Turkey Exclusive Tour from Ankara to Istanbul

Day 1 – Welcome to The Capital of Turkey

We welcome you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. Have dinner and rest at the hotel. Overnight at 4-5 star hotels in Ankara.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Anemon Hotel Ankara or similar.

Day 2 – Discover Ankara (B)

First, visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. You will see a variety of historical masterpieces in the museum belonging to Anatolia’s past rulers. The museum exhibits a significant historical heritage of ancient Anatolia. Also, see around Ankara Castle. Then visit old Turkish Assembly buildings and museums in there. You see how to observe the foundation of Turkey there. Then, let’s move to Ataturk Mausoleum (Anıtkabir) and visit one of the biggest museums in Turkey to discover the revolution process of Turkey in the 1900s. Then, take a breath around Eymir and Mogan Lakes in Gölbaşı. Have a pleasant city walk in Kızılay and shop there.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Anemon Hotel Ankara or similar.

Day 3 – Explore Cappadocia (B)

On our way to Cappadocia, stop by Salt Lake (Tuz gölü) which is the biggest lake in Turkey. See Derinkuyu and Kaymakli underground cities which were built because of mandatory situations with magnificent building arts. Then, stop at Uçhisar Castle and Güvercinlik Valley. Meanwhile, let’s visit an onyx stone art shop and observe its art craft. Then, visit Open Göreme Museum where monasteries, churches, chapels, etc. exist. Now, it’s time to visit Paşabağ and Derbent Valley to see the Fairy Chimneys closely. Finally, explore Ürgüp’s ancient beauty.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Aren Cave Hotel and Art Gallery or similar.

Day 4 – Visit the Spirit City Konya (B)

Welcome to the spirit city Konya! The Mausoleum of Mevlana is one of the must-see places in Turkey. It has amazing sculptures, a holy shrine, silence, and a divine atmosphere. You can see all signs of Mevlana, the mystic founder of Sufism, all around the city! Mausoleum of Mevlana. Let’s discover Konya by visiting; Ince Minare Museum, Karatay Medersseh, Konya ethnographic Museum, Nasrettin Hoca Ethnography & Archaeology Museum, Konya Archaeological Museum, and Alaaddin Hill.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Bayir Diamond Hotel & Convention Center Konya or similar.

Day 5 – Highlight Aspendos and Antalya (B)

Now it’s time to explore Antalya! Let’s first explore Perge that holds the vast remains of the most prosperous city of the ancient world with the arch of the Roman Gate, the Hellenistic Gate, and the richly designed remains of the city wall. Then, let’s move to Aspendos Ruins and Antic Theater with a vestige of Roman architecture which is like Rome’s own Colosseum. Then, let’s have a city tour in Antalya and take a breath at the Duden waterfall.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Holiday Inn Antalya – Lara or similar.

Day 6 – Relax in Pamukkale (B)

Now, it’s time to enjoy yourself in Pamukkale. It’s like a branch of paradise! Pamukkale has both historical and natural beauties! Let’s have a relax in thermal pools and cool down with calcium-rich mineral springs around Pamukkale Water Terrace. Then, explore the ancient city of Hierapolis and take some time in Cleopatra Polls. Let’s also visit the Amphitheatre which is full of history.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Pamukkale Melrose Viewpoint Hotel or similar.

Day 7 – Trip to Ancient City Ephesus, Kusadasi (B)

Visit the ancient city of Ephesus which was the Roman Capital. See various UNESCO-listed ruins such as the Temple Of Hadrian, Celsus Library, and the Great Theatre, Public Latrines, and Roman Baths. Have a walk through grand Arcadian Avenue and hang around Agora, exploring the Temple of Artemis. Then, visit Sirince village and the House of Virgin Mary. Then, stop by Konak Clock Tower to see around İzmir.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Celsus Boutique Hotel or similar.

Day 8 – Involve in the Heroic Siege in Troy (B)

See around the marvelous acropolis of Pergamum with magnificent temples and an impressive library. Let’s visit Troy, which is the site of the heroic siege and home of the Trojan Horse. Enjoy the beautiful city of Çanakkale on our way.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Celsus Boutique Hotel or similar.

Day 9 – Watch the First World War in Gallipoli (B)

Now, it’s time to visit the Gallipoli Battlefield where the First World War took place. Feel the emotionally touching places such as Lone Pine, the Nek, Johnston’s Jolly, ANZAC Cove, Chunk Bair Memorials, and tunnels, and trenches.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Celsus Boutique Hotel or similar.

Day 10 – Discover the Historical Beauties of Istanbul (B)

Finally, we’ve reached the grand finale! Welcome to the heart of history, culture, and entertainment! The city has a variety of must-see places to see but we will just highlight Istanbul in two days. Starting at Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and Sultanahmet Blue Mosque, let’s deepen our explore within Basilica Cistern, Suleymaniye Mosque, Dolmabahce Palace, and Galata Tower. Stop by Pierre Loti Hill to have tea with a beautiful view of Golden Horn.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Dosso Dossi Hotels Old City or similar.

Day 11 – Enjoy and Shop in Istanbul (B)

Today, it’s time to relax! Let’s take a Bosphorus boat trip. See the magnificent architecture of Istanbul from different views. Visit Rumeli Castle. Now, it’s time to go shopping! Visit the ancient Grand Bazaar for shopping and see its beautiful arts!

🏚️ Hotel Option: Dosso Dossi Hotels Old City or similar.

Day 12 – Goodbye (B)

Have your breakfast and check out from the hotel. Now, it’s time to go back home after a memorable holiday! We transfer to the airport and wish you have a nice flight!