Day 1 - Fly to Izmir & Ephesus Tour
Meal: Lunch
04:00 ─ Our driver will come to your hotel in Istanbul for the transfer service.
Transfer to the airport.
07:00 ─ You will fly to Izmir Airport from Istanbul. (Flight details may change according to date and season)
08:00 ─ Landing to the Izmir Airport.
You will be transferred to the Ephesus Ancient City and the tour starts.
- Ephesus Ancient City: Walk through history in one of the most well-preserved ancient cities in the world.
- Marble streets: Stroll along the ancient streets paved with marble, experiencing the grandeur of the past.
- The Odeon: Discover the ancient theater where concerts and political debates once took place.
- The Agora: Explore the marketplace where merchants and locals gathered for trade and socializing.
- The Temple of Hadrian: Admire the beautifully preserved temple dedicated to the Roman emperor Hadrian.
- The Monumental Fountains: Marvel at the intricate fountains that adorned the city streets.
- The Library of Celsius: Stand in awe of the grand facade of one of the most famous libraries of the ancient world.
- The Great Amphitheatre: Imagine the roar of the crowds in the largest ancient theater in Anatolia.
- The Roman Baths: Experience the luxurious bathing rituals of ancient Romans in the well-preserved baths.
- House of Virgin Mary: Visit the peaceful pilgrimage site believed to be the final home of the Virgin Mary.
- Temple Of Artemis: Witness the remnants of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- Isabey Mosque: Admire the beautiful architecture of this historical mosque, a masterpiece of Islamic art and culture.
16:00 ─ When the tour ends, we will transfer you to your hotel in Kusadasi.
Stay overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 2 - Pamukkale Day Tour
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
08:00 ─ After the breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up and transferred to Pamukkale. And the Pamukkale tour begins.
- Famous Pamukkale: Explore the iconic white calcium terraces, a natural wonder formed over millennia.
- White Calcium Terraces: Marvel at the surreal landscape of cascading mineral-rich pools, known for their therapeutic properties.
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Step back in time as you wander through the ruins of this ancient Greco-Roman city, known for its well-preserved structures.
- Cleopatra Antique Pool: Take a refreshing dip in the legendary thermal pool where Cleopatra is believed to have bathed.
- The Temple of Apollo: Admire the majestic remains of the ancient temple dedicated to the god of the sun, a testament to Pamukkale’s historical significance.
16:00 ─ The Pamukkale day tour will be ended.
You will be transferred to your hotel in Pamukkale.
Stay overnight in Pamukkale.
Day 3 - Bus to Antalya & Free Day
Meal: Breakfast
You will have breakfast at the hotel.
10:00 ─ You will be transferred to the Pamukkale Bus Station. Bus departure time is changeable according to the season and availability
You will have a bus trip to Antalya which will take 3,5 hours to arrive.
14:15 ─ You will arrive at Antalya Bus Station.
Upon your arrival in Antalya, you will be transferred to your hotels.
The rest of the day is free. You can explore the amazing sights of Antalya yourself.
Stay overnight in Antalya.
Day 4 - Perge, Aspendos, Side Tour
Meal: Breakfast an Lunch
08:00 ─ After the breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up and transferred to the Ancient City of Perge.
- Perge Ancient City: Immerse yourself in the well-preserved ruins of Perge, once a prosperous ancient city with impressive structures such as theaters, stadiums, and baths.
- Aspendos Ancient City: Explore the ancient ruins of Aspendos, renowned for its magnificent theater, one of the best-preserved examples of Roman theater architecture in the world.
- Side Ancient City: Wander through the fascinating archaeological site of Side, where ancient ruins blend seamlessly with the modern town, offering insights into its rich history as a prominent port city.
17:00 ─ The Perge, Aspendos, and Side tour will be ended.
We will transfer to your hotel in Antalya.
Stay overnight in Antalya.
Day 5 - Free Day in Antalya & Overnight Bus to Cappadocia
Meal: Breakfast
Today is the free day in Antalya. After your breakfast, you can discover Antalya until 19:00.
19:00 ─ You will be transferred to the Antalya Bus Station. (Bus details may change according to date and season)
20:45 ─ You will have a bus trip to Antalya which will take around 9 hours. (The bus trip has breaks for your personal needs.)
Overnight bus trip to Cappadocia.
Day 6 - Arrival in Cappadocia & Free Day
Meal: No Meal
07:00 ─ You will arrive at the Kapadokya Bus Station.
You will be transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia.
The rest of the day is free. You can explore Cappadocia by your own after resting at your hotel. Or, you can join optional activities like ATV, Horse riding, Turkish Dinner & Night Show.
Stay overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 7 - Cappadocia Red Tour
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
09:30 ─ After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the Cappadocia tour area.
You will visit these sights:
- Devrent Valley: Devrent Valley is a special valley where very different fairy chimney formations can be observed.
- Monks Valley: You can be sure that you will enjoy trekking along the roads through the fairy chimneys. The valley is a position where you can see the intensely interesting masters of the fairy chimneys.
- Avanos: Avanos has an important place in Cappadocia with its history dating back to at least 4000 years ago.
- Goreme Panoramic: Cappadocia has worldwide prestige for its cultural and spontaneous beauties. Fairy chimneys, emplacements carved into the rocks, exceptional soil structure, valleys reflecting the dance of colors, and cave hotels that have witnessed history, give this destination a well-deserved recognition. Goreme’s panoramic viewing point charms those who want to watch the beauties of Cappadocia and the sunrise and sunset with its liberality.
- Zelve Open Air Museum: Almost every rock block has churches, chapels, dining halls, and living spaces.
- Uchisar: It has been used to hide hidden secret ways in the castle. At the top of the castle are three graves. Since Uchisar Castle is one of the highest residential areas, it is possible to watch the whole region from here.
17:00 ─ The Cappadocia day tour will be over.
Stay overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 8 - Cappadocia Yellow Tour & Fly to Istanbul
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
09:30 ─ After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Then, you will be picked up from your hotels and transferred to the Cappadocia Yellow Tour area.
- Red Valley: The valley, housed in the majority of the red-tuff-rock formations in the region, is reddish with sunsets, offering a unique view that is frequently visited by local and foreign tourists wanting to watch the sunset.
- Rose Valley: The Rose Valley, located between Goreme and Cavusin Village, is also famous for its fairy chimneys in Goreme. At the same time, the valley, which is a magnificent trekking area, extends over Meskendir Valley past 4 km.
- Cavusin: It is very important for people who have lived in the region that the natural structure formed by the burning of the lava from the volcanoes is in three aspects.
- Underground City: The construction of the underground city started during the Hittite and Phrygian civilization periods. For over 1500 years, underground cities have been used for various purposes.
17:00 ─ The Cappadocia Yellow tour ends.
You will be transferred to the Nevsehir or Kayseri Airport. (Departure point can be changed according to availability)
20:40 ─ You will fly from Cappadocia to Istanbul. (Flight time can be changed according to availability.)
21:50 ─ Arrival at Airport in Istanbul.
Our staff at the airport will welcome you.
Transfer to your hotel in Istanbul.
8 days the greatest Turkey package tour will be ended.
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