Itinerary
- Day 1
Izmir
You'll be met at arrival and taken to your hotel where you'll meet the rest of the group. Settle in for the evening and get some rest before the tour begins.
- Start point
- İzmir, Türkiye (Outside the Terminal Building , 00:00 - 23:55)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kaya İzmir Thermal & Convention)
- Day 2
Izmir
Head out to see the ancient ruins of Ephesus, walking through the marble streets and checking out the Theater and Library of Celsus. From there, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, then stop at a regional carpet center to watch traditional Turkish rug weaving. If you prefer, take a free day to rest instead.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kaya İzmir Thermal & Convention)
Included Activities
- Visit the House of the Virgin Mary
- Stop at a regional carpet center to observe traditional Turkish rug weaving
Optional Activities
- Full-day tour: Discover the spectacular ruins of Ephesus including marble streets, the Theater, Library of Celsus, and Temple of Hadrian
Landmarks/POIs Ephesus Library of Celsus Temple of Hadrian House of the Virgin Mary - Day 3
Izmir to Pamukkale
Start with a visit to a leather fashion showroom to see Turkish craftsmanship in action. Later, drive to Pamukkale to see the famous white travertine terraces that cascade down the hillside. Spend time exploring Hierapolis, the ancient spa city that's a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Adempira Spa & Thermal Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit a leather fashion showroom showcasing Turkish craftsmanship
- Tour the ancient spa city of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Landmarks/POIs Pamukkale Hierapolis 
- Day 4
Pamukkale to Fethiye
Head out early in the morning toward the coastal town of Fethiye. Walk through the area to see the ancient Telmessos Theatre and then wander the bustling Fish Market where locals sell the day's catch.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alesta Yacht Hotel)
Included Activities
- Walking tour featuring Telmessos Ancient Theatre
- Visit the bustling Fish Market
Landmarks/POIs Telmessos Ancient Theatre Fish Market - Day 5
Fethiye
This day is yours to use as you like. Relax at the hotel or take an optional boat cruise along the turquoise coast with stops to swim at secluded bays and islands. It's a nice break before moving on.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alesta Yacht Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Boat cruise along the turquoise coast with swim stops at secluded bays and islands
- Day 6
Fethiye to Antalya
Drive along the Mediterranean coast toward Antalya, known as the jewel of the Turkish Riviera. Once there, take a walking tour through the charming Old Harbor and Kaleici district to get oriented to the city.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Antalya Konyaaltı)
Included Activities
- Orientation walk through the charming Old Harbor and Kaleici district
Landmarks/POIs Old Harbor Kaleici - Day 7
Antalya
Check out the well-preserved ancient cities of Perge and Aspendos, where you'll see one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the world. Back in Antalya, you have a free afternoon to either rest at the hotel or explore the city on your own.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Antalya Konyaaltı)
Optional Activities
- Visit Perge, a well-preserved ancient city
- Visit Aspendos, boasting one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the world
Landmarks/POIs Perge Aspendos - Day 8
Antalya to Cappadocia
Depart early for Cappadocia and stop along the way at a 13th-century Seljuk caravanserai. After arriving, explore the underground city of Saratli, which was carved into soft volcanic rock centuries ago.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel ( Gamirasu Cave Luxury Hotel Cappadocia)
Included Activities
- Stop at a 13th-century Seljuk caravanserai
- Explore the underground city of Saratli, carved into soft volcanic rock
Landmarks/POIs Saratli 
- Day 9
Cappadocia
Rise early for an optional hot air balloon ride at sunrise to see fairy chimneys and lunar landscapes from above. Then visit the Goreme Open-Air Museum, head to Avanos for a pottery demonstration, and explore Devrent Valley and the Red Valley. Later, you can optionally attend a Whirling Dervishes ceremony.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel ( Gamirasu Cave Luxury Hotel Cappadocia)
Included Activities
- Participate in a hands-on pottery demonstration
Optional Activities
- Hot Air Balloon Ride at sunrise offering panoramic views of fairy chimneys and lunar landscapes
- Half-day tour: Discover Goreme Open-Air Museum, Avanos (famous for pottery), Devrent (Imagination) Valley, and Red Valley
- Witness a Whirling Dervishes ceremony
Landmarks/POIs Goreme Open-Air Museum Avanos Devrent Valley Red Valley - Day 10
Cappadocia to Ankara
Depart for Ankara, the capital, and pass by the striking Salt Lake on the way. Visit Anitkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, founder of modern Turkey.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Grand Mercure Ankara)
Included Activities
- Visit Anitkabir, the Mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk
Landmarks/POIs Salt Lake Anitkabir - Day 11
Ankara to Istanbul
Return to Istanbul and go to the Spice Market to pick up Turkish delights and souvenirs. Take an optional Bosphorus cruise passing Ottoman palaces and waterside mansions between Europe and Asia. Finish the trip with a farewell dinner celebrating the journey.
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Burdock Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection)
Included Activities
- Visit the Spice Market
Optional Activities
- Bosphorus cruise passing Ottoman palaces and waterside mansions between Europe and Asia
Landmarks/POIs Spice Market Bosphorus 
- Day 12
Istanbul
Spend the day on a guided tour of Istanbul's major sites including Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, and the Blue Mosque with its blue Iznik tiles. You can optionally visit Topkapi Palace Museum, where Ottoman sultans once lived, and join an optional traditional Turkish dinner with a belly dancing show.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Burdock Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection)
Included Activities
- Visit Hagia Sophia
- Visit the Hippodrome
- Visit the Blue Mosque
Optional Activities
- Visit Topkapi Palace Museum, the opulent residence of Ottoman sultans (Harem section excluded)
- Traditional Turkish dinner with belly dancing show
Landmarks/POIs Hagia Sophia Hippodrome Blue Mosque Topkapi Palace Museum - Day 13
Istanbul
Have breakfast and then transfer to the airport for your international departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
