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The Galata Tower in Istanbul is a historic landmark and a popular tourist destination that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city! ✨ Depending on the time of day you visit, you can experience completely different cityscapes. Before reaching the observation deck at the top, you can also explore the history of the Galata Tower and enjoy a virtual game that lets you fly through the skies and view the old streets of Istanbul. The best time to visit is during the evening, as the sun sets, offering an exceptionally beautiful view! Opening Hours: Daily 8:30 AM – 11:00 PM • Last admission: Until 10:00 PM • Closed days: Open year-round (including holidays and weekends) General Admission Fee: €30 (or approximately 650 Turkish Lira) (as of May 2025)

**Cappadocia** is a region that spreads across the Anatolian Plateau in central Turkey, where otherworldly scenery and history blend together. Here, we will introduce the charms of Cappadocia from three perspectives: nature, culture, and experience. ⸻ 1. A natural landscape that resembles a fairyland • Strange rock formations (Fairy Chimneys) The scenery of mushroom-shaped and tower-shaped rock formations, created by millions of years of volcanic activity and erosion by wind and rain, is like something out of a fantasy movie. • Underground cities Underground cities such as Kaymakli and Derinkuyu, built before the Common Era, are huge spaces dug to escape enemy invasions, and are said to have housed up to 20,000 people. • Rock-cut churches and valleys The Goreme Open Air Museum is dotted with churches and monasteries carved into the rocks, and frescoes that are more than 1,000 years old remain. ⸻ 2. Places where you can feel the long history and culture • Holy land of ancient Christianity Cappadocia flourished as a refuge for early Christians, and many churches and monasteries were built there. Religious facilities built underground and in caves tell the history of persecution and the depth of faith to this day. • A stopover on the Silk Road This region was also important as a trade route, and you can visit caravanserais (caravanserai). ⸻ 3. Recommended activities you should experience at least once in your life • Hot air balloon flight (balloon experience) The sight of countless balloons flying in the sky at dawn is overwhelming. The spectacular view of Cappadocia from the sky will be a lifelong memory. • Stay in a cave hotel Cappadocia is unique in that you can stay in a hotel that uses a real cave carved into the rock. The natural insulation effect is also attractive, making it cool in summer and warm in winter. • Hiking/Trekking You can walk through beautiful valleys such as the Rose Valley and the Red Valley, see the strange rock formations up close, and enjoy the sunset. #Turkey #Cappadocia

#Spring0yenTrip When you think of Cappadocia, you probably think of balloon tours, but this area was actually created by a volcanic eruption millions of years ago! The tuff made of volcanic ash is very soft, and over the years it has been eroded by natural factors such as rain and wind, creating the mysterious terrain we see today. The ancient people who lived here have used this soft rock to build homes and shelters. The underground cities and hideaway churches that Christians used to escape persecution are also famous. On the tour, you can explore the various terrains while listening to explanations like these! 📍Cappadocia #Turkey

#Spring0yentrip The Galata Tower, towering over the historic streets of Istanbul, is one of the city's iconic landmarks. It features a heavy stone exterior and a conical roof, making it easy to spot from afar. The view of the Galata Tower from Galata Bridge in the evening is also amazing. The Galata Tower is about 67 meters tall, and there is an observation deck on the top floor where you can see the Bosphorus, the old city, the Golden Horn, the Blue Mosque, and even Hagia Sophia! It was originally a watchtower built by the Genoese in the 14th century, and has played various roles throughout its long history. Historic Istanbul is really fun ❤️🔥 Finally, chocolate cheesecake, which has recently become popular among young people. Apparently it originates near the Galata Tower. It's quite sweet, so I think it's just right to split it in half between two people! #Turkey #Istanbul

#Spring0yentrip Taksim in Istanbul is the center of the youth! The famous sight of the red tram running through the middle of the road is a must-see! This is the place where you can feel the current state of Istanbul. Taksim Square is an area where you can experience the "current" Istanbul, and is bustling with locals and tourists. Istiklal Street, which spreads out from the center of the square, is a street packed with shopping, gourmet food, and cafe culture. Retro red trams go by, and it's nostalgic and photogenic. This is a spot you should walk through at least once when you come to Istanbul. #Istanbul #Turkey 📍Taksim　Taksim Square

#Spring0yentrip In Istanbul, Turkey, you can see historical buildings, see cats, and buy food on the street just by walking. This time, I will share the view from Sultanahmet Station to the Grand Bazaar. After getting off the tram and walking for a few minutes, you will see a typical Istanbul view of cobblestone streets and historical buildings. Small cafes and local shops line the streets, and just walking makes your heart excited. Watching the tourists and locals coming and going while taking in the sights of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque made me feel like I was lost in a story. It takes about 15 minutes to walk to the Grand Bazaar, but I took my time to enjoy the various views and eat the food, making it an unforgettable trip. #Turkey #Istanbul

