Süleymaniye Mosque Istanbul Scenic Photo
Ephesus Ancient Ruins Turkey
Pamukkale Hot Springs and Travertines
Cappadocia Morning with Vibrant Hot Air Balloons

8 Day Turkey Tour

€1850 €1650 / per person
08 Days / 07 Nights
Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale , Cappadocia

About This Tour

Experience the best of Turkey on this perfectly balanced 8-day journey. Begin in vibrant Istanbul, exploring its historic Old City, palaces, mosques, bazaars, and a scenic Bosphorus cruise. Continue to the Aegean region to discover ancient Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, charming Sirince village, and the stunning white terraces of Pamukkale. Fly onward to magical Cappadocia, famous for its fairy chimneys, underground cities, rock-cut churches, and unique valleys. Enjoy guided tours, comfortable transfers, selected meals, and unforgettable cultural experiences, with optional hot air ballooning to complete your adventure.

Highlights of the Tour

Istanbul captivates visitors with unforgettable experiences, where rich cultural heritage comes alive at every corner.
The Library of Celsus stands as Ephesus’ most iconic landmark, captivating visitors as one of the world’s most photographed ancient structures.
Pamukkale enchants travelers from around the globe with its dazzling white travertine terraces.
Hot air balloon rides over Cappadocia offer a breathtaking sunrise, revealing one of Turkey’s most magical landscapes.

Itinerary

Welcome to the magical city of Istanbul, where East meets West. Upon your arrival at Istanbul Airport or the Cruise Terminal, enjoy a seamless private transfer to your hotel. Check-in is available after 1:00 PM. At the hotel, your dedicated travel consultant will personally welcome you and provide a detailed introduction to your tour program. The rest of the day is yours to relax, explore, or soak in the vibrant atmosphere of the city at your own pace. Overnight in Istanbul.

Meals : No

After breakfast, at 10:00 am, your private guide will meet you in the hotel lobby to begin an unforgettable journey through Istanbul’s historic Old City. Discover the highlights of the ancient Hippodrome, including the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpentine Column, and the elegant Fountain of Wilhelm II. Continue your tour with a visit to the magnificent Blue Mosque, followed by the iconic Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture dating back to the era of Emperor Theodosius. Later, explore the grandeur of Topkapi Palace, once the residence of Ottoman sultans, and enjoy free time at the famous Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets, featuring over 3,600 shops. The tour concludes around 4:00 pm with a return transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Meals : Breakfast + Lunch

Early in the morning, check out from your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Izmir. Upon arrival at Izmir Airport, you will be met and transferred privately to Selçuk to join the Ancient Ephesus Tour. Your tour begins with a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be where Mary spent her final years. You will then explore the impressive ruins of ancient Ephesus, including the stunning Celsus Library. After lunch, continue to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Later, visit the charming Greek village of Şirince before returning to your hotel. Overnight stay in Kuşadası.

Meals : Breakfast

After breakfast, departure at 07:30 for Pamukkale, one of Turkey’s most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites, renowned for its dazzling white travertine terraces. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before exploring the ancient city of Hierapolis, located adjacent to the terraces. Highlights of the visit include the Temple of Apollo, the magnificent Theatre, the vast Necropolis, and the historic Thermal Baths. At the end of the tour, transfer to Kuşadası. Overnight stay in Kuşadası.

Meals : Breakfast + Lunch

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Izmir Airport for your flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival at Kayseri Airport, you will be met and transferred privately to Göreme, the heart of Cappadocia. Overnight stay in Göreme.

Meals . Breakfast

After breakfast, pick-up from the hotel will be between 9:30 and 10:00 AM. Our first stop will be Uchisar, where you will have time to take photos of Uchisar Castle and explore the surrounding area from the outside. Next, we will drive to Cavusin (Rose Valley), famous for its impressive red rock formations. We will then continue to the Fairy Chimneys Valley, Pasabag (Monks Valley), and the Zelve Open-Air Museum, all of which showcase Cappadocia’s unique volcanic landscape. After lunch, we will visit Devrent Valley and Three Beauties Valley, two of the most significant highlights of Northern Cappadocia. Later, we will proceed to the ancient towns of Urgup and Avanos, well known for their traditional red clay pottery. In Avanos, you will have the opportunity to try pottery-making yourself. As an optional activity, we can also visit a Turkish rug and carpet weaving factory. Overnight stay in Göreme.
OPTIONAL: This morning, be one of the lucky few to greet the sunrise from a hot air balloon—an unforgettable experience and the best way to start the day.

