FROM ISTANBUL, TURKEY AZAMAZING JOURNEY WONDROUS CAPPADOCIA 4-NIGHT PRE or 3-NIGHT POST PROGRAM 1 NIGHT IN ISTANBUL 2 OR 3 NIGHTS IN CAPPADOCIA Before living the dream in Cappadocia, spend a day in Istanbul. A city of rich culture and history spread over two continents, Istanbul charms as a paragon of dynamic, multicultural life. Spend one night and the following morning to see highlights, connect with local people, and discover the city of four empires. Next, journey to the enchanting caves of Cappadocia, where locals have made their homes for centuries. Explore ancient churches and underground cities, and take in a captivating traditional Turkish dance show. The region’s “fairy chimneys,” millennia in the making, will make you feel as if you’ve been transported to an otherworldly realm as you try your hand at local ceramic making and explore impressive Byzantine frescoes. Enjoy the evening at the charming Cappadocia cave hotel. HIGHLIGHTS: • The Göreme Open-Air Museum: Dotted with intricate rock formations and “fairy chimneys,” it has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. • Dinner and Folkloric Show: Enjoy an evening in Cappadocia with local performances, food, and drinks. • Topkapi Palace: Explore this incomparably rich treasure- chest, brimming with items of historical importance. • Hagia Sophia Mosque: Visit the mosque, built originally as a Christian Orthodox church and then used as a mosque by Ottoman Sultans. • The Blue Mosque: Stop at the famous Blue Mosque, built in the 16th century and renowned for its magnificent interior, adorned with blue İznik tiles. • Grand Bazaar: Explore one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world with nearly 4,000 shops.
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