Pre&Post Tours

Explore a magical subterranean world more than 2,000 years old!

Program 1 ISTANBUL – CAPPADOCIA 5 NIGHTS / 6 DAYS

Day 1 Transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for flight to Kayseri. Arrive at Kayseri Airport and meet & greet by IDEE TRAVEL representative. Transfer to Cappadocia (ca. 90 km, 1 ½ hour). Arrive at hotel and check in. After refreshment, meet with guide at the lobby and start tour of Cappadocia at 12:00. Visit to Göreme and Zelve open-air museums and Uçhisar Fortress,

Day 2 A highlight in Cappadocia, not to be missed: A Balloon trip! 04.30 Wake up call. Early in the morning you will be transferred to the location where you will meet the crew and the rest of the adventurous people like yourself. You will then take off from here and start living a lifetime experience. The gentle and stable wind conditions are ideal during the first few hours of the day in Cappadocia. It is also the ideal time for photography, with splendid colors and contrasts. The deep canyons and lush fertile valleys provide the balloons with an ideal playground for a unique and memorable flight; gentle winds carry you over places that could never be reached except by balloon. After flying over Cappadocia for about 55 to 60 minutes and after you land, you are met by the staff who are eager to congratulate you by offering some soft drinks. You will then be transferred back to your hotel where you will have enough time for a breakfast and for the rest of the day's activities. ! 1 After the Turkish breakfast at the hotel, start to full day tour of Cappadocia. Explore the underground city of Kaymakli followed by a visit to shopping sprees of Cappadocia. The next stop is the Soganli valley earliest settlements in Cappadocia. After this, we drive back to Urgup. On the way we visit the Medrese in Taskinpasa than Visit to Mustafapaşa (Sinassos), an ancient Greek town with its spectacular old Greek houses. After lunch in Mustafapaşa, we take a 5 km hike along the Red Valley, one of the most breathtakingly and mysteriously beautiful valleys in the region. Before return to hotel, visit to famous town Avanos for traditional handicraft as pottery, tiles and plates. Dinner will be served at the Hotel.

Day 3 After Turkish breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Kayseri airport at early morning for THY flight to Istanbul. Arrival at Istanbul Airport and transfer to hotel. Afternoon will be at leisure.

Day 4 After Turkish breakfast at the hotel, start to Full day city Tour. We begin our tour of the Sultanahmet district, the heart of old Istanbul, at Hagia Sophia. Built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century AD, this church is one of the marvels of world architecture. Next we visit the Blue Mosque, which owes its name to the exquisite tiles adorning its interior. The Hippodrome, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi survive. The Grand Bazaar, was the commercial heart of the old city and its 4,000 shops are full of treasures – including carpets and kilims, silks, jewelry, ceramics, icons, and leather goods. After the lunch served at a local restaurant, we continue our tour at Topkapı Palace, which, from the 15th to the 19th century, was the principle residence of the Ottoman Sultans.

! 2 Day 5 After the Turkish breakfast at the Hotel. We start to Full day Bosphorus Cruise and Asian side tour. We begin with a brief visit to the 17th century Spice Bazaar one of Istanbul’s most colorful and bustling attractions. Next, we take an unforgettable cruise along the Bosphorus, the majestic strait that runs through Istanbul, linking Europe and Asia. After lunch served a local restaurant, we continue by driving across the first Bosphorus Bridge and head for the summit of Çamlıca Hill, which affords panoramic views of Istanbul

Day 6 After the Turkish breakfast at the hotel, transfer to airport for flight home.

Services included: • 2 night accommodation at 4 star hotel on Half Board basis in Cappadocia • 3 night accommodation at 4 star hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis in Istanbul • English speaking guidance service • Air-conditioned luxury mini bus • All transfers • Domestic flight ticket from Istanbul to Kayseri and return • All entrance fees mentioned above program • Lunches mentioned above program

Services not included: • Personal expenses • Tips to guide and drivers • All drinks on the meals • Dinners in Istanbul

per person in single 3rd person in triple surcharge for Hot air double@4-star supplement room with two full ‘boutique hotel’ ballooning tour hotel paying guests USD 899.00 USD 235.00 USD 820.00 USD 275.00 USD 170.00 min. participation: 8 people

! 3 Pre&Post Tours Program 2 ISTANBUL – CAPPADOCIA 4 NIGHTS / 5 DAYS

Day 1 Transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for flight to Kayseri. Arrive at Kayseri Airport and meet & greet by IDEE TRAVEL representative. Transfer to Cappadocia (ca. 90 km, 1 ½ hour). Arrive at hotel and check in. After refreshment, meet with guide at the lobby and start tour of Cappadocia at 12:00. Drive to a totally unique landscape dominated by deep valleys and fairy chimneys. Visit Göreme and Zelve open-air museums and Uçhisar Fortress,

