12 days tour

Best Of Turkey By Land (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

$ 1,679 .50 USD

Total price per person

Reserve with $1,679.50

Best Of Turkey By Land (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

This tour includes:

Meals

11 breakfasts, 8 dinners

Others

From Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen Airport (on day 1) Services of experienced Travel Talk local guides licenced by the Ministry of Tourism Complimentary hotel and coach Wi-Fi ( where available )

Transport

Air-conditioned, modern coach or mini-bus.

Guide

Services of experienced Travel Talk local guides licenced by the Ministry of Tourism

Accommodation

5 and 4 star hotels

Hygieneprotocol

For any tour departing from February 1st, 2023, we wonโ€™t be requiring travelers to be vaccinated. However, we strongly recommend that all travelers and staff are vaccinated to protect other tour members as well as the communities visited. Some countries and airlines may still request travelers to be vaccinated, so please make sure to check travel and entry requirements thoroughly. 

Not included:

Optional

Please remember that the tour price and the local payment cover the services stated in the "Inclusions" section of this page and there are many other personal expenses which will occur during your journey. Optional Activities85 TLTurkish BathTraditional Turkish Bath is the perfect way to relax and get spotless clean through a unique experience in hundreds of years old baths.130 EuroHot Air BallooningWatching the sun rise over the charming, picturesque Cappadocia is a must do. Enjoy the sight of a lifetime over a unique landscape of the World.100 TLTraditional Turkish NightHold your seats for the special traditional show over a few drinks with your new friends.Entrance Fees Sultanahmet Mosque Free Topkapi Palace 40 TL Hagia Sophia Museum 40 TL Hippodrome Free Anzac Cove, Chunuk Bair, Lone Pine Memorials Free Troy 25 TL Asklepion 20 TL Ephesus 40 TL Pamukkale / Hierapolis 35 TL Goreme Open Air Museum 30 TL Underground City 25 TL Ihlara 20 TL Personal Spending Money, Extra Meals, Souvenirsโ€ฆPersonal Spending Money, Extra Meals, Souvenirsโ€ฆEvery person has different spending habits, but to help you out with your planning, we estimated your average daily expenses. An approximate amount of ยฃ20 per day for lunch & dinner (without drinks), and ยฃ30 per day as personal spending money (souvenirs, handicraft etc. not included) is generally sufficient.

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Flights

International flights are not included.

Others

Any flights not mentioned above Travel Insurance Meals not stated above Items of a personal nature Tips and gestures Entrance fees to the sights and museums Optional activities

Start planning your experience

Itinerary of your trip Best Of Turkey By Land (5 & 4 Star Hotels)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Istanbul
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Istanbul

      Welcome to Turkey! At the Istanbul airport terminal keep your eyes peeled for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. Meet in the hotel lobby at 7:00pm for an informal meeting with your group and guide. Until then, you can start to explore Istanbul like climbing to the top of the Galata Tower for epic views or splash some cash at the Grand Bazaar. After the meeting, join in an optional group dinner at a local restaurant to get to know your new travel mates... Included Activities Welcome Meeting Optional Activities Group Dinner

  • Day 2 Day 2: Istanbul City Tour
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Istanbul City Tour

      After breakfast, we begin to experience the magnificence of Istanbul. We will stroll through the historical heart of the old city, making stops along the way to the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, majestic Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia. In the afternoon take an optional cruise down the Bosphorus river and see the epic skyline. Meals Included Breakfast Included Activities Sightseeing of Blue Mosque Sightseeing of Hagia Sophia Sightseeing of Topkapi Palace Museum Optional Activities Bosphorus Boat Cruise - 10 EUR Entrance Fees Blue Mosque - Free Hagia Sophia - 25 EUR Topkapi Palace Museum - 1700 TL

  • Day 3 Day 3: Istanbul, Gallipoli
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Istanbul, Gallipoli

      Today we depart for the shores of Gallipoli. A place of important significance for Aussies and Kiwis, we will visit the beach and cemeteries at ANZAC Cove, before paying our respects at memorial sites Chunuk Bair and Lone Pine. Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner Included Activities Sightseeing of Anzac Cove Sightseeing of Beach Cemetery Sightseeing of Lone Pine Sightseeing of Chunuk Bair Sightseeing of War Trenches

  • Day 4 Day 4: Troy, Kusadasi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Troy, Kusadasi

      You may of heard of Troy from Greek mythology or maybe just watched the Brad Pitt movie, but now you will visit the ruins and archaeological site of the city of Troy, and of course the famous wooden horse. Spend the afternoon in the the seaside town of Kusadasi. Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner Included Activities Sightseeing of Troy Ancient City Entrance Fees Troy Ancient City - 27 EUR

