10-Day Enchanting Turkey Tour from Antalya

Product Code: 689130

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    Entry tickets for: Aspendos's Roman theatre, the Greek Temple of Apollo in Side, Karaman's Tartan Evi, Gumusler Monastery, Kainacli's Underground city, the ethereal Goreme Valley, Uchisar, Ihlara Valley, the historic Caravanserai, Konya's Mevlana Mausoleum, Hierapolis in Pamukkale, the house of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of St. John, the Ruins of Ephesus, and the Suleiman the Great Mosque and Topkapi Palace in Istanbul
    9 breakfasts and 6 dinners
    • Head to Aspendos, to marvel at its well-preserved Roman theatre
    • Immerse yourself in the incredible region of Cappadocia, famous for its moon-like landscapes
    • Travel via a scenic route, stopping by the picturesque town of Egridir, nestled next to a large lake
    • Visit Izmir, regarded as the most westernised city in Turkey in terms of values, ideology, and lifestyle
Tour Code
689130
Duration
10 day
Departure City
Antalya
End City
Istanbul
Language
English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Standard Group Tour

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

Day 01
Antalya

Home - Antalya

Hotel: Ring Downtown / Holiday Inn Lara / Best Western Khan or similar

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Welcome to the beautiful continent of Europe! We greet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Enjoy some free time before your guided tour starts. At around 5:00 pm, we'll briefly explore Antalya, a bustling coastal city that boasts the Adrian's Gate, the charming Ottoman district, and a magnificent waterfall cascading into the sea. End the day with dinner and rest in your hotel.

Meal

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Day 02
Cappadocia

Antalya - Aspendos - Nigde

Hotel: Grand Hotel Nigde / Ramada By Wyndham Nigde or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Leaving Antalya, we'll head to Aspendos, to marvel at its well-preserved Roman theatre. Later, in Side, we appreciate the seaside Greek Temple of Apollo and take a leisurely stroll around the lively port and streets. Journey through the stunning Taurus Mountains and make a stop at Karaman to visit an old Ottoman mansion, Tartan Evi. The day concludes with dinner and accommodation in Nigde, in the region of Cappadocia.

Visiting Attractions

  • Aspendos Aspendos

Meal

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Day 03
Cappadocia

Nigde - Avanos

Hotel: Avrasya / Double Tree By Hilton Avanos / Young Cave / Emin Kocaklar / Ramada Cappadocia / The Loop / Charm of Cappadocia / Suhan Cappadocia / By Cappadocia / Monark or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Immerse yourself in the incredible region of Cappadocia, famous for its moon-like landscapes, churches, and cave dwellings. We'll visit Gumusler Monastery, Kaymakli Underground City, and the Uchisar fortress. The day ends at the Goreme Valley, where you'll visit the open-air museum and churches etched into rocks. Overnight stay in Avanos.

Meal

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Day 04
Cappadocia

Avanos - Konya

Hotel: Novotel Konya / Hilton Garden Konya or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Explore the far end of Cappadocia, visiting the refreshing Ihlara Valley, famous for its churches and rock-carved villages. A brief stop at a 13th-century Caravanserai precedes our arrival in Konya, where we'll visit the Mausoleum of Mevlana and learn about the Dervishes (entrance included). Enjoy dinner, and optionally, attend a mesmerising Whirling Dervishes performance in the evening.

Visiting Attractions

  • Mevlana Museum Mevlana Museum

Meal

  • B:Included
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Day 05

Konya - Pamukkale

Hotel: Lycus River / Spa Hotel Colossae Thermal / Richmond Pamukkale Thermal or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Travel via a scenic route, stopping by the picturesque town of Egridir, nestled next to a large lake. Enjoy lunch here before we proceed to Pamukkale-Hierapolis. Marvel at the Cotton Castle, a natural wonder formed by calcareous waters (entrance included).

Visiting Attractions

  • Pamukkale Pamukkale
  • Hierapolis Hierapolis

Meal

  • B:Included
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Day 06
Kusadasi

Pamukkale - Ephesus - Kusadasi

Hotel: Carina / Neopol Deluxe / Ramada Encore By Wyndham Izmir / Anemon Aydin / By Aksu Thermal / Marina or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

We're off to Ephesus, the best-preserved ancient city of Asia Minor. Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of Saint John, and the striking ruins of Ephesus (entrance included). Then, head to the lively coastal town of Kusadasi, known for its vibrant commercial life and quaint castle.

