TURKEY 9 DAYS 8 NIGHTS: MYSTERIOUS ISTANBUL – MAGICAL CAPPADOCIA – ANCIENT EPHESUS – BEAUTIFUL PAMUKKALE

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN ISTANBUL (X / X / X) Upon landing at Istanbul Airport, our company representative will welcome you and transfer you to a centrally located hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for rest or exploring the city on your own. Overnight: Istanbul Meals: Not included

DAY 2: FULL-DAY HISTORICAL ISTANBUL TOUR (B / L / X) After breakfast, your guide will take you to explore the historic Sultanahmet district:

• Hagia Sophia
• Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)
• Hippodrome Square
• Topkapi Palace – the former residence of the Ottoman sultans

The day ends with a visit to the Grand Bazaar – one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world. Overnight: Istanbul Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 3: BOSPHORUS CRUISE & FLIGHT TO CAPPADOCIA (B / X / X) In the morning, enjoy a scenic cruise on the Bosphorus Strait – the waterway connecting Europe and Asia. Then visit the colorful and fragrant Spice Bazaar. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the airport for a domestic flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, transfer to your unique cave hotel. Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4: NORTH CAPPADOCIA TOUR (B / L / X) Optional: Early morning hot air balloon ride to witness the magical sunrise (weather permitting). After breakfast, visit:

• Göreme Open Air Museum
• Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley)
• Devrent Valley
• Uchisar Castle

Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 5: SOUTH CAPPADOCIA – FLIGHT TO IZMIR (B / L / X) Explore the southern part: the underground city of Kaymakli or Derinkuyu, the stunning Ihlara Valley, and Selime Monastery. In the afternoon, fly to Izmir and transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi. Overnight: Kusadasi Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 6: FULL-DAY EPHESUS TOUR (B / L / X) Visit the ancient city of Ephesus – one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world:

• Library of Celsus
• Great Theatre
• Temple of Artemis (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World)

Continue to the House of the Virgin Mary – a sacred pilgrimage site. Overnight: Kusadasi Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 7: PAMUKKALE & HIERAPOLIS – TRANSFER TO DENIZLI (B / L / X) Travel to the famous Pamukkale with its dazzling white travertine terraces and thermal springs. Explore the ancient city of Hierapolis: the necropolis, Roman theatre, and ancient baths. Optional swim in Cleopatra’s Pool. Transfer to your hotel in Denizli. Overnight: Denizli Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 8: FLIGHT BACK TO ISTANBUL – FREE AFTERNOON (B / X / X) After breakfast, transfer to Denizli airport for the flight back to Istanbul. Check into your hotel and enjoy a free afternoon (optional Turkish hamam, food tour, or shopping). Overnight: Istanbul Meals: Breakfast

DAY 9: DEPARTURE FROM ISTANBUL (B / X / X) After breakfast, check out and transfer to Istanbul Airport for your international flight home. End of the tour with beautiful memories! Meals: Breakfast

FAREWELL!!!

SERVICES INCLUDED:

• 8 nights in 4-star hotels (or boutique cave hotels in Cappadocia)
• Domestic flights (Istanbul – Cappadocia, Cappadocia – Izmir, Denizli – Istanbul)
• Daily guided tours with licensed English-speaking guides
• Private air-conditioned transportation
• Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
• Meals as per program (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch)
• Airport pick-up and drop-off services

SERVICES NOT INCLUDED:

• International and domestic flights (if not specified)
• Visa fees (if required)
• Optional hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia
• Personal expenses, drinks, and meals not mentioned in the itinerary
• Tips
• Travel insurance

Prices quoted are subject to change without prior notice.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Some hotels have limited twin rooms across all room categories.
• Rooms are not yet booked. Confirmation depends entirely on hotel availability at the time of reservation.
• No cash collection on tour days.
• No room holding after the deadline; room rates and availability may change according to market conditions.
• Check-in time: 15:00 | Check-out time: 12:00 noon. Early check-in or late check-out will incur additional charges.
• Some hotels require a security deposit upon check-in, which will be refunded upon check-out if no damages occur.