Cappadocia

Cappadocia - Guests are welcomed at Cappadocia (Nevşehir or Kayseri) airport. They are picked up from the airport and transported to their hotel in Cappadocia.

Cappadocia

Uchisar Castle - The tour begins at 09:30. The first stop is Uçhisar Castle, located at the highest point in the region. It features a unique castle structure with graves, tunnels, and churches, unlike any other in the world.

Zelve Open Air Museum - Cappadocia is a place of wonders with countless activities. This article highlights one of the most remarkable sites: Zelve Open Air Museum. Situated near Pasabag Monks Valley between Avanos and Goreme, Zelve Valley is a renowned outdoor museum and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where visitors can admire the sharp, pointed fairy chimneys.

Pasabag - Known for its three-headed fairy chimneys, Pasabag, or the Pasha’s Vineyard, is surrounded by stunning natural rock formations, creating a breathtaking view.

Avanos - Enjoy a one-hour lunch at a popular local restaurant, starting with soup and followed by a self-service meal.

Bezirhane Culture, Arts and Ceramics Center - Since 2000 BC, the Hittites have utilized red clays (terra rosa) from the Kızılırmak River, Turkey’s longest river, and white clays (kaolin) from volcanic hills. These clays were shaped by hand on spinning wheels for daily use.

Devrent Valley - The ruins at Devrent span three valleys, featuring several pointed fairy chimneys with large stems.

Urgup - The “fairy chimneys” with caps, primarily found near Ürgüp, have a conical body topped with a boulder. The cone is made of tufa and volcanic ash, while the cap consists of a harder rock like lahar or ignimbrite. These iconic chimneys, known as holy spirit chimneys, include a mother, father, and son formation.

Sentez Avanos Hali - Rug Workshop & Store - Each carpet, with its intricate patterns, conveys messages, beliefs, and symbols. These patterns represent emotions, desires, or wishes, creating a living history from ancient times to the present, where women have woven their joys and sorrows into beautiful codes and magical letters. The tour concludes at 17:30, and guests are returned to their hotel.

Cappadocia

Goreme Panorama - The tour begins with a panoramic view of Goreme, where guests learn about the history and formation of Cappadocia while admiring the fairy chimneys. There is also free time for photography.

Derinkuyu Underground City - After a 40-minute drive, guests arrive at the Underground City. Initially used as a natural deep freeze by locals, it later served as a shelter for late Romans against potential Arabian invasions. With the guide’s detailed explanations, guests spend about an hour exploring.

Ihlara Valley - Located 52 km from the Underground City, Ihlara Canyon is reached after approximately 45 minutes. Formed by volcanic activity from Mt. Hasan and erosion by the Melendiz River, the 80-meter-deep canyon stretches 14 km. Historically, Christians inhabited parts of the valley, carving and painting churches. Guests hike about 3.5 km, lasting 1 hour and 15 minutes, before arriving at a restaurant for lunch.

Belisirma - Enjoy a one-hour lunch in the valley by the river, starting with soup and salad, followed by a choice of main dishes, and ending with seasonal fruits.

Selime Monastery - Initially resembling a castle, the monastery’s shelters, churches, chapels, bedrooms, storages, and large cathedral reveal its true nature. Guests learn about monastic life in Cappadocia.

Pigeon Valley - After the climb to Selime Monastery, guests have about an hour to rest before reaching Pigeon Valley. The guide shares traditions, cultures, and stories about Anatolia along the way. Upon arrival, pigeons greet guests at the top of the valley. Pigeons have been significant to Cappadocians, with their eggs and droppings used for various purposes. Locals carved “houses” for them into the valley slopes, which guests can see firsthand.

Kapadokya El Sanatları Merkezi - The tour concludes with a visit to an onyx factory in Uchisar. Onyx, a volcanic stone with various colors and minerals, is found in Cappadocia. A master provides information on onyx shaping, followed by a demonstration.

Konya - The tour ends at 17:30, and guests are driven to KONYA, arriving at 20:00 to check into their hotel.

Konya

Mevlana Muzesi - The tour starts at 09:00 with a visit to the Tomb of Rumi in the Museum of Mevlana, a significant pilgrimage site for Muslims.

Alaeddin Mosque - Next, guests visit the Ottoman-era Sultan Selim mosque before enjoying lunch at a traditional Turkish restaurant.

Kultur Park Alaeddin Tepesi - After lunch, the tour continues to Alaaddin Hill.

Antalya - After the tour, guests are driven to Antalya and check into their hotel.

Antalya

Aspendos Ruins - On the first day in Antalya, guests are picked up from their hotel for a full-day archaeological tour, starting with the ancient and magnificent theater of Aspendos.

Perge Ancient City - Before lunch, the tour continues to the ancient city of Perge, showcasing its beauty.

Antalya

Kemer - On the second day in Antalya, guests are picked up from their hotel by bus at 09:30 and driven to Kemer harbor.

Phaselis - Guests board a boat and cruise to the ancient port city of Phaselis, entering through the gate built in honor of the Roman Emperor Hadrian.

Pamukkale - At the end of the tour, guests travel to Pamukkale in a private minivan.

Pamukkale

Pamukkale - Upon arrival in Pamukkale, guests are met and transferred to their hotel. They are picked up at 09:30 for a day tour, starting with a visit to the red springs in the nearby village of Karahayit. The tour then enters Hierapolis from the North Gate, visiting the Necropolis, before driving to Kusadası.

Hierapolis & Pamukkale - Guests are picked up at 09:30 for a day tour, beginning with a visit to the red springs in Karahayit. The tour enters Hierapolis from the North Gate, visiting the Necropolis.

Cleopatra Pools - Guests have free time to swim in the Cleopatra Antique Thermal Pool (extra admission fee) and conclude the Hierapolis tour with a visit to the large, well-preserved Theatre.

Pamukkale Thermal Pools - The tour concludes with a visit to the Travertines (white calcium pools), where guests can take photos and wade in the water. After leaving the site, a late lunch is provided, followed by a drive to İzmir.

Ephesus

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - The tour begins at the port of Kusadasi, proceeding to the House of the Virgin Mary, offering scenic views of the Byzantine fortress in Selcuk and the Temple of Artemis. The winding road provides stunning views of the valley en route to the Shrine of St. Mary. The small house, beautifully located in the Solmissos Mountains, is considered by the Vatican to be the Virgin Mary’s final resting place.

Ephesus Museum - The tour continues to ancient Ephesus, where guests pass through the arched Magnesia Gate and take a leisurely downhill walk to the ruins of the Roman provincial capital. The knowledgeable guide highlights sights such as the well-preserved Temple of Hadrian, the magnificent Trajan Fountain, the Odeon Theater, used for political and entertainment purposes, and the beautiful Celsus Library with its impressive façade and two-story Corinthian-style columns.

Ancient City of Ephesus - The dramatic Great Theater, one of the few structures still in use today, seats twenty-five thousand. Once an arena for gladiator games, it now hosts annual spring festivals. The tour concludes at 17:30, and guests are returned to their hotel.

Ephesus

Pergamon Theatre - Guests are picked up from their hotel at 09:30 to visit Pergamon Acropolis and Asclepion, an ancient hospital, health center, and the propylaeum of the Temple of Athena. At the end of the tour, guests are driven to İzmir airport or Kuşadası bus station.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Private tour
• Professional guide
• Round-trip private transfer
• 8 nights accommodation
• Lunch
• Breakfast
• Port pickup and drop-off

• Drinks
• Lunch
• Dinner

• Children must be accompanied by an adult

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.