08:45 True Blue Tour office meeting point. Starts Tour

- HIPPODROME and OBELISKS: The Hippodrome of Constantinople, located in the heart of Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet district, was once the grand social and sporting center of the Byzantine Empire. Built in the 3rd century AD, this ancient chariot-racing arena could hold over 100,000 spectators. Today, though little of the original structure remains, the Hippodrome is marked by three striking monuments: The Obelisk of Theodosius, The Serpent Column and The Walled Obelisk.
Together, these monuments reflect Istanbul’s layered history, blending Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman legacies in one iconic public space.

- BLUE MOSQUE: Officially known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, is one of Istanbul’s most magnificent landmarks. Built between 1609 and 1616 during the reign of Sultan Ahmed I, it is famed for its stunning blue İznik tiles, grand domes, and six elegant minarets. As a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture, the mosque remains an active place of worship while also attracting visitors with its beauty and historical significance. Its harmonious blend of Islamic and Byzantine influences makes it a must-see monument in Turkey’s cultural heritage.

- HAGIA SOPHIA: A UNESCO World Heritage Site in Istanbul, Turkey, is one of the world’s most iconic architectural wonders. Originally constructed as a Byzantine cathedral in 537 AD under Emperor Justinian I, it later became an Ottoman mosque in 1453 and now serves as a functioning mosque again since 2020. Renowned for its massive dome, stunning mosaics, and rich religious and political history, Hagia Sophia stands as a powerful symbol of cultural interchange between Christianity and Islam.

Lunch at Fish Restaurant

-  CRUISE ON THE BOSPHORUS: A Bosphorus Cruise offers a breathtaking journey along the iconic strait that divides Europe and Asia, revealing Istanbul’s skyline like no other experience. Gliding past Ottoman palaces, historic fortresses, and elegant waterfront mansions (yalıs), you’ll witness the city’s rich history and vibrant modern life from the water. Highlights include the Dolmabahçe Palace, Rumeli Fortress, and the Bosphorus Bridge, all while enjoying stunning views of two continents.  This unforgettable voyage blends natural beauty, architectural grandeur, and timeless romance.
(2 Hours)

- EGYPTIAN BAZAAR: Step into the intoxicating world of the Egyptian Bazaar, Istanbul’s legendary Spice Bazaar, where vibrant colors, rich aromas, and centuries of history come alive. Built in 1660 as part of the New Mosque (Yeni Camii) complex, this bustling marketplace has been the heart of Istanbul’s spice trade for over 350 years.

Wander through its labyrinthine alleys to discover saffron from Iran, Turkish delight, dried fruits, exotic teas, and fragrant spices that fill the air with an irresistible allure. More than just a market, the Egyptian Bazaar is a sensory journey through Turkey’s culinary and cultural heritage—a must-visit for food lovers and explorers alike.

Early Transfer to airport, early morning time you will take a flight to Cappadocia by Turkish Airlines.  Arrive to Cappadocia Airport, transfer Cappadocia.

Full day tour of Cappadocia. On this day, you will be able to see:

KIZILCUKUR (RED VALLEY) : One of the most stunning hiking spots, famous for its surreal rock formations, fairy chimneys, and breathtaking views.

UCHISAR: Uchisar is a troglodyte town situated right in the middle of Cappadocia. It is named after an enormous piece of rock in the center of the town, where a castle once stood. This extraordinary rock is the highest peak in the area, with the view of the whole Cappadocia as well as the Erciyes (Argeus) Mountain.

PIGEON HOUSE: Visit the pigeon houses and rock formations.

KAYMAKLI: Kaymakli and Derinkuyu underground cities are the two largest and deepest of the 40 others in Cappadocia. They both have eight floors, although not all are open to the public.

Overnight in Cappadocia

*05:00 Optional:  Balloon Tour 

After the Balloon tour, we will return to the hotel to rest and have breakfast.

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out from room.
09:30 - 10:00 Pick up from Hotel for Full day Tour in Cappadocia.

On this day, you will be able to see:

DEVRENT VALLEY: Devrent is situated on the northern slopes of Aktepe, 1km from Pasabaglari (Monks’ Valley) and 5 km from Avanos. The ruins at Devrent are spread over three valleys, which also house several pointed fairy chimneys with large stems.

MONKS VALLEY: The best place to see the three-headed fairy chimneys. Pasabag, the Pasha's Vineyard, is surrounded by incredible natural rock formations; a spectacular scene to behold.

