Fully Loaded Turkey Tour 9 Nights 10 Days

Welcome to Istanbul! Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel. Check in and spend the day at your leisure. You can explore the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest markets, featuring over 4,000 shops. You can visit Taksim Square, a lively area known for its shops, cafes, and nightlife. Then, you can discover the Maiden's Tower, an iconic structure with panoramic views and rich history, and visit other attractions. Later, return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

EVENING BOSPHORUS CRUISE WITH DINNER

Enjoy magical views of Istanbul from the Bosphorus on this dinner cruise. Sail on a yacht and watch a show with traditional Turkish folk dancing. Enjoy dinner and drinks while seeing sights like the Dolmabahçe Palace, the Galata Tower, and the Bosphorus Bridge. Dine on your tasty food while watching live entertainment like Turkish folk dancing, Latin flamenco dancing, and a DJ. Gaze out the window at the imposing Galata Tower and Maiden's Tower, which has stood since the medieval Byzantine period. Enjoy shows such as live music, Dervishes, Turkish dances, Latin dance, flamenco, Sirtaki, and belly dance in the middle of the Bosphorus. Capture pictures of the Baroque Revival architecture of Dolmabahçe Palace and the Ortaköy Mosque. Admire the Bosphorus and Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridges which span the Bosphorus strait. Take in the waterside Ottoman architecture of the Beylerbeyi Palace. Includes • Hotel pickup and drop-off • Dinner • Live entertainment program • Turkish coffee and tea

Today, get ready to explore Istanbul. Start your tour with a visit to the Grand Mosque, a significant historical and cultural landmark. Next, explore the Blue Mosque, renowned for its stunning blue tiles and six minarets. Visit Topkapi Palace, the opulent residence of Ottoman Sultans, offering a glimpse into royal life with its vast courtyards and historic treasures. Later, you'll be transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.

1.Istanbul The Bursa Day Tour begins during the morning from the city centre of Istanbul. A fully air conditioned bus will pick you up from your hotel. A tour guide will accompany you during this trip in order to provide interesting descriptions and assist you. 1 hour 2. Istanbul In order to reach Bursa, the bus will drive you towards a harbour in order to enjoy a car ferry ride while passing the Marmara Sea. During this ferry trip, you can enjoy views over Bosporus and over the imposing bridges that connect Asia and Europe. Total Distance between Istanbul and Bursa is 2 hours 2 hours 3. Bursa By the end of your free time, the bus will continue towards the next stop of the excursion. A stop will also be made at a shop selling authentic Turkish delight. This worldwide famous dessert is one of the sweetest memories you will have from Turkey. Thus, do not miss the chance to purchase your favourites from this shop. 1 hour 4. Uludag National Park Once the free time is over, you will enter in a cable car and enjoy an exciting and fun ride towards Bursa’s city centre. The feature that distinguishes us from other companies organizing Bursa tours is that we include REAL trip with the cable car which takes about 30 minutes, instead of a basic 7-minute chairlift ride. In our tour, you are in a cabinet of a real cable car. 1 hour 5. Uludag National Park When you arrive in Bursa, you will visit a 600-year old plane tree to snap some photos. Then, you will be driven towards Uludag Mountain. At a local restaurant there, you will enjoy a delicious meal in a quiet setting. After the lunch break, you will have free time to explore the area and enjoy your time in the mountain. 3 hours 6 Bursa At the centre, a bus will be waiting for you in order to transfer you to the Green Mosque. This monument forms one of the most important ones in the city. It includes multiple important rooms, such as a library and tombs. The interior of this mosque will impress you as it is beautifully decorated with green tiles. 1 hour 7 Istanbul The bus will then start driving towards Istanbul by following the same route. According to the schedule, return to your hotel in expected during the night.

Bodrum is a city on the Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea. The city features twin bays with views of Bodrum Castle. This medieval fortress was built partly with stones from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, completed in the 4th century B.C. The city is also a gateway for nearby beach towns and resorts

The Orak Island Boat Tour departs from Halikarnas harbor at 11:00 AM, and makes its first stop at Red Bay, where you’ll be able to enjoy a short swim. Continue to Orak Island, and one of the most beautiful bays in the region. You’ll have about 2 hours to swim in the crystal clear waters and enjoy the white sand. After leaving Orak Bay, there will be 2 additional stops at different bays, where you’ll also be able to swim and snorkel. The exact itinerary will depend on sea conditions the day of your boat tour. You can be sure of stopping at a number of beautiful sheltered bays on the Bodrum peninsula. Midway through the tour you’ll have lunch on board, which is freshly prepared by the staff. Meals can vary, but usually include fresh salad, grilled chicken and rice or a pasta dish. In the afternoon, enjoy melon and Turkish tea with biscuits. Admire views of the picturesque coastline of the Bodrum peninsula on the return trip back to Halikarnas harbor.

Antalya is a Turkish resort city with a yacht-filled Old Harbor and beaches flanked by large hotels. It's a gateway to Turkey's southern Mediterranean region, known as the Turquoise Coast for its blue waters. Remnants remain from Antalya's time as a major Roman port.

Embark on a full-day trip to Pamukkale and the ancient city of Hierapolis from Antalya. See the Cotton Palace, Roman theater, Apollo temple, and more while learning about the history from your guide. You will also enjoy a delicious lunch and a refreshing dip in the warm waters. After being picked up from Antalya start the drive to Pamukkale. Take a lunch break before visiting the cascading snow-white terraced cliffs of this mysterious cotton palace. The calcite-laden waters that had created this unreal landscape come from springs located in a 200-meter-high cliff that overlooks the plain. Marvel at the mineral forests, petrified waterfalls, and the series of terraced basins created by these waters. At the end of the 2nd century B.C. the kings of Pergamon established the thermal spa of Hierapolis. The ruins of the baths, temples and other Greek monuments can be seen at the site. The temples were significant trade centers for ancient Hierapolis. See the Roman theater, the Apollo temple, Roman baths, fountains, and the agora. After the tour, have a chance to swim in thermal pools. An additional option is to swim in Cleopatra’s Pool, for an extra fee

After checking out of your hotel, you'll be transferred to Avanos. Upon arrival, you'll be driven to your hotel. Check in and relax for a while.

9:00 AM: Depart from your accommodation in Cappadocia. 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM: Visit Göreme Open Air Museum. Explore the ancient rock-cut churches and frescoes. Learn about the history and significance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. 11:45 AM - 12:45 AM: Drive to Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley). Admire the unique fairy chimneys and rock formations. Explore the valley and take photos of the distinct mushroom-shaped rocks. Midday: Uchisar Fortress and Lunch 13:00 PM - 14:00 PM: Enjoy your lunch in a local restaurant. Afternoon: Explore Özkonak Underground City. Descend into the underground city and learn about its history and function. Discover the tunnels, rooms, and ventilation shafts used by ancient inhabitants.Visit 15:30-16:00 Uchisar Fortress. Visit fortress for panoramic views of Cappadocia. Learn about the fortress's history and strategic importance. 16:15 PM - 16:30 PM: Drive to Pigeon Valley. Stop for a scenic walk through the valley, named for the numerous pigeon houses carved into the cliffs. Enjoy breathtaking views of the valley and rock formations. 16:45 PM - 17:15 PM: Visit Esentepe Hill. Capture panoramic photos of the stunning Cappadocian landscape from this viewpoint. Evening: Return Note: There may be shopping stops in between depending on your interest.

This is the final day of your amazing trip after breakfast; morning is free for leisure activities. Check out from the Hotel for Airport to your onward journey back to home.