Upon arrival at IST or SAW airport, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Istanbul. You can spend the rest of the day exploring the the city on your own or resting after your journey. Today your tour consultant will contact you to shortly inform you about your Turkey and Greece Tour. Overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 2. Istanbul Highlights Tour ( Breakfast )
After your breakfast at the hotel, our guide will pick you up at the lobby of the hotel for a full-day tour of Istanbul’s top attractions. We will visit: Hagia Sophia is one of the most famous landmarks of Istanbul. Blue Mosque with its distinctive blue tiles and six minarets. Topkapi Palace was the residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, Hippodrome including the Serpentine Column, the Obelisk of Theodosius, and the German Fountain. Grand Bazaar is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. After the tour, we take you back to your hotel and you have the rest of the day to explore Istanbul. You will also have the opportunity to take a cruise on the Bosphorus. Overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 3. Flight to Cappadocia – Cappadocia North Tour ( Lunch )
Early in the morning, you’ll be transferred to IST or SAW airport for a flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to Goreme town to begin the full day Cappadocia North tour. We will visit : Goreme Panorama is a popular spot in Cappadocia that offers a stunning view of the Goreme Valley and its famous fairy chimneys. Goreme Open-Air Museum, UNESCO World Heritage site that features a collection of rock-cut churches and monasteries, Pasabag Valley, also known as the Monks Valley, where you can see some of the most striking rock formations in Cappadocia. Devrent Valley, known for its unique rock formations that resemble animals. Town of Avanos, known for its traditional pottery-making techniques. Here, you can see skilled artisans at work and even try your hand at creating your own pottery. After the tour, we will take you back to your hotel in Cappadocia and free time to explore Cappadoca by yourself. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.
Day 4. Cappadocia South Tour ( Breakfast, Lunch )
This morning you’ll also have the option to take a Hot Air Balloon ride for an unforgettable experience of your Turkey and Greece Tour. After breakfast at the hotel, we will pick you up at your hotel to begin the full day Cappadocia South tour. We will visit : Love Valley is famous for its unique rock formations that resemble phallic shapes. Uchisar Castle, the highest point in Cappadocia, offering panoramic views of the region. Red Valley, where you can hike through the stunning red rock formations. Çavuşin Village, known for its cave houses and ancient rock-cut churches. Pigeon Valley is named after the numerous pigeon houses carved into the rock. Underground city, one of the largest and deepest underground cities in Cappadocia. After the tour, we will take you back to your hotel in Cappadocia and free time to explore Cappadoca by yourself. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.
Day 5. Transfer to Pamukkale via Konya ( Breakfast )
After breakfast at the hotel check out. We will pick you up at the your hotel lobby for your transfer to Pamukkale. On the way to Pamukkale we will stop in Konya where you can have your lunch and explore the city’s historic sites, such as the Mevlana Museum, which is the final resting place of the famous Sufi mystic Rumi. After visiting Konya, we will drive to Pamukkale and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight stay in Pamukkale.
Day 6. Pamukkale Tour (Breakfast, Lunch )
After breakfast, we will pick you up at your hotel to begin the full day Pamukkale tour. We will visit: Hierapolis Ancient City, including the impressive theater, the Roman bath and the Necropolis. Pamukkale white terraces formed by the mineral-rich waters also known as the “Cotton Castle” in Turkish. Cleopatra’s Pool is natural hot spring pool that is said to have been a gift from Mark Antony to Cleopatra. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to walk along the stunning white calcium pools and even bathe in the warm waters of the hot springs. After the tour we will drive to Kusadasi, a resort town on the Aegean coast. Overnight stay Kusadasi.
Day 7 . Cruise to Greece ( All Inclusive )
After breakfast, departure for 4 Nights Cruise to Greece.
Day
Port
Arrival
Departure
Day 7.
Kuşadası or Cesme
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12:00
Day 7.
Patmos
16:00
20:00
Day 8.
Pire/Atina
07:00
12:00
Day 8.
Mikonos
19:00
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Day 9.
Mikonos
–
02:00
Day 9.
Santorini
09:00
17:00
Day 10.
Rodos
09:00
17:00
Day 11.
Kuşadası or Cesme
06:00
Day 11. Ephesus Tour ( Breakfast, Lunch )
After breakfast, we will pick you up at cruise to begin the full day Ephesus tour. We will visit: House of the Virgin Mary is believed to be the last home of the Virgin Mary. Ancient city of Ephesus, inluding the impressive Library of Celsus, the Grand Theater, the Temple of Hadrian and the Terrace Houses. Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. After the tour, you’ll be transferred to Izmir airport for a flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Istanbul. Overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 12. End of Your Turkey and Greece Tour – Good bye Istanbul ( Breakfast )
After your breakfast at the hotel, check out. According to your international flight time we will arrrange an airport transfer for you. End of your Turkey and Greece Tour Package, please don’t forget to share your experience with us.
Included Internal Airfare (15 + 8 KG per person ) Transportation & Transfers All Inlusive Cruise to Greece Accomodation Professional Guide Entry Fees Local Taxes
Not Included Drinks During the Lunch Tips Optional Hot Air Balloon Travel Insurance Personal Expenses Guide in Konya
B**** CLASS HOTELS: Istanbul : Idylle Hotel, Yasmak Sultan, Erboy Hotel Cappadocia : Hera Cave Suite, Doors of Cappadocia, Design Cave Pamukkale : Mellrose Hotels, Colossae Thermal Hotel, Anya Resort Hotels Kusadasi : Ilayda Avantgarde, Efe Boutique Hotel, Neopol Hotel
A***** CLASS HOTELS: Istanbul : Fer Hotel, Sura Design Hotel, Sura Hagia Sophia Cappadocia : Hera Cave (Suit Room), Yunak Evleri, Gamirasu Cave Pamukkale : Hierapark Thermal Hotel, Adempira Thermal Hotel, Doga Thermal Hotel Kusadasi : Tnr Boutique Hotel, Lavista Boutique Hotel , Double Tree by Hilton
Notes : We ensure that we provide the same hotels or hotels of similar quality. Prices on our website are per person, based on two people. Solo travelers have the option of a single room with a supplementary fee.
