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Walk in the footsteps of Suleyman the Magnificent, as you explore the far reaches of this astounding country. From Istanbul bridging the two continents to the Anatolian plateau to the sparkling shores of the Aegean, you will marvel at the variety and diversity of this land...
TURKEY TOUR Day 1 - Istanbul
Arrival at Istanbul airport, you will be met and transferred to your
hotel. Dinner at your hotel.
TURKEY TOUR Day 2 - Istanbul
Following the breakfast we drive to the 'Old City' where we will visit the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, famous for its delicate blue ceramic tiles and Saint Sophia. This church - turned mosque - turned museum takes the breath away with the sheer architectural size of its interior and magnificent dome and next we will visit the spectacular Topkapi Palace. Built on one of the seven hills of Istanbul, this huge complex commands views of the Sea of Marmara, the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. It was the seat of government for the Ottoman Empire for many centuries (1453-1852). Then, we will visit the Suleymaniye Mosque, built by master architect Sinan during the reign of Sultan Suleyman
the Magnificent, the Lawgiver. The last stop will be Grand Bazaar, with
nearly 4000 shops of antiques, jewelry, gold, carpets and leatherwear.
In the evening an optional dinner including Belly Dancing with Folklore Show is available upon request.
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TOUR Day 3 - Istanbul-Cappadocia
Early in the morning we will fly to Kayseri for the Cappadocia Valley in
the heart of the Anatolian Plateau, and marvel at the twisted lunar
landscape. Successive eruptions of a now-extinct volcano left the
plateau covered with volcanic tuff, which was transformed by intense
erosion into beautiful landscapes of cones, columns, and canyons.
Between the 4th and 13th centuries Christians hewed dwellings and
sanctuaries from the rock, totally incorporating the architecture into
the landscape.
TURKEY TOUR Day 4 - Cappadocia
Further exploration today includes the Valley of Fairy Chimneys, Goreme Valley, with its Byzantine rock churches, the city of Zelve and the subterranean city of Kaymakli. Overnight in Cappadocia.
TURKEY TOUR Day 5 - Cappadocia-Izmir
Following the breakfast we will drive to Kayseri Airport, where we'll take our direct flight to Izmir, the third biggest city of Turkey. Upon arrival in Izmir, we will proceed to the old section of Izmir called Kadifekale which was a bastion built by Alexander the Great when he moved the city to this commanding location over the Bay of Izmir. Following our panoramic Izmir tour and a tasty lunch in lively city center of Alsancak, we will get settled in your hotel. Dinner and overnight in Izmir.
 TURKEY TOUR Day 6 - Ephesus-Istanbul
Your full day tour of Ephesus includes visits to the Arcadian Way, the Marble Road, the Great Theater, the Library of Celcius, St. John's Basilica and the Shrine of Virgin Mary. Following the excursion we will drive to Izmir
Airport for our flight to Istanbul. Dinner and overnight in Istanbul.
TURKEY TOUR Day 7 - Istanbul
We will spend the day with exploring the city on our own.
An optional Bosphorus Cruise and Two Continents tour is available upon request.
TURKEY TOUR Day 8 - Istanbul
After breakfast, your tour host will escort you to the airport for your
flight home.
TOUR PRICES STARTING FROM USD.749 excluding flight
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