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Enchanting Istanbul – turkey
Turkey Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Turkey
Arrive at Istanbul Airport, where our representative will greet you and assist with your transfer
to the hotel. In the evening, enjoy a Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with soft drinks and live
entertainment. Arrive at IST Airport and meet our representative. Transfer to the hotel for
check-in. Enjoy a Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with scenic views, traditional dances, and a live DJ.

Admire famous landmarks like Dolmabahçe Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, and
Maiden Tower from the cruise. Drop-off at the hotel for an overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 2: Istanbul City Tour
Explore the historical heart of Istanbul, beginning with the Sultanahmet district, the city’s oldest
and most iconic area. Guests will be picked up from their hotels and taken to Sultanahmet. The
first stop is Hagia Sophia, where the tour guide explains its transformation from a church to a
mosque, then a museum, and back to a mosque. Next, pass by the Hippodrome of
Constantinople, where the Obelisk of Theodosius stands. Visit the Blue Mosque, known for its
stunning blue tiles. Continue to the Grand Bazaar, a bustling marketplace offering clothing,
souvenirs, spices, and local crafts. Along the way, see historical landmarks such as the Tomb of
Sultan Ahmet I, the Firuz Aga Mosque, and the exterior of the Tomb of Mehmed II. Enjoy a short
lunch break before visiting Topkapi Palace (entrance not included), the former residence of
Ottoman sultans. After the tour, guests will be dropped back at their hotels.
Day 3: Prince’s Island Tour
Experience the charm of Büyükada, the largest of the Prince’s Islands, with a scenic ferry ride.
Travel from the hotel to the port in an air-conditioned coach. Board the ferry and enjoy
breathtaking views of Topkapi Palace and the Maiden’s Tower en route to Büyükada. Upon
arrival, explore the island at your own pace, strolling through its charming streets and admiring
late Ottoman-era wooden mansions. Listen to stories from the guide about the island’s past as a
place of exile for royalty and its significance during the Byzantine-Christian period. Feed the
seagulls with simits (sesame bread) offered by the guide. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and
spend leisure time on the island. Later, meet the guide at the designated point to board the
ferry back to Istanbul. Upon arrival, return to the hotel by coach for an overnight stay.
Day 4: Istanbul to Antalya
Bid farewell to Istanbul as you head to Antalya for the next part of your journey. Breakfast will
be served at the hotel. After checking out, board the transfer to the airport for the flight to
Antalya. Upon arrival, meet the representative and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Spend the
rest of the day at leisure.
Day 5: Antalya City Tour
Discover the stunning natural beauty and historical landmarks of Antalya. The tour begins at
9:30 AM with a visit to Duden Waterfalls National Park, the most visited park in the region. Walk
through lush greenery and listen to the sound of cascading waterfalls. Enter a natural cave
behind the main waterfall for unique photo opportunities and walk along the turquoise-colored
river. Afterward, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Spend one to one-and-a-half hours exploring

the old town (Kaleici), home to famous landmarks like Hadrian’s Gate, Clock Tower, Kesik

Minaret, and ancient city walls dating back to the second century. Wander through narrow

cobblestone streets filled with boutiques, art galleries, and museums. Return to the hotel for an

overnight stay.

Day 6: Antalya – Pamukkale – Kusadasi

Travel to Pamukkale, a UNESCO-listed natural wonder, before continuing to Kusadasi. Guests will

be picked up from their hotel at 6:30 AM for the journey to Pamukkale. Explore Cotton Castle,

known for its pure white travertines and stepped water terraces formed by natural thermal

springs. Visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, which houses the largest Necropolis in Anatolia with

1,200 gravestones. See the Sacred Pool, where warm thermal waters ripple over submerged

Roman ruins (entrance not included). After lunch, continue the journey to Kusadasi. Check-in at

the hotel and enjoy an overnight stay.

Day 7: Kusadasi – Full Day Ephesus City Tour

Explore the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved classical cities of the

Mediterranean. Begin the day with a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be her

final resting place. Along the way, admire views of the Byzantine fortress in Selcuk and the

Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Arrive at Ephesus, where a

guided walking tour begins at the Magnesia Gate. Explore key sites, including the Temple of

Hadrian, Trajan Fountain, Odeon Theater, and Celsus Library with its grand Corinthian-style

columns. Visit the Great Theater, which once held 25,000 spectators and is still in use today.

Conclude the tour at the Temple of Artemis (Diana) before returning to the hotel for an

overnight stay.

Day 8: Fly Back Home

Conclude the Turkey adventure with a return flight home. Breakfast will be served at the hotel.

After checking out, transfer to the airport for the flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, board the

international flight home with unforgettable memories of Turkey.

Tour Highlights – Turkey

● Experience the magic of Istanbul, a city that bridges Europe and Asia.

● Enjoy a Bosphorus Dinner Cruise, featuring stunning skyline views, traditional dance

performances, and a live DJ.

● Explore the Hagia Sophia, an architectural marvel with a rich history spanning Christianity and Islam.

● Visit the Blue Mosque, famous for its intricate blue tilework and impressive domes.

● Discover the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s largest and oldest covered markets,

perfect for shopping and souvenirs.

● Walk through the Hippodrome of Constantinople, home to ancient obelisks and

historical monuments.

● Admire the Topkapi Palace (optional entrance), once the royal residence of Ottoman

sultans.

● Sail to Büyükada (Prince’s Island) and soak in its peaceful, car-free atmosphere and

stunning Ottoman architecture.

● Visit the Duden Waterfalls National Park in Antalya, a serene spot with cascading waters

and a natural cave behind the main waterfall.

● Explore the ancient city of Pamukkale, known for its white travertine terraces and

healing thermal waters.

● Wander through the ruins of Ephesus, including the magnificent Temple of Artemis and

the well-preserved Celsus Library.

● Pay homage at the House of Virgin Mary, a revered religious site nestled in the Solmissos Mountains