12 Days Turkey Tour

The charming culture and beautiful scenery, not to mention the visible pieces from the many civilisations over the years, make a tour of Turkey a truly wonderful travel adventure. Starting amidst the historical beauty and modern miracle of Istanbul, we will observe historical highlights, such as the aged ruins of Ephesus and Pergamon; educational treats like the marvelous cuisine and usual hospitality of the locals. And of course the stunning views of places such as the otherworldly Cappadocia and superb seaside villages on the Mediterranean. This is the quintessential Turkey tour and travel experience you’ll never forget.

Highlights

12-day Turkey tour to Gallipoli,Troy,Ephesus, Pamukkale, Cappadocia and Istanbul

Visit ancient cities like Hierapolis and Ephesus and see the Temple of Artemis – one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World

Tour the Unesco World Heritage Site of Pamukkale and admire its distinctive travertine rock terraces

Travel along Turkey’s Silk Road and visit Goreme Open-Air Museum and Kaymakli Underground City in Cappadocia Perge, Aspendos Amphitheatre and Manavgat Waterfall Tour

The Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Obelisk of Theodosius from Egypt, The Hippodrome, Serpentine Column from the Temple of Delphi, German Fountain, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrive in Istanbul

you will welcome you at the airport and transfer to your hotel.Free day , Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2 : Old City Tour

After breakfast, you will be picked up by your guide from the hotel to departure for full day old city tour. We will visit…… Hagia Sophia, The Blue Mosque, The Hippodrome, Obelisk of Theodosius from Egypt, Serpentine Column from the Temple of Delphi, German Fountain, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace, after the tour you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul

Day 3 : Free day to explore Istanbul

Have fun while you exploring this amazing city. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 4 : Gallipoli Tour

06:30 a.m Pick up from Istanbul hotel, transfer to Gallipoli Peninsula.11:30 a.m Departure for full day Gallipoli tour, lunch on the tour. We will visit……Brighton Beach, Ari burnu and ANZAC Cove cemeteries, Lone Pine Australian Memorial and Cemetery. Visit some original tunnels and trenches at Johnston’s Jolly, The infamous Nek Cemetery, The Chunuk Bair Ataturk Memorial and the New Zealand memorial and cemetery. 18:00 p.m End of the tour, transfer to hotel. Overnight in Eceabat.

Day 5 : Troy Tour

08:00 a.m Pick up from the hotel. Departure for half day Troy tour. We will visit…… legendary city of Troy, A replica of the wooden horse that you can climb into for a photo, Excavation information centre which holds exhibits from the work underway, The fortification walls of Troy Vl with its tower and gateway entrance, Temple of Athena – the focal point of a great annual festival in honour of the goddess Athena, The entrance ramp to Troy ll, The Odeon. 11:30 a.m End of the tour, transfer to the bus station. 12:00 p.m Bus from Canakkale to Kusdasi. 19:00 p.m Arrive in Kusadasi Overnight in Kusadasi

Day 6 : Ephesus Tour

09:30 a.m Pick up from the hotel, Departure for Full day Ephesus tour, lunch on the tour. We will visit…… Temple of Artemis (one of the 7 Ancient Wonders of the World), the 25,000 seat amphitheatre, the Celsus Library and all the other marvellous highlights of Ephesus Ancient City, House of the Virgin Mary, her last abode. Around 16:00 pm, we will end the tour and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 7 : Pamukkale Tour -Overnight bus to Cappadocia

09:00 a.m Pick up from hotel, departure for full day Pamukkale tour, lunch on the tour. We will visit…… Gates, necropolis and theatre of Hierapolis, the calcified pools and waterfalls known as Travertines, swim among ancient ruins. 16:00 p.m End of the tour, transfer to our office, free time. 21:00 p.m Bus from Pamukkale to Cappadocia ( GOREME TOWN )

Day 8 : Cappadocia

07:00 a.m Arrive in Cappadocia ( Goreme ) Transfer to hotel, check in hotel. Free day in Goreme to relax and explore Goreme Town by yourself. Overnight in Goreme

Day 9 : South Cappadocia Tour

09:30 a.m Pick up from the hotel, departure for South Cappadocia tour, lunch on the tour. We will visit Pigeon Valley, Kaymaklı ancient multi-level underground city which is five floors and extending to a depth of approximately 40 m. Then head off to the Red Valley, this beautiful valley gets its name from the rose-colored rock. Here we will hike for 2 hours to see the beauty of the valley with several rock-cut underground dwellings and churches from the Byzantine period. End of the tour, transfer to hotel. Overnight in Goreme.

Day 10 : North Cappadocia Tour | Overnight bus to Istanbul

09:30 a.m Pick up from hotel, departure for North Cappadocia tour, lunch on the tour. We will visit…… Uchisar Castle from out site, Goreme Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley with its animal and fairy-tale like rock formations, Zelve Open Air Museum and the ancient towns of Urgup and Avanos are famous for its red clay pottery. 17:00 p.m End of the tour 20:00 p.m Bus from Cappadocia to Istanbul.

Day 11 : Istanbul

08:00 a.m Arrive in Istanbul and transfer to your hotel Free day Overnight in Istanbul

Day 12 : Istanbul

Free day Transfer to Istanbul airport.

Notes

Can be customized according to your wishes

This tour is available all year round.

There is no hidden cost.

Departs daily