📍Yeni Camii Yeni Mosque is located in the Eminonu district, at the foot of the Galata Bridge. It is not often featured in guidebooks or online information, but it has an outstanding presence, located right next to a large square past the Grand Bazaar and Egyptian Bazaar. This mosque is also the first thing you see when traveling by boat from Eminonu Port, so tourists will see it without even thinking about it. In the old town, there are the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, the two largest mosques in Istanbul, so it doesn't seem to attract much attention, but perhaps because of its location near the port, it is impressive to see the sea right behind the door. The interior has high ceilings and is very spacious. The beautiful design is based on the blue color that is representative of mosques. It may seem inferior if you see Hagia Sophia or the Blue Mosque, but I think it is the only mosque where you can experience the sea and sea breeze through the doors and the historically important terrain of Istanbul through the mosque. If you get a little tired of the crowds at the Grand Bazaar or Egyptian Bazaar, it might be a good idea to visit to find some healing☺️ The fact that admission to the mosque is free is a nice point for tourists. One way to enjoy Istanbul is to go around the mosques while being considerate of those who are praying. #overseastraveltrip #turkey #turkeytrip #istanbul #solotravel #solotravel #backpacker

📍Yeni Valide Mosque Mimar Sinan, 34664 Üsküdar/İstanbul This mosque, completed in the early 18th century during the reign of Sultan Ahmed III, was built for his mother, Gülnüş Sultan. This mosque, with its beautiful two minarets, is a historic mosque where locals living in Üsküdar on the Asian side of Istanbul gather for daily prayers. 🕌 When I visited, it was just prayer time, and the mosque had a truly sacred atmosphere with the adhan playing. I took a photo after the prayer. There were many Muslims visiting, who seemed more like locals than tourists. The interior in particular has a strong and clear design that is impressive compared to any other mosque in Istanbul, and personally, it is my favorite design, even surpassing the Blue Mosque. While many of the designs are based on blue, I was struck by this distinctive use of color 🫶 There are mosques within walking distance in Istanbul, and I think it's one of the fun parts of going around the city and finding a mosque that suits your taste 😊🇹🇷 Access 🚶♀️: A short walk from Uskudar Station Admission fee 💰: Free #overseastraveltrip #solotravel #solotrip #turkey #turkeytrip #istanbul

This time I will introduce the hotel I stayed at when I visited Cappadocia last time! The name is The Dome Cave by Travelers, and it is located about a 5-minute walk from Goreme National Park. ✨ I had the impression that hotels in Cappadocia were expensive, but when I looked around, I found many cheap ones! This was 10,000 yen for two nights for two people, so we were able to stay for two nights for just 5,000 yen per person! ! Actually, cave hotels are very famous in Cappadocia, but this is not a real cave hotel, so it is cheaper than others. ✨ A real cave hotel has no corners and has a curved interior, but this one had solid corners, so it was not a cave hotel. However, the atmosphere was just as I imagined a cave hotel to be, and it was cheap, the bath was clean, the access was quite good, and breakfast was included, so there were no problems. ✨ If you want to save money on tours in Cappadocia, you can find a cave-style hotel like this to save money! #Cappadocia #Hotel #Recommended #Turkey #TurkeyTrip #OverseasTripTrip

The historic district of the Old City of Istanbul, which is registered as a World Heritage Site, is home to Yerebatan Sarayi, the largest reservoir in Istanbul. The entrance fee is a little expensive at about 4,000 yen, but it is a historical building that is rarely seen, so I recommend you go. As you go down the stairs, it is very humid lol. It is said that this underground palace was built by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I in the 6th century using 7,000 workers. It is hard to believe that it was built in the 6th century! There are several places with Medusa inside, and the patterns on the columns are different, so it is very fun to look at them 🇹🇷Opening hours: 9:00-17:30Access: 2 minutes walk from Tramvay Sultanahmet Station #Istanbul #Turkey #TurkeyTrip #IstanbulTourism #Spring0YenTrip

📍Izmir Tarihi Asansör Binası Turgut Reis, Şht. Nihatbey Cd. 76/A, 35000 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye Izmir is Turkey's third largest city and the largest port city along the Aegean Sea. It is also the gateway to the Ephesus ruins. As a port city, it is also known as a gourmet city, mainly for seafood. This spot in the Asansol area is where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the port city of Izmir. You can go up to the view spot. The elevator was built by Jews in 1907 and has a retro history. It connects Mithat Pasha to Halilfat Pasha Street, and was built to efficiently move between the two districts, as it was previously impossible to go between the two districts without climbing a long staircase. When you get off the elevator, there are stylish cafes with great views and small general stores here and there. The staircase art and murals are very modern. There were even cats hanging out at the general stores 🐈⬛ By the way, the elevator is free, and there is no admission fee for the observation deck, which is nice ☺️ 🚶It's about a 10-minute walk from Uçyol Station. You can also walk from the clock tower, which is the center of the old town, but it took about 30 minutes. #overseastraveltrip #turkeytrip #solotrip #solotrip #turkey #izmir

