Tour Overview
If you are looking for something special and extraordinary, then look no further. The best tour in Turkey, Enjoy first-class service and guided transportation through the historical and picturesque sites of Istanbul; the next stop is the battlefields of Gallipoli and the Trojan Horse of Troy. Pergamon offers one of the Seven Churches of St John from the Bible before reaching the ancient city of Ephesus and the white calcium hot pools of Pamukkale are also on the list. It will end with the beautiful views of the Mediterranean coast in Antalya; and back to Istanbul by domestic flight.
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Itinerary
Upon our arrival at Istanbul International Airport, your guide will meet, assist, and transfer you to the hotel. Istanbul was the capital city of Byzantium, the Roman and Ottoman Empires. It is a most fascinating city, which actually crosses two continents, Europe and Asia. It is a city of amalgamation of museums, bazaars, minarets, mosques, churches, palaces, and restaurants catering to everyone’s taste, customs, and fifteen million people. Overnight in Istanbul.
(Breakfast and Lunch included)
After breakfast, we have an Istanbul City Tour. Our first stop will be the hippodrome. The Ancient HIPPODROME was the scene of chariot races, with three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column, and the Column of Constantine. Then we will visit SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE. It was built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet and is known as the "Blue Mosque" because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. Our next stop will be HAGIA SOPHIA GRAND MOSQUE. The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, previously known as the Church of Divine Wisdom, is simply the best of its kind! The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque is the greatest surviving example of Byzantine architecture. For 1000 years, it was once the largest church in the world, decorated with stunning 6th-century golden mosaics. Today, it is a mosque. At 13:00 p.m., there will be a lunch break. After lunch, TravelShop Group will take you to the ASIL EFENDI, which has a unique atmosphere with reasonable prices for your shopping. Here you will find: exotic spices and herbs, Turkish Baklava, Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts and fruits, small souvenirs such as ceramic handicrafts, Evil Eyes totems, all-natural olive oil, soaps and many other goods in souvenir shops and stores. Return to your hotel after the tour. Overnight in Istanbul.
OPTIONAL DINNER CRUISE ON THE BOSPHORUS TOUR: Tonight, between 19:30 and 23:30, we have an optional Entertaining Dinner Cruise program on the Bosphorus, where Europe and Asia are connected. You will spend an unforgettable night on the Bosphorus with dinner, unlimited local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, a belly dance show, a Turkish Folklore show, a DJ performance, and great entertainment on the Bosphorus Dinner Cruise. At the end of the entertainment at about 0:00 am, transfer to your hotel.
Please remember to bring a headscarf when visiting religious sites such as the Blue Mosque and the Haghia Sophia Mosque.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
At 06:00 or 06:30 am, we depart for Gallipoli in order to visit the battlefields. Two hours later, we will give you 20 minutes to relax in a restaurant area. We will arrive at Gallipoli around 12:00 pm. and we will have a lunch break, relax a little bit, and then depart for the battlefields. Visit the Gabatepe Museum. Start visiting the fields of Ariburnu Cemetery and Anzac Cove because these are the places where the war started. Then Beach Cemetery, Lone Pine, and Chunuck Bair. After the tour, we will drive you to the hotel. Overnight in Canakkale.
(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)
We depart at 8:30 and drive 30 minutes to Troy. Visit the famous archaeological and mythological sites of Troy, home of the Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. Following the Troy tour, it's a three-hour drive to Pergamon. Lunch break around 13:00 pm. and after lunch, departure for a tour of the magnificent acropolis of Pergamon. Its impressive temples and library made it a renowned cultural and political center at that time. Pergamon is a famous city for its jewellery, stones, and silver. So, on the way, we will visit a jewelry center for 30 minutes. Arrival in Kusadasi around 18:00 pm. Overnight in Kusadasi.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast between 8:30 am and 9:30 am, departure from the hotel for a 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 will be served around 13:00 p.m. After lunch, we will visit a place that continues to perform one of the oldest arts in Turkey; a carpet-weaving center. After lunch, we will do a Turkish Village Tour. Sirince’s construction style today belongs to the Anatolian Greeks. The houses on the slope are all original with their white paint. Sirince Village also has a fantastic reputation for making some of the best wines in Turkey, especially fruit wines. We will see the vineyards and it is time to learn how to make fruit wine. In the evening, you will be tested on your knowledge of making fruit wine. On the way, we will visit one of the famous leather production centers in 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. This enables you to enjoy the shopping experience whilst gaining knowledge of the ancient craftsmen. Overnight in Kusadasi.
