Explore the Soul of Turkey — From Ancient Wonders to Natural Marvels
Uncover the true essence of Turkey on this immersive 12-day journey through its most captivating cities, historical landmarks, and stunning landscapes. This all-encompassing tour blends rich culture, ancient history, warm hospitality, and unforgettable scenery, offering travelers a deep and authentic Turkish experience.
From the cultural crossroads of Istanbul to the storybook valleys of Cappadocia, the healing waters of Pamukkale, the legendary ruins of Ephesus, and the coastal beauty of Antalya, this tour is crafted to showcase the best and most beautiful highlights of Turkey.
Upon your arrival to Istanbul, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel in old city. Free time is given for the rest of the day. Overnight in Istanbul
Between 08:30 – 09:00 am Pick up from hotel you will have a full day guided tour of the Hagia Sophia Mosque (see from exterior), pride of the Byzantine architecture, Byzantine Hippodrome, where chariot races were held, Blue Mosque, famous for its blue Iznik tiles, Topkapi Palace, former residence of Ottoman Sultans and Grand Bazaar, Turkey’s largest covered market with 4000 shops. Overnight in Istanbul
(* Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, replaced by Underground Cistern or Turkish and Islamic Arts Musuem & Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, replaced with Spice Bazaar )
Between 08:00 – 08:30 am Pick up from hotel and we take the ferry to one of the Princes’ Islands, Buyukada (Big Island) which is a quiet sea front town and summer holiday escape from the city. Leaving the Golden Horn by ferry, you will round Sarayburnu, the headland on which the domes and minarets of Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque can be seen. We will pass four islands with their charming old Ottoman houses and finally reach Buyukada, the largest of the islands. Upon arrival to the island, you will see the lavish Ottoman mansions and other beautiful Victorian summer villas around the island .We will take a tour of the island by electric vehicle and will pass elegant old wooden mansions and beautiful natural scenery. you can enjoy a delicious lunch and relax looking back at the domes and minarets among skyscrapers of modern Istanbul’s skyline. This a perfect day for relaxing and enjoying one of Istanbul’s residents’ favorite summer retreats. Return by ferry and drop off to hotel. Overnight in Istanbul
Pick up from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport by your private vehicle. You will take a direct flight from Istanbul to Cappadoccia, which is about 1 hour. Upon arrival, you will meet by our represent with your name on board at the exit of the airport and be transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia. The rest of the day is free time to explore at your leisure. Overnight in Cappadocia
You can book an early morning optional hot air balloon tour to enjoy the magnificent view of the valleys and the region.
After breakfast at 9:30 – 10:00 a.m Pick up from your hotel & Tour Start from Devrent Valley ( Imagination Valley), spectacular fairy chimneys and beautifull and scapes. After Devrentvalley, we will visit Pasabag( known as monkvalley) where double and triple headed rock formation. Lunch at Avanos, famous for pottery and Redriver ( Kızılırmak). After lunch, you will visit open air museum which heart of Cappadocia. Open air museum famous for wall painting, dates back to 10th century describing the life of Jesus Christand monks. The last stop will be Uchisar castle, naturalan done of the biggest mass fairy chimney of the region. Overnight in Cappadocia
After breakfast, transferred to airport and flight to Izmir. Upon arrival to Izmir airport, welcomed and transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.
After breakfast at 9:30 – 10:00 a.m you will be picked up from your hotel and see the Ancient Roman City of Ephesus, to explore the Arcadian Way, Roman Baths, Temple of Hadrian, the Celsius Library, and the Antique Theatre. In the afternoon visit the famous Sirince village with the cute village houses. At the end of the tour transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi
After breakfast pick up at 8:00 – 8:30 a.m, the first visit will be to Hierapolis, the ancient Greco-Roman city on top of hot springs. You will see the large necropolis, Great Baths, Frontinus Street, Theatre, Martyrion of St. Phillip, and the antique pool also known as Cleopatra’s pool. Finally be amazed by travertines, (the terraces of carbonate minerals left by the flowing water) on which you can enjoy a barefooted walk. Overnight in Pamukkale.
After breakfast, transferred to your hotel in Antalya by private vehicle and Overnight in Antalya.
