Welcome to Turkey’s Cultural Capital!

Arrive at Istanbul Airport, where you’ll be greeted by your local representative and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy your free time to unwind or explore at your own pace.
Suggested: Take a walk around Sultanahmet Square or sip authentic Turkish tea by the Bosphorus as the city lights shimmer.


Hotel Avicenna Hotel 4*
Meals N/A

Dive into Istanbul’s Architectural Marvels

Start your day visiting Hagia Sophia, a breathtaking blend of Byzantine and Ottoman grandeur. Continue to the Blue Mosque, famed for its six minarets and striking blue İznik tiles.
Stroll through the Hippodrome, the ancient sporting arena of Constantinople, and explore the lavish Topkapi Palace, once home to Ottoman sultans.
End your tour wandering the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and most vibrant covered markets — a true treasure trove for shoppers.

Explore the Magical Landscapes of Cappadocia

Take an early flight to Cappadocia and begin your adventure in the land of fairy chimneys.
Highlights include:

• Uchisar Castle, the region’s highest vantage point.

• Göreme Open-Air Museum, a UNESCO site with ancient cave churches and frescoes.

• Pasabag (Monks Valley), known for its surreal rock pillars.

• Avanos, a pottery village dating back thousands of years.
  Lunch: Enjoy local specialties such as pottery kebab in a traditional cave restaurant.

Delve Deeper into Cappadocia’s Hidden Gems

Discover an ancient Underground City (Kaymaklı or Derinkuyu), once used by early Christians for refuge. Hike through the colorful Red and Rose Valleys, famous for their natural beauty. Visit Çavuşin Village, known for rock-carved homes and churches, and stop at Pigeon Valley, dotted with dovecotes.
Optional: Experience a sunrise hot air balloon ride — the ultimate way to see Cappadocia’s dreamlike landscape.

Step Back in Time at Ephesus

Fly to Izmir, then transfer to Ephesus, one of the most well-preserved ancient cities in the world.
Explore:

• The Library of Celsus, an architectural masterpiece.

• The Great Theatre, where St. Paul once preached.

• The Marble Streets and Temple of Hadrian.
  Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be her final home, and the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
  Lunch: Savor authentic Turkish cuisine at a local restaurant.

Marvel at Pamukkale’s White Paradise

Travel to Pamukkale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its glistening white travertine terraces and healing thermal waters.
Explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, visiting the Roman Theatre, Necropolis, and ancient baths.
Optional: Swim in Cleopatra’s Pool, surrounded by submerged marble ruins.

Discover Istanbul from a Unique Perspective

Fly back to Istanbul. Enjoy a leisure day to relax or join an optional Bosphorus Cruise, sailing between two continents.
Visit the Spice Bazaar, bursting with colors and aromas, and admire the intricate tilework at Rüstem Pasha Mosque.

Farewell, Turkey

After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Airport for your flight home.
Take with you unforgettable memories of Turkey’s incredible landscapes, timeless history, and warm hospitality.