10 Days Best of Turkey Tour from Los Angeles

Your journey into history begins today at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Upon arrival, check in for your flight using the e-tickets provided by 원 네이션 트래블. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the award-winning service, delicious meals, and entertainment on board as you soar overnight toward the magical city of Istanbul.

Welcome to Istanbul! Upon landing at Istanbul International Airport (IST) and clearing customs, look for the 원 네이션 트래블 출구에서 고객님의 이름이 적힌 팻말을 들고 있는 담당자가 기다리고 있습니다. 그 후 편안하게 호텔까지 이동하실 수 있습니다.

체크인 후 남은 시간은 자유시간으로, 장시간 비행의 피로를 풀거나 원하는 속도로 도시를 탐험하는 데 사용하실 수 있습니다.

After breakfast, around 8:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full-day guided tour of Istanbul’s most iconic Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks. First, visit the magnificent 하기아 소피아, a masterpiece of architecture that has served as a cathedral and mosque throughout centuries of history. Next, head to the 블루 모스크, celebrated for its stunning blue Iznik tiles and six towering minarets, a hallmark of Ottoman design. You will then continue to the 경기장, once the heart of Byzantine social life, to admire the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, and the German Fountain.

After these explorations, enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant to savor traditional Turkish cuisine. In the afternoon, discover the opulent 토프카피 궁전, the former residence of Ottoman sultans. Walk through its grand courtyards and treasuries, with the option to visit the Harem section. Conclude your day at the vibrant 그랜드 바자르, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere as you browse through spices, carpets, jewelry, and ceramics. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel around 5:00 PM. The rest of the evening is yours to relax or explore more of Istanbul at your leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.

You will be picked up from your hotel around 4:00 AM and transferred to the airport for your flight to Kayseri or Nevşehir, departing between 6:00 – 7:30 AM. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to Cappadocia, where you will meet your guide to begin your full-day tour. Your first stop will be 데브렌트 밸리, famous for its unique fairy chimneys and animal-shaped rock formations. Next, you will explore 파샤바그 밸리 (Monks Valley), home to some of the most striking mushroom-shaped pinnacles in the region.

그 후에는 도자기 마을을 방문하세요. 아바노스, where you will see traditional pottery-making techniques that have been passed down through generations along the banks of the Red River. Following lunch at a local restaurant, continue to the 젤베 야외 박물관, 화산암의 부드러운 면에 새겨진 고대 동굴 주거지, 교회, 수도원 등 놀라운 유적지가 있는 곳입니다. 하루 일정을 마무리하며 이곳에 들러보세요. 우치사르 Castle for panoramic photographs of the breathtaking Cappadocian landscape. While entry into the castle is not permitted, the surrounding area offers spectacular views.

투어가 끝나면 호텔로 이동하여 체크인 후 휴식을 취하세요. 저녁 시간은 자유롭게 보내시거나 주변을 둘러보실 수 있습니다. 카파도키아에서 하룻밤을 묵습니다.

저녁 시간에는 다음과 같은 선택 활동 중에서 하나를 고르실 수 있습니다. Cappadocia Turkish Night Show with Dinner, a thrilling Cappadocia ATV Tour, a scenic 카파도키아 승마 tour, or attend a spiritual 카파도키아 회전하는 데르비시 쇼. Please note these are available at an additional cost, and only one can be chosen due to time constraints.

You may begin your day with an optional Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon ride, offering unforgettable views over the unique valleys and rock formations at sunrise. Please note that this activity is not included in the tour price and must be booked in advance at an additional cost.

After breakfast, you will be picked up around 9:30 AM to begin a full-day guided tour of South Cappadocia. Your first stop is the scenic 레드 밸리, where you will explore ancient rock-cut churches and enjoy a 5 km hike through the tranquil 로즈 밸리, known for its soft pink-hued formations. Next, visit 카부신 마을, an old Greek settlement featuring abandoned cave homes and historic churches once used by early Christian clergy.

Around noon, you will stop for lunch at a local restaurant. The tour continues to 피전 밸리, famous for its countless pigeon houses carved into the cliffs. In the afternoon, explore either the 카이마클리 지하 도시 또는 오즈코낙 지하 도시—fascinating underground complexes that once sheltered early Christians during times of persecution.

