Lets step back in time as you go on a discovery of Sultanahmet Square, the historic hub of the city. Start your day by visiting the ornate residence of the sultans of the past, the Topkapi Palace by the accompanied by your guide. Admire its breath taking architecture and sumptuous adornments as your guide introduces you to the history of the Ottoman Empire. Next, take a walk to the Basilica Cistern of Yerebatan, the largest of the hundreds of reservoirs built beneath the city to provide its residants with water. Stroll through the pillars and keep an eye out for the Medusa heads -the proud guard of this ancient engineering wonder. The Hippdrome of Constantinople, former host of the chariot races in antiquity, synthesizes a mosaic of relics from both the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. Here you can admire the ancient Obelisk of Theodosius, a 60-foot-tall Egyptian pillar, as well as the coiled Serpent Column, a Greek monument from ancient Delphi, both re-located to Istanbul by Emperor Constantine the Great during its period of transition from Byzantium to Constantinople. Reflecting the religious changes of the city, the iconic Hagia Sophia is the perfect spot to understand the synthesis of Ottoman and Byzantine influences in the city. You’ll visit this glorious 1,500-year-old mosque and enjoy in the breath taking mosaic accens of its domed ceiling. You’ll continue with a visit of the wonderful Blue Mosque, a marvel in architectural design aimed to be outstriped that of the Hagia Sophia. Dating to the early 17th century, with its 6 minarets and the largest courtyard in the Ottoman Empire, this building has perfect proportions! Once you get inside, have a look at the intricate patterns of over 20,000 hand-painted blue Iznik tiles, from which the mosque derives its name.

Istanbul is a crossroad of two continents where rich Ottoman history is in harmony with modern metropol life. Start your day with a visit to the Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest covered markets in the world. Accompanied by your private guide, stroll through the vivacious streets stand in line with numerous stores and expose your senses to this harmony of colors, sounds and scents. Witness the talented local artisans and craftsmen work on their masterpieces and try out your bargaining skills. Continue your day with a visit to Taksim Square. Get a glance of Istanbul’s trendiest neighborhoods. Take a funcy walk through the pedestrian Istiklal Street dotted with too many boutiques, restaurants, cafes and bars to glimpse where Istanbulites like to spend their leisure. Next stop is Galata Tower, a graceful medeveal watchtower built to help defend the city from its enemies. Have a look at this thrilling bird’s-eye view of Istanbul from upper balcony. Take the priceless opportunity to see both the Asian and European continents at the same time and be amazed at the iconic scenery of the Golden Horn with domes and minarets dotting its legendary skyline. Next stop is the precious Dolmabahce Palace proudly standing on the shores of the Bosphorus accompanied by your private driver and guide. Marvel at the amazing neoclassical façade of this former imperial residence of the Ottoman Sultans before entering inside to explore its flamboyant interiors. Admire the grandiose crystal stair rails and listen to your guide explain the history of this royal home as you make your way through the grounds.
Explore Istanbul’s iconic landmarks by cruising down through Bosphorus on a private boat between two continents. Among the wooden mansions and posh marble palaces lining up next to each other on Istanbul’s shoreline and look out for the remarkable mosques of the Golden Horn with their minarets reaching up into the sky. Enjoy the views of the old Ottoman fortresses and sail past the city’s fascinating neighborhoods. A cruise down the Bosphorus allows you to experience this magnificent metropolis in a whole new way. Upon the end of your tour you will be transferred back to your hotel.

A private transfer will be provided from your hotel in Istanbul to the airport. 
Board a flight in Istanbul with service to İzmir. The flight duration is approximately one hour. 

Meet your private driver and guide for a transfer to Selcuk town where you’ll embark on a fascinating tour of the Ancient City of Ephesus. The ruins were designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015, is considered to be one of the World’s greatest classical sites. Take a guided hike through this historical metropolis surrounded by ruined marble buildings and gain insight into the Ephesians’ life as it was thousands of years ago. Walk down through the Arcadian Way lined with ancient columns and visit the the Terrace Houses, the Roman Baths and harvest the day at the striking façade of the Celsus Library. Admire the beauty of glorious Grand Theatre of Ephesus. Continue your day with a visit to the Shrine of Virgin Mary, where she is believed to live out her final years, and the Basilica of St. John. After the conclusion of the tour, continue on to Bodrum where you will be dropped off at your hotel.

Bodrum, the sun-drenched Turkish Riviera, is a gateway to the famous Turquoise Coast. Besides hosting remarkable bays, this city is a place where you can observe the traces of history. Accompanied by your private guide, start your day with a visit to the Ancient Theater of Halicarnassus. This age-old structure is picturesquely standing on a hillside and offers a view of the city below. Continue to the Myndos Gate, the only surviving entrance of ancient Halicarnassus. It used to be a part of the city’s walls, built by a local king in the IV century. Your next stop is the historical Windmills. A symbol of the region, the windmills stand proudly on top of a hill overlooking the islands on the horizon and the downtown at the same time. This place is the best spot to take plenty of photographs. In order to put a checkmark on your bucket list, head to the remains of the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Listen to your guide speak to the past grandeur of the site and explain its story. Making your way into the city make a stop at Saint Petrium, a medieval fortress, built by the Hospitaller Knights of St John. This building is also home to Turkey’s unique Underwater Archeology Museum which hosts many ancient shipwrecks and artifacts obtained during the first underwater archaeological excavations in human history.
After your tour spend some free time shopping for souvenirs or conclude back to your hotel.

The countryside of Bodrum Peninsula sets a complete contrast to the bouncing tourist resorts along the shore, laden with numerous hotels, world-famous clubs/bars and jazzy shops. Meet your tour guide to drive through the hinterland and discover the rural beauties and friendly locals. Your first stop on the way is a local olive oil farm. As in many Mediterranean communities, olive growing and harvesting is a way of life around Bodrum. Life goes around looking after the olive trees, harvesting them and finally getting the “liquid gold” after the year’s hard work. Enjoy tasting brand new aromas of olive oil and try to find out the methods of pressing it. Next, take a short journey among the pine forrests and visit to Etrim Village where you will be warmly welcomed by the chief of the village. Take a walk around rustic houses and hovels, running chickens and lazy cows, have a natter with the residents. Enjoy with every single savour of traditional Turkish cuisine at lunch and feel the hospitality of locals. See how they are rightfully proud of their authentic Milas carpets and rugs woven in its villages and hamlets by visiting their warehouse where you can simply understand this art in a short workshop. Head to the final destination of the day and learn how to make the perfect wine and food pairings at a local Vineyard during the scenic sunset. Begin with the tour on of the cellar on arrival then raise a glass of Zinfandel to greet the day goes by. Make sure you try all varieties of their local wines with the assist of a delicates cheese plate

A return transfer to your hotel ends this unforgettable day.