DAY 1 ISTANBUL
We will check-in and have a delectable breakfast at the hotel after arriving at the Istanbul Airport. You will be visiting places in Turkey that are very significant historically and religiously. The Blue Mosque, one of Turkey’s top tourist destinations, will be our first stop. It was erected in 1617. Additionally, you will get to view the Hippodrome of Constantinople, which served as the hub of social and sporting activities in ancient Constantinople.
After seeing the Hagia Sophia Mosque, we’ll spend the afternoon at the Topkapi. It is renowned for its exquisite architecture and treasures, which include Holy Relics that are the personal effects of several prophets, such as the Staff of Moses and a few items of the Prophet (PBUH). We’ll have supper in a neighborhood eatery in Istanbul and spend the night there.
After seeing the Hagia Sophia Mosque, we’ll spend the afternoon at the Topkapi. It is renowned for its exquisite architecture and treasures, which include Holy Relics that are the personal effects of several prophets, such as the Staff of Moses and a few items of the Prophet (PBUH). We’ll have supper in a neighborhood eatery in Istanbul and spend the night there.
Meals : Breakfast (local) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (local)
Overnight : Istanbul
Overnight : Istanbul
DAY 2 ISTANBUL – TRABZON
On day 2, we will have breakfast at the hotel in Istanbul and take a 1-hour 30-minute flight to Trabzon. After arriving at the Trabzon Airport, we will Uzungol Lake, which is popular all over the world for having an amazing natural view. We will also explore the Sumela Monastery, which has some attractive ruins and an icon of Theotokos called Panagia Gorgoepekoos, which is believed to be painted by Apostle Luke. We will stay overnight at Trabzon.
Meals : Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (hotel)
Overnight : Trabzon
Overnight : Trabzon
DAY 3 TRABZON - ERZURUM
We will drive from Trabzon to Erzurum, which will take around 4 hours. We will visit the Erzurum Grand Mosque, which was built way back in 1179 CE, and the Seljukian Cifte Minarelli Madrasah, which was a center of learning and religious education during the 13th century. The rest of the day will be dedicated to exploring Erzurum city and sightseeing. The overnight stay will be at the hotel in Erzurum.
Meals: Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (hotel)
Overnight: Erzurum
Overnight: Erzurum
DAY 4 ERZURUM - DIYARBAKIR - MARDIN
After breakfast at the hotel in Erzurum, we will drive to Diyarbakir in about 4 hours and 15 minutes. After visiting the Diyarbakir Grand Mosque, known for hosting four different Islamic traditions, we will drive to Mardin and explore the Old City, Old Bazaar, and Mesopotamia, which is known for breakthrough research in astrology and mathematics. We will have dinner at a nice hotel in Mardin and stay the night there.
Meals : Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (hotel)
Overnight : Mardin
Overnight : Mardin
DAY 5 MARDIN – SANLIURFA
After breakfast, we will drive from Mardin to Urfa in 2 hours and 40 minutes approximately. Here you will get to visit the Harran Ancient University and Houses and take photos there. We will also explore Balikligol, the place at which Nimrod threw Prophet Abraham into the fire, according to the Jewish and Islamic legends. We will visit the nearby mosques like Rizvaniye Mosque and Halil-ur Rahman Mosque, along with Maqam-i-Ibrahim. You will have ample free time for shopping in the Urfa Old Bazaar. Our overnight stay will be at Sanliurfa.
Meals : Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (hotel)
Overnight : Sanliurfa
Overnight : Sanliurfa
DAY 6 SANLIURFA - ADIYAMAN
After breakfast at the hotel in Sanliurfa, we will drive to Adiyaman, which will take about 1 hour and 4- minutes. We will have a photo stop at the Ataturk Dam, one of the largest dams in the world. We will be taking a minibus to visit Nemrut Mountain and see an amazing sunset from the top of the mountain. After these steps, we will travel back to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (hotel)
Overnight: Adiyaman
Overnight: Adiyaman
DAY 7 ADIYAMAN - MARAS – CAPPADOCIA
Have breakfast at the hotel in Adiyaman. After driving for around 2 hours, we will explore the famous Kahramanmaras City Center, Turkish Ice Cream & Baklava in Maras. You can shop around in the city and take some amazing pictures before driving to Cappadocia.
