10D Simply Turkiye

HIGHLIGHTS

7 Cities

Ankara, Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale, Selcuk, Kusadasi, Istanbul

Includes:

Return economy class airfare with airport taxes & fuel charges

Accommodation, meals & transfers as per the itinerary

Licensed tour guide & driver

Sightseeing & admission fees as per itinerary

Complimentary basic travel insurance plan for Singapore citizens / residents / employment pass holders

ITINERARY

DAY 1: SINGAPORE - ANKARA

Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Ankara.

Note: Travellers flying by Qatar Airways flying into Ankara, will assemble on the night of Day 1. However, the flight only departs after midnight.

DAY 2: ANKARA - CAPPADOCIA

Highlights:

Ataturk Mausoleum

Upon arrival in Ankara the capital of Türkiye, visit Ataturk Mausoleum, the final resting place of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk who was regarded as the father of modern Türkiye. Thereafter, head to Cappadocia, which boasts a unique landscape sculpted by the wind, sun, rain and snow.

Note:

Ataturk Mausoleum will be closed to visitors on 10 Nov every year to commemorate the nation’s founding leader death anniversary. Should your visit falls on the day or any day where public admission to the Mausoleum is not allow, will be replaced with visit to The Anatolian Civilisations Museum.

Seasonal Bonus:

During mid of September to mid of October grapes picking grapes in Cappadocia.

DAY 3: CAPPADOCIA

Highlights:

Pigeon Valley, Uchisar Castle, Carpet Factory And Showroom, Goreme Open Air Museum, Uchisar, Underground City, Local Jewellery Shop, Belly And Folk-Dance Performance

Enjoy a full–day tour of Cappadocia. Make photo stops at Pigeon Valley and the foot of Uchisar Castle. Thereafter, visit a carpet factory and showroom and learn about the art of weaving Turkish carpets. Explore Goreme Open Air Museum, a compound comprising 29 rock–cut churches including some that date back to the 6th century. Next, proceed to Uchisar, an old village comprising small dwellings carved into a massive rock. If time permits, you may visit one of the homes in the contemporary village. Explore Underground City, one of the largest underground cities in Turkiye, said to have existed since the Hittite period. Thereafter, visit a local jewellery shop where you can buy handcrafted natural stone creations. Complete your evening with a belly and folk-dance performance.

DAY 4: CAPPADOCIA

Highlights:

Wine-Tasting Session, Avanos Pottery Village With Live Demonstrations

Uncover Cappadocia’s rich history of wine and pottery today! Turkiye situated within the Caucasus region, which is renowned as the birthplace of wine. Cappadocia boasts a longstanding history in winemaking. Archaeological evidence reveals grape cultivation and wine production in Cappadocia dating back to 8000 BC to 4000 BC. Connect with rich history of Cappadocia as you savour the flavours of wines in a wine-tasting session. Later, visit Avanos Pottery Village, where pottery transcends craft. It’s a living reflection of the region’s culture. Witness live demonstrations, learn techniques firsthand, and support local artisans by acquiring unique pieces!

DAY 5: CAPPADOCIA - KONYA - PAMUKKALE

Highlights:

Visit An Ancient Caravanserai

Travel to Pamukkale via Konya and visit an ancient Caravanserai. Exploring their historical significance, and insights into the past, that occurred along ancient trade routes. After dinner, you may wish to enjoy an authentic thermal bath at your own expense.

Seasonal Bonus:

During June, cherry picking in Konya.

DAY 6: PAMUKKALE - SELCUK - KUSADASI

Highlights:

Ancient City Of Hierapolis, Cotton Castle, Ephesus

View the ruins of the ancient city of Hierapolis and explore Pumukkale travertines commonly known as Cotton Castle,a UNESCO World Heritage Site, made up of fascinating white terraces and pools created by calcareous hot spring waters flowing. Set off for Selcuk where you will explore Ephesus, one of the largest archaeological sites in existence. You will find structures such as the Library of Celsius, Temple of Hadrian, Marble Street and Agora. Thereafter, drive to Kusadasi, also known as the charming resort town in the Aegean coast, for overnight.

Note:

Depending on circumstances, overnight accommodation may be in Izmir instead of Kusadasi.

DAY 7: KUSADASI - ISTANBUL

Highlights:

Turkish Leather Showroom., Grand Bazaar

This morning, drive to Istanbul. Along the way, visit a Turkish leather showroom. Shop at the 500–year–old Grand Bazaar, a maze of over 4,000 stalls and shops selling leather goods, jewellery, handicrafts, ceramics, Turkish coffee and other local products. Tonight, check in to Chan Brothers Exclusive Hotel Vialand Palace Hotel, all suite room hotel located within Vialand Shopping & Entertainment World.

Note:

In the event where Vialand Palace Hotel is unavailable, your accommodation in Istanbul will be upgraded to a 5-star hotel.

Grand Bazaar is closed on Sunday and may be closed during religious holidays, and will be replaced with Spice Bazaar.

DAY 8: ISTANBUL

Highlights:

Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Balat

Visit Blue Mosque, also known as Mosque of Sultanahmet, which boasts a unique feature of 6 minarets. Thereafter, view the remains of Hippodrome which consists of 3 monumental columns and a fountain. If time permits, enjoy some free time around Sultanahmet Camii before proceed to explore the charm of Balat, an off-the-beaten-track neigborhood with its colourful streets and narrow lanes adorned with traditional houses.

Seasonal Bonus:

During April, view Tulips in Gezipark or Emirgan Park or Old City – Sultanahmet. Taste the delicious fish sandwich, a popular local snack, in May, in Golden Horn.

DAY 9: ISTANBUL - SINGAPORE

This morning, you may take an optional tour on a Bosphorus cruise to enjoy the unique experience cruising between the 2 continents of Asia and Europe, at your own expense. Thereafter, transfer to the airport for your flight home.

DAY 10: SINGAPORE

Home Sweet Home.