10-Day Turkey Tour: Istanbul, Konya, Cappadocia, Pamukkale and Ephesus

Tiba di Istanbul pada bila-bila masa. Sebaik sahaja anda tiba di Lapangan Terbang Baru Istanbul (IST) atau Lapangan Terbang Sabiha Gökçen (SAW), pasukan kami akan menunggu anda di pintu keluar kawasan ketibaan antarabangsa, memegang papan tanda dengan nama anda. Anda kemudian akan dipindahkan ke hotel untuk daftar masuk. Bermalam di Istanbul.

Selebihnya hari ini adalah percuma untuk anda berehat atau meneroka bandar mengikut masa lapang anda. Sebagai alternatif, anda boleh memilih untuk menyertai Pelayaran Malam di Bosphorus dengan Makan Malam & Pertunjukan at an additional cost. This optional activity offers a magical evening on the Bosphorus, featuring a delightful dinner, live entertainment, and stunning views of Istanbul’s illuminated landmarks.

Selepas sarapan pagi, sekitar jam 8:30 pagi, anda akan dijemput dari hotel untuk lawatan berpandu sepanjang hari ke mercu tanda Byzantine dan Uthmaniyyah yang paling ikonik di Istanbul.

Pertama, lawati Hagia Sophia, sebuah karya agung yang berfungsi sebagai katedral, masjid dan kini sebuah muzium, yang mempamerkan warisan Kristian dan Islam selama berabad-abad.

Seterusnya, menuju ke Masjid Biru, terkenal dengan jubin Iznik biru yang menakjubkan dan enam menara yang menjulang tinggi, satu ciri khas seni bina Uthmaniyyah.

Teruskan dengan berhenti di Hippodrome, pernah menjadi pusat kehidupan sosial Byzantine. Di sini, kagumi Obelisk Theodosius, Lajur Ular, dan Air Pancut Jerman, setiap satunya kaya dengan kepentingan sejarah.

Selepas penerokaan ini, nikmati rehat makan tengah hari di restoran tempatan dan nikmati masakan tradisional Turki.

Pada waktu petang, temui Istana Topkapi, bekas kediaman sultan Uthmaniyyah. Berjalanlah melalui halaman dan khazanahnya yang megah, dan jika boleh, kunjungi Harem, tempat peribadi sultan dan keluarganya.

Akhiri hari anda di tempat yang meriah Bazar Besar, salah satu pasar tertutup terbesar dan tertua di dunia. Terokai suasananya yang meriah dan lihat pelbagai barangan, daripada rempah ratus dan permaidani hinggalah barang kemas dan seramik.

Pada akhir lawatan, anda akan dihantar kembali ke hotel sekitar jam 5:00 petang. Selebihnya waktu malam adalah untuk anda berehat atau meneroka lebih banyak kawasan Istanbul mengikut masa lapang anda. Bermalam di Istanbul.

After breakfast at around 8:30 am, join the Half-Day Morning Bosphorus Cruise. Start with a drive to the pier in Eminönü, where you’ll visit the historical Spice Market (Egyptian Bazaar). This vibrant market offers a rich array of spices, herbs, and other Turkish delights.

Next, board a shared boat and cruise along the Bosphorus, the narrow strait dividing Europe and Asia. Marvel at iconic landmarks such as Istana Dolmabahce, Istana Beylerbeyi, and the impressive Jambatan Bosphorus. Admire the centuries-old waterfront mansions, ancient citadels, and the scenic European and Asian shorelines.

After the tour ends around 12:15 pm, you will be dropped back at your hotel to collect your luggage before transferring to Istanbul’s domestic airport for your evening flight to Konya, which takes approximately 1.5 hours. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy a relaxing evening at your leisure. Overnight in Konya.

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel around 9:30 am to begin your Konya tour. The first stop is the Mevlana Museum, home to the Tomb of Rumi, a significant pilgrimage site for Muslims and admirers of Rumi’s teachings worldwide. Next door, visit the Masjid Sultan Selim, an Ottoman-era structure that stands as a testament to the city’s rich heritage.

Following these visits, enjoy lunch at a traditional Turkish restaurant, where you can savor authentic local dishes.

After lunch, the tour continues with a drive along Mevlana Caddesi, Konya’s main avenue, to Alaettin Hill, a prehistoric tumulus. Here, explore the Masjid Alaaddin, a 1000-year-old structure where Rumi is known to have prayed. In the mosque’s courtyard, see the tombs of many Seljuk Turkish sultans who ruled during Rumi’s lifetime and sought his spiritual guidance.

Descending the north side of Alaettin Hill, pass the remains of the Seljuk sultan’s palace and admire the elaborate portal of the medieval Great Karatay Medrese, a renowned theological college. The tour concludes with a visit to the Masjid dan Makam Shams-i Tabrizi, Rumi’s closest companion and spiritual mentor, whose bond inspired many of Rumi’s poetic works.

After the tour, you’ll be transferred to the Konya bus station, where you will board the intercity coach to Cappadocia (approximately 3.5 hours). Upon arrival at the Goreme bus station in Cappadocia, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Cappadocia.

