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Turkey Highlights

₹53,200

OVERVIEW

Our Turkey Highlights package is an 8-day tour of the famous cities of Istanbul, Cappadocia and Kusadasi. Explore the rich history of Turkey through the attractions of Istanbul, marvel at the rocky landscape of Cappadocia and enjoy some sun and sand at Kusadasi. Have a fun day trip to Pamukkale, famous for its thermal pools and visit the ancient ruins at Ephesus. Come on this Turkey Highlights tour with us and leave with Turkey etched in your memory forever.

  • On Day 1, you arrive in Istanbul, located on both sides of the Bosphorus.
  • On Day 2, you will visit Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, St Sophia Museum and Grand Bazaar.
  • On Day 3, you will travel to Cappadocia.
  • On Day 4, you will visit Goreme Open air museum, Uchisar castle, Devrent valley and fairy chimneys.
  • On Day 5, travel to Izmir via flight and get transferred to Kusadasi.
  • On Day 6, you will get to see Temple of Artemis and the ancient city of Ephesus.
  • On Day 7, you will visit Pamukkale and see Cotton Castles and Hierapolis.
  • On Day 8, catch your flight to Istanbul and prepare to depart to your home country.
7
Nights
Istanbul (2), Cappadocia (2), Kusadasi (3)
Arrival (Istanbul), Departure (Istanbul)
Popular
Family

ITINERARY

DAY 1

Arrive in Istanbul

You have arrived in the intriguing city of Istanbul. You will be welcomed and taken to your hotel located in the old city to check in. You have an option to go on a Bosphorus Dinner Cruise.

You stay overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 2

Sightseeing in Istanbul (Breakfast and Lunch Included)

After a delicious breakfast, you will visit Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque (The Sultan Ahmed Mosque), Hippodrome, St. Sophia Museum (a former cathedral, later an Ottoman imperial mosque and now a museum) in Istanbul and the Grand Bazaar, housing over 3000 shops.

You stay overnight in Istanbul.

Please keep in mind that St. Sophia Museum is closed on Mondays, Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays.

DAY 3

Istanbul to Cappadocia (Breakfast Included)

Breakfast will be served at the hotel after which you will be taken to the airport to catch your flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival in Cappadocia, you will be welcomed and taken to your hotel for check in.

You stay overnight in Cappadocia.

DAY 4

Sightseeing in Cappadocia (Breakfast and Lunch Included)

This morning you have an option to go on a Hot Air Balloon ride, over Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes. After a lip-smacking breakfast, you will visit Goreme Open Air Museum with its breathtaking cave-churches, Uchisar Castle, Devrent Valley and Fairy Chimneys.

You stay overnight in Cappadocia.

DAY 5

Cappadocia to Kusadasi (Breakfast and Dinner Included)

After breakfast, you will be taken to the airport to catch your flight to Izmir. After arriving in Izmir, you will be welcomed and taken to your hotel in the resort town of Kusadasi.

You stay overnight in Kusadasi.

DAY 6

Visit Ephesus from Kusadasi (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

After breakfast, the time has come to completely absorb yourself into history with a guided tour of the site of Temple of Artemis and the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. As soon as you step in you will feel the mystical atmosphere of the city and the stadium where races were held surround you. You can also purchase and see Turkish Handicrafts. Your last visit will be Sirince Village located at the top of a mountain. You will return to your hotel after Sirince Village.

You stay overnight in Kusadasi.

DAY 7

Visit Pamukkale from Kusadasi (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

Today, after breakfast at the hotel you will visit the Cotton Castle and the Greek-Roman city of Hierapolis which includes the well-preserved necropolis, the gates and the main street, the Greco Roman theatre, the Basilica of St. Philippe and the thermal baths. You will also get a chance to swim in this hot spring which is a very therapeutic experience.

You stay overnight in Kusadasi.

DAY 8

Departure (Breakfast Included)

After breakfast, you will be taken to the airport to catch your flight to Istanbul and further catch your homebound flight.

INCLUSIONS

What is included

  • 2 nights stay in Istanbul
  • 2 nights stay in Cappadocia
  • 3 nights stay in Kusadasi
  • 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners
  • Entrance fees to museums
  • English-speaking local tour guides
  • Daily excursions as per itinerary on a small group basis
  • Full-day Ephesus tour
  • Full-day Pamukkale tour
  • Daily bottle water

EXCLUSIONS

What is excluded

  • Air Tickets, Visa, Insurance, City taxes and gratuities, GST

WHEN TO GO

The European side of Turkey and Istanbul experience extremely hot summers and very cold winters with snowfall. April to May which is spring and September to November which is autumn are some of the best times to visit these areas when the skies are clear, and the weather is amiable. The Mediterranean and Aegean coast enjoys a Mediterranean type of climate which can be characterized by its warm summers and mild winters. Beachside destinations like Kusadasi are hence popular destinations to travel to all year round.