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TK01 - Best of Turkey - 9D/8N

Tour Highlights:

 Cities

Sightseeings

Cappadocia

Hot Air Balloon Ride, Devrent Valley, Pasabag Valley, Goreme Open Air Museum, Kaymakli Underground City

Konya

Mevlana Museum

Antalya

Duden Waterfall, Old City Tour, Boat Tour

Pamukkale

Cotton Castle, Hierapolis

Izmir

Ephesus, Great Theatre, Temple of Hadrian, Library of Celsus, Sirince Village

Istanbul

City Tour, Hagia Sofia Museum, Ottoman Empire, Hippodrome square, Bosphorous strait, Grand Bazar, Turkish dinner with show



Tour Details

Day

1
  Mumbai – Cappadocia

All tour guests will report to our Girikand Representative at Mumbai International Airport and will board scheduled flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at Cappadocia.
Meals: Dinner
Extra Toppings: Tea/Coffee at Cappadocia

2
  Cappadocia

Today enjoy the Hot Air Ballon ride with captivating views of the city. Afterwards it’s time to explore the Cappadocia city tour. We visit the famous valleys of Cappadocia like Devrent Valley – Known as "Imagination Valley", this region contains rock formations that look almost like sculptures. Devrent Valley is the incredible pink hued rock formations and geological anomalies that have been formed by centuries of erosion. Pasabag Valley – also known as Monk Valley. Pasabag contains some of the most striking fairy chimneys in Cappadocia with twin and even triple rock caps - formations that are unique even for Cappadocia! Locals refer to them as the mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys, Goreme Open Air Museum- the UNESCO World Heritage site which hosts the most important Byzantine cave churches in the world that where the monks and nuns pursued monastic life, we see Kaymakli Underground City - one of the most famous and the widest Underground city of the Cappadocia. In the evening, we visit Ceramic Workshop place - famous for the art work, souvenirs and household utensils all made from the red clay of the Avanos River. Overnight at Cappadocia
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Extra Toppings: Turkish Ice Cream

3
  Cappadocia- Konya-Antalya

Enjoy breakfast at hotel and check-out from hotel and proceed to Konya. Upon arrival visit to Mevlana Musuem in Konya - The tomb and shrine of Mevlana are located here, as is the ancient lodge of the Mevlevi Whirling Dervishes. Further we proceed to Antalya - a Turkish resort city with a yacht-filled Old Harbor and beaches flanked by large hotels. It's a gateway to Turkey's southern Mediterranean region, known as the Turquoise Coast for its blue waters. Overnight at Antalya.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Note - Ladies are asked to cover their heads with a scarf and wear full-sleeved clothing when visiting the Mevlana Museum. A modest, conservative, loose-fitting outfit with long sleeves, long skirts and long pants is the recommended dress code.
No apparel that is see-through or transparent. Men should not wear shorts.

4
  Antalya

After breakfast later enjoy orientation tour of Antalya. Short walk-through Old Town. Pass by The Hadrian's Gate, a magnificent historic ruin that was the entryway to the ancient city of Attaleia and dates back to 130 AD. Further we take a photo stop near ancient clock tower - this tall tower stands as a testament to Ottoman architecture and serves as a symbol of Antalya's rich history. Later enjoy Antalya's most stunning waterfall, Duden Waterfall, also called Alexander Waterfall. We then take a short boat tour which provides a completely different experience of seeing Antalya. Evening free time to relax and enjoy beach. Overnight at Antalya.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5
  Antalya -Pamukkale

After breakfast proceed to Pamukkale. Visit 'Cotton Castle' upon arrival. It is a natural location in the southwest Turkish province of Denizli. The city is home to travertines, which are terraces of carbonate minerals formed by the water's movement. Later we explore Hierapolis, an ancient Greek city and recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We also visit ancient Theatre. Overnight at Pamukkale.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Extra Toppings: Tea/Coffee at Pamukkale

