Arrival in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport - Upon arriving at Istanbul / SAW Airport, guests will be warmly welcomed and transported to their hotel.

Treasures of Istanbul

Hagia Sophia Mosque - Once the largest building on earth, except for the Egyptian Pyramids and the Great Wall of China, it served as the religious center of the city during the Byzantine era.

Topkapi Palace - Not only was it the imperial residence of the Sultan, but it also served as the seat of government for the Ottoman Empire, housing the Ottoman sultans for nearly four centuries.

Blue Mosque - Constructed by Ottoman Sultan Ahmet I in 1616, the Blue Mosque is now one of the most renowned landmarks of the old city, famous for its six minarets and stunning dome.

Hippodrome - Built by Roman Emperor Septimus Severus in 203 AD, the Hippodrome was the civic center during the Roman period, capable of holding 100,000 spectators.

Grand Bazaar - With 18 entrances and over 4,000 shops, it stands as one of the world’s greatest bazaars.

Sabiha Gökçen Havaalanı - After the tour, guests are driven back to their hotel to collect their luggage and then transported to the airport for a 1 hour 30-minute domestic flight to Izmir.

Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport - Upon arrival at Izmir Airport, guests are greeted by their driver who will safely transport them to their hotel.

Ancient Ephesus Tour

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - A church built in the 6th century AD atop the foundations of a 1st-century AD house, declared by the church as the final residence of Mary.

Ancient City of Ephesus - The best-preserved classical city in the Eastern Mediterranean. In the 1st century AD, Ephesus was the second-largest city in the world after Rome, with over 250,000 residents. Its preservation allows visitors to walk ancient streets among beautiful monuments, such as the third-largest library of the ancient world and the largest Roman theatre on the Asian continent, evoking a sense of time travel.

The Temple of Artemis - One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, its ancient cult dedicated to Artemis made Ephesus a renowned pilgrimage site.

Pamukkale Tour / Flight to Istanbul

Pamukkale Thermal Pools - Known as the Pools of Heaven on Earth, Pamukkale has long been a popular settlement where hot springs, believed to have healing powers, made it the earliest spa on earth. The unique terraces, formed by warm spring water at 35°C containing calcium bicarbonate, are now a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Hierapolis & Pamukkale - Home to the largest Necropolis in Anatolia with 1,200 gravestones. The Sacred Pool is a highlight, with shallow thermal waters rippling over ancient Roman ruins beneath.

Denizli Çardak Airport - After the tour, guests are driven to Çardak Airport for a 1 hour 30-minute domestic flight to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport - Upon arrival, guests are greeted by their driver who will safely transport them to their hotel.

Cruising on Bosphorus & Spice Bazaar

Misir Carsisi (Spice Market) - Known as the Egyptian Bazaar during the Ottoman period, as shopkeepers sold herbs and spices from Egypt and Asia.

Bosphorus Strait - Offers a magnificent view, blending rich history with beautiful nature. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, marble palaces, fortresses, and quaint fishing villages. The excursion passes the stunning Dolmabahce Palace, Rustem Pasa Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, and the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace.

Departure Day

Istanbul Airport - After breakfast at the hotel, guests check out and are driven to Istanbul / SAW Airport according to their flight time, marking the end of the service.

• 2 night accommodation in Kusadasi
• 3 night accommodation in Istanbul
• Lunch
• Economy class domestic flight tickets (if the “INCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected)
• Breakfast
• Transfer services from/to Airports (6 transfers)

• Beverage with Meals
• Personal Expenses
• Entry fee to historical sites
• Domestic flight tickets (if the “EXCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected)

Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Turkey with a tailored 6-day package. Visit Istanbul, where Asia meets Europe and the city that served as the capital for three different empires. Explore historical landmarks such as Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar. Experience Pamukkale, known as the Pools of Heaven on Earth, and Ancient Ephesus, an archaeological gem and the best-preserved classical city in the Eastern Mediterranean. Walk the ancient streets once traversed by Mother Mary, St. John, and St. Paul. Delve into the history of early Christians and immerse yourself in the local culture. Enjoy the delectable flavors of Turkish cuisine.

The tour offers two options: “INCLUDED FLIGHT TICKETS” and “EXCLUDED FLIGHT TICKETS.” Choose your preferred option when purchasing the tour.

• Free entry to hıstorical sites for childrens 8yr and below
• The tour combined with individual transfers, Domestic flights and small group tours with local expert tour guıdes ın the regions. There ıs no assistant service fort he flights in airports.
• Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and Basilica Cistern will be visited instead / Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays
• Some historical sites may be closed during religious or national holidays. Before booking the tour, you can contact our team and confirm whether there will be a closed sites for the dates you want to take the tour.
• Important Note: When comparing our programs, services and prices with other operators, please consider that our tours are in the form of small groups, hotels are ‘’special class’’ that centraly located, has a characteristic structure of the regions (not hotels where large groups stay), “planes” are used between destinations to facilitate transportation and the restaurants are “Family-owned local restaurants” that gives opportunity to taste local flavors through Anatolia.
• The tour offers INCLUDED and EXCLUDED domestic flight ticket options. Please select your preferred option during the booking process.
• For guests who choose the EXCLUDED flight tickets option, we will inform them which flights they need to purchase.
• Baggage allowance: 15 kg checked + 8 kg hand luggage. (if the “INCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected)

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.