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From the minarets of Istanbul to the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia see two of the most spectacular and yet diverse destinations in Turkey. 5 star deluxe accommodation in the heart of the old city in Istanbul and the experience of the best and most authentic Boutique deluxe cave hotels in Cappadocia. This tour involves no long bus journey only domestic flights ensuring that your travel is relaxing and comfortable. We want to offer the best and the most luxurious travel throughout  Istanbul and Cappadocia, whilst maintaining quality of service, quality of life and value for money.

    
DAY 1 - Istanbul (Arrival)

Welcome to Turkey, arrival into Istanbul. Transfer from airport & check in to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul!!

DAY 2 - Private Istanbul City Tour

We depart at 09:00am for the Istanbul city tour. We will begin with the ancient Hippodrome, which was the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments: the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. We will then continue with Sultanahmet Mosque across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet. It is also known as the Blue Mosque because of its magnificent interior decorated with blue Iznik tiles, we then head to our last stop which is the famous Hagia Sophia. This ancient basilica, built by Constantine the Great in the 4th century and reconstructed by Justinian in the 6th century, is one of the architectural marvels of all time.

DAY 3 - Private Istanbul - Cappadocia

Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Spice Market Tour and evening flight to Cappadocia
SPICE BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar) The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice.
BEDESTEN exhibits the traditional silk weaving courses carpet weaving courses authorised by the Ministry of National Education. Possibility to see jewellery, handicrafts centre and leatherwear show. Free time provided for shopping.
BOSPHORUS BY BOAT a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahçe Palace, and further along, the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace. On the coastal edge of this park, is Çiragan Palace, 300 meters of marble facade faces the shore. At Ortaköy a great variety of artists gather every Sunday to display their work along the street. Ortaköy is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries.
RUMELI FORTRESS Built by Mehmet the Conqueror in 1452 prior to the conquest of Istanbul was completed in only four months to control and protect Bosphorous. It is one of the most beautiful works of military architecture anywhere in the world.
BEYLERBEYI PALAS The summer residence of the Ottoman sultans with its original furniture and magnificent gardens with the Harem on the Asian.
BOSPHORUS BRIDGE unique chance to step from one continent (Asia) to another (Europe)
CAMLICA HILL the highest point in Istanbul. At the top of it you can rest and admire the magnificent panorama of Istanbul and the Bosporus from the beautiful gardens, landscaped in traditional style.
SHOPPING POSSIBILITY AT BEDESTEN
Exhibition of the traditional silk weaving girls at the carpet weaving courses authorised by The Ministry of national education. Possibility to see jewellery, handcrafts centre and leatherwear show. After the Tour we will transfer to the Ataturk Airport for our domestic flight to Cappadocia. On arrival we will check in to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours.

DAY 4 - Private Cappadocia Tour

After breakfast we shall start our Cappadocia tour including Göreme Open Air Museum, Dervent Valley, Pasabag Valley. After lunch, we will make a shopping tour in which you will be aware of the ancient arts of Turkey like carpet weaving, leather manufacturing and jewellery. As this will be a guided tour, you will avoid being hassled which will enable you to enjoy the shopping experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen. Free evening. Overnight in Cappadocia.

DAY 5 - Private Cappadocia Tour – fly back to Istanbul

After breakfast we head to one of the most interesting sites of Cappadocia: Kaymakli Underground City. The Christians hid from the armies of Rome and the raids of hostile tribes in these self sufficient cities in which there were halls for stocks of crop, barns, rooms, kitchens & ventilation channels. The second part of our Cappadocia Tour will include Uçhisar Castle, Avcilar, and Pidgeon Valley. After the tour we will rest at the hotel and have a free afternoon until transfers to the airport for our flight back to Istanbul.

DAY 6 - Istanbul (Departure)

After breakfast check out from the hotel. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we look forward to seeing you in the future.

Tour Price Includes:

ACCOMMODATION
3 nights accommodation in Istanbul at 5 Star Hotel with Breakfast
2 Night accommodation in Cappadocia at very good Cave Hotel with Breakfast

ISTANBUL HOTELS
Hilton, Ciragan Palas, Four Seasons, Ceylan InterContinental, The Ritz-Carlton, Polat Renaissance,
Swiss Hotel

CAPPADOCIA HOTELS
Gamirsu Cave, Anatolian Houses Cave Suites, Cappadocia Cave Resort or Cappadocia Cave Suites

TOURS
Private Two Full Day Istanbul City Tours
Private Two Full Day Tours in Cappadocia

MISC
Return Domestic Flights – Istanbul to Cappadocia
Private Air-conditioned busses
Private Professional English speaking tour guide
Private All entrance fees mentioned in the Itinerary
Private Return airport transfers.

Tour Price Excludes:

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS
Air and departure taxes,
Bottled beverages or alcohol,
Travel insurance,
Visas, laundry, and personal items.

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