Upon arrival, TCI representative will be waiting for you who will then drive you directly to your hotel. Welcome to Istanbul where east meets west and a city whose architecture and culture is as diverse as its history.
Later in the evening, we will pick you up from your hotel to see the city, sit back and relax on a cruise as you enjoy a traditional dinner and unlimited local drinks and discover Istanbul by night on this romantic evening cruise. Sip on your welcome drink as the sun sets on this most magical of cities and watch the famous monuments glide by. Then sit down to a wonderful dinner consisting of an incredible variety of buffet dishes, including mouth-watering Turkish specialties and a choice selection of foods. We’ll cruise by Dolmabahce and Ciragan Palaces, the Golden Horn, the Rumeli Fortress and the Hotel Kempinski on the European Shore and on the Anatolian side the unforgettable spectacle of the floodlit and also beneath the impressive Bosphorous suspension bridge, illuminated by a lighting system of changing colors and patterns. After an unforgettable evening, return to the hotel with magical memories that will last a lifetime.

Today post breakfast, we will pick you up from your hotel and take you to discover Istanbul, its sights and sounds. Begin by being driven to the nucleus of the Old City: Sultanahmet Square. You are then taken to explore the thrilling Hippodrome, which used to host chariot races in the days of the Byzantine Empire. Then head over to the sprawling and awe-inspiring construction of the Blue Mosque, one of the most impressive sights in the city. After the Blue Mosque, head over to another colossal god-fearing construction: the Hagia Sophia, one of the finest examples of Ottoman architecture. Continuing to the Topkapi Palace, one of the single most popular attractions in the whole of Istanbul. It stands on Seraglio Point, also known as Sultanahmet. Visit the tombs of these very sultans in one of the most beautiful examples of 16th century Ottoman architecture. Round the day off with a visit to one of the largest covered markets in the world, the Grand Bazaar and its more than 4,000 shops; a true Istanbul experience. We will then drive you back to your hotel.
Late in the evening, we will pick you back from your hotel for a short to an exclusive night-club where you will sample the delights of Turkish cuisine. A four course dinner including drink will be served while a spectacular Oriental Show is performed by belly dancers and folk groups from various regions of Turkey. We will then drive you back to your hotel.

This morning, we will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to the airport from where you will board your flight to Cappadocia, TCI representative will be waiting for you who will then drive you directly to your hotel. Welcome to Cappadocia where landscape includes dramatic expanses of soft volcanic rock, shaped by erosion into towers, cones, valleys, and caves. Rock-cut churches and underground tunnel complexes from the Byzantine and Islamic eras are scattered throughout the countryside. It can be described as “Moonscape” because it looks otherworldly. You may not ever get a chance to visit another planet, but a visit to Cappadocia will make you forget you’re on Earth. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure or exploring the amazing sites including your cave hotel if you choose to stay in one.

Today we will embark on a splendid excursion through the picturesque Devrent Valley which has various types of fairy chimneys. Among these are those with caps, cones, mushroom like forms pillar and pointed rocks. The Small fairy Chimneys in the valley form a lunar landscape, or moonsacape, by their strange look. The Valley also has many animal shaped rocks like camel, snakes, seals, and dolphin. We will then visit the Pasabagları or The Monks Valley to experience this stunning place.
before proceeding for Avanos which is known for the pottery, a craft dating back to the hittite period.
Also explore the historical Göreme Open air Museum which is the biggest monastery where this religious education was started. You will visit the churces, chapels, and monasteries carved into the fairy chimney from the 10th to the 13th centuries with frescos painted on the walls.
Enjoy Göreme Panorama which is a Panoramic point where you will have a wonderful view over Goreme town with its Spectacular cave houses. We will the return to your hotel or Cave House where you can spend the rest of your evening at leisure.

Today, after breakfast, we will drive you to the airport where you can board you flight to Antalya. Upon arrival, we will pick you up again and take you to your hotel. C/I and refresh at the resort.
Welcome to Antalya, the gateway to the Turkish Riviera and very much a destination in its own right. Situated smack on the Gulf of Antalya, the largest Turkish city on the western Mediterranean coast is both classically beautiful and stylishly modern. The day is at leisure as we recommend you to visit some of the shorelines and beaches in Antalya today. TCI’s representatives will help plan your day as it may be best for you to explore the beaches at your leisure.

Post a wonderful breakfast, we will pick you up from your hotel and proceed to the Duden Waterfalls National Park. Walk through the beautiful green park and listen to the sound of falling water which is mountain spring water which has flowed down from the Taurus Mountains to cascade into the Mediterranean Sea. Afterwards we continue to the city center and visit Hadrian’s Gate, the clock tower at Kalekapisi, Republic Square with its Ataturk statue and overlook amazing views of the Mediterranean coast and Olympos Mountains. Descending from the square, you’ll explore the narrow winding streets of historical Antalya or Old town of Kaleici, filled with graceful Ottoman-era houses and gardens. Return to your hotel and refresh in Antalya overnight.

Today, after breakfast, we will drive you to the airport where you can board you flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, we will pick you up again and take you to your hotel in Izmir/Kusadasi. C/I and refresh at the hotel in Izmir/Kusadasi.
Welcome to Kusadasi – one of Turkey’s popular beach resort town and a major cruise ship destination on the western Aegean coast that offers an excellent environment for an unforgettable holiday. Kusadasi is reputed for being one of the most attractive cities of the Aegean. TCI’s representatives will help plan your evening as it may be best for you to explore the coastal town at your leisure.

After breakfast we will leave for Ephesus, visit the shrine of Virgin Mary where she is said to have spent her later days. At Ephesus, see the spectacular ruins, some of which have only recently been escavated. We will see the Odeon, the Bouleterion, the Fountains, the Temples, the Brothel, the Library, the Double Church and the Stadium. ancient city of Ephesus. The foundation of Ephesus by colonists of Hellenic stock took place between the 16th and 11th centuries B.C. After lunch we will visit the Archaeological Museum and St. John’s Basilica. We will then return back to your hotel where you can spend the rest of the evening at leisure.

Post a wonderful breakfast, time permitting the first half of the day will be yours at leisure. TCI’s European experts will provide you with multiple choices to help plan efficiently. Whatever you choose to do for the rest of the day, you are bound to have a wonderful time in Izmir. Later, as we know that all great journeys have to come to an end so we will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to the airport in Izmir.