europe·Multi-day tour·15 days
15-Day Treasures of Turkey Summer Tour from Istanbul: Cappadocia, Antalya, Pamukkale, Kusadasi and Çanakkale | Classic Group | 1 Country and 15 Cities | 14 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch & 9 Dinners
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• Wonderful Travel: 15 days, 1 country and 15 cities
• Meal Inclusions: 14 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 9 Dinners
• Travel Turkey on this 15-day guided tour
• See Cappadocia, where golden landscapes give way to caverns below
• Descend into a local resident’s cave house for a tour and talk about their way of life
• See whirling dervishes - twirling dancers who will entertain you during a special dinner
• Explore rock-hewn churches decorated with ancient paintings before dining on the unique flavors served at a local restaurant that supports women from the village
• Travel to Turkey’s third largest city, Izmir, and explore one of the world’s finest archaeological sites, Ephesus
• Walk to its gargantuan amphitheater, which could seat as many as 24,000 people
• See the Blue Mosque’s tiled domes and the Hippodrome, where Roman chariot races were held
• Try your hand at bargaining in the city’s Grand Bazaar, which includes more than 4,000 shops
• Meal Inclusions: 14 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 9 Dinners
• Travel Turkey on this 15-day guided tour
• See Cappadocia, where golden landscapes give way to caverns below
• Descend into a local resident’s cave house for a tour and talk about their way of life
• See whirling dervishes - twirling dancers who will entertain you during a special dinner
• Explore rock-hewn churches decorated with ancient paintings before dining on the unique flavors served at a local restaurant that supports women from the village
• Travel to Turkey’s third largest city, Izmir, and explore one of the world’s finest archaeological sites, Ephesus
• Walk to its gargantuan amphitheater, which could seat as many as 24,000 people
• See the Blue Mosque’s tiled domes and the Hippodrome, where Roman chariot races were held
• Try your hand at bargaining in the city’s Grand Bazaar, which includes more than 4,000 shops
15 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey. Your journey begins in vibrant Istanbul, the only city in the world that spans two continents: Europe and Asia, where a representative will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to the hotel. Relax and settle in before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner.Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Radisson Blu Sisli, Istanbul - 2
Day 2 — Istanbul - Bursa
In the morning embark on a cruise along Bosphorus Strait, one of the world’s busiest waterways. Leisurely cruise past the quaint fishing villages that line its shores. Travel towards the old city and see the beautiful Ottoman palaces and fortresses, on the waterfront. Later, leave Istanbul for Bursa. A large city in northwest Turkey, it was the first major capital of the Ottoman Empire. Here we visit the Green Mosque, the Grand Mosque and the Mausoleum complex. There will be time in the afternoon to explore the city’s bazaars, silk markets and historic monuments. This evening, venture to a local restaurant for a tasty meal.
Istanbul Bosphorus Cruise
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Mövenpick Bursa Hotel and Thermal Spa - 3
Day 3 — Bursa - Cumalikizik - Gordion - Ankara
Begin your day of culture in the charming village of Cumalikizik, with its traditional wooden houses and very narrow cobblestone streets. Later you’ll head to Gordion, which was once the capital city of ancient Phrygia, as you make your way to Turkey’s modern capital, Ankara. Enjoy a relaxed evening at your hotel, the Hilton SA. Perhaps take a dip in its indoor pool or unwind in its jacuzzi or hammam.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Ankara HiltonSA - 4
Day 4 — Ankara - Cappadocia
A day for history enthusiasts, explore Turkey’s bustling cultural capital, Ankara. Sightseeing includes a visit to the Hittite Museum and the Mausoleum of Atatürk, Turkey's greatest modern leader and the first President of the Republic of Turkey. Later, head to Avanos in Cappadocia. Famed for its unique geological formation, Cappadocia is a scenic delight with golden hills and panoramic views.
Ataturk Mausoleum
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: DoubleTree by Hilton Avanos - 5
Day 5 — Cappadocia
With its striking golden, volcanic landscapes, underground city and otherworldly buildings, Cappadocia could never be called ordinary. At every turn you’ll be delighted with yet another geographical or architectural surprise. Today you’ll travel to the striking town of Göreme. Explore its rock-hewn churches decorated with ancient wall paintings. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the Uçhisar Kadineli Restaurant and get a taste of Anatolia’s regional flavors. This establishment provides employment for the women of the village and supports their financial freedom. Next, continue on to the Pasabag Valley and visit the underground city of Özkonak where you’ll have time to explore its tunnels and holes with your Travel Director. Later, join a Cappadocian local who has lived in the city for decades and take a tour of their cave house. Explore this unique way of living, learning about local traditions and family life. This evening you’ll witness a performance of Whirling Dervishes before dining at a local restaurant.Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: IncludedStay: DoubleTree by Hilton Avanos - 6
Day 6 — Cappadocia - Konya
Start your day by learning more about traditional pottery making in Avanos. It’s then time to take a journey along the famous Silk Road to visit a 13th century caravanserai, a historic roadside inn where travelers would rest and recover after a day’s journey, most notably along the iconic road itself. Later, you’ll head to Turkey’s most religious city, Konya, the old capital of the Anatolian Seljuk Empire. Once here, visit the Mevlana Museum, with its beautiful fluted turquoise dome, and see the Karatay Medrese and Ince Minaret.
