10-Day Private, Premium Tour of TURKEY | A Regal Sojourn for Kindred Spirits! | VIP Road Trip | by ANGELS VACATIONS

"Welcome to the Land of Wonders, Turkiye!"

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Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST or SAW), your Angels Vacations representative will greet you and escort you to your hotel in the historic heart of the city, old Istanbul.

The remainder of the day is yours to relax and soak in the lively energy of Sultanahmet Old Town. 

Wander its charming streets, admire the centuries-old architecture, or savor Turkish delights as you prepare for the magical journey ahead.

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Overnight: Istanbul (5*)

Meals: Welcome Dinner at hotel restaurant (Pre-paid fixed night, non-transferable to other nights)

Included Activities: Airport Transfer

Optional Activities: N/A

“Beneath domes and minarets, let thy steps trace tales carved in marble and gold.”

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After breakfast, set forth on a guided journey through Istanbul’s Old City, where Byzantine glory and Ottoman elegance meet.

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Highlights include:

• Topkapi Palace: Home of sultans, filled with jewels, relics, and sweeping Bosphorus views.

• Hagia Sophia: A marvel of divine architecture adorned with mosaics and domes of faith.

• Blue Mosque: Drenched in blue Iznik tiles and spiritual serenity.

• Hippodrome of Constantinople: Once roared with chariots and emperors’ decree.

• Grand Bazaar: Endless labyrinth of shops and treasures.

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Note: Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, and the Grand Bazaar (optional visit) is closed on Sundays.

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After your tour, return to your hotel for rest or optional evening activities.

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Overnight: Istanbul (5*)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Included Activities: Full-day guided tour of Old City

Optional Activities: Bosphorus evening cruise with dinner and show

“Take flight to the realm of fairy chimneys, where ancient whispers and earthly wonders intertwine.”

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After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia. This flight takes 1hr20min. 

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Upon landing, you’ll be transferred to your cave hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to relax.

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Overnight: Cappadocia (Cave Hotel)

Meals: Breakfast

Included Activities: Transfer, Flight

Optional Activities: Turkish Bath (Hamam), Turkish Night with dance and show

“At dawn, let thy spirit soar amidst Cappadocia’s heavenly spires.”

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Start your day with an optional hot air balloon ride, soaring over Cappadocia's fairy chimneys and valleys as the sunrise paints the sky in vibrant hues.

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After breakfast, you’ll begin a guided tour of Cappadocia’s breathtaking highlights. (~6 hrs tour duration)

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Highlights include:

• Underground City: Ancient labyrinth carved deep to protect hidden civilizations.
• Uchisar Castle: Cappadocia’s highest viewpoint overlooking valleys and fairy chimneys.
• Love Valley: Valley of towering fairy chimneys and unique rock formations.
• Devrent (imagination) Valley: Animal-shaped rocks form a whimsical valley of natural wonders.
• Pasabag (Monks’ Valley): Majestic fairy chimneys once sheltered hermits in solitude.
• Göreme Open-Air Museum (Optional): Cave churches with vivid frescoes echoing Byzantine devotion.

After finishing your tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

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Overnight: Cappadocia (Cave Hotel)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Included Activities: Guided daytime tour

Optional Activities: Hot Air Balloon - Turkish Bath (Hamam) - ATV rides, horseback riding, or classic car photo shooting

“Traverse the ancient Silk Road, where poets’ words and caravans’ tales intertwine.”

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After an early breakfast, you’ll check out from your hotel and embark on a journey to Pamukkale. 

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Along the way, visit:

• Mevlana Rumi’s Tomb: A spiritual haven dedicated to the revered poet and mystic.
• Sultanhani Caravanserai: A grand 13th-century Seljuk inn, once a key stop for Silk Road traders.

After arriving in Pamukkale, relax in your 5* thermal hotel and enjoying rejuvenating spring pools.

