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Day 1
Welcome to Turkey!
On arrival in Istanbul, you will be met & greeted at the (SAW or IST) airport and transferred to your hotel. The rest of today is free to settle in or head out and explore independently. Overnight: Istanbul. Evening Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner & Folkloric Show. (Without Alcoholic Drinks) (Pickup Time Approx.: 19:30 – 23:30)
Evening Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner and Folkloric Show is a popular tourist activity in Istanbul, Turkey. It offers an unforgettable experience where you get to explore the beauty of the Bosphorus Strait, a natural waterway that separates Europe and Asia while enjoying a scrumptious dinner on board and being entertained by a traditional Turkish folkloric show. The evening generally starts with hotel pickup and transfer to the cruise departure point. Once aboard the boat, you will be offered a welcome drink to kick off the evening. As the cruise starts, you will have the opportunity to take in the beautiful views of historical landmarks such as Dolmabahce Palace, Ortakoy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, Maiden's Tower, and the Bosphorus Bridge, all elegantly lit up at night. The dinner comprises a large selection of Turkish cuisine, including appetizers, main courses, and desserts. Beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, can be purchased at an additional cost.
Throughout the evening, you will be entertained by a captivating folkloric show that covers various aspects of Turkish culture, such as traditional dances, belly dancing, live music, and more. If you're lucky, you might even be invited to participate in some of the dances. Towards the end of the evening, the cruise will return to its departure point, and you will be transferred back to your hotel. This memorable experience offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Istanbul while providing a breathtaking and romantic backdrop that you will cherish for years to come.
Day 2
Full-Day Ottoman & Byzantine Relics Tour with Lunch (Approx.: 08:30 - 17:30)
After breakfast at the Hotel, guests will be picked up and brought to the Sultanahmet district, the oldest, most historic part of the city. The first stop of the day will be the Hagia Sophia, as our tour guide explains the significance of this massive building that was once a Christian church, then a mosque, then a museum and now a mosque. Afterward, we will pass the Hippodrome of Constantinople, where we will see the site's impressive obelisk, before reaching the Blue Mosque
We should be sure to take pictures of both the interior and exterior of this impressive building. Next, we will continue to the Grand Bazaar, a massive, bustling complex to find clothing, decorative furnishings, food, and more. On the way to the bazaar, we will see other historical monuments, like the Tomb of Sultan Ahmet I, the Firuz Aga Mosque, and the exterior of the Tomb of Mehmed II. After we visit the Grand Bazaar, we will make a brief stop for lunch. In the afternoon, we will visit Topkapi Palace, the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. Afterward, the guests are returned to their hotels
Important Notices
If the Grand Bazaar is closed, Arasta Bazaar will be given instead.
Please do not forget to carry a Scarf with you because of visiting the Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Mosque.
Day 3
Fly to Cappadocia (Istanbul - Kayseri - Cappadocia)
After breakfast, say goodbye to Istanbul as you are transferred to the airport for your included flight to Kayseri in central Turkey. From here you will be transported to Cappadocia, the land of subterranean cave cities and rock castles.
On an afternoon tour of this remarkable region, take in the Devrent Valley, which is often called the Imaginary Valley because thousands of years of erosion mean that many of the rock formations here look like animals - keep your eyes out for the camel, alligator, and dolphin! You'll also see the mushroom-shaped pinnacles at Pasabagi and visit the incredible open-air museum at Goreme, where you will explore some of the centuries-old rock-cut cave churches and other settlements. Before returning to your hotel there will be a visit to a traditional carpet manufacturing factory.
