
Day 1: Arrival Istanbul
Arrive in Istanbul, a captivating and enigmatic city in
Turkey’s Marmara region. Experience the city’s stunning beauty, rich culture,
vibrant lifestyle, and the perfect blend of contrasts that define Istanbul.
Upon your arrival, our local representative will greet you and transfer you to
your hotel. Enjoy your overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 2: Istanbul
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel. Today, you will
embark on a tour of the "Sultan Ahmet Centre," the historic heart of
the Old City where both the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were governed. Begin
with a visit to the Hagia Sophia, a 6th-century basilica built by
Emperor Justinian, renowned as one of the greatest architectural marvels. Next,
explore the Blue Mosque, famous for its stunning blue Iznik tiles and
unique six minarets, built in honour of Sultan Ahmet. Continue to the Hippodrome,
once the centre for chariot races, athletic events, and political activities,
adorned with the Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius, and
the German Fountain of Wilhelm II.
Afterward, immerse yourself in the bustling Grand Covered
Bazaar, the world’s largest souk, with nearly 4,000 shops offering
antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leather goods, and souvenirs. Enjoy lunch
at a local restaurant before heading to the Topkapi Palace, the former
residence of Ottoman Sultans, where you can view the imperial treasury, sacred
Islamic relics, Chinese porcelain, weapons, and calligraphy. Note that live
guide commentary is not permitted in special sections, and the Harem is not
included in the tour. Conclude your day with a visit to the Sultan Tombs
at Hagia Sophia, featuring five Ottoman Sultan tombs adorned with 16th-century
ceramic panels in vibrant hues of purple, red, green, and blue. The tombs also
display prince robes and a piece of the Kaaba covers on the sarcophaguses.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3: Princess Island or Two Continents & Bosphorus
Cruise Tour
Today, you have the option to choose between two exciting
full-day excursions:
Day 4: Istanbul to Cappadocia
After breakfast at the hotel,
complete the check-out process. Our local representative will transfer you to
either Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) for your flight to
Cappadocia (additional cost applies). Upon arrival at Kayseri Airport (ASR) or
Nevsehir Airport (NAV), you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. The
remainder of the day is yours to relax and enjoy at your leisure. Overnight
stay in Cappadocia.
Day 5: Cappadocia
After breakfast, embark on the
Full Day Cappadocia Red Tour, which includes a local lunch. Cappadocia, a
UNESCO World Heritage Site, is celebrated for its distinctive landscape of
fairy chimneys, rock formations, and underground cities. The Red Tour offers a
comprehensive exploration of the region's most iconic attractions, typically
featuring visits to the Göreme Open Air Museum, Çavuşin Village, Love
Valley, Paşabağ (Monks Valley), Devrent (Imagination) Valley,
the Ürgüp Fairy Chimneys, and the Avanos Pottery Workshop. This
tour is a popular choice for visitors eager to experience the best of
Cappadocia.
Day 6: Cappadocia Departure
After breakfast at the hotel,
complete the check-out process and transfer to either Kayseri Airport (ASR) or
Nevsehir Airport (NAV) for your flight to your onward destination via Istanbul.
₹59080/ Per person