Anatolian Civilisations Tour starting in historic Istanbul visiting Aegean jewel Bodrum, vibrant Izmir, astonishing Cappadocia, capital Ankara and Green Bursa

Day 1: Istanbul
On your arrival at Istanbul Airport you will be met by one of our staff and transferred to your hotel in Istanbul. The rest of the day is free time for you to explore this magical city. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2- Istanbul- Bosphorus Cruise & Two Continents Tour(B / L)
Breakfast at your hotel then we pick you up from your hotel and begin with a brief visit to City Walls ,

Golden Horn, Spice Bazaar, mystical smells of different aromas of various spices.

Bosphorus Cruise, through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia, with a possibility to take photographs of marble palaces, small fishing villages, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture beside modern luxury apartments. During the excursion you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Yildiz Palace, Ciragan Palace and Ortakoy which is a symbol of tolerance with a church, a mosque and a synagogue existing side by side for centuries.

Beylerbeyi Palace, the summer residence of Ottoman Sultans with its original furnitures and magnificent gardens with the Harem on Asian Side.

Bosphorus Bridge, unique chance to step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in a day.

Camlıca Hill, panoramic view of Istanbul and Bosphorus from one of the highest and most appealing place of the city. At the end of the tour we take you back to your hotel and Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3: Istanbul to Bodrum ( B )
Breakfast at your hotel in Istanbul then we pick you up from your hotel then transfer to airport for a flight to Bodrum, arrive in Bodrum then you will be met at the airport by one of our staff and transfer to your hotel, free time for you to discover the hidden beauties of Bodrum, Overnight in Bodrum.

Day 4: Bodrum- Daily Boat Tour ( B / L )
Daily boat trip from Bodrum is a must do experience to see the coast from a different perspective. Spend an incredible day on the Aegean Sea swimming in the crystal clear waters, sunbathing on the boat, visiting spectacular bays and nice beaches. This fascinating trip can be the most memorable part of your holiday in Bodrum. It is also possible to sunbathe on the boat just enjoying the sea breeze and spectacular views. A delicious lunch will be served on board. At the end of the blue cruise the boat sails back to the harbor in Bodrum. Then return to the hotel and spend the rest of the day enjoying pleasant memories of the trip. Overnight in Bodrum.

Day 5: Bodrum to Izmir ( B )
Breakfast at your hotel in Bodrum then transfer to bus station, you will take a bus to Izmir which will take about four hours, arrival and transfer to your hotel, free time and Overnight in Izmir.

Day 6: Izmir ( B )
Breakfast at your Izmir hotel then it will be your free day on your own, The ancient city was known as Smyrna. Your day in Izmir can begin with a Turkish coffee at one of the waterfront cafes dotting the lively Kordon. Next you can spend some time at Kordon with a fascinating view then proceed to the Elevator which was the old water operated elevator system is replaced by an electrical version in 1985 by the Izmir Municipality is one of the principal landmarks of Izmir. You can visit the Kemeralti Market and enjoy your day in the crowd of Kemeralti. You can take a ferry to Karsiyaka and spend some time on your own. Overnight in Izmir.

Day 7: Izmir to Cappadocia ( B )
Breakfast at your hotel then transfer to airport, flight to Cappadocia,direct or via Istanbul, arrival and transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia.

Day 8: Cappadocia - North Tour (B / L )  
*Balloon Flight is highly recommended.

After breakfast at your hotel we will start a full day tour of Northern Cappadocia. We will visit Goreme Open Air Museum with its astonishing rock-hewn architecture and vibrant frescoes, Uchisar Castle; the highest point of the rocky region, the lunar landscape of Devrent  Valley, the pretty little town of Avanos, famous throughout Turkey for its pottery and painted ceramics, Pasabag Valley, which has the most stunning fairy chimneys in Cappadocia, Cavusin; an old Christian village and Urgup's fairy chimneys. End of the tour transfer to hotel and overnight stay in Cappadocia.

Day 9: Cappadocia -South Tour ( B / L )
After Breakfast at your hotel we will depart for a full day guided tour of Southern Cappadocia. We will begin at Pigeon Valley, where you see thousands of pigeon houses lining the steep cliffs. A visit to one of the extraordinary underground cities Derinkuyu or Kaymakli. At Selime Village you will be astonished by the beautiful churches carved out of the volcanic rocks. Visit Ihlara Valley, the most  beautiful valley in Cappadocia. At the end of the tour we will transfer you to bus station to take a bus to Ankara which will take about four hours. Arrival and transfer to your hotel, overnight in Ankara.

Day 10: Ankara ( B )
Breakfast at your Ankara hotel then it will be your free day on your own, you can explore the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and other ancient attractions, discover the remains from the Stone and Neolithic ages and learn about the Hittites, Phygians and Urartians. You can also visit the Citadel of Ankara and Ataturk Mausoleum. You can walk along the historical markets of Samanpazari, walk by historical Turkish Parliment House and have a coffee or lunch break at Tunalihilmi street then you may go to Karum Mall then do some shopping on your own.You will have a remarkable day in Ankara on your own.

Day 11: Ankara to Istanbul ( B )
Breakfast at your hotel then transfer to airport and flight to Istanbul, arrival and transfer to your hotel, the remaining of the day is your free day and overnight in Istanbul.

Day 12: Istanbul- Daily Bursa Tour ( B / L )
Breakfast at your hotel then we will pick you up from your hotel and take a ferry to Bursa. While enjoying the lovely countryside view, we will drive to Bursa, the first capital city of Ottomans where the Ottoman Empire was first started. Taste its famous Iskender Kebap, walk through its old markets, climb to the legendary mount of Grek Gods, Olympos. Visit Ulu cami, (Grand Mosque), Green Mosque, Green Tomb, The Old Silk Market. See the high quality of silk scarves in here and have a cup of tradational Turkish coffee under the historical trees in Silk Market. See the real life of Turkish people in the region.

End of the day we will drive back to Istanbul, and transfer to your hotel.

Day 13: Istanbul ( B )
After breakfast at your hotel, our tour concludes and it is time for us to say goodbye. We will take you to the airport in time for you to catch your international flight back home and we will wish you a very pleasant flight. We hope to see you again on another Pomegranate Tour.