Turkey: Istanbul – Bursa – Kusadasi – Ephesus – Pamukkale – Konya – Cappadocia – Ankara – Bolu

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1: DA NANG – ISTANBUL

Main activities: Departing for Istanbul

• Gather at Da Nang Airport and check in for the flight to Istanbul – a city spanning two continents, Asia and Europe
• Overnight and in-flight services on the plane

DAY 2: ISTANBUL – BURSA (Dinner)

Main activities: Bursa – where Ottoman history began

• Land in Istanbul, complete immigration procedures and travel to Bursa – a city known as the first capital of the Ottoman Empire
• Overnight in Bursa

DAY 3: BURSA – KUSADASI/ IZMIR (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Main activities: From the ancient citadel of Bursa to the Aegean coast

• Visit the exterior of and take photos with iconic landmarks such as: Ulu Cami Grand Mosque, Koza Han Silk Market, Tophane Park
• Depart for Kusadasi or a nearby area, check in to the hotel and rest

DAY 4: KUSADASI/IZMIR – EPHESUS – PAMUKKALE (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Main activities: From ancient Roman heritage to the wonder of Cotton Castle

• Visit a famous local leather shop
• Arrive at the ancient city of Ephesus and visit famous ruins such as: the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, Marble Street, Agora Street and the Temple of Artemis
• Enjoy the fairy-tale beauty of the famous “Cotton Castle” Pamukkale
• Explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site
• Overnight in Pamukkale

DAY 5: PAMUKKALE – KONYA – CAPPADOCIA (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Main activities: Following the Silk Road to the wonderland of Cappadocia

• Continue to the Turkish city of Konya and visit the Mevlana Monastery
• Take photos outside the Caravanserai – a rest stop for ancient caravans on the Silk Road
• Depart for Cappadocia, check in and rest

DAY 6: CAPPADOCIA (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Main activities: Cappadocia – a natural masterpiece and cultural essence

• See Cappadocia from a hot air balloon at an altitude of 600 m (at own expense, weather permitting)
• Admire Uchisar Village, Pigeon House Valley and Devrent Imagination Valley
• Visit Avanos ancient village and learn about the traditional pottery craft
• Visit the Kaymakli Underground City
• Free time to explore and choose some sparkling jewellery
• Enjoy a dinner with a traditional Turkish belly dance performance
• Overnight in Cappadocia

DAY 7: CAPPADOCIA – ANKARA (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Main activities: Exploring the capital Ankara

• Depart for Ankara and take photos at Salt Lake – one of Turkey's notable salt lakes; Ataturk Mausoleum – the memorial to Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, founding leader of the modern Republic of Turkey; and Ankara Castle – an ancient defensive structure on a high hill where you can feel the city's long history
• Stroll into the Hamamonu old quarter – a restored area with Ottoman wooden houses, cafes, craft shops and a peaceful old-town atmosphere in the heart of Ankara
• Overnight in Ankara

DAY 8: ANKARA – BOLU – ISTANBUL (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Main activities: Immersing in nature at Yedigoller National Park.

• Begin the journey to Bolu – a land known for its green nature, forests and peaceful lakes.
• Enjoy the atmosphere at Yedigoller National Park – the “Seven Lakes National Park”, notable for its small lakes, green forests and picturesque scenery, especially beautiful in autumn.
• Continue to Istanbul – a city where two continents, Asia and Europe, meet, preserving many historical imprints of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires
• Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 9: ISTANBUL – BOSPHORUS CRUISE (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Main activities: Exploring Istanbul's outstanding landmarks before returning home

• Stroll into the Hippodrome of Constantinople – an ancient square once the centre of social life, ceremonies and horse races of old Constantinople. Take photos outside: the Blue Mosque – Istanbul's famous Islamic symbol; Hagia Sophia – famous for its giant dome “suspended” 56 metres high; and the splendid Dolmabahce Palace on the Bosphorus shore
• Board the Bosphorus Cruise and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the strait
• Free time to shop for Turkish Delight – the famous traditional Turkish sweet, ideal as a gift after the journey
• Free time to shop at the Grand Bazaar – a famous old market with thousands of stalls selling a wide range of goods such as carpets, leather goods, ceramics, jewellery, spices, decorative lamps and souvenirs.
• Transfer to Istanbul Airport and check in for the flight back to Vietnam

DAY 10: DA NANG

Main activities: End of a memorable sightseeing journey

• Arrive at Da Nang Airport, complete procedures and end a meaningful trip

***The program may be adjusted depending on the specific service situation***

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Pricing for Children

- Children under 2 years old: 30% of the adult tour price.
- Children from 2 to under 12 years old: 90% of the adult tour price (no private bed).
- Children from 2 to under 12 years old: 100% of the adult tour price (with a private bed).
- Children 12 years old and above: 100% of the adult tour price.

Tour Change and Cancellation Policy

- After payment, if you wish to transfer/cancel the tour, please bring your Travel Ticket to the tour registration office to complete the transfer/cancellation procedure and pay the tour cancellation fee in accordance with Vietravel's regulations. Requests to transfer/cancel a tour by phone are not handled.
- Cancellation time is counted in working days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays and Tet.
- After the tour deposit is paid and before Vietravel submits the visa fee: VND 5,000,000/guest (airline ticket deposit fee).
*In case of force majeure ... or if the group has fewer than 15 guests, one of the following solutions will apply (depending on the actual situation):
- Vietravel will refund 100% of the amount the guest has paid, or the amount paid after deducting the costs of services already provided.
- Reserve the amount already paid. - 30 days or more before the departure date: the transfer/cancellation fee is 50% of the tour deposit.
- 20 - 29 days before the departure date: the transfer/cancellation fee is 100% of the tour deposit.
- If the trip is cancelled right after the Embassy/Consulate has issued the visa (for countries requiring a visa): the tour cancellation fee is 100% of the tour deposit.
- 14 - 19 days before the departure date: the tour cancellation fee is 50% of the tour price.
- 10 - 13 days before the departure date: the tour cancellation fee is 70% of the tour price.
- 02 - 09 days before the departure date: the tour cancellation fee is 90% of the tour fare.
- Within 01 day before the departure date: the tour cancellation fee is 100% of the tour fare.

Cancellation Policy for Public Holidays and Tet

- Holiday and Tet tours are tours whose dates fall on one of the public holidays or Tet as stipulated.
- 45 days or more before the departure date: the transfer/cancellation fee is 50% of the tour deposit.
- 31 - 44 days before the departure date: the transfer/cancellation fee is 100% of the tour deposit.
- If the trip is cancelled right after the Embassy/Consulate has issued the visa (for countries requiring a visa): the tour cancellation fee is 100% of the tour deposit.
- 25 - 30 days before the departure date: the tour cancellation fee is 50% of the tour price.
- 11 - 24 days before the departure date: the tour cancellation fee is 70% of the tour price.
- Within 10 days: the tour cancellation fee is 100% of the tour fare.
For holiday and Tet tours: cancellation penalties depend on the regulations of the airlines and overseas service partners.