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9-Day Classical Turkey & Aegean Treasures Tour: Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Priene, Miletus & Didyma

9 Days
  • Istanbul
  • Istanbul
  • Group
  • English

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 Grand Mosque 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 Grand Mosque – 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

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  • Day
    1

    Arrival in Istanbul, Airport Transfer and Free Day

    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.

  • Day
    2

    Istanbul Byzantine and Ottoman Relics Tour

    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 Grand Mosque Grand Mosque, 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 Museum, 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.

  • Day
    3

    Bosphorus Cruise

    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.

  • Day
    4

    Gallipoli Tour – Stay overnight in Canakkale

    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 Monument, 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.

  • Day
    5

    Troy & Pergamon Tour

    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.

  • Day
    6

    Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour

    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.

  • Day
    7

    Ephesus Tour

    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 Ephesus Ancient Greek Theatre, 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.

  • Day
    8

    Priene, Miletus & Didyma Tour - Flight to Istanbul

    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.

  • Day
    9

    Departure from Istanbul – End of Tour Services

    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)

How can I make an online reservation?

After reviewing the detailed tour itinerary, you can make an online reservation by following these steps:

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.

How are room arrangements determined based on the number of travelers?

Our online booking system automatically assigns room configurations based on the total number of travelers in a single reservation to ensure comfort and the best possible rates.

Standard Room Allocations:

  • 1 Traveler: 1 Single Room
  • 2 Travelers: 1 Double or Twin Room
  • 3 Travelers: 1 Triple Room
  • 4 Travelers: 2 Double or Twin Rooms
  • 5 Travelers: 1 Double or Twin Room + 1 Triple Room

⚠️ Important – How to Book Separate Rooms: If you prefer to stay in separate rooms rather than the standard shared configuration, you must make separate reservations.

  • Example 1 (2 Travelers requiring 2 Single Rooms): Do not select “2 People” in one booking. Instead, make two separate reservations, selecting “1 Person” for each booking.
  • Example 2 (3 Travelers requiring 1 Double + 1 Single Room): Make one reservation for “2 People” (to secure the Double Room) and a second reservation for “1 Person” (to secure the Single Room).

If you have specific bedding requests within a shared room (e.g., requesting Twin beds instead of a French bed), please contact us immediately after booking.

How can we make payment?

The deposit or full-payment requirement, currency, balance due date and any disclosed payment-processing charge vary by booking and are stated on the current booking page and in the written confirmation before payment. Flight and bus tickets are issued only under the confirmed booking terms and, once issued, are non-refundable. If you need to cancel or change your travel dates, notify One Nation Travel at least 5 days before the tour starts. For requests received at least 5 days before the tour starts, the cost of all non-refundable flight and bus tickets will be deducted from your paid balance. For requests received less than 5 days before the tour starts, and for no-shows, the full amount paid is non-refundable.

When will I receive confirmation after making a reservation?

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.

Can I customize the tour itinerary?

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.

Is airport transfer included in the tour price?

Yes, airport transfers are included in the tour price. Upon your arrival and departure, we provide complimentary transfers between the airport and your hotel.

Can you swim in Pamukkale?

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.

What is the luggage allowance for domestic flights during the tour?

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.

What is the cancellation policy?

If you need to cancel or change your travel dates, notify One Nation Travel at least 5 days before the tour starts. For requests received at least 5 days before the tour starts, the cost of all non-refundable flight and bus tickets will be deducted from your paid balance. For requests received less than 5 days before the tour starts, and for no-shows, the full amount paid is non-refundable.

Will I travel with the same group and guide throughout the tour?

Our multi-day Turkey packages are regular group/shared tour arrangements, not fully escorted tours with one tour leader and the same guests from arrival to departure. Sightseeing tours are shared and usually operate with about 15-20 guests, but group size and participants may change by city or day as travelers join or leave different scheduled tours. Licensed English-speaking guides lead scheduled sightseeing visits only. Guides do not travel with guests on domestic flights, intercity buses, airport transfers, hotel transfers, or free-time periods unless this is specifically stated in the itinerary. For flights, buses, and transfers, guests are met by our driver or local representative at airports, bus terminals, or hotels and assisted with the planned transfer. One Nation Travel coordinates the full itinerary, hotels, domestic tickets, transfers, local guides, and support throughout the trip.

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