📍Grand Bazaar Kapalı Çarşı Beyazıt, 34126 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey There are many tourist attractions in the old city of Istanbul, but if you are looking for souvenirs, the Grand Bazaar is the place to go. You can find everything here, from traditional sweets such as baklava and Turkish delight to clothing and other household goods. The shop with the colorful Turkish lamps is particularly eye-catching. If you think it will be difficult to carry your belongings home, we recommend Turkish tableware. They will carefully pack your items, so if you reinforce them with towels, you should be able to bring them back to Japan safely! The tea glasses were also very cute😍 I also thought that the small pot for brewing Turkish coffee would be stylish as an interior decoration. However, the site is so large and there are so many alleys that you will definitely get lost😂 Even if you get lost, there are cute miscellaneous goods one after another, so it's strange that it's still fun. lol And wherever you walk, there are people, people, people. So there's no loneliness. Trust your intuition and walk around! When you're tired of people, it's fun to take a break with a cup of chai sold on the roadside🫖 There are vendors walking around, so be brave and talk to them✨ In addition, within the Grand Bazaar, there is an exotic area called the Egyptian Bazaar, where you can find a lot of spices and teas that you've never seen in Japan. It was very exciting and interesting. The annoying thing about it is that there are a lot of touts, but let's enjoy it together☺️ #overseastraveltrip #istanbul #turkey #turkeytrip #solotrip #solotrip

📍Karakoy District Galata Tower Istanbul, Turkey, is a unique city divided into European and Asian sides by the Bosphorus Strait. The new city on the European side is the Karakoy district. The Galata Tower is in the center of the Karakoy district. It is a landmark building of Istanbul that can be seen from the old city across the Galata Bridge. The area around Galata Tower does not have the exotic atmosphere of Turkey, but rather a truly European cityscape, making it feel like you are strolling through a different country. There are also stylish cafes with terrace seats, and you can enjoy a cup of tea in style 🫖 Galata Tower is at the top of the hill, and the slope leading up to it is lined with many souvenir shops and is bustling with tourists. There are also many general stores, so it is perfect for a girls' trip and stroll ☺️ Of course, you can also climb to the top of Galata Tower by paying the entrance fee. When I went, I couldn't go up because they were making some adjustments, but I'm sure it's a great spot to get a panoramic view of Istanbul. 🚶 It's a 15-minute walk from the old town, Emily, across the Galata Bridge, and of course, it's also easily accessible from Karakoy wharf and the subway station. #overseastraveltrip #solotravel #istanbul #turkey #turkeytrip

📍Galata Bridge Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa, Galata Köprüsü, 34425 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey Galata Bridge is a representative building that symbolizes Istanbul, connecting Eminonu Pier in the old city of Istanbul with Karakoy Pier in the new city. It is a spot that many tourists visit 🇹🇷 Of course, the view from the bridge is spectacular, but we must not forget the men fishing on the bridge. These men add a nice touch to this view. Everyone is fishing in a line. And when you look at the buckets, you can see that they have caught quite a few fish. I guess that's why everyone is fishing. What happens to this fish? Istanbul's specialty mackerel sandwich🐟 I've eaten at many food stalls around the world, but mackerel sandwiches are one of the top five gourmet foods🍽️ I ate it at a makeshift food stall-like place made of stacked styrofoam at the foot of the bridge, and it was a big hit. They grill it over charcoal right in front of you! At the end, they pour soy sauce over it, and the aroma of burnt soy sauce is irresistible for Japanese people🤤 The fatty mackerel and soy sauce flavor were the best🧡 It was 140TL in April 2024, which is the market price compared to other places. (Please check the latest information as prices are rising rapidly in Turkey⚠️) The one drawback is that when I went there thinking I'd eat it again, because it's a makeshift food stall, the food stall itself wasn't there😭 The next day, it was in a slightly more remote place. It's elusive, so you might be lucky if you find it! ? #overseas travel trip #backpacker #solo travel #istanbul #turkey #turkey trip

