Duration: 10 Days 9 Nights

Country: Turkey

TURKEY IN A NUTSHELL

Turkey

Overview
Highlights
Itinerary
Terms & Conditions

Overview

Trip Validity: 1 Sep 2024 – 15 March 2025
Trip Name: Turkey in a Nutshell
Country: Turkey
Cities: Istanbul (2Nts) – Ankara (1Nt) – Cappadocia (2Nts) – Antalya (2Nts) – Pamukkale (1Nt) – Kusadasi (1Nt)
Duration: 9 Nights / 10 Days
Starts in: Istanbul
Route: 01 Country | 06 Cities
Trip Category: Premium

Highlights

ISTANBUL:
Istanbul Old City Tour
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with a great Turkish night show

ANKARA:
City tour of Ankara

CAPPADOCIA:
Red (North) Tour Cappadocia
Green (South) Tour Cappadocia

ANTALYA:
Stop at Konya to explore famous local foods, visit
Konya Mevlana Museum
Excursion to Perge – one of the largest ancient
cities in the Pamphylia region.

PAMUKKALE:
Visit Pamukkale Hot Springs

Itinerary

ISTANBUL (02 NIGHTS)
DAY 1: ISTANBUL

Transport: Airport to hotel
Activity: Evening enjoy Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with a great Turkish night show with return transfers (3 Hrs) Start Time: 19:30
Meal: Breakfast & Special Dinner
Hotel: Innova Hotel

DAY 2: ISTANBUL

Activity: Istanbul Old City Tour on SIC basis (9 Hrs) Start Time: 8 AM
Attractions:
- Hagia Sophia (Admission is included)
- Blue Mosque
- Hippodrome and Obelisks
- Topkapı Palace (Admission is included) – closed on Tuesdays
- Hagia irene Museum (Admission is included)
- Harem (Admission is included)
- Grand Bazaar
Meal: Breakfast
Hotel: Innova Hotel

ANKARA (01 NIGHT)
DAY 3: ISTANBUL – ANKARA

Transport: Flight to Ankara (not included) & airport transfers
Activity: City tour of Ankara (4-5 Hrs)
Attractions:
- Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Discover remains from the Stone and Neolithic ages and learn about the Hittites, Phygians and Urartians, uncover the history of the Citadel of Ankara and Ataturk Mausoleum. Temple of Augustus & Walk by Kızılay neighborhood
Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: Holiday Inn Express

CAPPADOCIA (2 NIGHTS)
DAY 4: ANKARA – CAPPADOCIA

Transport: Drive to Cappadocia (approx 3 hrs)
Activity: Green (South) Tour Cappadocia on SIC (4 Hrs)
Attractions:
- Explore a lush part of the Cappadocia region on this small-group day tour to the southern area.
- Hike to traditional villages in the Ihlara Valley
- Have lunch by the river and check out the ancient Selime Monastery and the amazing Kaymakli Underground City.
Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: Zayden Suits Hotel

DAY 5: CAPPADOCIA

Optional: Early morning Hot Air Balloon Flight 2.5 Hrs (Subject to availability; Starting from USD 250+ pp)
Activity: Red (North) Tour Cappadocia on SIC Start Time: 9:30 AM (6-7 Hrs)
Attractions:
- Ancient rock-hewn churches, towering fairy chimneys, and karst caves dot the landscapes of Cappadocia, making for some unforgettable photo opportunities.
- This tour follows the ‘Red Route’, taking in the most-photographed sights of North Cappadocia.
- Marvel at the fairy chimneys of Love Valley and Monk Valley
- Visit Uchisar Castle and Imagination Valley, and explore the UNESCO-listed Goreme Open-Air Museum.
- Finally, visit the pottery-making town of Avanos and maybe even have a go on the potter’s wheel yourself.
Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: Zayden Suits Hotel

ANTALYA (2 NIGHTS)
DAY 6: CAPPADOCIA – ANTALYA

Transport: Drive to Antalya (6 Hrs)
Activity: Enroute stop at Konya to explore famous local foods, visit Konya Mevlana Museum – school of whirling dervishes. (1,5 hrs)
Arrive Antalya, & visit the Old Town (1 hour)
Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: Ring Downtown Hotel

DAY 7: ANTALYA

Activity: Excursion to Perge – one of the largest ancient cities in the Pamphylia region (7-8 Hrs) Start Time: 8:30 AM
Attractions:
- Enter by passing through the arch of the Roman Gate to be greeted by an amphitheater, the Hellenistic Gate (quite well preserved) and richly decorated remains of the city wall, and much more.
Attractions:
- Cable Car ride – you will see a spectacular view of Antalya and get fresh air with the scent of pine trees, all while being able to take amazing pictures of the skyline.
Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: Ring Downtown Hotel

PAMUKKALE (1 NIGHT)
DAY 8: PAMUKKALE

Transport: Drive to Pamukkale (3.5 Hrs) Start Time: 8 AM
Activity: Visit Pamukkale Hot Springs
Attractions:
- Cotton-colored travertines and the ancient city of Hierapolis & Enjoy a therapeutic hot spring soak (Visit with free time in the travertines about 3,5 hours / Arrive hotel about 17:00)
Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: Tripolis Hotel

KUSADASI (1 NIGHT)
DAY 9: PAMUKKALE – KUSADASI

Transport: Drive to Kusadasi (3 Hrs) Pick up: 8 AM
Activity: City tour of Kusadasi (4-5 hrs)’
Attractions:
- Library of Celsus, the Temples of Hadrian and Artemis, and the vast Great Theater.
- Walk through the excavated ruins in Ephesus, Carpet weaving school, Leather Production Center, Temple of Artemis & Local winery
Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel

Day 10: KUSADASI – IZMIR

Transport: Drop at Izmir Airport
Meal: Breakfast

END OF TOUR

Note:

The above given tours & durations are indicative & are subject to change
Admission tickets & Tours once booked are non-refundable and non-transferable
In the case hotels mentioned are unavailable, we will provide similar alternate properties, and any change in the cost will be advised
For all SIC Tours the passengers have to join from a designated point which will be advised upon confirmation
Hotel Check-in time is 15:00 Hrs and Check-out is 11:00 hrs (Early Check In & Late Check Out is on Request ONLY – NOT A GUARANTEE)
Baggage Allowance – 1 Check-in Bag & 1 Cabin Bag per person.

Exclusions:

City taxes to be paid directly at the hotel
Tips to driver & local guides
Porterage service
International & Domestic Flights

Terms & Conditions

A non-refundable 50% per person deposit will be required for all Land Arrangements.
Final Payment is due 60 Days prior to departure.
If your confirmed arrangements include a flight (Full Payment for the flights must be made).
Upon receipt, if you believe any details in the booking are wrong you must advise us immediately (within 24 Hours) as changes made after will have Penalties & Fees.
The balance of the cost of your arrangements (including any applicable surcharge) is due not less than 60 days prior to scheduled departure (unless otherwise specified prior to payment). If we do not receive this balance in full and on time, we reserve the right to treat your booking as canceled by you in which case the cancellation charges as applicable will become payable.

Cancellation Policy
If You Cancel Your Package Booking Before Departure:
Period Before Departure Cancellation Fee per Person
60 Days or More Deposit Only
31 – 59 Days 50% of Total cost or deposit – whichever is greater
30 Days or Less 100% of Total Holiday Cost
Travel Insurance is Highly Recommended at the time of booking / Deposit

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