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Embark on an unforgettable 7-day journey through Turkey’s most iconic destinations with our expertly crafted tour. Designed for small groups of up to 20 travelers, this experience offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and comfort. Explore the battlefields of Gallipoli, the ancient city of Troy, the stunning white travertines of Pamukkale, and the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, all guided by professional English-speaking experts. Highlights include UNESCO World Heritage sites like Ephesus, Göreme, and Hierapolis, plus skip-the-line access and boutique accommodations for a stress-free adventure.
Enhance your trip by adding pre-tour accommodation, airport transfers, a flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul on the final day, or post-tour accommodation in Istanbul—just contact us after booking. With personalized attention, enriching experiences, and seamless logistics, this tour is the ultimate way to discover Turkey. Book now for a journey you’ll cherish forever!
What's Included
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Meeting Point for this tour is Port Bosphorus Hotel between 8:00 and 8:15 am. Please make sure you arrive in time at the meeting point.
Itinerary
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1Gallipoli Battlefield
Start your adventure with an early morning departure from Istanbul, where optional pre-tour accommodation and airport transfers can be arranged for a stress-free start to your journey. Travel to the Gallipoli Peninsula, one of Turkey's most moving historical sites, and walk through the WWI battlefields. Visit ANZAC Cove, the Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, Johnston's Jolly, The Nek, and the original trenches and tunnels. Reflect on the poignant history of this iconic location before heading to Çanakkale for your overnight stay.
8 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Troy (Truva)
Depart from Çanakkale and head towards Troy, where we will explore the ancient city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the new, award-winning Troy Museum. We continue on to the old village of Behramkale, a picturesque settlement with stone houses and narrow streets that offer a glimpse into traditional Turkish village life. You will have time to explore the village, take in the beautiful scenery, and perhaps enjoy a cup of Turkish tea or coffee at a local café. From Behramkale, we head south to Kuşadası.
8 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Ancient City of Ephesus
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before exploring the Ephesus Archaeology Museum, which houses an impressive collection of artifacts from the region. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey, and at the carpet village, we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value.
5 hours • Admission ticket included -
4Pamukkale Thermal Pools
This morning we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
5Mevlana Muzesi
Today we travel the ancient Silk Road visiting Sultanhani Caravansary and the Mevlana museum in Konya along the way. Tonight, don't miss the optional traditional Turkish folklore evening!
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
6Goreme National Park
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia through the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum, the fairy chimneys and explore the many levels of an underground city.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
7Anitkabir
Choose how to end your journey! Opt for an early morning departure to Ankara, where you’ll visit Anıtkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, before returning to Istanbul by evening. Alternatively, skip Ankara and take a morning flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul at an additional cost. Optional post-tour accommodations in Cappadocia or Istanbul can also be arranged.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Monday - Gallipoli Battlefields
Tuesday - Troy, Behramkale, Kusadasi
Wednesday - Ephesus, Kusadasi
Thursday - Pamukkale, Hierapolis
Friday - Silk Road, Konya
Saturday - Cappadocia, Goreme, Underground City
Sunday - Ankara - Istanbul
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There is no luggage restriction on this tour
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
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Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- For a 50% refund, you must cancel 2–6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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