Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Istanbul / Kayseri / Cappadocia
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, connecting flight to Kayseri. You will be met by our representative at Kayseri Airport and transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia. Meet your guide for a short briefing before dinner and overnight at your hotel. Includes: (D).
Day 2: Cappadocia
A full day to tour the riches of this incredible "moonscape" of Cappadocia including the Goreme open-air Museum, with its dozens of painted cave-churches. The surrealistic geological formation of Cappadocia is one of the wonders of the world. It is the result of the natural forces during the intense volcanic activity. Then we will continue to the pottery making village of Avanos where you watch clay turning into a form of artwork. Later on visit a world famous Turkish hand-made carpet factory. Dinner and overnight. Includes: (B), (L), (D).
Day 3: Cappadocia / Istanbul
Today we visit the Kaymakli Underground City, a place early Christians hid from persecutors. Another highlight of today will be the Soganli Village, a remote community famous for dolls and housing some more rock churches. We will have our lunch at the village and spend some time with the villagers. You may ride a donkey on the narrow streets of the village or may experience a traditional wedding ceremony if there is one on that day. Evening flight to Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul. Includes: (B), (L).
Day 4: Istanbul
After breakfast you will depart for a full-day tour of Istanbul. Our first stop will be the Hippodrome, where chariot races were held and competitive athletic events took place during the Roman period. Then world famous St.Sophia - the great Byzantine Basilica built in the 6th century - following the Blue Mosque famous for its six minarets and magnificent interior blue tiles. Then you will enjoy a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe from Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, and further along, the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace. Includes: (B), (L), (D).
Day 5: Istanbul
Today you will visit the Topkapi Palace, the residence of Ottoman sultans housing richness of 700 years. Later on you will be browsing the Grand Bazaar. Free afternoon to explore the city on your own and overnight stay in Istanbul. Tonight there will be a farewell dinner. Includes: (B), (L), (D).
Day 6: Istanbul. Enjoy the beautiful city of Istanbul on your own. Free day at leisure. Includes: (B).
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
- Prices are per person in double occupancy
- Land-only prices do not include transfers.
- $50 Senior citizen discount for travelers over 65
Price Includes:
- 2 domestic flights within Turkey Airport / Hotel / Airport transfers
- Superior first-class hotel accommodations
- Most meals (total of 14 including 6 buffet breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners)
- All entrance fees to the sites included in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced our tour guide
- Land transportation by air-conditioned motor coach
- Travel Protection Plan (over $200 value)
- Travel documents kit (luggage tags, travel bag, neck-rest pillow, luggage strap, etc.)
Hotel upgrade is available
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Middle East
Turkey
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Archeology/History
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