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City tour in: ISTANBUL, ISTANBUL Ticket admission: Roman theatre in Aspendos, house of the Virgin Mary, Basilica of St. John, Ruins of Ephesus , house of the Virgin Mary, Basilica of St. John, Ruins of Ephesus , Suleiman the Great Mosque and TopKapi Palace in Istanbul , Suleiman the Great Mosque and Topkapi Palace in Istanbul , Valley of Ihlara , Caravanserai; Mevlana Mausoleum in Konya , Gumusler Monastery; Underground city of Kainacli; Goreme Valley; Uchisar , Pamukkale - Hierapolis , Greek Temple of Apollo in Side

Insurance

Basic travel insurance

Guide

English speaking tour in: ISTANBUL, ISTANBUL Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.

Meals

Breakfast buffet 8 dinner included in: Antalya, CAPADOCIA, KONYA, Kusadasi, Kusadasi, MARMARIS, NIGDE, PAMUKKALE

Transport

Includes arrival transfer Evening transfer: Taksim Square in Istanbul, Taksim Square in Istanbul

Accommodation

ESTAMBUL : DOUBLETREE BY HILTON ISTAMBUL TOPKAPI or ELITE WORLD BUSINESS or URANUS ESTAMBUL TOPKAPI Kusadasi : RAMADA SUITES BY WINDHAM KUSADASI or LE BLEU or RAMADA ENCORE BY WYNDHAM IZMIR MARMARIS : PASABEY or TUNA or RING DOWNTOWN NIGDE : GRAND HOTEL NIGDE or AVRASYA or RAMADA CAPPADOCIA CAPADOCIA : CROWNE PLAZA CAPPADOCIA NEVSEHIR or BAYIR DIAMOND CONVENTION CENTER or RICHMOND PAMUKKALE THERMAL PAMUKKALE : SPA HOTEL COLOSSAE THERMAL We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.

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HISTORIC VISIT (4HRS)(80 EUR) Explore the mysterious and ancient underground cistern that used to supply water to Istanbul in Byzantine times and the pearl of Istanbul, and discover the stunning architecture of the Blue Mosque, a prodigy of harmony, proportion and elegance; explore the ancient site of the Hippodrome which was the centre of public life in Constantinople and preserves the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column. Enjoy a typical lunch at a local restaurant in the Sultanahmet area. In the afternoon visit the famous Grand Bazaar of Istanbul, a typical place for shopping and visiting the "souks". THE PURCHASE OF THIS EXCURSION IS AVAILABLE AT DESTINATION. -Entrance to the Blue Mosque -Entrance to Cistern Basilica -Lunch -Visit of the Grand Bazaar -Transfers by bus. -Local guide service. 10 number of people required. VISIT FROM ASIAN PART (4 hrs)(60 EUR) Departure for the Asian side to climb the Camlica Hill, one of the best places to contemplate the splendor of Istanbul and the Bosphorus Strait from Asia. Then, visit the Beylerbey Palace, a beautiful building located on the Asian side of the Bosphorus that was formerly a summer residence for the sultans of the Ottoman Empire. Lunch in a fish restaurant on the shore of the Bosphorus enjoying the wonderful view of the strait. Visit the Egyptian Bazaar (or the spices). -Roundtrip bus transfer -Local guide service -Visit Camlica hill. -Reservation and visit of the Beylerbey Palace -Lunch in restaurant -Visit Egyptian bazaar. 10 number of people required.

Others

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Flights

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Day 1 Day 1: Istanbul
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Istanbul

Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
Day 2 Day 2: Istanbul
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Istanbul

A panoramic tour of the city awaits us. On our tour, we´ll enter the Süleymaniye Mosque, the largest in Istanbul, we´ll explore the ancient walls, the Golden Horn, the bustling fishing district and we´ll marvel at the exterior of Hagia Sophia. Our tour also includes tickets to visit the Topkapi Palace, once the administrative heart of the Ottoman Empire, with its magnificent courtyards and pavilions. In the afternoon, you´ll have free time to explore this city spanning two continents.As the afternoon draws to a close, we´ll arrange a transfer to Taksim, the city´s most vibrant commercial district. There, you´ll have time to dine at one of its many restaurants and see the charming old tram that runs through the area. Alternatively, you can visit the nearby Galata Tower.
Day 3 Day 3: Istanbul
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Istanbul

Today, we’ll embark on a boat trip on the Bosphorus (tickets included), lasting about two hours on a private boat exclusively for Europamundo travelers. This journey will take us through the strait that connects the Black Sea with the Sea of Marmara, dividing Istanbul between its European and Asian sides. We’ll enjoy the lively activity of the strait with its many boats. We’ll pass under the two bridges that link Europe and Asia and admire the Sultan’s palaces, traditional wooden houses, and Ottoman architecture. Afterward, we’ll return to central Istanbul for some free time.
Day 4 Day 4: Istanbul, Ephesus, Kusadasi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Istanbul, Ephesus, Kusadasi

We’ll leave early from Istanbul and continue our route through Turkey. Around lunch time, we’ll arrive at Ephesus, the best-preserved ancient city of Asia Minor. Two thousand years ago, it had a quarter of a million inhabitants. We’ll visit the Basilica of St. John, the House of the Virgin Mary and the archaeological site (tickets included). After immersing ourselves in the rich history of Ephesus, we’ll proceed to Kusadasi, a popular coastal town known for its vibrant atmosphere, commercial life, and quaint castle. We’ll stay the night in Kusadasi, and dinner will be included.Note: During peak season, from the beginning of June until the end of September, accommodation may be provided in a nearby town instead of Kusadasi.
Day 5 Day 5: Kusadasi, Bodrum, Marmaris
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Kusadasi, Bodrum, Marmaris

