Jewels of Turkey
Travel to Turkey and experience exciting Istanbul, remarkable Izmir, and relaxing Cappadocia. Enjoy tours in each city visiting the most impressive landmarks and historically significant sites. In Istanbul, visit St. Sophia, one of the world's greatest architectural wonders, and explore underground cities in Cappadocia. In Izmir, you will experience Greco-Roman historical sites, artwork, and architecture, and then move on to Bodrum to see castles, and relax in this magnificent town. Stay in deluxe hotels including a luxury cave room at the Ariana Sustainable Luxury Lodge located in the heart of the breathtaking landscapes of Cappadocia.
MULTI- CITY VACATION. 10 day/9 night program visiting Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir and Bodrum. Includes accommodation at a hotel of your choice, private arrival & departure transfers, suggested sightseeing tours of your choice.
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- Keytours 24-hour emergency assistance telephone line
- Private arrival and departure transfers as per itinerary
- Accommodations of your choice
- Sightseeing tours and/or activites of your choice
Excludes
- Items of a personal nature
- All other items not mentioned as included
- Domestic flights; please inquire with your Keytours travel consultant
- Transfers not mentioned in the itinerary
- Select local taxes where applicable
- Travel insurance; please inquire with your Keytours travel consultant
Itinerary
Day
1
Arrival - Istanbul
Upon arrival Istanbul, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city that lies on two continents.
Day
2
Explore Istanbul
Today, consider joining a full-day tour of Istanbul including a visit to Topkapi Palace, residence of the Ottoman Sultans between 1453 and 1852 (excluding harem). Visit the Hippodrome which was once the center of life where chariot racing and other public events took place. Tour the Blue Mosque, built between 1609 and 1616, and famous for its blue ceramic tiles. Next, see St. Sophia, a church built in the 6th century and converted to a mosque by the Ottomans. It is now one of the world’s greatest architectural wonders. Don't miss to visit famous Grand Bazaar, the world’s largest and oldest covered market with over 60 streets.
Day
3
Istanbul at Leisure
Enjoy your day at leisure or consider taking an Optional: Bosphorus cruise tour with magnificent Spice Market. Cruise along the landmark lined waters of the Bosphorus Strait and stroll through the entrancing Egyptian (Spice) Bazaar during this 3 hour guided tour in Istanbul.
Day
4
Istanbul - Cappadocia
After leisure morning, you will be transferred to airport for your flight to Cappadocia, upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy remaining of the day on your own.
Day
5
Explore Cappadocia
Consider an early morning optional hot air balloon tour. Experience floating through the volcanic valleys, fairy chimneys and caves at sunrise. Later in the morning, visit Goreme, a historical region of Turkey, located among rock formations. It was first settled back in the Roman period. Many rock churches can still be seen today, as Christianity was then the prevailing religion in that region. Continue to the town of Avanos, renowned for its high quality earthenware. Also visit Pasabagi and the Red Valley, and attend a brief regional pottery workshop in a cave.
Day
6
Cappadocia - Izmir
In the morning, you will be transferred to Cappadocia airport for your flight to Izmir. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel, the rest of the day is at leisure to explore the 3rd largest city in Turkey.
Day
7
Explore Urla and Cesme
This morning, consider taking a daily trip to west to reach the beautiful coastal village of Urla. Nestled in the heart of Turkish wine and olive oil country, Urla is famous for its vineyards and upon arrival, enjoy a complimentary wine tasting. Afterwards, continue west to the sophisticated seaside town Alacati to wander its traditional cobblestone streets, peruse the many boutiques, or spend the afternoon lounging on the beach. In the late afternoon, drive back to Izmir for overnight.
Day
8
Izmir - Bodrum via Ephesus
This morning we will drive to Coastal town of Bodrum en route we will visit the Ancient city of Ephesus, you will visit: the Tomb of Pollio, the Temples of Hadrian and Domitian, the Library of Celsius, the Bouleuterion, the Great Theater and the Virgin Mary's cottage. After your visit we will continue driving to Bodrum. Upon arrival check in to hotel and remaining of the at leisure.
Day
9
Bodrum at Leisure
This morning you have a free time to enjoy this beautiful coastal town Turkey on your own or consider taking an Optional tour to Greek Island Kos or Cruise tour to the beautiful bays of Bodrum to enjoy swimming in cristal clear water.
Day
10
Bodrum - Departure
This morning you will be transferred to the Bodrum Airport for your return flight to Istanbul to catch your connecting flight home.
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