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Istanbul, Cappadocia and Ephesus 4 days

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Istanbul, Cappadocia and Ephesus 4 days 3
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Istanbul, Cappadocia and Ephesus 4 days 2
Istanbul, Cappadocia and Ephesus 4 days 3
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Arrival in Istanbul Upon your arrival, we will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to your hotel. You have the rest of the day to explore the enchanting city of Istanbul at your leisure.


Day 1 – Istanbul (breakfast, lunch)

After breakfast, we will pick you up from your hotel for a comprehensive full-day guided tour of Istanbul's historical core. The tour includes visits to the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Topkapi Palace, and Rustem Pasa Mosque. After the tour, we'll transfer you to the airport for an evening flight to Cappadocia. Spend the night in a comfortable cave hotel in Cappadocia.


Day 2 – Cappadocia (breakfast, lunch)

Our full-day Cappadocia tour begins with a visit to the Göreme Panorama, offering stunning views of Göreme Village. We will then explore the Göreme Open Air Museum, renowned for its Byzantine art in churches and chapels. Following this, we head to Ortahisar to see its fortress and citrus caves, then to Pasabag (Monks Valley) with its distinctive fairy chimneys. We’ll continue through the Imagination Valley (Devrent) to see rock formations resembling various animals. After lunch at a local restaurant, we’ll walk along the Red River in Avanos, known for its pottery workshops. You’ll have the opportunity to observe pottery-making and even try it yourself. Our day concludes with a drive through Love Valley before returning to your hotel for a free evening and overnight stay in Cappadocia.


Day 3 – Cappadocia (breakfast, lunch)

Around 09:30, your driver and guide will pick you up for your second day of exploration in Cappadocia. We start with Uchisar Castle, a rocky outcrop fortress dating back to Roman times. We then hike about 4 km through Red Valley and Rose Valley, discovering hidden churches used by early Christians. We’ll reach Cavusin village, notable for its cave dwellings and ancient Greek houses, including the Church of St. John the Baptist, which dates back to the 5th century. After lunch at a local restaurant, we'll visit Kaymakli Underground City, where early Christians took refuge. We’ll also explore Pigeon Valley, known for its carved pigeon houses, and end at the Three Beauties of Ürgüp, Cappadocia's iconic fairy chimneys. After the tour, we’ll transfer you to the airport for a flight to Izmir (direct or via Istanbul depending on the day). Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi/Selcuk.


Day 4 – Ephesus (breakfast, lunch)

After breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up around 09:00 to begin your Ephesus tour. You’ll visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, explore the ancient city of Ephesus, including the Hadrian Temple, Celsus Library, Theatre, baths, and old harbor. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. The final stop is the House of the Virgin Mary, a revered site for both Muslims and Christians, where Mary is believed to have spent her final years. At the end of the tour, you’ll be transferred to the airport for a flight to Istanbul or other destinations to continue your vacation.


What is Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in the Urgup, Goreme, Avanos area
  • Hotel accommodation based on double occupancy; single occupancy surcharge applies
  • Domestic flight tickets: Istanbul to Cappadocia and Cappadocia to Izmir
  • Transportation by a comfortable, air-conditioned, non-smoking van
  • Professional, experienced, and licensed guide throughout the tour
  • Entry fees to museums and sites listed in the itinerary
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Parking fees and all taxes


What is Excluded

  • Drinks during meals
  • Tips for guide and driver
  • Personal expenses