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Underground City in Cappadocia
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Temple of Artemis
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Travertines in Pamukkale
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Blue Mosque in Istanbul
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Bosphorus Cruise
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Grand Bazaar
Relish the Culture and Cuisine
BOOKINGS CLOSED
The Plan
- Day 1 Arrival in Kayseri
- Day 2 Sightseeing of Cappadocia
- Day 3 Cappadocia to Izmir
- Day 4 Izmir to Kusadasi
- Day 5 Day Trip to Pamukkale
- Day 6 Kusadasi to Istanbul
- Day 7 The cosmopolitan city
- Day 8 Leisure at Istanbul
- Day 9 Goodbye Turkey
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Day 1
Arrival in Kayseri
Merhaba Turkey!! Arrive at the Kayseri Erkilet Airport, transfer to Cappadocia (85 km/1 hour approx). Cappadocia is a geological oddity of honeycombed hills and towering boulders of otherworldly beauty. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Relax and stretch your legs before we get ready for Welcome Dinner at Hotel. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.
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Day 2
Sightseeing of Cappadocia
After breakfast, we start for a full day sightseeing tour of Cappadocia, where all these attractions will be enjoyed-Kaymakli Underground City, Soganli Valley (Relaxing 3km, walking through the valley with Byzantine period rock tombs). Break for local lunch. Next visit Sobesos-a Roman Bath from the 5th century, mosaics and graves from Byzantine Empire Period, Taskinpasa Medresesi (an Ottoman theological school), Keslik Monastery and Mustafapasa. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.
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Day 3
Cappadocia to Izmir
There’s a lot to explore in Cappadocia and we’ll do just that, proceed for half day sightseeing right after breakfast. We start by visiting Paşabağ (Mushroom Fairy Chimney), Dervent Imagination Valley, Panorama, Uçhisar, Pigeon Valley. Later we will proceed to the Kayseri Airport to fly to Izmir (Flight Fare not included). Upon Arrival at Izmir Airport, transfer to the Hotel. Overnight stay in Izmir.
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Day 4
Izmir to Kusadasi
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Kusadasi (100 km/1.5 hours approx). We will visit the ancient Greek city of Ephesus near the village of Selcuk. We next visit the Temple of Artemis. A classic Roman port city, you can lose yourself in the past as you go through the homes, amphitheatre and other structures that make up this iconic Roman port city. Post sightseeing transfer to hotel for check-in. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.
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Day 5
Day Trip to Pamukkale
After enjoying breakfast, travel towards Pamukkale (222 km/3 hours approx.) the highlight here is a visit to the powder white calcite travertines or terraces which look like they are covered with a sheet of snow. The spring water here is rich in minerals and is said to be therapeutic, so do dip your feet in if you can. Pamuk means cotton in Turkish and this white wonderland has a landscape that is in fact cotton-candy like, devoid of drama. This geological wonder aside, the region also has the ruins of the Greek-Roman city Hierapolis which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Drive back to Kusadasi for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 6
Kusadasi to Istanbul
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Izmir Airport (1 hour approx) for your flight to Istanbul (Flight fare not included). Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and rest of the day free for leisure. In the evening, we proceed for Whirling Dervish Show followed by Dinner on the Bosphorus Cruise with show. Overnight stay in Istanbul.
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Day 7
The cosmopolitan city
Post breakfast, We’ll be going to the Hippodrome, the ancient Greek stadium for chariot and horse racing; to the Blue Mosque, an architecturally appealing structure, Topkapi Palace(treasury section); and Hagia Sophia, also known as the Church of Holy Wisdom and Galata tower (from outside). We conclude our evening with Dinner at a local restaurant, which will also include a traditional show. Overnight stay in Istanbul.
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Day 8
Leisure at Istanbul
Post breakfast, transfer to the Ottoman-era Spice Bazaar where mounds of vividly-coloured spices, herbs, dried fruits and nuts are available. Next Grand Bazaar It is one of the World’s greatest shopping destination. A visit here is not simply about shopping for souvenirs. With its grand arcaded main streets and narrow alleys leading between hans and bedestens, it is one of the best places to visit in Istanbul to get a sense of Ottoman life. You can shop carpets, lamps, lanterns, ceramics, jewellery, etc. In the evening transfer back to hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
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Day 9
Goodbye Turkey
After leisurely breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for flight back home with great lifetime memories and cherishing souvenirs.
Bookings Closed
Inclusions
- Twin Sharing accommodation in hotels as mentioned in the itinerary
- Sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Meals as per the itinerary
- Transfer by comfortable AC Coach
- English-speaking local guide
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise
- Dervish show in Istanbul
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Insurance (For women till 69 years of age)
- Inclusive of GST & TCS
Exclusions
- International Airfare
- Internal Airfare (Istanbul-Kayseri) // (Kayseri-Izmir) // (Izmir-Istanbul)
- Visa Fee
- Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals and beverages ordered, camera/video camera fee at monuments, laundry, phone calls and medical expenses
- Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as roadblocks, accidents & any medical evacuations. Any flight/train delays or re-scheduling etc.
- Meals and all other services which are not mentioned in the aforementioned itinerary.
- Early check-in or late check-out
- Optional excursions and activities (like Hot Air Balloon Ride & Hammam etc)
- Additional transfer required due to any emergency situation or arriving by flight that does not match with the majority of the group
- Individual airport transfers
Enquiry
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What does twin share price mean?
Twin share price is the price mentioned against a package and it refers to the cost per head for a double sharing accommodation. If you'd like to upgrade to Single Occupancy, please select this at the time of checkout -
Regarding the hotels, what does OR SIMILAR refer to?
OR SIMILAR means that the hotel booked might be different from the hotel mentioned in the itinerary. 90% of the time we book the hotel that’s mentioned, but under few situations it might differ due to on-the-ground factors. So we pick an alternate hotel, but always in the same class and area of the city. -
Why don't you include flights in the Package cost?
Since our wanderers are located a variety of locations in India and outside India - it is impossible to include flights in the trip cost.
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