Embark on this 5-day tour from Istanbul and explore the stunning Aegean coast of Turkey. Dive into the thermal waters of Hierapolis and marvel at the water accumulated in the travertine terraces of Pamukkale. With your expert guide, visit historical cities, ancient ruins, and the battlefields of Gallipoli. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Troy and witness important sites like Bergama and Ephesus. Discover the shops in Kuşadası where you can find handmade treasures like quality leather goods. Perhaps the best part is that you will stay in well-equipped 4-5 star hotels with daily meals included. And with all the comfortable transportation provided, you won’t have to worry about a thing.
Experience the highlights of several ancient Greek cities and enjoy enlightening commentary from your local guide.
Explore the battlefields in the Gallipoli Peninsula and visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed ancient city of Troy.
Visit well-preserved ancient ruins in Bergama and Ephesus.
Marvel at the white travertine terraces in Pamukkale and take a dip in the thermal waters of Hierapolis.
Includes four nights of accommodation, daily meals, and transportation with air-conditioned bus.
Small group tour provides a more personalized experience.
Professional English-speaking tour guide throughout the tour.
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle.
Domestic flight from Denizli to Istanbul (Please send us passport copies for flight reservation).
Car ferry fees between Eceabat and Çanakkale.
Entrance fees.
4 nights – accommodation.
Dinner (4) and breakfast (4).
Optional activities recommended.
Tips – driver and guide.
Compulsory Travel Insurance.
Lunch.
Your 5-day Turkey tour begins with a convenient pick-up from your hotel in central Istanbul. Meet your group and guide, and get ready to head towards the Aegean Coast.
1- Gallipoli Battlefields: Visit the Gallipoli Peninsula, one of Turkey‘s most emotionally poignant sites, and see the WWI battlefields of Gallipoli, Lone Pine, Conk Bayırı Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston’s Jolly, the original trenches, and tunnels. 10 hours • Entrance Ticket Included Accommodation: Overnight at MD Barbaros Hotel, a boutique hotel in Çanakkale Meals: Dinner
1- Troy (Truva): Step back in time by visiting Troy, the famous home of the Trojan Horse. 1 hour • Entrance Ticket Included 2- Pergamon Acropolis: Explore the magnificent acropolis of Pergamon. Its impressive temples and Library made Pergamon a renowned cultural and political center in its time. 2 hours • Entrance Ticket Included Accommodation: Overnight at İlayda Avantgarde Hotel, a boutique hotel in Kuşadası Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
1- Ephesus Ancient City: Immerse yourself in history with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the Temple of Artemis. Experience the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and its theater before continuing to Şirince, an old Greek village famous for its fruit wines. Learn about the ancient tradition of carpet weaving and discover how the value of carpets is determined at a carpet village. 7 hours • Entrance Ticket Included Accommodation: Overnight at İlayda Avantgarde Hotel, a boutique hotel in Kuşadası Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
1- Pamukkale Thermal Pools: This morning, we’ll enjoy the display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces known as the Travertines in Pamukkale, where we will also explore the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip in the thermal pools used for their healing properties during the Roman period, among the ancient columns. 7 hours • Entrance Ticket Included Accommodation: Overnight at Adem Pira Hotel, a 4-star hotel in Pamukkale Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
1- Denizli: Today, you’ll return to Istanbul. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight and upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel on time for some last-minute shopping or exploration. 4 hours • Free Entrance Ticket Accommodation: Not included Meals: Breakfast
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
Not wheelchair accessible.
Stroller accessible.
Near public transportation.
Infant seats available.
Most travelers can participate.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers.
You can cancel up to 7 days prior to the experience for a full refund.
To receive a full refund, you must cancel at least 7 full days prior to the start time of the experience.
Changes made up to 6 full days before the start time of the experience will be accepted.
To receive a 50% refund, you must cancel between 3-6 full days prior to the start time of the experience.
No refunds will be given for cancellations made less than 2 full days prior to the start time of the experience.
Changes made less than 2 full days before the start time of the experience will not be accepted.
Cancellation hours are based on the local time of the experience.
This experience is weather-dependent. If it is canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it is canceled due to not meeting the minimum requirement, you will be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.