Discover Wonders of Turkey

Istanbul

Arrive in Istanbul and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Evening Optional Dinner Cruise . 

Istanbul

Breakfast at the Hotel.

Start your full day sightseeing ( Byzantian & Ottoman Relics Tour )

We begin our tour of the Sultanahmet district, the heart of old Istanbul, at Saint Sophia. Built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century AD, this church is one of the marvels of world architecture. Its massive dome dominates the skyline of old Istanbul. It is famed for its mosaics, including glittering portraits of emperors and empresses. Next we visit the Blue Mosque, which owes its name to the exquisite tiles adorning its interior. Dating from the 17th century, it is the only imperial mosque with six minarets. The Hippodrome, the stadium of ancient Byzantium, held 100,000 spectators and featured objects from all corners of the empire. Of these, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of 

three entwined serpents from Delphi survive. Afternoon; we begin our tour at Topkapi Palace, which, from the 15th to the 19th century, was the principle residence of the Ottoman Sultans. We will visit the fabolous Imperial Treasury and the Baghdad Kiosk. Topkapı Palace is now a museum and has unrivalled collections of jewelry, including the Spoonmaker’s Diamond, the 3rd largest in the world, Ottoman court costumes and ceramics, notably one of the world’s finest collection of early Chinese ceramics, much of it gifts from other rulers. Interestingly, some of the ceramics have a special glaze that was said to change color in the presence of poison. We also visit the Imperial Armory, displaying centuries of  Ottoman weaponry. But perhaps the loveliest features of Topkapı Palace are its courtyards with their ancient trees, and it is easy to imagine the sultan strolling here far from the cares of state and empire.  The last stop, Grand Bazaar, was the commercial heart of the old city and its 4,000 shops are full of treasures – including carpets and kilims, silks, jewelry, ceramics, icons, and leather goods. Wandering through the Grand Bazaar, indulge in some shopping, Ottoman style. 

Average Pick-up time10:00  Approximate Tour Duration: 08 hrs 

Istanbul

Breakfast at Hotel.

Start your full day sightseeing ( Bosphorus & Two continents Tour )

We will pick you up from your hotel by our coach and professional guide. We drive to Eminonu district. Our first stop is Spice Market , dates back to 1664 and is the second-oldest covered shopping area in Istanbul. The Spice Bazaar is not only a great place to buy spices, but it’s also where you can pick up dried fruits and nuts, tea, candy and caviar. Then we walk to the port to embark our boat for a cruise of 1,5 hrs. The cruise by regular ferry crosses the Bosphorus visiting both Europe and Asia with stops en route to take photos of the natural beauties; At the Southern side we will see ; Topkapi Palace, the mid-Bosphorus Maiden’s Tower, the Selimiye Barracks (where Florence Nightingale worked), Dolmabahce Palace, Ciragan Palace, Yildiz Park & Palace, the chic art-boutique-and-cafe scene in the village of Ortakoy, the pretty Ottoman baroque Mecidiye Mosque, and the Bosphorus Bridge. At the Northern side we will see ; Beylerbeyi Palace, the village of Cengelkoy, Kuleli Naval Academy, Arnavutkoy with its photogenic Ottoman mansion , Rumeli Fortress , the town of Bebek with its pretty bay, and Bosphorus University. North of the Fatih Bridge, second to be built across the Bosphorus, is Anadolu Fortress.Lunch at the Touristic 

Restaurant . Afternoon; We drive to Asian side by crossing over Bosphorus Bridge connecting Europe (left) and Asia (right). It is a gravity anchored suspension bridge with steel pylons and inclined hangers. The Bosphorus Bridge had the 4th longest suspension bridge span in the world when it was completed in 1973, and the longest outside the United States. At present, it is the 17th longest suspension bridge span in the world. Our first stop is Beylerbeyi Palace, located on the shore of Bosphorus after crossing the bridge to the down. Palace was ordered by the late Ottoman sultan Abdulaziz and built in 1865 by famous architects Sarkis Balyan and Agop Balyan, imperial architects of Armenian origins, in French neo-baroque style with a traditional Ottoman house plan. Beylerbeyi Palace is smaller if comparing with Dolmabahce, with its 24 rooms, but Hereke carpets, Bohemian crystal chandeliers, French clocks and valued porcelains are worth to see. There are also many oil paintings on the walls describing naval scenes, and Arabic inscriptions on the ceiling. We continue to Camlica Hill on the Asian shores of the Bosphorus, there lies a high pine covered bill, atop which sits a restaurant. From here you can inhale the fresh Black Sea air, and possibly obtain the best views of the sprawling metropolis of Istanbul. End of the tour drive back to Europe side and transfer to your hotel. O/N 

Average Pick-up time 10:00. Approximate Tour Duration: 08 hrs

Cappadocia

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer to domestic airport for the sector  flight to Cappadocia. 

After Landing Transfer to hotel After c/in Start sightseeing. 

First Hiking through the Rose Valley visiting the churches. Afterwards visit the old Christian village of Cavusin. Stop at Pigeons Valley and then continue on to see the marvel of construction that is the Kaymakli Underground City. You will also visit the Ortahisar Natural Rock Castle.  Return back to your hotel. O/N

Cappadocia

Breakfast at hotel.

Depart your hotel for a Full Day tour in Cappadocia. Visit Goreme Open Air Museum in Goreme Valley to see the early Christian churches decorated with unique frescos depicting 

various scenes from the Bible. Visit Pasabaglari (Monk’s Valley) to see the world famous fairy chimneys which have unique shape. Later you will visit Avanos, the very well known pottery and craft center since Hittite times. Enjoy hand made ceramics, fashion design jewellery 

Average Pick-up time: 10:00  Approximate Tour Duration: 08 hrs

Optional: Hot air Balloon riding available early in the morning 

Cappadocia / Antalya

Breakfast at the Hotel.

Check out from the hotel. Take a road to Antalya via Konya. Arrive to Antalya late afternoon c/in to the hotel & Dinner & O/N 

Antalya

Breakfast at the Hotel.

Rest day free at leisure.

Antalya / Pamukkale

Breakfast at the hotel.

Check out. Before leaving Antalya visit Antalya Kaleici ( Old Antalya ) and then transfer to Pamukkale. Arrive at Pamukkale and Visit to Hierapolis Antique city- Cotton Castle  Travertine ( Hot spring waters ). O/N at the hotel.

Pamukkale / Istanbul / India

Breakfast at hotel.

Check out then transfer to Cardak (Denizli)  Airport. Flight to Istanbul and then connection flight to India.

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