Journey through Turkey 2026

  • Discover the beauty of Turkey across Istanbul, Cappadocia, and Bodrum—from ancient empires to coastal elegance
  • Enjoy stays in luxury hotels including The Peninsula, Argos Cappadocia, and Mandarin Oriental Bodrum
  • Float over fairy chimneys in a private hot air balloon and sail through Aegean coves aboard a private gulet
  • Immerse yourself in Turkey’s rich culture and heritage through markets, mosques, palaces, and artisan experiences

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1
September 6, 2026 | Arrival

• Arrival at Istanbul International Airport (IST) and VIP meet and greet

• Private transfer to Peninsula Istanbul

• Check-in at the Peninsula Istanbul

• Welcome cocktail reception and dinner

Meals Included: Welcome cocktails and dinner
Accommodations: Peninsula Istanbul

Day 2
September 7, 2026 | Touring Istanbul

• Breakfast at Peninsula Istanbul

• Visit Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace with a private guide

• Group lunch at Matbah Restaurant

• Explore the Basilica Cistern and Blue Mosque

• Evening and dinner at your leisure

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Accommodations: Peninsula Istanbul

Day 3
September 8, 2026 | Private Sunset Bosphorus Cruise

• Breakfast at Peninsula Istanbul

• Visit Suleymaniye Mosque and Spice Bazaar

• Private lunch at Pandeli Restaurant

• Explore the Grand Bazaar with a private rooftop experience

• Private Bosphorus cruise at sunset

• Group dinner at Sunset Grill

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodations: Peninsula Istanbul

Day 4
September 9, 2026 | Palaces and Leisure

• Breakfast at Peninsula Istanbul

• Visit the Dolmabahce Palace Museum

• Afternoon and dinner at your leisure

Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodations: Peninsula Istanbul

Day 5
September 10, 2026 | Travel Day to Cappadocia

• Breakfast at Peninsula Istanbul

• Transfer to Istanbul International Airport (IST) for Departure to Cappadocia

• Arrival transfer from airport to Argos Cappadocia

• Along the way, take in the views of Zelve Valley, Pasabag Valley and Deverenti Valley

• Lunch at Ziggy Restaurant

• Check-in to Argos Cappadocia

• Evening and dinner at your leisure

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Accommodations: Argos Cappadocia

Day 6
September 11, 2026 | Hot Air Balloon and Hidden Cities

• Sunrise private hot air balloon ride

• Special private breakfast in Cappadocia

• Tour Ozkonak underground city

• Afternoon and lunch at your leisure

• After-hours tour of Göreme Open-Air Museum

• Evening and dinner at your leisure

Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodations: Argos Cappadocia

Day 7
September 12, 2026 | Artisan Villages and Pottery

• Breakfast at Argos Cappadocia

• Morning visit to Mustafapaşa Village and Keslik Monastery

• Lunch at Hanimeli Restaurant

• Test your pottery skills in the Avanos Pottery Village

• Private wine tasting in Chappelle at Argos Hotel

• Private whirling Dervish Show experience at Bezirhane and group dinner

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodations: Argos Cappadocia

Day 8
September 13, 2026 | Travel Day to Bodrum

• Breakfast at Argos Cappadocia

• Transfer to Kayseri Airport for departure to Bodrum (connecting flight through Istanbul)

• Arrival transfer from airport to Mandarin Oriental Bodrum

• Check-in at Mandarin Oriental Bodrum

• Evening and dinner at your leisure

Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodations: Mandarin Oriental Bodrum

Day 9
September 14, 2026 | Private Gulet and Coastal Treasures

• Breakfast at Mandarin Oriental Bodrum

• Private gulet voyage; swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing

• Evening and dinner at your leisure

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Accommodations: Mandarin Oriental Bodrum

Day 10
September 15, 2026 | Leisure day and Farewell Celebration

• Breakfast at Mandarin Oriental Bodrum

• Enjoy a relaxing day in Bodrum at your leisure

• Private speed boat ride to Macakizi Restaurant

• Farewell dinner and celebration

Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodations: Mandarin Oriental Bodrum

Day 11
September 16, 2026 | Departure

• Breakfast at Mandarin Oriental Bodrum

• Check-out of Mandarin Oriental Bodrum

• Private transfer to Milas Bodrum Airport BJV

Meals included: Breakfast

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