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12-Day Exclusive Turkey

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Trip Overview

You only deserve the finest things in life, and this 12-day holiday to Turkey ensures that you get what you deserve.

While staying in the best hotels in the country and dining in unforgettable restaurants, you'll see the best of Turkey. Start in Istanbul and move onto Cappadocia and Kusadasi where you'll have private guided tours to take you around the sites without waiting in queues. You'll have additional options such as fine dining restaurants or even the iconic hot air balloon tour in Cappadocia to enhance your experience.

You'll finish your 12-day trip in a little slice of paradise, Kas where your hotel alone will make you never want to leave, not to mention the hidden treasures this fishing town holds!
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts
Cruising
Outdoors & Nature
Wellness
Hiking & Trekking
Adventure

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Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Turkey

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Welcome to Turkey

Upon your arrival in Istanbul, you'll meet your driver and guide who will take you to your hotel in the city. Once settled, you are welcome to explore by yourself, alternatively, you can relax with the hotel's onsite facilities.

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    Accommodation

    Ciragan Palace Kempinski5 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Istanbul Airport to Ciragan Palace Kempinski

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    Destinations

    Beşiktaş

Day 2

Istanbul

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Istanbul

This comprehensive sightseeing tour of Istanbul provides the perfect introduction to the fabled city that spans Asia and Europe. On this one-day sightseeing tour, you will see how old meets new when you visit Istanbul's four "must-see" historic sites. Formally called Constantinople, Istanbul was the capital of the Roman Empire and Europe's wealthiest metropolis, and is now the largest city in Turkey.

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    Accommodation

    Ciragan Palace Kempinski5 star

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    Activities

    Istanbul Private Tour

    Sultan Ahmed Mosque

    Hagia Sophia

    Topkapi Palace

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Beşiktaş

    Istanbul

Day 3

Bosphorus Cruise

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Bosphorus Cruise

This morning you will embark on a half-day cruise around the Bosphorus, a natural strait that separates Europe and Asia. On the cruise, you'll witness the dramatic sights that line the Bosphorus' wooded shores, from mosques to bridges to fortresses. Finish the cruise around midday and enjoy an afternoon at leisure in the city. A suggestion is to experience a traditional Turkish Bath in the Old City.

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    Accommodation

    Ciragan Palace Kempinski5 star

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    Activities

    Bosphorus Cruise

    Bosphorus

    15 July Martyrs Bridge (Bosphorus Bridge)

    IstanbulOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Beşiktaş

    Turkey

    Üsküdar

    Istanbul

Day 4

Istanbul to Cappadocia

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Istanbul to Cappadocia

You'll have a little free time in the morning before you are transferred to the airport for your flight to Mesopotamia! Your noon flight will get you to Cappadocia mid-day. You'll be transferred to the hotel to relax. You have the option of doing a sunset tour of the Red Valley which includes some light hiking, you'll be rewarded with a wine tasting for your efforts.

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    Accommodation

    Museum Hotel Luxury Cave Hotel Cappadocia4 star

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    Activities

    Red Valley Sunset TourOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from İstanbul to Istanbul Airport

    Plane from İstanbul to Kayseri

    Private Driver from Kayseri Erkilet Airport to Museum Hotel - Luxury Cave Hotel Cappadocia

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Beşiktaş

    Nevşehir Merkez

    Nevşehir

Day 5

South Cappadocia Tour

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South Cappadocia Tour

Early this morning, you'll have the chance to jump in a hot air balloon to see Cappadocia from the sky as the sun rises. Either way, you'll start the day by hiking in the Rose Valley. You'll then continue to Cavusin one of the oldest settlements of Cappadocia, the underground city of Kaymakli and Ortahsir, with its unique castle. You'll have lunch at a local villagers home in Ayvali.

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    Accommodation

    Museum Hotel Luxury Cave Hotel Cappadocia4 star

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    Activities

    Hot Air Balloon Ride in CappadociaOptional Activity

    Rose Valley

    Çavuşin

    Pashabag Valley

    Kaymakli Underground City

    Ortahisar

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    Restaurants

    Ayvalı Village Lunch

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Nevşehir Merkez

    Göreme Belediyesi

    Nevşehir

    Çavuşin

    Ankara

    Kaymakli Underground City

    Ortahisar

Day 6

North Cappadocia Tour

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North Cappadocia Tour

Explore the beauty of this space-like landscape on a north Cappadocia tour, including the Devrant Valley, famous for its irregularly shaped rock formations, Pashabag known for its 'fairy chimneys', Avanos, and Goreme. During your tour, you'll have lots of opportunities to explore as you introduced to what was Mesopotamia. Tonight, you'll have dinner in the stunning Lil'a Restaurant, which is part of your hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Museum Hotel Luxury Cave Hotel Cappadocia4 star

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    Activities

    Devrent Valley

    Avanos

    Göreme

    Esentepe Panoramic Viewpoint

    Uchisar Castle

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    Restaurants

    Lil'a Restaurant by Museum Hotel

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Nevşehir Merkez

    Nevşehir

    Avanos

Day 7

Relax and Travel to Kusadasi

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Relax and Travel to Kusadasi

You'll have the morning to explore any final places in Cappadocia before it is time to go to the airport for your afternoon flight to Kusadasi. You'll arrive in time to settle into your room before having the option of dining in a seafood restaurant with a bottle of white wine to relax after a day of travelling.

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    Accommodation

    LaVista Boutique Hotel & Spa4 star

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    Activities

    CappadociaOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    Oksa Marina Balık RestaurantOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Museum Hotel - Luxury Cave Hotel Cappadocia to Kayseri Erkilet Airport

    Plane from Kayseri to İzmir

    Private Driver from İzmir to Lavista Boutique Hotel & Spa

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Nevşehir Merkez

    Yeşilhisar

    Kusadasi

    Aydın Province

Day 8

The City of Ephesus

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The City of Ephesus

Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World, the site of Temple of Artemis and the ancient city of Ephesus. With its well preserved collonaded Arcadian Way, Hadrians Temple, Celsus Library, market and theatre, this archaeological site takes you a step back in time. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the city and stadium where chariot and horse races were once held. You'll finish the day at the last home of the Virgin Mary.

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    Accommodation

    LaVista Boutique Hotel & Spa4 star

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    Activities

    Ephesus Guided Tour

    The Temple of Artemis

    Ephesus

    Library of Celsus

    The Great Theatre of Ephesus

    House of Virgin Mary

    Sirince Village

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Kusadasi

    İzmir

    Selçuk

Day 9

Pamukkale

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Pamukkale

Pamukkale is the centre of a thermal spring with healing properties. Due to the chemical properties in the water, pure white coloured travertine and water terraces have been created on the mountain slope. Visit the travertine and the Ancient City of Hierapolis which has the biggest Necropolis with 1200 gravestones in Anatolia. The sacred pool also is one of the highlights of the site; shallow thermal waters ripple over a wonderful scattering of ancient roman ruins which lie beneath.

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    Accommodation

    Meis Exclusive Hotel5 star

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    Activities

    Pamukkale Tour

    Pamukkale

    Hierapolis

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kaş to Pamukkale

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Kusadasi

    Pamukkale

    Kaş

    Denizli

Day 10

Sunken City Boat Tour

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Sunken City Boat Tour

In the morning, you will be collected from your hotel and driven to Uçagiz village. Board the glass bottomed boat and begin your scenic tour of coastline. One of the most iconic stops of the day will be at the world famous sunken city, which is clearly visible just below the waves. You will have plenty of time to explore. After your boat tour, you will be returned to the hotel, and the rest of the day will be at your leisure.

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    Accommodation

    Meis Exclusive Hotel5 star

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    Activities

    Kekova Sunken City Boat Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Kaş

    Antalya

Day 11

Relax in Kas

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Relax in Kas

Explore the quaint fishing town of Kas. From the scenic harbour to the pretty little beaches, Kas has an air of charm about it. Spend your day out on a boat trip to visit the Greek island of Meis or the on and offshore ruins that surround the town. Alternatively, you could relax and enjoy the hotel facilities or nearby beaches.

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    Accommodation

    Meis Exclusive Hotel5 star

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    Activities

    KaşOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Kaş

Day 12

Departure

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Departure

On the final morning of your holiday to Turkey, you may have some time to do some last-minute shopping. A private driver will take you to Antalya airport in time for your departing flight.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kaş to Antalya Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Kaş

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What’s included?

  • 11 nights accommodation
  • 28 activities
  • 11 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 1 dinner
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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