14-Day Tours of Turkey from Istanbul (Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamum, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya, Cappadocia)
Day 1
Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Note: If your flight is from/to Sabiha Gökçen Airport, there is an extra charge of 30 Euros per car, one way.
Day 2 – Byzantine and Ottoman Relics Tour
Breakfast and Lunch Included
Pick-up from your hotel at 08:30 to visit Hagia Sophia, a church built in the 5th century, once the largest in the world. Next, visit the Sultanahmet Mosque (Blue Mosque) renowned for its stunning blue İznik tiles. Then, visit the ancient Roman Hippodrome. After lunch in the Old City, visit the Topkapi Palace, the residence of Ottoman sultans for over 400 years, and the Süleymaniye Mosque. The tour finishes around 17:00, and transfer back to the hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 – Bosphorus Cruise & Two Continents Tour
Breakfast and Lunch Included
Pick-up from your hotel at 08:30 to visit the Spice Bazaar, followed by a boat cruise through the Bosphorus, dividing Europe and Asia. After a lunch break, visit Dolmabahce Palace, the last residence of the sultans. Cross the Intercontinental Bosphorus Bridge to visit Çamlıca Hill, the highest point in Istanbul, for panoramic views and photos. The tour finishes around 17:00, and transfer back to the hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 4 – Gallipoli Tour
Lunch and Dinner Included
Pick-up from your hotel at 06:30 and drive to Gallipoli (5 hours from Istanbul). The tour includes visits to: Kabatepe Museum (with relics from the campaign), Brighton Beach (intended landing site), Beach Cemetery in Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Johnston’s Jolly (Allied and Turkish trenches and tunnels), The Nek, and Chunuk Bair (New Zealand Memorial). Overnight in Çanakkale.
Day 5 – Troy and Pergamum Tour
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
Pick-up from your hotel at 08:30 to visit the ancient city of Troy, famous for the legendary Trojan Horse. Afterward, visit the ancient city of Pergamon. Explore the Red Court, Asclepion (a world-renowned medical center), and the impressive remains of the Acropolis. After the tour, drive to Kuşadası and overnight stay.
Day 6 – Ephesus Tour
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
The tour starts with a visit to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Then, explore the well-preserved ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus, including the Celsius Library, Agora, Theater, Odeon, Trajan Fountain, and Roman Latrines. After a lunch break, visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she is believed to have spent her final days. Overnight in Kuşadası.
Day 7 – Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour
Breakfast and Lunch Included
Pick-up from your hotel at 08:00 and drive to Pamukkale. Visit Pamukkale and the ancient city of Hierapolis, including the Temple of Apollo, the Theater, the Necropolis, and the site where Saint Philip was martyred. Finally, explore the calcium terraces and pools of Pamukkale. Overnight in Pamukkale.
Day 8 – Pamukkale to Antalya
Breakfast Included
Free day and transfer to Antalya by non-smoking, fully air-conditioned bus (Duration: 4 hours). Overnight in Antalya.
Day 9 – Antalya Tour
Breakfast and Lunch Included
Pick-up from your hotel at 08:15 to visit the ancient city of Perge, including the Stadium, Roman Gate, Agora, and Colonnaded Street. Lunch is by the Köprüçay River. In the afternoon, visit Aspendos Theater and the Historical Aqueducts. Afterward, visit Side and enjoy some free time. Overnight in Antalya.
Day 10 – Antalya
Breakfast Included
Free day in Antalya. You can enjoy swimming for the whole day if you wish.
Optional: You can join the Kekova – Demre – Myra Tour with swimming. Please ask for details.
At 19:00, transfer to the bus station and take a non-smoking, fully air-conditioned bus to Cappadocia at 20:00 (Duration: 10 hours).
Day 11 – Cappadocia Tour 1
Lunch Included
Arrival in Cappadocia and short time to freshen up at the hotel before starting the tour. Visit Devrent Valley to see unique fairy chimneys, then head to Paşabağ (Monk’s Valley) to see interesting mushroom-shaped rock formations. Drive to Avanos for lunch. In the afternoon, visit the open-air museum in Göreme and the ancient rock-cut churches and Christian settlements. End the day with a visit to Uchisar Castle. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 12 – Cappadocia Tour 2
Breakfast and Lunch Included
Visit Red Valley and hike through the Rose Valley (Güllüdere), exploring the rock-cut churches along the way. Visit Çavuşin Village, famous for the churches of Christian clergy. Afterward, head to Pigeon Valley for lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Kaymaklı Underground City, where early Christians lived in fear and faith. The tour ends with a visit to Ortahisar Castle.
At 21:00, take an overnight bus to Istanbul (Duration: 11 hours).
Day 13 – Istanbul
Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to Sultanahmet for a free day. Check-in at the hotel and enjoy free time. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 14 – End of Tour
Breakfast Included
After breakfast, check out from your hotel (before 12:00). Transfer to Istanbul Airport according to your flight details. End of the tour and services.
