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Explore Turkey’s grandeur on a 10-day tour from Istanbul, featuring Konya’s mystique, Cappadocia’s wonders, a flight to Antalya’s beauty, the thermal marvels of Pamukkale, Ephesus’s ancient ruins, Pergamon’s rich history, and the legendary sites of Gallipoli and Troy. Dive into the heart of Turkey’s heritage. Join us on this unforgettable journey!
You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul around 4:00 AM and transferred to the domestic airport for your flight to Konya, scheduled between 6:00 – 8:00 am. Upon arrival at Konya airport, you will be picked up and escorted to the city to meet your professional tour guide and commence your half-day tour of Konya.
The tour starts at the Mevlana Museum, where the tomb of Rumi, a significant pilgrimage site, is located. Next, you will visit the Sultan Selim Mosque. Following the mosque visit, enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant.
Your journey continues along Mevlana Caddesi towards Alaettin Hill, notable for the Alaaddin Mosque. This mosque, over a thousand years old, was frequented by Rumi and houses the tombs of Seljuk sultans who sought Rumi’s spiritual guidance.
As you descend from Alaettin Hill, you’ll glimpse the remnants of the Seljuk sultan’s palace before admiring the intricate portal of the Great Karatay Medrese. The tour culminates at the Mosque and Tomb of Shams-i Tabrizi, Rumi’s closest companion and spiritual mentor.
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to the Konya bus station to catch the intercity coach to Cappadocia, a journey of approximately 4 hours. Upon your arrival at Goreme, Cappadocia, our representatives will greet you at the bus station and facilitate your transfer to the hotel.
For an additional option, you can book an early morning hot air balloon ride and enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the valleys. Please be aware that this activity comes at an extra cost.
After breakfast around 9:30 am, you will be picked up from your hotel to join the full-day tour of North Cappadocia. Your tour will start with a visit to the Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy chimneys. Next, you will visit the Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley) to see the mushroom-shaped pinnacles. After this visit, you will drive to the city of Avanos. After lunch, you will visit the Zelve Open Air Museum in Cappadocia. The museum features a series of carved caves and ancient churches, providing a glimpse into the region’s monastic history. Finally, towards the end of the day tour before returning to your hotel, you will have around 15 minutes to take panoramic pictures of the natural castles of Uchisar. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel around 4:00 pm. You will have the rest of the day free to relax, explore the city on your own, or take part in any optional activities that are offered.
After breakfast at the hotel around 9:30 am you will be picked up and met by your tour guide to begin your full-day tour of South Cappadocia. Your tour guide will brief you on the day’s activities. Your tour will begin with a visit to the Red Valley where you will be able to explore the famous rock-cut churches and hike approximately 5 km through the Rose Valley (Gulludere Vadisi). Next, you will visit Cavusin Village which is famous for its houses and churches of Christian Clergymen. We will take a break for lunch around noon. After lunch, you will drive to the Pigeon Valley (Guvercinlik Vadisi). In the afternoon you will visit the Kaymakli Underground City or Ozkonak Underground City where early Christians lived.
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to either Kayseri or Nevşehir airport for a late evening flight to Antalya, with a connection in Istanbul. You are expected to arrive at Antalya airport around 1:15 AM, where a representative will meet you, displaying a sign with your name. From there, you will proceed to your Antalya hotel for check-in.
Breakfast at the hotel. You will be picked up from your hotel around 8.00 am. First place you will visit is Perge, which was originally settled by the Hittites around 1500 BC and was one of the largest ancient cities in the Pamphylia region. Then you will depart for the Aspendos Ancient Theatre. This incredibly well preserved ancient theatre was built in the 2nd century A.D., it has a capacity of 15,000 people and it is still being used for festivals and music concerts.
We will have a lunch break at a restaurant on a nearby river then depart for Side (pronounced Seeday). Side is one of the best classical ancient cities in Turkey, it was a port city that served the largest slave market in this region. During Roman times much construction took place in Side including a large theatre, Roman Baths, and the Temple of Apollo.
Guests will have 1 hour of free time here to enjoy the sea and the city. You will stop at the Manavgat Waterfall on the way back, then drive back to Antalya where you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Today is your free day to relax and explore Antalya at your leisure, with an overnight stay planned in the city. You have the freedom to roam the historic old town, engage in shopping, or visit the beach among other activities.
