Highlights of Turkey
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Based on 52 Reviews
- duration 15 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 16-99 yrs
- max group size 16
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-7543
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- Operated in English
- Starts Istanbul, Turkey
- Ends Istanbul, Turkey
HIGHLIGHTS
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- Discover ancient history and monuments of the Ottoman empire
- Visit the Roman city of Ephesus
- See the limestone cascades and thermal springs at Pamukkale
- Discover one of the best-preserved theatres of the ancient world, Aspendos
- Enjoy an optional hot-air balloon ride over the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia
The "Highlights Of Turkey" tour starts and ends in Istanbul. It is a cultural, religious and historic sites trip that takes 15 days taking you through Antalya, Kas, Fethiye and 7 other destinations in Turkey. "Highlights Of Turkey" is a guided small group tour that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.
Turkey played a vital role in the development of the Western world; over the centuries, it has provided a geographical and cultural bridge between Asia and Europe, with ruins and monuments attesting to the rise and fall of many great empires. Starting in Istanbul, we travel through the country, visiting ancient cities and Unesco World Heritage sites including Ephesus, Hierapolis and Aspendos, exploring the natural wonders at Pamukkale and Cappadocia and taking time to relax on the Aegean coast. Add to that the memorials of Gallipoli and you can be sure of a fascinating journey that showcases the best of this country.
Turkey played a vital role in the development of the Western world; over the centuries, it has provided a geographical and cultural bridge between Asia and Europe, with ruins and monuments attesting to the rise and fall of many great empires. Starting in Istanbul, we travel through the country, visiting ancient cities and Unesco World Heritage sites including Ephesus, Hierapolis and Aspendos, exploring the natural wonders at Pamukkale and Cappadocia and taking time to relax on the Aegean coast. Add to that the memorials of Gallipoli and you can be sure of a fascinating journey that showcases the best of this country.
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Start Istanbul
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Day 2: Transfer to Çanakkale via Gallipoli peninsula
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Day 3: Visit the ancient city of Troy; head to the Aegean coastal town of Ayvalik
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Day 4: Visit the ancient city of Pergamon; afternoon transfer to Selcuk
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Day 5: Visit the historic site of Ephesus and the town of Selçuk
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Day 6: Explore the limestone cascades of Pamukkale and the Roman ruins of Hierapolis
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Day 7: Visit Xanthos; transfer to coastal town of Kaş
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Day 8: Free day to rest or choose from the many activities available
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Day 9: Transfer to the lively city of Antalya; afternoon sightseeing
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Day 10: Visit the ancient city of Perge & theatre of Aspendos; afternoon transfer to Konya
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Day 11: Visit the Mevlana Museum then to the Cappadocia region
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Day 12: Discover Göreme Open-Air Museum and one of the fascinating underground cities in Cappadocia
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Day 13: Flight to Istanbul. Afternoon optional city tour
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Day 14: Free time; afternoon sightseeing including the Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar
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Day 15: End Istanbul
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Accommodation
- All accommodation
Meals
- All breakfasts
Transport
- All transport and listed activities
- Free group arrival and departure transfers available
Guide
- Tour leader throughout
- Travel insurance
- Single accommodation (available on request)
- Visas or vaccinations
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 52 reviews
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5 - Excellent
Good driver. Excellent guide. Hotels well chosen. Itinerary great. Initial Airport pickup bit chaotic.
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5 - Excellent
Great sites, lovely fellow travellers...guides great fun and helpful throughout...fascinating country with big old cities and lovely coastline and mountains. Will return one day.
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5 - Excellent
I have recently gotten back from a 15 day tour of Turkey. It was an amazing trip but was busy to include everything on the itinerary. I’m glad it included as much as it did which is why I booked with exodus but it would have... Read more
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5 - Excellent
This trip is pretty full on, with long days on the road and often crowded visitor sites. (Ephesus and cruise ships = M1 only a holiday weekend) If the options are taken there is very little down time. Leisurely/moderate does not... Read more
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By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
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GOOD TO KNOW
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CANCELLATION
No additional cancellation fees apply for this Highlights of Turkey tour. You can cancel the tour up to 93 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 92 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 04 October 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 04 October 2024, a deposit of 25% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 92 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceHighlights of Turkey tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Highlights of Turkey tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
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