Discover Istanbul’s Timeless Beauty

• Visit the Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine and Ottoman architecture.
• Explore the Blue Mosque, known for its intricate tilework.
• Walk through the Hippodrome, the center of Byzantine social life.
• Tour the Topkapi Palace, home to Ottoman sultans, including its treasury and harem.
• End the day at the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest covered markets in the world.

Lunch: Traditional Turkish meal.

Accommodation: Overnight in Istanbul

Explore Istanbul’s Vibrant Waters and Bazaars

• Take a scenic Bosphorus Cruise, showcasing Istanbul’s skyline, mansions, and bridges.
• Visit the Spice Bazaar, brimming with Turkish delights, teas, and spices.
• Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore Istanbul or relax at your hotel.

Accommodation: Overnight in Istanbul

Immerse Yourself in Istanbul’s Cultural Heritage

• Explore the historic neighborhoods of Fener and Balat:
  • Wander through narrow streets lined with colorful houses.
  • Visit the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, the center of Orthodox Christianity.
  • See historic churches, synagogues, and Ottoman-era buildings.
• Enjoy time to take photos and immerse yourself in the cultural history of the area.

Accommodation: Overnight in Istanbul

Reflect on World War I History

• Travel to Gallipoli, visiting:
  • ANZAC Cove, the site of Australian and New Zealand troops´ landings.
  • Lone Pine Cemetery, a memorial to fallen soldiers.
  • Chunuk Bair, a key battlefield during the campaign.

Lunch: Regional Turkish cuisine.

Accommodation: Overnight in Canakkale

Step Into Ancient Mythology and History

• Explore Troy, the legendary city of the Trojan War:
  • See the replica Trojan Horse and the ancient ruins.
• Continue to Pergamon, an important cultural and medical center of antiquity:
  • Visit the Acropolis, featuring temples, a theater, and a library.
  • Tour the Asclepion, an ancient healing center.

Lunch: Enjoy a local meal in Pergamon.

Accommodation: Overnight in Kusadasi

Explore One of the Best-Preserved Roman Cities

• Visit Ephesus, a magnificent Roman city:
  • Walk along the Marble Streets, lined with ancient shops and houses.
  • Marvel at the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre.
  • Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, a sacred pilgrimage site.

Lunch: Enjoy Turkish cuisine in Ephesus.

Accommodation: Overnight in Kusadasi

Marvel at Nature’s White Paradise

• Travel to Pamukkale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site:
  • Walk along the travertine terraces, a surreal natural formation.
  • Explore Hierapolis, an ancient Roman spa city with a necropolis and theater.
  • Relax in Cleopatra’s Pool, a thermal spring surrounded by ancient ruins.

Lunch: Regional Pamukkale cuisine.

Evening: Drive to Antalya

Accommodation: Overnight in Antalya

Explore Antalya’s Natural and Historical Gems

• Tour Kaleiçi, Antalya’s Old Town:
  • Walk along cobblestone streets lined with Ottoman-style houses.
  • Visit Hadrian’s Gate, a triumphal Roman arch.
• Continue to the Düden Waterfalls, cascading dramatically into the Mediterranean Sea.

Accommodation: Overnight in Antalya

Uncover the Wonders of Ancient Anatolia

• Visit Perge, an ancient Roman city with a stadium and colonnaded streets.
• Explore Aspendos, home to one of the world’s best-preserved Roman theaters.
• Tour Side, an ancient harbor city with the Temple of Apollo overlooking the sea.

Accommodation: Overnight in Antalya

Arrive in the Land of Fairy Chimneys

• Take a morning flight to Cappadocia.
• Visit Uchisar Castle, the highest point in Cappadocia.
• Tour the Goreme Open-Air Museum, featuring ancient cave churches.
• Explore Pasabag (Monks Valley) and Avanos, a pottery-making town.

Accommodation: Overnight in Cappadocia

Discover Hidden Valleys and Underground Cities

• Visit an Underground City (Kaymakli or Derinkuyu).
• Hike through the Red and Rose Valleys, famous for their colorful rock formations.
• Admire the scenic beauty of Pigeon Valley, dotted with dovecotes.

Accommodation: Overnight in Cappadocia

Relax at the Capital of Turkey

• Drive to Ankara, Turkey’s capital.
• Spend the rest of the day at leisure to relax.

Accommodation: Overnight in Ankara

Discover Turkey’s Capital

• Visit Anıtkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, Turkey’s founding father.
• Tour the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, showcasing ancient artifacts.
• Fly back to Istanbul in the evening.

Accommodation: Overnight in Istanbul

Farewell Turkey

• After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Airport for your departure.