14-Day Exploration of Historic Turkey Tour from Istanbul **Hotel breakfast**
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Tour Code: 689124
Departure City
Istanbul
End City
Istanbul
Duration
14 days
Language
English Live
Tour Themes
Cultural & Historical
Cultural & Historical:Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities
Guide Type
Guided Tour
Guided Tour:Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity
Group Size
Standard Group Tour
Standard Group Tour:Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world
Activity Level
Moderate
Moderate:Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking
Highlights
• 13 breakfast
• Admire the breathtaking Blue Mosque and explore the Grand Bazaar
• Honour the memory of the fallen at Gallipoli
• Delve into the legendary city of Troy and explore the replica of the renowned Wooden Horse
• Walk in the footsteps of the ancients at the Roman health spa
• Witness a 13th-century caravanserai before arriving in Cappadocia
Itinerary
D1
Home - Istanbul
Radisson Blu Hotel Istabul Sisli or similar
B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Begin your exclusive private tour at the historical junction of Europe and Asia. Your adventure in the vibrant city of Istanbul commences as you check into your hotel, followed by a lively Welcome Gathering with your Tour Guide and fellow travellers.
D2
Istanbul
Radisson Blu Hotel Istabul Sisli or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Hagia Sophia
Topkapi Palace
Blue Mosque
Dive into Istanbul, a city where time periods effortlessly overlap. Tour the famed Topkapi Palace and get an inside look into the power of the Ottoman Empire. Gaze upon the 4th-century Egyptian obelisk, the Hagia Sophia, and the Hippodrome. Admire the breathtaking Blue Mosque and explore the Grand Bazaar. Optional evening activity includes a dinner featuring Turkish folk and belly dancing.
D3
Istanbul - Çanakkale
Iris Hotel & Spa Çanakkale or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Anzac Cove
Honour the memory of the fallen at Gallipoli. Visit Anzac Cove, the Dardanelles, and the cemeteries of Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair. Afterward, head towards Çanakkale for dinner and an overnight stay.
D4
Çanakkale - Troy - Pergamon - Izmir
Mövenpick Izmir or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Troy
Izmir
Pergamon
Delve into the legendary city of Troy and explore the replica of the renowned Wooden Horse. Visit Pergamon's ancient Asclepion Medical Centre before settling down in the seaside city of Izmir for the night.
D5
Izmir - Ephesus - Izmir
Mövenpick Izmir or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Ephesus
Izmir
Take a leisurely stroll through Ephesus, an ancient Greek city. Witness the well-preserved Library of Celcus and the House of Virgin Mary at Mt. Koressos. In the evening, consider an optional dinner in a local Izmir restaurant and sample the local raki.
D6
Izmir - Pamukkale
Spa Hotel Colossae Thermal Pamukkale or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Pamukkale
Leave the coastal city of Izmir behind and travel to Pamukkale. Enjoy the thermal pools at your hotel before a relaxing dinner.
D7
Pamukkale - Hierapolis - Antalya
The Marmara Antalya or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Hierapolis
Walk in the footsteps of the ancients at the Roman health spa, Hierapolis, then marvel at the Cotton Castle Springs of Pamukkale. Join the Yazir community in the Taurus Mountains for a local lunch, then head to Antalya for a two-night stay. Enjoy a Regional Dinner at a local restaurant.
D8
Antalya
The Marmara Antalya or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Spend the morning absorbing the enchanting atmosphere of the Turkish Riviera. In the afternoon, travel to the Roman city of Perge and visit the renowned Antalya Archaeological Museum.
D9
Antalya - Aspendos - Konya
Dedeman Konya Hotel or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Aspendos
Begin your day in Aspendos, home to the best-preserved ancient theatre, before continuing to Konya. Learn about the mystic Whirling Dervish sect and the Seljuk-tiled dome at the Karatay Tile Museum.
D10
Konya - Cappadocia
Dilek Kaya Hotel Cappadocia or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Witness a 13th-century caravanserai before arriving in Cappadocia. Visit the underground city of Saratli on the ancient Silk Road. Enjoy a traditional pottery kebab dinner at a local restaurant before settling in your unique hotel by the Ortahisar rock castle.
D11
Cappadocia
Dilek Kaya Hotel Cappadocia or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Göreme Açık Hava Müzesi
Immerse yourself in the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia. Visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum and the pottery makers of Avanos.
D12
Cappadocia - Ankara
DoubleTree by Hilton or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Arrive in Ankara, the vibrant capital of Turkey. Visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilisations and pay your respects at Atatürk's Mausoleum.
D13
Ankara - Istanbul
Radisson Blu Hotel Istabul Sisli or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Return to Istanbul and enjoy a day at your leisure. Optional activities include a cruise along the Bosphorus before a memorable Farewell Dinner.
D14
Istanbul
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Your incredible journey into antiquity concludes as we bid farewell to Istanbul.
Note: Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.
Meeting & Transfer Info
What’s Included
Includes
An expert Tour Guide and professional Driver
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Luxury air-conditioned coach
Ferry across the Dardanelles from Eceabat to Canakkale
Flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul
Optional Experiences and free time
Excludes
Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure location
Personal expenses including hotel room services and meals, though meals arranged by the tour guide can be paid for as an option
Entry fees and optional tours (Prices vary seasonally; only the ticket booth / box office price is final)
Special Notes
Cancellation policy:
* 10 days or more before departure: 5% of the total tour fee;
* 0 - 9 Days prior to Departure Date: 100% of the total tour fee.
The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service. This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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Pricing Info
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Price for child applies when a child of 3-6 stays as the third people in one standard hotel room.
* Infant: 0-2
* Minimum 2 pax reservation.
Booking Info
Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.
Terms & Conditions
Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
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