The Location – Turkey Treats

Istanbul: If you fancy history, then there is no better place for you than Istanbul. Its history can be traced back to 15th century, during the period of Ottoman Sultans - and their exquisite collection of ornaments belonging, the jewels of Imperial treasury and even the enshrining relics of Prophet Mohammed. Besides that, Istanbul preserves the history of monuments as well. The lights of Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine will keep you wanting for more!

Cappadocia: How often do you come across a region distinctly known for chimneys? Well, Cappadocia could be the first! The fairy chimneys and tall, cone-shaped rock formations in Monk Valleys, Goreme make it one of the most sought-after places in Turkey.

Antalya: We all love resorts, don’t we? But, what if we tell you that there is an entire resort city in Turkey? See it for yourself in Antalya. A yacht-filled Old Harbor and beach-bound, this city is a gateway to Turkey's southern Mediterranean region, known as the Turquoise Coast for its blue waters. We surely think that this will score high on your amusement card!

Ankara: How often do you come across a place where you find arts, Opera, Ballet, theatre, and Opera under the same roof? Ankara is the place for you! The city also overlooks Anitkabir, the gigantic hilltop mausoleum of Kemal Ataturk, Turkey’s first president to declare Ankara as the capital in 1923.

5-day holiday itinerary

DAY 1: Starting off In Istanbul- Relish this fusion of Historical significance and cultural heritage

Day 1 is on you! This means that after you are driven down to your hotel from the airport, you can enjoy some me time exploring the city on your own.

DAY 2: The Magic continues in Istanbul

Now, this is going to be a big day! Your day starts as early as 8.30 am when you start off from your hotel for the city tour. The first destination is Topkapi Palace, a great place of the Ottoman sultans from 15th to 19th century, housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle and enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. This will be followed by a visit to Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque for its marvellous Iznik tiles. A trip to Hippodrome is a trip worth having! Its three monuments: the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine are wonders you wouldn’t want to miss out on.
Phew! That was tiring! So, time for lunch break at 1.00 pm. Recommencing from the break, you’ll visit the Grand Covered Bazaar, which has more than 4,000 shops spread across the streets and passages and with each trade having its own area. With this, the day will come to a halt and you’ll be transferred back to your hotel.

Day 3: Cruising your way from Istanbul- Bosphorus and Cappadocia

A dreamy start to Day 3! Experience a magical Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Grand Spice Bazaar. During the tour, you’ll come across numerous sites that’ll blow your mind. Another exciting thing that you must strikethrough your bucket list is the Bosphorus traditional excursion. Bosphorus by Boat travels along the waterway, separating Asia and Europe. Bid goodbye to Istanbul with a delicious lunch at a Turkish restaurant. A flight to Cappadocia, followed by check-in to a hotel in Cappadocia. End of the day!

Day 4: Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum at Cappadocia

On Day 4 in Cappadocia, your life will hit both the high and low, quite literally! A morning visit to Ozkonak Underground City, one of the best underground cities in Cappadocia, followed by a trip to the highest point - Uchisar Castle. Now you know what we mean! Post this, you’ll be welcomed by Goreme Open Air Museum aka the heart of Cappadocia. Dating back to 10th century, the popularly known frescoes chronicles the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next up to the list is a visit to an abandoned village called Cavusin that homes in old cave Geek houses. In comes the lunch time and for that we have a plethora of restaurant options in Avanos for you.

If you a fan of pottery, then you’d definitely fancy a trip to a pottery workshop and learn the art of making it. From there you go to Pasabag to witness three-headed fairy chimneys and then for another workshop - this time it’s to see Cappadocian handwoven carpets and kilims. Devrent Valley, which will be your next stop, is where you’ll find natural rock formations. It’s also called Imagination Valley.
Towards the end, you stop by a wine shop for wine tasting. The last stop of the day is the Three Beauties - three beautiful fairy chimneys - a symbol of Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia

Day 5: Final day- Forever in the memories

After 5 memorable days in Turkey, your journey with us will end as you leave for Istanbul from Kayseri Airport and then back home.