Many people think that the capital of Turkey is Istanbul, right? The capital is actually "Ankara", a city in the Anatolian region in central Turkey. There are direct flights from Japan, but compared to Istanbul, there are far fewer, so it's true that you rarely stop there. However, the transportation network in Turkey is overwhelmingly dominated by bus routes, and I think there are many opportunities to travel between tourist spots by long-distance night buses. Perhaps because Ankara is the capital, it is also a transit point, so many buses use Ankara as a hub. So this time, I'll introduce you to Ankara, which is often overshadowed by Istanbul, focusing on its cute old town and large mosques, which you can quickly visit even between bus stops. The old town is the very image of the Ottoman Empire era 🇹🇷 Souvenir shops and stylish cafes in buildings made of stone and brick. You can drink tea or Turkish coffee as easily as at a food stall 😋 More than anything, prices were about 20-30% cheaper than in Istanbul. There were a lot of locals, especially young people, rather than tourists, so it was very lively ✨ You can see the whole city of Ankara from the hilltop, and there are many benches to take a rest. Kocatepe Mosque is one of the largest mosques in Ankara and is a must-see if you come to Ankara 🕌 📍 Kocatepe Camii Kültür, Dr. Mediha Eldem Sk. No:67, 06420 Çankaya/Ankara, Turkey It's so big that it's hard to fit it all in a photo. Maybe because it wasn't prayer time, there was no one in the magnificent mosque, so I was able to look around carefully. The stained glass is so beautiful that I was mesmerized ☺️ It took about 4 hours to get here, including a break at a cafe. There are many other tourist spots, but if you go this far, you can easily explore the city by taking a bus without using up too much energy. 🚶♀️ #overseastraveltrip #turkeytrip #turkey #ankara #solotravel #backpacker

A hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia is a must-do on a trip to Turkey, isn't it? Of course, I recommend riding a hot air balloon, but I've heard that it's quite scary and worrying. So, I'll introduce you to a hot air balloon viewing spot that I actually went to, where even people with a fear of heights can enjoy Cappadocia. 📍Balloons Highest View point in Göreme (This is the location that appears on Google Maps) Address: İsali - Gaferli - Avcılar, 50180 Göreme/Nevşehir Merkez/Nevşehir, Turkey I wanted to get a good position, so I aimed to go around 5:30 in the morning 🚶♀️ As you can see in the third photo, it's still pitch black! There were already quite a few people waiting for the sunrise. There are some places with poor footing, so please watch your step ⚠️ Preparations for the launch of the balloons begin around 6 o'clock. As I was doing this, the sunrise came in the opposite direction to the balloons 🌄 Around 6:30, the balloons started to rise, and the view that I saw in the guidebook spread out before me. It was different from the view from above, and I was impressed by the view that seemed to blend in with the city and the balloons. The colorful balloons and the strange rock formations all at once made me feel like I was in Turkey! 🤩 It was a great sight to see the balloons passing directly overhead! It's an easy balloon viewing spot to get to in about 10 to 15 minutes from the city center. If you've been on a balloon! I hope you'll also experience a balloon ride from this spot! ! This is such a recommended spot 🧡 #overseastraveltrip #solotrip #solotrip #turkey #turkeytrip #turkeytrip #cappadocia

📍Urgup Cappadocia is famous for its hot air balloons, but the region is larger than you might imagine, and the city famous for hot air balloons is Göreme. Next to it is the ancient city of Urgup, with its old cobblestone streets and traditional stone houses. However, the standard plan is to stay in Göreme, get on a hot air balloon, and then return to Istanbul, so many people probably don't know much about other cities. Urgup, which can be reached by bus from Göreme, has a local feel and offers a different side to Göreme. I especially recommend Temenni Hill in the center. It's on a hill, and the view of the city from here makes it seem like time has stopped. 😌 Göreme is so crowded with tourists that it can be a bit unsettling, but you can spend a relaxing time here. The souvenir shops are lined up, and the staff are kind and friendly. There are lots of cute cafes, and the one I went to was a cafe with stone seats like a cave. The Wi-Fi was good and I think I could work there a lot. [Access] About 20 minutes by minibus from Goreme. Temenni Hill is about a 10-minute walk from the bus station in Urgup. It's a slope 🚶♀️ #overseastraveltrip #Cappadocia #Turkeytrip #Turkey #solotrip #solotravel #backpacker

📍Antique Terrace Suites Goreme Kasabasi, 50180 Nevşehir, Turkey When you think of Cappadocia, you think of hot air balloons! And the scenery with its unique buildings, such as mushroom rocks and houses carved into the rocks, is just like a game world🌏 There are several hotels in Cappadocia where you can stay in a house in a cave. The cave hotel I stayed at is called Antique Terrace Suites. The room is exactly inside a cave!! The atmosphere is a little dark👍 As the name suggests, there are antique furniture, and it feels like you've traveled back in time. In addition, the view from the rooftop overlooks the strange rocks and the Red Valley, so you can fully enjoy Cappadocia😊 There are no photos, but if you wake up early in the morning, you can see hot air balloons flying directly above you. The breakfast buffet is also so varied that you can't finish it all 🍽️ The shower room amenities are also cutely designed. If you're in Cappadocia, why not try staying at a cave hotel for just one night? ✨ 🚶5-10 minutes walk from the center of Cappadocia 💰1 room per night: 6-7000 yen If you're staying with two people, it's about 3000 yen per person ⚠️Prices in Turkey are rising rapidly at the moment, and hotel prices change daily, so please check the latest information. It's not uncommon for restaurants to be 500 yen different from yesterday to today. (I actually witnessed this during my 2-week stay) #accommodationtrip #solotrip #solotravel #turkey #turkeytrip #cappadocia #cavehotel

