7 Days Magical Turkey Tour from Istanbul: Exploring Major Destinations Beyond Istanbul

Embark on a 7-day magical Turkey tour from Istanbul and explore major destinations beyond the city. Visit Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamum, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Konya, and Cappadocia. Book now!

Duration: 7 days
Cancellation: 6 days learn more
Highlights

Full Day Gallipoli Tour

Gallipoli Battlefield - At approximately 6:30 AM, your guide will pick you up from your hotel for a roughly 5-hour bus journey to Gallipoli. There will be an optional stop for breakfast along the way.
Upon arrival, and after enjoying lunch at a traditional restaurant, the tour will cover: Brighton Beach, Beach Cemetery (John Simpson’s Grave), ANZAC Cove, Ari Burnu (the first ANZAC landing site), Lone Pine Cemetery (Australian memorial), Johnston’s Jolly (a walk through the ANZAC trenches), a view of Shrapnel Valley, Turkish Memorial, The Nek and Walker’s Ridge, and Chunuk Bair (the main New Zealand memorial).
At the end of the day, you will be taken to the ferry for Canakkale, where you will spend the night.

Full Day Troy and Pergamum Tour

Troy (Truva) - After breakfast and checking out from your hotel, your guide will pick you up around 8:30 AM to visit the ancient city of Troy.
You will be fascinated by the legendary Trojan Horse and discover more than 10 ancient cities built one on top of the other, dating back to 3500 BC, including the Apollo Temple, believed to be where Anthony met Cleopatra.
The tour will also include visits to the Roman Theatre and the Greco-Roman Senate building, which once hosted democracy deputies in its round structure.

Pergamon Ancient City - After visiting Troy, we will drive to Pergamum for lunch. Following lunch, we will explore the ancient city of Pergamum, known for its significant libraries in ancient times.
At the end of the tour, we will drive to Kusadasi, where you will check into your hotel and spend the night.

Full Day Ephesus Tour

Ancient City of Ephesus - After breakfast, the full-day Ephesus Tour will commence with a pick-up.

Highlights include: the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World; the Celsus Library, which served as both a library and the final resting place of Tiberius Julius Celsus Polemaeanus; and the ancient city of Ephesus with its remarkable landmarks. The tour also includes the House of Virgin Mary, believed to be where she lived and died.
Additionally, you will see ancient theatres, hammams, and pass through the harbor.
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kusadasi.
Overnight in Kusadasi.

Full Day Pamukkale Hierapolis Tour

Pamukkale Natural Park - After breakfast and checking out from your hotel, you will be picked up to start your full-day Pamukkale Hierapolis Tour.

Pamukkale, also known as the Cotton Palace, features an otherworldly landscape created by calcite-laden waters from springs on a cliff nearly 200 meters high. The tour includes a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hierapolis, one of Turkey’s sacred sites dating back thousands of years, and the white limestone terraces known as the travertines of Pamukkale.
You will also see the Necropolis, a large burial site located outside the settlement, including the Sarcophagus of a general of Marcus Aurelius. There will be an opportunity to swim in the famous Cleopatra Swimming Pool. Lunch is included during the tour.
At the end of the day, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Pamukkale.
Overnight in Pamukkale.

Pamukkale to Cappadocia via Konya

Mevlana Muzesi - After breakfast and checking out from your hotel, we will depart for Cappadocia.

On the way, we will visit Konya, known for being one of the first Christian settlements and sanctuaries, and the adopted home of Rumi (Mevlana), the Sufi mystic who founded the Whirling Dervishes. Konya was also a crucial trading center on the Silk Road. After an optional lunch, we will continue to Cappadocia with a roughly 3-hour minibus drive.
You will be transferred to your hotel to spend the night in Cappadocia.
Overnight in Cappadocia.

Full Day North Cappadocia (Red) Tour

Goreme National Park - After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel around 9:30 AM for a full-day North Cappadocia Tour.

Highlights include: the Goreme Open Air Museum, featuring five Byzantine Orthodox churches; Uchisar Castle; Devrent Valley and Pasabag, where you will see animal and fairy-tale-like rock formations; and the ancient towns of Urgup and Avanos, famous for their red clay pottery. You will have the chance to try pottery-making after a brief demonstration.
At the end of the tour, you will be taken back to your hotel.
Overnight in Goreme, Cappadocia.

Full Day South Cappadocia (Green) Tour - Flight From Cappadocia to Istanbul

Goreme National Park - An optional hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia is available on this day at an additional cost.

After breakfast and checking out from your hotel, your full-day South Cappadocia Tour will begin.

Highlights include: hiking in Red & Rose Valley; Cavusin Village, one of the oldest settlements in the region with its cave houses; Love Valley; Kaymaklı Underground City; Pigeon Valley; and Uchisar Castle.
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel to wait for your transfer to the airport for your flight to Istanbul.
Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be welcomed and taken to your hotel, marking the end of our service with cherished memories and new friends.

What's Included
  • Expert guidance from a licensed professional tour guide.
  • Convenient airport transfers.
  • Meals including lunch and breakfast.
  • Comprehensive tours with transportation provided.
  • All fees and taxes covered.
  • Included domestic flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul.
  • 6-night stay in comfortable 3-star hotels.
What's Not Included
  • Drinks with meals (except the drinks served with breakfast)
  • Gratutities (optional)
  • Medical services
  • Optional entrance to Ephesus Houses and Cleopatra Swimming Pool
  • Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride in Cappadocia
Additional Information

Discover Turkey with one of the HIGHEST RATED agencies on TripAdvisor. Reserve your 7-day Turkey tour package to seize the unique chance to explore all the major sights beyond Istanbul. The memorable journey kicks off with visits to Gallipoli and Troy from Istanbul, followed by Pergamum. In the subsequent days, you’ll experience the ancient city of Ephesus and Pamukkale Hierapolis. Next, you’ll visit the residence of Rumi - Konya. Onward, you’ll be enjoying a tour of North Cappadocia and South Cappadocia, covering all the significant attractions of Cappadocia in 2 days. If you’d like, you can take a hot air balloon ride one morning in Cappadocia. We complete our trip back in Istanbul.

  • For 10 travelers: 5 Double/Twin Room Accommodation
  • For 11 travelers: 4 Double/Twin Room and 1 Triple Room Accommodation
  • For 12 travelers: 6 Double/Twin Room Accommodation
  • For 13 travelers: 5 Double/Twin Room and 1 Triple Room Accommodation
  • For 14 travelers: 7 Double/Twin Room Accommodation
  • For 15 travelers: 6 Double/Twin Room and 1 Triple Room Accommodation
  • 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 Room Accommodation
  • For 5 travelers: 1 Double/Twin Room and 1 Triple Room Accommodation
  • For 6 travelers: 3 Double/Twin Room Accommodation
  • For 7 travelers: 2 Double/Twin Room and 1 Triple Room Accommodation
  • For 8 travelers: 4 Double/Twin Room Accommodation
  • For 9 travelers: 3 Double/Twin Room and 1 Triple Room Accommodation
  • If there’s no direct flight on related day, supplier may provide stop-over flights included in price
  • Please note that per person the luggage limit for the domestic flights will be 15 kg (33 lb) for your checked luggage, 8 kg (17 lb) for your hand luggage, totally 23 kg (50 lb). You may pay the extra luggage fee at the airport upon your check-in.
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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