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Itinerary Overview
Experience the rich history of civilization on this 9-Day Classical Turkey & Aegean Treasures Tour. Your journey begins in Istanbul with visits to the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Travel to the emotional battlefields of Gallipoli before witnessing the legendary Trojan Horse and ancient Pergamon Acropolis. Relax at the white Cotton Cliffs of Pamukkale and walk the marble streets of Ephesus. A unique highlight includes exploring the ancient Ionian trio of Priene, Miletus, and Didyma. This Best Turkey Tour Package offers premium comfort with 4-star hotels, expert guides, and domestic flights. We ensure a seamless Guided Aegean Adventure with all logistics covered. Discover the ancient world on our 9 Days Turkey Tourr. Book your cultural journey today!
Trip Highlights
- Hagia Sophia – Byzantine masterpiece
- Blue Mosque – Ottoman architecture
- Gallipoli – WWI battlefields
- Trojan Horse – Legendary history
- Pergamon Acropolis – Ancient citadel
- Cotton Cliffs – Thermal pools
- House of Virgin Mary – Pilgrimage site
- Temple of Apollo – Ionic columns
- Priene – Ancient Ionian city
- Miletus – Great theater
- Didyma – Temple of Apollo
Detailed Itinerary
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) at your scheduled time, you will be met by our representative at the international arrivals exit, holding a sign with our agency code for identification. Following a brief meet-and-greet, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. You may choose to rest after your journey or explore the city independently. Overnight in Istanbul.
Alternatively, you can opt to join the Night Cruise on the Bosphorus with Dinner & Show at an additional cost. This experience offers a memorable evening on the Bosphorus, complete with entertainment and a delicious dinner.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below or Similar (Subject to Availability at the Time of Booking)
Your tour price includes accommodation in the following hotels or in similar category hotels, depending on availability at the time of booking.
Istanbul: Antea Hotel Oldcity OR Muyan Suites OR Deluxe Golden Horn Hotel
All hotels are carefully selected for their comfort, central location, and service quality to ensure a pleasant stay during your tour.
Hotel Options & Upgrade Policy
If you would like to make changes to your accommodation, the following options are available:
Option 1 – Hotel Upgrade
You may upgrade to a higher-category hotel for an additional cost. The upgrade fee will be added to the total tour price based on availability and travel dates.
Option 2 – Own Accommodation
If you prefer to arrange your own hotel, we can provide a revised tour price excluding accommodation. All other services included in the tour package will remain unchanged.
Please inform us of your preferred option at the time of booking so we can adjust the price accordingly.
If no changes are requested, the tour will be confirmed with the hotels listed above or similar alternatives.
After breakfast, around 8:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel to begin a full-day guided tour of Istanbul’s Byzantine and Ottoman treasures. The tour begins with a visit to the grand Hagia Sophia, a majestic structure that has served as a cathedral, a mosque, and now a museum, showcasing centuries of history from both Christian and Islamic cultures.
Next, you will visit the iconic Blue Mosque, renowned for its striking blue tiles and six towering minarets. This active place of worship is a hallmark of Ottoman architecture. From there, you’ll explore the Hippodrome, the center of Byzantine public life and the venue for chariot races and other grand events. Here, you’ll see notable monuments such as the Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpent Column, and German Fountain.
After visiting these historical landmarks, you’ll enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant, where you can savor traditional Turkish cuisine. Following lunch, the tour continues with a visit to the magnificent Topkapi Palace, the lavish residence of Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. Explore its vast courtyards, jewel-filled treasuries, and, optionally, the Harem, the private quarters of the sultan’s family.
The day concludes with a visit to the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. With over 4,000 shops, it offers an exciting experience with its array of spices, carpets, jewelry, ceramics, and more. At the end of the tour, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel around 5:00 PM. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore Istanbul further or relax at your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below or Similar (Subject to Availability at the Time of Booking)
Your tour price includes accommodation in the following hotels or in similar category hotels, depending on availability at the time of booking.
Istanbul: Antea Hotel Oldcity OR Muyan Suites OR Deluxe Golden Horn Hotel
All hotels are carefully selected for their comfort, central location, and service quality to ensure a pleasant stay during your tour.
