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Enchanting Turkey adventure with Istanbul & Cappadocia
- Round trip
- 7 or 8 nights
- total price from £ 1,798.00 ]
- price based on: 2 adults
Discover the wonders of Turkey’s Anatolia region with a fantastic tour from Istanbul to Ankara, and Cappadocia - includes all travel & excursions
Day 1-4: Istanbul
Your adventure begins in the country’s capital, Istanbul, known for its vibrant markets, historic landmarks, and of course, strong coffee. Discover the city's labyrinthine bazaars and eclectic cafés, all before a visit to the Mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent, a masterpiece of Ottoman Architecture. You also have the option to add a city tour to your second day, beginning at the Hagia Sophia and ending at the iconic Blue Mosque. On day three, an optional boat trip down the Bosphorus with dinner and a show awaits, while an optional Anatolian tour will take you to Beylerbeyi Palace, the Eyüp neighbourhood and the hilltop Pierre Loti Cafe for lunch.
Day 5: Ankara
It’s time to leave the sights and sounds of Istanbul behind as you venture to Ankara, crossing the amazing mountains of Bolu on the way. When arriving in Turkey’s cosmopolitan capital, enjoy a visit to the monumental complex of the Mausoleum of Ataturk, dedicated to the founder of Modern Turkey. Spend the night in Ankara.
Day 6-8: Cappadocia
Next up is Cappadocia, home to a sprawling city framed by ‘fairy chimneys’ that rise out of the earth, thanks to the erosion of soft lava and ash from centuries ago. During your stay in this enchanting region, enjoy a visit to the Salt Lake, and embark on a full-day city tour. The Byzantine monastery complex of Goreme impresses with its rock-cut churches and awe-inspiring frescoes, while the natural beauty of the Avcilar, Pasabagi and Büvercinlik Valleys await in the afternoon. Once you’ve taken a tour of local carpet, onyx and turquoise-stone workshops, you’ll head back to your hotel.
If you're keen to make your visit even more special, a host of optional excursions are available - up the thrill factor with a Jeep safari and sunset experience on day 5, and on day six, choose between a hot air balloon experience, a visit to the underground city of Kaymakli, and a Turkish night.
Please note, while all planned excursions and trips will take place, the order of the itinerary and any trips may vary depending on the schedule of the internal flights, traffic and other logistical reasons. The itinerary also changes according to your arrival date and is determined based on the days you travel to Cappadocia, which are on a Tuesday and a Friday.
Therefore, the four nights in Istanbul are distributed accordingly:
• Monday and Friday arrivals: three nights in Istanbul at the beginning, one night in Ankara, two nights in Cappadocia and one final night in Istanbul.
• Tuesday and Saturday arrivals: two nights in Istanbul, followed by one night in Ankara, two nights in Cappadocia and a final two nights in Istanbul.
This is a fast-paced itinerary that includes a comprehensive number of sights and activities in order to give you the most complete experience of Turkey! You can expect several early morning departures and a full daily schedule of activities.
Included
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Four nights at Avantgarde Urban Taksim or Barcelo Taksim Istanbul
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One night at Radisson Blu Hotel Ankara
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Two nights at Ramada by Wyndham Cappadocia
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Breakfast included throughout
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English-speaking guide
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Visit to Ankara and Ataturk Mausoleum, Istanbul
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Bosphorus cruise and Spice Bazaar visit, Istanbul
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Visit to the Mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent, Istanbul
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Full-day highlights of Cappadocia excursion
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Visit to Salt Lake, Cappadocia
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Return flights are included from your selected airport to IST, Istanbul Airport
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8kg hand luggage allowance per person included
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Shared airport transfers included
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This holiday is supplied by Exoticca Travel UK Ltd and is ATOL protected (ATOL 11248)
Trip details
Day 1 - 4: Avantgarde Urban Taksim (Superior hotel category)
With a great location in Talimhane at the heart of Istanbul’s Beyoğlu district, Avantgarde Urban Taksim offers city comfort to the max. Guest rooms are smart and sophisticated in bold monochrome patterns and dark wood. Need to relax after a busy day of sightseeing? The spa has you covered with a sa…
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Day 5: Radisson Blu Hotel Ankara (Superior & Luxury hotel category)
Located along the Old City’s main thoroughfare, Radisson Blu Ankara’s cosmopolitan surroundings perfectly compliment the contemporary interiors found within. With spacious guest rooms featuring a private balcony, you can enjoy expansive views of the lake with its rowing pond and vibrant amusement p…
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Day 6 & 7: Ramada by Wyndham Cappadocia (Superior & Luxury hotel category)
Featuring classic décor and elegance aplenty, this five-star Ramada hotel makes the perfect base from which to explore the breathtaking natural beauty of Cappadocia. Göreme National Park is just a short drive away, while Mount Erciyes is also within easy reach. When you aren't busy sightseeing, enj…
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Return flights are included from your selected airport to Istanbul Turkey.
Arrival transfers are shared, the maximum waiting time for other travellers at the airport is from 20 to 30 minutes approximately.
A 8kg hand luggage per person is included, as well as shared airport transfers.
The maximum baggage weight for the Cappadocia – Istanbul flight is 15kg.
Please note that baggage weight and size restrictions may vary between airlines, please check airline terms and conditions.
