Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul – Transfer to Cappadocia

City: Cappadocia
Meals Included: Dinner

Itinerary:

• Arrival at Istanbul Ataturk Airport and transfer to Kayseri or Nevsehir.
• Meet the tour guide and transfer to the hotel.
• Relax and enjoy the evening in Cappadocia.

Overnight Stay: Cappadocia

Day 2: Exploring Cappadocia

City: Cappadocia
Attractions:

• Kaymakli Underground City
• Citadel of Uchisar
• Goreme Valley Open Air Museum
• Pasabag Valley
• Avanos
• Belly Dance Show at Cave Restaurant

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Itinerary:

• Visit the ancient Kaymakli Underground City and Citadel of Uchisar.
• Explore the Goreme Open Air Museum, home to cave churches with stunning frescoes.
• Discover the unique landscapes of Pasabag Valley and Avanos, famous for pottery.
• End the day with a traditional Belly Dance Show at a cave restaurant.

Overnight Stay: Cappadocia

Day 3: Cappadocia to Konya

City: Konya
Attractions:

• Mevlana Museum
• Sultanhani Caravansary

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Itinerary:

• Travel along the ancient Silk Road, stopping at Sultanhani Caravansary.
• Visit the Mevlana Museum, dedicated to the famous poet Rumi.

Overnight Stay: Konya

Day 4: Konya to Pamukkale

City: Pamukkale
Attractions:

• Travertines (White Calcium Terraces)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Itinerary:

• Travel to Pamukkale and visit its famous Travertines, a UNESCO-listed thermal spa.
• Enjoy the breathtaking sunset over the white terraces.

Overnight Stay: Pamukkale

Day 5: Pamukkale to Kusadasi

City: Kusadasi
Attractions:

• Ancient City of Hierapolis

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Itinerary:

• Explore the ruins of Hierapolis, including the Necropolis, Nymphaeum, and Main Street.
• Travel to Kusadasi for an overnight stay.

Overnight Stay: Kusadasi

Day 6: Kusadasi – Ephesus & Virgin Mary’s House

City: Kusadasi
Attractions:

• House of Virgin Mary
• Basilica of St. John
• Ephesus (Celcius Library, Hadrian’s Temple, Bouleterion, Prytaneum)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Itinerary:

• Visit Ephesus, one of the most well-preserved ancient cities in the world.
• Explore Virgin Mary’s House, where it is believed she spent her last years.
• See the Basilica of St. John and experience a leather goods fashion show.

Overnight Stay: Kusadasi

Day 7: Kusadasi – Sirince – Izmir

City: Izmir
Attractions:

• Greek Village of Sirince

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Itinerary:

• Explore Sirince, a charming Greek village known for its fruit wines.
• Visit a local carpet-weaving village to learn about Turkish craftsmanship.

Overnight Stay: Izmir

Day 8: Izmir – Pergamon – Canakkale

City: Canakkale
Attractions:

• Asclepion of Pergamon

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Itinerary:

• Visit the ancient healing center Asclepion of Pergamon, famous for its unique medical treatments.
• Continue the journey to Canakkale for an overnight stay.

Overnight Stay: Canakkale

Day 9: Canakkale – Troy – Gallipoli – Istanbul

City: Istanbul
Attractions:

• Troy (Famous for the Trojan Horse)
• Anzac Cove
• Beach Cemetery
• The Nek
• Courtney Steel Post and Queen’s Post

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Itinerary:

• Explore the ancient ruins of Troy, the legendary city of the Trojan War.
• Visit Anzac Cove and historic cemeteries from World War I.

Overnight Stay: Istanbul

Day 10: Istanbul City Tour

City: Istanbul
Attractions:

• St. Sophia Museum
• Hippodrome
• Nuruosmaniye Mosque
• Topkapi Palace
• Grand Bazaar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Itinerary:

• Visit the famous Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Hippodrome.
• Experience shopping at the Grand Bazaar.

Overnight Stay: Istanbul

Day 11: Istanbul – Bosphorus Cruise

City: Istanbul
Attractions:

• Spice Bazaar
• Bosphorus Cruise
• Beylerbeyi Palace
• Camlica Hill

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Itinerary:

• Explore the Spice Bazaar and enjoy a scenic Bosphorus Cruise.
• Visit Beylerbeyi Palace and take in panoramic views from Camlica Hill.

Overnight Stay: Istanbul

Day 12: Departure from Istanbul

City: Istanbul
Meals Included: Breakfast

Itinerary:

• Free time until transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for departure.
  
  

Inclusions:

✅ 11-night accommodation with breakfast, lunch, and dinner
✅ All sightseeing and private transfers
✅ Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
✅ Bosphorus Cruise experience

Exclusions:

❌ Airfare
❌ Personal expenses and tips
❌ Optional activities