Terrific Türkiye Tour – 11 Days and 10 Nights

Arrival in Istanbul Airport. Once you complete the entry formalities and claim your baggage, you will meet our representative at the airport arrivals, waiting for you with your name tag. Transfer to the hotel in downtown by a clean private car. As you may need to get over the jet lag, we will leave the rest of the day for you to take some rest.

Overnight in Istanbul at 4* hotel. Meals: nil

Early breakfast. Historic Areas of Istanbul are a registered UNESCO World Heritage site.

After breakfast, you will meet with your guide at the reception. We begin our tour of the Sultanahmet district at Hagia Sophia, one of the marvels of world architecture. Next, we visit the Blue Mosque – the only imperial mosque with six minarets. We continue to the Hippodrome, featuring an Egyptian obelisk and the Bronze Serpent Column from Delphi. Then the Grand Bazaar with its 4,000 shops full of carpets, silks, jewellery and ceramics. In the afternoon we visit Topkapi Palace, the principal residence of Ottoman Sultans from the 15th to the 19th century, including the Imperial Treasury and the Spoonmaker’s Diamond – the 3rd largest in the world.

Overnight in Istanbul. Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast. After breakfast, depart for Gallipoli, a site of great historical significance for Australia, New Zealand, and Türkiye.

• ANZAC Cove: Walk along the shore where ANZAC troops landed during WWI.
• Lone Pine Cemetery: Visit this solemn memorial dedicated to fallen soldiers.
• Chunuk Bair: Explore this strategic high ground, crucial in the Gallipoli campaign.

Continue exploring key battlefield locations. Drive to Çanakkale for an overnight stay.

Overnight in 4* hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast. The guide and driver will escort you to visit Troy, home to the legendary Trojan Horse – a UNESCO World Heritage site with 4,000 years of history and the first excavations by Heinrich Schliemann in 1870.

Then visit Pergamon (UNESCO World Heritage site), renowned for its rich cultural heritage. Wander through the impressive Acropolis with its temples, grand library, and steep theatre with stunning views. Pergamon was the capital of the Hellenistic Attalid dynasty and a major centre of learning in the ancient world.

In the evening, travel to Kusadasi for an overnight stay.

Overnight in 4* hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast. The guide and driver will escort you to visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (only a single column remains today).

Then visit Ancient Ephesus City – the largest and best-preserved ancient city ruins in Türkiye, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Marvel at the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, marble streets, temples, public baths, and the old harbour. Since the 5th century, the House of the Virgin Mary, seven kilometres from Ephesus, has been a major place of Christian pilgrimage.

In the afternoon, transfer back to hotel.

Overnight in 4* hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Early breakfast followed by check-out. Drive to Pamukkale (approximately 2.5 hours).

Pamukkale (UNESCO World Heritage site) is a natural wonder – calcite-laden waters have created an unreal landscape of mineral forests, petrified waterfalls and terraced basins. You will have the opportunity to swim in the ancient Cleopatra Pool at an additional cost (bring your swimming gear).

Visit Hierapolis City at the top of Pamukkale. In ancient times a popular hot springs resort, its ruins include a big theatre and the Necropolis. Return to hotel in Kusadasi.

Overnight in 4* hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Very early breakfast. Flight Info: Izmir to Cappadocia departs 08:20, arrives 09:30.

Transfer to Izmir airport for the flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, meet driver and guide for the North Cappadocia Tour:

• Göreme Open Air Museum (UNESCO World Heritage site) – rock-hewn sanctuaries with Byzantine frescoes
• Avanos – famous for pottery making
• Paşabağ (Monks Valley) – the famous Fairy Chimney Valley
• Devrent Valley – rocks shaped like various animals
• Kızılırmak River – the longest river of Türkiye
• Love Valley – magnificent Cappadocia landscapes

Overnight in Cappadocia. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast. Continue with the South Cappadocia tour:

• Uçhisar Castle – the highest and largest rock building in Cappadocia, a former defensive fortress
• Rose Valley – full of towering rocks
• Red Valley – named after the red land and rocks, with a 2-hour hike
• Çavuşin Village – a deserted ancient village rich in rock houses
• Kaymaklı Underground City – the largest underground city in Cappadocia, dated to 4th century BC, reaching 8 levels and 40 metres deep

Optional hot air balloon (sunrise or sunset): approx. USD 250–350 depending on the season.

Overnight in Cappadocia. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast. Flight Info: Cappadocia to Istanbul departs 12:00, arrives 13:30.

Good opportunity for a hot air balloon sunrise before the flight.

Transfer to Kayseri Airport, then fly to Istanbul. Meet greeter and transfer to hotel in Istanbul.

Overnight in 4* hotel. Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast. Free day to explore Istanbul at your own pace.

Optional tour available: Explore more of Istanbul’s cultural gems:

• Rüstem Paşa Mosque – renowned for its intricate İznik tilework
• Spice Bazaar – surrounded by the aroma of exotic spices, teas and sweets
• Bosphorus Cruise – scenic boat ride with spectacular views of Istanbul’s skyline and the Bosphorus Bridge connecting Europe and Asia

Optional Bosphorus Cruise & Spice Bazaar Tour: €55 per person. Overnight in 4* hotel. Meals: Breakfast

Breakfast. Check out from hotel and transfer to Istanbul Airport.

Safe delivery to the airport 2 hours before your flight. The tour ends at the airport for check-in, security formalities and boarding.

Meals: Breakfast