Europe · Türkiye
This itinerary journeys through the very heart of Turkey, linking the timeless allure of Istanbul to the political history of Ankara and the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia.
This itinerary journeys through the very heart of Turkey, linking the timeless allure of Istanbul to the political history of Ankara and the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia. The route traces the country's evolution, from the gateway of the Orient on the Bosphorus to the depths of Central Anatolia.
The experience offers a deep dive into Turkey's cultural layers, from the Byzantine and Ottoman architecture of Sultanahmet to the Hittite treasures preserved in the capital, concluding amidst underground cities and fairy chimneys. The trip also offers the chance to soar over the spectacular landscapes of Cappadocia in a hot air balloon at sunrise.
The programme features travel by exclusive Grand Tourism coach, supported throughout by a professional tour leader and Wi-Fi radio guides for all sightseeing. Logistics are meticulously managed, including flights, airport assistance on departure, and half-board accommodation supplemented by five lunches.
7 days in the programme
Your journey begins with a flight to Istanbul Your journey begins with a flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, you will be transferred from the airport to your selected hotel. The evening includes dinner and your overnight stay.
A full day dedicated to discovering the metropolis on the Bosphorus A full day dedicated to discovering the metropolis on the Bosphorus. The tour includes the Mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent, a masterpiece by the architect Sinan, and continues into the Sultanahmet district. Here, you will visit the Archaeological Museum of Hagia Sophia, now a mosque, the famous Blue Mosque, and the ancient Roman Hippodrome. Full board is provided, with both lunch and dinner included.
A second day is dedicated to exploring Istanbul, allowing for a deeper immersion into this gateway to the East through its historic monuments and characteristic neighbourhoods A second day is dedicated to exploring Istanbul, allowing for a deeper immersion into this gateway to the East through its historic monuments and characteristic neighbourhoods. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Leaving Istanbul behind, the journey continues towards Ankara, the capital of Turkey Leaving Istanbul behind, the journey continues towards Ankara, the capital of Turkey. The day concludes with dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel. Lunch is included during the transfer.
The morning is dedicated to visiting Ankara, with stops at the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, home to a prestigious collection of Hittite art, and the Mausoleum of Ataturk, the father of the moder The morning is dedicated to visiting Ankara, with stops at the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, home to a prestigious collection of Hittite art, and the Mausoleum of Ataturk, the father of the modern nation. Afterwards, the tour moves towards the Cappadocia region. Lunch and dinner are included.
A full day reserved for the wonders of Cappadocia A full day reserved for the wonders of Cappadocia. At dawn, there is an optional hot air balloon flight to admire the region's scenery from above. Sightseeing includes the village of Uchisar, rock-hewn monasteries, and evocative underground cities. Full board with lunch and dinner included.
Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel before transferring to the airport for your return flight Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel before transferring to the airport for your return flight. The service includes porterage and assistance with check-in procedures.
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