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Day 1: ANTALYA
Welcome to Antalya, Turkey! Upon arrival, we’ll ensure your transfer to the hotel. Detailed information about the meeting time and location will be displayed on the boards at the hotel reception.
In the afternoon, we’ll explore Antalya on a short tour of this vibrant coastal city, home to over a million residents. The tour highlights include Hadrian’s Gate, the historic Ottoman quarter, and a spectacular waterfall cascading directly into the sea. Dinner is included.
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Day 2: ANTALYA - ASPENDOS - SIDE - KARAMAN - NIGDE
We’ll leave Antalya to visit the remarkable Roman theater in Aspendos, celebrated as one of the most well-preserved ancient theaters in the world. Afterward, we’ll continue to Side, where you can marvel at the Temple of Apollo by the sea and wander through its bustling streets and vibrant port.
As we journey through picturesque landscapes, we’ll traverse the Taurus Mountains, renowned for their peaks that rise over 3,500 meters and are often snow-capped. Along the way, we’ll make a brief stop in Karaman to see its historic fortress from the outside before proceeding to Nigde in the Cappadocia region. Dinner will be served.
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Day 3: NIGDE - CAPPADOCIA
This day will be devoted to exploring Cappadocia’s unique landscapes, ancient churches, and underground cities. We’ll start with a visit to Gumusler, a 7th-century underground monastery famous for its stunning Byzantine frescoes. Following that, we’ll delve into Kaymacli, an underground city that could house up to 30,000 people.
Later, we’ll visit Uchisar, a natural rock fortress offering panoramic views of the surrounding region. After lunch, we’ll continue to the Göreme Valley, where we’ll explore the open-air museum and its incredible rock-carved churches (tickets included). Dinner and overnight accommodation will be in Avanos.
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Day 4: CAPPADOCIA - SAFRANBOLU
We’ll travel through the heart of Anatolia, heading north toward the lush, green landscapes of Safranbolu. By early afternoon, we’ll arrive in this charming UNESCO-listed town, which was once an important stop on ancient trade routes. Enjoy a traditional Turkish tea in the courtyard of a beautifully restored caravanserai before settling in for an included dinner.
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Day 5: SAFRANBOLU - GÖKGÖL MAGRASI - EREGLI - ISTANBUL
Our journey continues along the scenic Black Sea coast, surrounded by its verdant beauty. The first stop is Gökgöl Magrasi, where you’ll explore a captivating cave featuring vibrant rock formations and an underground river (admission included).
Next, we’ll visit Eregli, a delightful coastal town, where you’ll have time for lunch. Later, we’ll explore the mythologically significant Cehennemagzi caves before making our way to Istanbul by evening.
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Day 6: ISTANBUL
A day full of discoveries awaits as we take a panoramic tour of Istanbul. Highlights include a visit to the Süleymaniye Mosque, the largest in the city, and stops at the ancient city walls, the Golden Horn, and the bustling fishing district. We’ll also admire the exterior of Hagia Sophia and visit the Topkapi Palace (tickets included), a historic Ottoman administrative center with magnificent courtyards and pavilions.
In the evening, we’ll transfer you to Taksim, Istanbul’s lively commercial hub, where you can dine at one of the many restaurants or visit the nearby Galata Tower.
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Day 7: ISTANBUL
We’ll begin the day with a two-hour private Bosphorus cruise (tickets included). This scenic journey through the strait separating Europe and Asia offers stunning views of bustling waterways, grand Ottoman palaces, and traditional wooden houses.
You’ll pass beneath the two bridges connecting the continents before returning to central Istanbul for a relaxing afternoon of free time.
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Day 8: ISTANBUL
After breakfast, your unforgettable journey concludes, leaving you with wonderful memories of this extraordinary trip.