Magical Nights of Turkey – Night Museums

Welcome to Turkey! Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to rest or explore the city at your own pace.

Spend the morning at leisure, then embark on a guided half-day tour in the afternoon. Visit the opulent Topkapi Palace, once home to Ottoman sultans, including access to its fascinating Harem section. Descend into the mysterious Basilica Cistern, an underground marvel of Byzantine engineering, and stroll through the vibrant Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world. In the evening, experience the majestic Hagia Sophia History and Experience Museum after dark, when its spiritual ambiance is even more enchanting.

Fly from Istanbul to Denizli in the afternoon, and transfer to your hotel near Pamukkale. In the evening, enjoy an exclusive night-time visit to the ancient city of Hierapolis, where softly lit ruins tell the stories of Roman baths, necropolises, and the iconic theatre under the stars.

Start your day with a walk through the surreal white terraces of Pamukkale, formed by mineral-rich thermal waters. In the afternoon, drive to Selçuk and visit two important pilgrimage sites: the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be her final residence, and the nearby Basilica of St. John, built over the saint’s supposed tomb. As night falls, enjoy a magical guided tour through the illuminated ruins of the Ephesus Archaeological Site, where marble streets, temples, and the Library of Celsus come alive under the night sky.

Fly from Izmir to Kayseri and continue to your hotel in Cappadocia. The rest of the day is free to relax or join an optional tour depending on flight timing. You may choose to explore the southern valleys, fairy chimneys, and rock-cut churches of this surreal landscape.

Today’s full-day tour covers the highlights of North Cappadocia. Visit the extraordinary Kaymaklı Underground City, carved deep into the earth as a hidden refuge, and explore Göreme, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its fairy-tale landscapes and cave dwellings. You’ll also visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum, home to richly decorated rock-cut chapels, including the stunning Dark Church. In the evening, witness the spiritual Whirling Dervish Ceremony, a Sufi ritual symbolizing the journey of the soul.

Optional: start your day with an unforgettable hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s unique terrain at sunrise (weather permitting). Later, fly back to Istanbul and enjoy a free evening in the city for last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Transfer to Istanbul Airport for your international departure. Carry unforgettable memories of Turkey’s magical nights and ancient wonders with you.