Day 2 A highlight in Cappadocia, not to be missed: A Balloon trip! 04.30 Wake up call. Early in the morning you will be transferred to the location where you will meet the crew and the rest of the adventurous people like yourself. You will then take off from here and start living a lifetime experience. The gentle and stable wind conditions are ideal during the first few hours of the day in Cappadocia. It is also the ideal time for photography, with splendid colors and contrasts. The deep canyons and lush fertile valleys provide the balloons with an ideal playground for a unique and memorable flight; gentle winds carry you over places that could never be reached except by balloon. After flying over Cappadocia for about 55 to 60 minutes and after you land, you are met by the staff who are eager to congratulate you by offering some soft drinks. You will then be transferred back to your hotel where you will have enough time for a breakfast and for the rest of the day's activities.

! 4 After the Turkish breakfast at the hotel, start to full day tour of Cappadocia. Explore the underground city of Kaymakli followed by a visit to shopping sprees of Cappadocia. The next stop is the Soganli valley, earliest settlements in Cappadocia. After this, we drive back to Urgup. On the way we visit the Medrese in Taskinpasa, a Theological School of the Seljuk Turks. Visit to Mustafapaşa (Sinassos), an ancient Greek town with its spectacular old Greek houses.

After lunch in Mustafapaşa, we take a 5km hike along the Red Valley, one of the most breathtakingly and mysteriously beautiful valleys in the region. Before return to hotel, visit to famous town Avanos for traditional handicraft as pottery, tiles and plates. After an early dinner at a local restaurant, departure to Kayseri airport for evening flight to Istanbul. Arrival at Istanbul and transfer to hotel.

Day 3 After Turkish breakfast at the hotel, start to Full day city Tour. We begin our tour of the Sultanahmet district, the heart of old Istanbul, at Hagia Sophia. Built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century AD, this church is one of the marvels of world architecture. Next we visit the Blue Mosque, which owes its name to the exquisite tiles adorning its interior. The Hippodrome, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi survive. The Grand Bazaar, was the commercial heart of the old city and its 4,000 shops are full of treasures – including carpets and kilims, silks, jewelry, ceramics, icons, and leather goods. Wandering through the Grand Bazaar, indulge in some shopping, Ottoman style.

After the lunch served at a local restaurant, we continue our tour at Topkapı Palace, which, from the 15th to the 19th century, was the principle residence of the Ottoman Sultans.

Day 4 After the Turkish breakfast at the Hotel. We start to Full day Bosphorus Cruise and Asian side tour. We begin with a brief visit to the 17th century Spice Bazaar one of Istanbul’s most colorful and bustling attractions. Next, we take an unforgettable cruise along the Bosphorus, the majestic strait that runs through Istanbul, linking Europe and Asia. After lunch served a local restaurant, we continue by driving across the first Bosphorus Bridge and head for the summit of Çamlıca Hill, which affords panoramic views of Istanbul, the Sea of Marmara and the Princes’ Islands.

! 5 Day 5 After the Turkish breakfast at the hotel, transfer to airport for flight home.

Services included: • 1 night accommodation at 4 star hotel on Half Board basis in Cappadocia • 3 night accommodation at 4 star hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis in Istanbul • English speaking guidance service • Air-conditioned luxury mini bus • All transfers • Domestic flight ticket from Istanbul to Kayseri and return • All entrance fees mentioned above program • Lunches mentioned above program

Sevices not included: • Personal expenses, Tips to guide and drivers, All drinks on the meals, Dinners in Istanbul

per person in single 3rd person in triple surcharge for Hot air double@4-star supplement room with two full ‘boutique hotel’ ballooning tour hotel paying guests USD 829.00 USD 195.00 USD 755.00 USD 165.00 USD 170.00 min. participation: 8 people

! 6 Pre&Post Tours Program 3 CAPPADOCIA 3 NIGHTS / 4 DAYS

Day 01 Istanbul to Cappadocia: Arrive at Kayseri airport. Transfer to hotel

Day 02 A highlight in Cappadocia, not to be missed: A Balloon trip! 04.30 Wake up call. Early in the morning you will be transferred to the location where you will meet the crew and the rest of the adventurous people like yourself. You will then take off from here and start living a lifetime experience. The gentle and stable wind conditions are ideal during the first few hours of the day in Cappadocia. It is also the ideal time for photography, with splendid colors and contrasts. The deep canyons and lush fertile valleys provide the balloons with an ideal playground for a unique and memorable flight; gentle winds carry you over places that could never be reached except by balloon. After flying over Cappadocia for about 55 to 60 minutes and after you land, you are met by the staff who are eager to congratulate you by offering some soft drinks. You will then be transferred back to your hotel where you will have enough time for a breakfast and for the rest of the day's activities.

