Turkey & Bosnia Discovery: Istanbul to Sarajevo

Arrival in Istanbul. Transfer to hotel and free time to explore the local surroundings. Overnight in Istanbul.

Guided tour including Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, and Grand Bazaar. Free time in the afternoon. Optional Bosphorus cruise. Overnight in Istanbul.

Travel to Pamukkale. Visit the stunning white travertine terraces and explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, including the Roman theatre and the Necropolis. Overnight in Pamukkale.

Morning departure to Konya. Visit the Mevlana Museum, dedicated to the famous Sufi poet Rumi. Free time to explore the city’s spiritual atmosphere. Overnight in Konya.

Continue to Cappadocia. Visit the underground city of Kaymakli or Derinkuyu and panoramic viewpoints. Optional Turkish night program in the evening. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Visit the Göreme Open Air Museum, Pasabag (Valley of Monks), Devrent Valley, and Uchisar Castle. Optional hot air balloon ride in the early morning. Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Morning transfer to the airport and flight to Istanbul, followed by a connecting flight to Sarajevo. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Free time to explore Baščaršija and the old town. Overnight in Sarajevo.

Guided tour of Sarajevo, including Baščaršija, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, Sebilj Fountain, Latin Bridge, City Hall, and Tunnel of Hope Museum. Free afternoon for individual exploration. Overnight in Sarajevo.

Full-day excursion to Mostar with a visit to the Old Bridge, Koski Mehmed Pasha Mosque, and the bazaar. Continue to Blagaj to visit the Dervish Tekija and enjoy views of the Buna River spring. Stop in the medieval town of Počitelj. Return to Sarajevo. Overnight in Sarajevo.

Excursion to the royal town of Travnik with its colorful mosque and medieval fortress. Continue to Jajce to visit the famous waterfalls and the historical center. Return to Sarajevo. Overnight in Sarajevo.

End of the program.