DAY 1 KUALA LUMPUR ISTANBUL
Assemble at KLIA for your flight to Istanbul.
DAY 2 ISTANBUL BOLU
Upon arrival, visit the historical Hippodrome, the famous Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, a former Greek Orthodox patriarchal basilica, later an imperial mosque, and now a museum in Istanbul, and the magnificent Topkapi Palace.
Proceed to Bolu for dinner and overnight stay.
Bolu – Von Resort Abant or similar
DAY 3 BOLU ANKARA CAPPADOCIA
Leave Bolu for Ankara after breakfast to visit the Ataturk Mausoleum – dedicated to the 1st President of modern Turkey.
Make a photo stop at the Salt Lake.
Continue with the journey to Cappadocia – best known for its unique moon-like landscape, underground cities and cave churches.
Cappadocia – Yunak Cave Hotel or similar
DAY 4 CAPPADOCIA
Start an unbelievable day with an optional Hot Air Balloon ride over the most extraordinary landscape [Own Expenses].
After breakfast,visit the incredible underground city of Cardak,
once a place of refuge for 15,000 Christians.
Then, stop at Esentepe Hill for a panoramic view of Cappadocia.
Visit Goreme Open Air Museum with fascinating rock-hewn Churches and Pigeon Valley with many caves.
Make a photo stop at Uchisar Castle – view the rock castle and enjoy the magnificent view of the Cappadocia landscape.
Visit a local Onyx centre and a Turkish traditional carpet shop.
Tour continues to Avanos Pottery Village.
After dinner, enjoy the exotic Turkish Belly Dance Show.
Cappadocia – Yunak Cave Hotel or similar
DAY 5 CAPPADOCIA PAMUKKALE
In the morning, leave Cappadocia for Pamukkale.
En route, visit Sultanhani Caravanserai – an ancient inn and rest stop for the Silk Road travelers in the olden days.
Then, make a stop to view an Obruk [a “sinkhole”lake].
After that, continue with the journey to Pamukkale.
Visit a textile centre.
After checking in, indulge yourself in a Turkish thermal bath!!! [Please bring your own swimsuit]
Pamukkale – Pam Thermal Hotel or similar
DAY 6 PAMUKKALE KUSADASI
In the morning, visit the ruins of Hierapolis – a UNESCO Heritage site and an ancient city located on hot springs. Also enjoy the sight of the geological wonder of the“Cotton Castle”, white travertine terraces formed over thousands of years.
Then, visit a local leather factory & enjoy a fashion show.
After that, make a memorable visit to Ephesus – an ancient Greek city that was regarded as the most important and largest centre of the old Mediterranean world.
Visit the House of Virgin Mary-people believed that the Virgin Mary lived here with St John towards the end of her life.
Kusadasi – Grand Belish Hotel or similar
DAY 7 KUSADASI PERGAMON CANAKKALE
In the morning, leave Kusadasi for Canakkale.
En route,stop by Sirince Village,a pretty,old Orthodox village. (if time permits, especially in winter)
Then,continue to Pergamon to visit the Asklepion–an ancient Temple of Healing.
The tour continues to the site of ancient TROY – the ancient city of the Trojan War. Take photos of the Trojan Horse.
Visit a Lokum (candy)shop for traditional Turkish delight tasting.
Canakkale – Kolin Hotel or similar
DAY 8 CANAKKALE ISTANBUL [B/L/D]
Leave Canakkale for Istanbul after breakfast.
On arrival, visit the Spice Bazaar for delightful dried fruits & spices.
Then, go on the Bosphorus Cruise and get a good view of the long strait between Asia & Europe linking the Black Sea and Marmara Sea. A marvelous experience indeed!
Istanbul – TRYP by Wyndham Istanbul Airport or similar
DAY 9 ISTANBUL KUALA LUMPUR
After breakfast, take a stroll on Taksim Square, a major tourist and leisure district famed for its restaurants, shops and hotels, and along Istiklal Street, the busiest street in Turkey
After that, visit the 500-year-old Grand Bazaar where you can also shop for souvenirs, local products and handicrafts.
After dinner, proceed to the airport for your flight to Kuala Lumpur.
DAY 10 ARRIVE IN KUALA LUMPUR
