Day 01Arrival in Istanbul
Arrival at Istanbul Intl. airport and after immigration formalities you meet our representative who will help you board a vehicle. Transferred to your pre-booked hotel and check-in. This day is reserved for recovering from jet lag and enjoying the hotel amenities. You may also explore and shop around in the nearby locality.
In the evening you will be picked up for Bosphorus dinner cruise with live shows. Admire Istanbul from a new angle as you cruise on the glorious Bosphorus Sea with this dinner tour. Indulge in an incredible dinner menu with dishes influenced by Europe and Asia alike, including Hors Doeuvres, salads and dessert, while watching the lights of Istanbul in the distance. Then relax and enjoy a range of cultural performances inspired by local cultures, such as the Belly, Folk and Latin-Flameno dance styles.
Overnight is in Istanbul.
Note: standard check-in time is 3 PM and standard check-out time is 11 AM. So, any early check-in and late check-out will be subject to rooms’ availability and hotel’s discretion. Any guaranteed early check-in must be pre-booked and pre-paid.
Day 02Istanbul/Full day Istanbul city tour with lunch
Breakfast at the hotel; you proceed for a full day Istanbul city tour with lunch. Start your tour of Istanbul at the Hagia Sophia Museum, often referred to as the 8th Wonder of the World. Wander through the building's interior, which has been converted into a museum, and admire its beautiful art pieces including several Byzantine mosaics. Next, head to the Blue Mosque and see the 20,000 magnificent blue-toned tiles that give the mosque its name.
Later, head to the Hippodrome of Constantinople, the former political centre of the city, where you can learn more about the city's ancient history and see artifacts from the Constantinople era.
After lunch we shall visit The Grand Bazaar, one of the most famous bazaars around the world. Discover the bazaar with your guide and make some shopping. It is full with gold, jewellery, leather and spices shops. Our last will be Topkapi palace. Topkapi Palace is the largest and oldest palace in the world to survive to our day and also was the primary residence of the Ottoman sultans for approximately 400 years. Topkapi Palace was more than just the private residence of the Sultan and his court.
Overnight is in Istanbul.
Day 03Istanbul/ day trip to Bursa with cable car to Uludag
Breakfast at the hotel; proceed for a day trip to Bursa with cable car to Uludag. Embark on a captivating day trip from Istanbul to Bursa, immersing yourself in the rich history of the first Ottoman capital, indulging in the unique flavors of a Turkish delight factory, and enjoying the scenic landscapes of Uludağ Mountain with an optional chairlift ride for breathtaking views, all within a conveniently short distance from the bustling city.
The highlights of Bursa city tour are the Green Mosque, Green Tomb, and Silk House.
Overnight is in Istanbul.
Day 04Istanbul to Cappadocia by flight (flight is not included)
Breakfast at the hotel; you check-out from hotel and transferred at the airport to board a flight to Cappadocia.
Arrival at Kayseri airport and meet our driver cum representative who will transfer you at your pre-booked hotel in Cappadocia. Check-in at the hotel and the remainder of the day is at leisure.
Overnight is in Cappadocia.
Day 05Cappadocia/ Hot Air ballooning/ Cappadocia sightseeing
Early morning pick-up for Hot Air ballooning. Get aerial views of Cappadocia’s eroded rock formations, valleys, and caves on an early-morning hot-air balloon flight that includes a light breakfast and post-flight celebration. Morning light and panoramic views from the hot-air balloon are ideal for photographing the remarkable landscape, and door-to-door transport means you can sleep in a little bit later. You will return to the hotel for relaxation before your pick-up for Cappadocia sightseeing.
Enjoy an action-packed itinerary featuring some of Cappadocia’s most visited sights on this full-day tour, including lunch and entrance fees. Learn the secrets of Cappadocia’s distinctive fairy chimneys on a walk through the Devrent Valley and see the hermit monk dwellings in Pasabag valley. Uncover centuries of history at the Zelve and Goreme open-air museums, home to some of the region’s most significant rock-cut churches and monasteries, then pay a visit to the pottery town of Avanos and Uchisar Castle, the highest viewpoint in Cappadocia.
Overnight is in Cappadocia.
Day 06Cappadocia – Departure
Breakfast at the hotel; you check-out from hotel and transferred at the airport to board a flight back home.
End tour with happy memories
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