The First Hello: We’ll meet you at the airport and get you settled into your hotel.
Evening on the Water: Your journey begins with a Bosphorus Dinner Cruise. It’s a magical way to see the city lights and bridges while enjoying Turkish cuisine and traditional performances.
Flight to the Aegean: An early flight takes you to Izmir. We head straight to the peaceful House of the Virgin Mary on Bulbul Mountain.
Ancient Metropolis: You’ll walk the marble streets of Ephesus, marvel at the Celsus Library, and visit the Ephesus Experience Museum before ending the day at the site of the Temple of Artemis. Overnight in Kusadasi.
The Healing Waters: We drive through the countryside to Pamukkale. You’ll explore the ancient spa city of Hierapolis and walk barefoot on the world-famous white calcium travertines.
The Mediterranean Path: After a dip in Cleopatra’s Antique Pool, we make our way toward the turquoise coast for an overnight stay in Antalya.
Mediterranean Breeze: We’ll head to the ancient harbor for a scenic boat trip along the cliffs.
Nature & History: After feeling the mist of the Duden Waterfalls, we’ll wander through Kaleici (Old Town), a charming maze of Ottoman-era houses and historic landmarks like Hadrian’s Gate.
Across the Interior: We’ll transfer you to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia. Once you arrive, you’ll have the rest of the day to relax and soak in the unique atmosphere of the region.
Iconic Landscapes: (Optional: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon). We visit Uchisar Castle for the panoramic view and the Goreme Open Air Museum to see ancient frescoes.
Monks & Valleys: We’ll see the mushroom-shaped chimneys of Pasabag, visit a pottery workshop in Avanos, and find animal-shaped rocks in Devrent Valley.
High Altitudes: We start at Goreme Panorama, then take a 4-km hike through the stunning Red Valley.
Deep History: After visiting the village of Cavusin, we descend into Kaymakli Underground City, where early Christians found safety. In the evening, we fly back to Istanbul.
Sultanahmet Discovery: We spend the day in the Old City. You’ll stand under the dome of Hagia Sophia, visit the Blue Mosque, explore the opulent Topkapi Palace, and descend into the Basilica Cistern.
The Grand Bazaar: We finish the day among the colorful alleys of the world’s oldest shopping mall.
Colorful Istanbul: We go off the beaten path to explore the historic and colorful neighborhoods of Fener and Balat.
The Galata View: After walking through these authentic streets, we’ll visit the iconic Galata Tower for a 360-degree view of the Golden Horn and the Bosphorus.
Departure: After a final Turkish breakfast, we’ll drive you to the airport for your flight home, concluding an epic 10-day journey.
- All domestic flight tickets and professional airport transfers.
- 9 nights of accommodation in hand-picked 4-star hotels (Breakfast included).
- Professional English-speaking guides and private, air-conditioned transport.
- Entrance fees for all sites mentioned in the program.
- Daily lunch on tour days and the Bosphorus Dinner Cruise.
- Optional Hot Air Balloon flight in Cappadocia.
- Entrance fees for Cleopatra’s Pool and the Terrace Houses in Ephesus.
- Personal expenses, dinner (except Day 1), and tips for your team.
