Explore Turkey: Where History Meets Hospitality
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Explore Turkey: Where History Meets Hospitality

8 Nights / 9 Days
Cities Covered:
Istanbul - 3 D
Cappadocia - 2 D
Kuşadası - 2 D
Pamukkale - 2 D
Destination

Turkey Tours

Duration

8N / 9D

Your Journey

Select Date | 1 Adult, 0 Child

Package Inclusions
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Istanbul
After your arrival at Istanbul Airport, our representative will meet you and escort you to the hotel. After check in, you are free to rest and do whatever you want. You can take a tour around the hotel, or avail the facilities inside the hotel to get over the tiredness because of the flight journey. After spending this day at leisure, Overnight stay at hotel.

Istanbul
After a tasty breakfast, you will head for an extravagant tour of the Old Istanbul city. You will visit St. Sophia, Topkapi Palace, The famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle, where relics of the Prophet Mohammed are enshrined, Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque Hippodrome, Ancient Hippodrome, The scene of chariot races with the three monuments: The Obelisk of Theodosius, The bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. After this you will have lunch and proceed to visit Grand Covered Bazaar, which has more than 4,000 shops. After shopping, Overnight stay at hotel.

Istanbul
After having a deliciously prepared breakfast, you will depart for an exotic Bosphorus Cruise tour. Enjoy a magical Istanbul Bosphorus Boat Cruise and Spice Market Tour where an array of sites are visible from the boat including the Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar). You will also explore Bosphorus in a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. After this tour ends, you will be transferred to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for domestic flight to Cappadocia. Our rep will pick you up from Airport and take you to hotel for check in and Overnight stay at hotel. 

Cappadocia

After a hearty morning meal, you will fly in the sky with an early morning Hot air Balloon Tour to discover Cappadocia from air. Then you will go for a tour of Cappadocia and visit the beautiful Uchisar Castle, the highest point of Cappadocia. After Uchisar, you will visit Goreme Open Air Museum, the Heart of Cappadocia. Next stop will be Cavusin, which is an abandoned village with old cave Greek houses. After this you will enjoy unch.  After lunch, you will visit a pottery workshop, to learn the art of making pottery. Then you go Pasabag where you can see three-headed fairy chimneys. After this, you will visit another workshop to see Cappadocian hand woven carpets and kilims, Devrent Valley, which is also called Imagination Valley famous for camel rock formations looking like animals. Last stop of this tour will be Three Beauties and Three beautiful fairy chimneys with their hats, which is the symbol of Cappadocia. Overnight stay at hotel.


Cappadocia
After a relishing breakfast, today you will visit the beautiful Red valley which is famous for its towering rock walls and layers of colorful sandstone at every turn, Pigeons valley which features  which features some of the world's finest examples of cave dwellings, a home to thousands of pigeons and Kaymakli underground city which is a mysterious underground city used for hiding during the Arab Byzantine Wars. After this, you will head to Airport to board your flight to Izmir. After landing in Izmir, you will be transferred to Kusadasi to your hotel for a relaxing overnight stay.

Kuşadası
After your arrival at Istanbul Airport, our agents will meet you and escort you to the hotel. After check in, you are free to rest and do whatever you want. You can take a tour around the hotel, or avail the facilities inside the hotel to get over the tiredness because of the flight journey. After spending this day at leisure, Overnight stay at hotel.

Kuşadası

After a refreshing breakfast you will proceed for a tour of Pamukkale. You will explore the aesthetic white rock formations and hot springs. After this you will travel to the ancient city of Hierapolis and learn about the ancient culture there.Then, enjoy a cleansing bathe in Hierapolis’s natural springs and pools. Unwind and enjoy your trip to the fullest. Afterwards, you will return to hotel for a relaxing overnight stay.


Pamukkale
After a hearty breakfast, you are free to enjoy the day as you want. You can relax at the hotel or take a small tour around the hotel. In the afternoon, you’ll board a flight to Istanbul. After reaching Istanbul by evening, you will be transferred to hotel. After check in, Overnight stay at hotel..

Pamukkale
After delightful breakfast, you will check out from hotel and will be transferred to the Airport to board a flight back to home. On the way to the airport you can buy some souvenirs of your vacation here. Your tour ends with a lifetime of precious memories! 

To Book any International holiday Or Travel Services, a Person has to make an initial non-refundable deposit of Rs. 19,999/- Per Person. In case a Person want to book air-tickets as part of his tour package , 100% payment is required as the time of booking. Balance payment is to be paid at least 15 days prior to date of departure.