Day 4
Hot Air Baloon & Full Day Highlights Cappadocia Tour with Lunch
Experience the Adventure of 01 Hour Hot Air Balloon Tour (an optional Cost) You will be collected from your hotel early in the morning, usually before Sunrise. You will be driven to the take-off site you will watch the inflation of the balloon and then get a passenger briefing that explains basic rules & safety measures for the balloon flight. Then it's time to climb into the basket and the highlight of your trip begins! The take-off is gentle - soon you'll be taking hundreds of pictures over the valleys of Cappadocia. After the flight lands, there is a small celebration with champagne and you will receive your flight certificate. You will be driven back to your hotel just in time for breakfast before going on a daily tour or a flight
Full Day Highlights Cappadocia Tour with Lunch: (Approx. 09:00 – 17:00 )
After breakfast, an impressive day will start with Dervent Valley. Then we keep going on with Pasabag's “fairy chimneys”, where you can feel the mysticism of Fairy Chimneys. We will meet at the Avanos Center of Terracotta Art. Ceramics date back to 3000 BC in the area and survived for generations A visit to the ceramic & tile center to see how the ceramics are made by hand. After lunch, we will visit the famous Goreme Open Air Museum to see the best examples of Icons in Cappadocia. Soft rocks of Cappadocia from the clefts carved out to form stables, Churches, and monasteries. A visit to the carpet weaving co-operation to see how the Turkish carpet is made by hand. We will enjoy the day by taking a look at the Goreme Valley from next to the Uchisar Rock Castle. We complete the tour with a visit to the Kaymakli underground Ancient City, dating back to the Hittites then used by the early Christians. Under Ground City specially carved to be used during the war time to save their lives as well as early Christians hide themselves from the Roman pressure, you can still see stables kitchen living room bedroom, and more
Day 5
Cappadocia (Kayseri – Istanbul)
Today your touring arrangements come to an end after breakfast. There's an included transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Highlights
- Day 1 Welcome to Turkey! On arrival in Istanbul, you will be met & greeted at the (SAW or IST) airport and transferred to your hotel. The rest of today is free to settle in or head out and explore independently. Overnight: Istanbul. Evening Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner & Folkloric Show. (Without Alcoholic Drinks) (Pickup Time Approx.: 19:30 – 23:30) Evening Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner and Folkloric Show is a popular tourist activity in Istanbul, Turkey. It offers an unforgettable experience where you get to explore the beauty of the Bosphorus Strait, a natural waterway that separates Europe and Asia while enjoying a scrumptious dinner on board and being entertained by a traditional Turkish folkloric show. The evening generally starts with hotel pickup and transfer to the cruise departure point. Once aboard the boat, you will be offered a welcome drink to kick off the evening. As the cruise starts, you will have the opportunity to take in the beautiful views of historical landmarks such as Dolmabahce Palace, Ortakoy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, Maiden's Tower, and the Bosphorus Bridge, all elegantly lit up at night. The dinner comprises a large selection of Turkish cuisine, including appetizers, main courses, and desserts. Beverages, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, can be purchased at an additional cost. Throughout the evening, you will be entertained by a captivating folkloric show that covers various aspects of Turkish culture, such as traditional dances, belly dancing, live music, and more. If you're lucky, you might even be invited to participate in some of the dances. Towards the end of the evening, the cruise will return to its departure point, and you will be transferred back to your hotel. This memorable experience offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Istanbul while providing a breathtaking and romantic backdrop that you will cherish for years to come.
- Day 2 Full-Day Ottoman & Byzantine Relics Tour with Lunch (Approx.: 08:30 - 17:30) After breakfast at the Hotel, guests will be picked up and brought to the Sultanahmet district, the oldest, most historic part of the city. The first stop of the day will be the Hagia Sophia, as our tour guide explains the significance of this massive building that was once a Christian church, then a mosque, then a museum and now a mosque. Afterward, we will pass the Hippodrome of Constantinople, where we will see the site's impressive obelisk, before reaching the Blue Mosque We should be sure to take pictures of both the interior and exterior of this impressive building. Next, we will continue to the Grand Bazaar, a massive, bustling complex to find clothing, decorative furnishings, food, and more. On the way to the bazaar, we will see other historical monuments, like the Tomb of Sultan Ahmet I, the Firuz Aga Mosque, and the exterior of the Tomb of Mehmed II. After we visit the Grand Bazaar, we will make a brief stop for lunch. In the afternoon, we will visit Topkapi Palace, the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. Afterward, the guests are returned to their hotels Important Notices
- Day 3 Fly to Cappadocia (Istanbul - Kayseri - Cappadocia)
- Day 4 Hot Air Baloon & Full Day Highlights Cappadocia Tour with Lunch
- Day 5 Cappadocia (Kayseri – Istanbul) Today your touring arrangements come to an end after breakfast. There's an included transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
What’s Included
- Daily Breakfast at the hotel
- Guided group sightseeing in Istanbul and Cappadocia (SIC)
- Evening Bosphorus Cruise with Dinner and Folkloric Show
- Private airport transfers at all the places
- English-speaking Turkish Tour Guide Service while City Tour
- Experience Mushroom Shaped Pinnacles in Cappadocia
- Experience Open Air Museum at Goreme
- Experience Traditional Carpet Manufacturing factory
- Any Domestic or International Flights
- Tourist Visa to Turkey
- Travel Insurance if applicable
- Hot Air Balloon Tickets
- Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
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