AVANOS: Avanos has been the center of terra cotta works of art since 3000 BC. In this town, you will be invited to visit a traditional pottery workshop, possibly set deep into the hillsides. The clay, which comes from the Red River passing through the town, gives life both to the land and to the local economy.
GOREME OPEN AIR MUSEUM: Goreme, an important Christian centre in the early years of the Middle Ages, was a bishopric administered by Mokissos near Aksaray in the 11th and 13th centuries. Despite the vast number of monasteries, churches and chapels in the vicinity of Göreme, there are not many inscriptions bearing dates. For this reason, these religious buildings are mainly dated according to the iconography or its architectural features.
After tour transfer to Kayseri Airport and take a flight to Izmir. Arrival in Izmir. Transfer to Hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.

The tour starts with your pick-up from your hotel. The pick-up in Kusadasi starts at 08:30 am, and the pick-up in Selcuk starts at 09:00 am. After all the participants of the tour meet up; the discovery of Ephesus starts with the House of Virgin Mary.
The House of Virgin Mary is the place where Mary may have spent her last days. Indeed, she may have come to this area together with Saint John. This place was officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986, and since then it has become a popular place of pilgrimage. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967. The visit to the House (church) takes about 1 hour and after our visit there will be a 10-minute drive to Ephesus.
Ephesus is an exceptional testimony to the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial, and early Christian periods. Ephesus is an important site for Christianity; being one of the seven Churches of Revelation Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey. In two hours, you will be exploring the city by walking on the marble streets, accompanied by our English-speaking tour guide. On our tour, we will be seeing the Odeon, the State Agora, the Prytaneion, the Memmius monument, the Domatian temple, Hercules gate, Curetes Street, the Hadrian temple, and the latriens. The visit to the private houses (So-called ‘Terrace Houses’) is an optional visit for an extra 15 €/ per person and your guide should be informed before hand. After the terrace houses, we will carry on with our exploration of the Celsus library, Marble Road, commercial Agora, great theatre, and arcadiane (harbor road). A nice lunch will be served in a quaint local restaurant.
After lunch we will visit the temple of Artemis; which is one of the 'seven world wonders' of antiquity. Here, there will be a good chance to take gorgeous pictures of the church of St.John and the Mosque of İsa Bey.
Sirince is an old village of ‘the Byzantine Greeks situated on the hills of Selcuk and 9 km from Ephesus. As part of the peace pact after the Turkish national war (1919-1922), a formal exchange of Turkish and Greeks, was agreed upon and Sirince is inhabited by Turkish now. The village is popular for beautiful traditional houses and fruit-flavored wine production, and you will have free time for some wine tasting. Our daily tour will be finalised around 16:30 - 17:00 and you will be brought back to your hotels.

We will depart from the hotels in Kuşadası at 8:00 am and; at 08:30 am in Selçuk, in Selçuk we will meet our professional guide and we will head to Pamukkale which will take approximately 3 hours including a toilet and smoke stop for 10-15 minutes.

Pamukkale / Hierapolis is listed in Unesco's World Heritage List as a 'Natural Site' and 'Ancient City'; and is famous for her hot springs which are believed to be having healing powers. The travertines are formed by a multifaceted chemical reaction and subsequent precipitation of various causes and environments. Water springs from the ground with a high level of Calcium Hydrocarbonate at a temperature of 35.6 degrees C; and this causes carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide to evaporate and leave calcium carbonate to precipitate and form the travertine.

Hierapolis has been a settlement of different cults and cultures throughout history; and the city is believed to have been founded by Eumenies II, the Attalid king of Pergamon at the end of the 2nd Century BC; and to has been named after Hiera, the beautiful wife of Telephos, the legendary founder of Pergamon. However, ancient historians like Strabon and Ptolemaios state that Hierapolis was a Phrygian settlement. Hierapolis played an important role in spreading Christianity in Anatolia, and it was the place where Phillip, one of the twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, died. For this reason, Hierapolis became an important religious center in the 4th century AD. Later it assumed the title of the ‘Guide of the East’; and the city came under the control of the Roman Empire in 395 AD, and became a metropolitan bishopric.

Our tour in Hierapolis includes the Necropolis, Domitian Gate, Frontinus Street, the Agora, the North Byzantine Gate, the Gymnasium, the Foundatain with Triton, Apollon Temple, the Martyrium of St Philip and bridge, the Column Church, the ruins of Basilica, Plutonium, Latrina and the Roman Baths. Our guide will show you pamukkale and it will take about one and a half hour, after that, you have free time to look around, if you bring your swimming clothes you can also visit the Cleopatra pool but they charge an entrance fee approximately **€10.00** extra this is not included our tour program.

After tour transfer to Airport. Evening flight to Istanbul. Arrive in Istanbul Airport. Transfer to your hotel in Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

Breakfast the hotel. 12:00 Check out from room. Free and easy time in Istanbul. Transfer to Istanbul or SAW Airport. THE END OF OUR SERVICES.