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Colors of Turkey - 10 Days

Istanbul, Turkey
  • 10 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Domestic flights as mentioned in the program, including 15kg luggage and a cabin bag allowance.
    • Private airport transfers as detailed in the itinerary.
    • Transportation by a comfortable, air-conditioned non-smoking van with a professional driver.
    • Professional licensed guide during the tours in the English language.
    • 9 days of breakfast at hotels.
    • Meals mentioned on the day headings as (B,L,D).
    • Accommodations at hotels as mentioned in the itinerary.
    • No hidden fees.
    • International airfare to/from Turkey.
    • Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, souvenirs, minibar).
    • Optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia).
    • Beverages during meals unless explicitly stated.
    • Admission/Entrance Fees to the Sites/Museums
    • Admission Fee - Ephesus Ancient City
      $45.00 per person
    • Admission Fee - House of Virgin Mary
      $15.00 per person
    • Admission Fee - Pamukkale & Hierapolis
      $33.00 per person
    • Admission Fee - Goreme Museum
      $22.00 per person
    • Admission Fee - Underground City
      $15.00 per person
    • Admission Fee - Zelve & Pasabag Valley
      $15.00 per person
    • Admission Fee - Hagia Sophia
      $30.00 per person
    • Admission Fee - Topkapi Palace
      TRY2,750.00 per person

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    Transfers from IST or SAW Airports to your hotel will be organized by our team. Should you require additional nights before or after the tour, pre- or post-tour accommodation can be arranged—please reach out to our team for assistance. When evaluating our itineraries, pricing, and services against other providers, keep in mind that we offer small group tours, accommodations in “special class” boutique hotels centrally located and reflective of regional charm (unlike the standard hotels used for larger groups). We also use domestic flights between major destinations to optimize comfort and save time. Dining is arranged at family-owned local restaurants, offering authentic tastes of Anatolian cuisine.

    Itinerary

    Day 1

    Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul

    1 Stop

    1

    Istanbul

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Avicenna Hotel 4* or Similar

    Meals: Not included

    Day 2

    Day 2: Discover the Highlights of Istanbul - Fly to Izmir (B)

    6 Stops

    1

    Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

    2

    Blue Mosque

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Hippodrome

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    TopkapI Palace

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

    5

    Grand Bazaar

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    6

    Kusadasi

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Suhan Seaport 4* or Similar

    Meals: Not included

    Day 3

    Day 3: Ephesus Tour (B, L)

    3 Stops

    1

    Ephesus Ancient City

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

    2

    The House of the Virgin Mary

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    3

    The Temple of Artemis

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Suhan Seaport 4* or Similar

    Meals: Not included

    Day 4

    Day 4: Pamukkale Tour and Drive to Antalya (B, L)

    2 Stops

    1

    Pamukkale Thermal Pools

    3 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

    2

    Antalya

    3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Afflon Loft City Hotel or Similar

    Meals: Not included

    Day 5

    Day 5: Antalya City Tour (B, L)

    3 Stops

    1

    Lower Duden Waterfalls

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

    2

    Old Town Bazaar Antalya

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Hadrian's Gate

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Afflon Loft City Hotel or Similar

    Meals: Not included

    Day 6

    Day 6: Fly to Cappadocia and Tour of Cappadocia (B, L)

    5 Stops

    1

    Cappadocia

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Uchisar Castle

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Goreme National Park

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

    4

    Pasabag Vadisi

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

    5

    Avanos

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Romantic Cave or Similar

    Meals: Not included

    Day 7

    Day 7: Cappadocia Tour (B, L)

    4 Stops

    1

    Ozkonak Underground City

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

    2

    Red Valley

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Cavusin

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Pigeon Valley

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

    Accommodation: Romantic Cave or Similar

    Meals: Not included

    Day 8

    Day 8: Fly to Istanbul - Leisure day in Istanbul (B)

    1 Stop

    1

    Istanbul

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Avicenna Hotel 4* or Similar

    Meals: Not included

    Day 9

    Day 9: Leisure day in Istanbul (Optional Bosphorus Cruise, and Spice Bazaar Tour) (B)

    1 Stop

    1

    Bosphorus

    6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Avicenna Hotel 4* or Similar

    Meals: Not included

    Day 10

    Day 10: Departure from Istanbul (B)

    1 Stop

    1

    Istanbul

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Not included

    Meals: Not included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infant seats available
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    From $1,599.00

    per person

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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