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Day 1: Istanbul Arrive in Istanbul. Located in the Marmara region of Turkey, Istanbul is the world’s most gorgeous and mysterious city. Check out the beauty, the great culture, the colourful lifestyle, the harmony of opposites and everything this amazing city has to offer. Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be welcomed by our local representative and transferred to your hotel located in Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2: Istanbul Breakfast at the hotel. Today we proceed to tour the “Sultan Ahmet Center”, the heart of the “Old City” from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled. Hagia Sophia, the Church of Divine Wisdom, one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian. Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue İznik tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. Hippodrome, center of sportive events (chariot races, athletics) and political activities of the old city. Serpentine Column, Obelisk of Theodosius and German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments decorating the Hippodrome. Grand Covered Bazaar, most attractive shopping center and the biggest “souk” in the world with nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, carpets, leatherware and souvenir Topkapı Palace, residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibiting imperial treasury, sacred Islamic relics of Prophet Mohammed, kitchen, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy section etc. Live guide commentary is not allowed in special sections. (Harem is not included in the program) Sultan Tombs, there are five tombs of Ottoman Sultans within the graveyard at Hagia Sophia. The ceramic panels are the most beautiful examples of the 16th century with purple, red, green and blue flower motives. Prince robes and a small piece from the Kaaba covers are displayed on the sarcophaguses. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3: Istanbul Breakfast at the hotel and meet at the hotel lobby in the morning and visit Devrent Valley where various types of fairy chimneys are abundant. We will walk through this amazing valley. After visiting Devrent, drive to Avanos which is known for pottery, a craft dating back to the Hittite period. The red clay which is worked by local craftsmen comes from the residue in the Kizilirmak River, the longest river of Turkey. Further to the time for lunch at local restaurant, proceed to Goreme Open Air Museum (Dark Church is excluded; entrance requires additional admission fee) to visit the churches, chapels and monasteries carved into the fairy chimneys from the 10th to the 13th centuries with frescoes painted on the walls. Thereafter time to take photos in the neighboring valleys before going back to the hotels. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 4: Cappadocia After breakfast at the hotel, check out process and transfer to Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) for your flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival to Kayseri Airport (ASR) or Nevsehir Airport (NAV), transfer to your hotel for the check in process. Rest of the day will be free at leisure to relax. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 5: Cappadocia Breakfast at the hotel and meet at the hotel lobby in the morning and visit Devrent Valley where various types of fairy chimneys are abundant. We will walk through this amazing valley. After visiting Devrent, drive to Avanos which is known for pottery, a craft dating back to the Hittite period. The red clay which is worked by local craftsmen comes from the residue in the Kizilirmak River, the longest river of Turkey. Further to the time for lunch at local restaurant, proceed to Goreme Open Air Museum (Dark Church is excluded; entrance requires additional admission fee) to visit the churches, chapels and monasteries carved into the fairy chimneys from the 10th to the 13th centuries with frescoes painted on the walls. Thereafter time to take photos in the neighboring valleys before going back to the hotels. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 6: Cappadocia After breakfast at the hotel, directly drive to Cappadocia for a sightseeing tour. We visit the widest Underground City of the region. Then visit Pigeon Valley with many different rock formations and hundreds of pigeon houses. Lunch at a local restaurant to taste a delicious local meal. We visit Ihlara Valley, which is among the world’s largest canyons, where history and nature meet. You will be able to take panoramic photos with spectacular valley views. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 7: Depart Cappadocia After breakfast at the hotel, check out the process and transfer to Kayseri Airport (ASR) or Nevsehir Airport (NAV) for your flight back to onward destination via Istanbul.