This 5-day Historical Highlights Turkey Tour will take you through ancient cities and unique ruins that are scattered all around Turkey. From the cave dwellings and churches in Cappadocia to the ancient cities of Hierapolis and Ephesus, there is so much fascinating history to explore. The nature in these places is equally as stunning! Turkey historical tours are full of fascinating discoveries. Some of the best archaeological sites in the world like Gobekli Tepe are found in Turkey, you can also find Islamic historical places in Turkey, that attract visitors from the world over. From Eastern Turkey to Southern Turkey, explore wonderful historical sites, with sites from Roman amphitheatres to prehistoric statues, you will have plenty tickle your curiosity.
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Duration
5 Days 4 Nights
Available Languages
EN, ES
Welcome to Turkey!
Flight From Istanbul To Cappadocia
To begin your five-day journey, you will fly from Istanbul to Kayseri airport in Cappadocia. If you are just arriving in Istanbul, we will try our best to find you a close connection and if you are already staying in Istanbul, we will arrange your transfer to the airport to catch your flight. Similarly, once you arrive in Cappadocia, we will pick you up and drop you off at your accommodation.
OPTIONAL TOUR: ATV (QUAD) BIKE SAFARI.
If you love Adventure and want to see Cappadocia from a different perspective then our fully guided Quad Safari is suited to you. Ride on a sturdy ATV (quad) bike and experience this landscape in a completely different way. Our Safari starts at approximately17:00 pm a great opportunity to see an amazing view of this ancient valley.
Rest well before beginning your sightseeing tours tomorrow!
Overnight in Cappadocia.
- Early Morning -
OPTIONAL TOUR: CAPPADOCIA HOT AIR BALLOON FLIGHT
If you choose to wake up in the early hours of the morning to take advantage of a Hot Air Balloon flight, this experience can be added to the tour. This activity is famous in Cappadocia and is the perfect way to start the day by seeing the awesome views of the mountains from high in the sky. This tour will cost extra.
Full-Day North Cappadocia Tour
After breakfast, you will begin your North Cappadocia tour and walk through many of the sites that you might have seen from the air. These include Devrent Valley, the rock formation called Three Beauties, and Monks Valley, as well as the local village of Avanos. You will also have a chance to tour through the Goreme Open Air Museum.
- Evening -
OPTIONAL TOUR: TURKISH NIGHT SHOW & DINNER.
Tonight's tour is a special evening organized not only so that you experience Turkish Culture and Traditions but also to have an entertaining show to help you relax, after your day sightseeing in Cappadocia. You will be picked up from your hotel in the evening and taken to a cave restaurant in the heart of Cappadocia, for a night you will always remember.
Overnight in Cappadocia.
South Cappadocia Tour
After a second night in Cappadocia, you will spend a day touring other incredible parts of the area such as The Underground City, the Uchisar Castle Panorama, Pigeon Valley, Rose Valley, Meskendir Valley and Cavusin Village.
Overnight Bus From Cappadocia to Pamukkale
Following the tour, you will take an overnight bus to Denizli where we provide accommodation for a few hours so that you can rest before your tour to Pamukkale begins later in the morning.
Important Note: this overnight journey lasts between 8 - 10 hours
Overnight bus.
- Early Morning -
OPTIONAL TOUR: PAMUKKALE HOT AIR BALLOON FLIGHT
This morning you can begin the day by seeing the sunrise from a hot air balloon if you like. This activity is famous in Pamukkale and should definitely not be missed. This is an early morning tour and costs extra.
Pamukkale Tour & Transfer to Ephesus
After your overnight bus and a few hours rest in your accommodation in Denizli, we will pick you up and drive you to nearby Pamukkale where you will begin your tour of Pamukkale and the Ancient City of Hierapolis.
Following this tour, we will drive you 3 hours to Ephesus which is the launching point for your Ephesus tour the next morning.
Overnight in Ephesus. (Selcuk or Kusadasi)
Ephesus Ancient City Tour
On your final day of this tour, you will spend the day sightseeing in and around the Ancient City of Ephesus, with additional visits to the Virgin Mary's House, the Temple of Artemis, and Isabey Mosque.
Flight From Izmır To Istanbul
Following the tour, we will drive you to Izmir airport where you will catch your flight back to Istanbul. If you plan to stay in Istanbul, we will transport you to your accommodation in the city.
Choose Your DuratIon
Duration
5 Days 4 Nights
Available Languages
EN, ES