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Overview
Discover the cultural and natural treasures of Turkey on the 8-Day Wonders of Turkey: Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya & Cappadocia tour. This immersive journey takes you from historic battlefields and ancient ruins to surreal landscapes and coastal cities. Ideal for history enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike, this tour blends mythology, archaeology, and scenic beauty in one unforgettable itinerary. Explore iconic sites while traveling comfortably across Turkey’s diverse regions. Book your Turkey cultural tour today and experience the wonders of a land where history and nature converge!
Highlights:
- Walk the battlefields of Gallipoli, steeped in WWI history
- Explore the legendary ruins of Troy and Pergamon
- Visit Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities
- Marvel at the white travertine terraces of Pamukkale
- Discover the fairy chimneys and cave dwellings of Cappadocia
Route: Canakkale (1 night) → Kusadasi (2 nights) → Antalya (2 nights) → Cappadocia (2 nights) → Istanbul · Day trips: Gallipoli, Pergamon, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Side
Day-by-Day Itinerary
You will be picked up early in the morning from your hotel. If you are staying in the Taksim area, pick-up will be between 06:00 – 06:15; for those in the Sultanahmet area, it will be between 06:30 – 07:00. After pick-up, you will depart for Eceabat in a comfortable, non-smoking, air-conditioned minibus.
You will arrive in Eceabat around 11:20 AM and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. At 12:30 PM, you will begin a fully guided Gallipoli Tour, exploring the key sites of the Gallipoli Campaign. You will visit Brighton Beach, Beach Cemetery, ANZAC Cove, Ari Burnu Cemetery, ANZAC Commemorative Site, Respect to Mehmetçik Statue, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Johnston’s Jolly (with preserved Turkish and Allied trenches and tunnels), the 57th Infantry Regiment Turkish Cemetery, The Nek, and the Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial.
At the end of the tour around 4:30 PM, you will be transferred to your hotel in Çanakkale for check-in and overnight stay.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Canakkale: Grand Anzac Hotel, Helen Hotel, or Akol Hotel.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel around 08:30 AM for a fully guided Troy and Pergamon Tour.
The day begins with a visit to the Trojan Horse, followed by the Sacrificial Altars and the 3,700-year-old city walls. You will explore the Houses of Troy I (3000 B.C. – 2500 B.C.), the Bouleuterion (Senate Building), and the Odeon (Concert Hall). The remains of multiple settlement layers from Troy I through Troy IX will also be included in your visit.
After concluding the Troy tour around 10:30 AM, you will depart for Bergama. Upon arrival at 1:30 PM, enjoy lunch before beginning the fully guided Pergamon Acropolis Tour.
In Pergamon, you will visit the Acropolis, the Great Library which once held over 200,000 scrolls, the Temple of Athena, the Temple of Trajan, and the renowned Altar of Zeus. You’ll also see the Gymnasium built on terraces, the Lower Agora, the Theater of Pergamon with a capacity of 10,000, and the Temple of Dionysus.
After the tour ends around 5:30 PM, you will depart for Selçuk, arriving at 8:00 PM, and continue to Kuşadası, arriving by 8:30 PM. Upon arrival, you will check in to your hotel for the night. Overnight in Kuşadası.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Kusadasi: Efe Boutique Hotel, Derici Hotel, Neopol Hotel Deluxe, or Marina Hotel.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up around 08:30 AM and meet your tour guide to begin a full-day tour of Ephesus, one of the most important and well-preserved ancient cities from the Greek and Roman eras. During your visit, you will explore architectural highlights including the Temple of Hadrian, the magnificent Great Theater, and the elaborately decorated Trajan Fountain, dedicated to the Roman Emperor Trajan.
Following a delicious lunch, your tour continues to the House of the Virgin Mary, a sacred Christian pilgrimage site believed to be the final home of Mary. You will also visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, where only fragments of its former glory remain.
The final stop of the day is the Isa Bey Mosque, a beautiful example of Seljuk architecture dating back to the 14th century.