Hotel Options & Upgrade Policy
If you would like to make changes to your accommodation, the following options are available:
Option 1 – Hotel Upgrade
You may upgrade to a higher-category hotel for an additional cost. The upgrade fee will be added to the total tour price based on availability and travel dates.
Option 2 – Own Accommodation
If you prefer to arrange your own hotel, we can provide a revised tour price excluding accommodation. All other services included in the tour package will remain unchanged.
Please inform us of your preferred option at the time of booking so we can adjust the price accordingly.
If no changes are requested, the tour will be confirmed with the hotels listed above or similar alternatives.
After breakfast at around 8:30 am, you will join the Half-day Morning Bosphorus Cruise. The tour will begin with a drive to the pier in Eminönü, where you’ll visit the historic Spice Market (Egyptian Bazaar). After a short exploration, you will board a shared boat for a cruise along the Bosphorus, the narrow strait that separates Europe and Asia, connecting the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara.
During the cruise, you’ll get spectacular views of Ottoman palaces such as Dolmabahçe Palace and Beylerbeyi Palace, the Bosphorus Bridge, ancient citadels, beautiful mansions, and the shorelines of both Europe and Asia.
After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel around 12:15 pm, where the rest of the day will be free for you to relax or explore on your own. Overnight in Istanbul.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below or Similar (Subject to Availability at the Time of Booking)
Your tour price includes accommodation in the following hotels or in similar category hotels, depending on availability at the time of booking.
Istanbul: Antea Hotel Oldcity OR Muyan Suites OR Deluxe Golden Horn Hotel
All hotels are carefully selected for their comfort, central location, and service quality to ensure a pleasant stay during your tour.
Hotel Options & Upgrade Policy
If you would like to make changes to your accommodation, the following options are available:
Option 1 – Hotel Upgrade
You may upgrade to a higher-category hotel for an additional cost. The upgrade fee will be added to the total tour price based on availability and travel dates.
Option 2 – Own Accommodation
If you prefer to arrange your own hotel, we can provide a revised tour price excluding accommodation. All other services included in the tour package will remain unchanged.
Please inform us of your preferred option at the time of booking so we can adjust the price accordingly.
If no changes are requested, the tour will be confirmed with the hotels listed above or similar alternatives.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up around 6:30 am for your departure to Eceabat. The drive takes approximately 5 hours. Upon arrival, lunch will be served before starting the tour.
At around 13:00, your fully guided Gallipoli Tour begins, visiting key sites that played significant roles during the Gallipoli campaign. These include Brighton Beach, Beach Cemetery, ANZAC Cove, Ariburnu Cemetery, the ANZAC Commemorative Site, and the Respect to Mehmetcik Statue. You will also visit the Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Johnston’s Jolly, where you can explore Turkish and Allied trenches and tunnels, the Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery, The Nek, and the Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial.
After the tour ends around 4:30 pm, you will be transferred to your hotel in Çanakkale for check-in and overnight. Overnight in Canakkale.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking)
Your tour price includes accommodation in the following hotels or in similar category hotels, depending on availability at the time of booking.
Çanakkale: Grand Anzac Hotel OR Helen Hotel OR Akol Hotel
All hotels are carefully selected for their comfort, location, and service quality to ensure a pleasant stay during your tour.
Hotel Options & Upgrade Policy
If you would like to make changes to your accommodation, the following options are available:
Option 1 – Hotel Upgrade
You may upgrade to a higher-category hotel for an additional cost. The upgrade fee will be added to the total tour price.
Option 2 – Own Accommodation
If you prefer to arrange your own accommodation, we can provide a revised tour price excluding hotel costs. All other services included in the tour package will remain unchanged.
Please let us know your preferred option at the time of booking so we can adjust the price accordingly.
If no changes are requested, you may proceed with the booking using the hotels included in the standard package at the quoted price.
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel around 8:30 AM for a fully guided Troy and Pergamon Tour.
The tour begins with a visit to the Trojan Horse, followed by stops at 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 various cities from Troy I through to Troy IX will also be part of the visit.
