10 days tour

Highlights Of Turkey

$ 1,534 .25 USD

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Highlights Of Turkey

This tour includes:

Meals

9 Breakfasts, 7 Dinners *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request

Accommodation

9 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)

Others

Discover Istanbul on an orientation tour Marvel at the beautiful Blue Mosque See Topkapi Palace and the Hippodrome Take a historical tour of the Gallipoli Battlefields Learn about the Trojan War with a visit to Troy Visit the ancient city of Pergamon, UNESCO World Heritage Site Spend two nights in the resort town of KuลŸadasi Explore the site of the Temple of Artemis in Ephesus Stroll through the beautiful ลžirince Village Experience traditional Turkish carpet weaving Explore the majestic calcium travertines of Pamukkale Enjoy a tour of the ancient Greek city of Hierapolis Stop at the Sultanhani Caravanserai along the Silk Road Visit the intriguing Mevlana Museum See the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia Explore the Göreme Valley Open Air Museum Visit Kaymakliโ€™s Underground City Explore Ankara, Turkey’s capital city

Guide

Services of a local tour guide, who will be on hand with advice and tips to ensure that you get the most from your trip

Transport

Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)

Not included:

Insurance

When you sign up for an Expat Explore tour, you are required to secure adequate travel insurance cover for the duration of your trip. If you cannot provide Expat Explore with proof of adequate travel insurance prior to the start of your tour, you will not be permitted to embark on day one. The requirements include the following coverage: Trip Interruption Trip Delay Medical Expenses Quarantine Expenses and Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation The insurance must also cover medical costs and a medically imposed quarantine if the insured or someone the insured has come into contact with, tests positive for COVID-19. Before you book your tour, youโ€™re welcome to obtain a quote with Tour Radarโ€™s insurance partner, Cover Genius.

Optional

Optional excursions are not included in the tour cost. All optional excursions are booked on tour and paid in cash to your tour leader, unless stated otherwise. Please note, certain optional excursions are subject to availability and could change as a result. Some optional excursions need to be pre-booked, please contact us to find out more

Flights

You will be responsible for booking your own international and/or domestic flights. We additionally recommend you do not book your airfare until your place on the tour is confirmed. Please make sure to check the times that your tour will start and end before booking your flights.

Others

Arrival and departure airport transfers are not included in the tour cost. Please contact us for a link to Welcome Pickups Pre and post-tour accommodation is not included in the tour cost. Please contact us for a link to booking.com. Single supplement (Optional). Please contact our Travel Experts for a quote. Tipping.

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Itinerary of your trip Highlights Of Turkey

  • Day 1 Day 1: Start Of Tour In Istanbul
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Start Of Tour In Istanbul

      Welcome to Istanbul and the first day of this magical trip around Turkey! If you arrive on Day 1 or have booked pre-accommodation through us, enjoy a complimentary transfer to the hotel. Get settled at the hotel and then the day is free to wander through this vibrant city. Catch a tram to the Grand Bazaar and get lost in the bustling market. In the Bazaar there are alleys for gold, leather, bowls and even tea! Want to escape the crowd? Find a rooftop terrace, enjoy the fantastic views and grab a drink while watching over the busy city. Meet your tour leader and the rest of the group this evening for an included group dinner at the hotel.



      Meals: supper
  • Day 2 Day 2: Istanbul
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Istanbul

      After breakfast, join your tour leader on an orientation tour of Istanbul. One of the things that makes Istanbul such a fascinating city is that it spans over two continents! One side lies in Europe and the other in Asia. On this tour, see famous landmarks like the Blue Mosque as well as Topkapi Palace and the Hippodrome which provide a glimpse into the past. To further explore this magical city, join the Istanbul+ optional excursion! This full-day tour includes entrance to the Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern, a Bosphorus cruise, a visit to the buzzing spice bazaar and includes a delicious Turkish lunch! It’s sure to be a day to remember.


      Istanbul orientation tour: See the famous sights of Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the Hippodrome on an orientation walking tour of Istanbul. Discover the city’s stories and secrets.


      Meals: breakfast
  • Day 3 Day 3: Gallipoli Battlefields - ร‡anakkale
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Gallipoli Battlefields - ร‡anakkale

      Today, visit the WWI Battlefields of Gallipoli. This haunting location is where 30,000 British and Commonwealth soldiers lost their lives but it is also where three national identities were born - Turkey, New Zealand and Australia. The tour includes visits to the Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair Memorial in ANZAC Cove and the Neck and Johnston’s Jolly Cemetery. 25 April is commemorated in Turkey each year as ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) Day. After the battlefields tour, travel onwards to Çanakkale for the night. Enjoy an included dinner this evening.


      Battlefields of Gallipoli: Visit the WWI battlefields of Gallipoli and pay homage to the soldiers that fought here over 100 years ago. See the memorials and important sights such as the Lone Pine and ANZAC Cove.


      Meals: breakfast,supper
  • Day 4 Day 4: Troy - Pergamum - KusadaลŸi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Troy - Pergamum - KusadaลŸi

      Take a step back in time this morning and visit the city of Troy. This is the home of the famed Trojan Horse and site of the Trojan War in the 12th century! After delving into Trojan history, the tour makes its way to the magnificent Acropolis of Pergamum. Here, embark on a tour of its impressive temples and library that made Pergamum a renowned cultural and political centre in its time. Later, travel to KuลŸadasi for an overnight stay and enjoy a delicious included dinner!


