Day 1 - Arrival Day

Istanbul

Upon arrival at Istanbul International Airport, you will be greeted by our representative, who will assist you and arrange your transfer to the hotel. Once known as Byzantium and later Constantinople, Istanbul has served as the capital of three great empires — Byzantine, Roman, and Ottoman. Today, it remains one of the world’s most captivating cities, straddling two continents, Europe and Asia. With its rich blend of museums, bustling bazaars, domes, minarets, palaces, churches, mosques, and vibrant neighborhoods, Istanbul is truly a melting pot of history, culture, and modern life. Spend the evening at leisure and enjoy your first night in this fascinating city. Overnight in Istanbul

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Day 2

Istanbul City Tour

After breakfast, begin a full-day exploration of Istanbul’s historic treasures. Your tour starts at the Hippodrome, the ancient center of Byzantine civic life and the site of legendary chariot races. You’ll see the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column, and the Column of Constantine, all silent witnesses to centuries of imperial pageantry. Next, visit the stunning Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque, better known as the Blue Mosque, famous for its striking blue Iznik tiles and majestic architecture. Just across the square stands the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, once the Church of Divine Wisdom. This awe-inspiring monument, with its grand dome and golden mosaics, was the largest church in the world for nearly a thousand years and remains one of the greatest examples of Byzantine architecture. After a break for lunch, visit Asil Efendi, a delightful marketplace filled with the aromas of exotic spices, Turkish coffee, and sweets. Browse through stalls offering handmade ceramics, olive oil soaps, Turkish delights, and other souvenirs. In the evening, return to your hotel to rest or, if you wish, take part in an optional Bosphorus Dinner Cruise — a magical evening sailing between Europe and Asia, with dinner, unlimited drinks, traditional dance performances, and live music under the city lights. Overnight in Istanbul. (Breakfast and Lunch included)

OPTIONAL DINNER CRUISE ON THE BOSPHORUS TOUR: Tonight Between 19:30 to 23:30 we have an optional Entertaining Dinner Cruise program on the Bosphorus, where Europe and Asia are connected. You will spend an unforgettable night on the Bosphorus with dinner, unlimited local alcoholic and non-alcoholic soft drinks, belly dance show, Turkish Folklore show, DJ Performance and great entertainment on Bosphorus Dinner Cruise. End of the entertainment at about midnight (00:00 am), transfer to your hotel. 

Please Note: Please do not forget to carry headscarf with you for the visit of religious places as Blue Mosque & Haghia Sophia Mosque

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Day 3

Gallipoli Tour

Depart early in the morning for Gallipoli, a place of immense historical significance. After a short rest stop en route, arrive around midday and enjoy lunch before touring the World War I battlefields. Visit the Gabatepe Museum, then continue to Ariburnu Cemetery and Anzac Cove, where the Gallipoli campaign began. Walk through solemn memorials such as the Beach Cemetery, Lone Pine, and Chunuk Bair, each honoring the courage and sacrifice of soldiers from around the world. The day ends with a drive to your hotel in Canakkale. Overnight in Canakkale.     (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

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Day 4

Troy Tour - Pergamon - Kusadasi

After breakfast, travel to the ancient city of Troy, immortalized in Homer’s Iliad. Explore the archaeological ruins and learn about the legend of the Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. Continue to Pergamon for lunch, followed by a visit to the Acropolis, once a great cultural and political center known for its temples and grand library. On the way to Kusadasi, stop at a local jewelry center renowned for fine craftsmanship in silver and precious stones. Arrive in Kusadasi in the evening and relax after a day steeped in ancient history. Overnight in Kusadasi. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

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Day 5

Kusadasi - Ephesus Tour - Turkish Village Sirince

Following breakfast, embark on a guided tour of Ephesus, one of the most beautifully preserved ancient cities in the world. Walk through Curetes Street, visit the Temple of Artemis, explore the Roman Baths, the magnificent Library of Celsus, and the impressive Grand Theatre. After lunch, stop by a traditional carpet-weaving center to learn about one of Turkey’s oldest crafts. Later, visit Sirince, a charming hillside village with Greek-style houses and cobbled streets. Known for its fruit wines, Sirince offers a glimpse into traditional Anatolian life. You’ll have the chance to taste local wines and even learn how they’re made. On your way back, visit one of the region’s renowned leather workshops for an authentic shopping experience. Overnight in Kusadasi. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

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Day 6

Kusadasi - Pamukkale Tour

After breakfast, travel to Pamukkale, known as the “Cotton Castle” for its dazzling white travertine terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal waters. After lunch, explore the ancient ruins of Hierapolis, once a thriving Roman spa city, and enjoy the opportunity to bathe in its natural thermal pools. Later, visit a local textile factory and see why Pamukkale is also famous for its quality fabrics. You may choose to enhance your day with optional tandem paragliding over the travertines, offering breathtaking views of this UNESCO World Heritage site. In the evening, relax at your thermal hotel and enjoy a dip in its soothing hot springs. Overnight in Pamukkale. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

OPTIONAL TANDEM PARAGLIDING: After Pamukkale Trip, we recommend you to Optional Pamukkale Paragliding tour. Make your Pamukkale Tour unforgettable by participating in Pamukkale Tandem Paragliding Tour. Enjoy a flight over the stunning and infamous White Mountain in Pamukkale and observe spectacular views over this unique area's attractions. Tandem Paragliding in Pamukkale is an ideal alternative experience for those who wish to feel some excited moments. It can also be the perfect way to explore the attractions from above and appreciate the beauty of the natural scenery. This tour will end approximately 17.30 and then you will be back to your hotel. We will stay in the thermal hotel, which has the most beautiful natural hot water of Pamukkale, and you can enjoy the hot thermal pool in the hotel.

