Istanbul Old City Walking Tour (B,L)

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your hotel at 09:00 AM for a full-day “Best of Istanbul” walking tour, covering the city's most iconic landmarks:

Hagia Sophia: Marvel at this architectural masterpiece, once a church, later a mosque, and now a museum rich in history.

Blue Mosque: Admire the elegant interior decorated with blue İznik tiles and its six soaring minarets.

Hippodrome: Explore the former center of Byzantine social life, featuring the Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column, and German Fountain.

Topkapi Palace: Discover the lavish residence of Ottoman sultans, including royal courtyards, the Harem (optional), and sacred relics.

Grand Bazaar: Wander through one of the world's largest and oldest covered markets, home to over 4,000 shops offering everything from spices to jewelry.

At the end of the tour, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel.

Enjoy free time in the evening.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Northern Cappadocia Tour & Flight to Antalya

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Optional: If you opt for the Hot Air Balloon Ride, you’ll be picked up from your hotel at 5:30 AM and transferred to the launch site. Enjoy an unforgettable experience soaring over Cappadocia’s surreal landscape during sunrise. The ride concludes around 7:30 AM, after which you’ll return to your hotel for breakfast.

At 9:30 AM, embark on a full-day Northern Cappadocia Tour:

Göreme Panorama: Begin with a scenic viewpoint offering panoramic views of the town and Uçhisar Castle, the highest natural rock formation in Cappadocia.

Göreme Open Air Museum: Explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring rock-cut churches with beautifully preserved frescoes.

Avanos: Enjoy lunch in this charming town by the Kızılırmak River, followed by a traditional kick-wheel pottery demonstration—and a chance to try it yourself!

Çavuşin Village: Visit this ancient village known for its cliffside dwellings and churches.

Devrent Valley: Marvel at whimsical rock formations that resemble animals—perfect for imaginative photos.

Pasabag (Monks Valley): See the famous mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys and visit St. Simeon’s monk cell, carved high into the volcanic rock.

At the end of the tour, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your evening flight to Antalya (approx. 1 hour). Upon arrival, you’ll be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Kaleiçi, the charming historic center of Antalya.

Overnight in Antalya.

Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour + Flight to Istanbul

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

08:30 AM – Depart from your hotel for a scenic 3-hour drive to Pamukkale.

Hierapolis Ancient City:

Begin your visit at the ancient city of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With your expert guide, explore how people lived in this once-thriving Roman spa city. Notable highlights include:

The Temple of Apollo

The grand Roman Theater

The Martyrion of St. Philip – believed to be the burial site of the apostle

Pamukkale Travertines:

Next, visit Pamukkale, famously known as the “Cotton Castle.” These white travertine terraces, formed by calcium-rich mineral waters, are one of Turkey’s most iconic natural wonders.

Enjoy free time to walk on the terraces and take in the breathtaking landscape. You may also choose to swim in the Cleopatra’s Pool (entrance fee extra), a thermal pool with submerged Roman columns.

Evening Flight to Istanbul:

At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to Denizli (Pamukkale) Airport for a 7:00 PM flight to Istanbul via Turkish Airlines.

Upon arrival, our team will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.

Overnight in Istanbul.