Day 1 – Istanbul (Arrival)
Welcome to Turkey, arrival into Istanbul. Transfer from airport & check in to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.      

Day 2 – Private Istanbul City Tour
Breakfast Included
We depart at 09:00 for the Istanbul City tour. TOPKAPI PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. 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. Lunch break and then we head to the SPICE BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar) the air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice. After the day tour you have the option to experience the magical Bosphorus Cruise. You will have the chance to enjoy magnificent views of the Bosphorus which connects Asia to Europe by sunset. The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy in Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3 – Istanbul to Izmir / Kusadasi
Breakfast Included.
Free Day until the afternoon for your short domestic flight to Izmir. Transfer from airport & check in to your hotel in Kusadasi. Over Night in Kusadasi.

Day 4 – Private Ephesus Tour
After breakfast, a fully Guided Ephesus Tour starts at 09:00, one of the best preserved ancient ruins in the world. A visit to Ephesus - once the commercial centre of the ancient world - is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural program, was dedicated to the ancient greek goddess Artemis. Her enormous temple, once considered one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World has been rebuilt several times, and dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. The tour of the ruins also includes the ancient theatre, gymnasium, agora and baths, as well as the Library of Celsus. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 5 – Private Pamukkale Tour
After Breakfast we will take a day trip to Pamukkale, departing at 09:30. We will embark on our tour of natural Pamukkale travertines and the ancient city of Hierapolis. You will visit Domitian Gate, Colonnaded Gate, and Cathedral, the Red waters of Karahayit, Pamukkale Museum, and The Travertine's of Pamukkale. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 6 – Private Izmir - Istanbul
After Breakfast, we depart for Izmir Airport for our domestic return flight to Istanbul. Transfer from Istanbul airport to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore Istanbul at your own leisure. Overnight in İstanbul.

Day 7 – Istanbul  (Departure)
After breakfast check out from the hotel. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another Luxury Turkey Tour. Have a safe trip back home and thank you for choosing Luxury Tours Turkey.

ACCOMMODATION
3 nights accommodation in Istanbul at 5 Star Hotel with Breakfast
3 nights accommodation in Kusadasi at 5 Star Hotel with Breakfast

TOURS
Private 2 Full Day Istanbul City Tour
Private 1 Full Day Ephesus Tour
Private 1 Full Day Pamukkale Tour

MISC
Domestic flights from Istanbul to Izmir - Izmir to Istanbul
Private Air-conditioned busses
Private Professional English speaking tour guide
Private All entrance fees mentioned in the Itinerary
Private Return airport transfers.

Everyday and on request.
Note : This tour is private and customised to suit individual needs. This tour runs all year round, but needs to be booked at least 6 weeks in advance so that we can ensure to provide you with nothing but the utmost of service and choice in deluxe hotels. We can guarantee you any of the hotels mentioned in the itinerary should you ensure advance booking. If you would like to upgrade to the executive club please inform us with your booking. If you wish to change any of the details on the itinerary such as the length of the tour then please let us know as we will customise your itineraries to suit what ever you wish to do during your time in Turkey. Just let us know how long you would like to stay and which places you are interested in visiting, then we will take care of the rest to provide you with a worry-free vacation.

OFFICE LOCATIONS:
If you are looking for a local agency in your area to book this tour, please inform us so we can pass you our local agency contact details. We have representative agencies working for us worldwide. Forward us your contact details today so we can assist you with our nearest local agency.

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS:
Early birds discounts are available on some scheduled guided group tours, for prices listed on our website:

10 months in advance, you will be entitled to 20% discount
8 months in advance, you will be entitled to 15% discount
6 months in advance, you will be entitled to 10% discount
4 months in advance, you will be entitled to 5% discount

To check out on which tours these discounts apply to, check our prices section on the website. Note that we must receive your booking form and 25% deposit in order to secure your discounted rate. The remaining balance of your tour must be paid a minimum of 4 weeks before your tour start date.