Mevlana Museum
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Novotel Konya Hotel - 7
Day 7 — Konya - Antalya
You day begins with a scenic drive down the Taurus Mountains to Aspendos, an ancient city in Antalya. Known for having the best-preserved Roman theater anywhere in the world, learn more as you explore it with your fellow travelers. Visit Antalya's pretty Old Town, with its souvenir markets and sweeping sea views.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Akra Antalya - 8
Day 8 — Antalya
Today is yours to relax and enjoy the leisure facilities at your hotel. Alternatively, explore Antalya at your own pace. Ask your Travel Director for recommendations on places to explore in the city, take a stroll around the harbor or perhaps take a boat trip off the coast.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Akra Antalya - 9
Day 9 — Antalya - Pamukkale
Cross the soaring Taurus Mountains to see the remains of the ancient city of Hierapolis, a Roman spa city founded around 190 B.C. Next to the ruins, you can see the gleaming white travertine terraces of Pamukkale. Famous for its mineral-rich thermal waters and chalk-white limestone terraces, explore the area with your Travel Director. Later, head back to your hotel, the esteemed Doğa Thermal Health & Spa. Take full advantage of its indoor and outdoor thermal pools, steam room and its Turkish bath complex.
Pamukkale
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Doğa Thermal Health & Spa - 10
Day 10 — Pamukkale - Geyre - Kusadasi
Start your morning with a trip to the Temple of Aphrodite, dedicated to the goddess of love, beauty and fertility, in Geyre. Based in the ruins of the ancient city of Aphrodisias, it was the focal point of the city in its heyday. You’ll see the towering, fourteen columns of the temple that have been re-erected. Arrive into the coastal resort of Kusadasi for an evening at leisure.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Charisma De Luxe Hotel - 11
Day 11 — Kusadasi - Ephesus - Kusadasi
This morning, you visit the House of the Virgin Mary, a serene pilgrimage site on Mount Koressos, venerated by both Christians and Muslims. Continue to Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and once the Roman capital of Asia Minor. Walk the Arcadian Way, a grand processional route that once led to the harbor. Stand before the Library of Celsus, built to honor a Roman senator and store 12,000 scrolls, and step into the Great Theater, where Saint Paul supposedly addressed early Christians. At the Ephesus Archaeological Museum, view statues of Artemis, mosaics and household artefacts from the excavation of the area that began in 1863. Later, you may opt to join an Optional Experience in Kuşadası, tasting wines that showcase Anatolia’s 7,000-year winemaking tradition.
Ephesus
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Charisma De Luxe Hotel - 12
Day 12 — Kusadasi - Troy - Çanakkale
In Homer’s city of Troy, the focal point of the Trojan War and the backdrop to the legendary tale of Paris and Helen, “the face that launched a thousand ships,” explore the archaeological site where myth meets history. Beside the ancient walls stands a replica of the mighty wooden horse said to have led to the city’s fall around 1200 BCE. After time to explore, continue to Çanakkale, gateway to the Gallipoli battlefields of the First World War. Choose to join an Optional Experience this evening, starting with a guided walk past its iconic Trojan Horse film prop, followed by a vibrant dinner at Priamos Restaurant, known for its Aegean flavors and stunning views over the Dardanelles.
Troy
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: DoubleTree by Hilton Canakkale - 13
Day 13 — Kusadasi - Gallipoli - Istanbul
This morning, cross the Dardanelles Strait by ferry to the Gallipoli Peninsula. Located in the southern part of East Thrace, it was here that, for nine months during the Great War, Anzac troops fought, in an attempt to gain control of the Dardanelles Strait. Learn more about these events as you visit Anzac Cove and pay your respects at the Lone Pine Cemetery. Later, return to Istanbul where you’ll spend the next two nights.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Radisson Blu Sisli, Istanbul - 14
Day 14 — Istanbul
Today, you’ll take in the sites of Istanbul. In the morning, visit the historic Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome, where Roman chariot races were held, before exploring Hagia Sophia your way with Insight Choice. Choose between visiting Hagia Sophia Digital Experience, offering an immersive journey through the landmarks marvels, or alternatively, visit Hagia Sophia built in A.D. 537, famous for its domed roof. Visit the Topkapi Palace, perched above the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn, the primary inlet of the waterway. Enjoy the excitement of bargaining in the bustling Grand Bazaar. In the evening, join your fellow travelers and toast to your trip over dinner at a local restaurant.
Blue Mosque
Hagia Sophia
Topkapi Palace
Grand Bazaar
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Radisson Blu Sisli, Istanbul - 15
Day 15 — Istanbul
It’s time to say goodbye to your new friends, as your trip comes to an end. A transfer will take you to the airport for your onward flights, or for those extending their stay in Istanbul, speak to your Travel Director for tips and tricks on where to head.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- 14-night hotel accommodation
- 14 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 9 Dinners
- 'Business Class' style coaches with extended legroom
- Local discovery led by Local Experts & knowledgeable Travel Director & expert Driver
- Porterage, plus tips and gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Insider Access, Insightful Encounters and Insight Choice experiences
Not included
- Service fee for travel director and driver
- Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure city
- All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals the tour guide arranges
- Optional tours and mandatory fees are not covered in the tour cost; kindly pay these directly to the guide during the tour. For details, please check the daily itinerary. (Costs listed are estimated; the tour guide will provide final confirmation.)
