Welcome to Turkey! Upon landing at Istanbul Airport, your personal driver will meet you at the arrivals hall. Enjoy a comfortable transfer to your hotel through the heart of the city.
Check-in begins after 2:00 PM, leaving the rest of the day free to relax, explore nearby cafés, or wander the lively streets around your hotel.

After breakfast, begin your immersive tour of Istanbul’s historical peninsula — a UNESCO World Heritage area and the seat of empires for over 16 centuries.

Highlights

• Topkapi Palace: Explore the opulent home of Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, including its courtyards, exhibit halls, and breathtaking views of the Bosphorus.

• Hagia Sophia: One of the world’s greatest architectural masterpieces. Interior visit optional (entrance not included).

• Blue Mosque: Admire its six minarets, elegant domes, and stunning blue Iznik tiles.

• Hippodrome Square: Once the center of Byzantine social life, featuring ancient Egyptian obelisks and historic monuments.

• Grand Bazaar: Wander through one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, home to thousands of shops selling textiles, jewelry, ceramics, and handcrafts.

Smart Tips:
Wear casual walking shoes; ladies should bring a scarf for mosques.

Start your morning exploring the “other side” of Istanbul — vibrant, fragrant, and full of energy.

Highlights

• Spice Bazaar: Wander through this historic 17th-century market filled with spices, teas, dried fruits, herbal blends, and Turkish delights.

• Dolmabahce Palace: Built in 1856, this lavish palace features 365 rooms, massive crystal staircases, European antiques, and a 4.5-ton Bohemian crystal chandelier.

• Bosphorus Cruise: Enjoy panoramic views of Ottoman mansions, palaces, waterfront villas, and the connecting of Europe and Asia from the waterway.

In the evening, transfer to Istanbul Airport for your flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, your driver will welcome you and take you to your cave-style hotel.

Get ready for one of the world’s most surreal landscapes — ancient cave homes, volcanic valleys, and early Christian monasteries carved into stone.

Highlights

• Goreme Panorama: Stunning viewpoint overlooking fairy chimneys, cave dwellings, and Göreme village.

• Göreme Open-Air Museum: A UNESCO site featuring rock-cut churches, monasteries, frescoes from the 10th–13th centuries, and monastic dwellings.

• Avanos Pottery Village: Visit local craftsmen continuing a 4,000-year-old Hittite pottery tradition using red clay from the Kizilirmak River.

• Devrent (Imagination) Valley: Known for its whimsical rock formations resembling animals, figures, and shapes.

• Pasabag (Monks Valley): See some of the tallest and most impressive fairy chimneys, including hermit cells carved into the stone pillars.

• Three Beauties Viewpoint: Capture iconic photos of Cappadocia’s most famous trio of fairy chimneys overlooking Ürgüp.

After breakfast, transfer to Cappadocia Airport for your flight to Izmir. Upon landing, you’ll be met by your guide and driven along the scenic Aegean coast to the resort town of Kusadasi.

Spend the afternoon relaxing at your hotel or strolling the vibrant seaside promenade.

Today you’ll explore one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the Mediterranean — a highlight of any trip to Turkey.

Highlights

• Ephesus Ancient City: Walk along marble streets to see the Library of Celsus, Grand Theatre, and Roman baths.

• Temple of Artemis: One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

• House of the Virgin Mary: A peaceful pilgrimage site believed to be Mary’s final residence.

• Isa Bey Mosque (optional stop): One of the oldest and most elegant mosques in Anatolia.

Smart Tip: Expect approx. 3 miles of walking on uneven stone.

Transfer to Izmir Airport for your flight to Athens. After arrival, your English-speaking representative will welcome you and accompany you to your city hotel.

Enjoy the evening at leisure in the charming Plaka district.

Begin with a panoramic driving tour, followed by a deep-dive exploration of ancient Athens.

Panoramic Highlights

• Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

• Parliament House

• Panathenaic Stadium

• The Academy, University, and National Library

• Hadrian’s Gate

Guided Acropolis Visit

Explore the monumental Parthenon, Erechtheion, Temple of Athena Nike, and Dionysus Theatre, followed by a visit to the world-renowned Acropolis Museum (entrance included).

Afternoon free to shop, relax, or explore Plaka.

After breakfast, transfer to Piraeus Port and board your ferry to the glamorous island of Mykonos.

Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the afternoon wandering the narrow alleys, seaside cafés, and boutiques of Mykonos Town.

Spend the day soaking up Mykonos’ world-famous atmosphere.

Suggested Activities

• Relax on beaches like Psarou, Ornos, or Paradise Beach.

• Visit the iconic windmills and Little Venice.

• Enjoy boutique shopping and waterfront dining.

Travel by ferry through the Aegean Sea to Santorini, one of the world’s most photographed islands.

Upon arrival, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel overlooking the caldera. Spend the afternoon exploring Fira’s charming streets or enjoying a sunset with local wine.

Enjoy a leisurely day surrounded by Santorini’s dramatic cliffs and volcanic landscapes.

Transfer to Santorini Airport for your flight to Athens, timed to connect with your international departure (recommended after 12:30 PM).