Wonders of Turkiye – Guaranteed Departure Tour

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Upon our arrival at Istanbul International Airport walk to Domestic Side and take your connecting flight to Tokat. Your guide will meet, assist and transfer you to the hotel. Overnight in Tokat at Silk Road Museum Hotel.

(Breakfast included)
Today, we will have the opportunity to tour 900 years of history in 900 steps in Tokat. After the breakfast at 08:30 we will depart to Tokat City, we have a City Tour, visiting the historical places of Tokat such as historical lodging and dwelling points, forums and religious educational centers, Tokat Museum, Ethnography Museum, world renowned Turkish Baths as well as Clock Tower in downtown. We will have lunch break and after lunch we will be visiting famous Ballica Caves that is known to have healing powers for Asthma patients and then we will visit the Magnificent Gaz Lake, which is intertwined with nature. Overnight in Tokat at Silk Road Museum Hotel.

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After breakfast, check out from the hotel and continue to Cappadocia. First we will drive to Zile Castle for visit. Zile Castle, located in the town of Zile in Tokat Province, Turkey, stands as a testament to the region's rich history. Built during the Byzantine era and later expanded by the Seljuks and Ottomans, the castle offers a glimpse into centuries of architectural evolution and cultural exchange. Its strategic location atop a hill provides commanding views of the surrounding landscape, making it not only a historical landmark but also a picturesque site for visitors. Today, Zile Castle serves as a museum, showcasing artifacts and exhibits that narrate the story of its past and the civilizations that once thrived within its walls. One of the most intriguing aspects of Zile Castle is its association with Julius Caesar, who famously declared "Veni, vidi, vici" after the Battle of Zela in 47 BC. This phrase, meaning "I came, I saw, I conquered" in Latin, encapsulates Caesar's swift victory and has become synonymous with triumph and achievement. After the visit, continue the journey to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and check in.
Overnight in Cappadocia.

(Breakfast included)
The day is yours at Leisure to explore the city by own. Overnight in Cappadocia. You may choose to relax in your cave hotel in Cappadocia, or join our optional Cappadocia tour to explore this extraordinary region. As you walk through its unique valleys, where every step is filled with history and a breathtaking atmosphere, you will discover remarkable museums, ancient churches, and one of the most significant landscapes in world history. Overnight in Cappadocia.

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After breakfast early in the morning at 08:00am we drive to Konya. Once you reach to Konya we will stop at a restaurant for lunch break. After then visit the imposing green - tiled Mausoleum of Mevlana, the mystic founder of the Sufi sect (Whirling Dervishes). After the Konya Mevlana tour drive to Pamukkale and evening check into your hotel for relaxing. Overnight in Pamukkale.

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At 08:00am we depart for Kusadasi which takes approximately 3 hours by road. Rest of the day is yours at Leisure.
Overnight in Kusadasi.
You may first join our optional Pamukkale tour to experience one of the world’s most remarkable travertine terraces. By walking barefoot on the pure white formations and feeling the thermal waters, you will have the unique opportunity to witness history and nature come together in this extraordinary setting.

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The day is yours at Leisure to explore the city by own. Overnight in Kusadasi
You may choose to relax at your wonderful hotel by the sea in Kusadasi, or you can join our optional tour to Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and explore this extraordinary historical site that has witnessed the course of history. By joining this optional tour, you will have the opportunity to experience and witness history firsthand.

(Breakfast included)
After breakfast at 07:30am we depart from the hotel and drive to Bursa which takes approximately 4,5 hours by road for a daily guided tour in Bursa. Today we will visit Bursa with all famous and Islamic heritage places. We will visit to Ulucamii (Great Mosque), Cumalikizik Village, Green Mosque, Green Tomb, and we will enjoy the local tastes such as Turkish delights, desserts, nuts and other snacks as well as souvenirs of Bursa, in a unique Bursa bazaar inherited directly from Ottoman Empire. After tour ending, proceed to Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

(Breakfast included)
The day is yours at Leisure to explore the city by own. Overnight in Istanbul.
You may choose to relax at your hotel in the magnificent city of Istanbul, or you can join our optional tour, specially prepared for you, to experience Istanbul’s rich history, unique geography, vibrant culture, and its thousands of years of heritage.

After breakfast, to Istanbul Airport to connect your International flight home. This marks the end of our wonderful journey.