- Travel insurance
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 3 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 4–31 days before | 20% | Cancellation Made Within 4 days to 31 days prior to departure, Refund 20% of total purchase amount |
| 32–62 days before | 50% | Cancellation Made Within 32 days to 62 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
| 63+ days before | 200% | Cancellation Made 63 or more days prior to departure, only $200 charge handling fee by person |
Read the full cancellation terms
• Air ticket (either before/after trip or included within trip): $75.00/person plus airline charges.
• Airlines change prices and routes from time to time. All air routings are in the sole control of the airline and are subject to change at any time.
• Special events and activities may incur additional penalty.
• Airlines change prices and routes from time to time. All air routings are in the sole control of the airline and are subject to change at any time.
• Special events and activities may incur additional penalty.
Important info
Special notes
- Transfers:
- Chargeable transfers available in Istanbul. Guests who have booked their extra hotel nights with the local operator, or whose flight times do not coincide with the shuttle coach timings may purchase a chargeable transfer. However, guests booking independent hotel nights should make their own transfer arrangements.
- SAW Airport Transfers: Complimentary transfers are not available for Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Only Chargeable transfers for SAW are available on the first/last day of the tour or in conjunction with pre/post accommodation booked through the local operator. - Smaller coaches without extra legroom or onboard washroom may be used.
- Passports with a minimum of 6 months validity after return date are required and are at your expense.
- Please contact the consulate/embassy and family doctor for further details on medical vaccinations that may be required for specific countries.
- Non-US citizens please check with your nearest consulate.
- Day 1 is the start date and first hotel night included with the journey. Please arrange flights to arrive on or before Day 1.
- Guests arriving on Day 1 should arrive at least two hours before the last complimentary airport transfer time.
- To give ample time for check-in and security, we recommend arriving at the airport 3 hours prior to your flight departure.
- Travel insurance:
- We highly recommend guests purchase travel insurance prior to your trip.
- Your insurance should cover trip interruption, personal injury, medical expenses, and evacuation and repatriation cover including during pandemic events. - Luggage:
- Travelling with the local operator entitles each guest to travel with one suitcase not exceeding 23kg (50lbs) in weight, with the dimensions of 76cm x 46cm x 25cm (30” x 18” x 10”). Carry-on/hand luggage is restricted to one piece per person, not exceeding 12”x11”x6” (30x28x14 cm) to fit under your coach seat or in the small overhead compartment. Telescopic handles or wheels not permitted.
- Internal flights: Luggage allowance is limited to 1 piece per person (maximum of 20Kg/44lbs) and 1 hand luggage per person (maximum of 7Kg/15lbs).
- We strongly recommend that you test the weight of your baggage prior to travel. You should be able to lift and comfortably transport it for short distances.
- Baggage allowances vary from airline to airline and you should check with your chosen carrier for details prior to travel. - Border crossings and visa requirements:
- Each guest must ensure that their passport is valid for at least six months beyond the conclusion of their trip and that they have acquired all necessary visas and permits. Multiple-entry visas may be required if you are entering a country more than once on your holiday.
- Guests are advised that only the countries you plan to visit can provide up-to-date information about their specific visa requirements. Guests should contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the countries they plan to visit well in advance of travel. Please check your itinerary carefully. Remember that requirements vary based on a passport's place of issue and that the process can take time.
- Check that multi-entry visas have the correct entry dates and destinations before you travel. Please be aware that with some itineraries, you may travel through a country without making an overnight stop. If this happens on your itinerary, you will still need a visa to enter/exit the country.
- Please ensure that you carry proper identification with you at all times, as border crossings will need to see your entry documents and passports. Usually crossing borders is a very straightforward process that is managed by your Travel Director. However, be advised that you may be required to open your luggage and answer simple questions about the length of your stay, purpose of travel, etc.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child.
* Triple room bookings are available, suitable for 2 adults and 1 child. When booking your trip, we define a child as somebody aged 17 or under. A triple room is not recommended for 3 adults, as the third bed is often a rollaway, which may not be comfortable for an adult.
* If you're on a trip as a family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children), then you would require 1 triple room (for 1 adult and 2 children), and 1 double room (1 adult and 1 child).
* Child: 5-17, child under the age of 5 is not allowed.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child.
* Triple room bookings are available, suitable for 2 adults and 1 child. When booking your trip, we define a child as somebody aged 17 or under. A triple room is not recommended for 3 adults, as the third bed is often a rollaway, which may not be comfortable for an adult.
* If you're on a trip as a family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children), then you would require 1 triple room (for 1 adult and 2 children), and 1 double room (1 adult and 1 child).
* Child: 5-17, child under the age of 5 is not allowed.
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