  • Day 5 Day 5: Ephesus, Fethiye
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Ephesus, Fethiye

      After breakfast, our first stop is the spectacular, well preserved ancient city of Ephesus. Ephesus was cited in the book of Revelations, and historians believe the Gospel of John was written here. Famed for the Temple of Artemis which was completed around 550 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In the afternoon we depart for Fethiye where we can explore the buzzing resort town. Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner Included Activities Sightseeing of Ephesus Ancient City Entrance Fees Ephesus Ancient City - 40 EUR

  • Day 6 Day 6: Fethiye,Saklฤฑkent,Oludeniz
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Fethiye,Saklฤฑkent,Oludeniz

      After breakfast we make our way to Saklikent, one of the deepest canyons in the world. We will then continue our journey to Oludeniz. Besides its spectacular beaches, glittering waters and breathtaking natural scenery, Oludeniz is also popular for its water sport. Here you can relax on the exquisite beach or join one of the adventure activities including paragliding and microlighting. Late in the afternoon we depart for our overnight stay in Fethiye. Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner Included Activities Sightseeing of Saklikent Sightseeing of Oludeniz Optional Activities Paragliding - EUR 120 Entrance Fees Saklฤฑkent - 13 TL Oludeniz Beach - 7 TL

  • Day 7 Day 7: Fethiye, Dalyan, Fethiye
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Fethiye, Dalyan, Fethiye

      Our next stop is Dalyan, a small town situated along the south-western coast popular for its natural and unspoiled beauty. We will join a boat trip to visit the most popular mud bath in Turkey, and we then continue to Iztuzu beach, homeland of world famous Caretta Caretta turtles. After a fantastic boat ride we will reach Iztuzu sandbar with fine sand and turquoise sea. Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner Included Activities Dalyan Boat Trip Mud Bath Iztuzu Beach Optional Activities Mudbath Iztuzu Beach Entrance Fees Mud Bath - 90 TL Iztuzu Beach - 20 TL

  • Day 8 Day 8: Fethiye, Pamukkale
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Fethiye, Pamukkale

      Itโ€™s time to get your cameras out, because today is a photographers dream! Today we will visit Pamukkale, or โ€˜cotton castleโ€™ in Turkish. Pamukkale is a natural site that contains hot springs and travertine, giving the appearance of terraces made by carbonate minerals left by the flowing water. Spend time bathing in its pools, or explore the natural and unusual landscape. Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner Included Activities Sightseeing of Pamukkale White Terraces Entrance Fees Pamukkale White Terraces - 30 EUR

  • Day 9 Day 9: Pamukkale, Cappadocia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Pamukkale, Cappadocia

      Today we sit back and relax on the coach, as we head to Cappadocia. Watch the amazing Turkish scenery unfold before us and see small towns and villages as we pass on by. In the afternoon, we will visit Derinkuyu Underground City, a city complete with a church, wells, food stores, and even stables which is all located 60m under the ground. End the day with an optional traditional Hamman (Turkish bath). Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner Included Activities Sightseeing of Derinkuyu Underground City Optional Activities Turkish Bath Experience - 30 EUR Entrance Fees Derinkuyu Underground City - 13 EUR

  • Day 10 Day 10: Cappadocia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Cappadocia

      Rise and shine, it will be an early start for our optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over the stunning landscapes and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. Or if preferred enjoy a leisurely start to the morning before we all fill up on breakfast. We will explore the UNESCO World Heritage listed Gรถreme, and tick off bucket list sights along the way including Gรถreme Musuem, Pigeon Valley, Uchisar and Cavusin. In the afternoon we will visit local handicraft manufacturers and learn about traditional art. Tonight get your dancing shoes on for our optional Turkish night. Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner Included Activities Goreme Open Air Museum Visit Sightseeing of Cavusin Sightseeing of Pigeon Valley Sightseeing of Uchisar Optional Activities Turkish Night Show - 35 EUR Hot Air Balooning - 290 EUR Entrance Fees Goreme Open Air Museum - 20 EUR

  • Day 11 Day 11: Cappadocia, Devrent, Istanbul
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Cappadocia, Devrent, Istanbul

      This morning we visit the dramatically beautiful Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley) before departing for Istanbul where we arrive late in the evening. Meals Included Breakfast

  • Day 12 Day 12: Istanbul
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Istanbul

      Our trip will end after we say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast, bid you safe travels, and check-out of the hotel (11:00am). Meals Included Breakfast

+9
Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 59

Age range allowed for this experience.

Select a country to define if the visa is required

Who talk about us:

Best cities to travel to