Istanbul and Cappadocia Combined Tours in Turkey

DAY 1 ANKARA – CAPPADOCIA Welcome to Ankara Esenboga Airport which will take only 50 mins via domestic flight from Istanbul. Today we’ll depart for will be straight to moonscape Cappadocia where the works of man blend unobtrusively into the natural moonscape surroundings. Late at night we’ll arrive at Cappadocia transfer to the hotel and check–in. Brief information about whole tour and some does & don’ts. Take the advantage of Turkish Bath or sauna in order to get rid of the tiredness. [D]

DAY 2 CAPPADOCIA Get your breakfast strong as you’ll need more energy. Today we’ll invite you to explore whole region as a full day excursion. Dervent is the first place that you’ll examine the preformation of fairy chimneys. Zelve Open Air Museum that one of the best places as a must to see as well as Goreme National Park, Pasabag where the row material for pottery can be found, proceed for Avanos worldwide known its professional pottery makers. Have the chance to try your hand at making a pot at Güral Porcelain factory as well as weaving and knotting. Lunch at Pigeon Valley, then visit Doyurgan Vinery, taste the original wine at origin, proceed for Uçhisar where you can see the flats & cafes inside of the fairy chimneys. Uchisar Castle (climbing is at your leisure), finally we’ll arrive Goreme National Park. It will be a bit tiring for you but you can not miss this the poem of the nature at Göreme Valley. At night we’ll invite you to one of the best entertainment center for dinner in a very traditional way with many attractions such as Whirling Dervishes Ceremony, folk dance and other regional attractions in Urgup. We guarantee that you’ll never forget this moment in your life. [B] [L] [D]

DAY 3 CAPPADOCIA – ANKARA Today we’ll depart for the Capital of Turkey. Just before departure we’ll take you one of the important underground cities located in Cappadocia Region named Özkonak (or Derinkuyu). Later we’ll arrive Ankara that history and that of the surrounding area dates back to the Bronze Age and the Hatti civilization. In the morning visit the impressive modern form of Ataturk’s Mausoleum where ancient and modern architectural concepts testifies to the power and grace of Turkish architecture took place. Museum of Anatolian Civilizations with its priceless collection of Paleolithic, Neolithic, Hatti, Hittite, Phrygian, Urartian and Roman artifacts. In the afternoon, buttered gözleme (Turkish creppe) party with very traditional Turkish Semaver Tea (special teamaker device working with charcoal it’s a must to try this delicious tea you’ve never taste before) at Ankara’s famous park called Genclik (Youth) Park. Dinner at hotel. [B] [L] (5 o’clock tea) [D]

DAY 4 ISTANBUL In the morning we’ll depart for Istanbul that God & man, nature & art all together created a place in earth that worth seeing, capital of all empires, the treasure of time… Welcome to Istanbul! Get acquaintance with this big city, check-in and just relax. Meeting at lobby (It’s not compulsory), then we’ll stroll all the way along Taksim, Beyoglu, Pera one of the oldest and longest streets in Istanbul. Visit Galata Tower, Flower Passageway, Jewish Lane, Galata Bridge and Tunnel as well as other historical and well preserved historical structures at dusk. After dinner we’d like to offer Turkish Bath experience that will help to get rid of the tiredness of entire journey are invited to live in the real atmosphere (optional). Rest of the night is yours by strolling on lively streets around the hotel located in the heart of the city at night. [B] [L] [D]

DAY 5 ISTANBUL Get your breakfast strong, you’ll need more energy. Today you’ll discover the beauty. Topkapi Palace is the first place to visit. Since it’s a great place we’ll try to finish within 2 hrs, then we’ll proceed to Hagia Sophia, Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum and Blue Mosque. Lunch at Konyali Restaurant. After lunch, Underground Byzantine Cistern “Sunken Palace”, Ancient Hippodrome, shopping or strolling at Grand Bazaar boasting over 4000 shops, Egyptian Bazaar are the places of interest for today. At night we’ll take you a special restaurant for dinner as again you won’t be able to resist the world famous cuisine. Late at night we’ll join informative light & sound show in the front of Blue Mosque (if available). Joining Traditional Turkish Night is your choice (optional). [B] [L] [D]

DAY 6 ISTANBUL Today you’ll not be tired because you had a great day. We’ll invite you to discover Istanbul along the beautiful Bosphorus and to be the witness of the magic medley of Ottoman Empire and modern architecture. Just before this, we’ll visit one of the best palaces in Turkey even in the world: Dolmabahçe Palace!. Hop on a cruise that’ll take us along the Bosphorus passing under 2 bridges linking Asia & Europe continents. Get ready to see the parade of the imperial palaces. Kiz Kulesi, Çiragan Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, Kirmizi Yali, Küçüksu Kasri, Rumeli Hisari, Anadolu Hisari, Kanlica (famous with honey on creamy yoghurt), Beykoz, Tarabya, are important places you’ll observe from the sea. The cruise terminates at Anadolu Kavagi in Asia Continent. We’ll climb Genoese Castle where you can observe the Black Sea joins Bosphorus so-called Clashing Rocks associated with Jason & Argonaut had to navigate on their search of Golden Fleece. Anadolu Kavagi is famous for its fish restaurants. We’ll set you free for an hour for your perfunctory exploration. The breathtaking view of Bosphorus, charcoal fish & raki are the main triplet that all tourists & Turkish people adore having this experience. We’ll invite you to a dinner with Turkish folk songs. The rest of the night is all ours. [B] [L] [D]

DAY 7 ISTANBUL Today is the last day of our journey. We’d like to show another side of Istanbul today. Prince’s Island situated south of the metropolis, popular with weekend retreats. We’ll take authentic panoramic ferry to Büyükada since it’s easy to observe. The cars are not allowed in Büyükada. The transportation is handle by buggy-ride. Bicycles are very popular as well. Historical houses, beautiful environs, pinewood sites and ethnic groups make these island always interesting. Get on a Buggy-car or rent a bike and join on convoy to circle around the island. After lunch we’ll return to Istanbul. We’ll set you free then as you’d like to do whatever you wish or wherever you’d like to be in Istanbul for a while. Dinner at our hotel and rest of the night is ours. [B] [L] [D]

DAY 8 END OF OUR SERVICE After breakfast, depart for your home (you won’t say home sweet home) depart to Atatürk Airport. Time to have your present in order to make this trip memorial. It’ll be pleasure to host you in Turkey as there are so many things and places to see. Thanks for choosing the right agency. [B]

Tour Code: DKC017