6-day holiday itinerary

DAY 1: Starting off in Istanbul- Relish this fusion of Historical significance and cultural heritage

Day 1 is on you! This means that after you are driven down to your hotel from the airport, you can enjoy some me time exploring the city on your own.

DAY 2: The Magic continues in Istanbul

Now, this is going to be a big day! Your day starts as early as 8.30 am when you start off from your hotel for the city tour. The first destination is Topkapi Palace, a great place of the Ottoman sultans from 15th to 19th century, housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle and enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. This will be followed by a visit to Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque for its marvellous Iznik tiles. A trip to Hippodrome is a trip worth having! Its three monuments: the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine are wonders you wouldn’t want to miss out on.
Phew! That was tiring! So, time for lunch break at 1.00 pm. Recommencing from the break, you’ll visit the Grand Covered Bazaar, which has more than 4,000 shops spread across the streets and passages and with each trade having its own area. With this, the day will come to a halt and you’ll be transferred back to your hotel.

Day 3: Cruising your way from Istanbul to Bosphorus and Istanbul to Kusadasi

A dreamy start to Day 3! Experience a magical Istanbul-Bosphorus Cruise and Grand Spice Bazaar. During the tour, you’ll come across numerous sites that’ll blow your mind. Another exciting thing that you must strikethrough your bucket list is the Bosphorus traditional excursion. Bosphorus by Boat travels along the waterway, separating Asia and Europe. Bid goodbye to Istanbul with a delicious lunch at a Turkish restaurant. A flight to Izmir, followed by check into a hotel in Kusadasi. End of the day!

Day 4: An enriching and exciting Ephesus Tour

Are you ready to visit one of the most preserved ancient sites in the world? Yes, then a fully guided tour of Ephesus, starting at 8.30 am, is there to help you! While travelling, you’ll come across the Temple of Artemis, Curetes Street, Roman Baths, Celsius Library, Grand Theatre and House of Virgin Mary. You’ll then break for lunch at around 1.00 pm, post which your will be surrounded by the historical adventures of Turkey: the oldest arts, carpet weaving centre, Turkey village tour and Sirince’s construction style. What’s fascinating about this construction style is that it belongs to Anatolian Greeks in today’s date. The houses still hold its originality of having white paints. The village, on the other hand, is reputed for making some of the best wines in the country, majorly fruit wines. During your visit to the village, you’ll be able to not just relish fine wine but also learn the art of making it. Warning: You’ll be tested in the evening on your knowledge of making wine. On the way back, you’ll get to spend some time at one of the most famous leather production centres, where you can buy the best leather at an affordable rate. The fully guided tour will also enable you to enjoy shopping without any inconvenience.

Day 5: Springing in action on Kusadasi - Pamukkale tour

Come Day 5 and you’ll be wondering “what’s next?” Well, the next is a trip to Pamukkale and its calcium terraces, starting at 8.30 in the morning. Enjoy a stride in the natural phenomenon of Hierapolis, coupled with an option of lying in the waters of the natural spring. Later in the day, you’ll check into the hotel in Pamukkale and spend some quality time there through the night.

Day 6: All’s well that ends well- End of Tour
After five memorable days in Turkey, your journey with us will end as you leave for Istanbul from Denizli airport and then back home.

7-day holiday itinerary

DAY 1: Starting off in Istanbul- Relish this fusion of Historical significance and cultural heritage

Day 1 is on you! This means that after you are driven down to your hotel from the airport, you can enjoy some me time exploring the city on your own.

DAY 2: The Magic continues in Istanbul

Now, this is going to be a big day! Your day starts as early as 8.30 am when you start off from your hotel for the city tour. The first destination is Topkapi Palace, a great place of the Ottoman sultans from 15th to 19th century, housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle and enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. This will be followed by a visit to Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque for its marvellous Iznik tiles. A trip to Hippodrome is a trip worth having! Its three monuments: the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine are wonders you wouldn’t want to miss out on.
Phew! That was tiring! So, time for lunch break at 1.00 pm. Recommencing from the break, you’ll visit the Grand Covered Bazaar, which has more than 4,000 shops spread across the streets and passages and with each trade having its own area. With this, the day will come to a halt and you’ll be transferred back to your hotel.

