Europe · Türkiye
This comprehensive itinerary journeys through the beating heart of Turkey, seamlessly blending the cosmopolitan energy of Istanbul with the timeless magic of Cappadocia and the ancient heritage of the Aegean coast.
This comprehensive itinerary journeys through the beating heart of Turkey, seamlessly blending the cosmopolitan energy of Istanbul with the timeless magic of Cappadocia and the ancient heritage of the Aegean coast. The route winds through significant archaeological sites where Byzantine, Ottoman, and Greek history converge in an extraordinary visual narrative.
From the golden domes of Hagia Sophia to the surreal geological formations of Love Valley, the trip offers a profound cultural immersion. You will explore legendary sites such as Troy and Ephesus, living witnesses to classical epics, while experiencing the spirituality of Konya and the brilliant white natural terraces of Pamukkale.
The tour includes travel by private coach with a local Italian-speaking guide and an internal flight to optimise travel time, ensuring a perfect balance between guided visits to monumental complexes and moments dedicated to discovering natural landscapes and local traditions.
11 days in the programme
Arrive in Istanbul and transfer from the airport to your hotel Arrive in Istanbul and transfer from the airport to your hotel. Begin your stay in this Turkish metropolis, the historic bridge between East and West. Overnight stay.
A full day dedicated to discovering the wonders of Istanbul A full day dedicated to discovering the wonders of Istanbul. Visit the Hagia Sophia, commissioned by Emperor Justinian I and for centuries the residence of Sultans, the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, and the underground Basilica Cistern. Overnight stay and breakfast included.
Continue your city explorations with visits to Topkapi Palace, Dolmabahce Palace, and the Rustempasa Mosque Continue your city explorations with visits to Topkapi Palace, Dolmabahce Palace, and the Rustempasa Mosque. Explore the Egyptian Spice Market followed by a boat trip along the Bosphorus to admire the European and Asian shores of the strait. Overnight stay and breakfast included.
Transfer to the airport for your internal flight (SAW/ASR) to Cappadocia Transfer to the airport for your internal flight (SAW/ASR) to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay and breakfast included.
At dawn, there is an opportunity to join a spectacular hot air balloon flight At dawn, there is an opportunity to join a spectacular hot air balloon flight. The day continues with visits to Love Valley, Devrent Valley, the Goreme Open Air Museum, Cavusin, and the Citadel of Uchisar. You will also explore Rose Valley and the underground city of Ozkonak. Overnight stay and breakfast included.
Depart for Konya, stopping at the Suktanhani Caravanserai and visiting the Mausoleum of Mevlana Depart for Konya, stopping at the Suktanhani Caravanserai and visiting the Mausoleum of Mevlana. Continue to Pamukkale, famous for its distinctive white travertine limestone formations. Overnight stay and breakfast included.
Visit the ancient site of Hierapolis before continuing to Ephesus to admire the Temple of Hadrian, the Library of Celsus, and the Great Theatre Visit the ancient site of Hierapolis before continuing to Ephesus to admire the Temple of Hadrian, the Library of Celsus, and the Great Theatre. Proceed to Izmir, visiting the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be her final residence. Overnight stay and breakfast included.
An excursion dedicated to the great oracles and sites of antiquity: Didyma, home to the majestic Temple of Apollo, Miletus, and Priene An excursion dedicated to the great oracles and sites of antiquity: Didyma, home to the majestic Temple of Apollo, Miletus, and Priene. Return to Izmir for overnight stay and breakfast.
Depart for Pergamon to visit the Acropolis and the Asclepion, featuring temples dedicated to Zeus and Dionysus Depart for Pergamon to visit the Acropolis and the Asclepion, featuring temples dedicated to Zeus and Dionysus. Continue to the legendary city of Troy, the setting of Homer's epic poem. Arrive in Canakkale for overnight stay and breakfast.
Return journey from Canakkale to Istanbul Return journey from Canakkale to Istanbul. Enjoy free time for final sightseeing or shopping in the city on the Bosphorus. Overnight stay and breakfast included.
Following breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight Following breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight. Services conclude.
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