Highlights of Turkey
Rs.83400
per person• 05 nights / 06 days
• Tour Code: TUR001
• Istanbul (3)
• Cappadocia (2)
Highlights
- 03 nights in Istanbul
- 02 nights in Cappadocia Cave Hotel
- Relics of Istanbul Tour: Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, The Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar
- Pearls of Istanbul Tour: Dolmabahce Palace, Spice Bazaar
- Cappadocia: Cappadocia City Tour, Goreme Open Air Museum
- All airport – hotel – airport transfers by private AC vehicle
- All tours and sightseeing by SIC (shared)
- We only recommend hotels with good ratings on TripAdvisor
05 nights & 06 days
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DepartureEx-Istanbul
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Departure TimeAll Year Round
1
Day 01: Arrival in Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey.
On arrival at Istanbul airport, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Overnight Stay at Istanbul.
On arrival at Istanbul airport, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Overnight Stay at Istanbul.
2
Day 02: Relics of Istanbul Tour
Pick-up time is at 08:00 am, please be ready 10 minutes before the pick up at the lobby.
After recovering from your journey, meet your guide to stretch your legs and we will begin the walking tour from the Sultanahmet district, the heart of old Istanbul. We will visit Topkapi Palace (closed on Tuesdays), which, from the 15th to the 19th century, was the principal residence of the Ottoman Sultans. Topkapi Palace is now a museum. It also possesses numerous Ottoman court costumes and ceramics, notably including one of the world’s finest collections of Chinese celadon ceramics, many of which were gifts from other rulers. We also visit the Imperial Armory, displaying centuries of Ottoman weaponry. But perhaps the loveliest feature of Topkapi Palace is its courtyards with their ancient trees; it is easy to imagine the sultan strolling here far from the cares of state and empire.
Next, we will visit Hagia Sophia, it was built by the Emperor Justinian in the early 6th century AD and designed by Anthemius of Tralles and Isidore of Miletus, the church is one of the marvels of world architecture. Converted into a mosque in 1453, it is now a museum. Its massive dome still dominates the skyline of old Istanbul. It is also famed for its mosaics, including glittering portraits of emperors and empresses and a poignant Virgin and Child.
After lunch break (on your own expenses), you will visit The Hippodrome, the stadium of ancient Byzantium, held 100,000 spectators and featured objects from all corners of the empire. Of these, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi.
Continue to the Blue Mosque, which takes its name from the exquisite tiles adorning its interior. Built by Sultan Ahmet I in the early 17th century and designed by a pupil of Sinan, the greatest of Ottoman architects, it is the only imperial mosque with six minarets. Its courtyard is especially grand.
Next, explore The Grand Bazaar (closed on Sundays), which was the commercial heart of the old city and its 4,000 shops are full of treasures including carpets and kilims, silks, jewelry, ceramics, icons, and leather goods. Wandering through the Grand Bazaar, indulge in some shopping, Ottoman style. Return back to hotel later.
Overnight Stay at Istanbul.
Note: All the sightseeing today is on foot and with public transportation tram. Please wear comfortable footwear and do not hesitate to tell your guide if you need to take a break.
After recovering from your journey, meet your guide to stretch your legs and we will begin the walking tour from the Sultanahmet district, the heart of old Istanbul. We will visit Topkapi Palace (closed on Tuesdays), which, from the 15th to the 19th century, was the principal residence of the Ottoman Sultans. Topkapi Palace is now a museum. It also possesses numerous Ottoman court costumes and ceramics, notably including one of the world’s finest collections of Chinese celadon ceramics, many of which were gifts from other rulers. We also visit the Imperial Armory, displaying centuries of Ottoman weaponry. But perhaps the loveliest feature of Topkapi Palace is its courtyards with their ancient trees; it is easy to imagine the sultan strolling here far from the cares of state and empire.
Next, we will visit Hagia Sophia, it was built by the Emperor Justinian in the early 6th century AD and designed by Anthemius of Tralles and Isidore of Miletus, the church is one of the marvels of world architecture. Converted into a mosque in 1453, it is now a museum. Its massive dome still dominates the skyline of old Istanbul. It is also famed for its mosaics, including glittering portraits of emperors and empresses and a poignant Virgin and Child.
After lunch break (on your own expenses), you will visit The Hippodrome, the stadium of ancient Byzantium, held 100,000 spectators and featured objects from all corners of the empire. Of these, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi.
Continue to the Blue Mosque, which takes its name from the exquisite tiles adorning its interior. Built by Sultan Ahmet I in the early 17th century and designed by a pupil of Sinan, the greatest of Ottoman architects, it is the only imperial mosque with six minarets. Its courtyard is especially grand.