6
  Pamukkale-Ephesus- Sirince - Izmir

After breakfast proceed to Ephesus the birthplace of early Christianity and another UNESCO World Heritage site. When we first arrive, we see the Great Theatre, the most impressive building in the historic city of Ephesus. It was built in the third century BC during the Hellenistic era. It took sixty years to finish. The Temple of Hadrian, which honours the Emperor Hadrian, who came to the city from Athens in 128 A.D., is another place we see. We also look at the Library of Celsus, which was constructed in 117 A.D. and is regarded as a marvel of architecture and one of the few surviving examples of a Roman library. Enroute visit Sirince Village. Later proceed to Izmir -a city founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans, and later rebuilt by Alexander the Great. Overnight at Izmir.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7
  Izmir-Istanbul

After breakfast proceed to airport to catch a flight to Istanbul. After arrival enjoy your leisure time. In the evening enjoy Turkish dinner with show. Overnight at Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

8
  Istanbul

Today after breakfast, proceed for Istanbul City Tour. We visit Topkapi Palace – the largest and oldest palace in the world and the heart, brain and centre of the Ottoman Empire, Hippodrome square - also known as Atmeydani (Horse Square), Sultan Ahmet Tsami popularly known as Blue Mosque - a historical mosque in Istanbul. The mosque is known as the Blue Mosque because of blue tiles surrounding the walls of interior design, Hagia Sofia Museum – once the former Greek Orthodox Christian patriarchal cathedral, later an Ottoman imperial mosque and now a museum. Later enjoy the most scenic cruise through Bosphorous strait – a natural strait and an internationally significant waterway. Later we visit Grand Bazaar – the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. Overnight at Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Extra Toppings: Tea/ Coffee during Istanbul city tour and soft drink on the Bosporus cruise

9
  Istanbul - Mumbai

Enjoy your breakfast, check out from hotel & transfer to Airport to board your flight to Mumbai. On Arrival at Mumbai Airport tour concludes.
Meals: - Breakfast.

Day

1
  Mumbai – Cappadocia

All tour guests will report to our Girikand Representative at Mumbai International Airport and will board scheduled flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at Cappadocia.
Meals: Dinner
Extra Toppings: Tea/Coffee at Cappadocia

2
  Cappadocia

Today enjoy the Hot Air Ballon ride with captivating views of the city. Afterwards it’s time to explore the Cappadocia city tour. We visit the famous valleys of Cappadocia like Devrent Valley – Known as "Imagination Valley", this region contains rock formations that look almost like sculptures. Devrent Valley is the incredible pink hued rock formations and geological anomalies that have been formed by centuries of erosion. Pasabag Valley – also known as Monk Valley. Pasabag contains some of the most striking fairy chimneys in Cappadocia with twin and even triple rock caps - formations that are unique even for Cappadocia! Locals refer to them as the mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys, Goreme Open Air Museum- the UNESCO World Heritage site which hosts the most important Byzantine cave churches in the world that where the monks and nuns pursued monastic life, we see Kaymakli Underground City - one of the most famous and the widest Underground city of the Cappadocia. In the evening, we visit Ceramic Workshop place - famous for the art work, souvenirs and household utensils all made from the red clay of the Avanos River. Overnight at Cappadocia
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Extra Toppings: Turkish Ice Cream

3
  Cappadocia- Konya-Antalya

Enjoy breakfast at hotel and check-out from hotel and proceed to Konya. Upon arrival visit to Mevlana Musuem in Konya - The tomb and shrine of Mevlana are located here, as is the ancient lodge of the Mevlevi Whirling Dervishes. Further we proceed to Antalya - a Turkish resort city with a yacht-filled Old Harbor and beaches flanked by large hotels. It's a gateway to Turkey's southern Mediterranean region, known as the Turquoise Coast for its blue waters. Overnight at Antalya.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Note - Ladies are asked to cover their heads with a scarf and wear full-sleeved clothing when visiting the Mevlana Museum. A modest, conservative, loose-fitting outfit with long sleeves, long skirts and long pants is the recommended dress code.
No apparel that is see-through or transparent. Men should not wear shorts.

