Istanbul to Cappadocia & Izmir - 9 days
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Overview
Highlights
- Istanbul - Take in the highlights of this historic city, including Topkapi Palace & the Blue Mosque, and opt for a cruise on the Bosphorus Strait
- Ankara - Browse the fascinating Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and take in the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, founder of modern Turkey
- Cappadocia - Enjoy free time in this unique landscape or join a full-day optional excursion to visit UNESCO-listed Goreme
- Pamukkale - Admire the hot springs and take a dip in the famous thermal pools, then visit the Roman spa town of Hierapolis
- Izmir - Hit the beach with a free day to relax in this Aegean resort town, or join an optional tour of Ephesus
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Trip includes
- 8 breakfast and 3 dinners
- 8 nights 4-5 star hotels
- Escorted by an English speaking, degree qualified Turkish tour guide
- One arrival transfer on day 1 and one departure transfer on day 9 included per booking
- All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles
- Guided sightseeing in Istanbul, Ankara & Pamukkale
- Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go
Itinerary
Welcome to Istanbul! On arrival in the city, you will be escorted to our hotel. There is a brief welcome meeting with our guide and then the rest of the evening is at leisure for you to relax or head out and explore the city, formerly known as Constantinople.
Today after breakfast, we discover the sights of Istanbul, one of Europe's oldest and most fascinating cities, straddling the border with Asia. We visit Topkapi Palace, which was home to the majority of Ottoman sultans between 1453 and 1852. Take in the Hippodrome, on...
Istanbul - Ankara. After breakfast, you can explore Istanbul further at leisure or opt for an exhilarating Bosphorus cruise (additional fee) and experience the magnificent strait that divides Asia and Europe. The shores of the Bosphorus are dotted with elegant neighbo...
Ankara - Cappadocia. After breakfast, we explore the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, housed in a historic caravanserai (traditional Silk Road inn). The museum showcases artifacts dating back 7,500 years, including the world's most extensive and priceless collection...
Opt to start your day with an exhilarating hot air balloon tour, floating gently above Cappadocia's volcanic valleys, fairy chimneys, and ancient caves as the sun rises. (booked and paid locally) After breakfast, spend the day as you please, or join us on an option...
Cappadocia - Pamukkale. After, breakfast at our hotel, we say goodbye to Cappadocia as we journey to Pamukkale. On arrival, there is an included dinner and you can spend the rest of the night at leisure in Pamukkale.
Pamukkale - Izmir. Today we visit the unique cotton fortress of Pamukkale. This surreal landscape, often referred to as the 'Cotton Castles,' was sculpted by frequent earthquakes in the fault depression of the Menderes River basin. We’ll be captivated by the gleaming ...
Today you have the choice to unwind in Izmir at leisure. This resort town is home to fabulous beaches, with Ilica and Cukuralti being top choices. Alternatively, you can join our optional tour of the world-renowned ruins of Ephesus, for an additional fee. Ephesus s...
Izmir - Istanbul. Your Turkish adventure comes to an end today. Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel before an included transfer to the Istanbul airport for your onward flight.
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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What's excluded
- International flights and visas
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- Optional tour of Cappadocia on day 5 and optional tour of Ephesus on day 8
- Other optional activities as per the itinerary
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Min: 5 (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult) Max:75
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