Pamukkale 🇹🇷 Turkey Pamukkale is located in the southwestern part of Turkey, and is a popular tourist spot for Japanese people as an area where hot springs gush out. These pure white travertines are formed by the ingredients contained in the hot springs. I'm sure I'm not the only Japanese person who gets excited when I hear the word "hot springs" ♨️ However, when I search for Pamukkale recently, I get results like "disappointing" and "don't go there," which is unfortunate. The reason is that, due to the recent development rush, Pamukkale's hot springs are currently drying up. As a result, the amount of hot water flowing into the travertines seems to be adjusted, and some areas do not have hot spring water, resulting in many desolate travertines without hot spring water. However, if you look for an area where hot spring water is coming out, you can still see beautiful travertines like this, so when I actually went there, I wasn't disappointed, and the pure white was so beautiful that it was almost dazzling. 🤩 Walking in shoes is prohibited in this area, so you walk on the travertines barefoot, but since it's hot spring water, it's warm and feels good ☺️ When the water flow is strong, it feels like a massage, and you'll want to stay in the foot bath forever. In Pamukkale, you can see not only the travertines, but also the ruins of Hierapolis. It's quite large, so if you're not interested, you can skip it, but for me who loves ruins, it was irresistible! [Access] The base is the city of Denizli. There is a train from Izmir, Turkey's second largest city, and buses are very convenient within Turkey, and long-distance buses also depart from Cappadocia, which is famous for its hot air balloons. From the Denizli bus terminal, take the shuttle bus to Karahayit. [Points] There are few hotels around Pamukkale, and there are no particular tourist attractions in Denizli, so it seems that a standard plan for travelers is to take an overnight bus from Cappadocia to Denizli early in the morning, sightsee at Pamukkale, and then move on to another city on the same day. If you're confident in your stamina, we recommend giving it a try. #overseastraveltrip #turkey #turkeytrip #pamukkale #worldheritage #solotravel #solotrip

When it comes to Turkey's famous mosques, the World Heritage Sites Hagia Sophia Mosque and Sultanahmet Mosque may be the most famous, but there are many more attractive mosques in Turkey. Among them, I would like to introduce a mosque with a beautiful blue color. Its name is Sokollu Mehmed Paca Camii (1571). It is located in the old town area where famous mosques are gathered, and it is about a 10-minute walk from Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Mosque! However, the slope is too steep and it is in a fairly residential area, so use a map while it is still light so you don't get lost! There was no entrance fee and there were not many people, but don't forget to bring a scarf. The blue color was really beautiful. This mosque was built by an architect named Mimar Sinan, who was said to be the best in Turkish history, so I think history lovers will enjoy it even more♪ #Turkey #TurkeyTrip #Istanbul #IstanbulTrip #Mosque #OverseasTriptrip

#Travel tips for overseas Turkey is located halfway between Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, and is a country with a unique geographical environment in the world. Over its long history, a unique culture that cannot be described as East or West has been born. In VOL.3, we will introduce our tour of Istanbul, an international city facing the Bosphorus Strait. This is a record of the 8 days from leaving Japan to returning home. °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• Travel itinerary 🔸Day 6 5:00 Travel by bus to Istanbul, about 444km, about 6 hours🚌 11:30 Arrive in Istanbul Start sightseeing in the World Heritage site of Istanbul Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar, Underground Cistern, shopping 13:00 Lunch 17:30 Dinner 18:30 Take the bus to the hotel, about 15km, about 1 hour (traffic jam)🚌 19:30 Arrive at Sheraton Istanbul Atakoy Hotel ◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹ 🔸Day 7 11:00 Take the bus to Istanbul Airport, about 45km, about 1 hour 15:20 Departing from Istanbul to Narita Airport on Turk Airlines✈️ ◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹ 🔸Day 8 8:30 Arrived at Narita Airport °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• 🔹When visiting a mosque, women should wear a scarf to cover their hair. It is common sense to wear clothes that do not reveal your ankles or body lines. 🔹Notes on what to bring when returning to Japan Meat, all meat products including instant noodles, and raw fruit are prohibited from being brought into Japan. 🔹Duty-free limit for entering Japan: up to 3 bottles of alcohol (approximately 760ml per bottle) Up to 200 cigarettes #Turkey #Istanbul #Mosque #World Heritage Site #Overseas Travel #Solo Travel

