Hippodrome Istanbul

Antalya, Turkey

Cappadocia, Turkey

Duration: 09 Days/ 08 Nights

Istanbul , Antalya & Cappadocia Tour

Duration: 09 Days/ 08 Nights

Turkey is a paradise for way of life chasers and history buffs, it is also a country with the clearest blue coastline and the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, wherein colourful hot air balloons fill the sky. The extremely good cuisine, markets and buzzing nightlife all add to the true Turkish journey.

Tour Highlights

  • Istanbul city tour Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar
  • Rose Valley & Kaymakli
  • Goreme Open Air Museum
  • Duden Kursunlu Waterfall Tour
  • Leisure day in Istanbul , Antalya and Cappadocia

Destinations:

Turkey Istanbul Antalya Cappadocia


Itinerary

Upon arrival to Istanbul, you will be welcomed by a representative and transferred to your hotel. Complete the check-in formalities at hotel.

Day is free for leisure activity. You can explore local market and street for shopping for local experience you can also try local cuisine.

Overnight in Istanbul.
After a delectable breakfast in hotel, get ready for the city tour. Today you will be visiting Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar

Topkapi Palace is an amazing spot in Istanbul. All the Room are covered in beautiful tile work. If you are exploring in the springtime, the gardens are filled with tulips and hyacinths. The views of Istanbul from here is mesmerizing. Your guide will entertain you with stories of ambitious Sultans and courtiers and the women of the Harem.

The Blue Mosque is Known for the blue Iznik tile with abstract and geometric patterns, flowers, and trees, it has six minarets built in the name of Sultanahmet In the interior of the building. As you enter you will be dazzled by the visual effect provided by the beautiful tiles, lighting and the curves of the domes.

Hippodrome after a Short walk from the Blue Mosque is the Hippodrome. It was built in the 4th century AD, this was once a venue for chariot races. The centrepiece of the Hippodrome is the Egyptian obelisk. It used to be carved 3,500 years in the past and added to Istanbul in the 4th century AD. What you see Right here is only the top third of the original obelisk.

Hagia Sophia: After stopping for a lunch break where you will try some local dishes. You will continue your journey to Hagia Sophia, built by the Byzantine emperor Justinian, and consecrated as a church in 537 It is one of the most famous tourist spot in Istanbul because of its architectural innovation, its rich history, religious significance and incredible beauty. It became a mosque in 1453, and finally, a museum in 1935.

Grand Bazaar As your last stop of the day, head to the Grand Bazaar, one of the world oldest market. Wandering through these busy market streets is part of the Turkish experience. Look for ceramics, lanterns, jewellery, silks, and of course, sumptuous Turkish delights.

After trying local dinner you can try Turkish Ice Cream.
Accommodation
  • Overnight in Istanbul.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Antalya. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.

Day is free for you to explore on you own.
Accommodation
  • Overnight in Antalya.
Have a delicious breakfast at hotel. Antalya is home to some beautiful waterfalls which you will visit today. Get ready and proceed for Duden Waterfall, an amazing river reflecting the significance of the underground rivers of the region. The river surfaces after 9 km underground, creating 2 waterfalls, one inland and one right on the coast. The shade and cool, moist are a great way to beat the hotness.

After Lunch you will visit the Kursunlu waterfall where we can step into the coolness of the clear waters cascading off a cliff into a small lake full of fish and geese. The walking route around the fall, under entwined plants and ivy is a beautiful way to explore this place.
Accommodation
  • Overnight In Hotel.
After breakfast, you will be transfer to Antalya airport for your flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival, you will be transfer to your hotel. Check in at hotel.

Day is free for leisure activity. Or you can go and explore local streets of Cappadocia for local experience.
Accommodation
  • Overnight Cappadocia.
Have a delectable breakfast in hotel.

Get ready for an amazing Hot Air Balloon flight . After lunch you will visit one of the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage site of the Goreme Open Air Museum. As we walk through the many rock-cut cave church buildings decorated with intricate paintings from the New Testament, your guide will explain you the history of the churches and the impressive iconography in the murals. We will continue your tour with Pasabag Valley where the iconic Fairy Chimneys dot the landscape. It is the perfect location for your guide to explain you how unique landscapes were formed as you can still see the newly forming fairy chimneys in various stages of erosion many have caves and chapels, or churches located inside.
Accommodation
  • Overnight Cappadocia.
Have a scrumptious breakfast, Later you will proceed for Rose Valley, named for its rose-coloured hues. Here you can explore the rock- cut churches and hike 5 km through the Gulludere valley. After this you will visit the Cavusin village, famous for its houses of early Christian clergymen.

After lunch, drive to Pigeon Valley, home of rock formations in the area. Next you will visit Kaymakli Underground City, built by early Christians fleeing from persecution. This will surly impresses you by the facilities here, which include rooms for sleeping, cellars, storage areas and stables.
Accommodation
  • Overnight Cappadocia.
After breakfast, you will take flight for Istanbul. Upon arrival transfer to hotel.

Your day is free for leisure activity or you can go and explore local famous Spice Market and Emanon, afterwards take a Bosporus Cruise and sailing between Europe and Asia.
Accommodation
  • Overnight in Istanbul.
After your breakfast, you will be transferred to Istanbul International airport to board flight back to home.
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Inclusions

  • 08 Night accommodation on double sharing
  • Transfers & sightseeing by Air-Conditioned vehicle
  • Daily Buffet Breakfast
  • Services of English speaking local guides

Exclusions

  • International Airfare
  • Domestic Airfare
  • Visa fee & Insurance
  • Items of personal nature i.e. laundry, telephone, camera fee, drinks & tips etc.