! 7 Pre&Post Tours Program 3 CAPPADOCIA 3 NIGHTS / 4 DAYS

Drive to a totally unique landscape dominated by deep valleys and fairy chimneys. Visit Göreme and Zelve open-air museums and Uçhisar Fortress, where early Christian found shelter from the 11th century onwards. Visit the Soganli Valley cave dwellings and churches. Visit to famous town Avanos for traditional handicraft as pottery, tiles and plates. Lunch will be served at a typical Turkish restaurant.

Day 03 Explore the underground city of Kaymakli followed by a visit to shopping sprees of Cappadocia. After this, we drive back to Urgup through the unspoiled villages of Cappadocia. On the way we visit the Medrese in Taskinpasa, a Theological School of the Seljuk Turks. Visit to Mustafapasa (Sinassos), an ancient Greek town with its spectacular old Greek houses. After lunch in Mustafapasa, we take a 5km hike along the Red Valley, one of the most breathtakingly and mysteriously beautiful valleys in the region. Before return to hotel, visit to Wine factory and tasting famous Cappadocia wines.

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Day 04 Flight Kayseri-Istanbul. Arrival in Istanbul. Transfer to hotel.

Highlights of the Cappadocia region:  A miniature ‘Grand Canyon’  A "geologic freak show," one writer called it  A strange and spectacular landscape from the pages of science fiction  Indeed, George Lucas filmed scenes from the first ‘Star Wars’ movie here!  An incredible harmony of shapes and colors  An ideal destination for history and art lovers  Early Christians lived here in subterranean cities  Hiking in the beautiful valleys full of the “Fairy Chimneys”& Mountain biking & Horseback riding

Service is including, • 3 night accommodation at 4 star hotel • Luxury air-conditioning vehicle during tours and transfer • English speaking professional guide • All entrance fees • Lunches Services not including, • Dinners, • All drinks on the meals, • Personal expenses and gratuities, • Domestic flight fares per person in single 3rd person in triple surcharge for Hot air double@4-star supplement room with two full ‘boutique hotel’ ballooning tour hotel paying guests USD 645.00 USD 125.00 USD 599.00 USD 165.00 USD 170.00 min. participation: 8 people ! 9 Pre&Post Tours Program 4 ISTANBUL – EPHESUS – PAMUKKALE - CAPPADOCIA 6 NIGHTS / 7 DAYS

Day 1 Transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for flight to Izmir. Arrive at Izmir Airport and meet & greet by IDEE TRAVEL representative. Transfer to Kusadasi (ca. 45 km, 1 hour). Arrive at hotel and check in. After refreshment, meet with guide at the lobby and start tour of Ephesus at 12:00. Of all the cities of ancient Turkey, Ephesus is the best preserved and the most often visited. The lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Afternoon return to Kusadasi. The dinner will be served at the hotel.

Day 2 After Turkish breakfast at the hotel drive to Pamukkale (ca 280 km / 3 hrs.) Pamukkale “Cotton Castle” ; Few geographical wonders compare to these white cliffs created by water rich with calcareous salts gently cascading 330 feet down a mountainside . From basin - to - basin, stair step terraces of white stalactites form a spectacular fairyland of thermal pools. Lunch will be served at the hotel. After noon spend the time around the pool of the hotel.

Day 3 After Turkish breakfast at the hotel, enjoy Thermal pools of the hotel until noon. Check –out from hotel and drive to Hierapolis antique city and able to walk on the Travertine. Ancient Hierapolis appears to have been founded by King Eumenes II of Pergamon and its name is derived from Hiera, the wife of King Telephos, the legendary founder of Pergamon. The city became subject to Rome in 133 BC. In 17 BC. during the reign of Tiberius it suffered a heavy earthquake that substantially destroyed the city, requiring it to be rebuilt. The lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Late afternoon, drive to airport Denizli for flight to Istanbul. Arrive to Istanbul and transfer to Hotel. ! 10 Day 4 After Turkish breakfast at the hotel, start to Full day city Tour. We begin our tour of the Sultanahmet district, the heart of old Istanbul, at Hagia Sophia. Built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century AD, this church is one of the marvels of world architecture. Next we visit the Blue Mosque, which owes its name to the exquisite tiles adorning its interior. The Hippodrome, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi survive. The Grand Bazaar, was the commercial heart of the old city and its 4,000 shops are full of treasures – including carpets and kilims, silks, jewelry, ceramics, icons, and leather goods. Wandering through the Grand Bazaar, indulge in some shopping, Ottoman style.

