The Amazing Tour... Istanbul, Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale

• Discover the natural beauty of Gölcük Lake and the green landscapes of Bolu
• Explore Ankara, including ANKAmall and the historic Ankara Castle
• Experience the magical landscapes of Cappadocia, with fairy chimneys and optional hot air balloon views
• Visit the impressive Kaymakli Underground City and Uçhisar Castle
• Enjoy the charm of Göreme Village by day and night
• Discover Konya, home to the Mausoleum of Jalal al-Din Rumi and rich spiritual heritage
• Visit the Japanese Garden, Butterfly Park, and the historic village of Sille
• Relax in Afyon’s thermal resorts, famous for healing mineral waters
• Admire the white terraces of Pamukkale and the ancient ruins of Hierapolis
• End the journey in Istanbul with free days for sightseeing, shopping, and leisure
• Visit Çamlıca Hill and Çamlıca Mosque, the largest mosque in Turkey
• Enjoy entertainment and shows at a modern water park before departure

Day 1 – Arrival & Bolu

• Arrival at the destination.

• Meet & greet, assistance, transfer to the hotel, check-in, and time to rest after the journey.

• Departure toward Bolu.

• Hotel check-in (en route).

• Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 – Gölcük Lake, Ankara & Cappadocia

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• Visit of Gölcük Lake and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

• One of the most beautiful tourist sites in northwestern Turkey, surrounded by black pine trees, white oaks, acacias, cedars, and oak forests.

• The area is rich in wildlife such as foxes, badgers, quails, partridges, pigeons, and rabbits.

• A paved path surrounds the lake with several viewpoints offering breathtaking scenery.

• A relaxing walk around the lake can be completed in less than two hours, with the option of using small tourist trains or promenade vehicles.

• Departure toward Ankara.

• Visit of ANKAmall Shopping Center.

• Free time for lunch at the mall’s restaurants and shopping.

• Visit of Ankara Castle, one of the oldest and most famous historical monuments in the city, dating back more than 3,000 years.

• Located on a strategic hilltop, offering panoramic views over Ankara.

• Includes residential houses, ancient mosques, and remains from Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk, and Ottoman periods.

• Departure toward Cappadocia.

• Hotel check-in.

• Night visit of Göreme Village.

• Dinner.

• Return to the hotel.

Day 3 – Cappadocia Highlights

• Early wake-up before sunrise.

• Departure to a high viewpoint in Göreme.

• Enjoy the spectacular view of hot air balloons filling the sky.

• Photo stops and walk around the area.

• Optional hot air balloon flight.

• Return to the hotel.

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• Visit of Kaymakli Underground City.

• Underground cities built by ancient civilizations as protection from invasions.

• Include living spaces, storage areas, ventilation systems, and tunnels.

• Cappadocia is famous for Kaymakli and Derinkuyu underground cities.

• Visit of Uçhisar Castle, a unique fortress carved into a mountain.

• Still housing a village within.

• Features rock-carved houses, tunnels, stairways, stone doors, Byzantine tombs, and cliff-carved churches.

• Free time for lunch and walking in Göreme Village.

• Leisure walk through the village.

• Return to the hotel.

• Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 – Konya & Sille Village

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• 08:30 – Departure toward Konya.

• Visit of the Mausoleum of Jalal al-Din Rumi.

• One of the most important symbols of Konya.

• Houses the tomb of the founder of the Mevlevi Sufi order.

• Surrounded by gardens, religious artifacts, and dervish exhibits.

• Visit of the Japanese Garden.

• Free time to walk in the garden.

• Free lunch at the garden restaurant.

• Visit of the Butterfly Park.

• Largest butterfly park in Europe.

• Home to around 40 butterfly species in a tropical environment (26–28°C, 70–80% humidity).

• Return to the hotel.

• Rest time.

• Departure toward Sille Village (12 km from Konya).

• Founded during the Byzantine era and developed under Seljuk rule.

• One of the oldest villages in the region.

• Free time to explore the village.

• Dinner at valley-side restaurants.

• Return to the hotel.

Day 5 – Afyon & Thermal Resort

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• Departure toward Afyon.

• Afyon is famous for its thermal resorts and mineral baths.

• Hot springs range from 42°C to 53°C.

• Waters believed to help treat rheumatism, paralysis, and skin diseases.

• Visit of Karahisar Castle.

• Volcanic rock fortress that historically protected the city.

• Free time for lunch.

• Check-in at a thermal resort hotel.

• Room allocation.

• Free time to relax and enjoy the thermal baths.

• Overnight at the hotel.

Day 6 – Pamukkale & Hierapolis

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• 08:30 – Departure toward Pamukkale.

• Known as the “Cotton Castle.”

• Natural wonder with calcium-rich thermal terraces.

• Visit of the ancient city of Hierapolis.

• Visit of the Hierapolis Theater.

• Free time to swim in the thermal pools or walk around the site.

• Return to Afyonkarahisar.

• Hotel check-in and overnight stay.

Day 7 – Istanbul via Ertuğrul Gazi & Izmit

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• Departure toward Istanbul.

• Stop at the Tomb of Ertuğrul Gazi.

• Continuation toward Izmit.

• Lunch stop at one of Izmit’s largest shopping centers.

• Free time for shopping.

• Departure toward Istanbul.

• Hotel check-in.

• Overnight at the hotel.

Day 8 – Free Day in Istanbul

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• Free day to explore Istanbul or enjoy shopping.

• Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9 – Free Day

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• Free day at leisure.

• Overnight at the hotel.

Day 10 – Free Day

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• Free day at leisure.

• Overnight at the hotel.

Day 11 – Çamlıca Hill & Departure

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• 12:00 – Room key handover.

• Departure toward Çamlıca Hill.

• Free time to walk and have lunch.

• Visit of Çamlıca Mosque, the largest mosque in Turkey.

• Departure toward the Water Park.

• Free time to enjoy water shows and attractions.

• Transfer to the airport.

• Return flight.

We collaborate with a carefully selected network of hotels across Istanbul, including 5-star, 4-star, 3-star, and boutique-style properties, offering full flexibility to match travelers’ preferences, comfort expectations, and budget requirements. All accommodations are chosen for their strategic locations, service quality, and overall guest experience.