PERFECT ELEVEN DAYS
DAY 1
Welcome to Istanbul!
Overnight in Istanbul
DAY 2
Explore the historical highlights; world famous Hagia Sophia and the Grand Bazaar; one of the largest and oldest covered markets of the world.
Overnight in Istanbul
DAY 3
Explore the historical highlights; Topkapi Palace, Cistern and Spice Bazaar
Overnight in Istanbul
DAY 4
Enjoy a two-hour Bosphorus cruise with a private yacht, through the majestic skyline of Istanbul. Your private yacht will cruise along European and Asian shores of Istanbul to witness the harmony of Ottoman and modern architecture. Continue to Pera district the heart of Istanbul to feel the cosmopolitan energy of the city at its peak. In the afternoon, promenade through the upscale district of Nisantasi, with no doubt the most important shopping and fashion center of Istanbul, boasting elegant boutiques and cafes.
Overnight in Istanbul
DAY 5
Welcome to Cappadocia!
Overnight in Cappadocia
DAY 6
In early morning, enjoy hot-air balloon excursion gently drifting over the fairy chimneys, pigeon houses, orchards and vineyards. Explore land of wonders, Cappadocia. The region’s unique landscape of multicolored pinnacles and lunar rock formations known as “Fairy Chimneys” with hidden underground Byzantine churches, monasteries and entire subterranean cave towns.
Overnight in Cappadocia
DAY 7
Explore the fascinating Kaymakli underground city and rock carved churches of Goreme. Overnight in Cappadocia
DAY 8
Fly to Izmir, the beautiful grand port city of Turkey lives by its seafront kordon (promenade), developing a reputation for its cultural and civic foresight.
Overnight in Izmir
DAY 9
Explore the archaeological site of ancient Ephesus, dating back to the 11th century B.C., excavated and restored as one of the world’s most fascinating sites of antiquity. Followed by visiting the House of Virgin Mary. After the tour drive to Bodrum. With its world famous marinas, topnotch restaurants, beach clubs, luxury resorts with private wooden jetties and high-end people all around the world the feel of the peninsula is French Riviera with an exotic twist.
Overnight in Bodrum
DAY 10
Enjoy sun & sea. Overnight in Bodrum
DEPARTURE DAY