10-Day Enchanting Turkey Tour from Antalya **Free pick-up service** **Hotel breakfast**
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Tour Code: 689130
Departure City
Antalya
End City
Istanbul
Duration
10 days
Language
English Live
Tour Themes
Cultural & Historical
Cultural & Historical:Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities
Guide Type
Guided Tour
Guided Tour:Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity
Group Size
Standard Group Tour
Standard Group Tour:Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world
Activity Level
Moderate
Moderate:Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking
Highlights
• Entry tickets for: Aspendos's Roman theatre, the Greek Temple of Apollo in Side, Karaman's Tartan Evi, Gumusler Monastery, Kainacli's Underground city, the ethereal Goreme Valley, Uchisar, Ihlara Valley, the historic Caravanserai, Konya's Mevlana Mausoleum, Hierapolis in Pamukkale, the house of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of St. John, the Ruins of Ephesus, and the Suleiman the Great Mosque and Topkapi Palace in Istanbul
• 9 breakfasts and 6 dinners
• Head to Aspendos, to marvel at its well-preserved Roman theatre
• Immerse yourself in the incredible region of Cappadocia, famous for its moon-like landscapes
• Travel via a scenic route, stopping by the picturesque town of Egridir, nestled next to a large lake
• Visit Izmir, regarded as the most westernised city in Turkey in terms of values, ideology, and lifestyle
Itinerary
D1
Home - Antalya
Ring Downtown, Holiday Inn Lara, Best Western Khan or similar
B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Welcome to the beautiful continent of Europe! We greet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. Enjoy some free time before your guided tour starts. At around 5:00 pm, we'll briefly explore Antalya, a bustling coastal city that boasts the Adrian's Gate, the charming Ottoman district, and a magnificent waterfall cascading into the sea. End the day with dinner and rest in your hotel.
D2
Antalya - Aspendos - Nigde
Grand Hotel Nigde, Ramada By Wyndham Nigde or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Aspendos
Leaving Antalya, we'll head to Aspendos, to marvel at its well-preserved Roman theatre. Later, in Side, we appreciate the seaside Greek Temple of Apollo and take a leisurely stroll around the lively port and streets. Journey through the stunning Taurus Mountains and make a stop at Karaman to visit an old Ottoman mansion, Tartan Evi. The day concludes with dinner and accommodation in Nigde, in the region of Cappadocia.
D3
Nigde - Avanos
Avrasya, Double Tree By Hilton Avanos, Young Cave, Emin Kocaklar, Ramada Cappadocia, The Loop, Charm of Cappadocia, Suhan Cappadocia, By Cappadocia, Monark or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Immerse yourself in the incredible region of Cappadocia, famous for its moon-like landscapes, churches, and cave dwellings. We'll visit Gumusler Monastery, Kaymakli Underground City, and the Uchisar fortress. The day ends at the Goreme Valley, where you'll visit the open-air museum and churches etched into rocks. Overnight stay in Avanos.
D4
Avanos - Konya
Novotel Konya, Hilton Garden Konya or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Mevlana Museum
Explore the far end of Cappadocia, visiting the refreshing Ihlara Valley, famous for its churches and rock-carved villages. A brief stop at a 13th-century Caravanserai precedes our arrival in Konya, where we'll visit the Mausoleum of Mevlana and learn about the Dervishes (entrance included). Enjoy dinner, and optionally, attend a mesmerising Whirling Dervishes performance in the evening.
D5
Konya - Pamukkale
Lycus River, Spa Hotel Colossae Thermal, Richmond Pamukkale Thermal or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Pamukkale
Hierapolis
Travel via a scenic route, stopping by the picturesque town of Egridir, nestled next to a large lake. Enjoy lunch here before we proceed to Pamukkale-Hierapolis. Marvel at the Cotton Castle, a natural wonder formed by calcareous waters (entrance included).
D6
Pamukkale - Ephesus - Kusadasi
Carina, Neopol Deluxe, Ramada Encore By Wyndham Izmir, Anemon Aydin, By Aksu Thermal, Marina or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Ephesus
House of the Virgin Mary
Basilica Of Saint John
We're off to Ephesus, the best-preserved ancient city of Asia Minor. Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of Saint John, and the striking ruins of Ephesus (entrance included). Then, head to the lively coastal town of Kusadasi, known for its vibrant commercial life and quaint castle.