After the tour concludes around 4:30 PM, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kuşadası. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore the town at your leisure. Overnight in Kuşadası.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Kusadasi: Efe Boutique Hotel, Derici Hotel, Neopol Hotel Deluxe, or Marina Hotel.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast around 7:30 AM, you will check out from your hotel in Kuşadası and be picked up for transfer to the meeting point in Selçuk, where the group will gather. From there, you will depart at approximately 8:30 AM for the scenic journey to Pamukkale, which takes about 3 hours. A short 10-minute restroom break will be made en route. You will arrive in Pamukkale around 11:45 AM, and lunch will be served upon arrival.
At around 1:00 PM, you will begin your guided tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis with a licensed professional guide. Highlights include the surreal Cotton Cliffs, formed by mineral-rich thermal waters, and the ancient city of Hierapolis, where you will visit the Roman Baths and the impressive Pamukkale Theatre, showcasing fine examples of Roman architecture.
After the tour, you will have some free time to explore independently. You may also opt to take a relaxing dip in the Pamukkale Antique Pools (entrance fee not included), believed to have therapeutic qualities.
Around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to Denizli bus station, where you will board an intercity coach to Antalya (approx. 5-hour journey). Upon arrival in Antalya, a representative will meet you at the bus terminal and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Antalya.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Antalya: 1207 Boutique Hotel, Kosa Boutique Hotel, or Alp Pasa Boutique.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up around 08:00 AM to begin a full-day guided tour exploring Antalya’s most iconic ancient ruins and scenic natural spots.
The first stop is Perge, once a major city of ancient Pamphylia, known for its well-preserved Roman baths, agora, and stadium. Then, you’ll continue to the Aspendos Ancient Theatre, one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the world, with a capacity of 15,000 and still used for live performances today.
Following your visit, enjoy a lunch break by a peaceful riverside restaurant. Afterward, you’ll visit Side, a historic coastal town featuring a spectacular blend of ancient architecture and seaside charm. Highlights here include the Roman theater, ancient baths, and the Temple of Apollo overlooking the sea.
You will then enjoy 1 hour of free time to explore Side at your own pace or take in the views along the coast. On the way back to Antalya, the tour includes a stop at the beautiful Manavgat Waterfall, famous for its wide cascade and tranquil surroundings.
At the end of the day, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Antalya.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Antalya: 1207 Boutique Hotel, Kosa Boutique Hotel, or Alp Pasa Boutique.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel in Antalya and be transferred to Antalya Airport for your domestic flight to either Kayseri or Nevşehir, via Istanbul. Depending on flight availability, this may be a morning or early afternoon departure.
Upon arrival at the airport in Cappadocia, you will be met by our local representative and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, the remainder of the day is free for you to relax or explore the area at your own pace. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Cappadocia: Heaven Cave House, Dedeli Konak Cave Hotel, or Zula Cave House.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
For an unforgettable start to the day, you may choose to book a Hot Air Balloon Ride in the early morning to enjoy panoramic views over Cappadocia’s surreal landscape. Please note this activity is optional and available at an additional cost.
After breakfast around 09:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel to begin a full-day North Cappadocia Tour. The tour begins with a visit to Devrent Valley, known for its imaginative rock formations and fairy chimneys shaped like animals and objects. Next, you’ll explore Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley), where striking mushroom-shaped pinnacles stand tall among the scenery.
You will then drive to the pottery town of Avanos, located along the Kızılırmak River, and stop for a traditional lunch. In the afternoon, you will visit the Zelve Open Air Museum, a former monastic complex showcasing cave dwellings, churches, and early Christian life in Cappadocia.
Before the tour concludes, you will pause for a photo stop to admire panoramic views of Uchisar Castle, the highest point in the region, offering a stunning backdrop for photography (interior access is not included).
The tour ends around 4:00 PM, after which you will be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Optional Activities (available at an additional cost):
– 2-hour ATV tour through the valleys
– 2-hour horseback riding tour
– 1-hour Whirling Dervish show
– 3-hour Turkish Night Show with Dinner, featuring folk dances and traditional cuisine
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Cappadocia: Heaven Cave House, Dedeli Konak Cave Hotel, or Zula Cave House.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast and check-out from your hotel, you will be picked up around 09:30 AM to begin your full-day South Cappadocia Tour.
