Essential Turkey
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Highlights
- Explore the ancient and modern city of Istanbul
- Tour the Open-Air Museum in Goreme, one of Turkey's UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Wander among the unique, white, cascades of Pamukkale
- Visit the famous mausoleum of the Sufi poet, Mevlana
- Walk through the Greek village of Sirince
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- 07 Night’s accommodation at listed hotels or similar
- Daily breakfast
- 04 Dinners at hotel
- 02 Lunch at hotel
- Arrival and departure transfer
- Transportation in AC deluxe vehicle
- Professional tour guide throughout
- Luggage assistance at all hotels
- Sightseeing & entrance fees as per the itinerary
- International airfare from selected gateways
- Air taxes and fuel surcharges
- All local applicable taxes
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Itinerary
Today, make your own way to your chosen airport to board your international flight to Istanbul. Enjoy in-flight meals & services.
Overnight onboard flight
On arrival at the International Airport in Istanbul you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check in.
Overnight in Istanbul
Today we start our day with a visit to the impressive Topkapi Palace (Harem not included), which served as the palace of the Ottoman Sultans between the 16th and 19th centuries. Next, you will see the magnificent Haghia Sophia (St Sophia’s Basilica) built by Co...
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Overnight in Cappadocia
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Overnight in Pamukkale
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Overnight in Izmir
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Today you will be transferred to the pier in Kusadasi or to Izmir international airport to check in for your onward flight.
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