7-Day Turkey Family Adventure Tour

This family Odyssey guides you through Turkey's iconic cities and breathtaking landscapes. Immerse yourselves in Ottoman wonders, marvel at Cappadocia's Fairy Chimneys, and create lasting memories together. Enjoy a live Turkish Military Band concert, and unleash your creativity with a pottery-making session in Avanos.

This itinerary is crafted for families and can be customized to your interests and schedules.

• Days:7±
• Best for:Families with Teens
• Best time:Apr.-May. / Sep.- Oct.
• Departure date:up to you
• Sample price:US$1,998 each (2 per room)

Brief Itinerary for Turkey Family Adventure Tour

This is the best choice for families with teens for your spring break. If you are looking for a compressed family vacation, I would be happy to help you out.

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Tour Highlights

Here are the awesome attractions, the most must-do activities selected by Highlights Travel (HT Hand-Picked), and exclusive cultural experiences offered by Highlights Travel (Only With HT) included in this tour:

Observe a skilled potter demonstrate their craft before creating your pottery.

Experience a Turkish Military Band Concert by the Oldest Military Band!

Obtain a distinct viewpoint of Istanbul's landmarks while cruising along the Bosphorus.

Explore Cappadocia's fairy chimneys and ancient cave dwellings.

Enter the Selime Monastery, where a Star Wars-like world of rock formations awaits.

Step into the Grand Bazaar and Spice Market, a treasure trove that will delight you.

Explore the Topkapi Palace and unveil the sultan's extravagant abode.

Marvel at the stunning Blue Mosque adorned with its iconic blue tiles.

Discover Hagia Sophia, being amazed by its magnificence and detailed mosaics.

Suggested Itinerary for Inspiration

Your preferences design the real journey. We're ready to create a wonderful tour for you.

Day 1

Istanbul Arrival

• Welcome to the mesmerising country of Turkey !
• Upon your arrival at Istanbul airport, our representative will meet you at Exit Door No.14 and ensure a comfortable transfer to your hotel.

Private Transfer to Your Istanbul Hotel

Day 2

Istanbul | Meander Through Ancient Splendors

• Meet your private guide for an exciting Istanbul heritage walking tour.
• Stroll through Hippodrome Square and admire the iconic Obelisk and Serpentine Column, silent witnesses to a bygone era.
• Delve into the Topkapi Palace and discover the opulent residence of past sultans of the Ottoman Empire.
• Admire the beautiful Blue Mosque with its iconic blue tiling.
• Explore the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, marvelling at its grandeur and intricate mosaics.
• Wrap up your Istanbul adventure at the Grand Bazaar - 3,000 shops for every desire, then return to the hotel.

The Serpentine Column and Obelisk at Hippodrome Square

Day 3

Istanbul | A Day of Vibrant Discovery

• Explore the narrow streets of the Spice Market with your private guide and lose yourself in a shopping adventure.
• Step into the opulent Dolmabahce Palace, a 19th-century Ottoman masterpiece gracing the Bosphorus waterfront.
• Head to the Military Museum and enjoy a captivating 30-minute concert by the 50-member Mehter Band, followed by an exploration of the museum's vast collection of Ottoman artifacts.

Main entrance of the Dolmabahce palace

Day 4

Istanbul - Cappadocia | Cruise along the Bosphorus

• Gain a unique perspective on Istanbul's landmarks aboard a Bosphorus cruise (shared), enjoying stunning coastal views.
• Head to the Istanbul airport for a short flight to Cappadocia.
• Upon arrival at Nevsehir airport, your driver will be waiting to whisk you away to your Goreme hotel.

Bosphorus cruise

Day 5

Cappadocia | A Voyage Through Fairy Chimneys

• Delve into the UNESCO-listed Goreme Open Air Museum, a treasure trove of rock-cut churches adorned with stunning, well-preserved frescoes.
• Explore Pasabag and Zelve Open Air Museum, famed for their mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys and cave dwellings carved for religious use.
• Head to Devrent Valley, known as the "Imagination Valley", where you'll witness peculiar rock formations.
• Observe a skilled artist's pottery-making demonstration in Avanos and then create your pottery under the guidance of an instructor.
• Conclude your day with a drop-off at your hotel.

The Goreme Open Air Museum

Day 6

Cappadocia | Cappadocia Green Tour Awaits

• Embark on today's Cappadocian adventure from Goreme Panorama, where you'll be captivated by the fairy chimneys.
• Descend into the depths of Kaymakli Underground City, a captivating refuge for early Christians seeking solace from persecution.
• Delve into Ihlara Valley, where early Christians once carved churches and painted them throughout its various sections.
• Explore the Selime Monastery, a dramatic backdrop for the Star Wars movie.
• Prepare to be greeted by pigeons in Pigeon Valley, where intricately carved houses lining the slopes showcase their historical importance to Cappadocians.

the Kaymakli Underground City

Day 7

Cappadocia | Departure

• As dawn paints the sky, you have the option to soar above Cappadocia's breathtaking landscapes in a hot air balloon.
• Explore the lovely town on your own before your driver transfers you to Kayseri airport for your flight home.

hot air balloon in Cappadocia

Ideas for Making This Trip Uniquely Yours

Special experiences can be added to brighten a honeymoon trip, a family vacation, a birthday, or satisfy personal interests.

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