Day 3: Cruising your way from Istanbul- Bosphorus and Istanbul to Antalya

A dreamy start to Day 3! Experience a magical Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Grand Spice Bazaar. During the tour, you’ll come across numerous sites that’ll blow your mind. Another exciting thing that you must strikethrough your bucket list is the Bosphorus traditional excursion. Bosphorus by Boat travels along the waterway, separating Asia and Europe. Bid goodbye to Istanbul with a delicious lunch at a Turkish restaurant. A flight, followed by check into a hotel in Antalya. End of the day!

Day 4: Bask in the history and glory of Perge and Aspendos

This will definitely be the highlight of your trip. A visit to Perge and Aspendos. Founded by Akhas post Trojan Wars, Perge was first mentioned in 334 BC when Alexander the Great passed through this place. After years, it became a part of Roman City and later went on to become one of the richest towns in Pamphylia. It’s not surprise that you’ll be awed by the richness of this city.
After Perge, it’s time to indulge in some delicious lunch and then in the magnificence of Aspendos - the eastern land of Antalya, once known as Pamphylia. This place held great battles such as one between the Greeks and Persians. Aspendos got its first theatre in the reign of Marcus Aurelius, and it has been well preserved since. The city remains and extensive and surely will hold your interest by heart. Dinner and overnight in Antalya.

Day 5: A day in the life of Cappadocia

Enjoy some leisure time in Cappadocia and explore the city after you land in the city in the afternoon from Antalya. Dinner and Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 6: Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum at Cappadocia

On Day 6 in Cappadocia, your life will hit the new high, quite literally! A morning visit to the highest point of the city - Uchisar Castle. Now you know what we mean! Post this, you’ll be welcomed by Goreme Open Air Museum aka the heart of Cappadocia. Dating back to 10th century, the popularly known frescoes chronicles the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next up to the list is a visit to an abandoned village called Cavusin that homes in old cave Geek houses. In comes the lunch time and for that we have a plethora of restaurant options in Avanos for you.
If you a fan of pottery, then you’d definitely fancy a trip to a pottery workshop and learn the art of making it. From there you go to Pasabag to witness three-headed fairy chimneys and then for another workshop - this time it’s to see Cappadocian handwoven carpets and kilims. Devrent Valley, which will be your next stop, is where you’ll find natural rock formations. It’s also called Imagination Valley. Towards the end, you stop by a wine shop for wine tasting. The last stop of the day is the Three Beauties - three beautiful fairy chimneys - a symbol of Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia

Day 7: Magnificent Seven - The end

After breakfast you will have free time for shopping in Cappadocia. Then we depart for Kayseri airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul and then back to home.

8-day holiday itinerary

DAY 1: Starting off in Istanbul- Relish this fusion of Historical significance and cultural heritage

Day 1 is on you! This means that after you are driven down to your hotel from the airport, you can enjoy some me time exploring the city on your own.

DAY 2: The Magic continues in Istanbul

Now, this is going to be a big day! Your day starts as early as 8.30 am when you start off from your hotel for the city tour. The first destination is Topkapi Palace, a great place of the Ottoman sultans from 15th to 19th century, housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle and enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. This will be followed by a visit to Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque, also known as the Blue Mosque for its marvellous Iznik tiles. A trip to Hippodrome is a trip worth having! Its three monuments: the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine are wonders you wouldn’t want to miss out on.
Phew! That was tiring! So, time for lunch break at 1.00 pm. Recommencing from the break, you’ll visit the Grand Covered Bazaar, which has more than 4,000 shops spread across the streets and passages and with each trade having its own area. With this, the day will come to a halt and you’ll be transferred back to your hotel.

