Turkiye Istanbul Ankara Cappadocia Konya Pamukkale Canakkale Bursa 9 Days 7 Nights GOTR9942

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel restaurant (2)
Visit the Tulip Festival (Emirgan Park) and enjoy billions of tulips of 120 varieties in bloom, along with various cultural and artistic activities held in Emirgan Park, in front of the Blue Mosque, and throughout Istanbul. It is a festival filled with romance and the beauty of natural colors. This festival is held from March to April every year to showcase the true origin of the tulip. Legend has it that 300 years ago, an ambassador from Turkey gave tulips to an ambassador from Vienna to plant in Austria. However, Dutch gardeners in Austria took the tulips to the Netherlands, and later, tulips spread throughout the world. Every year at the festival, the tulip gardens are decorated and arranged with blooming tulips, creating a magnificent sight. Perfect for taking photos!
*Note: The tulips are in full bloom from approximately the end of March to the end of April each year, depending on the weather conditions that year.
Take photos in front of the Galata Tower, a Romanesque stone tower with 9 floors, cylindrical in shape with a conical roof. It is another symbol of Istanbul, built in 1348 as an observation tower to defend against enemies from the sea. Today, the top floor is open to tourists to enjoy the view of the city. Then, travel to Galata Port, a new shopping center, art and culture center of Istanbul. It is also a world-class cruise port and one of the leading destinations for cruises on European routes. You will have free time to shop for everything from DIY products and local goods to various brand-name stores. There are also restaurants, cafes, and you can take photos of the modern photo spots at your leisure.
Lunch is at your own expense to make the most of the sightseeing.
We will take you to Ankara (approximately 5 hours travel time), the capital and second largest city in Turkey after Istanbul. Ankara is the seat of the central government, government offices and embassies of various countries.
In the evening, dinner will be served at the hotel restaurant (3).
Accommodation: New Park Hotel, Ankara, 4-star or equivalent to Turkish standards.

Morning: Breakfast served at the hotel restaurant (4)
We will take you to visit the Ataturk Mausoleum, the memorial and tomb of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the leader of the Turkish War of Independence after World War I, the founder of the Republic of Turkey and the first president of Turkey. Then we will take you to the Tuz Salt Lake, the second largest salt lake in Turkey, which has a high percentage of salt. If you visit the salt lake in the summer, the water in the lake will dry up, leaving only piles of salt crystals that are tens of centimeters thick, appearing as a white landscape as far as the eye can see. This salt lake was also a filming location for the movie Star Wars. Then we will take you to Cappadocia (approximately 3 hours travel time), an area located between The Black Sea and the Taurus Mountains are a special area formed by volcanic eruptions about 3 million years ago. It was created by the eruption of lava and a huge amount of ash spreading throughout the area, accumulating to form a new layer of land. Then, water, wind, rain, sun, and snow eroded the volcanic land over millions of years, resulting in a bizarre and wondrous landscape full of cone-shaped (inverted) rocks, chimneys, tents, domes, and all sorts of other shapes, looking like a land from a fairy tale, which the locals called "the Land of Fairy Chimneys." Today, horses are still raised in this area. The city of Cappadocia was registered as a World Heritage Site by the United Nations or UNESCO in 1985. The underground city of Cappadocia was also registered as a World Heritage Site.
Lunch: Lunch will be served at a restaurant (5).
Travel to the city of Goreme, a city located in the Cappadocia region in central Anatolia, Turkey. It has been inhabited since Roman times. It was a place where early Christians used to take refuge from persecution and killings before Christianity belonged to the empire, as can be seen from the numerous Christian churches located in this area. It is a city famous for its carpet weaving and the production of valuable ceramics that are renowned throughout the world. We will take you to take photos at the Goreme Viewpoint, a place from which you can see the surrounding landscape of Goreme in beautiful scenery. We will take you to visit the Underground City, a place where Christians used to take refuge from the Romans who wanted to destroy Christians. Inside there are various rooms such as bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, wine cellars, meeting rooms, animal pens, churches, wells. Some rooms are large halls that are said to be able to hold more than 30,000 people. Then we will take you to visit the Ceramic Factory to see a demonstration of the production process of local products that are of high quality and famous throughout the world.
Evening: Dinner will be served at the hotel restaurant (6)
Accommodation: Dedeli Konak Cave Hotel, Cappadocia or equivalent Turkish standard. Special...stay in a cave-style hotel.

