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Day 1
Istanbul - Arrival Day
Welcome to Istanbul, the city of dreams! Upon your arrival at the airport, HBL will be ready and waiting to transport you to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to spend as you please, whether that means meeting up with your tour companions, taking it easy and unwinding, or embarking on one of
our optional tours to discover the city. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2
Istanbul City Tour
The city tour will start at the Old City after the delicious breakfast. Hippodrome is the main rota thatcwas inscribed on the Unesco World Heritage List in 1985 and the living heritage of both Byzantines and
Ottomans can be seen. Around Sultanahmet, The German Fountain -which was gifted by GermancEmperor Wilhelm II in 1898-, the Obelisk of Theodosius – nearly 3,500 years old, was brought to the
Hippodrome by Theodosius from the Temple of Karnak about in 390- can be seen. Serpent Column considered that it was at the Temple of Apollo in Delphi before- and the Column of Constantine that was brought from Apollon temple in Rome are other highlighted sites of the tour.
The next stop is the Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque). Its breathtaking design is the synthesis of 200 year-old of Ottoman mosque architecture with Byzantine church architecture. The mosque is reflecting majesty and grandeur concepts through its architectural features and its green, white Iznik tiles are fascinating with the blue ornaments of the dome.
Hagia Sophia Mosque which is referred to as the “8th Wonder of the World” is another amazing site that is more than 1,500 years old. The light creates a fascinating atmosphere while flowing inside from the
dome windows, combining a colorful, mystic view when it reaches the mosaics on the wall. The lunch
break will be around at 13:00 before shopping in Asil Efendi where all kinds of authentic gifts can be found such as Turkish tastes, Turkish coffee, exotic spices, herbs, and handicrafts. The tour ends with a
hotel transfer.
Please Note: Please do not forget to carry a headscarf with you for the visit to religious places such as Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia Mosque.
Day 3
Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise and Flight to Izmir / Kusadasi
An amazing Bosporus Boat tour will be waiting for you after breakfast. On the shoreline, you will witness the imposing view of old wooden villas, palaces, fortresses, and small fishing villages. The Ottoman palaces of Dolmabahce, Yildiz, Ciragan, and Beylerbeyi will admire you by their elegant architecture with a warm welcome. Ortaköy with its iconic view and Rumeli Fortress which is a well-designed military architecture, will be next. After a lunch break in a Turkish restaurant the authentic Bazaar where
you can find authentic goods such as Turkish tastes, Turkish coffee, exotic spices, herbs, and handicrafts.
The tour ends with transportation to Istanbul Airport for a domestic flight to Izmir. Next check in to the hotel in Kusadasi, have dinner, and overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 4
Kusadasi - Ephesus Tour - Turkish Village Sirince
Ephesus ancient city is a 9000 years old city that houses The biggest temple dedicated to Artemis is The
Artemision which is considered to be one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. This guided tour
will focus the Curetes street, famous Roman baths, Celsus Library, Grand theatre House of the Virgin
Mary with details in this outstanding example of a Roman port city.
Sirince village is local 19th-century architecture is well preserved and village in its reputation goes beyond the borders of the country İzmir. It is famous for its homemade wines that are specially made
from different kinds of fruits such as blackberries, blueberries, melons, and strawberries. Here the tour includes wine tasting and learning how to make fruit wine in the wine houses. Plus handicrafts made by local women can be bought and a very famous leather production center will be the next stop.
After a rich daily rich trip overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 5
Kusadasi - Pamukkale Tour
Around 8:00 the tour will move to the world-famous marvel of calcite travertines to Pamukkale. Before walking or swimming in Pamukkale’s travertine pools we will have a lunch break around 13:30. Walking
around white calcium terraces and the ruins of Hierapolis, lying in the natural, hot springs waters will renew your body. The region at the same time has well-known textile products that and there will be an outlet shopping chance. At approximately 18.30 we will be on the way back.
Overnight in Kusadası.
Day 6
Pamukkale to Antalya
After a great breakfast, at about 10:00 am. the tour will depart for Antalya with coffee breaks. Dinner and
overnight in Antalya.