4
  Antalya

After breakfast later enjoy orientation tour of Antalya. Short walk-through Old Town. Pass by The Hadrian's Gate, a magnificent historic ruin that was the entryway to the ancient city of Attaleia and dates back to 130 AD. Further we take a photo stop near ancient clock tower - this tall tower stands as a testament to Ottoman architecture and serves as a symbol of Antalya's rich history. Later enjoy Antalya's most stunning waterfall, Duden Waterfall, also called Alexander Waterfall. We then take a short boat tour which provides a completely different experience of seeing Antalya. Evening free time to relax and enjoy beach. Overnight at Antalya.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5
  Antalya -Pamukkale

After breakfast proceed to Pamukkale. Visit 'Cotton Castle' upon arrival. It is a natural location in the southwest Turkish province of Denizli. The city is home to travertines, which are terraces of carbonate minerals formed by the water's movement. Later we explore Hierapolis, an ancient Greek city and recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We also visit ancient Theatre. Overnight at Pamukkale.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Extra Toppings: Tea/Coffee at Pamukkale

6
  Pamukkale-Ephesus- Sirince - Izmir

After breakfast proceed to Ephesus the birthplace of early Christianity and another UNESCO World Heritage site. When we first arrive, we see the Great Theatre, the most impressive building in the historic city of Ephesus. It was built in the third century BC during the Hellenistic era. It took sixty years to finish. The Temple of Hadrian, which honours the Emperor Hadrian, who came to the city from Athens in 128 A.D., is another place we see. We also look at the Library of Celsus, which was constructed in 117 A.D. and is regarded as a marvel of architecture and one of the few surviving examples of a Roman library. Enroute visit Sirince Village. Later proceed to Izmir -a city founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans, and later rebuilt by Alexander the Great. Overnight at Izmir.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7
  Izmir-Istanbul

After breakfast proceed to airport to catch a flight to Istanbul. After arrival enjoy your leisure time. In the evening enjoy Turkish dinner with show. Overnight at Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

8
  Istanbul

Today after breakfast, proceed for Istanbul City Tour. We visit Topkapi Palace – the largest and oldest palace in the world and the heart, brain and centre of the Ottoman Empire, Hippodrome square - also known as Atmeydani (Horse Square), Sultan Ahmet Tsami popularly known as Blue Mosque - a historical mosque in Istanbul. The mosque is known as the Blue Mosque because of blue tiles surrounding the walls of interior design, Hagia Sofia Museum – once the former Greek Orthodox Christian patriarchal cathedral, later an Ottoman imperial mosque and now a museum. Later enjoy the most scenic cruise through Bosphorous strait – a natural strait and an internationally significant waterway. Later we visit Grand Bazaar – the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. Overnight at Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Extra Toppings: Tea/ Coffee during Istanbul city tour and soft drink on the Bosporus cruise

9
  Istanbul - Mumbai

Enjoy your breakfast, check out from hotel & transfer to Airport to board your flight to Mumbai. On Arrival at Mumbai Airport tour concludes.
Meals: - Breakfast.

Day

1
  Mumbai – Cappadocia

All tour guests will report to our Girikand Representative at Mumbai International Airport and will board scheduled flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at Cappadocia.
Meals: Dinner
Extra Toppings: Tea/Coffee at Cappadocia

