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DAY 1) ISTANBUL – ARRIVAL
Arrive in Istanbul NEW Airport (flight details to be advised) you will meet with English speaking representative holding a name sign outside the luggage claim area at the airport, transfer to hotel by a private vehicle for check-in & rest. (Early check-in upon availability) Remainder of the day at your own leisure.
Overnight at hotel in Istanbul.

DAY 2) ISTANBUL FULL DAY OLD CITY TOUR (Buffet Breakfast & Local Lunch included)
After your breakfast meet with your English speaking professional guide at the hotel lobby for your REGULAR (SIC) Istanbul Old City tour. First you will visit the magnificent TOPKAPI PALACE, the residence of the sultans for almost three centuries. The construction of the Topkapı Palace was completed between 1465 and 1478. Being the imperial residence of the sultan, his court and harem, the palace was also the seat of government for the Ottoman Empire.

In the Treasury section, you will see breathtaking displays, including the 7th largest diamond in the world, the “Spoonmaker’s Diamond”. At the chamber of Holy Mantle you can see the sacred leavings from Prophet Mohammad (PBU). (Entrance fee for Harem section is not included.)

Next you will visit the HIPPODROME, which was one of the largest chariot race grounds of the Byzantine Empire. Here you can see the Egyptian Obelisk brought from Egypt by Emperor Theodosius; the Serpentine Column (Tripod of Plataea) from Temple of Apollo at Delphi and the Tiled (Walled) Column erected by Constantine Porphyrogenitus at 10th century AD. Then you will visit the serene BLUE MOSQUE one of Istanbul’s most valuable monuments. It was built in 7 years (1606-1609 AD) with the order of Ottoman Sultan Ahmed I. From the courtyard you will enjoy the striking view of the cascading domes and semi-domes. Once inside you will see how the mosque got its name, viewing the colorful blue Iznik tiles that adorn the interior. These tiles were made at the peak of Iznik tile production in the early 17th Century. Lunch will be served at a Local Restaurant.

After lunch you will visit the ST. SOPHIA (from outside), the church of the Divine Wisdom. The architectural marvel of all time. It was built during Emperor Justinian reign (AD537) and it remained the greatest church in Christendom until the conquest of Constantinople in 1453 by Sultan Mehmet II who ordered to convert Hagia Sophia into a Mosque. In 1934, proclaimed as a museum.
After St. Sophia, you will visit the GRAND BAZAAR, the largest and oldest covered Bazaar in Turkey with more than 4,000 shops. A variety of handicrafts, carpets, rare jewels and souvenirs all sold in small shops next to each other. The merchants are selling everything from antiques, home wares, books, copper ware, ceramics, gold and souvenirs. Venture into the hidden courtyards or hans, lookout for marble fountains and ornate kiosks. Streets are named according to the trades and the most oriental atmosphere in Istanbul is found in the bazaar. At the end of your tour, back to your hotel. Dinner on your own. Overnight at hotel in Istanbul.

DAY 3) ISTANBUL (Buffet Breakfast included)
Breakfast at hotel Free day Oevrnight at hotel.

DAY 4) Istanbul - Cappadocia (Buffet Breakfast included)
Check out from your hotel, private vehicle and driver will take you to the airport for a quick, direct flight from Istanbul to Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel and enjoy free time for the rest of the day.

DAY 5) Highlights of Cappadocia (Buffet Breakfast & Local Lunch included)

(It is possible on this day to book an optional, early morning hot air balloon tour to enjoy the magnificent view of the valleys from the air.)

Meet with your guide at hotel lobby and depart from hotel to have full day regular (SIC) Cappadocia tour. First visit Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy-chimneys. Drive to Paşabağ (Monk’s Valley) to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Drive to the city of Avanos. Lunch at local restaurant as set menu (drinks extra). In the afternoon visit another beautiful open air museum at Göreme where the remains of rock-cut churches and Christian settlements date back hundreds of years. Lastly, before returning to your hotel, visit the natural castles of Uçhisar. After tour back to hotel.

DAY 6) CAPPADOCIA- ISTANBUL DEPARTURE (Buffet Breakfast included)
After your breakfast & check-out (12:00pm) free time until your departure. Then proceed to Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport to fly back to Istanbul. Arrive to Istanbul NEW Airport and connect to your International departure flight at the airport.

METROPOLİTAN TAKSIM HOTEL (4*) (BB) BURCU KAYA HOTEL (4*) (BB) or similar DOUBLE ROOM / Per Person
Subject to Change 602,000.00
THE ELYSIUM HOTEL (5*) (BB) SUHAN HOTEL (5*) (BB) or similar DOUBLE ROOM / Per Person
Subject to Change 633,000.00

*** All above rates are NET in EURO currency.
*** No rooms blocked in advance, availability and rates are subject to change.
*** Package rates are not valid during festive periods.

From LKR 602,000/=

(ALL RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE)