explore istanbul – cappadocia – athens – mykonos in 9 days

Day 1: Istanbul / Cappadocia

Upon arrival to Istanbul airport, proceed to domestic terminal to take your flight to Cappadocia. Accommodate in Cappadocia.

Evening you’ll be picked up for Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show with Dinner and free flow of local brand Alcoholic Drinks. Enjoy delicious gourmet foods while you dance with the panaromic view of the Bosphorus that separates the two continents Europe and Asia.

Enjoy as you cruise The Bosphorus and see historical places like Dolmabahce Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, Ortakoy, Rumeli Forthress , Fatih Bridge , Beylerbeyi Palace Maiden’s Tower and also Istanbuls very famous night clubs as you wine and dine the night away. No other Istanbul experience can match this unique combination of romantic ambiance. We combine fresh food with unparalleled views of Istanbul and live entertainment to create Istanbul’s leading Bosphorus Dinner Cruise. After the dinner you can enjoy the entertaining music provided by professional DJ and traditional show programs or simply relax with a drink and enjoy the view. The highlight of the night is indeed the Belly Dance show which performed by a charming professional dancer that will effect you deeply and take you the mystic, dreamy world of 1001 nights tales.
Late midnight return to the hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2: Cappadocia Highlights tour (Breakfast,Lunch)

After the breakfast we have a Daily tour to explore Cappadocia. We visit Devrent Valley to see the unigue fairy-chimneys. Drive to Pasabag (Monk’s Valley) to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Drive to the city of Avanos. We give a break for a delicious lunch in a local restaurant. 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 at Uchisar. After the tour we’ll drive back to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Note : Early morning you can join captivating Hot Air Balloon Champagne flight to have a birdview journey of this mystical region as optional (extra)

Day 3: Flight to Istanbul (Breakfast)

Have a rest up to flight time, according to your flight departure we transfer you to Cappadocia airport to flight Istanbul, the unique city that is located on two continents, Europe and Asia. During its history of more than 2.000 years, it has been the capital of the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be welcomed by your representative and transfered to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 4: Istanbul Classics Tour (Breakfast)

After the breakfast we will pick you up from your hotel lobby for the for the tour of Istanbul old city. HIPPODROME, The center of sport activities with its four monuments; The GERMAN FOUNTAIN OF WILHELM II, Egyptian Obelisk, SERPENTINE COLUMN and the COLUMN OF CONSTANTINE.
The BLUE MOSQUE: The most famous mosque of Istanbul which is known as the BLUE MOSQUE as well because of its beautiful blue Iznik tiles. (Fridays can not be visited due to Friday pray) St.SOPHIA. This ancient basilica, built by Constantine the Great, in the 4th century and reconstructed by Justinian in the 6th century, is one of the architectural marvels of all time. GRAND BAZAAR(COVERED MARKET) In this labyrinth of streets and passages are more than 4000 shops with each trade having its own area; the goldsmiths’ street, the carpet sellers, Turkish arts and crafts, such as handpainted ceramic plates, hand-honed copperware, brasware and trays, water ewers, onyxware and meerschaum pipers. After the tour we’ll drive back to hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Note : Evening you can join optional Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with a Turkih Night Shoe (extra fee).

Day 5: Flight to Mykonos (Greece) (Breakfast)

Flight to Mykonos with Athens connection.Transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Mykonos.

Day 6: Mykonos (Breakfast)

Today, after breakfast the day will be free in order explore the island. Among the cobbled streets, next to the churches, behind the freshly painted shutters, through the delivery of island living, the heavenly beaches and the liveliness of the night, Mykonos still keeps its secrets: The happiest different moments for everyone, here, on the most famous island in the world, each one of us makes each moment UNIQUE. Mykonos retains full beauty through the passage of time, and is and always will be a perfect host to visitors, offering unlimited vacation and great expectations. Overnight in Mykonos.

Day 7: Ferry to Athens (Breakfast)

We transfer you to Mykonos port to embark your ferry to Athens. Transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Athens.

Day 8: Athens City tour with Acropolis Museum (Breakfast)

We pick you up from your hotel, This tour gives you an opportunity to observe the striking contrasts that make Athens such a fascinating city. Our expert guides will take you to see the Panathenaic Stadium where the first Olympic Games of modern times were held in 1896 (short stop). Continue and pass by the Presidential residence (ex Royal Palace) guarded by the Euzones in their colorful uniform, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Hadrian’s Arch, the Parliament and the memorial to the Unknown Soldier, the Academy, the University, the National Library, the Constitution Square (Syntagma). On the Acropolis visit the Architectural Masterpieces of the Golden Age of Athens: The Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike, the Erechtheion, the Parthenon and finally “the harmony between material and spirit”, the monument that “puts order in the mind”, the New Acropolis Museum. Free evening. Overnight at your hotel. Overnight in Athens.

Day 9: Farewell Day (Breakfast)

According to your onward flight time we transfer you to ATH airport. End of the service. Wish to see you again.