Cancellation Rules: Cancellations of a tour package must be intimated to us in writing / Email & cancellation charges applicable are as follows:

  •  21 days or more prior to the departure or non-payment of balance amount- Rs.19,999/- per person
  •  20-15 days prior to the departure - 25% of the tour cost
  •  14 - 7 days prior to the departure of the tour - 50% of the total tour cost
  •  7 - 4 days prior to the departure of the tour - 75% of the total tour cost
  •  3 days prior or a “No Show” on the tour - 100% of the total tour cost

For the cancellation of services other than tour package (such as air-tickets/cruises/ safaris, etc) booked with Oxford Travels will attract cancellation charges as per the policy of respective supplier of the services. Oxford Travels does not take responsibility for fees relating to the issuance and / or cancellation of air tickets or other arrangements not done through Oxford Travels.

  • Flight Fare Charge.
  • Meals other than mentioned above
  • Cost for Optional Tours , Up-Gradation Charges , Sightseeing Entry fee & Guide charges & special Permits
  • Personal Expenses such as laundry, soft drinks, bottles of water, incidental, porter charges, tips etc.
  • Expenses incurred due to change in oil price, mishaps, landslides, strikes, political unrest etc, high season surcharge if levied any.
  • GST 5.09% not included in the package.

  • Above Rates are on Per person basis.
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Accommodations at Double / Twin sharing basis.
  • Breakfast at Hotel Restaurant.
  • All transfers and sight seeing as per the above itinerary by SIC ( Seat In Coach ) Basis.

  • You will receive the Booking Confirmation with flight ticket within 24 hours of the payment made.  
  • Rooms and rates are subject to availability at the time of booking.
  • Flight and hotel fares may change at any point in time. 
  • Your earliest confirmation is highly appreciated. 
  • Hotel check-in time is 14:00 hrs. and check-out time is 12:00 hrs.
  • In the case of an early arrival before the check-in time, rooms must be booked from the previous night with corresponding charges to guarantee early check-in. Late checkout is subject to availability. 
  • As a travel company, we are not responsible for any changes or cancellations in flights made by the airlines. 
  • Cancellations due to any natural calamity or a pandemic leading to Force Majeure or lockdown in the destination resulting in flight or hotel cancellation will be subject to refund policies of the airline, hotel, etc. We will strive to obtain a maximum refund.  
Package Overview
Explore Turkey: Where History Meets Hospitality
Tour Summary

This 9 day Turkey tour takes you through the best of Istanbul, Cappadocia, Kusadasi, Ephesus, and Pamukkale. Begin with Istanbul’s rich history and Bosphorus cruise, then soar over Cappadocia in a hot air balloon and explore fairy chimneys, valleys, and underground cities. Continue to Kusadasi for Ephesus’s ancient wonders and Pamukkale’s unique white terraces and hot springs. End your trip with leisure in Istanbul before departure.

Tour Highlights

  • Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus Cruise & Spice Market.
  • Cappadocia: Hot Air Balloon Ride, Uchisar Castle, Goreme Open Air Museum, Fairy Chimneys, Red & Pigeon Valleys, Kaymakli Underground City.
  • Ephesus (Kusadasi): Ancient ruins, Temple of Artemis (one of the Seven Wonders).
  • Pamukkale: White travertine terraces, Hierapolis ruins, thermal springs.
  • Cultural Experiences: Pottery workshop, Turkish carpets & kilims, local bazaars & traditional cuisine.
Frequently Asked Questions

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Answer. Yes, most travelers require a visa or e-Visa to enter Turkey. Some nationalities can get an e-Visa online before arrival, while others may be visa-exempt. Check the official Turkish e-Visa website for details.

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Answer. The currency is the Turkish Lira (TRY). Credit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops, but carrying some cash is recommended for small vendors and rural areas.

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Answer. A minimum of 7–10 days is recommended to explore Istanbul, Cappadocia, and Pamukkale. For a more relaxed trip including Antalya or Ephesus, plan for 12–14 days.

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Answer. Yes, it is highly recommended to book in advance as balloon rides are very popular and can sell out quickly, especially during peak season.

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Answer. The best time to visit Turkey is April to June (spring) and September to November (autumn) when the weather is pleasant and sightseeing is most enjoyable. July and August can be very hot, especially in inland areas.

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Answer. Yes, travel insurance is highly recommended to cover medical emergencies, trip cancellations, or lost luggage.

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Answer. Turkish cuisine includes kebabs, mezes, baklava, Turkish delight, pide (Turkish pizza), and çay (tea). Vegetarian options are also widely available.

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Answer. Yes, international roaming works, but local SIM cards (Turkcell, Vodafone, Türk Telekom) are affordable and offer good data plans.

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Answer. The official language is Turkish, but English is commonly spoken in tourist areas, hotels, and restaurants.

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Answer. Turkey is modern and diverse, but modest clothing is recommended when visiting mosques or religious sites. Carry a scarf for women to cover their heads when entering mosques.
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