| |  4 Days Istanbul to Cappadocia by Plane |  Tour Style : Small Group Tour
Duration : 4 Days - 3 Nights
Departures : All year round - Guaranteed Departure
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DAY 01
Full Day Byzantine and Ottoman Relics Tour
You will be picked up in the morning from your hotel between 8:15 - 8:45 am for the full day Byzantine and Ottoman Relics Tour.
On the tour you will be able to see:
HIPPODROME : The former center of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II..
Blue Mosque: One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest..
Topkapi Palace  : The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family..
Hagia Sophia : The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world..
GRAND COVERED BAZAAR : In addition to its historical importance, it's a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs..
Rustem Pasa Mosque: designed by the court architect Sinan for the Grand Vizier of Süleyman The Magnificent. A typical sample of Islamic architecture amidst the rows of shops near the Spice Bazaar, famed with its exquisite and colorful tiles set in floral and geometric designs.
After the end of the tour around 5:00 pm you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
DAY 02
Bosphorus Cruise & Dolmabahce Palace Tour
You will be picked up in the morning from your hotel between 8:15 - 8:45 am for the full day Bosphorus Cruise and Dolmabahce Palace Tour.
On the tour you will be able to see:
Spice Bazaar(Egyptian Bazaar): This covered market is an attractive L-shaped building to the southwest of the Yeni Cami. Its English name survives from the time when the market specialized in the sale of spices and herbs, as well as medicinal plants and drugs.
Bosphorus Cruise: through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture besides modern residentials and luxurious apartments.
Dolmabahce Palace : the last residence for Ottoman Sultans with 365 rooms and 22 saloons. Famous with the great collection of European antiquity, furniture and 4.5 tons chandelier.
Bosphorus Bridge: unique chance to step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes.
Camlica Hill: exposing a panoramic view of Istanbul and Bosphorus from the best point of view.
Evening flight to Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia.
DAY 03
TOUR-1: GOREME MUSEUM & FAIRY-CHIMNEY TOURS
Depart from your hotel to visit Devrent Valley to see the unigue fairy-chimneys. Drive to paşabağ (Monk's Valley) to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Drive to the city of Avanos .In the afternoon visit another beautiful open air museum at Göreme where the remains of rock-cut churches and Christian settlements date back hundreds of years. Lastly,before returning to your hotel, visit the natural castle at Uçhisar. Overnight in Cappadocia.
DAY 4:
TOUR-2: ROSE VALLEY & KAYMAKLI UNDGROUND CITY TOURS
Depart from your hotel to visit Red Valley  ,and explore the famous rock- cut churches and hike 5 km through the Güllüdere valley. Then visit Çavuşin village.This village is famous for the houses and churches of the christian clegymen.After lunch Drive to the pigeon valley . In the afternoon visit Kaymaklı underground city. Where early christians lived in fear and faith. On the way back visit the natural castles at Ortahisar.
Evening flight to Istanbul. End of our service. |
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| What is included | - All the transfers from Airport to hotel and back.
- Return flight tickets (Istanbul-Kayseri-Istanbul)
- 2 Full day Tours in Istanbul with lunch
- 2 Full day Tours in Cappadocia with lunch
- Accommodation with breakfast
- Professional English speaking guide
- Transportation by airconditioned, nonsmoking vehicle
Not included :
Drinks, tips to guide and driver, personal expenses and optional tours:
Highly Recommended in Cappadocia :
- Hot-Air Balloon Ride: 130 Euro per person
- Whirling Dervishes Show: 40 Euro per person
- Turkish Night (traditional folk dances, belly dancers, unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, 3-course meal, transfer to and from your hotel): 60 Euro per person
- Turkish Baths (Hamam): 40 Euro per person
- Horseriding: 30 Euro per person (1 hour)
Traditional Arts and Crafts in Turkey - Gifts and Souvenirs from Turkey:
Turkey has a rich history of authentic traditional handicrafts. Most famous Turkish items come from Cappadocia and goods were handmade here and transported along the Silk Road to Istanbul and the coastal areas.
Carpets and kilims: Carpets and kilims from Central Anatolia are world-famous. In Cappadocia, carpets are still handmade on authentic looms using natural dyes for the wool. You can see a free demonstration to see these age-old techniques still in use today.
Ceramic and pottery: Cappadocia has been famous since Hittite times for the beautiful and unique pottery and ceramics. Today, the best of the traditional ceramics and tiles on sale in Istanbul and other major cities are made in Avanos, Cappadocia.
Onyx and semi-precious stones: In Turkey, Cappadocia has the onyx mines where the highest quality onyx is found. Local artisans are experts at making items of jewellery made with precious and semi-precious stones, silver, and 22 and 24 carat gold.
Leather goods: Turkey is one of the world’s leading producers and exporters of leather goods. You can find a wide range of quality leather goods in Kusadasi.
Spices: Istanbul Spice Market, once the largest spice trading venue of the medieval world, with its abundant stalls still featuring piles of edible exotics is a definite highlight for anyone exploring Istanbul. |
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