10‑day “Classical Turkey” journey begins and ends in Istanbul and takes you on a vibrant exploration of Turkey’s most iconic highlights. You’ll wander through Istanbul’s regal Topkapı Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and bustling Grand Bazaar; venture into the heart of Cappadocia with its unique landscapes, underground cities, and cave dwellings; marvel at the thermal terraces of Pamukkale and the ancient ruins of Hierapolis and the Temple of Artemis en route to Ephesus. The adventure continues through the archaeological treasures of Pergamum and Troy, and the poignant World War I site of Gallipoli, before returning to Istanbul for departure. The package includes superior 4‑5 star accommodations (with an optional cave‑hotel upgrade in Cappadocia), daily meals as per the itinerary, professional guides, transfers, luggage handling, local taxes, and entrance fees—excluding international flights, insurance, and personal gratuities

Tour Details

Price Includes

Arrival transfer (Sabiha Gokcen Airport subject to surcharge)
Departure transfer 09:00 and 13:00 shuttles (only new airport)
Hotel Accommodation proposed.
Meals are as indicated in the itineraries with code letters: B (Breakfast), L (Lunch), D (Dinner)
Professional tour guides throughout Turkey Programs.
Luggage handling in the hotels.
Local taxes.
Museum entrance fees.

Price Excludes

International Flights.
Travel insurance (Recommended).
Customary gratitude to your guide and driver.
Personal expenses.

Itinerary

Day 1Fri: Istanbul

Upon your arrival, you will be met by our representative before transfer to your Hotel.
Spend the rest of the day at your own leisure.

Day 2Sat: Istanbul Full Day

After breakfast at the hotel, a guided tour to Topkapi Palace, St. Sophia, Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar will commence. The day ends with an overnight stay in Istanbul.(B)

Day 3Sun: Istanbul- Ankara - Cappadocia

After breakfast, we depart for Ankara where we will visit Mausoleum of Ataturk and its Museum. This is the burial place of the national hero who founded modern Republic of Turkey. We then depart for Cappadocia. After a picturesque trip along the Salt Lake, we will arrive in Cappadocia for an overnight stay. (BD)

Day 4Mon: Cappadocia Full Day

Early in the morning an optional Balloon tour is available. Then, full day excursion in Cappadocia including visits to the Kaymakli Underground City, Open Air Museum in Goreme and natural fortress in Uchisar. Lunch in a cave rest. to taste famous Pottery Kebap. Here, we will have the opportunity to discover and understand the rich history behind local handicrafts like hand-made carpets, Turkish tiles, onyx and potteries.
Optional night tour with a Turkish show and dinner is avaliable tonight. Overnight stay in Cappadocia. (BL)

Day 5Tue: Cappadocia - Konya - Pamukkale

Early departure for Pamukkale. On the way, visit the 13th century Seljukian masterpiece Sultanhan Caravanserai before arrival in Konya. After visiting the Mausoleum of Mevlana, we continue our drive to Pamukkale for an overnight stay. (BD)

Day 6Wed: Pamukkale - Izmir

After breakfast, visit the ancient Hierapolis with the magnificent Necropolis, graveyard and the lime cascade. Thereafter, we continue our drive to Selcuk to visit Temple of Artemis ”one of the seven wonders of the ancient world” then continue to Izmir for overnight stay. (BD)

Day 7Thu: Izmir - Ephesus - Sirince - Izmir

Morning drive to Ancient city of Ephesus where we will visit its magnificent library, theater and temples. Lunch in nomadic tent in Selcuk to taste Turkish Gozleme.
Continue to marvelous village of Sirince where you be able to experience one of the most beautiful villages in Turkey. You can do shopping and taste delicious wines of the village. Return to Izmir for overnight stay. (BLD)

Day 8Fri: Izmir - Pergamum - Canakkale

Early departure for Bergama to visit the Asklepion with its well preserved remains before continuing to Troy; the site where the legendary Trojan War took place. Drive to Canakkale for an overnight stay. (BD)

Day 9Sat: Canakkale - Gallipoli - Istanbul

After breakfast, we will cross the Dardanelles then continue to Gallipoli to visit Anzac Cove, Nek, Conk Bair, Lone Pine and 57th Regiment Memorial. Arrival in Istanbul for an overnight stay. (B)