Turkish Delight Tour Package

Days 1–3: Istanbul – History & Culture
Base: Stay in Sultanahmet or Karaköy for easy access to key sights.
Day 1: Arrival & Old City Introduction

✔ Arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen (SAW).
✔ Settle into your hotel.
✔ Explore Sultanahmet Square:
* Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Hippodrome.
* Evening: Walk along Gülhane Park or enjoy a traditional meze dinner.

Day 2: Palaces, Bazaars & Bosphorus

✔ Visit:
* Topkapi Palace & Harem section.
* Basilica Cistern.
* Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar.
✔ Optional: Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum.
✔ Evening: Bosphorus cruise (sunset recommended; includes views of palaces and bridges).
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Day 3: Modern Istanbul or Asian Side

✔ Explore Galata Tower, Istiklal Street, and Taksim Square.
✔ Optional ferry to Kadıköy (Asian side) for a local market experience.
✔ Consider a Turkish bath (hammam) for a relaxing break.

Days 4–5: Cappadocia – Unique Landscapes & Underground Cities
Base: Göreme or Ürgüp; stay in a cave hotel for the full experience.
Day 4: Arrival & Exploration

✔ Morning flight from Istanbul to Nevşehir (NAV) or Kayseri (ASR).
✔ Visit:
* Göreme Open Air Museum (UNESCO).
* Explore nearby valleys: Love Valley, Rose Valley, or Pigeon Valley.
✔ Sunset: Red Valley hike or viewpoint.

Day 5: Hot Air Balloon & Underground Wonders

✔ Early morning hot air balloon ride (weather permitting).
✔ Visit Derinkuyu or Kaymakli Underground City.
✔ Optional: Stop by Pasabag (Monks Valley) and Zelve Open Air Museum.
✔ Evening: Enjoy local wine or traditional pottery kebab in Avanos.
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Days 6–8: Antalya / Turquoise Coast – History & Relaxation

Base Options:
* Antalya (city + beach access + Old Town). * Or, fly to Izmir for Ephesus (if more history-focused).

Day 6: Travel to Coast

* Morning flight from Cappadocia to Antalya (via Kayseri or Nevşehir).
* Explore Kaleiçi Old Town: Roman Harbor, Hadrian’s Gate, and local markets.
* Swim or relax at Konyaaltı or Lara Beach.
* Optional: Antalya Museum for artifacts from the region.

Day 7: Day Trip Option

* Pamukkale & Hierapolis (long day trip; 3.5–4 hr one-way):
* White travertine terraces, ancient ruins, and thermal pools.
*OR visit Termessos or Perge & Aspendos for nearby ruins with shorter drives.
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Day 8: Leisure & Scenic Coast

* Take it easy with a boat trip from Antalya marina or a beach day.
* Stroll along the Düden Waterfalls or visit Kursunlu Falls.
* Optional: Turkish cooking class or final shopping spree.

Day 9: Departure

Fly from Antalya (AYT) or Izmir (ADB) back to Istanbul (if needed) for your international flight.

Additional Notes:

* Museum Pass Turkey covers most major sites in Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Antalya.
* Domestic airlines like Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, or SunExpress are efficient and affordable.
* Booking balloon rides and Pamukkale tours early is essential.
* Weather tip: Best months are April–June and September–October (avoid summer heat for Cappadocia and inland trips).
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