Your first stop is the spectacular Red Valley, where you’ll visit rock-cut churches and enjoy a scenic 5 km hike through the neighboring Rose Valley (Güllüdere Vadisi), famous for its pink-toned rock formations and peaceful trails.
Next, you’ll visit Çavuşin Village, home to abandoned stone houses and cave churches once inhabited by Christian monks. Around midday, you’ll pause for lunch at a local restaurant and enjoy traditional Turkish cuisine.
After lunch, continue to Pigeon Valley, named for the thousands of dovecotes carved into the cliffs by local farmers. The final stop of the tour will be a visit to one of Cappadocia’s incredible underground cities — either the Kaymakli Underground City or Ozkonak Underground City, both used as shelters by early Christians.
The tour concludes around 4:00 PM, after which you’ll be transferred to Kayseri or Nevşehir Airport for your evening flight back to Istanbul. Flight departure times typically range between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM, with a flight duration of approximately 1.5 hours. End of Our Services.
Please note: Transfer from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to your hotel in Istanbul is not included in the tour price. However, you may select an optional airport transfer service during booking for an additional cost.
INCLUDED in the Tour Price:
- Pick-up from city center hotels & transfer to Istanbul Airport (only for hotels on the European side).
- Domestic flight tickets (Antalya to Kayseri & Kayseri to Istanbul) as per the itinerary.
- Intercity bus ticket from Pamukkale to Antalya.
- 1 night in Çanakkale at a 3-star hotel, including breakfast.
- 2 nights in Kusadasi at a 4-star hotel, including breakfast.
- 2 nights in Antalya at a boutique hotel, including breakfast.
- 2 nights in Cappadocia at a cave hotel, including breakfast.
- English-speaking guide during the tours.
- Meals as specified in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch).
- All entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Local taxes & service charges.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Drop-off transportation service from Istanbul New Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to your hotel upon returning to Istanbul.
- International flight tickets.
- Visa to enter Turkey.
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride.
- Optional tours mentioned in the itinerary (available at an additional cost).
- Services not specified in the itinerary.
- Dinners and all drinks.
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
Additional Information
- The order of the itinerary is indicative and subject to change, but all visits described will take place.
- This is a regular group tour, but if requested at cost can be provided as a private tour.
- The regular group tour has shopping stops included in the tour.
- Vegetarian lunch option available upon request.
- For 1 traveler: 1 Single Room Accommodation
- For 2 travelers: 1 Double/Twin Room Accommodation
- For 3 travelers: 1 Triple Room Accommodation
- For 4 travelers: 2 Double/Twin Rooms Accommodation
- For 5 travelers: 1 Double/Twin Room and 1 Triple Room Accommodation
Overall Trip Rating:
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Verified Purchase
By Michael. R. March 18, 2026 Turkey's Ancient Wonders Exceeded Every ExpectationI'll be honest — I almost canceled this trip. Work was hectic, the timing felt off, and I kept second-guessing whether eight days was enough to really see Turkey. I'm so glad I didn't back out.The moment we arrived at Gallipoli, something shifted. Standing on those shores, hearing our guide Bilal explain the human cost of those battles with such reverence, I felt genuinely moved. That set the tone for the entire week.Troy was fascinating but compact — we moved through efficiently and headed to Pergamon, which honestly caught me off guard. The Asclepion and the ancient theater perched on that hilltop were breathtaking. Ephesus delivered everything you'd expect and more. I spent nearly twenty minutes just sitting on the steps of the Library of Celsus, sketching it in my travel journal while other groups filed past.Pamukkale was surreal — walking barefoot on those white calcium terraces with warm water pooling around your ankles is something I'll never forget. Antalya gave us a welcome breather along the coast before Cappadocia closed things out spectacularly. The fairy chimneys at sunset looked like another planet entirely.Bilal was knowledgeable, patient, and had a dry humor that kept the bus laughing between stops. Logistics through One Nation Travel were seamless — hotels, transport, timing all well-coordinated. This tour is worth every dollar.Date of Experience: March 02, 2026
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View Featured Hotels (13)- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel for an additional cost, which is added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Hotels are subject to availability; alternatives of an equal standard may be provided.