Day 3: Cruising your way from Istanbul- Bosphorus and Istanbul to Antalya

A dreamy start to Day 3! Experience a magical Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Grand Spice Bazaar. During the tour, you’ll come across numerous sites that’ll blow your mind. Another exciting thing that you must strikethrough your bucket list is the Bosphorus traditional excursion. Bosphorus by Boat travels along the waterway, separating Asia and Europe. Bid goodbye to Istanbul with a delicious lunch at a Turkish restaurant. A flight to Antalya, followed by check-in to a hotel in Antalya. End of the day!

Day 4: Old is Gold! A trip to Antalya old city and waterfall

Post a delicious breakfast at 8.30 am, you’ll travel to Antalya old City, Clock Tower, Hadrian’s Gate and Broken Minaret. In the small historic part of Antalya’s modern city, Kaleici, you’d learn about the old Roman town, the Byzantine Empire, the Seljuks, and the Ottoman Turkish town.
The Three Gates or Hadrianus Gate, which you’d come across while strolling, was a great triumphal arch built in the name of Roman emperor, Hadrian. Another significant monument is the city is the Korkut Mosque, built in 2nd century AD as a Roman Temple, and therefore never had a minaret at all. And while you’re in Antalya City, make a point of exploring Hidirlik Tower, a landmark tower of tawny stone. History has it that Hidirlik was built in Hellenistic era on a square plan and was later turned into a circular tower in 2nd Century AD. It is believed that it was used as either a fortification or a lighthouse in the past.
After the visit to Antalya city, we break for lunch and then leave for Duden Waterfalls. All the streams around converge into the Mediterranean and cascade down the the slopes of the Taurus, resulting in eye-pleasing waterfalls. Cut to: back to hotel and rest of day is yours. Overnight in Antalya.

Day 5: A triple treat with Antalya - Konya - Cappadocia tour

You start as early as 8am and stop a hot cup of coffee after 2.5 hours of drive. Post which, we resume our journey to Konya. A tiring journey calls for lunch. So, we stop by for lunch at 1pm and then head for an adventurous day. First stop: Mausoleum of Mevlana, a green-tiled museum and the mystic founder of Sufi Sect. After this, we travel to Cappadocia, where you’ll check into your hotel at around 6.30. Should you wish to join, there is an optional activity of Ballooning the next day. For this, you’ll have to contact your guide and reister.

Day 6: Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum at Cappadocia

On Day 6 in Cappadocia, your life will hit both the high and low, quite literally! A morning visit to Ozkonak Underground City, one of the best underground cities in Cappadocia, followed by a trip to the highest point - Uchisar Castle. Now you know what we mean! Post this, you’ll be welcomed by Goreme Open Air Museum aka the heart of Cappadocia. Dating back to 10th century, the popularly known frescoes chronicles the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next up to the list is a visit to an abandoned village called Cavusin that homes in old cave Geek houses. In comes the lunch time and for that we have a plethora of restaurant options in Avanos for you.

If you a fan of pottery, then you’d definitely fancy a trip to a pottery workshop and learn the art of making it. From there you go to Pasabagi to witness three-headed fairy chimneys and then for another workshop - this time it’s to see Cappadocian handwoven carpets and kilims. Devrent Valley, which will be your next stop, is where you’ll find natural rock formations. It’s also called Imagination Valley.
Towards the end, you stop by a wine shop for wine tasting. The last stop of the day is the Three Beauties - three beautiful fairy chimneys - a symbol of Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia

Day 7 - Visit to Ankara City - A trip worth its salt

On the way to Ankara, you’ll stop by at Salt Lake, a natural salt lake and the second biggest lake in Turkey. On reaching Ankara, enjoy a delicious lunch break. After lunch, a visit to Ataturk Museum at the Ataturk Mausoleum will make for a great excursion. Come evening, you’ll head back to Istanbul and while in transit, you’ll stop by for a good cuppa. Arrival to Istanbul around 7pm. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 8: Final day- Forever in the memories

After 8 memorable days in Turkey, your journey with us will end as you leave for Istanbul and then back home.

Valid for travel from 01/04/2019 to 15/10/2019

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