Visiting Attractions

  • Ephesus Ephesus
  • House of the Virgin Mary House of the Virgin Mary
  • Basilica Of Saint John Basilica Of Saint John

Meal

  • B:Included
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  • D:Excluded
Day 07
Istanbul

Kusadasi - Izmir - Istanbul

Hotel: Elite World Business / Ramada Plaza Tekstilkent / Double Tree by Hilton Piyalepasa / Movenpick Golden Horn / Delta Marriott Istanbul Kagithane / Clarion Golden Horn / Uranus / Hilton Istanbul Bakirkoy / Grand Cevahir or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

We'll visit Izmir, regarded as the most westernised city in Turkey in terms of values, ideology, and lifestyle. After a brief guided tour, return to inland Turkey, with a lunch stop en route to Bursa. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage-listed city with its traditional commercial districts, mosques, and public baths. Arrive in Istanbul at day's end.

Visiting Attractions

  • Izmir Izmir

Meal

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Day 08
Istanbul

Istanbul

Hotel: Elite World Business / Ramada Plaza Tekstilkent / Double Tree by Hilton Piyalepasa / Movenpick Golden Horn / Delta Marriott Istanbul Kagithane / Clarion Golden Horn / Uranus / Hilton Istanbul Bakirkoy / Grand Cevahir or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Embark on a sightseeing tour of Istanbul, a city bridging two continents. Enjoy a cable car ride up to the Pierre Loti viewpoint, visit the largest Mosque in Istanbul, the Suleyman Mosque, and admire the exterior of Hagia Sophia. Explore the Topkapi Palace, the administrative hub of the Ottoman Empire (tickets included). Spend the evening in Taksim, the city's most bustling district.

Visiting Attractions

  • Hagia Sophia Hagia Sophia
  • Topkapi Palace Topkapi Palace

Meal

  • B:Included
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  • D:Excluded
Day 09
Istanbul

Istanbul

Hotel: Elite World Business / Ramada Plaza Tekstilkent / Double Tree by Hilton Piyalepasa / Movenpick Golden Horn / Delta Marriott Istanbul Kagithane / Clarion Golden Horn / Uranus / Hilton Istanbul Bakirkoy / Grand Cevahir or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Embark on a two-hour boat trip on the Bosphorus, exclusively for our travellers. Cruise under the bridges connecting Europe and Asia, admire the palaces of sultans, wooden houses, and Ottoman villas. Enjoy some free time at your leisure.

Visiting Attractions

  • Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise

Meal

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Day 10
Istanbul

Istanbul

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Post breakfast, we bid you goodbye, marking the end of our services. Enjoy the memories you've collected on this unforgettable journey.

Meal

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Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Pick-up Details / Transfers

Departure Point: Antalya Airport.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • 9 nights of hotel accommodations
    • Pick-up service from Antalya Airport
    • Daily buffet breakfasts
    • Professional guidance in English
    • Overland travel
    • Basic travel insurance coverage
    • Exploration of Istanbul city
    • Boat ride: Sailing on the Bosphorus in Istanbul
    • Evening transfer to the lively Taksim Square in Istanbul
    • Entry tickets for: Aspendos's Roman theatre, the Greek Temple of Apollo in Side, Karaman's Tartan Evi, Gumusler Monastery, Kainacli's Underground city, the ethereal Goreme Valley, Uchisar, Ihlara Valley, the historic Caravanserai, Konya's Mevlana Mausoleum, Hierapolis in Pamukkale, the house of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of St. John, the Ruins of Ephesus, and the Suleiman the Great Mosque and Topkapi Palace in Istanbul
    • Funicular ride to Pierre Loti viewpoint in Istanbul
    • 6 dinners in: Antalya, NIGDE, CAPADOCIA, KONYA, PAMUKKALE, and Kusadasi

Package Excludes

    • Airfare or transport related to your home city and the city of departure
    • Airport drop-off at the end of the journey
    • All personal expenses including but not limited to hotel room service and meals; however, you may choose to pay for meals arranged by the tour guide
    • Entrance fees and optional tours (Note: prices can vary by season and the final price is only confirmed at the ticket booth or box office)

Special Notes

    • Cancellation policy:
      * 10 days or more before departure: 5% of the total tour fee;
      * 0 - 9 Days prior to Departure Date: 100% of the total tour fee. 
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Price for child applies when a child of 3-6 stays as the third people in one standard hotel room.
* Infant: 0-2
* Minimum 2 pax reservation.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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