Meals: Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (hotel)
Overnight: Cappadocia
Overnight: Cappadocia
DAY 8 CAPPADOCIA
Before we visit the renowned carpet plant, you may have a great hot air balloon flight over the stunning Cappadocian region. We’ll also go to the expansive, multi-level Derinkuyu Underground City, which can accommodate 20,000 people. One arrives in Avanos town, the center of Cappadocia’s pottery industry, after passing through the Derbent Valley, which is renowned for its spectacular beauty and extraordinary rock formations. Before we reach the Pigeon Valley, which has several artificial pigeon homes cut in malleable volcanic tuff, you will also get the chance to visit Cappadocia’s highest point at the Uchisar Citadel and capture some stunning images there. On the last day, we’ll stop by the Turquoise Factory to look at the lovely jewelry before heading back to the hotel.
Meals : Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (local)
Overnight : Cappadocia
Overnight : Cappadocia
DAY 9 CAPPADOCIA - ISTANBUL
You can also enjoy an early morning hot air balloon tour on day nine and have a great photo stop at the Red Valley, Cappadocia’s most beautiful natural scenery. We will take a flight to Istanbul, and after arriving at the Istanbul Airport, we will have dinner at a nice local restaurant. Our overnight stay will be in Istanbul.
Meals : Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (local)
Overnight : Istanbul
Overnight : Istanbul
DAY 9 ISTANBUL – RETURN
Following breakfast at the hotel, we will visit the Turkish Leather Factory, as Turkey is one of the largest high-quality leather manufacturers. We will explore the Ayyub Mosque and Maqam and take a cable car to Pierre Loti Hill, which is well-known for having spectacular observation platforms in Istanbul. Spend your spare time on Taksim Square and Istiklal Street shopping and enjoying yourself. The dinner will be at a local restaurant before traveling to the airport for your return flight.
Meals: Breakfast (hotel) – Lunch (local) – Dinner (hotel)
Scenic Highlights
- Bosphorus Cruise
- The Hippodrome of Constantinople
- Blue Mosque
- Topkapi Palace
- Hagia Sophia Mosque
- Uzungol Lake
- Sumela Monastery
- Erzurum Grand Mosque
- Seljukian Cifte Minareli Madrasah
- Diyarbakir Grand Mosque
- Mardin Old City & Old Bazaar
- Mesopotamia Mardin
- Harran Ancient University and Houses
- Balikligol Sanliurfa
- Rizvaniye Mosque
- Halil-ur Rahman Mosque & Maqam-i Ibrahim
- Urfa Old Bazaar
- Nemrut Mountain
- Sunset on The Top of Nemrut Mountain
- Ataturk Dam
- Kahramanmaras City Center
- Underground City
- Cappadocia
- Derbent Valley
- Avanos Pottery Atelier
- Goreme Town
- Uchisar Citadel
- Pigeon Valley
- Avanos Pottery Atelier & Urgup City
- Red Valley
- Ayyub Mosque & Maqam
- Pierre Loti Hill (by Cable Car)
- Grand Bazaar
- Taksim Square & Istiklal Street
Guidance
- English-speaking licensed local guides will be assisting you.
- Indonesia-speaking licensed local guides for Indonesian travelers.
Package Includes
- Hotel Accommodation
- All airport transfers
- Transportation by AC Coach, Wi-Fi & Parking Fees
- Professional Tour Guide Service
- Full Board Meals (Local & Asian)
- Entrance fee per itinerary
- Water Service during Meals and on the Bus
- Private boat for Bosphorus Cruise Trip for ten pax and above
- Regular boat for Bosphorus Cruise Trip for nine pax and below
Personal Expenses, Drinks, Domestic & International Flight Tickets, Portage Service, PCR Test, Optional Tour, and Gratuities for your guide and driver are not included in the price.
Remarks
- Timing on itinerary may change due to traffic, weather, or unexpected situations. There will be no refund for unused service.
- Prices are not applicable on fair dates, on religious holidays, and during the Christmas – New Year period.