Aegean Travel Packages 5 Day
|5 Days, 6 Destinations |Starts from Kusadasi
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Duration
5 days

Max Group Size
40

Tour Code
ATP5D

Tour Type
Request as private tour

Departure Type
Scheduled

Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In
English

Physical level
easy

Tour route map

Kusadasi

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İstanbul

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Activities

FamilyHistoricalIn-depth CulturalExplorerDiscoveryPhotographySolo TravelSee Itinerary

Tour Overview

Kuşadası, Pergamon, Troy, Gallipoli, and Istanbul are five remarkable destinations in Turkey, each steeped in history and culture.

Kuşadası is a vibrant coastal town known for its stunning beaches and proximity to ancient ruins like Ephesus. It's a popular stop for cruise ships and offers a lively atmosphere with shops, restaurants, and nightlife.

Pergamon (or Pergamum) was a significant ancient city renowned for its rich history and impressive structures, including the Altar of Zeus and the Library of Pergamon, one of the largest of the ancient world. Today, it boasts UNESCO World Heritage status and offers a fascinating glimpse into Hellenistic and Roman civilization.

Troy, famed for its legendary role in the Trojan War, is an archaeological site that attracts history enthusiasts. Visitors can explore the remains of the ancient city and the iconic wooden horse, immersing themselves in the myths and tales that have captivated audiences for centuries.

Gallipoli is a poignant site, known for its role in World War I. The Gallipoli Campaign was a significant and tragic chapter in history, and today, the area is a place of remembrance, with numerous memorials and cemeteries honoring those who fought and lost their lives.

Istanbul, the vibrant cultural capital of Turkey, bridges East and West. Once known as Byzantium and later Constantinople, it boasts a rich tapestry of history, stunning architecture like the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, and a lively atmosphere filled with markets, art, and diverse cuisine.

Together, these locations offer a captivating journey through Turkey's rich historical and cultural heritage, making them must-visit destinations for travelers.

Highlights

  • Ephesus Library of Celsus: An iconic facade and one of the best-preserved ancient libraries, reflecting the city's importance in the Roman Empire. Great Theatre: A massive amphitheater with a capacity of 25,000, still used for performances today. Temple of Artemis: The ruins of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, showcasing its historical significance.
  • Pergamon Acropolis: The ancient citadel featuring impressive ruins, including the Temple of Athena and the Altar of Zeus. Asclepius: An ancient medical center dedicated to the healing god Asclepius, known for its innovative medical practices. Theatre: A spectacular hillside theater known for its steep seating and excellent acoustics.
  • Troy Trojan Horse: The iconic wooden horse that symbolizes the legendary story of the Trojan War. Archaeological Site: Explore layers of ruins from various periods, showcasing the city's long history. Museum of Troy: Home to many artifacts that provide insight into the ancient city's cultural significance.
  • Gallipoli ANZAC Cove: The historic landing site of Australian and New Zealand forces during World War I, now a place of remembrance. Lone Pine Cemetery: A poignant memorial honoring ANZAC soldiers, with beautifully landscaped grounds. Gallipoli Battlefields: Visit the preserved battlefields that tell the story of the campaign and its impact.
  • Hagia Sophia: A stunning architectural masterpiece that has served as a basilica, mosque, and now a museum, renowned for its dome and mosaics.
  • Topkapi Palace: The lavish former residence of Ottoman sultans, featuring exquisite courtyards, gardens, and a rich collection of artifacts.
  • Grand Bazaar: One of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, offering a vibrant shopping experience with thousands of shops.