      Visit Troy: Travel through history on a tour of Troy. Learn about the Trojan War and the legendary Trojan Horse and see remnants of the historic cities of Troy through the ages. Troy Ancient Site entrance fee: EUR 27

      Visit Pergamum: Wander through the Acropolis of Pergamum and see the magnificent temples and library which put the ancient city at the centre of culture and politics many centuries ago. Cable-car to Pergamum EUR 10,  Pergamum Ancient Site entrance fee: EUR 15

      Visit KuลŸadasi: Spend two evenings in the stunning resort town of KuลŸadasi situated on Turkey’s western Aegean coast.


      Meals: breakfast,supper
  • Day 5 Day 5: Ephesus - KusadaลŸi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Ephesus - KusadaลŸi

      Immerse yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre. Next, move on to the former Greek village of ลžirince, meaning ‘pleasant’. According to legend, it used to be called ‘Çirkince’ (‘ugly’) by freed Greek slaves so that others wouldn’t follow them there. Today’s final stop is at a carpet village. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and this afternoon you can experience the delicate craft first-hand. This evening, enjoy an included dinner at the hotel after a busy day of exploring.


      Explore the Temple of Artemis: See how people used to live thousands of years ago. Tour the ruins of the Temple of Artemis in the ancient city of Ephesus, get a glimpse of what an ancient lifestyle entailed and learn more about the destruction and attempt to rebuild the temple. Ephesus entry fee: EUR 40

      Visit ลžirince: Take in the views at this former Greek village famous for its fruit wines.

      Visit a Turkish carpet village: Experience the craft of traditional Turkish carpet hand-weaving at a carpet village.


      Meals: breakfast,supper
  • Day 6 Day 6: Pamukkale Hot Springs - Hierapolis - Pamukkale
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Pamukkale Hot Springs - Hierapolis - Pamukkale

      Start off the morning by enjoying a display of locally handcrafted leather goods. Next, travel on to one of the highlights of this tour - Pamukkale! This town is home to magnificent white calcium terraces, known as travertines. In Roman times, the natural hot spring water that flowed down the terraces was used for their therapeutic powers. Opt to visit the nearby Cleopatra’s Pool complete with ancient columns and inviting thermal water! Wrap up the day with a tour of the ancient city of Hierapolis with an option to take in a traditional Whirling Dervish show in the evening. Enjoy an included dinner this evening.


      Explore Pamukkale: Marvel at the magnificent travertines and thermal hot springs found at Pamukkale. ‘Pamukkale’ translates to ‘cotton castle’ - what an accurate description of this famous landmark! Pamukkale Ancient Site entrance fee: EUR 30

      Hierapolis tour: Explore the museum in the ancient city of Hierapolis which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.


      Meals: breakfast,supper
  • Day 7 Day 7: Silk Road - Konya - Cappadocia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Silk Road - Konya - Cappadocia

      Today, travel along the ancient Silk Road! Visit Sultanhani Caravanserai - a caravanserai is a roadside inn where traders used to stopover and rest on their travels. Follow in the footsteps of all the traders that came before you! Look forward to another stop in Konya at the Mevlana Museum along the way. This is home to the mausoleum of the famous poet, Rumi. Don’t miss out on the optional traditional Turkish folklore evening tonight!


      Visit Sultanhani Caravanserai: Visit Sultanhani Caravanserai and imagine life as a trader on the silk road many, many years ago. Sultanhani Caravanserai entrance fee: EUR 2

      Visit Mevlana Museum: Tour the Mevlana Museum and see the mausoleum of poet Rumi.


      Meals: breakfast,supper
  • Day 8 Day 8: Gรถreme Valley - Cappadocia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Gรถreme Valley - Cappadocia

      Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia through the Göreme Valley Open Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Turkey’s most famous destinations. These magnificent rock-cut churches are bound to leave you awestruck! Why not find a rooftop bar or café and see the fairytale-like chimneys from above? Alternatively, explore the many levels of Kaymakli - an underground city in Cappadocia! However you choose to spend your time in Cappadocia, it’s sure to be magical. Look forward to an included dinner at the hotel tonight.


      Visit the Göreme Valley Open Air Museum: Witness the striking landscape and the famous rock-cut churches of Cappadocia at the Göreme Valley Open Air Museum. Göreme Open-Air Museum entrance fee: 20 EUR, Kaymakli Underground City entrance fee: 13 EUR


      Meals: breakfast,supper
  • Day 9 Day 9: Ankara - Istanbul
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Ankara - Istanbul

      Leave for Ankara early this morning. Arrive and visit Anitkabir, the mausoleum of the famed President Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. In 1923, Ataturk declared Ankara as the capital city of modern Turkey. This bustling capital is famous for its performing arts with a variety of cultural sights to experience. After exploring the last stop on this Highlights of Turkey tour, head back to Istanbul for the final night of the tour.


      Visit Ankara: Explore the bustling capital of Turkey. Ankara is home to the State Opera and Ballet as well as the Presidential Symphony Orchestra. Throughout the city, you’ll find several theatre companies. It’s also home to the Anitkabir mausoleum.


      Meals: breakfast
  • Day 10 Day 10: End Of Tour In Istanbul
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: End Of Tour In Istanbul

      Enjoy a final Turkish breakfast together with the group as the tour comes to an end this morning. After an incredible 10 days on tour, it’s time to say goodbye to your new travel friends. Expat Explore hopes to welcome you onto a tour again soon!



      Meals: breakfast
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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: 10 / Max: 80

Minors from 10 to 17 years must be accompained by an adult during the experience.

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