#Travel tips for overseas Turkey is located halfway between Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, and is a country with a unique geographical environment in the world. Over its long history, a unique culture that cannot be described as East or West has been born. In VOL.2, we will introduce our tour of the World Heritage site Cappadocia and the Kocatepe Mosque in Ankara. This is a record of the 8 days from leaving Japan to returning home. °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• Travel itinerary 🔸Day 4 9:00 Start sightseeing in the World Heritage site Cappadocia Kaymaluk Underground City, Shopping 12:00 Lunch 13:00 Take a bus to Goreme Open Air Museum Approx. 29km, approx. 60 minutes🚌 Stop at a view spot with a panoramic view of the city of Goreme 14:00 Arrive at Goreme Open Air Museum 15:30 Take bus to Camel Rock, approx. 13km, approx. 20min🚌 16:00 Take bus to hotel, approx. 19km, approx. 25min 16:30 Arrive at hotel ◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹ 🔸Day 5 8:30 Start sightseeing in Cappadocia, a World Heritage Site Three Sisters Rocks, Mushroom Rocks in Pasabag district, etc. 11:00 Take bus to Ankara, approx. 310km, approx. 3.5hrs 12:00 Lunch 17:00 Arrive at Kocatepe Mosque, Ankara, sightseeing 18:00 Hotel New Park Arrived at the hotel *We couldn't ride the balloon due to bad weather °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• 🔹When visiting the mosque, women should wear a scarf to cover their hair. It is common sense to wear clothes that do not reveal your ankles or body lines. 🔹About money At Narita Airport, there are few places where you can exchange money for Turkish lira. The exchange rate is not very good, but I recommend exchanging money at the airport when you arrive. It costs about 1 TRY for 4 to 5 yen. You can also use euros, but you will also need Turkish lira, so I recommend preparing them. #Turkey #TurkeyTrip #Ankara #Cappadocia #WorldHeritage #OverseasTrip #SoloTrip

#Travel tips for overseas Turkey is located halfway between Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, and is a country with a unique geographical environment in the world. Over its long history, a unique culture that cannot be described as either Eastern or Western has been born. In VOL.1, we will introduce our tour of Kusadasi, Izmir, and Denizli, including the World Heritage sites of Ephesus, Aphrodisia, and Pamukkale. This is a record of the 8 days from leaving Japan to returning home. °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• Travel itinerary 🔸Day 1 10:15 Depart Narita to Istanbul on Turk Airlines✈️ 18:00 Arrive Istanbul 21:00 Depart Istanbul to Izmir on Turk Airlines✈️ 22:15 Arrive Izmir 11:00 From Izmir Airport to Kusadasi by bus, about 90km About 1.5 hours🚌 ◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⋯⊹◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹ 🔸Day 2 0:50 Arrive at Le Bleu Hotel & Resort in Kusadasi 8:00 Take bus to Ephesus ruins, about 20km, about 30 minutes 8:30 Start sightseeing at the Ephesus ruins, a World Heritage Site 10:20 Take bus to Sirince village, about 11km, about 20 minutes🚌 11:00 Arrive at Sirince village 12:00 Take a bus to Aphrodisias Ruins, about 165km About 2.5 hours🚌 13:30 Lunch break 16:00 Arrive at Aphrodisias Ruins Start sightseeing at the World Heritage Site Aphrodisias Ruins 17:30 Take a bus to Pamukkale, about 70km, about 1.5 hours 19:00 Arrive at Pam Thermal Hotel in Pamukkale ◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹◦⊹⋯⋯⋯⊹ 🔸Day 3 7:30 Start sightseeing at the World Heritage Site Pamukkale Limestone terraces, Hierapolis Ruins, etc. 9:00 Take a bus to Konya, about 405km About 5.5 hours🚌 13:00 Lunch 16:20 Arrive at Mevlana Museum, sightseeing 17:10 Take the bus to Cappadocia, about 240km, about 3 hours🚌 20:30 Arrive at Uchisar Kaya Otel, Cappadocia °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• 🔹Pam Thermal Hotel has a hot spring pool. Bring your swimsuit and swimming cap to enter. Hot spring water comes out of the gold faucet in the bathtub in your room. 🔹You can dip your feet in the Pamukkale travertines. We recommend bringing a towel. Be careful as it is slippery. 🔹Uchisar Kaya Otel is not a cave as it is. It was built and reinforced using rocks. #Turkey #TurkeyTrip #OverseasTrip #WorldHeritage #Ruins #SoloTrip

#OverseasTravelTactics 3 things to do when you go to Cappadocia in Turkey🫶 ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━❶ Wake up early and enjoy a hot air balloon ride━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Cappadocia is all about hot air balloons! Wake up early and enjoy the spectacular view🥰 You can ride a hot air balloon or take photos from the hotel rooftop or cafe◎I wore a flying dress and took photos with a photographer📸👗 ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━❷ Stay in a cave hotel━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ If you're going to stay, why not go to a cave hotel? Hotels marked "Cave room" are cave hotels🏨 Be careful that hotels marked "Stone room" are cave-style hotels⚠️ The area is convenient with many restaurants and shops in the Goreme area✨️ ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━❸ Join the Red Tour━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━If you want to sightsee efficiently, we recommend joining the Red Tour❤️You can go to fairy chimneys, Imagination Valley, and more! Reservations can be made in town or online, so check it out🔎I was able to go with a reservation on the day🙆♀️There is also a shuttle to the hotel✨ #Turkey #Cappadocia