After the lunch served at a local restaurant, we continue our tour at Topkapı Palace, which, from the 15th to the 19th century, was the principle residence of the Ottoman Sultans.

Day 5 Transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for flight to Kayseri. Arrive at Kayseri Airport and meet & greet by IDEE TRAVEL representative. Transfer to Cappadoica (ca. 90 km, 1 ½ hour). Arrive at hotel and check in. After refreshment, meet with guide at the lobby and start tour of Cappadocia at 12:00. Drive to a totally unique landscape dominated by deep valleys and fairy chimneys. Visit Göreme and Zelve open-air museums and Uçhisar Fortress Dinner will be served at the Hotel.

! 11 Day 6 A highlight in Cappadocia, not to be missed: A Balloon trip! 04.30 Wake up call. Early in the morning you will be transferred to the location where you will meet the crew and the rest of the adventurous people like yourself. You will then take off from here and start living a lifetime experience. The gentle and stable wind conditions are ideal during the first few hours of the day in Cappadocia. It is also the ideal time for photography, with splendid colors and contrasts. The deep canyons and lush fertile valleys provide the balloons with an ideal playground for a unique and memorable flight; gentle winds carry you over places that could never be reached except by balloon. After flying over Cappadocia for about 55 to 60 minutes and after you land, you are met by the staff who are eager to congratulate you by offering some soft drinks. You will then be transferred back to your hotel where you will have enough time for a breakfast and for the rest of the day's activities.

After the Turkish breakfast at the hotel, start to full day tour of Cappadocia. Explore the underground city of Kaymakli followed by a visit to shopping sprees of Cappadocia. The next stop is the Soganli valley, which is one of the earliest settlements in Cappadocia. After this, we drive back to Urgup. On the way we visit the Medrese in Taskinpasa, a Theological School of the Seljuk Turks. Visit to Mustafapaşa (Sinassos), an ancient Greek town with its spectacular old Greek houses. Before return to hotel, visit to famous town Avanos for traditional handicraft as pottery, tiles and plates. Dinner will be served at the Hotel.

Day 7 After Turkish breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Kayseri airport.

! 12 Services included: • 1 night accommodation at 4 star hotel on Half Board basis in Kusadasi • 1 night accommodation at 4 star hotel on Half Board basis in Pamukkale • 2 night accommodation at 4 star hotel on Half Board basis in Cappadocia • 2 night accommodation at 4 star hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis in Istanbul • English speaking guidance service • Air-conditioned luxury mini bus • All transfers • Domestic flight ticket from Istanbul to Izmir, Denizli to Istanbul and Istanbul / Kayseri / Istanbul. • All entrance fees mentioned above program • Lunches mentioned above program

Services not included: • Personal expenses • Tips to guide and drivers • All drinks on the meals • Dinners in Istanbul

per person in single 3rd person in surcharge for Hot air double@4-star supplement triple room with ‘boutique hotel’ ballooning tour hotel two full paying guests USD 1399.00 USD 270.00 USD 1319.00 USD 330.00 USD 170.00 min. participation: 8 people ! 13 Pre&Post Tours Program 5 PAMUKKALE – ISTANBUL – CAPPADOCIA 5 NIGHTS / 6 DAYS

Day 1 Leave from hotel at 05:00 for flight to Denizli at 06:50. At 08:00 arrive at Denizli airport and transfer to Pamukkale. On the way to hotel, visit Hierapolis antique city and able to walk on the Travertine. Pamukkale “Cotton Castle” ; Few geographical wonders compare to these white cliffs created by water rich with calcareous salts gently cascading 330 feet down a mountainside . From basin - to - basin, stair step terraces of white stalactites form a spectacular fairyland of thermal pools.

Ancient Hierapolis appears to have been founded by King Eumenes II of Pergamon and its name is derived from Hiera, the wife of King Telephos, the legendary founder of Pergamon. The city became subject to Rome in 133 BC. In 17 BC. During the reign of Tiberius it suffered a heavy earthquake that substantially destroyed the city, requiring it to be rebuilt. The lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Afternoon, drive to hotel and enjoy thermal pools at the hotel.

