Turkey Cappadocia & Istanbul
Overview
Explore Turkey's rich tapestry of history and natural wonders — from the imperial grandeur of Istanbul's Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque to the surreal fairy chimneys of Cappadocia and the ancient ruins of Ephesus along the Aegean coast.
Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Istanbul
Airport pickup, hotel check-in. Evening Bosphorus dinner cruise.
Istanbul Old City
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace.
Istanbul Markets & Modern
Grand Bazaar, Spice Market, Taksim Square, Istiklal Avenue. Ferry to Asian side.
Fly to Cappadocia
Morning flight. Afternoon: Goreme Open Air Museum, Uchisar Castle, Pigeon Valley.
Cappadocia Full Day
Optional dawn balloon ride. Kaymakli underground city, Rose Valley hike, pottery workshop.
Cappadocia to Pamukkale
Drive to Pamukkale. Visit white travertine terraces and ancient Hierapolis.
Pamukkale to Ephesus
Drive to Selcuk. Tour Ephesus ancient city — Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Temple of Artemis.
Fly to Istanbul
Transfer to Izmir airport, fly to Istanbul. Afternoon free for shopping.
Departure
Airport transfer for departure flight.
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