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Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul Today you will arrive in Istanbul, the largest city in modern Turkey. We will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. You can relax and rest for the rest of the day. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2 – Istanbul Old City Today we will have an extensive tour of Istanbul. Istanbul is the only major city located on two continents, Europe and Asia, and it was the capital of three great empires. Our first visit will be the legendary Hagia Sophia, built about 1,500 years ago and one of the most important monuments of the Byzantine and Ottoman periods. Following that, we will visit the famous Blue Mosque. After lunch, we will visit Topkapi Palace, which was the administrative center and residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. Construction began shortly after the conquest of Constantinople by Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror. The palace was known as Dar-us Saadet, meaning the House of Felicity. Finally, we will walk through the historic Hippodrome, the ancient stadium of Constantinople, where chariot races and important public events were held. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3 – Bosphorus, Ottoman Istanbul & Turkish Night This morning we will enjoy a Bosphorus Cruise and see the beautiful views of Istanbul from the water. Along the way, you will see the European and Asian sides of the city, historic palaces, mansions, and beautiful waterfront neighborhoods. Later, we will visit the magnificent Suleymaniye Mosque, designed by the famous Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan. Next, we will visit Dolmabahce Palace, one of the most impressive palaces on the Bosphorus and a symbol of the late Ottoman period. After the tour, you will have free time on the famous Istiklal Street, one of the liveliest streets in Istanbul. In the evening, we will enjoy a traditional Turkish Night Show at the historic Galata Tower area. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 4 – Ephesus & Sirince Village Today you will fly from Istanbul to Izmir Airport. After about 45 minutes of driving, we will reach the spectacular ancient city of Ephesus. We will have an extensive tour of this magnificent archaeological site, where you will see the Temples of Hadrian, Trajan, and Domitian, the huge Roman baths, the famous Library of Celsus, and the Great Theater. We will walk along the ancient streets and learn about daily life during the Roman period. After lunch, we will visit the Ephesus Museum, where many important finds from the excavations at Ephesus are displayed. Finally, we will visit the charming village of Sirince, famous for its traditional houses, narrow streets, local products, and peaceful atmosphere. At the end of the day, we will transfer you to your hotel in Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi. Day 5 – Priene, Miletus & Didyma Today another exciting archaeological day is waiting for us as we explore the famous Priene, Miletus, and Didyma tour. Our first stop will be Priene, an ancient city dedicated to Athena and known for its beautiful location and impressive ancient theater. Next, we will drive to Miletus, one of the most important ancient cities of Ionia and an important center of science, philosophy, and culture. We will explore its ancient theater and other impressive remains. After lunch, we will visit Didyma, famous for the magnificent Temple of Apollo. The name Didyma is related to the Greek word for twins and refers to Apollo and his twin sister Artemis. The Temple of Apollo was one of the largest and most important oracles of the ancient world. After our visit, we will return to Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 6 – Cappadocia & Goreme Today you will fly from Izmir to Cappadocia. After arriving in Cappadocia, we will begin our discovery of this dream-like region. Our main visit will be the Goreme Open Air Museum, where you will see ancient monasteries and rock-cut churches decorated with beautiful frescoes. These religious communities were strongly influenced by St. Basil and the early Christian tradition. As we explore Cappadocia, you will see unique valleys, rock formations, and historic settlements carved into the soft volcanic rock. At the end of the tour, we will transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 7 – Cappadocia Highlights & Underground City Before breakfast, you will have the opportunity to take a fascinating hot-air balloon ride and enjoy an unforgettable view of Cappadocia from the sky. After breakfast, we will continue our full-day Cappadocia tour. We will visit Uchisar, famous for its impressive rock castle and panoramic views. Next, we will visit Urgup and Avanos, a traditional village famous for its pottery. We will also explore Zelve, an ancient rock-cut settlement with houses and churches carved into the rocks. Finally, we will visit one of the famous underground cities of Cappadocia, where early Christians lived and hid during difficult times. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 8 – Silk Road, Konya & Mevlana Rumi Today we will leave Cappadocia and travel along the historic Silk Road toward Konya. On the way, we will stop at one of the largest and best-preserved caravanserais on this ancient trade route. After lunch, we will arrive in Konya, the city associated with the famous Sufi philosopher and poet Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi. We will visit the Mevlana Museum and learn about his life, teachings, and philosophy of love, peace, and tolerance. In the evening, after dinner, we will attend a traditional Whirling Dervishes ceremony and experience the spiritual atmosphere of Sufi culture. Overnight in Konya.

Day 9 – Istanbul Bazaars & Farewell Dinner Today we will fly from Konya to Istanbul. After arriving in Istanbul, you will have free time to explore two of the city's most famous historic bazaars. First, we will visit the Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world, built after the conquest of Constantinople by Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror. You will find thousands of shops offering carpets, jewelry, leather goods, souvenirs, and traditional Turkish products. Then we will visit the famous Spice Bazaar, where you can discover colorful spices, Turkish sweets, dried fruits, and local delicacies. In the evening, we will enjoy a special farewell dinner at a traditional restaurant and celebrate the end of our wonderful journey through Turkey. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 10 – Departure from Istanbul Today we will transfer you to Istanbul Airport for your flight back home. This will be the end of our service and your unforgettable journey through Istanbul, Ephesus, Cappadocia, and Konya.