Turkey Tours
Classical Turkey
Jewels of Turkey
Turkey at Leisure
10 days/9 nights
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See many of Turkey’s classics as well as many of its secrets on this relaxing coach tour. Enjoy the stunning scenery while someone else keeps an eye on the road and the expert guide shares his wealth of knowledge.
A very popular tour showcasing many of Turkey’s highlights, from vibrant Istanbul, to the very poignant visit to the New Zealand Memorial at Chunuk Bair and on to the ancient site of Ephesus and fascinating Cappadocia.
On this private tour you have a personal guide. It’s perfect for couples or a group of friends wanting flexibility. Enjoy traditional experiences including visits to villages, attractions and restaurants normally known only to locals, and stay in boutique accommodation.
Days 1: Istanbul Day at leisure.
Days 1-2: Istanbul Experience a full day guided tour of Istanbul.
Day 1: Istanbul
Day 2: Istanbul Guided tour including Topkapi Palace, St Sophia, Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar.
Day 3: Istanbul – Gallipoli – Canakkale
Day 3: Istanbul – Ankara – Cappadocia Travel to Turkey’s capital where you visit the Mausoleum of Ataturk and its Museum. Late evening arrive in Cappadocia. Day 4: Cappadocia Take an optional Balloon tour early morning and then enjoy a full day excursion of this fascinating place. Day 5: Cappadocia – Konya – Pamukkale Visit the 13th century Sultanhan Caravanserai and the Whirling Dervishes before reaching Pamukkale. Day 6: Pamukkale – Izmir Be amazed at the gorgeous white terraces of carbonate minerals, a photographer’s delight. Day 7: Izmir – Ephesus – Sirince – Izmir Today’s highlight is the ancient city of Ephesus. Visit Sirince, the cute village on top of Mount Ephesus with impressive views of vineyards, and little shops lining the cobbled streets.
Day 3: Istanbul – Gallipoli – Assos
Day 4: Canakkale – Troy – Pergamum – Kusadasi Visit the legendary site of Troy.
Day 4: Assos – Troy – Pergamum – Alacati Day 5: Alacati – Kusadasi
Day 5: Kusadasi – Ephesus – Sirince – Kusadasi
Day 6: Kusadasi – Ephesus – Kusadasi
Day 6: Kusadasi – Pamukkale – Marmaris Drive through the cotton farms to the lime cascades of Pamukkale.
Day 7: Kusadasi – Priene – Miletus – Didyma – Bodrum Day 8: Bodrum
Day 7: Marmaris – Koycegiz – Fethiye
Day 9: Dadrum – Dalyan – Fethiye
Day 8: Fethiye – Kayakoy – Oludeniz – Fethiye Visit the Greek village of Kayakoy, the town was deserted when 25,000 Greeks were repatriated.
Day 10: Fethiye – Kayakoy – Oludeniz – Fethiye
Day 9: Fethiye – Saklikent Gorge – Antalya Forty minutes from Fethiye, the Gorge has spectacular sculpted walls soaring high above.
Day 13: Kalkan – Antalya
Day 11: Fethiye – Xanthos – Kalkan Day 12: Kalkan – Sunken city – Kalkan
Day 10: Antalya – Aspendos – Konya – Cappadocia
Day 14: Antalya – Perge – Aspendos – Antalya Day 15: Antalya – Istanbul
Day 11: Cappadocia Spend the day exploring this unique region. Day 12: Cappadocia – Ankara – Safranbolu
Day 8: Izmir – Pergamum – Canakkale Early departure for Pergamum to visit the ancient medical centre of Asklepion. Day 9: Canakkale – Gallipoli – Istanbul Cross the Dardanelles and reach Gallipoli where you stop at many sites including Chunuk Bair and the New Zealand Memorial. Day 10: Istanbul Tour ends after breakfast.
Departures: Fridays ( Jan-Dec) Inclusions: 9 nights accommodation, 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 5 dinners, arrival & departure airport transfer, air-conditioned transport, English speaking guide, entrance fees, porterage & local taxes Price Guide From: $1536
Day 2: Istanbul
Day 13: Safranbolu – Istanbul Enjoy a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage listed village. Day 14: Tour ends Istanbul
Note: This itinerary can also be a small group tour or a private tour.
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Departures: Saturdays ( Jan-Dec) Inclusions: 13 nights accommodation, 13 breakfasts, 8 dinners, arrival & departure airport transfer, air-conditioned transport, English speaking guide, entrance fees, porterage & local taxes Price Guide From: $2490
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Note: The above is a suggested itinerary which can be taken in smaller modules and can be tailor-made to suit your interests. Departures: Daily Inclusions: 14 nights accommodation, 14 breakfasts, air conditioned minivan with driver, economy flight Antalya to Istanbul, cruise ticket Kekova, English speaking guide, entrance fees and luggage handling, local taxes and service charges GM Price Guide From: $10,578
The price guide shown is per adult, per tour for twin share based on low season travel. Specials or surcharges may apply depending on travel date
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