We’ll start our day with an early visit to one of Turkey’s natural treasures, Lake Bafa. From there, we’ll continue to Bodrum, a breathtaking fortified city of Greek origin. You’ll have the chance to explore its castle, stroll through its bustling streets, or visit the marina. After lunch, we’ll head to Marmaris, a tourist coastal town known for its castle, pier, and fountains. Dinner will be included.Note: On some occasions, especially during the summer, our accommodation may be in the nearby town of Mugla instead of Marmaris.
Day 6 Day 6: Marmaris, Dalyan, Antalya
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Marmaris, Dalyan, Antalya

We’ll set off for Dalyan, a picturesque spot along a beautiful navigable river. A one-hour boat ride is included, where we’ll visit the Lycian Rock Tombs. From there, we’ll continue by boat to a large lake, where we’ll stop at the hot springs. You’ll have the option to swim in the warm waters or indulge in a mud bath. There will also be time to enjoy a meal at one of the many riverside restaurants. Next, we’ll head to Antalya to get to know this vibrant coastal city of over a million residents. Highlights include Hadrian’s Gate, the Ottoman district, and its breathtaking waterfall that cascades directly into the sea. Dinner will be included.
Day 7 Day 7: Antalya, Aspendo, Side, Karaman, Nigde
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Antalya, Aspendo, Side, Karaman, Nigde

We’ll leave Antalya and head to Aspendos to visit its Roman theater, often regarded as the best-preserved in the world. Afterward, we’ll continue to Side, where you’ll have the chance to admire the Temple of Apollo by the sea. There will be time to stroll through its bustling port and lively streets. As we travel through stunning landscapes, we’ll cross the Taurus Mountains, with peaks that rise over 3,500 meters and remain snow-covered for most of the year. We’ll stop in Karaman to see its fortress from the outside before continuing to the Cappadocia region. Dinner will be included in Nigde.
Day 8 Day 8: Nigde, Capadocia
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Nigde, Capadocia

We’ll spend the entire day exploring the incredible region of Cappadocia, famous for its lunar-like landscapes, ancient churches, and troglodyte villages. We’ll begin with a visit to Gumusler, a fascinating 7th-century underground monastery featuring some of the finest Byzantine frescoes in Turkey. In Kaymacli, we’ll explore the underground city that could once house up to 30,000 people. Then, we’ll visit Uchisar, a natural fortress offering breathtaking views. After lunch, we’ll discover the Göreme Valley, home to an open-air museum where we can marvel at the rock-cut churches (tickets included). Our accommodation will be in Avanos and dinner will be included.
Day 9 Day 9: Capadocia, Ihlara, Konya
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Capadocia, Ihlara, Konya

At the far edge of Cappadocia, we’ll visit the Ihlara Valley, famous for its cool waters and its rock-cut churches and villages. Our itinerary includes visits to a 13th-century caravanserai and the Mevlana Mausoleum (Rumi) in Konya, where we’ll learn about the Dervish order. Dinner will be included. In the evening, we recommend attending a dervish dance performance at the cultural center.
Day 10 Day 10: Konya, Egridir, Pamukkale
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Konya, Egridir, Pamukkale

We’ll journey along a scenic route between the lakes, arriving at Egridir, a charming town by a large lake, known for its historic walls and mosques. You’ll have time to enjoy lunch here. Next, we’ll continue to Hierapolis-Pamukkale, where the mineral-rich waters have formed the stunning Cotton Palace (tickets included). Dinner will be included.
Day 11 Day 11: Pamukkale, Ephesus, Kusadasi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Pamukkale, Ephesus, Kusadasi

We’ll make our way to Ephesus, the best-preserved ancient city in Asia Minor, which was home to a quarter million people 2,000 years ago. We’ll explore the House of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of St. John, and the impressive Ephesus ancient city ruins (admission included). Next, we’ll head to Kusadasi, a bustling coastal town known for its lively atmosphere, thriving shops, and small castle. Dinner will be included.
Day 12 Day 12: Kusadasi, Izmir, Bursa, Istanbul
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Kusadasi, Izmir, Bursa, Istanbul

We’ll set off for Izmir, the third most populous city in Turkey, where our guide will lead a brief tour of this vibrant metropolis, known for being the most westernized and modern in the country. We’ll then head inland, pausing for lunch along the way before arriving in Bursa. This historic city, the fourth largest in Turkey, boasts a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its center. Highlights include the traditional commercial districts, mosques, religious schools, public baths, and the renowned Green Mosque. We’ll reach Istanbul by the end of the day.
Day 13 Day 13: Istanbul
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Istanbul

After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.

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Day 1: Istanbul

Day 2: Istanbul

Day 3: Istanbul

Day 4: Istanbul, Ephesus, Kusadasi

Day 5: Kusadasi, Bodrum, Marmaris

Day 6: Marmaris, Dalyan, Antalya

Day 7: Antalya, Aspendo, Side, Karaman, Nigde

Day 8: Nigde, Capadocia

Day 9: Capadocia, Ihlara, Konya

Day 10: Konya, Egridir, Pamukkale

Day 11: Pamukkale, Ephesus, Kusadasi

Day 12: Kusadasi, Izmir, Bursa, Istanbul

Day 13: Istanbul

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