Istanbul & Cappadocia Tour (6 Days)

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DAY 1 – Arrival in Istanbul
Upon arrival in Istanbul, the city of two continents, you will be greeted by Veni Vidi Travel representative with Turkish hospitality & accompanied during your transfer to the hotel, where you will be briefed by your travel consultant with the remainder of day at leisure to relax &/or check out the city. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 2 – Bosphorus Cruise & Asian Istanbul Tour (B,L)
Start the day a driving journey along the Golden Horn, the arm of the Bosphorus peninsula which separates the old and new cities of Istanbul. Follow the traces of history in Balat at the Fener Orthodox Patriarchate, proceeding on to visit the Metal Church of St Stephen the Bulgarian, Ahrida Synagogue, Eyup Sultan Mosque and see the 21km long City Walls of Istanbul. Next stop, the Egyptian Market (Spice Bazaar), with different aromas of various spices From here, join a cruise along the Bosphorus on one of the iconic ferries of Istanbul giving you the chance to see the two bridges that link Europe and Asia. Disembark the ferry and enjoy a trip over the Intercontinental Bosphorus Bridge to Camlica Hill, the highest hill in Asiatic Istanbul to enjoy breathtaking views of both shores. Travel back to Europe with a stop at Dolmabahce Palace, with more than 340 rooms & eight Turkish Baths the imperial residence of the last six Sultans. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 3 – Byzantine & Ottoman Relics Tour (B,L)
Your day will commence with a visit to the ancient Byzantine Hippodrome where you will tour the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column, Fountain of Wilhelm II, the elegant Blue Mosque famous with its heavenly six minarets and the Hagia Sophia Museum, built during the reign of Emperor Theodosius and burned down in the fire of Nika Revolt in 532 A.D. Day tour will continue with a visit to the Grand Bazaar, exploring a labyrinth of streets and passages housing more than 4,000 shops. After lunch you will be guided to visit the Topkapi Palace, residence and administrative center of the Ottoman Sultans. Historical tour of Istanbul will conclude with a visit to the Rustem Pasha Mosque. After the tour you will be leaded back to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 4 – Flight to Cappadocia / Cappadocia Tour (B,L)
Complete check-out and board your transfer to Istanbul Airport for the domestic flight to Kayseri (Cappadocia). On your arrival at Kayseri Airport, you will by your guide who will start you on your journey to the Devrent Valley which is perfect for exploring rock formations of the famous fairy chimneys and then off to Pasabaglari Valley, formerly known as the "Monks' Valley" (Rahipler Vadisi). Next you will visit the Goreme Open Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and view the ancient rock-hewn churches sculpted in the hillsides almost a thousand years ago. After lunch, continue on to the small town of Urgup, which has many carved dwellings that are still inhabited. Stop at a local restaurant for lunch and then off to join in the Discovery Series “Art of Pottery in Asia Minor” event for the afternoon, offering you the opportunity to visit a cave pottery atelier.  You will continue with a visit to Uchisar Castle, situated at the highest point in the region. Your day will conclude with a visit to Piegon Valley, the famous grounds where pigeons were trained to deliver messages throughout Central Cappadocia, essential for communication. Overnight in Cappadocia.

DAY 5 – Cappadocia Tour / Flight to Istanbul (B,L)
Check-out and start your second day tour of Cappadocia with a visit to Rose Valley, named after the pink tints visible in its weathered rocky sides. Along the way you will see the original and still currently inhabited rock-formed houses. Then proceed to Cavusin Village, one of the oldest settlements in the area, stopping at the Church of St. John the Baptist, offering panoramic view of the village. After lunch you will continue on to the south of Cappadocia to visit Kaymakli Underground City, carved underneath beneath a rocky hill (Kaymakli Castle). The day tour will finish with a stop at Ortahisar, famous for the Castle of Ortahisar situated in a 86m height cave during the period of Eti.  At the end of the tour you will be transferred to Kayseri Airport for the domestic flight to Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 6 – Istanbul / Departure (B)
Breakfast, check-out & transfer to Istanbul International Airport as per your onward flight schedule.