Aegean Wonders: Istanbul, Pamukkale & Kusadasi
7 days · 6 suggested stays
Day 1 — Arrival in Istanbul, settle in, and enjoy a Bosphorus cruise.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Arrival & transfer to hotel
Private transfer from airport to Sultanahmet hotel.
Bosphorus Cruise
Scenic boat tour along the Bosphorus strait.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel
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Visit site
Comfortable hotel in the heart of old town.
Day 2 — Explore the iconic sights of Sultanahmet: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Hagia Sophia
Magnificent former cathedral and mosque.
Blue Mosque
Famous for its blue Iznik tiles and six minarets.
Topkapi Palace
Ottoman sultans' opulent palace and harem.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel
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Visit site
Comfortable hotel in the heart of old town.
Day 3 — Visit the Grand Bazaar and Basilica Cistern, then fly to Izmir and drive to Kusadasi.
(overnight: Kusadasi)
Grand Bazaar
Vast covered market with thousands of shops.
Basilica Cistern
Ancient underground water reservoir.
Flight to Izmir + transfer to Kusadasi
Fly Istanbul to Izmir, then drive to Kusadasi.
Charisma De Luxe Hotel
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Visit site
Comfortable hotel in Kusadasi.
Day 4 — Full day exploring the ancient city of Ephesus, including the Terrace Houses and Library of Celsus.
(overnight: Kusadasi)
Library of Celsus
Iconic Roman library facade.
Terrace Houses
Well-preserved Roman villas with mosaics.
Great Theatre of Ephesus
Massive ancient theater seating 25,000.
Charisma De Luxe Hotel
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Visit site
Comfortable hotel in Kusadasi.
Day 5 — Morning at leisure in Kusadasi, then drive to Pamukkale and explore the travertine terraces.
(overnight: Kusadasi)
Kusadasi Beach Time
Relax on the beach or stroll the marina.
Drive to Pamukkale
Scenic drive to Pamukkale (approx 2.5h).
Pamukkale Terraces
Snow-white travertine terraces and thermal pools.
Charisma De Luxe Hotel
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Visit site
Return to Kusadasi for overnight.
Day 6 — Visit the House of the Virgin Mary and Sirince Village, then return to Istanbul.
(overnight: Istanbul)
House of the Virgin Mary
Sacred site where Mary is said to have lived.
Sirince Village
Charming hilltop village known for wine.
Fly to Istanbul
Drive to Izmir and fly to Istanbul.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel
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Visit site
Comfortable hotel in the heart of old town.
Day 7 — Final day in Istanbul: visit the Spice Bazaar and Suleymaniye Mosque, then depart.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Spice Bazaar
Aromatic market with spices and sweets.
Suleymaniye Mosque
Grand mosque with stunning views.
Transfer to airport
Private transfer to Istanbul Airport for departure.
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