8 days tour

Cultural Triangle Of Turkey - 8 Days

$ 3,025 .00 USD

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Cultural Triangle Of Turkey - 8 Days

This tour includes:

Transport

Private airport transfers on days 1, 3, 5 and 8 All relevant transfers in private modern air-conditioned vehicles. Transportation for sightseeing tours in a modern air-conditioned touring vehicle/coach

Meals

7 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 4 dinners

Flights

3 internal flights (Istanbul - Kayseri, Kayseri - Izmir & Pamukkale - Istanbul)

Accommodation

7 nights 4-star hotels

Others

Entrance fees for all included sightseeing

Guide

Shared sightseeing in Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus and Pamukkale (with others in max group of 14 passengers. Private guide is available for a supplement) English-speaking, degree qualified Turkish tour guide for all included sightseeing

Not included:

Others

International flights and visas Tipping - an entirely personal gesture Optional activities including a Bosphorus dinner cruise and Cappadocia hot air balloon ride

Insurance

Every traveler must have suitable travel insurance to take part in this tour.

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Itinerary of your trip Cultural Triangle Of Turkey - 8 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To Istanbul!
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Welcome To Istanbul!

      Arrive in Istanbul and transfer from the airport to the hotel. The rest of today is free for you to relax in the hotel or head out and explore the only city in the world to straddle two continents!

  • Day 2 Day 2: Istanbul Sightseeing
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Istanbul Sightseeing

      Enjoy a full-day guided sightseeing tour of the cosmopolitan city of Istanbul, formerly known as Constantinople. You will see highlights of the city including the iconic exterior of Hagia Sophia, which was built by Emperor Justinian in the year 537 AD and was the largest church in Christendom for a thousand years! Take in the Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, and the beautiful Blue Mosque before venturing into the labyrinthine Grand Bazaar, which is a delightful assault on the senses. The evening is at leisure, or you could opt for a dinner cruise on the Bosphorus Strait, which divides Europe and Asia (book and pay locally).

  • Day 3 Day 3: Cave Cities Of Cappadocia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Cave Cities Of Cappadocia

      Istanbul - Kayseri - Cappadocia. Leaving Istanbul, you will be transported to the airport for your included flight to Kayseri in Central Turkey. Upon arrival transfer to Cappadocia, one of Turkeyโ€™s most popular destinations. See the unique fairy chimneys of the Devrent Valley and the mushroom-shaped pinnacles of Pasabagi (Monks Valley). Later, head to Goreme, which is a beautiful open air museum, home to incredible rock-cut cave churches and settlements that date back centuries. The stunning landscapes of Cappadocia are sure to take your breath away. Touring today also includes a visit to a carpet manufacturing house.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Cappadocia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Cappadocia

      This morning there is an optional hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia (book and pay locally). Leaving the hotel mid-morning, enjoy a hike through the Rose Valley to see more of the incredible rock-cut churches the area is famed for. Visit the old Christian village of Cavusin, the beautiful Pigeon Valley, and the Kaymakli Underground City. This incredible settlement is connected with more than 100 tunnels between houses, stables, churches, and more. The final stop of the day is at the natural rock castle of Ortahisar, which towers over the surrounding landscape.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Fly To Kusadasi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Fly To Kusadasi

      Cappadocia - Kayseri - Izmir - Kusadasi. Say goodbye to Cappadocia as you are transferred to the airport for your included flight west to Izmir. From here you will be transported to the popular beach resort town of Kusadasi. The evening is at leisure.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Ancient Ephesus
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Ancient Ephesus

      Today there is a full-day tour of the legendary ancient city of Ephesus. The city dates back centuries and there are relics from the ancient Greek and Roman empires. One of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World was once found here, the Temple of Artemis. Sadly it has been completely destroyed apart from a single column which you will see. The main highlights of Ephesus are the striking colonnaded Library of Celsus and the amphitheatre. This had a capacity of 25,000, which made it the largest amphitheatre in the ancient world. Thereโ€™s also a visit to the House of Mother Mary, where the Virgin Mary is alleged to have spent her final years. After the tour, you will return to Kusadasi stopping at a leather manufacturing factory en route.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Cotton Castlesโ€™ Of Pamukkale
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Cotton Castlesโ€™ Of Pamukkale

      Kusadasi - Pamukkale. Leave Kusadasi and travel to Pamukkale, a jaw-dropping region where white calcium formations have built up over thousands of years due to the chemical properties of water in the area. The results are the โ€™cotton castlesโ€™ and thermal pools of Pamukkale. Take a walk along the white water terraces known as travertines and enjoy a dip in the man-made pools at the bottom. There is also a visit to the Roman spa town of Hierapolis, which was built by this historic civilization to make the most of the travertines. Explore the ruins and opt for a swim in Cleopatraโ€™s Pool. It was reportedly a gift to the Egyptian pharaoh from Marc Anthony and is the only place in the world where you can swim amongst real Roman columns; an earthquake hit the site in the 7th century which caused a nearby Temple of Apollo to collapse into the pool.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Return To Istanbul
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Return To Istanbul

      Pamukkale - Istanbul. Transfer to Denizli Airport today for your included flight back to Istanbul, where your tour comes to an end. Alternatively, if you would like to extend your stay in Istanbul then we would be happy to arrange this for you. You can also opt to exclude the flight back to Istanbul if you wish.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Personal

Youโ€™ll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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