D7
Kusadasi - Izmir - Istanbul
Elite World Business, Ramada Plaza Tekstilkent, Double Tree by Hilton Piyalepasa, Movenpick Golden Horn, Delta Marriott Istanbul Kagithane, Clarion Golden Horn, Uranus, Hilton Istanbul Bakirkoy, Grand Cevahir or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Izmir
We'll visit Izmir, regarded as the most westernised city in Turkey in terms of values, ideology, and lifestyle. After a brief guided tour, return to inland Turkey, with a lunch stop en route to Bursa. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage-listed city with its traditional commercial districts, mosques, and public baths. Arrive in Istanbul at day's end.
D8
Istanbul
Elite World Business, Ramada Plaza Tekstilkent, Double Tree by Hilton Piyalepasa, Movenpick Golden Horn, Delta Marriott Istanbul Kagithane, Clarion Golden Horn, Uranus, Hilton Istanbul Bakirkoy, Grand Cevahir or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Hagia Sophia
Topkapi Palace
Embark on a sightseeing tour of Istanbul, a city bridging two continents. Enjoy a cable car ride up to the Pierre Loti viewpoint, visit the largest Mosque in Istanbul, the Suleyman Mosque, and admire the exterior of Hagia Sophia. Explore the Topkapi Palace, the administrative hub of the Ottoman Empire (tickets included). Spend the evening in Taksim, the city's most bustling district.
D9
Istanbul
Elite World Business, Ramada Plaza Tekstilkent, Double Tree by Hilton Piyalepasa, Movenpick Golden Horn, Delta Marriott Istanbul Kagithane, Clarion Golden Horn, Uranus, Hilton Istanbul Bakirkoy, Grand Cevahir or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise
Embark on a two-hour boat trip on the Bosphorus, exclusively for our travellers. Cruise under the bridges connecting Europe and Asia, admire the palaces of sultans, wooden houses, and Ottoman villas. Enjoy some free time at your leisure.
D10
Istanbul
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Post breakfast, we bid you goodbye, marking the end of our services. Enjoy the memories you've collected on this unforgettable journey.
Note: Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.
Meeting & Transfer Info
Transfer Info
* Departure Point: Antalya Airport.
Time limit for providing flight information:
Kindly submit your flight details at least 2 days in advance of the group joining date. Failure to do so may result in an unsuccessful arrangement of the transfer service.
What’s Included
Includes
9 nights of hotel accommodations
Pick-up service from Antalya Airport
Daily buffet breakfasts
Professional guidance in English
Overland travel
Basic travel insurance coverage
Exploration of Istanbul city
Boat ride: Sailing on the Bosphorus in Istanbul
Evening transfer to the lively Taksim Square in Istanbul
Entry tickets for: Aspendos's Roman theatre, the Greek Temple of Apollo in Side, Karaman's Tartan Evi, Gumusler Monastery, Kainacli's Underground city, the ethereal Goreme Valley, Uchisar, Ihlara Valley, the historic Caravanserai, Konya's Mevlana Mausoleum, Hierapolis in Pamukkale, the house of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of St. John, the Ruins of Ephesus, and the Suleiman the Great Mosque and Topkapi Palace in Istanbul
Funicular ride to Pierre Loti viewpoint in Istanbul
6 dinners in: Antalya, NIGDE, CAPADOCIA, KONYA, PAMUKKALE, and Kusadasi
Excludes
Airfare or transport related to your home city and the city of departure
Airport drop-off at the end of the journey
All personal expenses including but not limited to hotel room service and meals; however, you may choose to pay for meals arranged by the tour guide
Entrance fees and optional tours (Note: prices can vary by season and the final price is only confirmed at the ticket booth or box office)
Special Notes
Cancellation policy:
* 10 days or more before departure: 5% of the total tour fee;
* 0 - 9 Days prior to Departure Date: 100% of the total tour fee.
Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in. The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service. This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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Pricing Info
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Price for child applies when a child of 3-6 stays as the third people in one standard hotel room.
* Infant: 0-2
* Minimum 2 pax reservation.
Booking Info
Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.
Terms & Conditions
Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
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