For an unforgettable experience, consider starting your day with an early morning menaiki belon udara panas. Soar above Cappadocia’s valleys and fairy chimneys to enjoy breathtaking aerial views. Please note this optional activity is available at an additional cost.

After breakfast, around 9:30 am, you will be picked up from your hotel to begin the full-day North Cappadocia Tour.

The tour starts with a visit to Lembah Devrent, known for its unique fairy chimneys and rock formations resembling animals. Next, you will explore Lembah Pasabag (Lembah Monks), home to stunning mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Following this, you will continue to the charming town of Avanos, famous for its pottery and ceramics, where you will enjoy a lunch break and have time to admire the town’s artistic heritage.

In the afternoon, the tour continues with a visit to the Muzium Terbuka Zelve, which offers insight into the region’s monastic history, showcasing rock-carved caves, ancient churches, and traces of early Christian life. The final stop is a panoramic viewpoint near Istana Uchisar. You will have time to take stunning photos of this iconic rock fortress before returning to your hotel.

After the tour ends around 4:00 pm, the rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore at your own pace.

For the evening, you may choose to join additional activities such as a Lawatan ATV 2 jam through Cappadocia’s valleys, a Lawatan menunggang kuda selama 2 jam to experience the stunning landscape up close, or attend a Pertunjukan Whirling Dervish selama 1 jam to witness the mesmerizing Sufi tradition. Alternatively, you can opt for a Turkish Night show with dinner, featuring live music, folk dances, and a delicious meal. These activities are available at an extra cost. Overnight in Cappadocia.

After breakfast, at approximately 9:30 am, your tour guide will pick you up for a full-day exploration of South Cappadocia. After a briefing on the day’s activities, the tour begins with a visit to Lembah Merah, where you’ll explore its famous rock-cut churches and enjoy a scenic 5 km hike through Lembah Rose (Güllüdere Vadisi), known for its stunning natural beauty.

Seterusnya, menuju ke Kampung Cavusin, a historic settlement featuring ancient houses and churches that once served as homes for Christian clergymen. Around noon, take a break to enjoy a local lunch.

After lunch, continue to Lembah Merpati (Güvercinlik Vadisi), famous for its breathtaking landscapes and pigeon houses carved into the cliffs. Later in the afternoon, explore an underground city, either Bandar Bawah Tanah Kaymakli atau Bandar Bawah Tanah Ozkonak, which provided shelter for early Christians during times of persecution.

After the tour ends around 4:00 pm, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore the area at your leisure. Overnight in Cappadocia.

After breakfast, check out of your hotel in Cappadocia. You will be picked up and transferred to Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport for your flight to Izmir via Istanbul. Upon arrival in Izmir, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Kusadasi. After check-in, the rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore at your leisure. Overnight in Kusadasi.

After breakfast at around 7:30 am, you will be picked up from your Kusadasi hotel and taken to the meeting point in Selcuk to join the full group. The journey to Pamukkale will begin at approximately 8:30 am, with a 3-hour drive. There will be a 10-minute stop for a restroom break halfway through the trip, around 1.5 hours into the drive.

Upon arrival in Pamukkale around 11:45 am, the group will first enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, around 1:00 pm, the guided tour of Pamukkale dan Hierapolis will begin with a professional licensed tour guide.

In Pamukkale, you will explore the spectacular Tebing Kapas, a natural wonder formed by deposits of calcareous salts, creating dazzling white terraces. You’ll also visit the ancient ruins of Hierapolis, an ancient Greco-Roman city. Highlights include the basilika, yang Teater, dan Mandian Rom.

At the end of the guided tour, you’ll have some free time to explore the area on your own. During this time, you may opt to swim in the Kolam Antik Pamukkale (optional and at your own expense). Your guide will inform you about the exact meeting point and time.

After the tour ends at around 4:00 pm, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel. Around 8:30 am, you’ll be picked up for a full-day guided tour of Efesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities and a former Greek port and cultural hub.

Start with a walk along Curetes Street, Ephesus’s main avenue leading to its most remarkable landmarks. The first stop is the Kuil Hadrian, a beautifully preserved structure featuring intricate reliefs that depict the city’s founding myths. Next, visit the Teater Hebat, a magnificent amphitheater that seated up to 25,000 people. Known for its exceptional acoustics, it hosted dramas, gatherings, and gladiatorial contests.

Teruskan ke Air Pancut Trajan, a decorative monument showcasing the city’s advanced water supply system.

After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Rumah Perawan Maria. Nestled on a hillside, this modest stone house is believed to have been Mary’s final residence. It remains a pilgrimage site and a peaceful place for reflection.

Seterusnya, berhenti di Kuil Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although only a few columns remain, the site reflects the grandeur and historical significance of ancient Ephesus.

Conclude the tour with a visit to the Masjid Isa Bey, a stunning 14th-century Seljuk structure featuring a tranquil courtyard and intricate tile work.

After the tour, you will be taken to Izmir airport for your late evening flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will meet our representative, who will transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Istanbul (check-out time is before 12:00 noon). You will then be transferred to Istanbul International Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) according to your flight details. This will be the end of our tour and services.