After concluding the Troy tour around 10:30 am, you will depart for Bergama. Upon arrival at 1:30 pm, lunch will be served before starting the fully guided Pergamon Acropolis tour.
In Pergamon, you will visit the ancient Pergamon Acropolis, Great Library, which once held 200,000 books, Temple of Athena, Temple of Trajan, and the famous Altar of Zeus, now located in Berlin. You will also see the Gymnasium situated on terraces, Lower Agora, Theater of Pergamon with a seating capacity of 10,000, and Temple of Dionysus.
After the tour ends around 5:30 PM, you will depart for Selçuk, arriving at 8:00 PM, and then continue to Kuşadası, arriving by 8:30 PM. Upon arrival, you will check in to your hotel. Overnight in Kuşadası.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking)
Your tour price includes accommodation in the following hotels or in similar category hotels, depending on availability at the time of booking.
Kuşadası: Efe Boutique Hotel OR Derici Hotel OR Neopol Hotel Deluxe OR Marina Hotel
All hotels are carefully selected for their comfort, location, and service quality to ensure a pleasant stay during your tour.
Hotel Options & Upgrade Policy
If you would like to make changes to your accommodation, the following options are available:
Option 1 – Hotel Upgrade
You may upgrade to a higher-category hotel for an additional cost. The upgrade fee will be added to the total tour price.
Option 2 – Own Accommodation
If you prefer to arrange your own accommodation, we can provide a revised tour price excluding hotel costs. All other services included in the tour package will remain unchanged.
Please let us know your preferred option at the time of booking so we can adjust the price accordingly.
If no changes are requested, you may proceed with the booking using the hotels included in the standard package at the quoted price.
After breakfast at around 7:30 AM, you will be picked up from your Kusadasi hotel and taken to the meeting point in Selcuk, where the full group will gather. Your Pamukkale tour will begin with an 8:30 AM departure from Selcuk, and the drive to Pamukkale will take approximately 3 hours. Along the way, there will be a 10-minute stop for a restroom break after 1.5 hours.
Upon arriving in Pamukkale at around 11:45 AM, you will first enjoy lunch. After lunch, at approximately 1:00 PM, your guided tour of Pamukkale and the Hierapolis area will commence, led by a professional licensed tour guide. In Pamukkale, you will witness the breathtaking Cotton Cliffs, a natural wonder formed by calcareous salt deposits.
You will also explore the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis, including its Cathedral, Theatre, and Roman Baths. At the end of the guided tour, you will have some free time to explore on your own. As an optional activity, you may choose to swim in the Pamukkale Antique Pools (at your own expense) during this free time. Your tour guide will provide details about the exact meeting point and time.
After the tour ends at around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kusadasi, arriving around 7:30 PM. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking)
Your tour price includes accommodation in the following hotels or in similar category hotels, depending on availability at the time of booking.
Kuşadası: Efe Boutique Hotel OR Derici Hotel OR Neopol Hotel Deluxe OR Marina Hotel
All hotels are carefully selected for their comfort, location, and service quality to ensure a pleasant stay during your tour.
Hotel Options & Upgrade Policy
If you would like to make changes to your accommodation, the following options are available:
Option 1 – Hotel Upgrade
You may upgrade to a higher-category hotel for an additional cost. The upgrade fee will be added to the total tour price.
Option 2 – Own Accommodation
If you prefer to arrange your own accommodation, we can provide a revised tour price excluding hotel costs. All other services included in the tour package will remain unchanged.
Please let us know your preferred option at the time of booking so we can adjust the price accordingly.
If no changes are requested, you may proceed with the booking using the hotels included in the standard package at the quoted price.
After breakfast, around 8:30 AM, you will be picked up and met by your tour guide to begin your full-day tour of Ephesus, the ancient Greek city that became an important cultural and commercial center of its time. Your visit includes key highlights such as the Temple of Hadrian, the Great Theater, and the Trajan Fountain.
After lunch, the tour continues with a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, where it is believed she spent her last years. Next, you will visit the historic site of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, allowing you to see the remains of this once-magnificent structure. Then, explore the beautiful Isabey Mosque, a fine example of Seljuk architecture.