(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)
We depart for Pamukkale at 08:00 am. Upon arrival in Pamukkale, we have a lunch break until 13:30 pm. Afterward, we shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the ruins of Hierapolis, then walk around this natural phenomenon and have the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs. Denizli/Pamukkale means seaside in Turkish and is located on the Buyuk Menderes River. It is a growing industrial town, known for its textile industry and outlet shopping. You will visit one of the famous textile factories of Pamukkale. We will stay in the thermal hotel, which has the most beautiful natural hot springs in Pamukkale, and you can enjoy the hot thermal pool in the hotel. Overnight in Pamukkale.
OPTIONAL TANDEM PARAGLIDING: After your Pamukkale trip, we recommend you take the optional Pamukkale Paragliding tour. Make your Pamukkale tour unforgettable by participating in the Pamukkale Tandem Paragliding Tour. Enjoy a flight over the stunning and famous White Mountain in Pamukkale and observe spectacular views of this unique area's attractions. Tandem paragliding in Pamukkale is an ideal alternative experience for those who wish to experience some exciting moments. It can also be the perfect way to explore the attractions from above and appreciate the beauty of the natural scenery. This tour will end at approximately 17.30 and then you will be back at your hotel.
OPTIONAL HOT AIR BALLOON TOUR: As an option, the next day, we will have the opportunity to take a Hot Air Balloon Flight over Pamukkale's unique white travertines early in the morning, if you want to experience this perfect and unique hot air balloon trip, please make your reservation before you go to Pamukkale.
(Breakfast and Dinner included)
After breakfast, at 10:00 am, we depart for Antalya. After 2 hours, we will have a coffee break. After the coffee break, we will continue to Antalya. Dinner and Overnight in Antalya.
For our dearest guests who experienced the Hot Air Balloon Tour in Pamukkale, we will depart to the area where the balloons take off at 05:30 in the morning. On the balloon, you will witness the magnificent and unique view of nature by viewing the morning sunrise over the ancient city of Hierapolis and Cotton White Travertines, which is listed as one of the 7 wonders of the world and registered in the UNESCO heritage list. After the hot air balloon excursion, we will celebrate our landing with a champagne ceremony and return to the hotel for a delicious breakfast.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
After breakfast, drive to Antalya Old City (Kaleiçi), Marina, Clock Tower, Hadrian's Gate, Broken Minaret, Hidirlik Tower: Kaleici is a small historic part of Antalya's modern city, also known as the Old City of Antalya. In history, it was once a sprawling modern Roman town, then the Byzantine Empire, then the Seljuks, and finally the Ottoman Turkish town. The Hadrian's Gate (or Hadrianus Gate or The Three Gates) is a triumphal arch that was built in the name of the Roman emperor Hadrian. Antalya's broken wonder is the Broken Minaret of the Korkut Mosque, which itself was originally built as a Roman temple in the 2nd century AD, and thus did not have a minaret at all. Hidirlik Tower is a landmark tower of tawny stone in Antalya, Turkey, where Kaleiçi meets Karaalioglu Park. It is believed to have been built in the Hellenistic era on a square plan and later turned into a circular tower in the 2nd century AD, and was used as either a fortification or a lighthouse in the past. We have lunch at the hotel and then depart for Duden Waterfalls. All the streams of the region aim at finding their way into the Mediterranean and they pour down the slopes of the Taurus, sometimes overland, sometimes underground, and reach their destination, resulting in lovely waterfalls, of which there are more than twenty. Return to the hotel after the tour, and the rest of the day is yours. Overnight in Antalya.