2
  Cappadocia

Today enjoy the Hot Air Ballon ride with captivating views of the city. Afterwards it’s time to explore the Cappadocia city tour. We visit the famous valleys of Cappadocia like Devrent Valley – Known as "Imagination Valley", this region contains rock formations that look almost like sculptures. Devrent Valley is the incredible pink hued rock formations and geological anomalies that have been formed by centuries of erosion. Pasabag Valley – also known as Monk Valley. Pasabag contains some of the most striking fairy chimneys in Cappadocia with twin and even triple rock caps - formations that are unique even for Cappadocia! Locals refer to them as the mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys, Goreme Open Air Museum- the UNESCO World Heritage site which hosts the most important Byzantine cave churches in the world that where the monks and nuns pursued monastic life, we see Kaymakli Underground City - one of the most famous and the widest Underground city of the Cappadocia. In the evening, we visit Ceramic Workshop place - famous for the art work, souvenirs and household utensils all made from the red clay of the Avanos River. Overnight at Cappadocia
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Extra Toppings: Turkish Ice Cream

3
  Cappadocia- Konya-Antalya

Enjoy breakfast at hotel and check-out from hotel and proceed to Konya. Upon arrival visit to Mevlana Musuem in Konya - The tomb and shrine of Mevlana are located here, as is the ancient lodge of the Mevlevi Whirling Dervishes. Further we proceed to Antalya - a Turkish resort city with a yacht-filled Old Harbor and beaches flanked by large hotels. It's a gateway to Turkey's southern Mediterranean region, known as the Turquoise Coast for its blue waters. Overnight at Antalya.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Note - Ladies are asked to cover their heads with a scarf and wear full-sleeved clothing when visiting the Mevlana Museum. A modest, conservative, loose-fitting outfit with long sleeves, long skirts and long pants is the recommended dress code.
No apparel that is see-through or transparent. Men should not wear shorts.

4
  Antalya

After breakfast later enjoy orientation tour of Antalya. Short walk-through Old Town. Pass by The Hadrian's Gate, a magnificent historic ruin that was the entryway to the ancient city of Attaleia and dates back to 130 AD. Further we take a photo stop near ancient clock tower - this tall tower stands as a testament to Ottoman architecture and serves as a symbol of Antalya's rich history. Later enjoy Antalya's most stunning waterfall, Duden Waterfall, also called Alexander Waterfall. We then take a short boat tour which provides a completely different experience of seeing Antalya. Evening free time to relax and enjoy beach. Overnight at Antalya.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

5
  Antalya -Pamukkale

After breakfast proceed to Pamukkale. Visit 'Cotton Castle' upon arrival. It is a natural location in the southwest Turkish province of Denizli. The city is home to travertines, which are terraces of carbonate minerals formed by the water's movement. Later we explore Hierapolis, an ancient Greek city and recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We also visit ancient Theatre. Overnight at Pamukkale.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Extra Toppings: Tea/Coffee at Pamukkale

6
  Pamukkale-Ephesus- Sirince - Izmir

After breakfast proceed to Ephesus the birthplace of early Christianity and another UNESCO World Heritage site. When we first arrive, we see the Great Theatre, the most impressive building in the historic city of Ephesus. It was built in the third century BC during the Hellenistic era. It took sixty years to finish. The Temple of Hadrian, which honours the Emperor Hadrian, who came to the city from Athens in 128 A.D., is another place we see. We also look at the Library of Celsus, which was constructed in 117 A.D. and is regarded as a marvel of architecture and one of the few surviving examples of a Roman library. Enroute visit Sirince Village. Later proceed to Izmir -a city founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans, and later rebuilt by Alexander the Great. Overnight at Izmir.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

7
  Izmir-Istanbul

After breakfast proceed to airport to catch a flight to Istanbul. After arrival enjoy your leisure time. In the evening enjoy Turkish dinner with show. Overnight at Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