At 09:00 – 09:30 am depart from hotel for Full-Day city tour and drive to Karpuz Kaldıran Waterfalls the place where the falls meet the sea and have a photo break in Konyaalti beach. Our next stop will be in Kaleiçi. And than visit to old town with the gate of Hadrian, the Clock Tower, Fluted Minaret, Palm Street and the ancient harbor. There are many beautiful old houses in Kaleici. Drive to Kursunlu Waterfalls and free time. After the tour drive back to the hotel and Overnight in Antalya
After breakfast, you will be transferred to airport for your flight to Istanbul and upon arrival, welcome and transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to airport for your outbound flight.
EXCELLENT Based on 181 reviews Jane K2025-04-03Verified Great experience for Osman fans It was a great experience especially for Osman fans. I liked that it included lunch and transportation. We had an English speaking guide. Eduardo M2025-01-10Verified 8-day tour of Turkey. 8 days discover Türkiye Tour was an amazing experience. The agency supported us at all times, since arriving at the airport. Excellent tours, Istanbul, Pamukkale and Capadocia. Experienced guides with a lot of knowledge of the locations. Belalur R2024-12-28Verified Best ever Ertugrul & Osman Trip. Alhamdulillah the trip was Amazing and my brother Cengiz was an extraordinary person who knows the everything and has a perfect knowledge of planning and location. I recommend everyone to go with him to have a proper experience. Love you my brother. salman Ali2024-12-28Verified Excellent, super amazing 😍 Our experience is very good! Although the weather was cold but we enjoyed a lot.Everyone is so nice,friendly and hospitable. We definitely come again through Trip now and travel event. The person named Cengiz Kellekci is a gentleman he arranged our trip to the set of Ertugrul and osman film set . Amjid s2024-10-09Verified Fantastic historical and emotional journey The host. Cengiz made the lovelt trip into a wonderful and educational journey. His genuine passion and knowledge for the history made us very emotional. There was no hard selling. Visiting the historical sites nrought home the reality of the struggles and sacrifices made by the all the people depicted in the Ertugrul Drama. Also history of the Sultans and holy people. His timing wqs perfect. We got to see changing of the Alp guards at two sites. All the burial sites. The old mosque of Sheika Edibali .I got to buy a full size Turget axe at reasonable price. There was an amazing breakfast and the best lunch.If you ate looking for just fun then maybe not for you. But if you want a lifetime experience. This is the one. Nuran Y2024-10-05Verified We recommend them highly for anyone wants to experience whatever you choose to do in best possible way! We can't thank enough to Cengiz, his wife and the whole team behind the scene. It's been a great experience with lots of lovely memories to take with a whole group. Cengiz is very professional, informative and you can tell he cares for everyone individually. Thank you once again from bottom our heart. Larayb I2024-09-19Verified 10/10 experience Salaam! This tour was exceptionally well put together! Hakan made us feel we were living the history he shared with us of our blessed Sahabas! Each stop on this tour linked with the history and it was beautifully explained! What an amazing experience for myself and my parents! Teşekkur ederim! Larayb I2024-09-15Verified 10/10 experience! Salaam Alaikum Cengiz Abi, I wanted to say thank you so much from myself and my parents for the tour. I really appreciated it. You were very informative and very knowledgeable Masha'Allah Allahumma Barik. I will definitely be booking this tour again in the future In Shaa Allah. Your hospitality was also top tier! You have made my parents dream come true Alhamdulillah. Çok teşekkür ederim! Fathima Ismail2023-11-10Verified Awesome, stunning and the most beautiful experince !!! What an amazing,stunning,beautiful country!! So much of history . I enjoyed every moment I was in Istanbul and the beautiful weather. I was so easy going around. Can't wait to go back !! Azeeza2023-10-14Verified An emotional dream come true! It was an honour being lead by a Kayi descendant himself. He was very knowledgable and the tour exceeded my expectations. Playing the Erturgul soundtrack just made us even more excited. The places we ate at was amazing, breakfast had such a huge variety. Dressing up was also so much fun, would have been a cherry on top if horse ride was included. It was also so great meeting people from all over the world on this tour. To our tour guide and driver: Allah razi olsun!
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