After breakfast in the morning, you will be transferred to Antalya’s main bus station. From here you will board the intercity day coach to Pamukkale (duration 5 hours). On your arrival at the Pamukkale bus station, you will be picked up and transferred to the hotel in Pamukkale. The rest of the day is on your own to explore Pamukkale.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel. You will be picked up around 10:30 am to begin your tour. The first stop is the ancient city of Hierapolis, where you’ll explore key landmarks such as the Temple of Apollo, the Theater, the Necropolis, and the Roman Baths, where St. Philip was martyred.
After exploring these historical sites, you will enjoy a lunch break. In the afternoon, travel to Karahayit, known for its red water and healing thermal springs.
Next, you’ll visit the famous Cotton Cliffs, also known as Cotton Castle, in Pamukkale. You will have 1 hour of free time to explore the terraces and enjoy the breathtaking views. Additionally, you will have the option to swim in the Cleopatra Antique Pools for an extra fee.
At around 4:00 pm, you will depart for Kusadasi (approximately 3 hours). Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.
After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel around 8:30 am and be picked up to meet your group and tour guide. You’ll then begin a full-day tour of Ephesus, one of the most remarkable ancient cities of the Greek world. As you walk through its fascinating ruins, you’ll discover key landmarks, including the elegant Temple of Hadrian, the grand Great Theatre, the beautifully preserved Curetes Street, and the magnificent Trajan Fountain, a monument dedicated to Emperor Trajan.
Following a delicious lunch at a traditional Turkish restaurant, the tour continues with a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, a sacred site believed to be where she spent her final days. From there, you’ll stop by the remnants of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, where traces of its former magnificence still remain. The final stop of the day will be the striking Isa Bey Mosque, a stunning example of Seljuk architecture, blending history and beauty.
After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel around 4:00 pm. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore the area at your leisure.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel. Around 10:30 am, you will be picked up for the transfer to Pergamon. At 11:00 am, an additional pick-up will be made in Selçuk, and you will proceed to Bergama. Upon arrival at 1:00 pm, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before starting your guided tour at 1:45 pm.
The tour begins with a visit to the Acropolis of Pergamon, an ancient city that once stood as a major power in the classical world. The Acropolis boasts breathtaking ruins and incredible views of the surrounding area. You will explore the Temple of Athena and the Temple of Trajan, both showcasing remarkable Greco-Roman architecture.
You will then visit the Altar of Zeus, famously referred to as the “Throne of Satan,” with its original structure now housed in the Berlin Museum. The tour continues to the Hellenistic Theater, a steeply constructed marvel with a seating capacity of 10,000 that offers stunning views. You will also see the Great Library, which once rivaled the Library of Alexandria and housed over 200,000 volumes.
Other notable stops include the Temple of Dionysus, dedicated to the god of wine and festivity, the Gymnasium situated on terraces, and the Lower Agora, an important commercial center in ancient Pergamon where trade and social interactions thrived.
After the tour, at approximately 6:00 pm, you will depart for Çanakkale. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy a restful evening.
After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel in Canakkale and be picked up around 8:30 am. The day begins with the Troy Tour, where you’ll visit key historical sites including the iconic Trojan Horse, the Sacrificial Altars, 3700-year-old city walls, Houses of Troy I, the Bouleuterion (Senate Building), and the Odeon (Concert Hall). You will also explore the ruins from Troy I through Troy IX.
After concluding the Troy Tour around 11:30 am, you will be transferred to Eceabat, where you’ll have some free time before lunch at a local restaurant.
Following lunch, the Gallipoli Tour will begin. This portion of the day includes visits to important World War I sites such as Brighton Beach, Beach Cemetery at ANZAC Cove, the Respect to Mehmetcik Statue, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Johnston’s Jolly (featuring original Allied and Turkish trenches), The Nek, Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial, and the Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery.
The tour ends at approximately 4:30 pm. You will depart for Istanbul at around 6:00 pm. Upon arrival in Istanbul around 11:00 pm, you will be transferred to your hotel. END OF OUR SERVICE and TOURS.
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