After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel to rest. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. Overnight in Cappadocia.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel. At around 9:30 AM, you will be picked up to begin your full-day Green Tour of Cappadocia. The first stop is Esentepe (Göreme Panorama), where you will enjoy a stunning panoramic view of Göreme and its enchanting valleys. This viewpoint is perfect for capturing the unique landscape of fairy chimneys and cave dwellings.

Next, you will visit the fascinating 데린쿠유 지하 도시, an incredible multi-level complex once used by early Christians as a refuge. With stables, kitchens, living rooms, and chapels carved deep into the earth, this ancient site provides a rare insight into the region’s history of survival and ingenuity. Your journey continues to the lush 일라라 계곡, where you will enjoy a scenic 4 km hike along the Melendiz River. Along the way, you will discover rock-carved churches adorned with early Christian frescoes. Afterward, you will have lunch in 벨리시르마 마을, a charming riverside settlement.

In the afternoon, the tour takes you to the awe-inspiring 셀리메 수도원, a 13th-century rock-hewn religious complex that resembles a cathedral. The day concludes with a stop at 야프라키사르, a dramatic viewpoint known for its striking volcanic formations and as a filming location for the famous Star Wars movie.

At around 4:00 PM, the tour will end and you will be transferred to either Kayseri or Nevşehir Airport for your late evening flight to Izmir (via Istanbul). Upon arrival at Izmir Airport, you will be greeted by a representative holding a sign with your name, who will transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel around 8:30 AM to begin your full-day tour of 에페소스, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site. As you walk along the ancient marble streets, you will visit the 하드리아누스 신전, the majestic 트라얀 분수, and the iconic 켈수스 도서관. You will also stand in the massive 대극장, where St. Paul once preached to the Ephesians.

After lunch at a local restaurant, the journey continues to the 성모 마리아의 집, a sacred pilgrimage site located on Mt. Koressos, where it is believed Mary spent her final years in peace. Next, you will view the site of the 아르테미스 신전, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Your final stop is the beautiful 이사 베이 모스크, a stunning example of early Seljuk architecture. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Kusadasi. Around 7:30 AM, you will depart for a scenic drive to 파묵칼레 (approximately 3 hours), with a comfort stop halfway. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before beginning your guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

First, you will walk along the world-famous 파묵칼레 트래버틴, literally translating to “Cotton Castle” in Turkish. These stunning white calcium terraces, formed by mineral-rich thermal waters cascading down the mountain, offer a surreal landscape perfect for photography. Just above the white cliffs, explore the ancient Greco-Roman city of 히에라폴리스. Highlights include the remarkably well-preserved 히에라폴리스 극장, the Roman Baths, and the massive 대규모 묘지, 아나톨리아에서 가장 큰 고대 묘지 중 하나입니다.

You will have free time to wade barefoot in the travertine pools. During this time, you also have the option to swim in the 파묵칼레 고대 수영장 (also known as Cleopatra’s Pool), where you can swim in warm thermal waters among submerged ancient Roman columns (entrance fee to the pool is extra/optional).

After the tour ends at approximately 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to Denizli Airport for your evening flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival in Istanbul, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel around 8:30 AM to discover the unique sights and sounds of Istanbul. Your first stop is the vibrant 향신료 시장 (also known as the Egyptian Market). Here, you will be immersed in the exotic aromas of cinnamon, saffron, and thyme while browsing through colorful stalls selling spices, Turkish delight, dried fruits, and souvenirs.

Next, you will head to the waterfront to embark on a scenic 보스포러스 크루즈. As you sail along the strait that separates Europe and Asia, you will enjoy breathtaking views of marble palaces like 돌마바흐체 궁전, ancient wooden villas (Yalis), the majestic 루멜리 요새, and the modern suspension bridges connecting the two continents.

The tour concludes around noon, and you will be transferred back to your hotel at approximately 12:15 PM. You will have the rest of the afternoon and evening free to enjoy your final night in Istanbul, perhaps with a farewell dinner or some last-minute shopping. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, bid farewell to Istanbul as you check out from your hotel. You will be transferred to Istanbul Airport (IST) for your direct return flight to 로스앤젤레스. You will arrive at LAX on the same day, bringing home unforgettable memories of your journey with 원 네이션 트래블.

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