Istanbul – Half-Day City Tour

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, begin your half-day guided tour to discover the most iconic landmarks and monuments of Istanbul.

🕰️ First, visit the historic Hippodrome of Constantinople, the center of Byzantine social and political life. Here, you'll see monuments such as the Obelisk of Theodosius, brought from Egypt in the 4th century as a symbol of imperial power.

⛪ Continue to the magnificent Hagia Sophia Mosque, a breathtaking masterpiece that served both as a Greek Orthodox cathedral and an imperial mosque for centuries.

🕌 The tour ends at Istanbul’s most iconic site: the Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque), built in the 17th century and famous for its stunning blue hand-painted tiles.

Afternoon: Free time at your leisure. You may choose to visit the Topkapi Palace (optional), the former residence of the Ottoman sultans. Explore its rich history, impressive architecture, and treasured artifacts.

Overnight stay: At your hotel in Istanbul.
Included: Breakfast,guided tour, hotel accommodation.

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, begin the day with a visit to the Spice Bazaar, one of Istanbul’s most vibrant and historic markets. Enjoy the colorful atmosphere and exotic aromas of Turkish spices and delights.

Then, embark on a scenic Bosphorus Cruise between two continents — Europe and Asia. Admire the city’s magnificent waterfront architecture, including Dolmabahce Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, and charming Ottoman mansions lining the shore.

Between 16:00 – 18:00: Our team will pick you up from your hotel lobby and transfer you to the airport for your evening flight to Kayseri or Cappadocia Airport

Upon arrival at Kayseri Airport or Cappadocia Airport, our team will greet you at the domestic terminal exit and provide a comfortable transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia (approx. 1 hour). Check-in and rest for the night.

Overnight stay: At your hotel in Cappadocia.
Included: Breakfast, tour, flight ticket, transfers, hotel accommodation.

Note: Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride is available in the early morning.

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, begin your full-day guided tour of Cappadocia’s most iconic and scenic spots.

📸 Göreme Panorama: Start the day with a breathtaking panoramic view of Göreme, where cave dwellings carved into the rocks paint a magical picture of the region.

⛪ Göreme Open-Air Museum: Visit the first and largest monastery complex in the region, where early Christian education began. Explore rock-carved churches, chapels, and monasteries dating back to the 10th–13th centuries. This site was home to influential figures such as St. Basil the Great, St. Gregory of Nyssa, and St. George of Nazianzus.

🌄 Paşabağ (Monks Valley): Admire the most striking fairy chimneys, known for their multiple caps and thick stems. Visit the chapel dedicated to St. Simeon, built into one of the iconic three-headed fairy chimneys.

🪨 Devrent Valley: Also known as Imagination Valley, this area is filled with surreal rock formations resembling animals and objects. Formed over centuries by erosion, the landscape offers a dreamlike walking experience.

🏰 Uçhisar Castle: The highest point in Cappadocia, once used for defense and observation. Climb for an unforgettable panoramic view of the surrounding valleys and villages.

🐦 Pigeon Valley: Enjoy a photo stop overlooking the valley famous for its ancient pigeon houses carved into the cliffs — once used to collect guano for vineyards.

🏺 Avanos Pottery Workshop: Visit the pottery town of Avanos, where red clay from the Kızılırmak River is still used by local artisans. Try your hand at traditional pottery-making techniques that date back to the Hittite period.

Afternoon: Around 16:00–17:00, transfer back to your hotel in Cappadocia. The rest of the day is free at leisure.

Included: Full-day tour,guided tour, hotel accommodation.

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel in Cappadocia, check out and depart by private vehicle for Konya (approx. 3.5 hours drive). Enjoy the journey through the scenic landscapes of Central Anatolia.

🕌 Mevlana Museum (Rumi’s Tomb): Upon arrival in Konya, visit the Mausoleum of Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi, one of the most spiritual and culturally significant landmarks in Turkey. Explore the museum dedicated to the life and teachings of Rumi and the Mevlevi Order (Whirling Dervishes). Admire the peaceful courtyards, domed architecture, and centuries-old manuscripts that reflect the deep Sufi heritage of this ancient city.

🍽️ Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Konya with traditional Anatolian flavors.

