Best of Türkiye

Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul

• Arrival: Arrive at Istanbul International Airport (IST), where you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel.
• Rest of the day: Free to relax or explore the vibrant city on your own.
• Overnight: Istanbul.

Day 2: Istanbul to Izmir

• Morning: After breakfast, board a comfortable bus for a scenic drive to Izmir.
• Evening: Arrive in Izmir and check into your hotel. Spend the evening at leisure.
• Overnight: Izmir.

Day 3: Ephesus Full-Day Tour

• Morning: Pick-up from your hotel or Izmir Airport and head towards the ancient city of Ephesus.
• Guided Tour of Ephesus: Explore the historic landmarks, including the Hadrian Temple, Library of Celsius, and Grand Theatre. Learn about the Roman Baths and Agora.
• Visit the House of Virgin Mary: Experience the serene atmosphere of this religious and historic site.
• Lunch: Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at a local restaurant.
• Temple of Artemis: Visit the ruins of this ancient wonder, a testament to Hellenistic architecture.
• Return to Hotel: Evening at leisure in Izmir.
• Overnight: Izmir.

Day 4: Izmir to Pamukkale

• Morning: Depart from Izmir by bus and drive to Denizli.
• Afternoon: Check into your hotel in Pamukkale. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
• Optional: Enjoy paragliding at Tavertine, offering breathtaking views of the area.
• Overnight: Pamukkale.

Day 5: Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour – Overnight Bus to Cappadocia

• Morning: After breakfast, visit the stunning white terraces of Pamukkale and the ancient city of Hierapolis. Learn about its history and admire the natural thermal springs.
• Evening: Depart Pamukkale and travel by bus to Goreme in Cappadocia, overnight on the bus.

Day 6: Arrival in Cappadocia

• Morning: Arrive in Goreme and transfer to your hotel in Uchisar.
• Rest of the Day: Spend the day relaxing and enjoying the unique atmosphere of Cappadocia.
• Overnight: Uchisar.

Day 7: Cappadocia Exploration

• Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride: Begin the day with a magical hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys (optional).
• Full-Day Tour: Visit Devrent Valley (also known as Imagination Valley), Love Valley, and Pigeon Valley. Climb Uchisar Castle for stunning panoramic views.
• Overnight: Uchisar.

Day 8: Cappadocia to Ankara

• Morning: After breakfast, depart Cappadocia by bus and drive to Ankara.
• Evening: Arrive in Ankara and relax at your hotel.
• Overnight: Ankara.

Day 9: Ankara City Tour & Travel to Istanbul

• Morning: Enjoy a 2-hour walking city tour of Ankara, exploring its rich cultural landmarks.
• Afternoon: Board the bus to Istanbul.
• Evening: Arrive in Istanbul and check into your hotel.
• Overnight: Istanbul.

Day 10: Istanbul Full-Day City Tour & Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

• Morning & Afternoon: Experience the best of Istanbul with a full-day guided tour. Visit iconic landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace.
• Evening: Enjoy a scenic Bosphorus dinner cruise with traditional Turkish entertainment.
• Overnight: Istanbul.

Day 11: Free Time & Departure

• Morning: Free time for last-minute shopping at the Grand Bazaar or exploring more of Istanbul’s vibrant streets.
• Afternoon: Transfer to Istanbul Airport for your flight home. Departure at 5 PM.

This itinerary offers a perfect mix of historical exploration, natural beauty, cultural immersion, and leisure time, making it ideal for travelers seeking a comprehensive Turkish experience.

Hotel Details:

• İstanbul: Beyazit Palace or similar
• Uçhisar: Karma Cappadocia or similar
• Pamukkale: Anya Resort or similar
• Ankara: Bugday or similar
• Izmir: Avwan or similar

Visa Document List: Sticker Visa

Tourist: FOR Designation – Company Director / Partner / Employee

• Valid passport with at least 6-month validity from the date of travel + all old passports
• Visa Application Form (For minors both parent's signature and child sign/thump as per passport required)
• 2 Photo(Recent 2.5inch  x 2.5 inch white background 60%Face )
• Each applicant's mobile No. and Personal Email ID is mandatory
• Personal Covering letter addressed to Consulate General of the Republic of Turkey, Mumbai mentioning Applicant Passport details, Brief Pax Work Profile, Brief Company Business Profile, exact travel purpose, where will staying in Turkey, travel date, who will bear expenses, Home address, Mobile No. ( Each Person )
• Return Ticket
• Hotel Confirmation with pax name and Hotel full address, Contact details must be.
• Original Personal bank statement for the last six months updated till date with the bank's original seal and signature each every page and the minimum balance should be Rs. 1 lac per person and more (if a person is employed then needs a bank account where salary reflect is crediting monthly.)
• If the Passport is Damaged (Slight damage or visible damage) then a new passport would be needed. Application won’t be accepted with the damage letter from the applicants also.