(Breakfast included)
Today we depart for Antalya airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul and then back to home. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the future in one of our tours again. Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Turkey.
Trip includes
Included
2 nights hotel in Istanbul Central Palace Hotel Taksim
1 nightht hotel in Canakkale 4 Star Troia Tusan Hotel
2 nights hotel in Kusadasi 4 Star Faustina Hotel & SPA
1 night in a hotel in Pamukkale 5 Star Pam Thermal Hotel
2 nights hotel in Antalya Best Western Khan Hotel
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Professional English - speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
8 open buffet breakfasts
6 local dinners at hotels
6 local lunches during tours
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul airport
Return airport transfer
Arrival airport transfer from Istanbul airport
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
Return airport transfer
Istanbul | Start Point
Overview: Istanbul, the cultural and historical bridge between Europe and Asia, is the starting point for your journey.
Key Attractions: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, and the Bosphorus Strait.
Travel Tip: Use public transport or guided tours to navigate the city efficiently and avoid heavy traffic.
Gallipoli
Historical Significance: Known for its role in World War I, Gallipoli is a solemn site commemorating soldiers from Turkey, Australia, and New Zealand.
Key Sites: ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery, and 57th Infantry Regiment Memorial.
Travel Tip: Wear comfortable shoes as the terrain involves walking through hilly areas.
Troy
Ancient Heritage: Famous for the legendary Trojan War, Troy is an archaeological treasure with ruins spanning nine layers of civilization.
Key Attractions: The reconstructed Trojan Horse and ancient city walls.
Travel Tip: Bring a guidebook or join a tour to fully appreciate the site’s rich history.
Pergamon Ancient City
Historical Significance: A UNESCO World Heritage site, Pergamon was a major cultural and medical center in ancient Greece.
Key Sites: Acropolis, Temple of Trajan, and Asclepion.
Travel Tip: Take a cable car to the top of the Acropolis for stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Kusadasi
Resort Town: Known for its beaches, vibrant bazaars, and proximity to historical sites.
Key Attractions: Nearby Ephesus, Sirince Village, and Kusadasi Marina.
Travel Tip: Allocate time for shopping at the local markets and enjoy fresh seafood by the coast.
Ephesus
Ancient Marvel: One of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world, Ephesus offers a glimpse into ancient Roman life.
Key Sites: Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, and Temple of Hadrian.
Travel Tip: Arrive early to beat the crowds and bring a hat and sunscreen for the open site.
Pamukkale
Natural Wonder: Famous for its white travertine terraces and hot springs, Pamukkale is also home to ancient Hierapolis.
Key Attractions: Cleopatra’s Pool, Roman Theatre, and Necropolis.
Travel Tip: Wear water-resistant footwear as the terraces can be slippery. Swimming in the thermal pools is a unique experience.
Antalya
Coastal Gem: A mix of ancient ruins and modern resorts, Antalya is the perfect spot for relaxation and exploration.
Key Sites: Old Town (Kaleiçi), Hadrian’s Gate, and Düden Waterfalls.
Travel Tip: Explore the beaches and enjoy water activities, but don’t miss the historical charm of Kaleiçi.
General Tips for the Journey
Best Time to Visit: Spring and Autumn for mild weather and fewer tourists.
What to Pack: Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, a reusable water bottle, and swimwear for Pamukkale and Antalya.
Cultural Etiquette: Be respectful when visiting religious sites and dress modestly.
Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY). Credit cards are accepted, but carrying cash is recommended for smaller towns and markets.
Connectivity: Consider a local SIM card for easy communication and navigation throughout your trip.
This journey offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty, making it an unforgettable experience.
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International flights
Domestic flight ticket from Antalya to Istanbul
Insurance: All types
Turkey entry visa
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