Morning: Breakfast served at the hotel restaurant (7)
Hot air ballooning is a highlight of Cappadocia and a destination for tourists from all over the world. You are free to choose if you are interested in hot air ballooning and other activities. Details are as follows: These are optional activities not included in the tour price (Optional Tour):
1. Balloon Tour: For those interested in taking a hot air balloon ride to see the beauty of Cappadocia, this is an optional program. It requires leaving the hotel around 04:30 - 05:00 AM. A local vehicle will pick you up to take you to the balloon launch site to see the beauty of Cappadocia from a unique perspective. The journey from the hotel to the balloon launch site takes approximately 30 - 45 minutes. The balloon ride itself takes about 1 hour. The additional cost for the balloon ride is approximately 300-320 US dollars per person, depending on the season. Prices may change, please check with the staff again.
Please note: The accident insurance included in the tour program does not cover optional activities, including hot air ballooning. And all types of gliders. Therefore, it is at your discretion.
2. Jeep Tour: For those interested in seeing the beauty of Cappadocia from the ground, the program requires departure from the hotel around 05:00 – 06:00. A local vehicle will pick you up to see the beautiful surroundings of Cappadocia from the ground in areas that smaller vehicles can access. The jeep ride takes approximately 1 hour. The additional cost for the jeep ride is 100 – 120 USD per person, depending on the season. Prices may change, please check with the staff again.
3. Classic Car: Open-top car, breathe in the cool, fresh air while watching colorful hot air balloons and enjoying the view of Cappadocia. 100 – 120 USD per person, depending on the season. Prices may change, please check with the staff again.
Recommendations
- Due to time constraints, you will need to choose one of the optional tour packages.
- Those who are prone to motion sickness should take motion sickness medication at least halfway through the journey and should inform the tour leader before the travel date (while still in Thailand). (To prepare motion sickness medication from the country)
- This activity is strictly prohibited for individuals with severe heart conditions, pregnant women, or children under 7 years of age. In case of any damage whatsoever, the company reserves the right to disclaim all responsibility.
- For those who do not participate in the optional programs, you are required to rest and wait for the group at the hotel.
* For Optional Tours such as Balloon Tour / Jeep Safari / Classic Car, please purchase them through the tour leader during the trip only, due to safety reasons and time management for the tour group. If anyone books an Optional Tour themselves without going through the tour leader, the company reserves the right to charge an additional fee of 3,000 baht per person / 1 Option.
Then, we will take you to Pigeon Valley, a cliff where ancient people dug holes for pigeons to nest and live in. In the past, the people of the area used pigeons as important messengers and also as pets. We will then travel to Uchisar Valley, where you can take photos in front of a large termite mound-like valley used as a dwelling. This valley has many holes, carvings, and excavations made by humans almost all over the mountain, used for habitation. Uchisar is the highest point in the surrounding area. Therefore, in the past, Uchisar served as a natural fortress to watch for enemies in times of danger. We will take you to visit a Jewelry Factory to see a demonstration of the production process of high-quality local products that are famous around the world. We will stop at a carpet weaving factory (Turkey’s handmade crafts), a famous and high-quality product of Turkey. You will have free time to choose and buy products.
Lunch will be served at a restaurant (8).
We will travel to Konya (approximately 3 hours), which was once the capital of the Seljuk Empire, the name of an ancient empire that once had the greatest power in the Anatolia of ancient Turkey around 1087 – 1194 AD, covering an area of ​​more than 3,900,000 square kilometers. Along the way, we will stop to take pictures of a Caravanserai, the first resting place of caravans in ancient times along the Silk Road and the Ottoman Turks. We will travel to the Mevlana Museum and visit the museum, which is a green cylindrical tower on the outside. The interior is decorated in a Muslim style, displaying Mevlana's belongings and also serving as the mausoleum for Mevlana's father and son.
Evening: Dinner served at the hotel restaurant (9)
Accommodation: Bera Konya Otel, Konya, 4-star or equivalent Turkish standard

Morning: Breakfast served at the hotel restaurant (10)
Travel to Pamukkale (approximately 5 hours), a city where hot mineral springs flow up from underground, through the ruins of an ancient Greek city before flowing down the cliffs, creating white crystal-like architectural formations.
Lunch: Lunch served at a restaurant (11)
Visit Cotton Castle. Pamukkale means cotton, and Pamukkale means castle. It is a white waterfall cascading down in layers, sparkling and reflecting the sunlight on the cliffs and gorges. The pure white color of the calcium minerals clinging to the hills cascades down like a fortress, formed from hot springs containing a large amount of calcium carbonate in nature. When the mineral water flows across the rock, the calcium adheres to the rock. Carbonates transform into carbon dioxide and separate over time. White calcium deposits completely cover the rock surfaces of the mountains, obscuring the original rock and soil. The formations change according to the shapes of the attached rock, creating bizarre and unique shapes that resemble celestial pools or scenes from a fairytale. This led to Pamukkale and the city of Hierapolis being designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. Within the same area is the ancient city of Hierapolis, a Roman city built around hot mineral springs believed to have healing properties. Over time, natural disasters caused the city to collapse, leaving only scattered ruins. Some structures are still recognizable, such as a large amphitheater, the Temple of Apollo, and an ancient Roman cemetery. It was registered as a World Heritage Site by the United Nations or UNESCO in 1988. Then take you to see the Cotton Textile Factory Outlet where you can buy souvenirs such as scarves, bed sheets, clothes, products made of 100% cotton.
In the evening, dinner will be served at the hotel restaurant (12).
Accommodation: Villa Lycus, Pamukkale, 4-star or equivalent to Turkish standards.

