Discover Turkey
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an enchanting 8-day journey through the historic and cultural wonders of Turkey. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience, taking you from the vibrant city of Istanbul, across the ancient Silk Road, to the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia. Explore the architectural marvels of Byzantine and Ottoman empires, delve into the rich tapestry of Turkish and Islamic arts, and unwind in the therapeutic thermal pools of Hierapolis. Discover the ancient city of Ephesus, the fruit wine village of Sirince, and the mesmerizing 'cotton castles' of Pamukkale. This tour is a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, promising an unforgettable adventure.
Included
7 Breakfasts.
5 Dinners.
vegetarian, vegan, halal, meat
All accommodation in 4-star and boutique hotel
hotel: 7 night(s);
All transport and transfers in private AC minibus/coach
Domestic flight from Istanbul to Izmir
24-hour airport arrival & departure transfer service
Services of a local tour guide throughout.
Our trips feature a mix of different transport options. We want you to feel like you’re really experiencing the country you’re travelling through, but at the same time we want you to finish journeys refreshed enough to enjoy the next stage of the tour. The distances involved in Turkey mean that we use private vehicles and tourist coaches throughout this tour.
Spice bazaars
Blue Mosque & Hippodrome in Istanbul
Greek & Roman ruins at Ephesus
Coastal Kusadasi
Calcium travertines at Pamukkale
Hieropolis ruins
Cappadocia fairy chimneys
Goreme Valley
Underground cities
Ankara
Entrance fees to sites visited.
Tipping kitty.
Destinations
Konya
Selçuk
Istanbul
AnkaraMap
Attractions
Sultan Ahmed Mosque
Hierapolis Ancient Theatre
Sultanhanı Caravanserai
Anıtkabir
Hagia Irene
Pera Museum
Milet Museum
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
Mevlâna Museum
Çat KasabasıDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul
- Istanbul - Arrival day
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Welcome to Istanbul, a city that straddles two continents. Our staff will greet you at the airport and escort you to your boutique or 4-star hotel in Istanbul, marking the beginning of your Turkish adventure.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Istanbul and Transfer to Kusadasi
- Istanbul
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- Sultan Ahmed Mosque
- Hagia Irene
- Pera Museum
- Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
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Begin your day with a comprehensive tour of Istanbul, a city that has played a pivotal role in the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. Visit the 17th-century Blue Mosque, the Aya Sofya museum, the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum, and the Hippodrome. In the afternoon, we'll fly to Izmir and then transfer to the Mediterranean town of Kusadasi, where you'll spend the next two nights in a boutique or 4-star hotel.
Day 3 – Day 3: Journey to Ephesus and Sirince
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- El Heykeli
- Milet Museum
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Today, we'll journey to the ancient Roman site of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the Mediterranean, once home to 250,000 people. Explore the Temple of Artemis and the marble streets of this ruined Greek & Roman city. In the afternoon, we'll visit the fruit wine village of Sirince and learn about the history of carpet weaving in Turkey.
Day 4 – Day 4: Discovering Pamukkale and Hierapolis
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- Hierapolis Ancient Theatre
- Pamukkale Turkey
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We head east to Pamukkale, renowned for its white calcium terraces known as Travertines, which resemble 'cotton castles'. The unique geology here has created cloud-like formations unlike anywhere else. We'll also visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, where you can enjoy a dip in the hot thermal pools nestled among ancient Roman columns, believed to have therapeutic powers.
Day 5 – Day 5: Journey along the Silk Road to Konya and Cappadocia
- Konya
- Pamukkale
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- Sultanhanı Caravanserai
- Mevlâna Museum
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Today, we follow the ancient Silk Road towards Konya, stopping at the Sultanhani Caravanserai to learn more about the history of this important trade route. In Konya, we'll visit the Mevlana museum, the former home of the original Mevlevi Whirling Dervishes. We then continue to Cappadocia, where you'll spend the night in a unique boutique cave hotel.
Day 6 – Day 6: Exploring the Surreal Landscape of Cappadocia
Day 6: Exploring the Surreal Landscape of Cappadocia
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Today, we'll explore the beautiful and surreal landscape of Cappadocia. This unique setting creates a fairytale view full of improbable rock formations and underground villages. Often described as the jewel of Turkey, we'll tour the subterranean churches and fortresses used by Christians to avoid persecution over a thousand years ago.
Day 7 – Day 7: From Cappadocia to Ankara and Back to Istanbul
- Ankara
- Istanbul
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- Anıtkabir
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We leave early for the drive to Ankara, Turkey's modern-day capital. Here, we'll visit Anitkabir, the mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. We then return to Istanbul by road. This is a long day's drive, but an upgrade to an internal flight from Kayseri in Cappadocia is available upon request.
Day 8 – Day 8: Departure from Istanbul
- Istanbul - Departure day
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Your final day is free for some last-minute sightseeing and shopping in Istanbul. When it's time, we'll transfer you to the airport for your departure, marking the end of your memorable journey through Turkey.
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