8
  Istanbul

Today after breakfast, proceed for Istanbul City Tour. We visit Topkapi Palace – the largest and oldest palace in the world and the heart, brain and centre of the Ottoman Empire, Hippodrome square - also known as Atmeydani (Horse Square), Sultan Ahmet Tsami popularly known as Blue Mosque - a historical mosque in Istanbul. The mosque is known as the Blue Mosque because of blue tiles surrounding the walls of interior design, Hagia Sofia Museum – once the former Greek Orthodox Christian patriarchal cathedral, later an Ottoman imperial mosque and now a museum. Later enjoy the most scenic cruise through Bosphorous strait – a natural strait and an internationally significant waterway. Later we visit Grand Bazaar – the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. Overnight at Istanbul.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Extra Toppings: Tea/ Coffee during Istanbul city tour and soft drink on the Bosporus cruise

9
  Istanbul - Mumbai

Enjoy your breakfast, check out from hotel & transfer to Airport to board your flight to Mumbai. On Arrival at Mumbai Airport tour concludes.
Meals: - Breakfast.

·Cost of Return Economy Class airfare from Mumbai to Mumbai
·Baggage allowance as per the airline policy (Check-In Baggage- -1 PC- 23 kg, Cabin Baggage-1 PC- 7 kg)
·Turkey VISA Fees
·Travel Insurance up to of 59 years of age
·All transfers & Sightseeings by comfortable AC Coach as per the itinerary and group size
·Accommodation as per the itinerary in comfortable and convenient hotels
·Meals – Continental Breakfast, Indian Lunch & Dinner as mentioned in the itinerary
·Extra Toppings as per mentioned in the itinerary
·Entrance fees for all sightseeing places as mentioned in the itinerary
·All Tips - Driver, Guide and Restaurants 
·Girikand Goodies
·Girikand Tour Manager Services

·Cost of Return Economy Class airfare from Mumbai to Mumbai
·Baggage allowance as per the airline policy (Check-In Baggage- -1 PC- 23 kg, Cabin Baggage-1 PC- 7 kg)
·Turkey VISA Fees
·Travel Insurance up to of 59 years of age
·All transfers & Sightseeings by comfortable AC Coach as per the itinerary and group size
·Accommodation as per the itinerary in comfortable and convenient hotels
·Meals – Continental Breakfast, Indian Lunch & Dinner as mentioned in the itinerary
·Extra Toppings as per mentioned in the itinerary
·Entrance fees for all sightseeing places as mentioned in the itinerary
·All Tips - Driver, Guide and Restaurants 
·Girikand Goodies
·Girikand Tour Manager Services

·5% GST over the Tour Cost mentioned
·5% TCS over the Tour Cost mentioned. The TCS amount will change to 20%, if total international travel billing in a current financial year exceeds more than INR 7,00,000 per person.
·Any increase in Airfare, Visa Fees, Airport Taxes, Govt Taxes, Fuel Surcharges and any applicability of new taxes from Govt
·Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in all land arrangements which may come in to effect prior to departure
·Cost of pre or post tour hotel accommodation, early check inn or late check out charges
·Any extra cost incurred on behalf of an individual due to illness, accident, hospitalisation, or any personal emergency
·Any extra expenses incurred due to any unforeseen circumstances, force majeure instances, natural calamities, political disturbances, strikes, change in route, additional stay etc.
·Any extra cost incurred due to delay in Flights/Rail/Bus/etc.
·Any services or activity charges other than those included in the tour itinerary.
·Porterage, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water, items of personal nature and food or drink which is not part of a set group menu.
·Cost of insurance for 60 years and above
·Anything not mentioned in the inclusion’s column
·Any VISA reapplication charges
·Meal services during air travel layover/transit halt

·5% GST over the Tour Cost mentioned
·5% TCS over the Tour Cost mentioned. The TCS amount will change to 20%, if total international travel billing in a current financial year exceeds more than INR 7,00,000 per person.
·Any increase in Airfare, Visa Fees, Airport Taxes, Govt Taxes, Fuel Surcharges and any applicability of new taxes from Govt
·Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in all land arrangements which may come in to effect prior to departure
·Cost of pre or post tour hotel accommodation, early check inn or late check out charges
·Any extra cost incurred on behalf of an individual due to illness, accident, hospitalisation, or any personal emergency
·Any extra expenses incurred due to any unforeseen circumstances, force majeure instances, natural calamities, political disturbances, strikes, change in route, additional stay etc.
·Any extra cost incurred due to delay in Flights/Rail/Bus/etc.
·Any services or activity charges other than those included in the tour itinerary.
·Porterage, laundry, telephone charges, shopping, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water, items of personal nature and food or drink which is not part of a set group menu.
·Cost of insurance for 60 years and above
·Anything not mentioned in the inclusion’s column
·Any VISA reapplication charges
·Meal services during air travel layover/transit halt