From London Heathrow to Istanbul, Turkey with Turkish Airlines - Lufthansa - KLM, Lot , British Airways, Austrian Airlines, Egyptair, or similar airways: Direct Flights
Outbound: departing between 05.00 and 23.59, arriving between 00.00 and 23.59
Inbound: departing between 06.00 and 23.59, arriving between 10.00 and 23.59
From London Gatwick to Istanbul, Turkey with Turkish Airlines or similar airways: Direct Flights
Outbound: departing between 05.00 and 23.59, arriving between 00.00 and 23.59
Inbound: departing between 06.00 and 23.59, arriving between 10.00 and 23.59
From London Stansted to Istanbul, Turkey with Wizz Air UK airways: Direct Flights
Outbound: departing between 05.00 and 23.59, arriving between 00.00 and 23.59
Inbound: departing between 06.00 and 23.59, arriving between 10.00 and 23.59
From Luton to Istanbul, Turkey with Wizz Air UK, Ajet - Pegasus Airlines airways: Direct Flights
Outbound: departing between 05.00 and 23.59, arriving between 00.00 and 23.59
Inbound: departing between 06.00 and 23.59, arriving between 10.00 and 23.59
From Manchester to Istanbul, with Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Lufthansa , KLM or similar airways: Maximum 1 stop
Outbound: departing between 05.00 and 23.59, arriving between 00.00 and 23.59
Inbound: departing between 06.00 and 23.59, arriving between 10.00 and 23.59
From Birmingham to Istanbul, Turkey with Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Lufthansa , KLM or similar airways: Maximum 1 stop
Outbound: departing between 05.00 and 23.59, arriving between 00.00 and 23.59
Inbound: departing between 06.00 and 23.59, arriving between 10.00 and 23.59
From Dublin to Istanbul, Turkey with Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Lufthansa , KLM or similar airways: Maximum 1 stop
Outbound: departing between 05.00 and 23.59, arriving between 00.00 and 23.59
Inbound: departing between 06.00 and 23.59, arriving between 10.00 and 23.59
*If you are travelling with Vueling, Ryanair or Wizz Air, we recommend that you check-in online to avoid additional charges. Your reservation includes only one small piece of hand luggage per person (40 cm x 20 cm x 25 cm) which must be placed under the seat in front of you on the plane. Additional luggage (both hand and hold luggage) can be purchased in advance via the airline's website. Any extra luggage that does not meet the specified dimensions and is not booked in advance will be subject to additional fees at the airport.
Excluded
- Please note: Mandatory tips of $30 per person (for guides, drivers, porters and waiters) are not included in the price and must be paid at the destination (in USD, GBP or EUR). These are the ONLY mandatory tips you will be required to pay in Turkey. Tipping for the rest of the trip is optional, but keep in mind that tipping is an important part of the culture and that it is commonplace for service providers to ask for tips. In these cases, it is up to your personal discretion whether to tip or not.
- Please note that passengers arriving to Turkey from January 15th 2023 onwards must make a tourism tax payment of $5 per person. This payment is imposed by the Turkish Ministry of Tourism and is mandatory for all passengers entering their country. This tourist tax is not included in the total booking amount and it will be collected by the tour guide in order to be paid to the authorities.
- Optional tours and excursions are not included and will incur an additional charge should you choose to add them.
- Payments at destination with credit or debit cards may be subject to commission and fluctuations in currency exchange. We recommend making all payments in cash.
Additional Information
| Conditions | Your booking is a direct contract between you and our trusted partner for the provision of your booking. Our trusted partner is liable for the proper execution of the agreement. Section 2 (individual travel services) of The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (B) and The terms and conditions of our trusted partner apply to this booking. |
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| Passport, visa and health requirements | The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals. |
| Estimated flight times | If your deal includes flights, the flight times shown are estimated and therefore subject to change. Please note that your preferred departure time cannot be guaranteed in every case. |
| Cancellation and amendments | To make changes to your planned itinerary, to upgrade, or if you have any questions about your booking, please contact the supplier directly on +442076600340 or customercare@exoticca.com. To find out more about the policy for this offer, please visit the partner's website: https://www.exoticca.com/uk |
| Flight confirmation disclaimer | Flight times and carriers will be confirmed by Exoticca Travel UK Ltd after you have made your booking. Within 7 days of confirming your booking with us, you’ll receive an email from the supplier, Exoticca Travel UK Ltd, with your final booking confirmation detailing the exact flight times confirmed for your specific reservation. The flight time will be within the time parameters and possible airlines detailed in this offer. |
| Pet policy | Pets are not allowed on this trip. |
| Travel documents | You will receive all documents relevant to your trip, 7 days prior to departure at the latest |
| Flight times | Please note that flights may be subject to change, delay or postponement by the provider and that flight times are provisional. Don't forget to check the actual flight times before departure on the website of the airline or the airport to avoid inconvenient surprises. |
| Group capacity | Please note, the maximum group size is for 52 people. |
| Deposit | Please note that a deposit of 35% of the travel price must be paid within 48 hours of your booking; the remaining balance of 65% is due no later than 60 days before departure. The travel booking only becomes binding when you receive our travel confirmation. |
| Adverse weather warning | In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice. |
| Offer conditions | Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport. |
| Istanbul activity transfer & language information | In Istanbul the transfer by bus to the activities is organised by hotel location, not language. Once you arrive at the destination the group is consolidated based on your language. You will always have a guide speaking your language available. Very rarely during low season some group tour departures may be bilingual (Spanish and English) although each group will have one guide for English and one guide for Spanish. |
| Superior Category location disclosure | Please be aware that the Istanbul Superior Category hotels are not close to the city centre (Taksim). |