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Overnight: Pamukkale Thermal Hotel (5*)

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Included Activities: Road trip

Optional Activities: N/A

“As the morning sun graces the ancient springs, let thy journey through time and wonder unfold!”

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Following breakfast, you will embark on a guided daytime tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis, where nature’s beauty and history’s grandeur intertwine.

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Highlights include:

• Pamukkale Travertines: Snowy limestone pools formed by centuries of mineral-rich waters. 
• Hierapolis Ruins: Roman baths, necropolis, and a hillside theatre above the clouds. 
• Cleopatra’s Pool: A legendary thermal pool where you may swim over ancient ruins (entry extra).

­ The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure, whether by soaking in the warm mineral-rich waters, exploring the local area, or simply unwinding in comfort.

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Overnight: Pamukkale Thermal Hotel (5*)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Included Activities: Guided daytime tour

Optional Activities: Paragliding, Gyrocopter, Textile/Outlet shopping center, Turkish delight factory

“With the morning’s farewell, journey forth where ancient stones whisper tales of gods and empires!”

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Following breakfast, you will check out from your hotel and embark on a scenic road journey to Kusadasi, with an immersive visit to the legendary city of Ephesus along the way. This less-than-3-hour journey offers a glimpse into the wonders of the past and the beauty of the Aegean coast.

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Highlights include:

• Ancient City of Ephesus: UNESCO site with majestic ruins, including the Temple of Artemis and grand theaters. 
• House of Virgin Mary (optional): Peaceful pilgrimage site, believed to be Mary’s final home near Ephesus.

­ After completing your tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi, a vibrant coastal city renowned for its picturesque views and lively atmosphere. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure.

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Overnight: Kusadasi (5*)

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Included Activities: Guided daytime tour, Road journey

Optional Activities: Textile/Outlet shopping center-Turkish delight factory-Leather factory.

"Where ancient hands once healed the soul, and wooden horses whispered of war."

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Following breakfast, you will check out from your hotel and embark on a scenic journey to Çanakkale, with two unforgettable stops along the way.

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Highlights include:

• Asklepion of Pergamon: An ancient sanctuary of healing dedicated to Asklepios, where therapies once blended faith, dreams, and medicine.
• Ancient City of Troy: The legendary site of Homer’s Iliad, where myth and history meet amid the ruins of nine ancient cities.

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After exploring these timeless wonders, continue toward Çanakkale (total drive ~8 hours with stops). Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy the rest of your evening at leisure.

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Overnight: Canakkale (4*)

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Included Activities: Guided road journey

Optional Activities: N/A

“With the morning’s farewell, let thy path weave through history’s great battles and legends of old!”

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Following breakfast, you will check out from your hotel and begin your journey from Çanakkale to Istanbul, tracing a route rich in heroic tales and timeless landscapes.

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Highlights include:

• Ferry across the Dardanelles: Sail across the storied strait that has divided and connected empires, from ancient Troy to modern times.
• Gallipoli Peninsula: Visit the poignant battlefields and memorials of WWI, honoring the bravery of the ANZACs and all who fought upon these hallowed grounds.

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After, you will continue onward to Istanbul, Upon arrival, you will check into your hotel in the vibrant Taksim Square area, where the city’s legendary nightlife and bustling Istiklal Street await your discovery.

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Enjoy the remainder of the evening at your leisure.

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Overnight: Istanbul (5*)

Meals: Breakfast

Included Activities: Guided daytime tour, Road journey

Optional Activities: N/A

“With souls enriched and memories bright, part ways with Angels Vacations—until destiny calls thee back!” 😇

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Following breakfast at the hotel, you will proceed to check out and be transported to the airport for your departure flight.

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We sincerely hope you’ve cherished every moment of your vacation and are leaving with a treasure trove of unforgettable memories and photos!

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We can’t wait to welcome you back for another adventure. Safe travels! 

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Overnight: N/A

Meals: Breakfast

Included Activities: Airport transfer

Optional Activities: N/A