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Ottoman Explorer - 12 days

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12 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
14 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
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Highlights

Istanbul - Take in the highlights of the city on a guided tour, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Hippodrome

Cappadocia - See the amazing rock formations of the Devrent Valley, Pigeion Valley, Ortahisar and the rock-cut churches of Goreme

Cappadocia Cave Hotel - Experience a unique stay in a cave hotel, blending ancient history with modern comfort in the heart of the region's stunning landscapes

Derinkuyu or Kaymakli Underground City - Explore one of these incredible subterranean networks, carved deep into the earth and featuring an intricate system of dwellings, stables, cellars, churches, and wineries

Antalya - Spend a day at leisure in this Mediterranean resort town, or head out on an optional tour of the Old Town

Pamukkale - Unwind in the thermal hot springs, surrounded by the fairytale white landscape and visit the ruined Roman spa town of Hierapolis

Ephesus - Uncover the marbled streets, ancient theatre, Library of Celsus, Hadrian's Temple and the House of the Virgin Mary

Itinerary

Take in the best of Turkey on this 12-day group tour, starting in Istanbul with guided sightseeing, free time and an optional Bosphorus cruise. Explore the fairy-tale landscapes of Cappadocia, spend two nights in the Mediterranean beach resort of Antalya and head to Kusadasi for included day trips to Pamukkale and Ephesus. End your adventure with an included flight back to Istanbul.

day 1Istanbul

Welcome to Turkey. An included transfer will take you from the airport to our hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure in the hotel, or head out to begin your exploration.
Tour Style: On this tour you will enjoy sightseeing at all included sights with expert local guides, and all of your travel arrangements are included. You will travel without a tour guide between destinations.

OverNight
Istanbul

day 2Exploring Istanbul

day 3Istanbul at Leisure & Optional Bosphorus Cruise

day 4Istanbul to Cappadocia

day 5Exploring Cappadocia

day 6Exploring Cappadocia Continued

day 7Cappadocia to Antalya

day 8Antalya at Leisure & Optional Tour

day 9Pamukkale Day Trip

day 10Ephesus Day Trip

day 11Return to Istanbul

day 12Istanbul

What's Included

Accommodation
4 nights 4-star hotel in Istanbul, 3 nights 4-star cave hotel in Cappadocia, 2 nights 4-star hotel in Antalya & 2 nights 4-star boutique hotel in Kusadasi
Meals
11 breakfasts & 4 lunches
Transport
Transportation in deluxe air-conditioned minibuses for all sightseeing and transfersAirport arrival transfer on day 1 & airport departure transfer on day 123 economy class internal flights from Istanbul - Cappadocia, Cappadocia - Antalya & Izmir - Istanbul
Guide
Tour Style: On this tour you will enjoy sightseeing at all included sights with expert local guides, and all of your travel arrangements are included. You will travel without a tour guide between destinations.
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Services of professional, licensed tour guides for all included sightseeing24 hour assistanceAll local taxes and feesNote: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

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