Meals : Breakfast + Lunch

After breakfast, check out from the hotel. You may leave your luggage at the reception. Pick-up from the hotel will be between 9:30 and 10:00 AM. Our tour begins with a visit to Ortahisar, where you will have an excellent photo opportunity to capture the iconic Ortahisar Rock Castle. We then continue to Mustafapaşa, a former Greek village historically known as Sinasos, famous for its well-preserved stone houses and rich cultural heritage. Next, we drive through Şahinefendi and visit the Roman ruins of Sobesos, a recently excavated archaeological site featuring impressive floor mosaics. Afterward, we head to Soğanlı Valley, where we enjoy a 2 km walk through the valley, visiting its famous cave churches. This will be followed by a lunch break in Soğanlı Village. In the afternoon, we visit Kaymaklı Underground City, the deepest underground city in Cappadocia, offering a fascinating insight into ancient subterranean life. At the end of the tour, we transfer to Kayseri Airport for your flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Meals : Breakfast + Lunch

Breakfast, check-out from your hotel (before 12:00pm). Private transfer to Istanbul Airport.

Meals : Breakfast

Included

07 Nights Accommodation at 4-star hotel (Bed & Breakfast)
Istanbul - Private Old City Tour (includes guiding in English, entrance fees, transportation – Lunch doest not include today.
04 day regular Small Group tour in Ephesus, Pamukkale, and 2 x Day in Cappadocia. (Includes guiding in English, entrance fees, lunch and transportation)
Flight from Istanbul to Izmir - Izmir to Kayseri - Kayseri to Istanbul (15 kilos of hold + 8 kilos of hand luggage included)

All transfers from / to Airports, Hotels and Cruise Ports with Private Car
Domestic travel insures (Covers only tour dates Turkey)

Excluded

This tour prices does not include International Flight Tickets
Meals and drinks other than specified
Visits and services not mentioned in itinerary
Personel expences
Tips for drivers, guides

  • This tour is available for Daily all year round
  • Tour Can be customized.
  • Price per person, based on a minimum of 2 adults.
  • Price does not include international flight tickets.
  • Transfers are considered with 1 luggage per person.
  • Once domestic air tickets are issued cannot be modified and a 100% fees will apply in case of cancellation
  • Domestic flights schedule may change.
  • Domestic Flights Baggage Allowance (including 15 kilos of luggage + 8 kilos of hand luggage)

Once we receive your request to book your chosen tour package, we will confirm all services accordingly. Once everything is complete, we will email you the official tour itinerary with all day details. Once you confirm this itinerary, we will proceed to the payment process.

When you confirm the tour itinerary, we require a 50% booking deposit to secure your reservation. The remaining 50% balance will be charged 3 weeks (21 days) before the tour start date.

We Use Secure Payment Method;

All payments you make with us for your tour in Turkey are made through a SECURE ONLINE SYSTEM that automatically provides you with a receipt. 

The system is completely secure and does not require you to provide your credit card information. 

We send you a bank link to make your payment. This link only covers the amount you will pay. 

You open the link and fill in your credit card information in the form and the payment process is completed. This is a safe, secure and hassle-free way to pay your deposit and final payment to us. 

We accept only Credit Cards. VISA or MASTER CARD. Not Debit Cards or other Cards.

Reservations may only be cancelled by written notice sent by email or certified mail to our agency. If such written notice is received before arrival date / travel start date, we will accept such cancellation and refund the land portion costs recoverable from those entities paid on behalf of the travellers only to the extent/amount that such moneys are refunded by those entities to our agency.

DOMESTIC FLIGHTS/ FERRIES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

  • Notice received 31 days before date of arrival, no cancellation fee applies.
  • Notice received between 31-21 days prior to scheduled tour: 75% refund
  • Notice received between 21-14 days prior to scheduled tour: 50% refund
  • Notice received 13 days or less prior to scheduled tour: No refund
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