Travel to Turkey (IFM15)
Route & Accommodation Plan:
Istanbul: 3 Nights (Day 1, Day 8) Bursa: 1 Night (Day 2) Kuşadası: 1 Night (Day 3)
Pamukkale: 1 Night (Day 4) Konya: 1 Night (Day 5) Cappadocia: 1 Night (Day 6)
Çanakkale: 1 Night (Day 7)
Day 1: Istanbul – Old City Tour
Option 1 (Classic Old City Tour):
• Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)
• Hagia Sophia
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Topkapi Palace
• Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı)
• Hippodrome Square
• Return to hotel – Rest
Optional Night Tour: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise (Unlimited Drinks & Shows)
• Bosphorus Night Cruise with dinner
• Unlimited drinks, live Turkish music, belly dance & folk shows
• Beautiful nighttime views of the Bosphorus Bridge, Maiden’s Tower, and Dolmabahçe Palace
• Return to hotel
Optional Night Tour: Traditional Turkish Meyhane Tour
• Visit authentic Meyhanes (Taverns) in Istanbul’s Nevizade & French Street
• Experience Rakı (Turkish aniseed drink) paired with Turkish appetizers (meze)
• Enjoy live Turkish music and a true Istanbul nightlife experience
Key Additions & Improvements:
Added two Istanbul night tour options:
1. Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with unlimited drinks & entertainment
2. Meyhane (Turkish Tavern) Experience for nightlife lovers
Well-balanced itinerary with cultural, historical, and shopping experiences Minimized travel fatigue by optimizing stops and overnight stays
Added optional adventure experiences (ATV, hot air balloon, and Bosphorus cruise)
Details
📌 Travel Plan Details
📍 Accommodation:
• Istanbul: 5-star hotel in central location (Sultanahmet/Taksim)
• Bursa: 4-star city hotel
• Kuşadası: 5-star beach resort
• Pamukkale: 4-star thermal spa hotel
• Konya: 4-star boutique hotel
• Cappadocia: Authentic Cave Hotel experience
• Çanakkale: 4-star hotel near the coastline
📍 Transportation:
• Private air-conditioned vehicle for all city transfers
• Domestic flights can be added for long-distance routes (Optional for Kuşadası → Cappadocia or Cappadocia → Istanbul)
Option 1 (Classic Old City Tour):
• Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)
• Hagia Sophia
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Topkapi Palace
• Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı)
• Hippodrome Square
• Return to hotel – Rest
Option 2 (Religious Istanbul Tour):
• Hagia Sophia
• Chora Church (Kariye Museum)
• Lunch
• Strolling through Balat & Fener neighborhoods
• Visit Greek Orthodox Patriarchate
• Visit St. Stephen’s Church (Bulgarian Church)
• Return to hotel – Rest
Day 2: Bursa – Historical & Cultural Tour
• Travel to Bursa
• Visit Munira Lokum Store (Turkish delights & sweets)
• Lunch at famous İskender Kebab restaurant
• Visit Green Mosque (Yeşil Camii)
• Visit Grand Mosque (Ulu Camii)
• Overnight stay in Bursa
Day 3: Kuşadası – Ancient Ruins & Shopping
• Travel to Kuşadası
• Attend Leather Fashion Show
• Visit Olive Oil Shops
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Visit Ephesus Museum
• Visit House of Virgin Mary
• Overnight stay in Kuşadası
Day 4: Pamukkale – Natural Beauty & History
• Travel to Pamukkale
• Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional – Cheaper than Cappadocia)
• Visit Hierapolis Museum
• Free time to walk on Pamukkale’s white travertines
• Lunch at a traditional restaurant
• Visit Leather Shops
• Overnight stay in Pamukkale
Day 5: Konya – City of Rumi
• Travel to Konya
• Visit Mevlana Museum (Rumi’s Tomb)
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Visit Alaaddin Mosque
• Overnight stay in Konya
Day 6: Cappadocia – Unique Landscapes & Culture
• Travel to Cappadocia
• Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional – Pre-booking required)
• Visit Love Valley, Devrent Valley & Fairy Chimneys
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Carpet & Handicraft Shopping (Turkish rugs & carpets)
• Visit Jewelry & Silver Workshop
• ATV Safari in Red Valley (Optional – Sunset Tour)
• Overnight stay in Cappadocia
Day 7: Çanakkale – Troy & War History
• Travel to Çanakkale
• Visit Ancient Troy & Trojan Horse
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Visit Çanakkale Castle & Military Museum
• Overnight stay in Çanakkale
Day 8: Istanbul – Shopping & Leisure
• Travel back to Istanbul
• Bosphorus Cruise (Daytime)
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Free time in Taksim Square & Istiklal Street
• Return to hotel
Optional Night Tour: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise (Unlimited Drinks & Shows)
• Bosphorus Night Cruise with full dinner
• Unlimited drinks, belly dance & traditional shows
• Breathtaking views of Istanbul’s skyline at night
Optional Night Tour: Turkish Tavern (Meyhane) Experience
• Enjoy authentic Turkish tavern culture
• Taste Rakı & Meze
• Listen to live Turkish music in an intimate setting
Day 9: Departure
• Transfer to Istanbul Airport
• Flight home
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