Day 1 - Arrival

* Arrive at Istanbul Ataturk Airport

* Greeted by Transfer Rep

* Arrive at Hotel

* Check-in and enjoy your day/night

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Day 2 - Istanbul City Tour

* Breakfast at Hotel

* Depart from your hotel for a guided tour of Istanbul’s historic old city.

* Hippodrome: Explore this ancient site, once the center of political and sporting life in Constantinople. See the Obelisk of Theodosius, Bronze Serpentine Column, and Column of Constantine.

* Blue Mosque: Visit this stunning 16th-century mosque, famous for its blue tiles and six minarets. It’s one of Turkey’s most iconic mosques.

* Topkapi Palace: Discover the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire at this former royal residence, now a museum housing priceless treasures, including the Imperial Treasury and sacred relics of the Muslim world.

* Enjoy a lunch break.

* Grand Bazaar: Wander through one of the largest covered markets in the world, with 60 streets and 5,000 shops offering Turkish crafts, jewellery, carpets, and more.

* After the tour - Return to your hotel.

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Day 3 -Istanbul - Bosphorus Cruise (Optional)

* Breakfast at Hotel

* Enjoy a free day or join an optional Bosphorus Cruise at an additional cost.

* Pickup from your hotel for the optional tour. First, explore the Grand Spice Bazaar, where you can experience the vibrant scents and flavors of various spices, fruits, vegetables, and more.

Next, enjoy the Bosphorus Cruise, sailing along the waterway that divides Europe and Asia. You’ll pass Ottoman-era palaces, ancient wooden villas, and luxurious modern apartments. You’ll also see Rumeli Fortress (viewed from the boat), a historic military structure built to control the Bosphorus.

* Lunch break, followed by a visit to Camlica Hill, the highest point in Istanbul. Relax in the beautiful gardens and take in panoramic views of the city and the Bosphorus.

After the cruise, enjoy a Shopping Tour to see traditional Turkish crafts, including silk weaving, jewelry, and leather goods. Take the opportunity to buy unique souvenirs and interact with local artisans.

Evening: Free time to explore Istanbul at your own pace.

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Day 4 -vIstanbul to Cappadocia By flight (Flight not included)

* Depart for Istanbul Ataturk airport for a domestic flight to Kayseri Airport (ASR).

* Upon arrival at Kayseri Airport meet with Transfer Reps and transfer to Cappadocia hotel.

* Upon arrival in Cappadocia check-in to the hotel.

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Day 5 - Cappadocia Tour with Underground City and Goreme Open Air Museum

* Breakfast at Hotel

* Pick up from your hotel for a full-day tour of Cappadocia’s wonders.

* Ozkonak Underground City: Explore one of Cappadocia’s best-preserved underground cities.

* Uchisar Castle: Visit the highest point in Cappadocia for breathtaking panoramic views.

* Goreme Open Air Museum: See stunning 10th-century frescoes depicting the life of Jesus and monks.

Next, stop by Cavusin, an abandoned village with old cave Greek houses, and enjoy lunch in Avanos. Afterward, visit a pottery workshopto see traditional pottery-making.

* Pasabagi: Marvel at the famous three-headed fairy chimneys.

* Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley): Discover unique natural rock formations resembling animals.

* Urgup Wine Tasting: Experience a local wine tasting at a shop in Urgup.

* Three Beauties: End the tour with a visit to the iconic fairy chimneys, the symbol of Cappadocia.

* Return to your hotel.

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Day 6 - Cappadocia to Istanbul - Departure (Flight not included)

* Breakfast at the hotel.

* Complete the checkout fomalitites

* Transfer to Kayseri Airport to take a domestic flight to Istanbul for an international flight connection to the USA.