If Businessman:

• If a business person needs Company Letterhead with a Brief Pax Work Profile, Brief Company Business Profile, authorized person name, signature, Designation, and Company Seal.
• If a Business Person needs Company Registration Proof: Any One
  • Copy of  Company Memorandum with name list of Director  
  • If Proprietorship Company Registration copy & GST Certificate with photo.
  • Partnership Deed & GST Certificate with photo.
  • Shop and Establishment & GST Certificate with photo.
  • Company Incorporation Certificate & GST Certificate with photo.

The above copy then it should be Notarized and the Home Ministry stamp in their particular state is mandatory with immediate effect.(charges Rs.1500 per documents )

If working:

• The last 3 months' salary slips with mention of Joining date, Designation, authorized person name, sign, designation, and company seal must.
• Leave a Letter on the Company letterhead with the authorized person's name, sign, designation, and company seal.
• For a Salaried person if the paid salary does not match with salary slip then a Letter from the Company mentioning details that so much amount is credited to his account should be given and the Authorized person's name, signature, Designation, and Company Stamp.
• Original / Color Scan  Relieving letter from present company on company letterhead. The letter should clearly describe the employee’s details viz: profession, designation; period of work needs to authorize person name, signature, designation, and company seal.
• If a Retired Person needs retirement Proof and Income Proof

If Professionals:

• For Doctors/ Advocate ( need BAR Consul ID ) / Self Employed / Consultant professionals need a Contract Agreement / Professional Certificate and visiting card with Billing Invoice

If the spouse's name is not mentioned in the passport:

• If married need a marriage certificate – (if a Marriage certificate is not available then a marriage affidavit on 100/- Stamp paper Notary with photo is mandatory. ( We Can do this for the applicant our charges will be 1500/- )

For Student:

• If the applicant is a student: He / She is to provide the leave sanction letter from the School/college letterhead and needs an authorized person's name, signature, designation, and stamp. School / College ID copy must be
• If the Father and Mother have Valid visas ( USA/UK/Shenzhen Multiple ) and Valid Turkey Visas both parents Covering Letters and Original Passports.

For Minors:

• If a minor ( below 18 age ) travelling with parents needs a Concern Letter signed by both parents, mobile no.
• If a minor ( below 18 age ) traveling with a parent then a Notarized NOC letter on Rs. 100/- stamp paper signed by both parents and with a photo ( Father / Mother / Child ) requires Notary and Mantralaya stamp. ( Charges Rs 1500/- working 01 days )   
• ORIGINAL NOC LETTER FROM SWORN AFFIDAVIT, WITH APPLICANT ALL DETAILS FOR VISA. ( find enclosed attachment )

Passport Issued other than Jurisdiction:

• Outstation States passports (Other than Jurisdiction of Consulate) please submit their Residence any of 2 listed below as proof of Residency:
• Stay Proof should be a notary and Mantralaya attested from the same state is mandatory. (Charges Rs.1500 per documents )
  • Proof Telephone bill (Period should last month only)/ Electricity Bill (Period should last month only)
  • Valid Register Lease Agreement/ Leave and Licenses
  • Valid Register Rent agreement needs register stamp
  • Purchase Agreement of the Flat.
  • The Society Letter needs the authorized person's name, signature, designation, and society stamp.
  • If providing the company Apartment / Quarter / Guest House needs Property Documents/ Landlord Documents / Sale Deed Agreement  ( Only English Language ) with an Electricity Bill And Letter from the company mentioning the address Allotment Letter needs the authorized person's name, signature, designation, and company stamp.

Normal Working Days: 12 working days after submission (Excluding Saturday/Sunday/Holiday)