Hello 🌞 When you think of Turkey, many people think of hot air balloons in Cappadocia and Turkish cuisine, but I would like to give you a little introduction to how much it costs to travel to Turkey ✈️ When I bought a ticket to Istanbul from late February to March at this time a year ago, I was able to go for 63,000 yen round trip! The best season is from February to March, and you can go much cheaper than other seasons at this time ✈️ As of January 2025, you can go for about 76,000 yen from February to March (see Skyscanner). Also, Cappadocia, which you want to go as a set, is about 10,000 yen round trip! You have no choice but to go! ️ I would like to post more details about the hotel again, but even if you stay in a tourist spot, it's just a little over 10,000 yen per person for 5 nights. I was able to stay in Cappadocia for 2 nights for 5,000 yen per person! ️ Why not take this opportunity to go on a trip to Turkey? #Memories of 2024 #Cappadocia #Turkey #Istanbul #TurkeyTrip—————————————————————————————▪︎Tao/Current university student/Hobby is traveling abroad/Studying abroad in 3 countries: Canada, Philippines, and Dubai #Overseas travel trip #Turkey trip #Air ticket

Hello 🌞 I'm very happy that the article I posted about my trip to Turkey has received a much bigger response than I expected 🇹🇷 I received a lot of questions, and one of them was, "Can I go to both Istanbul and Cappadocia in one trip?" So I wrote an article about it this time. First of all, there are no direct flights from Japan to Cappadocia, so I think you will go to Cappadocia via Istanbul, so it is possible to go to both at the same time. When I visited last year, I took a relaxed schedule, so I spent a lot of time in Istanbul, but if you are mainly going to Cappadocia, you can transfer to a flight to Cappadocia from Istanbul, or you can stay in Istanbul for 3 nights and Cappadocia for 2 nights. As for Cappadocia, I was lucky to see hot air balloons, but it seems that the probability of them flying is low, so if you absolutely want to see hot air balloons, I recommend staying in Cappadocia for more than 3 nights! (I heard that the balloons didn't fly for about three days after the day I saw them, and my friend returned without seeing them 😿) Also, you can't ride the balloon on the day you move to Cappadocia, so you need to stay at least one night. However, there are only a few things you can do in Cappadocia other than the balloon, so many people join the Red Tour or Green Tour after the tour. With this tour, you can cover almost all the tourist sites in Cappadocia in one go, so if you set aside more time for the balloon ride, you might end up with nothing to do if you miss out on seeing everything... This is all about luck 🥹 Balloon tours vary depending on the season, but they cost from 15,000 to 50,000 yen. Green tours and red tours are around 8,000 to 10,000 yen. Balloon tours range from cheap to expensive, but if you go too cheap, you may fly quite far from the city center and there may only be a few balloons around, so it might be a good idea to carefully consider the price and reviews ✨———————————————————————————▪︎Tao/Current university student/Hobby is traveling abroad/Studying abroad in three countries: Canada, the Philippines, and Dubai#Overseas travel trip #Turkey #Istanbul #Turkey trip

Çanakkale, Turkey, is the city where the Trojan ruins, famous for the Trojan Horse, are located. I had to take a local bus to get to the ruins. I missed the bus that runs only six times a day, so I just wandered around instead of going to the ruins. I talked to an old man, drank tea while looking at the sea, and walked by the sea. 📍Trojan Horse Statue There is a large statue used in the movie Trojan Horse. It's worth seeing. 📍Cimenlik Castle Çimenlik Kalesi Naval Museum and castle walls. I couldn't find the exit at the museum, so I ran desperately to the entrance half crying😂For some reason, there was no one there and it was scary😂 📍Kordon A park next to the sea. It was great to relax here! I might not have come here if I hadn't been alone. I headed west to find the sea, but I was able to relax and there were few tourists (it's not a very touristy area...) so it felt like a solo trip, which was great. We recommend taking a relaxing stroll along the beach. If you have time during your trip to Turkey, why not visit? #Çanakkale #Turkey #FreeHotelStay

Did you know that the capital of Turkey is Ankara, not Istanbul? When you think of Turkish cities, you probably only think of Istanbul or Cappadocia... If you ever live in Turkey, you'll want to choose Ankara as your base of operations, as it's easy to get to anywhere and has a wide range of options. You can get to most of the north, south, east and west by bus from this city. Cities you don't expect often turn out to be a hit. I came to Ankara for a layover, but it's become one of my favorites. 📍Ankara Castle The castle walls are at the top of the city, and the atmosphere and scenery are great. On the walls, old men and women are selling handmade items in a line, which is cute. When they beckon you to look and tell them, you can't help but look! Prices are cheaper than Istanbul, and there's the bustle of people living there, so I liked the bustle of this non-tourist area! 📍Anatolian Civilizations Museum The museum is large enough that you can see everything in about an hour. There were cute clay figures and sphinxes, which was a strange feeling. You can also learn about civilization. 📍Bazaar I really enjoyed my favorite market, looking at spices, fruits, and buying sweet Turkish sweets. I was holding my camera and the guy posed for me to take a picture of him, nice! At the hostel, the sweets I bought at the market were soaked with syrup that they dripped all over me (lol) 📍Kocatepe Camii The smooth walls of the mosque were also great! The smoothness was amazing, so I sat on a bench and just kept looking at them (lol) The transportation in Ankara was also great! I love the trams. It's great for tourists that you can get on the train and bus by tapping your MasterCard! #Ankara #Turkey #FreeHotelStay