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel restaurant (13)
Travel to Izmir (approximately 2 hours), the third largest city in Turkey. Surrounded by mountains, it is a bustling city with wide streets, glass buildings, and modern shopping centers. Famous places in Izmir include Konak Square, Izmir Clock Tower, Yali Mosque, Izmir Ataturk Museum, Kemeralti, and Kadifekale Castle.
Lunch: Lunch at a restaurant (14)
Then, travel to Sirince Village, a village of two cultures, Turkish and Greek, a village nestled in a fertile mountain valley. One thing that makes Sirince village stand out among tourist attractions is its wine. As a true Greek village, it boasts a rich wine culture, including various fruit wines such as apple, strawberry, banana, peach, and melon wines. Sirince's fruit wines are particularly renowned. You can sample and shop for wine in the cellar in the heart of Sirince village. The village market sells homemade soaps, handicrafts, and all kinds of olive oil products. There is also a wine house and a replica of an ancient Greek house. Furthermore, the view from the Hodri Meydan tower north of Sirince is equally beautiful. We will visit a leather factory; Turkey is one of the world's leading producers of high-quality leather goods, supplying leather garments to famous Italian brands such as Versace, Prada, and Michael Kors. You will have free time to browse leather products and local handicrafts at your leisure. Afterwards, we will travel to Canakkale (approximately 4 hours), a major trading center and transportation hub for goods from Asia to Europe. Since Sultan Ahmed II built a fortress here in 1452, the former city of Canakkale was the site of the Battle of Gallipoli during World War I, when the Allies sought to advance into the Dardanelles Strait to force Turkey to withdraw from the war.
Evening: Dinner served at the hotel restaurant (15)
Accommodation: IRIS Hotel, Canakkale, 4-star or equivalent to Turkish standards

Morning: Breakfast served at the hotel restaurant (16)
Visit and photograph the Trojan Horse replica by the sea (Trojan Statue/Hollywood Horse). This famous wooden horse is from the 2004 Hollywood epic film Troy, starring world-renowned actor Brad Pitt. The filmmakers created a large, black replica of the horse to be used in the story and as an important part of the Trojan tale. Afterwards, the team presented this replica to the Turkish government as an honor and to bring fame to the city of Çanakkale. Travel to Bursa (approximately 3 hours), located on the Uludag mountain in the northwest of Turkey. It is known as a resort and ski city because it is full of many tourist attractions. In addition, Bursa was the first capital of the Ottoman Empire. On the former Anatolian Peninsula, and also a city recognized by Turks and foodies alike as the city of the most delicious kebabs in the country. We will take you to see the beauty of the Bursa Grand Mosque. Inside, you will find the delicate and exquisite work of art in the form of colorful and intricate tile decorations, including circles, stars, which are symbols of Islam, and geometric shapes. You will also see the beauty of the city, which in the past, the kings who ruled the Ottoman Empire used this city as a burial place. In addition, it has been decorated as a beautiful garden, lush with many trees.
Lunch will be served at a restaurant (17), featuring authentic Turkish kebabs.
Then, we will travel to Istanbul (approximately 2.30 hours travel time), the most important city in Turkey, with a history spanning many centuries since before Christ. It is located on the Bosphorus Strait, which makes Istanbul the only city in the world located on two continents: Thrace (Tyrannical side) and Asia (Anatolian side) of the Bosphorus Strait. Enjoy free time for shopping at Taksim Square. This street is considered the heart of Istanbul and features numerous shops selling everything from souvenirs and local restaurants to vintage trams. It's a popular meeting point for Istanbul locals.
In the evening, enjoy a free dinner to make the most of your sightseeing time.
Accommodation: Ramada Encore Bayrampasa, Istanbul (4-star or equivalent Turkish standard)

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel restaurant (18)
Visit the Suleymaniye Mosque, situated on one of Istanbul's seven hills and overlooking the Golden Horn. It is considered a landmark of the city. Although not the largest Ottoman mosque, it is one of the grandest and most beautiful. The Suleymaniye Mosque is also unique in that many of its original kullier (mosque buildings) have been preserved and adapted for use. (The mosque will be closed to visitors during religious ceremonies, renovations, or other unforeseen circumstances.) Then, enjoy shopping at the Spice Market (or Egyptian Bazaar), located near the Galata Bridge. This is the second largest indoor market in Istanbul, built around 1660 as part of the Neo-Masjid. Inside the market, there are many goods to choose from, such as food, spices, Turkish sweets, jewelry, souvenirs, dried fruits, and various accessories. Afterwards, we will take you to a Turkish Delight Shop, where you can try Lokum, a famous Turkish sweet. It's a cube-shaped confection made from flour and sugar, often with almonds, walnuts, pistachios, and macadamia nuts mixed in. It usually has a deep pink color, which fades quickly when served with a dusting of powdered sugar. It has a sweet taste with a crunchy and nutty texture from the high-quality nuts. Turks often enjoy it with hot tea or apple-flavored tea. At the appropriate time, we will transfer you to Istanbul Airport, Turkey.
03.30 PM Depart for Suvarnabhumi Airport, Thailand, by Turkish Airlines flight TK058 (meals and drinks will be served on board).