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Turkey is country located in Western Asia with small part of it falling on Balkan Peninsula in Southeast Europe. The region of current Turkey has seen inhabitation of several civilizations throughout its history which includes Assyrians, Greeks, Thracians, Phrygians, Urartians, and Armenians. The history of region of current Republic of Turkey can be understood by knowing the history of Anatolia, the Asian part of Turkey and Eastern Thrace, the European part of Turkey. Modern time Turkey had Seljuk Empire in the medieval times and Ottoman Empire after that which ruled for 700 years from 13th century which collapsed only after World War I and Republic of Turkey was founded in 1923. So, the history of the land is fascinating and this is the reason why Tourism in Turkey is also mainly around historical sites. But your Turkey Tours is not limited to just historical sites as the country also has several seaside resorts alongside Aegean and Mediterranean Sea coasts. Today, Turkey is famous as a tourist destination for cultural heritage, various popular sights, spa and health care.
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Day 01: Istanbul – Cappadocia
- Arrival to Istanbul New Airport and directly take a domestic flight to Cappadocia.
- Upon arrival, meet &greet and transfer to your hotel by regular transfer.
- Dinner at Hotel.
- Overnight in Cappadocia. (D)
Day 02: Cappadocia
- Breakfast at the hotel, departure from the hotel for FD Goreme City Tour.
- Firstly, you will stop to take photos at Uc Guzeller which are famed fairy chimneys in Cappadocia.
- Next, visit to DEVRENT VALLEY has various types of fairy chimneys. Among these are those with caps, cones, mushroom like forms pillar and pointed rocks. We will take a walk through this amazing valley.
- Drive to AVANOS which is known for the pottery, a craft dating back to the Hittite period. The red clay which is worked by local craftsmen comes from the residue in the Kizilirmak river. The Kizilirmak, which divides Avanos into two, is Anatolia’s longest river.
- And we will have a rest to have lunch at Indian restaurant.
- After having lunch, we will proceed to GOREME OPEN AIR MUSEUM where this religious education was started. You will visit the churhces, chapels and monasteries carved into the fairy chimmeys from the 10th to the 13th centuries with frescos painted on the walls. Before we take you to your hotels, we will have a rest to take some photos in UCHISAR CASTLE and ESENTEPE. After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia. (BLD)
Day 03: Cappadocia – Istanbul
- After breakfast at the hotel, regular transfer to Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport for our flight to Istanbul New Airport.
- Upon arrival, transfer to city center for having Indian Lunch.
- Half Day Morning Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise & Spice Market Tour. From the awe-inspiring Dolmabahce Palace to the ancient Walls of Constantine and onto the Topkapi Palace, experience the best views the city has to offer while enjoying a wonderfull cruise along the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. A journey along the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn with Istanbul Cruise will give you a unique insight into the great city’s history. Our cruise and tour ends in Eminonu Pier where the cruise started.
- Dinner at Indian Restaurant.
- Overnight in Istanbul. (BLD)
Day 04: Istanbul
- Breakfast at the hotel and than meet the guide at the lobby of your hotel for Full Day Istanbul Classics and Highlights Tour. You will begin the day with Roman Hippodrome, where the chariot races were organised by the Romans and Byzantines. Blue Mosque-the only mosque with six minarets and its surroundings will be our next place to visit.
- Next, you will see the German Fountain – a gift of Kaiser Wilhelm 2. And listen the stories of his liaison with the orient. Hagia Sophia – The Church of Divine Wisdom is the highlight of this day. Following the visits your guide will take you the Grand Bazaar for demonstration of Turkish Handicrafts. Than, Topkapı Museum is the big one…the most important museum of Turkey and the Balkan Peninsula. It is an incomparably rich treasure-chest, brimming with things of historical importance. First, second, third and fourth courtyards; the Audience Hall, Divan-the High Court, Historical Kitchens, Royal Stables, the Treasury, gardens, kiosks…Probably the best commentary on Ottoman History, art and its culture is simply to come direct to the First Courtyard of this amazing Palace.
- Next place to see is Hagia Irene Church (from outside). Our final place of interest are Caferaga Medrese and Sogukcesme Street. To see these things with a great guide…well, you will never be quite the same again.
- Dinner at Indian Restaurant.
- Overnight in Istanbul. (BLD)
Day 05: Istanbul – Home
- After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Istanbul New Airport for your flight back to home.
- 04 Nights stay at the mentioned hotels or similar in each city
- Daily breakfast at the hotels except on arrival day
- 02 x Lunch at Local Restaurant
- 03x Lunch at Indian Restaurant
- 02x Dinner at Indian Restaurant
- Sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Museum Enterances
- Airport Transfers
- English Speaking Guide
- Parking Fees & Tolls
- All VATS at Istanbul
Exclusions:
- International & Domestic Airfare with Taxes
- Any expenses of personal nature
- Tips and porterage
- Surcharges as applicable
- Any services not mentioned in the inclusions list
- Visa Fees and Travel Insurance
- Drinks at meals
- GST 5%
Notes For Visiting Places:
- Hagia Sophia is closed on Mondays/Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. It will be replaced with CHORA MUSEUM.
- Dolmabahce Palace Museum is closed on Mondays & Thursdays. It will be replaced with CHORA MUSEUM.
- Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays. It will be replaced with Spice Market or Sultanahmet Shopping Break.
- Blue Mosque is closed on Fridays until 2 PM. We visit after 2 PM or it will be replaced Caferaga Medresseh.
General Notes:
- We don’t hold any hotel rooms at this time.
- We offer above hotels /or same similar class another hotels upon availability.
- NEW Airport (IST) in Istanbul are based for the operations. Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) Airport subject to supplement cost.