I went to Cappadocia in Turkey for 3 nights and 4 days✈️ Among them, I would like to write about the hot air balloon tour that you should try at least once since you have come to Cappadocia✍️ And I will share here what I thought about the experience and what to be careful about. Sunrise hot air balloon tour starting early in the morning🎈 I made an online reservation from Japan in advance and headed there. The price was cheaper than the local tour, probably because it was the low season in winter💰 I heard that the capacity may be reached early in the high season, so it may be a good idea to make an online reservation in advance. If you are going in the low season such as autumn and winter, one way to go is to compare online reservations with local tours after arriving in Goreme☝️ And the important thing is that the success rate varies greatly depending on the season you go🫵🏻😵💫 Even in April to September, when it is said to be relatively easy to fly balloons, the success rate is high, although there are flight cancellations depending on the weather. However, in winter, the wind and humidity can make it more difficult to fly than in the summer season. I visited at the end of November, so I stayed for three nights in case my flight was canceled☝🏻💫❕ My flight was actually canceled twice, but the third time was a charm and I was able to board safely on the morning of my return🎈🤍 So, if you want to ride a hot air balloon in Cappadocia, I recommend that you make a schedule with plenty of time𓍢ִ໋🌷͙֒ ↓This is the schedule I actually used during my stay🗓️↓ ____________________________________ ✔️Day 1 Istanbul → 22:00 Arrived in Nevsehir✈️ It was late so we headed straight to the hotel and checked in and went to bed ↓ ✔️Day 2 Hot air balloon tour from early morning Waited for a call to confirm the tour, but flight was cancelled due to bad weather Immediately rebooked tomorrow's hot air balloon tour online🔄 In the morning, we strolled around the town of Goreme In the afternoon, we participated in a sunset horse riding tour🫏🤍 ↓ ✔️Day 3 Hot air balloon tour from early morning that we rebooked yesterday Flight was cancelled again due to poor visibility We rebooked the hot air balloon tour online to try again tomorrow🔄 Participated in the Red Tour that takes a whole day around Cappadocia⛰️ ↓ ✔️Day 4 Finally, we were blessed with fine weather and went on our long-awaited hot air balloon tour🎈🤍 12:00 Checked out of the hotel 15:30 Returned from Nevsehir to Istanbul✈️ ____________________________________ If the flight is canceled during the online tour, you should check whether you can get a full refund → rebook and try again tomorrow, or whether you can slide the reservation to tomorrow or later without refunding☝️🤍 And when I actually rode the hot air balloon, I was moved by the spectacular view that spread out in front of me like a postcard✨It's definitely one of the views I'll remember when I look back on my life𓈒⁺🕊️⸝⸝ Since you came all the way to Cappadocia, you should definitely try a hot air balloon ride! And I recommend staying for a few days❕🩵 If you're lucky enough to ride a hot air balloon on the first day, next time I'd like to experience the view of the hot air balloon looking up from the city🎈 And since it was an early morning tour, it was possible to organize a red tour or horse riding tour after it was over☝🏻🎶💞 #Cappadocia #HotAirBalloon #Turkey

#trip accommodation review Medusa Hotel stands on the beautiful seaside of Kas, Turkey 🏨✨️A boutique hotel with a location overlooking the blue Mediterranean Sea and warm hospitality 🥰💓💎 The charms of Medusa Hotel✔ All rooms have ocean views! The view from the terrace is the best🌊✨✔ Private beach attached🏖Relax in the crystal clear sea🐚✔ Within walking distance to Kas city center! It's also fun to explore the trendy cafes and shops 🚶♂️✔ Enjoy local food at breakfast 🍽—fresh olives and cheese are delicious 🧀━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━💬aynaa's comment━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━A wonderful hotel where you can enter the sea from the terrace 🥰 I chose this hotel because I wanted to stay at a beach hotel like this 🏖 The location is great and you can walk to the town of Kaş ✨️ The sea is very beautiful, so it's recommended for those who want to relax on the beach 🫶 Spot information━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━📍Medusa Hotel 🗺Address: Andifli, Hükümet Cd. No:53, 07580 Kaş/Antalya, Turkey#Kash #Turkey#Hotel