Day 2 After early Turkish breakfast at the hotel, departure to Denizli airport for 08:45 flight to Istanbul. At 09:50 arrive at Istanbul and start full day city of Istanbul from airport. We begin our tour of the Sultanahmet district, the heart of old Istanbul, at Hagia Sophia. Built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century AD, this church is one of the marvels of world architecture. Next we visit the Blue Mosque, which owes its name to the exquisite tiles adorning its interior. The Hippodrome, an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi survive. The Grand Bazaar, was the commercial heart of the old city and its 4,000 shops are full of treasures – including carpets and kilims, silks, jewelry, ceramics, icons, and leather goods. Wandering through the Grand Bazaar, indulge in some shopping, Ottoman style.

After the lunch served at a local restaurant, we continue our tour at Topkapı Palace, which, from the 15th to the 19th century, was the principle residence of the Ottoman Sultans.

! 14 Day 3 After the Turkish breakfast at the Hotel. We start to Full day Bosphorus Cruise and Asian side tour. We begin with a brief visit to the 17th century Spice Bazaar one of Istanbul’s most colorful and bustling attractions. Next, we take an unforgettable cruise along the Bosphorus, the majestic strait that runs through Istanbul, linking Europe and Asia. After lunch served a local restaurant, we continue by driving across the first Bosphorus Bridge and head for the summit of Çamlıca Hill, which affords panoramic views of Istanbul, the Sea of Marmara and the Princes’ Islands.

Day 4 Transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for flight to Kayseri. Arrive at Kayseri Airport and meet & greet by IDEE TRAVEL representative. Transfer to Cappadoica (ca. 90 km, 1 ½ hour). Arrive at hotel and check in. After refreshment, meet with guide at the lobby and start tour of Cappadocia at 12:00. Drive to a totally unique landscape dominated by deep valleys and fairy chimneys. Visit Göreme and Zelve open-air museums and Uçhisar Fortress, where early Christian found shelter from the 11th century onwards. The lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Dinner will be served at the Hotel.

Day 5 A highlight in Cappadocia, not to be missed: A Balloon trip! 04.30 Wake up call. Early in the morning you will be transferred to the location where you will meet the crew and the rest of the adventurous people like yourself. You will then take off from here and start living a lifetime experience. The gentle and stable wind conditions are ideal during the first few hours of the day in Cappadocia. It is also the ideal time for photography, with splendid colors and contrasts. The deep canyons and lush fertile valleys provide the balloons with an ideal playground for a unique and memorable flight; gentle winds carry you over places that could never be reached except by balloon. After flying over Cappadocia for about 55 to 60 minutes and after you land, you are met by the staff who are eager to congratulate you by offering some soft drinks. You will then be transferred back to your hotel where you will have enough time for a breakfast and for the rest of the day's activities.

! 15 After the Turkish breakfast at the hotel, start to full day tour of Cappadocia. Explore the underground city of Kaymakli followed by a visit to shopping sprees of Cappadocia. The next stop is the Soganli valley, which is one of the earliest settlements in Cappadocia. After this, we drive back to Urgup. On the way we visit the Medrese in Taskinpasa, a Theological School of the Seljuk Turks. Visit to Mustafapaşa (Sinassos), an ancient Greek town with its spectacular old Greek houses. After lunch in Mustafapaşa, we take a 5km hike along the Red Valley, one of the most breathtakingly and mysteriously beautiful valleys in the region. The valley, with its fabulous volcanic rock formations, is in the heart of Cappadocia but well away from the mainstream tourist haunts. Before return to hotel, visit to famous town Avanos for traditional handicraft as pottery, tiles and plates. After an early dinner at a local restaurant, departure to Kayseri airport. Arrival at Istanbul Airport and transfer to hotel. Dinner will be served at the Hotel.

Day 6 After the Turkish breakfast at the hotel, transfer to airport for flight home.

Services included: • 1 night accommodation at 4 star hotel on Half Board basis in Pamukkale • 2 night accommodation at 4 star hotel on Half Board basis in Cappadocia • 2 night accommodation at 4 star hotel on Bed & Breakfast basis in Istanbul • English speaking guidance service • Air-conditioned luxury mini bus • All transfers • Domestic flight ticket Istanbul / Denizli / Istanbul and Istanbul / Kayseri / Istanbul. • All entrance fees mentioned above program • Lunches mentioned above program Services not included: • Personal expenses • Tips to guide and drivers • All drinks on the meals • Dinners in Istanbul

per person in single 3rd person in surcharge for Hot air double@4-star supplement triple room with ‘boutique hotel’ ballooning tour hotel two full paying guests USD 1269.00 USD 230.00 USD 1199.00 USD 275.00 USD 170.00 ! 16 min. participation: 8 people For your bookings, please contact

Mr Tumay Akcay

[email protected] phone: +90 212 212 3284

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