Day 7
Antalya Old City Tour and Waterfalls
The day will start with a great breakfast. Antalya is a city where the sea, sun, beach, forest, and coves are made it an attractive location to live throughout history. Many civilizations live and left a historical
treasure behind them. Kaleici is the Old City that you can trace Hellenistic, the Roman, the Byzantine, the Seljuk, and the Ottoman periods. Hadrian’s Gate was built in the name of Roman Emperor Hadrian,
Yivli Minaret Complex, Giyaseddin Keyhusrev Madrasah, Selcuklu Madrasah, Zincirkiran Turbah, Nigar Hatun Turbah, Karatay Madrasa, Historical Marina are pieces of this treasure that will be visited
during the tour. Plus Karaalioglu Park reflects the flora of Antalya and Hidirlik Tower can be seen in Kaleici. Duden Waterfall will be the next stop to relax and be enchanted by its stunning view. Overnight
in Antalya.
Day 8
Antalya - Konya – Cappadocia
A great breakfast first for energy and arrive at Konya about 2.5 hours drive with a coffee break. Lunch will be in Konya. Mevlana Museum and the striking green-tiled mausoleum of Mevlana will take you to
the peaceful world of the Sufi sect known as Whirling Dervishes. Arrive in Cappadocia at around 18:30 and overnight in Cappadocia.
Please Note:
1. This tour will be done by domestic flight from Antalya to Cappadocia if we can not reach a minimum of 6 guests per departure..
2. If you are wishing to join the optional activity of Cappadocia Hot Air Ballooning you need to book in advance. Its first come first basis and subject to available at the time of confirmation.
Please Note: Our guests who are wishing to experience the Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Tour will be picked up from the hotel at about 05:30 by sunrise. On the Hot Air Balloon, the sunrise over splendid fairy chimneys and valleys can be watched. The flight will last about 1 hour and end with a champagne
celebration on the land
Day 9
Cappadocia Underground City & Goreme Open Air Museum
For our guests who will experience the Hot Air Balloon Tour, we will pick you up from your hotel in the most beautiful and unique area of the world at 05:30 am. in the morning before the sunrise. And we will
go to the area where hundreds of Hot Air Balloon will take off through the air. We will watch the sunrise over those splendid fairy chimneys and valleys that impress people with their exquisiteness. After making our flight in about 1 hour, we will celebrate our experience with champagne when we land and
collect our flight certificate. Then we will return to our hotel and have our delicious breakfast.
After breakfast at 09:30 depart for Cappadocia Tour. We will drive you to Ozkonak Underground City, one of the best preserved Underground cities in Cappadocia. After Underground City tour, you visit Goreme Open Air Museum, the Heart of Cappadocia. Goreme Open Air Museum is famous for frescoes dating to 10th century describing the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next stop is Cavusin, which is an abandoned village with old cave Greek houses. After Cavusin you go to the restaurant in Avanos to have
lunch. After lunch, you visit a pottery work shop, to see how they make potteries. Then you go to Love Valley. Love Valley Cappadocia is a hidden valley with scenic formations to say the least. Despite the
resemblance to man hood, these amazing rock formations are far from man-made. Next stop is Devrent Valley, which is also called Imagination Valley, where you can see natural rock formations looking like
animals. Last stop is Three Beauties, three beautiful fairy chimneys with their hats, which is the symbol of Cappadocia. This tour will end approximately at 18.00 and you will be returned back to your hotel.
Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 10
Cappadocia to Istanbul - End of Tour
One of HBL adventures comes to an end after breakfast. Flight back home.
End of Journey
Inclusions:
Return economy Flight Tickets from Departure Hub to Istanbul / Istanbul – Hub Back.
Domestic Flight Hub – Bom – Hub
Domestic flight from Istanbul to Izmir
Domestic flight from Kayseri / Nevsehir to Istanbul
Meet and Greet Representation at the Airport
Accomodation as mentioned above
All Sightseeings as per the itineary
Meals as mentioned above
English speaking Guide
Travel Insurance
Turkey Tourist Visa
Exclusions:
• 5% Gst & 5% TCS Excluded
• All international and domestic flights until it not mentioned in inclusion
• All visa fees, porterage and tips, mineral water, laundry, telephone or any other expense personal in
nature, driver & guide gratuities
• We strongly suggest passenger’s take out their own insurance before departing for South Africa.
• Drinks and lunches/dinner except where mentioned
• All entrance fees and excursions not mentioned above
• Porterage at hotels and airports
• Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as bad weather, natural calamities
(landslides, floods), flight delays, excess baggage, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents,
medical evacuations, riots, strikes, war, airline or hotel policies etc.
Optional sightseeing: These need to be booked in advance & the transport will be available for the
activity which is chosen by maximum number of paxs.
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