Afternoon: After the visit, continue your journey south to Antalya (approx. 4.5 hours drive). Arrive in the late afternoon or early evening and check into your hotel by the Mediterranean coast.

🌴 Free time to relax or explore Antalya’s city center on your own.

Included: Breakfast, private transportation, licensed guiding, hotel accommodation in Antalya.

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, depart around 08:00 AM for a full-day guided tour exploring the ancient cities and natural beauty of Antalya’s surroundings.

🏛️ Perge Ancient City: Your first stop is Perge, founded around 1500 BC by the Hittites. Once one of the most significant cities of ancient Pamphylia, Perge is home to remarkably preserved structures including a Roman theater, stadium, agora, and bathhouses.

🎭 Aspendos Theater: Next, visit one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the world. Built in the 2nd century AD, Aspendos has a capacity of 15,000 and is still used today for festivals and cultural events due to its incredible acoustics.

🍽️ Enjoy lunch by a scenic riverside restaurant, surrounded by nature and local flavors.

🏖️ Side Ancient City & Free Time: Continue to the coastal town of Side, one of Turkey’s best classical cities. Once a major port and slave market in Roman times, Side features impressive ruins such as the Roman Baths, large theater, and the iconic Temple of Apollo by the sea. You’ll have 1 hour of free time here to relax, shop, or enjoy the view.

💦 Manavgat Waterfall: On the way back, stop at Manavgat Waterfall, where you can enjoy the refreshing sound of cascading waters and take beautiful photos in a natural setting.

Evening: Return to your hotel in Antalya. The rest of the evening is free at leisure.

Included: Breakfast, guided tour, private transportation, hotel accommodation in Antalya.

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide in the lobby around 07:30–08:00 AM and depart by private vehicle for a scenic 3-hour drive to Pamukkale.

🗺️ Pamukkale & Hierapolis Guided Tour: Upon arrival in Pamukkale, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before starting your guided tour of the ancient city of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the impressive ruins, necropolis (city of tombs), Roman baths, and ancient structures dating back thousands of years.

🤍 Then, walk down to the stunning white travertine terraces — Pamukkale’s most iconic natural wonder. These mineral-rich thermal waters have flowed over the cliffs for centuries, forming magical calcium pools.

🏊 Cleopatra’s Thermal Pool (Optional): You’ll also have free time to relax and swim in the famous Cleopatra Pool, where ancient Roman columns lie beneath the warm thermal waters. (Swimming here is optional and not included in the tour price.)

Evening: Return to your hotel in Pamukkale. Free time to relax and enjoy the evening.

Included: Breakfast, guided tour of Hierapolis & Pamukkale, private transportation, hotel accommodation in Pamukkale.

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide in the lobby around 07:30–08:00 AM. Depart by tourist-class private vehicle for a 3-hour drive to Kusadası, the gateway to ancient Ephesus.

🙏 Virgin Mary House: Your first stop is the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be the final residence of the Virgin Mary. Discovered by Lazarist priests in the 19th century following the visions of a German nun, the site has since become an important pilgrimage center for both Christians and Muslims. Today, daily masses are still conducted by the Lazarist fathers.

🏛️ Ancient City of Ephesus: Afterward, continue to the world-renowned Ephesus, one of the most important cities of the ancient world and one of the Seven Churches of Revelation. On your guided walking tour, you'll visit highlights such as:

• Celsus Library – One of the most iconic structures of ancient times

• The Grand Theater – Once held over 25,000 spectators

• Temple of Hadrian

• Fountain of Trajan

• Marble Streets and Agora

⛪ Basilica of Saint John: Built in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian over the believed burial site of Saint John the Apostle, this church was once one of the most significant pilgrimage sites in the region. Though damaged by an earthquake in the 14th century, the remaining ruins are still remarkable.

🏛️ Temple of Artemis: Your final stop is the site of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. While only a few columns remain today, its historical significance makes it a must-see.

🍽️ Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant, and take the opportunity to explore local handicrafts that reflect the region’s cultural heritage.

✈️ Afternoon: Depending on your flight schedule, you'll be transferred to the airport for your return flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, our team will greet you and assist with your hotel transfer or onward journey.

Included: Breakfast, guided tour, domestic flight ticket, all transfers.