3 DAYS IN ISTANBUL FOR HISTORY LOVERS
Turkey is a come pleasant spot to spend a romantic holiday with your partner. It is one of the most beautiful places in the world to be chosen as a honeymoon for newlyweds.
If you plan to come to turkey for your honeymoon, you can follow the 6 days route we have prepared for you. We can guarantee that you will live unforgettable days.
Our 6-day route, which includes 2 separate locations as Istanbul and Nevşehir, includes extremely romantic suggestions for couples.
Istanbul First Day
Sultanahmet Mosque
Some of Istanbul’s magical historical places are located in the historical peninsula. Sultanahmet is one of them with all its majesty. It is the symbolic work of the Ottoman Empire. You can take a photo by taking the mosque behind you in the courtyard, wander around the historical peninsula with your spouse and shop from the shops with traditional Turkish handicrafts.
Hagia Sophia Mosque
A building that has witnessed history. The world’s first cathedral. You will be amazed by the architecture of Hagia Sophia, which is used as a mosque today. Do not forget to examine many works on Christianity and Islam.
Bosphorus Tour
The pearl of Istanbul is the Bosphorus. To visit this city that brings two continents together in the best way, you need to take a Bosphorus tour. You can experience romantic moments with your spouse by watching the magnificent structures in the middle of the sea.
Istanbul Second Day
Istanbul is famous not only for its architecture and natural beauties, but also for its cuisine. Turks like to have a long breakfast the most. Have a varied Turkish breakfast in Emirgan with a view overlooking the Bosphorus.
Anadolu Kavağı is the most peaceful and calm district of the Bosphorus. You can take a walk accompanied by the view of the sea and nature, examine the fishing boats, and imagine yourself in a coastal town.
Maiden’s Tower
The most mysterious place in Istanbul is the Maiden’s Tower. Many legends are told about this tower in the middle of the sea. It is now used as a restaurant. You can have dinner with your partner in the middle of the sea and enjoy the moment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Istanbul Third Day
If you have come to Istanbul and your goal here is to spend pleasant days with your spouse in your honeymoon that you always want to remember, you should go to the Büyükada. Büyükada is an ideal exploration spot for spouses. It is calm and quiet. You can look at the big mansions and dream with your spouse and enjoy the nature and the view.
Pierre Loti
To enjoy Istanbul, it is essential to watch its unique view. Pierre Loti is the ideal place to watch the fascinating view of Istanbul. You can also taste Turkish cuisine and drink tea and coffee.
Nevşehir – Fourth Day
Nevşehir is a dreamy city with its stone texture, air balloons, open air museums and fairy chimneys. You can visit Derinkuyu and Kaymaklı underground cities in Göreme. You can visit the Göreme Open Air Museum and marvel at the places where people lived in ancient times.
Nevşehir – Fifth Day
Avanos
You will be amazed by the beauty of fairy chimneys in Paşabağ ruins and Zelve valley. The old settlements in the Çavuşin region are worth seeing. You can also visit other valleys in the region. But what you really need to do in Avanos is to visit the pottery workshops. You can make pottery with your partner and take it home as a souvenir.
The Dervent Valley, where the Üçgüzeller, the symbol of Ürgüp and Nevşehir, are located, is also a must-see location. Ürgüp is a region that has been the subject of many legends. Ortahisar, where the rock houses in this region are located, is a location that should be visited with the historical buildings it hosts.
Nevşehir Sixth Day
Balloon Tour
Balloon tour always comes to mind when talking about Nevşehir. If you have come here for your honeymoon, you should not return without a balloon tour. The early morning balloon tour allows you to watch the region from a bird’s eye view and witness the awakening of the city. It is an unforgettable experience.
Ihlara Valley
Ihlara Valley is one of the most dazzling places in Cappadocia basin.
It is worth seeing with its scenery, historical buildings, underground cities and Melendiz. There are steep stairs leading down to the green valley for Ihlara trip. After hundreds of steps, you come to a unique place where waters flow, greenery and natural wonders.
Tips
- Transportation to Büyükada takes 1 hour by ferry. There are boutique hotels where you can stay if you wish.
- Access to the Maiden’s Tower is possible by private ferries. It is necessary to make a reservation for the restaurant, especially at the weekend.
- There is a direct flight from Istanbul to Nevşehir.
- Turkish nights are held at the hotels in Nevşehir in the evenings. If you want to have fun with Turkish music, you can join one of these nights.
- There are cave hotels in Nevşehir. Honeymoon suites are also specially prepared. If you want to have a different experience, you can choose.
