Turkish Discovery

Duration

8 Days

Tour Type

Classical Packages

Location

Turkey

Travel Style

Classic

Destinations

Turkey

Overview

Our program in Turkey will commence with a visit to Istanbul's most iconic landmarks, including the Topkapi Palace, St. Sophia, Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar. After enjoying breakfast, we will depart for Ankara, where we will pay our respects at the Mausoleum of Ataturk and explore its accompanying museum. Continuing our journey, we will travel to the enchanting region of Cappadocia, with a scenic drive along the Salt Lake. Prepare for an overnight stay in Cappadocia, where you will have the option to partake in an early morning balloon tour, offering a unique perspective of the region. A full day of exploration awaits, with visits to the Kaymakli Underground City, Open Air Museum in Goreme, and the natural fortress in Uchisar. Don't miss the opportunity to dine in a cave restaurant, savoring the famous Pottery Kebap and immersing yourself in the history of local handicrafts, such as carpets, Turkish tiles, onyx, and pottery.

The following day, we will depart early for Pamukkale, making a stop at the magnificent 13th-century Sultanhan Caravanserai along the way. Upon arrival in Konya, we will visit the Mausoleum of Mevlana, before continuing our journey to Pamukkale for an overnight stay. Discover the ancient city of Hierapolis, with its mesmerizing Necropolis, graveyard, and lime cascade. Our next destination is Selcuk, where we will visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Afterward, we will drive to Izmir for an overnight stay, enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way.

In the morning, we will embark on a drive to the remarkable ancient city of Ephesus. Explore its magnificent library, theater, and temples, and indulge in a delicious lunch in a nomadic tent in Selcuk, tasting Turkish Gozleme. Later, we will visit the picturesque village of Sirince, known for its beauty and delectable wines. Take the time to shop for local treasures before heading to either Kusadasi port for the ferry to Samos or Izmir airport, concluding our unforgettable journey through Turkey.

Included

02 Nights’ accommodation in Istanbul.
02 Nights’ accommodation in Cappadocia.
01 Nights’ accommodation in Pamukkale.
02 Nights’ accommodation in Izmir.
Meals are as indicated in the itineraries.
Arrival transfer (sobiha Gokcen Airport subject to surcharge).
Departure transfer to Izmir Apt or Kusadasi port.
Professional tour guides throughout Turkey Programs.
Luggage handling in the hotels.
Local taxes.
Museum entrance fees.

Excluded

Personal expences.
Customary gratitude to your guide and driver.

Itinerary

Day 01: (Istanbul)

Upon your arrival, you will be met by our representative before transfer to your Hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your own leisure .

Day 02: (Istanbul Full Day)

After breakfast at the hotel, a guided tour to Topkapi Palace, St. Sophia, Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar will commence. The day ends with an overnight stay in Istanbul. Meals; Breakfast.

Day 03: (Istanbul- Ankara - Cappadocia)

After breakfast, we depart for Ankara where we will visit Mausoleum of Ataturk and its Museum. This is the burial place of the national hero who founded modern Republic of Turkey. We then depart for Cappadocia. After a picturesque trip along the Salt Lake, we will arrive in Cappadocia for an overnight stay. Meals; Breakfast & Dinner.

Day 04: (Cappadocia Full Day)

Early in the morning an optional Balloon tour is available. Then, full day excursion in Cappadocia including visits to the Kaymakli Underground City, Open Air Museum in Goreme and natural fortress in Uchisar. Lunch in a cave rest. to taste famous Pottery Kebap. Here, we will have the opportunity to discover and understand the rich history behind local handicrafts like hand-made carpets, Turkish tiles, onyx and potteries. Optional night tour with a Turkish show and dinner is avaliable tonight. Overnight stay in Cappadocia. Meals; Breakfast & Lunch.

Day 05: (Cappadocia - Konya - Pamukkale)

Early departure for Pamukkale. On the way, visit the 13th century Seljukian masterpiece Sultanhan Caravanserai before arrival in Konya. After visiting the Mausoleum of Mevlana, we continue our drive to Pamukkale for an overnight stay. Meals; Breakfast & Dinner.

Day 06: (Pamukkale - Izmir)

After breakfast, visit the ancient Hierapolis with the magnificent Necropolis, graveyard and the lime cascade. Thereafter, we continue our drive to Selcuk to visit Temple of Artemis ''one of the seven wonders of the ancient world'' then continue to Izmir for overnight stay. Meals; Breakfast & Dinner.

Day 07: (Izmir - Ephesus - Sirince - Izmir)

Morning drive to Ancient city of Ephesus where we will visit its magnificent library, theater and temples. Lunch in nomadic tent in Selcuk to taste Turkish Gozleme. Continue to marvelous village of Sirince where you be able to experience one of the most beautiful villages in Turkey. You can do shopping and taste delicious wines of the village. Return to Izmir for overnight stay. Meals; Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 08: (Transfer to Kusadasi or Izmir)

Transfer to either Kusadasi port for the ferry to Samos or Izmir airport. Meals; Breakfast.

FAQs

What Is The Children's Policy?
0 - 01.99 Free of Charge / 2 - 5.99 pay 25% of tour price / 6 - 11.99 pay 50% of tour price / 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person Notes : Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents ( Maximum 1 Child sharing parent's room ) / If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply.
What Is The Booking Policy?
Once confirming your booking down payment of 25% should be paid to secure your spaces on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel-related services. / And 50% during Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays. / The remaining balance should be paid one month before the arrive.
Tipping?
It is client's gratitude and satisfaction with the good service provided by anyone who served you during your trip. we advise if you are willing to give it, it would be fantastic and if not, you are not obliged to do it.
What Is The Cancellation Policy?
During High and Low Season: You can cancel your trip with the following scale of charges. / From the date of booking until 60 days before your arrival date, 15% cancelation fees. / Between 60 and 30 days before your arrival date, 25% cancelation fees. / Between 30 and 15 days before your arrival date, 50% cancelation fees. / Between 14 and 1 days before your arrival date, 100% cancelation fees. / During Holiday Seasons: Cancelation received 60 days before arrival ,100% of the entire tour price will be charged. / Additionally, all domestic flights in Egypt have cancellation costs. You will be responsible for paying any fees in accordance with the airline's cancellation policy if you decide to cancel a tour at any time. / Emergency Cancellation Policy: In the event that the government or the airline issues a travel advisory from-to your departure country and destination, Executive Travel Egypt has an extremely lenient cancellation policy. / Executive travel Egypt has modified its cancellation policy to better represent its principles because we put your health and safety above anything else. Learn about our cancellation and refund policies, as well as our full payment requirement..

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