ARRIVAL

Upon your arrival at Istanbul airport our transferman will be ready to meet and transfer you to your hotel. Time at leisure, stay overnight in Istanbul.
No meals
 

FULL DAY CITY TOUR

We begin our day with breakfast at the hotel and then depart for a full day tour of Istanbul visiting the majestic Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Egyptian Obelisks and Topkapi Palace. After lunch we will visit the magnificent Haghia Sophia and the Grand Bazaar. After the tour you will be transferred back to your hotel. Stay overnight in Istanbul.
Breakfast & Lunch
 

FULL BOSPHORUS CRUISE

Departing in the morning from the hotel, we will take a brief visit to the 17th Century Spice Bazaar, the second largest covered bazaar in Istanbul and then embark on a cruise along the brilliant Bosphorus. This legendary strait separates Europe and Asia. We cruise past the Dolmabahce and Beylerbeyi Places, 19th Century wooden seafront mansions, picturesque villages and modern pleasure palaces. After lunch we enjoy a visit to Camlica Hill, the highest point in Istanbul, commanding a panoramic view of the city. We will also take a short drive to the 19th Century summer palace of the Sultans in the Bosphorus village of Beylerbeyi. (closed on Mondays and Thursdays).The palace was completed in 1865 AD, has twenty four rooms and six large halls. After the tour we will transfer you back to your hotel. Stay overnight in Istanbul.
Breakfast & Lunch
 

PERGAMON & KUSADASI

After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport to take a flight to Izmir, the birthplace of Homer and the "Pearl of the Aegean." After your arrival, we will drive to Pergamon. Here you will be delighted to visit such sites as the Asclepion and Health Centre. As you make your way to the Acropolis, the Red Basilica originally a temple of Serapis can be viewed. The most spectacular structure is certainly the theatre, a remarkable piece of engineering built into the steep hillside. After the tour we will drive to Kusadasi. Stay overnight in Kusadasi.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
 

EPHESUS

After having breakfast at the hotel we depart for a full day tour of Ephesus and the Virgin Mary's House. Firstly, we visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, then proceed to the Ancient City of Ephesus where you will explore some of the best preserved theatres, fountains and buildings in the world. A definite must while in Turkey. Not to be forgotten is the House of the Virgin Mary on the top of the mountain, a pilgrimage site for many people of all denominations. A visit to the Museum of Ephesus in also included in the tour. Dinner and stay overnight in Kusadasi.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
 

APHRODISIAS, HIERAPOLIS & PAMUKKALE

In the morning we depart the hotel and drive to Aphrodisias to explore the remains of the Ancient City of Aphrodite where there was a school of sculpture in ancient times. We will visit the stadium and the Temple of Aphrodite. Continuing onto Pamukkale, a spa well known throughout the ancient world. At first site you will see the Cotton Cliffs, one of the natural wonders of the world formed by deposits of calcareous salts. We will also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its bascilica, theatre and Roman baths. After visits we will check into our hotel and stay overnight in Pamukkale.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
 

PERGE, ASPENDOS & ANTALYA

After breakfast we drive to Antalya along the "Turquoise Coast." On arrival we will take a visit to the Pamphylian cities of Perge and Aspendos, famous for the well preserved theater of the ancient Roman world which is still used during annual festivals. After lunch you will have free time in the afternoon. Stay overnight in Antalya. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
 

KONYA

After breakfast we depart for Konya where we visit the Mevlana Museum and the tomb of Mevlana, the founder of the mystical Whirling Dervishes, Karatay Medrese and the Ince Minare, now a museum. After our visits enjoy free time to discover the local bazaars of the ciy. Stay overnight in Konya.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
 

CAPPADOCIA

A spectacular drive takes us to Cappadocia "The Land of Beautiful Horses". Take an enjoyable walk in the green Ihlara Valley along the steam visiting some of the churches along the way. Stop in Belisirma and then on to Selime for a panoramic view. A stop at the Agzikarahan Caravansarai is also included.Stay overnight in Cappadocia.
Optional: Dinner with spectacular shows and belly dances.
Breakfast & Lunch
 

CAPPADOCIA

We begin our day touring the Open Air Museum of Goreme, where you will visit the numerous churches and monasteries. Take in a panoramic view of Esentepe before a visit to the Underground City of Kaymakli, one of the many underground cities hewn from the tufa. Continue to Uchisar Castle, Devrent Valley, Zelve Open Air Museum, Monk's valley (Pasabagi) where you will find the world famous fairy chimneys and Avanos. Stay overnight in Cappadocia. Optional: Balloon Ride Over Cappadocia.
 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
 

ANKARA

After breakfast at the hotel we drive to Ankara taking in a wonderful view of the Salt Lake. After our arrival we visit Anitkabir Museum, a vast mausoleum built for Ataturk, the founder of the Turkish Republic. Our next stop is the Anatolian Civilizations Museum, the finest collection of Anatolian works and remains. Stay overnight in Ankara.
Breakfast & Lunch
 

ANKARA, FLY HOME

After breakfast you will be transferred to Ankara Airport to catch the flight to Istanbul. Arrive in Istanbul to connect with your international departure flight. End of our services.
Breakfast

Prices are per person in USD and subject to availability.
 

• 11 nights in first class hotel accommodation.
• All sightseeing tours as described in the itinerary including admission fees to the visited sites.
• Qualified English speaking guide.
• All meals stated in the itinerary.
• Domestic flight tickets from Istanbul to Izmir.
• Private airport transfers upon arrival and departure.
• Private transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned, non smoking vehicle.
• Opportunity to see the pottery and carpet production centers in Asia Minor.
• All taxes and service fees.

• International airfares.
• Airport taxes.
• Any VISA needed for Turkey.
• Tips to guide, driver, hotel staff etc.
• Optional tours.
• Flight tickets from Ankara to Istanbul.
• Items of a personal nature.
• Drinks with meals (except the drinks served with breakfast) and medical services.