Best Turkey Tour to Ephesus and Cappadocia from Istanbul
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Best Turkey Tour to Ephesus and Cappadocia from Istanbul
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14 Mar
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15 Mar
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16 Mar
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8-Day Turkey Tour Package
Duration: 8 days
Manual confirmation
No cancellation
Pickup included
From
NZD 9,944
Highlights
This 8-day Turkey private tour enables travelers to see the best of Turkey during a relatively short time. Appreciate various architecture carved in rocks in Cappadocia, absorb the historical culture in the ancient city - Ephesus and feel the vibrant atmosphere in Istanbul. English speaking tour guide and comfortable transfer are included, so you just enjoy the trip.
Itinerary
Arrival in Istanbul, Airport Pick-up
Istanbul
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeUpon your arrival in Istanbul airport, a local representative will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel. The rest of the day will be left for you to recover from jet lag.- AccommodationsYasmak Sultan (4 stars) or similar
Istanbul Old City tour
TopkapI Palace
1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThe guided sightseeing starts with the Topkapi Palace where shows the powers of Ottoman Empire.Hippodrome
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThen the guide will lead you to visit the ancient Hippodrome, which is now a public square, and only three monuments still stand there.Blue Mosque
40 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedNext turns to the nearby Blue Mosque is named so because it is decorated by over 20,000 blue and white İznik tiles inside; this round-roof building is also a landmark of the city.Ayasofya
1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedIn the afternoon, continue to visit Hagia Sophia Museum which is a unique example of religious architecture combining Christian and Islamic style.Grand Bazaar
1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeAfter, spend the rest time of this afternoon at the bustling shopping mart, Grand Bazaar. Dated to 1461, it is one of the world’s oldest markets. The commodities here mainly include jewelry, candies, lights, porcelains and carpets. After today's sightseeing, your guide will escort you back to the hotel.- AccommodationsYasmak Sultan (4 stars) or similarFood And DrinksBreakfastLunch
Bosphorus Cruise, Fly to Izmir & Transfer to Kusadasi
Bosphorus Strait
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedAfter breakfast, you will embark on a boat for an amazing cruise on Bosphorus River, during which you will see the Dolmabahce Palace, churches, mosques, graveyards and Bosphorus Bridge along the river. It will last for about 2 hours.Izmir
4 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAfter tour, transfer you to airport. Fly to Izmir. Upon landing, you will be picked up and transferred to the hotel in Kusadasi where you will spend two nights. The rest of day is free for you explore the charming coastal town.- AccommodationsIlayda Avantgarde Hotel (4 stars) or similarFood And DrinksBreakfastLunch
Full day tour of Ephesus
Ancient City of Ephesus
8 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedToday you will have a full day sightseeing in Ephesus. There, you will see quite a lot historical sites, such as Temple of Hadrian, Celsus Library, Roman Baths and Grand Theater. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to visit Artemis Temple. It is one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Sadly, only a column stands there nowadays, surrounded by some rocky ruins. Then, pay a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, where Virgin Mary spent her last time of life. When today's visits end, transfer you back to the hotel.- AccommodationsDouble Tree by Hilton Hotel (4 stars) or similarFood And DrinksBreakfastLunch
Fly to Cappadocia
Cappadocia
4 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAfter breakfast, your driver will pick you up and send you to Izmir airport for you to take the flight to Cappadocia. If the direct flight is not available, we'll help you to transfer in Istanbul. Upon arrival, your local driver will be waiting for you at the exit of the airport, holding a welcome board with your name on, and send you to the hotel. The rest of the day is for your own plan.- AccommodationsCave Suites, Cappadocia or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Northern Cappadocia Tour
Goreme Open-Air Museum
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedToday, your local guide will accompany you to explore the northern Cappadocia. The first stop will be Goreme Open Air Museum, which is a UNESCO World Cultural and Landscape Heritage with nearly 1,000 cave churches and monasteries.Pasabag
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedThen, you will go to Pasabag, also called Monks Valley, to see the interesting rock formations looking like mushrooms and fairy chimneys.Devrent Valley
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedIn the afternoon, drive through the Imagination Valley to visit the Devrent Valley, where many natural rocks in animal shapes lie.Love Valley Cappadocia
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAt last, on the way back to the hotel, pass through Love Valley for you to admire the incredible night views of Cappadocia.- AccommodationsCave Suites, Cappadocia or similarFood And DrinksBreakfastLunch
Southern Cappadocia Tour, Fly to Istanbul
Kaymakli Underground City
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedAfter breakfast in hotel, the southern Cappadocia tour will begin with the visit to the Derinkuyu Underground City, one of the deepest underground cities of Cappadocia which can accommodate as many as 20,000 people.Ihlara Valley
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedThe second stop of today will be the beautiful Lhlara Valley. There, your guide will escort you to hike for 3-4 km (1.9-2.5 mi) to explore the small rock-cut churches along the river. Around noon, enjoy lunch in a local restaurant in Belisirma, a small village along the Melendiz Stream.Selime Monastery
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedIn the afternoon, get to Selime Monastery, the largest rock cathedral in Cappadocia.Pigeon Valley
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedPigeon Valley will be our last stop today, where you will have a chance to take the wonderful photos of groups of caves like pigeon nests and unusual wind-erosion landform.Istanbul
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeFinally at the end of the day, you will be transferred to the airport to take the return flight to Istanbul. Arriving in the late evening, your local driver will pick you up and send you to the hotel safely.- AccommodationsYasmak Sultan (4 stars) or similarFood And DrinksBreakfastLunch
Departure from Istanbul
Istanbul
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAccording to the schedule of your leaving flight, your driver will transfer you to the airport by the private car and see you off.- Food And DrinksBreakfast
What's included
INCLUDED
Transfers in private A/C vehicle with experienced driver.
Service of English speaking guides per itinerary.
Lunch (5)
Breakfast (7)
Domestic flight fare of Istanbul/ Izmir and Ephesus/ Cappadocia/ Istanbul.
Hotel accommodation based on twin-sharing room
NOT INCLUDED
Gratuities to guides and drivers (recommended)
Turkey Visa Fee.
International flight into and out Istanbul.
Personal travel insurance.
Not suitable for people over 80 years old.
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Location
Address
Istanbul, Turkiye
Provider
Travel China Guide
From
NZD 9,944
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