Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul

Welcome to Istanbul, Turkey’s extraordinary city spanning two continents. On arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be greeted and assisted by the local representative or tour manager before transferring to your hotel.

Standard hotel check-in time is 3:00 PM. Travelers should plan to arrive in Istanbul by approximately 12:00 PM to allow sufficient time for the scheduled services.

In the evening, explore Taksim Square followed by a walking tour along the lively Istiklal Street. Enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Meals: Dinner

Day 2 – Istanbul City Tour

After breakfast, begin your exploration of Istanbul.

Visit the Blue Mosque and the historic Hippodrome, followed by a visit to Dolmabahçe Palace. If Dolmabahçe Palace is closed, the visit will be replaced with Topkapi Palace.

Enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant.

Continue with a photostop at Hagia Sophia before spending some free time shopping at the famous Grand Bazaar, one of Istanbul’s most historic marketplaces.

Dinner at an Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 – Bosphorus Cruise and Istanbul to Ankara

Check out of the hotel and enjoy a private-boat Bosphorus Cruise.

Cruise along the famous strait separating Europe and Asia while viewing Ottoman-era waterfront mansions, palaces, parks and the bridges connecting the two continents.

Enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant before continuing by coach to Ankara, the capital city of Turkey. The journey is approximately 6 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.

Dinner at a local restaurant or hotel.

Overnight in Ankara.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 – Ankara Panoramic Tour and Cappadocia

Enjoy your breakfast, check out and enjoy a panoramic tour of Ankara, including a photo stop at the Mausoleum of Atatürk (Anıtkabir).

Continue to Cappadocia, approximately 300 km from Ankara.

Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant. Time permitting, check into the hotel before exploring Çardak Underground City, a fascinating underground settlement carved into volcanic rock.

Dinner at an Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Cappadocia.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 – Full-Day Cappadocia Tour

Following breakfast, discover the extraordinary landscapes of Cappadocia.

Visit the Göreme Open Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site, followed by Devrent Valley and Love Valley.

Enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant.

Continue to Avanos Village for a pottery workshop, followed by panoramic photostops at Esentepe Hill and Uçhisar Village.

End the day with an onyx demonstration workshop at a gem store.

Dinner at an Indian restaurant.

Optional Experience – Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon

For an unforgettable perspective of Cappadocia, an optional hot air balloon experience may be available. Float above the region’s famous valleys, fairy chimneys and unique rock formations while enjoying panoramic views.

Hot air balloon availability is highly dependent on weather conditions and local operating conditions. Pricing is available on request and may fluctuate according to local demand.

Overnight in Cappadocia.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 – Cappadocia to Konya and Antalya

After breakfast, check out and travel to Konya, approximately 234 km from Cappadocia.

Enjoy a local lunch and visit the Mevlana Museum, associated with the famous Sufi philosopher and poet Rumi.

Continue by coach to Antalya, approximately 267 km from Konya.

Check into your hotel and enjoy an Indian dinner.

The evening is free to explore Antalya independently.

Overnight in Antalya.

Meals: Breakfast, Local Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 – Antalya Kaleici Old Town

Enjoy a walking tour of Kaleici, Antalya’s historic Old Town.

See landmarks and photostop opportunities including Hadrian’s Gate, the Clock Tower and sections of the ancient city walls.

Enjoy lunch and spend some free time exploring Antalya.

Optional tours may be available on request.

Dinner at an Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Antalya.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 – Antalya to Pamukkale

 Travel to Pamukkale  approximately 235 km from Antalya.

Enjoy a local lunch before visiting Hierapolis, the ancient Greco-Roman city, and the spectacular Pamukkale travertines, famous for their white mineral terraces and thermal pools.

Check into your hotel and enjoy free time, including the opportunity to experience the hotel’s mud pool bath. Swimwear is recommended.

Dinner at the hotel.

Overnight in Pamukkale.

Meals: Breakfast, Local Lunch, Dinner

Day 9 – Ephesus, Şirince Village and Izmir

Proceed towards Ephesus, one of the world’s best-preserved ancient Greco-Roman cities.

Enjoy a walking tour through the remarkable archaeological site before continuing to the charming village of Şirince.

Enjoy a local lunch and explore the village’s narrow cobbled streets and traditional atmosphere.

Continue to Izmir and check into your hotel.

Dinner at the hotel.

Overnight in Izmir.

Meals: Breakfast, Local Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 – Bursa and Istanbul

After breakfast, check out and travel to Bursa, approximately 346 km from Izmir.

Enjoy an Indian lunch followed by a panoramic city tour of Bursa, including the Green Mosque, time permitting.

Continue to Istanbul, approximately 154 km from Bursa.

Upon arrival, enjoy dinner at an Indian restaurant.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11 – Departure from Istanbul

Have a breakfast, check out of the hotel. 

Depending on your flight timing, enjoy some free time for last-minute shopping at the Spice Market. This visit is subject to flight schedules and no refund will be provided if it cannot be visited.

Lunch may be arranged depending on flight timing.

Transfer to Istanbul Airport for your onward journey.

Your memorable Turkey escorted group tour with Indian meals comes to an end.

Tour Price Per Person

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