Embark on a captivating 9‑day Aegean Adventure through Turkey’s most storied destinations—beginning with Istanbul’s iconic Topkapı Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and bustling Spice Market; journey onward to Gallipoli’s moving ANZAC sites before crossing into Çanakkale; explore the legendary ruins of Troy and the elevated grandeur of Pergamon; wander the ancient streets of Ephesus and the charming hillside village of Şirince; set sail across the Aegean for leisurely self-guided time on the Greek islands of Samos and Kos; and conclude this rich odyssey with a relaxing retreat in Bodrum before departure. The package includes airport transfers, comfortable hotel accommodations (4–5-star or equivalent), daily meals as indicated, expert local guides, luggage handling, local taxes, and entrance fees—excluding international flights, travel insurance, and gratuities.

Tour Details

Price Includes

Arrival transfer (Sabiha Gokcen Airport subject to surcharge)
Departure transfer to Bodrum port or airport of Bodrum.
Hotel Accommodation as proposed.
Meals are as indicated in the itineraries with code letters: B (Breakfast), L (Lunch), D (Dinner)
Professional tour guides throughout Turkey.
Luggage handling in the hotels.
Local taxes.
Museum entrance fees.

Price Excludes

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

Important Notes

Some of the July and August departures may stay in Izmir Kaya Thermal Hotel. Please consult our team 45 day in advance if you would like to know the hotel name.

Itinerary

Day 1Sat: 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 2Sun: Istanbul

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

Day 3Mon: Istanbul - Canakkale

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Gallipoli and visit Anzac Cove, Nek, Conk Bair, Lone Pine and 57th Regiment Memorial, cross the Dardanelles. Overnight stay in Canakkale.(BD)

Day 4Tue: Canakkale - Troy - Pergamum - Kusadasi

After breakfast at the hotel drive to legendary Troy; the site where the Trojan War took place, crossing the mountain Ida arrival to Pergamum visit Acropolis and overnight stay in Kusadasi. (BD)

Day 5Wed: Kusadasi - Ephesus - Sirince - Kusadasi

After breakfast a short drive to visit Ephesus, we will have the opportunity to discover and understand the rich history behind local handicrafts like hand-made carpets, leather. We 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 Kusadasi for overnight stay. (BD)

Day 6Thu: Kusadasi - Samos

After breakfast transfer to port for the ferry to Samos (Greek Island). Self touring at this authentic Greek Island. Late afternoon take the return ferry to Kusadasi transfer to your hotel for overnight.(BD)

Day 7Fri: Bodrum

After breakfast transfer to Bodrum. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay in Bodrum. (B)

Day 8Sat: Bodrum

After breakfast transfer to port for the ferry to Kos (Greek Island). Self touring in the island of Kos until the return ferry at the late afternoon. Upon your arrival to Bodrum transfer to your hotel.(B)