June 7th - Fly to Istanbul, transfer to Sultanahmet hotel, relax or explore nearby sights, then gather for a welcome dinner to begin discovering the city’s vibrant history and culture.
June 9th - Explore Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace, and Grand Bazaar, immersing in Istanbul’s spiritual, political, and commercial history.
June 10th - Fly to Cappadocia, explore Zelve Valley’s caves, Göreme Open-Air Museum, enjoy lunch, browse the bazaar, visit Üçhisar fortress, and take in panoramic fairy chimney views.
June 11th - Explore Kaymakli and Derinkuyu underground cities, enjoy a riverside lunch in Ihlara Valley, hike its trails, then visit Güzelyurt village and its subterranean city.
June 12th - Fly early from Cappadocia to Izmir, then explore Ephesus, its museum, Temple of Artemis, St. John’s Basilica, and the House of the Virgin Mary.
June 13th - Visit Pamukkale’s white terraces, walk the mineral-rich pools, then explore ancient Hierapolis with its theater, temples, and Roman baths, learning of its historic therapeutic powers.
June 14 - After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Airport for your flight home, concluding your journey with lasting memories of Turkey’s historic sites, landscapes, and rich cultural experiences.