OPTIONAL HOT AIR BALLOON TOUR: As an option, the next day, we will have the opportunity to take a Hot Air Balloon Flight over Pamukkale's unique white travertines early in the morning, if you want to experience this perfect and unique hot air balloon trip, please make your reservation before you go to Pamukkale. 

 

 

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Day 7

Pamukkale to Antalya

Those taking part in the Hot Air Balloon tour will rise early to watch the sunrise over the ancient city of Hierapolis and the white terraces below—a truly unforgettable sight. After landing, celebrate with a traditional champagne toast before returning to the hotel for breakfast. Later in the morning, depart for Antalya, a scenic drive of about four hours. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.  The trip is going to take roughly 3 to 4 hours. Once you reach Antalya, check in to your hotel and rest of time is yours.  Overnight in Antalya. (Breakfast and Dinner included)

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Day 8

Antalya Old City Tour and Waterfalls

Begin the day with a tour of Antalya’s historic Old City, known as Kaleiçi. Stroll through narrow cobbled streets lined with Ottoman-era houses, and see landmarks such as the Marina, Clock Tower, Hadrian’s Gate, the Broken Minaret, and Hidirlik Tower. Each site tells a story of the city’s evolution from Roman to Byzantine to Ottoman rule. After lunch, visit the breathtaking Duden Waterfalls, where crystal-clear streams tumble dramatically into the Mediterranean. Return to your hotel for dinner and relaxation. Overnight in Antalya. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

 

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Day 9

Antalya - Konya – Cappadocia

After breakfast, depart for Cappadocia with a stop in Konya, the spiritual heart of Turkey. Enjoy lunch and visit the Mevlana Museum, home to the tomb of Rumi, the 13th-century Sufi mystic who inspired the Whirling Dervishes. Continue to Cappadocia, arriving in the early evening. Settle into your cave-style hotel and perhaps join the optional Turkish Night Show, where you’ll enjoy folk dances, belly dancing, and traditional Anatolian cuisine in an authentic setting. Overnight in Cappadocia. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
 

Please Note: If you wish to join our optional activity of Cappadocia Hor Air Ballooning for tomorrow, please contact with your guide and register because it will take place early the next morning.

OPTIONAL CAPPADOCIA TURKISH NIGHT SHOW: During the evening at 19:30 PM., we have an Optional Tour to enjoy our Turkish Night Shows, which are traditions that have survived from the Ottoman Empire to the present day. You may have great fun in the real caves, with the rich Anatolian food menu, unlimited local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, belly dance show, Turkish Folklore show, DJ Performance and warm service of Anatolian Hospitality. 
 

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Day 10

Cappadocia Tour with Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum

An early morning Hot Air Balloon flight is available for those who wish to witness Cappadocia’s surreal landscape at sunrise — a magical sight of fairy chimneys and valleys glowing under the first light. After breakfast, begin your full-day Cappadocia tour with a visit to Özkonak Underground City, one of the best-preserved examples of the region’s ancient subterranean settlements. Continue to the Göreme Open-Air Museum, where centuries-old cave churches display stunning frescoes depicting scenes from the life of Christ. Next, explore the village of Çavuşin, known for its abandoned cave houses, and stop in Avanos for lunch and a pottery-making demonstration. Visit Love Valley and Devrent (Imagination) Valley to admire their unique rock formations before ending the day at the famous Three Beauties -the iconic fairy chimneys that symbolize Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia. (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

 

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Day 11

Cappadocia to Istanbul - End of Tour

After breakfast you will have free time in Cappadocia. Today we depart for Cappadocia Airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul and then back to home. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the future in one of our tours again. Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing IBMT Tours. (Breakfast included)

 

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Includes:

• Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul airport
• 2 nights hotel in Istanbul
• 1 night hotel in Canakkale
• 2 nights in Kusadasi
• 1 night in Pamukkale
• 2 nights in Antalya
• 2 nights in Cappadocia
• 10 buffet breakfasts
• 8 lunches
• 8 Dinners
• Guided Istanbul City Tour
• Guided Gallipoli Tour
• Guided Troy Tour
• Guided Acropolis of Pergamon Tour
• Guided Ephesus and Sirince Village Tour
• Guided Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour
• Guided Antalya Old City Tour with Waterfalls
• Guided Konya Tour
• Guided Cappadocia Tour with Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum
• Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
• Professional English - speaking tour guides
• All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
• Return airport transfer
• Domestic flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul (price to be confirmed at time of booking, as based on availability)

 

Excludes:

• International flights
• Tipping
• Insurance: All types
• Hotel room taxes
• Insurance: All types
• Turkey entry visa
• Hotel room taxes
• Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
• Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section

 

Destination	HOTEL CATEGORY & LISTS
Istanbul	5 Star La Quinta by Wyndham Istanbul
Canakkale	4 Star Troia Tusan Hotel
Kusadasi	4 Star Casa De Sole Hotel
Pamukkale	5 Star Pam Thermal Hotel
Antalya	4 Star Best Western Plus Khan Hotel
Cappadocia	El Puente Cave Hotel