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From the legends of Troy to ancient Greek cities, on this in-depth voyage through Turkey you will visit the sites where history happened. See the fairy-tale landscape of Cappadocia and famous Pamukkale Hot Springs. Taste traditional Turkish cuisine and shop at Istanbul’s historic Grand Bazaar.
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12 Days, 10 Nights: Izmir, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya, Cappadocia, Ankara, Istanbul
🚩 Small Group Tours
📣 Private Tour Upgrade from $720
INCLUSIONS
TRIP OVERVIEW (*UNESCO World Heritage Sites)
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Ancient City of Ephesus*
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Isabey Mosque
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Basilica of St. John
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Selcuk Castle
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Pamukkale Hot Springs*
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Hierapolis Ancient City*
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Old City of Antalya
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Antalya Beaches
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Ancient Perge (Roman Baths, the Agora, Colonnaded Street, Nympharum and the stadium)
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Aspendos Ancient Theatre
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Ancient City of Side
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Konya Mevlana Museum
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Whirling Dervishes
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Hot Air Balloon Ride (Add-On)
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Devrent Valley
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Love Valley
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Goreme & Rock Sites of Cappadocia*
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Uchisar Castle
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Subterranean Cities (Kaymakli or Derinkuyu)
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Cavusin Valley
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Avanos
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Ankara City Tour
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Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
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Istanbul City Tour
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Historic Areas of Istanbul*
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Hagia Sophia
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Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)
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Hippodrome (Sultanahmet Square)
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Grand Bazaar
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Süleymaniye Mosque
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Spice Bazaar
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS TOUR
ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES & ARCHITECTURE
Turkey has a remarkable number of archaeological sites spread out all over the country from many past empires and civilizations. From ancient Ruins of Ephesus, The Roman Baths in Perge to Istanbul’s grand palaces and mosques.
STRIKING LANDSCAPS
The natural beauty of Turkey includes Pamukkale Hot Springs, underground cities of Cappadocia and the Bosphorus strait dividing the European and Asian halves of Istanbul.
GREAT CUISINE & SPICES SHOPPING
With such incredible food, it’s no wonder Turkey has lots of food shopping opportunities from neighborhood open-air markets to the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar. Taste juicy kebabs, baklavas, fresh seafood and local wine from Cappadocia.
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12 Days & 10 Nights
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Major N. America Airport - Izmir (ADB), Turkey
Depart from your North America airport to fly to Iznir. Night on board the aircraft.
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Arrive Izmir
Upon arrival into Izmir, you'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi. The rest of the day is free.
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Kusadasi | Ancient Ephesus
After breakfast proceed to Ephesus to visit the ancient Ruins of Ephesus, House of the Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Later we enjoy a panoramic tour of Isabey Mosque, Basilica of St. John and Selcuk Castle. You will also see traditional Turkish handicrafts.
Breakfast
CELSUS LIBRARY, EPHESUS ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM
AMPHITHEATER, EPHESUS
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Kusadasi – Pamukkale Hot Springs, Hierapolis Ancient City
After breakfast, check-out and travel to Pamukkale (around 3.5 hours).
- Breakfast
Dinner
PAMUKKALE HOT SPRINGS
PAMUKKALE CALCIUM TERRACES
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Pamukkale - Antalya | Antalya Old City
After breakfast check-out, drive to Antalya City (4 hours). Explore the Old City of Antalya and spend time at the crystal white beaches.
- Breakfast
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Antalya | Ancient Perge, Aspendos & Side
Excursion to Perge, one of the largest ancient cities in the Pamphylia region. Perge was the capital of Pamphylia. Visit the Roman Baths, the Agora, Colonnaded Street, Nympharum and the stadium. Then we depart for the Aspendos Ancient Theatre. This incredibly well-preserved ancient theatre was built in the 2nd century A.D. and has the capacity for 15,000 people. It is still being used for festivals and music concerts now.
- Breakfast Dinner
COLISEUM, PERGE
RUINS, PERGE
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Antalya - Cappadocia | Konya City Tour & Whirling Dervishes
After breakfast, check-out and drive to Cappadocia via Konya (about 7 hours). Enroute stop at Konya to explore famous local foods and visit Konya Mevlana Museum and school of whirling dervishes. Continue to Cappadocia and check-in the hotel.
- Breakfast Dinner
WHIRLING DERVISHES, KONYA
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Cappadocia | Fairy Chimneys & Moonscape
This morning, enjoy an optional add-on hot air balloon excursion over Cappadocia (weather permitting). A private transfer to the launch site where you'll join fellow adventure seekers. Your balloon glides over the sublime hills and valleys of Cappadocia giving a true sense of the region’s fairytale terrain.
- Breakfast Dinner
CAPPADOCIA BALLOON RIDE
An amazing sight of numerous hot air balloons bobbing and flowing above valleys and volcanic “fairy chimneys”.
UCHISAR CASTLE
This tall volcanic-rock outcrop is one of Cappadocia's most prominent landmarks and visible for miles around.
CAVES IN CAPPADOCIA
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Cappadocia - Ankara
After breakfast, check-out.
- Breakfast Dinner
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Ankara – Istanbul | Istanbul City Tour
Check-out and transfer to the airport to board the flight for Istanbul.
- Breakfast
BLUE MOSQUE
HAGIA SOPHIA MOSQUE
HAGIA SOPHIA MOSQUE INTERIOR
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Istanbul | Cultural Immersion
Experience the lively Grand Bazaar; one of the oldest covered markets in the world. Stroll through the vibrant lanes dotted with over 4000 shops and expose your senses to this melting pot of colors, sounds, and scents. Watch skillful local artisans and craftsmen work on their masterpieces and try out your bargaining skills.
