Taste of Turkey Tour

Start your journey with a visit to the poignant World War I memorials of Gallipoli, including ANZAC Cove, Chunuk Bair, and Lone Pine Cemetery. After crossing the Dardanelles, you'll have a brief visit to the city of Canakkale. Your day concludes with a relaxing dinner and overnight stay at the 4-star Akol Hotel (or similar) in Canakkale.

On the second day, you'll explore the legendary city of Troy and marvel at the replica of the Trojan horse. You'll also visit the ancient hospital complex of Asklepion in Pergamon. After a day of exploration, unwind with dinner and a comfortable stay at the 4-star Marina Hotel (or similar) in Kusadasi.

Day three takes you to the house of Virgin Mary and the incredible city of Ephesus. You'll be awed by the colossal Greek Theatre, the Marble Road, the Celsus Library, the Temple of Diana, and the church and tomb of Saint John. After a day of exploration, return to the 4-star Marina Hotel (or similar) in Kusadasi for dinner and rest.

On day five, you'll travel to Konya, home to the Whirling Dervish Museum and the Karatay Madrasa, a 13th-century school. After exploring the museum's collection of Dervish costumes, instruments, and illuminated manuscripts, you'll continue to Cappadocia for dinner and a unique stay at a Cave Hotel.

Day six is dedicated to exploring the unique landscape of Cappadocia, with its volcanic rock formations, underground churches, and cities carved into the rocks by early Christians. Visit Magic Valley, Goreme and Zelve Open Air Museum, Pasabag Valley, and Cavusin Village. You may also opt for a hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia early in the morning. After a day of exploration, return to your Cave Hotel for dinner and rest.

On the final day, visit Sinasos (Mustafa Pasha), explore the old Greek village with historical Greek and Ottoman houses, and see the church of Constantine-Helen. You'll also see interesting rock formations in Urgup, Ortahisar, and Uchisar, and explore Derinkuyu or Kaymakli underground city. In the late afternoon, you'll be transferred to Cappadocia airport for your flight to Istanbul.