Turkey Luxury Travel With Bodrum Beaches

Start your journey from Istanbul, boasting numerous architectures recounting its fascinating history from the Byzantine and Latin to the Ottoman Empire. Upon arrival, your personal tour guide will greet and escort you to the carefully-selected hotel in a comfortable vehicle. Shangri-La Bosphorus on the list is in a historical building from the 1930s, with elegant details inspired by palatial Ottoman glamour and Asian design elements. Taking in the unobstructed views of the Bosphorus Strait on your private terrace, or relaxing with an authentic Turkish hammam, is all up to you.

Spend a day exploring Istanbul's Historic Area with a guided walking tour, visiting Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and Blue Mosque. Get a glimpse of the imperial life of the Sultans as you ramble around the vast palace's courtyards. Admire exquisite mosaics and paintings inside Hagia Sophia. Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of the Blue Mosque created by its blue tiles.

Afterward, return to the hotel to relax. You may consider experiencing a private yacht cruise to enjoy the scenery along the Bosphorus as the sun sets.

After a day of sightseeing, blend into local life by visiting the city's bustling markets. Browse a variety of goods at Istanbul's covered Grand Bazaar to experience the traditional Turkish shopping style. If you'd like to take in more of the city's lively vibes, visit the Spice Market, where clusters of spices will bring you into a world of sight and scent.

Then, step into the peaceful Suleymaniye Mosque, which offers you wonderful views of the city from its garden.

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. If you are interested in Turkish traditional culture, you may go out to the Hodjapasha Cultural Center for the Whirling Dervishes Ceremony or Turkish Dance Show.

After breakfast, head to the airport to catch your flight to Kayseri Airport in eastern Cappadocia. This wonderful land, with its rich history blending with a wacky moonscape, will be a highlight of your Turkey journey.

Staying in a unique cave hotel that burrowed into soft volcanic rock is a must for first-timers. Kayakapi Premium Caves, one of the most popular boutique hotels in Cappadocia, offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience in deluxe cave rooms and suites and the open terrace with wonderful valley views.

Wake up early to witness the dramatic landscape of Cappadocia clad in the hues of sunrise from a hot air balloon - an enchanting experience that will create an everlasting memory.

After landing, explore the Goreme Open-air Museum, where Christians left their mark during the Roman and Byzantine eras, including rock-cut churches, chapels, and monasteries with dazzling frescoes inside. Step into the famous Dark Church to see one of the finest depictions of Christ Pantocrator in Anatolia.

Later, proceed to Pasabag Valley and Devrent Valley to admire the fairy chimneys closely. Before sunset, sit on the viewing platform, with a cool beverage if you'd like, waiting for the sun to light up the Red Valley in a sea of orange and red.

Besides the natural landscape and man-made churches, humans here also built countless underground cities to escape from Arab and Persian invaders. You will visit Kaymakli, just 30 minutes drive outside the Goreme, exploring the mazy network of tunnels to see how they lived at that time.

The rest of the day is free to relax in the hotel or explore the surrounding area on your own.

Fly to Izmir today. Upon arrival, a local tour guide will take you to your hotel in a comfortable vehicle.

If time permits, you can spend some time exploring Agora, the celebrated marketplace of old Smyrna located at the foot of the Pagos Hills. It has now been arranged into the Open-Air Museum of Izmir.

Tonight, you'll have the evening at leisure after checking into Hyatt Regency Izmir IstinyePark, a hotel featuring elegant décor, spacious rooms, and gorgeous views of the Aegean Sea.

Explore the famous Ephesus Archaeological Site today. It was built by Greek colonists in the 10th century BC and later came under the control of the Roman Republic.

Visit its best-preserved ruins, including the Great Theater, Marble Way, and Library of Celsus, imagine the city's splendor in its golden age, and gain insight into the people's lives during those glorious days.

After the tour, proceed to Bodrum, one of the top resort towns along Turkey's Aegean Coast. Allium Bodrum Resort & Spa, with awe-inspiring ocean vistas, luxurious rooms, and a tranquil vibe, will be your home away from home for the next few days.

A few days of relaxation next to the glimmering emerald waters of the Turkish coast should be a fantastic way to conclude your journey. You can stroll along the coast to discover the endless shoreline dotted with breathtaking bays and beaches, go on a private boat tour to admire Bodrum's beauty from the sea, or go diving to explore the amazing underwater world off the coast.

Another day at leisure to savor the Aegean vibe at your own pace.

Besides exploring Bodrum's many historical places, you can opt to visit a local market to learn about the culinary traditions and join a cooking class to try your hand at cooking a few signature dishes.

The journey comes to an end today. At the appointed time, head to the airport in a private vehicle to catch your flight to Istanbul. There, you can board your homebound flight conveniently.