- Breakfast
SULEYMANIYE MOSQUE
An Ottoman imperial mosque since the 16th century.
GRAND BAZAAR
A must see, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world.
BOSPHORUS STRAIT
Cruise through the natural waterway dividing the Asian and European halves of Istanbul.
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Depart Istanbul
After breakfast, transfer to the Istanbul airport for your flight home.
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Hotels
We carefully handpick our hotels to ensure they provide you with the best comfort and experience. For Private Tours, you may request a specific hotel as one of the customizable options.
| Destination | Premium Class | Luxury Class |
| Kusadasi | Derici Hotel | Ramada Resort & Suite Hotel |
| Pamukkale | Hierapark Hotel | Adempira Thermal Hotel |
| Antalya | Afloon Loft City Hotel | The Marmara Hotel |
| Cappadocia | Tassaray Hotel | By Cappadocia Hotel |
| Ankara | Park Inn Hotel | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel |
| Istanbul | Ramada Hotel | DoubleTree by Hilton Piyalepasa |
Accommodation Classification
- COMFORT ⭐⭐⭐- 3-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- PREMIUM ⭐⭐⭐⭐- 4-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- LUXURY ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐- 5-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
Hotel Check-in and Check-out
Hotel check-in time is generally 4 pm or later. Check-out time is around 11 am. Hotels usually allow early arrivals and late departures to store your luggage in their luggage room for a few hours.
Pre-Tour Hotel Add-on and Post-Tour Hotel Add-on
Depending on your flight arrival and departure times we may suggest you consider a pre-tour hotel night and/or post-tour hotel night during booking. The additional night allows you to be well rested before your tour or your flight home.
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📣 Special Offer 10% Discount Ends December 7, Tuesday. Tours must be Completed by August 31, 2022. Discount Applies during Booking.
Available in Small Group Tours ᐅ and Private Tours ᐅ
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Premium Small Group (Land Only)
| Year | Tour Dates Start Wednesday -End Sunday | Premium Hotel |
| 2022 | Jan 19 – Jan 30 | $2,232 $2,480 + Air |
| 2022 | Feb 16 – Feb 27 | $2,232 $2,480 + Air |
| 2022 | Mar 16 – Mar 27 | $2,232 $2,480 + Air |
| 2022 | Apr 13 – Apr 24 | $3,056 $3,395 + Air |
| 2022 | May 11 – May 22 | $3,056 $3,395 + Air |
| 2022 | Jun 8 – Jun 19 | $3,056 $3,395 + Air |
| 2022 | Jul 13- Jul 24 | $3,056 $3,395 + Air |
| 2022 | Aug 10 – Aug 21 | $3,056 $3,395 + Air |
| 2022 | Sep 14 – Sep 25 | $3,056 $3,395 + Air |
| 2022 | Oct 12 – Oct 23 | $3,056 $3,395 + Air |
Small Group Tour Price Details
- ‣ Required add-on: domestic airfare Ankara-Istanbul. Indicative fare from $75, actual price available at tour booking.
- ‣ Prices are in USD and are inclusive of all applicable taxes but do not include airfare.
- ‣ Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Special rate for single travelers is available on request - please inquire.
- ‣ This tour operates with a minimum of 4 and maximum of 12 guests
- ‣ Tour departure confirmation 70 days prior to departure
Private Tours (Land Only. Choose Your Dates)
| Year | Tour Dates | Premium | Luxury |
| 2021 | Nov 1 to Dec 15 | $2,948 $3,275 + Air | $4,316 $4,795 + Air |
| 2021 | Dec 16 to Dec 31 20 | Please Call | Please Call |
| 2022 | Jan 1 to Jan 15 | Please Call | Please Call |
| 2022 | Jan 15 to Mar 31 | $2,948 $3,275 + Air | $4,316 $4,795 + Air |
| 2022 | Apr 1 to Oct 31 | $3,362 $3,735 + Air | $5,238 $5820 + Air |
| 2022 | Nov 1 to Dec 31 | Please Call | Please Call |
Private Tour Price Details
- ‣ Required add-on: domestic airfare Ankara-Istanbul. Indicative fare from $75, actual price available at tour booking.
- ‣ Daily departures.
- ‣ Prices are in USD and are inclusive of all applicable taxes but do not include airfare.
- ‣ Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Special rates for single travelers or larger groups are available on request - please inquire.
- ‣ Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply during applicable major holidays. 2021 blackout dates: Dec 16-31 and major holidays. 2022 blackout dates: Jan 1-10, April 16-24, Dec 16-31 and major holidays.
- ‣ Note that tour prices vary according to season. If your tour straddles two seasons then each portion will be priced according to that season.
Flight Add-On
- ‣ We work with all major airlines for the best routes and competitive pricing.
- ‣ The nearest arrival airport is Izmir (Adnan Menderes Airport).
- ‣ The nearest departure airport is IST (Istanbul Airport).
- ‣ Contact us for more detail and pricing.
Inclusions
- ‣ Private Airport Transfers
- ‣ Hotel Accommodations
- ‣ Daily Breakfasts and Selected Meals (See tour plan for details)
- ‣ English-speaking Local Guide
- ‣ Entrance Fees to Monuments & Attractions per Itinerary
Exclusions
- ‣ Air Fare
- ‣ Travel Insurance
- ‣ Medical Expenses
- ‣ Visa Fee
- ‣ Gratuity
- ‣ Personal Expenses
Deposit
- ‣ A deposit of $300 per person is required upon booking and full payment to be made 60 days prior to departure date.
- ‣ Monthly installment plan is available - please inquire.
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Optional Add-Ons
- ‣ Cappadocia Hot-Air Balloon
- ‣ Pre-tour hotel night
- ‣ Post-tour hotel night
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