Itinerary

(Dinner included)
You will be transferred from Izmir Airport or Kusadasi bus station fully guided tour of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient sites in the world en - route, visiting the Temple of Artemis, Curetes street, famous Roman baths, Celsus Library and Grand theatre. Lunch break around 13:00 pm. After the lunch, we will visit a place, which continues to perform one of the oldest arts of Turkey; a carpet-weaving centre. After lunch, we will do a Turkish Village Tour. Sirince’s construction style today belongs to Anatolian Greeks. The houses on the slope are all Orginal with their white paints. Sirince Village also has a fantastic reputation for making some of the best wines in Turkey - especially fruit wines. There will be some free time to explore around of the village. On the way, we will visit one of the famous leather production centers of the region, where you will have the opportunity to get a good factory rate. On this guided tour, you will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen. Dinner and Overnight in Kusadasi.

(Breakfast and Dinner included)

We depart at 08:30 and drive to Pergamon. At 10:30 we will be at Pergamon. Visit to the magnificent Bergama Museum. It is an impressive Museum and you may see many important relics from Ancient Pergamon. Pergamon is a famous city for its jewellery, stones and silver. So on the way, we will visit a jewellery center for 30 minutes. Lunch break around 12:15 pm. and after the lunch departure forTroy. Visit the famous archeological and mythological site of Troy, home of the Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. After Troy tour, check in to your hotel. Dinner and Overnight in Canakkale. 

(Breakfast included)

At 08:00 or 08:30 am we depart for Gallipoli in order to visit the battle fields. Two hours later we will give you 20 minutes for relaxing in a restaurant area. We will arrive Gallipoli around 12:00 pm. and we will have lunch break, relax a little bit and then depart for the battle fields. Visit Gabatepe Museum. Start visiting the fields with Ariburnu Cemetery and Anzac Cove because these are the places where the war had started. Then Beach Cemetery, Lone Pine and Chunuck Bair. After the tour we will drive you to the hotel in Istanbul. Bus Trip will take roughly 5 – 6 hours drive. Overnight in Istanbul.

We depart at 08:30 for the Istanbul city tour. TOPKAPI PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. HIPPODROME Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. Lunch break and then we head to the SPICE BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar) the air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice. The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy Istanbul in Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul

Please Note: Hagia Sofia is closed on Mondey, Topkapi Palace closed on Tuesdays, Grand Bazaar closed on Sundays. If your tour is on one of these days we would offer you to visit Underground Cistern instead of Hagia Sophia and Topkapi palace museum, instead of Grand Bazaar you will visit Spice Bazaar.

Grand Spice Bazaar is a unique atmosphere with reasonable prices for your shopping on many Exotic Spices and Herbs, Turkish Baklava, Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts and fruits, small souvenirs such as Ceramic Handicrafts, Evil Eyes totems, all naturel olive oil, soaps and many other goods in Souvenir Shops and stores.

If you would like to visit with entrance below sites;

Topkapi Palace Museum Entrance Fee. You pay the door price.
Hagia Sophia Museum Entrance Fee. You pay the door price.

The Basilica Cistern Museum Entrance You pay the door price.

Please Note: Please do not forget to carry Scarf with you because of visiting to Blue Mosque & Haghia Sophia Mosque.



(Open buffet breakfast included)
After breakfast check out from the hotel. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another TravelShop Booking Tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.

Trip includes

Included

3 nights hotel in Istanbul 5 Star La Quinta by Wyndham Istanbul
1 night hotel in Canakkale Troia Tusan Hotel
1 nights hotel in Kusadasi Odelia Resort Hotel
PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking, then we will arrange another similar hotel for your group. If you prefer a different category hotel, there might be an additional cost.

Hotel

Professional English - speaking tour guides

Guiding Method
Fully guided

English

4 open buffet breakfasts
2 local dinners at hotels 

Vegetarian Halal Meat

Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul airport
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
Return airport transfer.

Coach / BusMini-coachPrivate Vehicle

Guided Istanbul City Tour
Guided Bosphorus Cruise Tour
Guided Gallipoli Tour
Guided Troy Tour
Guided Bergama Tour
Guided Ephesus and Sirince Village Tour
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Hotel Room Taxes
City Tax

Excluded

Insurance: All types

Tipping
Turkey entry visa
Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section

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