After the tour, around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore at your leisure. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking)
Your tour price includes accommodation in the following hotels or in similar category hotels, depending on availability at the time of booking.
Kuşadası: Efe Boutique Hotel OR Derici Hotel OR Neopol Hotel Deluxe OR Marina Hotel
All hotels are carefully selected for their comfort, location, and service quality to ensure a pleasant stay during your tour.
Hotel Options & Upgrade Policy
If you would like to make changes to your accommodation, the following options are available:
Option 1 – Hotel Upgrade
You may upgrade to a higher-category hotel for an additional cost. The upgrade fee will be added to the total tour price.
Option 2 – Own Accommodation
If you prefer to arrange your own accommodation, we can provide a revised tour price excluding hotel costs. All other services included in the tour package will remain unchanged.
Please let us know your preferred option at the time of booking so we can adjust the price accordingly.
If no changes are requested, you may proceed with the booking using the hotels included in the standard package at the quoted price.
After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel and be picked up at around 8:30 AM to begin an exciting journey through the ancient wonders of Ionia. Your first visit will be to Priene Ancient City, once one of the most spectacular of all the ancient Ionian cities, known for its impressive Temple of Athena and beautifully preserved city layout.
Next, continue to Miletus Ancient City, a major ancient port city that was once the home of great philosophers such as Thales. Here, you’ll admire its grand theatre, Byzantine fortress, and well-preserved Roman baths. The final stop will be Didyma, where you will explore the majestic Temple of Apollo, the largest Ionic temple in the ancient world, and see the famous cracked Head of Medusa, an iconic symbol of ancient mythology.
At the end of the tour, around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to Izmir airport for your flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel for an overnight stay. Overnight in Istanbul.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below or Similar (Subject to Availability at the Time of Booking)
Your tour price includes accommodation in the following hotels or in similar category hotels, depending on availability at the time of booking.
Istanbul: Antea Hotel Oldcity OR Muyan Suites OR Deluxe Golden Horn Hotel
All hotels are carefully selected for their comfort, central location, and service quality to ensure a pleasant stay during your tour.
Hotel Options & Upgrade Policy
If you would like to make changes to your accommodation, the following options are available:
Option 1 – Hotel Upgrade
You may upgrade to a higher-category hotel for an additional cost. The upgrade fee will be added to the total tour price based on availability and travel dates.
Option 2 – Own Accommodation
If you prefer to arrange your own hotel, we can provide a revised tour price excluding accommodation. All other services included in the tour package will remain unchanged.
Please inform us of your preferred option at the time of booking so we can adjust the price accordingly.
If no changes are requested, the tour will be confirmed with the hotels listed above or similar alternatives.
After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Istanbul (hotel check-out is required before 12:00 noon). You will then be transferred to Istanbul International Airport according to your flight details. This marks the end of our tour and services.
INCLUDED in the Tour Price:
- Arrival and departure airport transfers and all ground transportation
- Domestic flight tickets (from Izmir to Istanbul) as per the itinerary.
- 4 nights in Istanbul at a 4 standard quality or Boutique hotel including breakfast
- 1 night in Canakkale at a 3-star hotel including breakfast
- 3 nights in Kusadasi at a 4-star hotel including breakfast
- English-speaking guide during the tours
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary: (B) breakfast, (L) lunch
- Entrance fees mentioned by the itinerary
- Local taxes and service charges
NOT INCLUDED:
- International Flight Tickets.
- Visa to enter Turkey.
- Optional tours mentioned in the program, they will be provided at an additional cost.
- Services not mentioned in the program.
- Dinner and Drinks.
- Travel insurance (recommended).
Important notes:
- 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 additional cost, it 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.
- Please note that the Blue Mosque is not open for visitation on Fridays as it is closed for religious prayer services. On tours operated on Fridays, you will only be able to visit the outside of the Blue Mosque area. No visitation inside the Blue Mosque is allowed for tourists on Fridays.
- Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays; it will be replaced with the Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı).
- Grand Bazaar is closed on Sunday.