City

No of Nights

Cappadocia

2 Nights

Antalya

2 Nights

Pamukkale

1 Night

Izmir

1 Night

Istanbul

2 Nights

City

No of Nights

Cappadocia

2 Nights

Antalya

2 Nights

Pamukkale

1 Night

Izmir

1 Night

Istanbul

2 Nights

05 May 2025225000.00
Tour Cost
Adult225000.00
Extra Adult223000.00
Child With Bed185000.00
Child Without Bed165000.00
Infant45000.00
Single290000.00
12 May 2025225000.00
19 May 2025225000.00
09 June 2025225000.00225000
11 August 2025225000.00225000
08 September 2025225000.00210000
24 October 2025225000.00210000
  • Above Cost is per person in INR
  • Terms & Conditions
  • 05 May 2025225000.00
    Tour Cost
    Adult225000.00
    Extra Adult223000.00
    Child With Bed185000.00
    Child Without Bed165000.00
    Infant45000.00
    Single290000.00
    12 May 2025225000.00
    19 May 2025225000.00
    09 June 2025225000.00225000
    11 August 2025225000.00225000
    08 September 2025225000.00210000
    24 October 2025225000.00210000
  • Above Cost is per person in INR
  • Terms & Conditions
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    Dates
    2025
    May051219
    June09
    August11
    September08
    October24


    Tour Additional Information

    IMPORTANT NOTES

    ·While travelling in coach, we follow a strict Seat Rotation Policy which all participants have to adhere (except prime seats).
    ·The above-mentioned programme is subject to change without prior notice.
    ·We operate all the tours that we launch, however in some cases the total number of bookings fall below our prescribed Minimum Operating Capacity, in such cases we give you option to accommodate or merge your tour with other available date/tours.
    ·All guests should be aware of the fact that ‘issuance or granting of visa to any guest’ is at the sole discretion of respective country’s consulates/embassy. Girikand Travels does not play any role in the actual granting of the visa. Girikand Travels cannot be held responsible for delay or rejection of the visa by the respective consulate. In the rare event of a visa delay or rejection, cancellation charges will apply as per the policy. We request all our guests to start the visa application process well in advance or immediately after the tour booking.
    ·Global standard Hotel check-in time is 1500hrs and checkout time is 1100hrs.
    ·Girikand Escorted Group Tours ‘‘Terms & Conditions’’ Applicable.

    TOUR JOINING / LEAVING

    Joining

    Mumbai International Airport

    Leaving

    Mumbai International Airport

    PAYMENT TERMS

    Particular Slab

    Amount

    Registration Amount (At the time of Booking)

    Rs.1,00,000/- Per person

    Balance Payment (90 Days prior to Departure)

    100% of the total Tour Cost

    *If Tour Date is beyond 90 Days - At the time of booking on FULL PAYMENT get Additional DISCOUNT of Rs.2000/- (per adult)

    Tour Requirements

    DOCUMENTS

    ·Clear scanned photocopy of valid Passport with front page & back page (Passport to be valid for 6 months from date of travel)
    ·Clear scanned Pan Card (Minors are exempted) 
    ·Self-attested photocopy of valid Passport (front page & back page) & Pan Card
    ·Acknowledgment from passenger that Aadhar and Pan Card are interlinked.
    ·Acknowledgment from passenger that they have not crossed the limit International travel booking of INR 700000 in current financial year.

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