Next, explore The Grand Bazaar (closed on Sundays), which was the commercial heart of the old city and its 4,000 shops are full of treasures including carpets and kilims, silks, jewelry, ceramics, icons, and leather goods. Wandering through the Grand Bazaar, indulge in some shopping, Ottoman style. Return back to hotel later.
Overnight Stay at Istanbul.
Note: All the sightseeing today is on foot and with public transportation tram. Please wear comfortable footwear and do not hesitate to tell your guide if you need to take a break.
3
Day 03: Pearls of Istanbul
Pick-up time is at 08:00 am, please be ready 10 minutes before the pick up at the lobby.
Meet your guide in the morning and begin your tour, which is partly walking and using the public transportation. You will begin with a visit to the opulent Dolmabahce Palace on the banks of the Bosporus. This palace more resembles the grand palaces of Europe in the 19th century and was built by Sultan Abdulmecid to rival the greatest palaces of St. Petersburg, Paris and London. Don’t miss the crystal staircase, the unique alabaster baths and the enormous Ceremonial Hall, designed to hold 2,500 guests.
In the afternoon, continue on a tour of the 17th century Spice Bazaar, where you can find a vast diversity of spices, sacks of henna, many varieties of oils and herbs, and of course the world’s very best Turkish delight. Rest of the day is at leisure for your own time to explore and shop on your own.
Overnight Stay at Istanbul.
Meet your guide in the morning and begin your tour, which is partly walking and using the public transportation. You will begin with a visit to the opulent Dolmabahce Palace on the banks of the Bosporus. This palace more resembles the grand palaces of Europe in the 19th century and was built by Sultan Abdulmecid to rival the greatest palaces of St. Petersburg, Paris and London. Don’t miss the crystal staircase, the unique alabaster baths and the enormous Ceremonial Hall, designed to hold 2,500 guests.
In the afternoon, continue on a tour of the 17th century Spice Bazaar, where you can find a vast diversity of spices, sacks of henna, many varieties of oils and herbs, and of course the world’s very best Turkish delight. Rest of the day is at leisure for your own time to explore and shop on your own.
Overnight Stay at Istanbul.
4
Day 04: Istanbul to Cappadocia
This morning after breakfast at your hotel, proceed by your private transfer to airport to catch the early flight to Kayseri (flight not included).
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia.
Overnight Stay at Cappadocia.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia.
Overnight Stay at Cappadocia.
5
Day 05: Goreme Open Air Museum
Breakfast at the hotel, later visit Goreme, a kind of open air museum that contains the finest rock-out churches and beautiful frescos. After this we visit Kaymakli, the widest Underground City of the region. Then visit Pigeon Valley with many different rock formations and hundreds of pigeon houses.
Post tour come back to your hotel.
Overnight Stay at Cappadocia.
Post tour come back to your hotel.
Overnight Stay at Cappadocia.
6
Day 06: Departure from Cappadocia
This morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to Cappadocia airport to board your flight via Istanbul for your next destination or hometown.
Inclusions
- 03 nights accommodation in Istanbul
- 02 nights accommodation in Cappadocia Cave Hotel
- Accommodation on double sharing basis at the hotels mentioned or similar
- Meals: Breakfast at hotels mentioned.
- Indian Veg & Jain Meals available on request
- Relics of Istanbul Tour: Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, The Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar
- Pearls of Istanbul Tour: Dolmabahce Palace, Spice Bazaar
- Cappadocia: Cappadocia City Tour, Goreme Open Air Museum
- All airport - hotel - airport transfers by private AC vehicle
- All tours and sightseeing by SIC (shared)
- All guests will be picked up from the hotel lobby
- Standard check-in time at the hotels is 14:00 hrs
- Note: Rates are valid for Indian Nationals only
- Note: Guests are requested to buy Local SIM Card from Airport and pass on the new number to us for any communication. Turkey office will contact on local Turkey mobile number for any communication
- Mondays - Hagia Sophia, Dolmabahce Palace
- Tuesdays - Topkapi Palace
- Thursdays - Dolmabahce Palace
- Fridays - Blue Mosque is closed in the mornings
- Sundays Grand Covered Bazaar
- GST
- Turkey Visa Fees (approx INR ₹4000)
- Any additional sightseeing or activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any airfare / train fare
- Any meal plan not mentioned
- Hotel surcharges (if applicable) during high / festive season to be paid extra per person
- Travel Insurance
- Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, camera charges, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature
- Tips & Gratuity or any other hotel expenses
- Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like ferry and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances etc.
- Above itinerary is just indicative. Itinerary with detailed timings will be handed over to guests upon arrival
- Anything not specifically mentioned in 'Inclusions' box
We only suggest hotels having good ratings on TripAdvisor.
Hotels
- 3* Star Hotels
- Extra cost for adult will be 80% of the package cost (with extra bed)
- Child below 2 years will be complimentary (without extra bed)
- Kindly request for rates of child above 2 years (with extra bed)