Overview

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Day 1 - Arrive in Istanbul

• Upon your arrival at Istanbul airport, you’ll be taken to your hotel.
• In the afternoon, your guide will meet you for an orientation and a night-out tour of bustling Istanbul.
• Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2 - Walking the Old City of Istanbul

• Meet your guide at the hotel at the desired time.
• Explore the old city of Istanbul, known as Sultanahmet.
• Visit the Obelisk of Thutmose III, the Walled Obelisk, and the Serpent Column.
• Explore the Blue Mosque, famous for its beautiful blue tiles from Iznik.
• Next, visit the Hagia Sophia, an Eastern Orthodox Cathedral with a rich history.
• Explore the Yerebatan Cistern before lunch.
• End the day with a visit to Topkapi Palace, showcasing Ottoman splendor.
• Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 3 - Cruise the Bosporus and the Oriental Bazaars

• Meet your guide at the hotel and walk to Eminonu.
• Explore the Spice Market, the final destination of the Spice and Silk Road.
• Take a public ferry cruise between Asia and Europe on the Bosporus.
• Enjoy views of beautiful mansions and palaces along the strait.
• Visit the Rustem Pasha Mosque, adorned with Iznik tiles.
• Continue to the Suleymaniye Mosque, an Ottoman architectural gem.
• Finish the day at the Grand Bazaar.
• Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 4 - Gallipoli

• After breakfast, your guide and driver will pick you up for a four-hour drive to Gallipoli.
• Gallipoli is a dramatic battlefield from World War I, where over 250,000 soldiers perished.
• Learn about the courageous defense by Ottoman soldiers, led by Ataturk.
• Visit memorials of Anzac soldiers and the Turkish Memorial.
• Cross from Europe to Asia via a ferry and stay overnight in Canakkale.

Day 5 - Troy

• After breakfast, depart for the ancient city of Troy, legendary site of the Trojan War.
• Wander through the 12 archaeological levels and immerse yourself in history.
• Visit Assos, perched on a hill overlooking the Aegean Sea and Lesvos Island.
• Enjoy stunning views from the Temple of Athena and learn about Aristotle’s time here.
• After lunch in Behramkale village, drive to Pergamon for an overnight stay.

Day 6 - Pergamon

• After breakfast, take a short drive to the Acropolis of Pergamon.
• Catch the cable car to the hilltop city and explore palaces, temples, the theatre, arsenal, and library.
• Visit the Temple of Zeus and one of the churches of Revelation.
• See the Serapis Temple, which was converted into a church during early Christianity.
• Enjoy lunch in the old town of Bergama.
• In the afternoon, visit the Sanctuary of Asclepius, the first place where music and psychotherapy were used as treatments.
• After the tour, a three-hour drive will take you to Denizli for an overnight stay.

Day 7 - Pamukkale & Aphrodisias

• After breakfast, drive to Pamukkale and Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Explore the white travertines and the ancient city, once a thermal healing center.
• Walk over the natural thermal pools and visit the Roman Baths.
• Continue your journey to Aphrodisias, dedicated to the Goddess of Beauty.
• Visit the Temple of Aphrodite, the Tetrapylon, and the Sebasteion.
• After a coffee break, drive to Sirince for an overnight stay in the charming old Greek town.

Day 8 - Ephesus

• Meet your guide and driver and visit the House of Virgin Mary.
• Continue to the Ancient City of Ephesus, exploring its Hellenistic architecture, the Library of Celsus, and the mighty theatre.
• Visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and the Museum of Selcuk.
• After lunch, relax in Sirince for an overnight stay.

Day 9 - Fly to Cappadocia

• Your driver will take you to Izmir airport for a flight to Cappadocia.
• Upon arrival, drive to see the region’s phenomenal landscape, visiting viewpoints of Goreme, Uchisar, and Ortahisar.
• Climb the Uchisar castle and then check in to your hotel for a rest.
• Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 10 - Cappadocia

• After breakfast, embark on a comprehensive tour of Cappadocia.
• Visit the Imagination (Devrent) Valley and the Monks (Pasabag) Valley.
• Explore the Underground City of Ozkonak and experience pottery making in Avanos town.
• Visit the Open Air Museum of Goreme to see the best-preserved frescoes.
• End the day with Turkish Coffee while enjoying the surreal landscape.
• Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 11 - Fly Back Home

• Private transfer to Nevsehir or Kayseri airports for a flight back home or to your next destination.
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