- During religious holidays, the Spice Market and Grand Bazaar are closed.
- On flights luggage allowance is 15 kg per person for checked in luggage. For carry-on, you can take up to 8 kg per person. One carry-on is allowed per person.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
After reviewing the detailed tour itinerary, you can make an online reservation by following these steps:
- Select Your Tour Details:
- Go to the tour itinerary page.
- On the right side of the page, find the online booking form.
- Select the number of travelers and your desired tour start date.
- Choose Extra Options (Add-Ons):
- Proceed to the next step to view available add-ons.
- Choose any extra options you wish to include in your tour package.
- Provide Your Information & Passenger Details:
- Continue to the checkout page.
- Fill in the required personal details (name, email, phone number, etc.).
- Enter the passenger information using valid passport details.
- Click “Place Order” to submit the form and complete your reservation request.
- Enter Your Visa or MasterCard Credit Card Information
- Please enter a valid Visa or MasterCard to complete your booking.
- The credit card used for payment must belong to one of the travelers who will be participating in the tour. This is required for verification and security purposes.
- Once the required 30% deposit is charged to your credit card, your tour reservation will be confirmed via email within 24 hours.
- The remaining 70% balance must be paid in cash to our representative on the day you arrive in Istanbul. You will receive a receipt upon payment. If you prefer to pay the remaining balance by credit card, a 5% bank processing fee will be added to cover transaction costs.
Deposit Payment
- A 30% deposit is required for most tours in Turkey to guarantee your reservation.
- For some special tours, full payment may be requested at the time of booking.
- The 30% deposit is collected when booking online.
- Once the deposit is received, your reservation is confirmed and secured.
Remaining Balance Payment
- The remaining 70% balance is paid upon arrival in Istanbul to our company representative.
- You may pay the remaining balance in cash, in either Euros (EUR) or US Dollars (USD).
- If you choose to pay in USD, the amount will be calculated based on the Euro-to-USD exchange rate on the day of payment.
- Due to daily exchange rate fluctuations, the exact USD amount cannot be provided in advance.
- If you pay in Euros, no conversion is needed and the listed balance amount will apply directly.
Credit Card Payment Option
- Alternatively, the remaining balance can be paid using a Visa or MasterCard credit card.
- All credit card payments are processed in Euros (EUR) by One Nation Travel.
- If your card account is in another currency, your bank may charge a currency conversion fee.
- A 5% bank processing fee will also be added to credit card transactions for the remaining balance.
Once your online reservation is received and the specified 30% deposit is charged to your credit card, your domestic flight tickets will be confirmed. You will receive an email confirmation, including all the details, within 2-3 days.
Yes, the tour can be customized to fit your preferences. Please contact us in advance if you have specific requests or changes you’d like to make to the itinerary. Some changes may be subject to an additional fee.
Yes, airport transfers are included in the tour price. Upon your arrival and departure, we provide complimentary transfers between the airport and your hotel.
Yes, you can swim in the Pamukkale Antique Pools during your free time. This activity is optional and comes at an additional cost. The tour guide will provide you with the exact meeting point and time for rejoining the group afterward.
On domestic flights in Turkey, the luggage allowance is 15 kg (33 lbs) per person for checked baggage. For carry-on luggage, you are allowed one piece weighing up to 8 kg (17.6 lbs) per person. If your total luggage weight per person is within these limits, you should be fine.
Please note that any excess luggage weight over 15 kg for checked baggage will incur additional charges by the airlines. These extra charges are not included in the tour price and are your responsibility to pay directly to the airline at the time of check-in. We recommend packing accordingly to avoid any unexpected fees.
Your luggage is your own responsibility throughout the tour. Please ensure that you handle any issues related to overweight or excess baggage directly with the airlines.
If you need to cancel or change your travel dates, please notify us at least 5 days before the tour starts. In this case, the cost of all flight and bus tickets—which are non-refundable—will be deducted from your paid balance, and the remaining amount will be refunded to you. For cancellations or date changes made less than 5 days before the tour, the full amount paid will be considered non-refundable, as a “no-show” policy will apply.
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