Highlights of Turkey
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Highlights
- Visit the ancient cities of Troy, Pergamom, Hierapolis and Ephesus
- Explore the iconic sights in Istanbul such as the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace
- Relax in the resort town of Kusadasi
- Marvel at the beauty of Pammukale’s terraces and hot springs
- Admire the unique beauty of Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys
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Trip includes
- 9 nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. The majority of our accommodations are of a 3- and 4-star standard, offering excellent value, comfort and convenience
- Single travellershave the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
- 9 Breakfasts, 7 Dinners*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
- Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats
- Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
- Discover Istanbul on an orientation tour
- Marvel at the beautiful Blue Mosque
- See Topkapi Palace and the Hippodrome
- Take a historical tour of the Gallipoli Battlefields
- Learn about the Trojan War with a visit to Troy
- Visit the ancient city of Pergamon, UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Spend two nights in the resort town of Kuşadasi
- Explore the site of the Temple of Artemis in Ephesus
- Stroll through the beautiful Şirince Village
- Experience traditional Turkish carpet weaving
- Explore the majestic calcium travertines of Pamukkale
- Enjoy a tour of the ancient Greek city of Hierapolis
- Stop at the Sultanhani Caravanserai along the Silk Road
- Visit the intriguing Mevlana Museum
- See the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia
- Explore the Göreme Valley Open Air Museum
- Visit Kaymakli's Underground City
- Explore Ankara, Turkey’s capital city
- Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
- Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details
Itinerary
Welcome to Istanbul and the first day of this magical trip around Turkey! If you arrive on Day 1 or have booked pre-accommodation through us, enjoy a complimentary transfer to the hotel. Get settled at the hotel and then the day is free to wander through t...
After breakfast, join your tour leader on an orientation tour of Istanbul. One of the things that makes Istanbul such a fascinating city is that it spans over two continents! One side lies in Europe and the other in Asia. On this tour, see famous landmarks like the Bl...
Today, visit the WWI Battlefields of Gallipoli. This haunting location is where 30,000 British and Commonwealth soldiers lost their lives but it is also where three national identities were born - Turkey, New Zealand and Australia. The tour includes visits to th...
Take a step back in time this morning and visit the city of Troy. This is the home of the famed Trojan Horse and site of the Trojan War in the 12th century! After delving into Trojan history, the tour makes its way to the magnificent Acropolis of Pergamum. Here, embar...
Immerse yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre. Next, move on to the former Greek village of Şirince, meaning ‘pleasant’. According to legen...
Start off the morning by enjoying a display of locally handcrafted leather goods. Next, travel on to one of the highlights of this tour - Pamukkale! This town is home to magnificent white calcium terraces, known as travertines. In Roman times, the natural hot spring w...
Today, travel along the ancient Silk Road! Visit Sultanhani Caravanserai - a caravanserai is a roadside inn where traders used to stopover and rest on their travels. Follow in the footsteps of all the traders that came before you! Look forward to another stop in Konya...
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia through the Göreme Valley Open Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Turkey’s most famous destinations. These magnificent rock-cut churches are bound to leave you awestruck! Why not find a rooftop bar or café a...
Leave for Ankara early this morning. Arrive and visit Anitkabir, the mausoleum of the famed President Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. In 1923, Ataturk declared Ankara as the capital city of modern Turkey. This bustling capital is famous for its performing arts with a variety o...
Enjoy a final Turkish breakfast together with the group as the tour comes to an end this morning. After an incredible 10 days on tour, it’s time to say goodbye to your new travel friends. Expat Explore hopes to welcome you onto a tour again soon!
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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What's excluded
- Entrance FeesPlease note that entrance fees for the following experiences on this tour are not included in the tour price. Please allocate an additional EUR 210 for excluded costs, which include the entry fees listed below, and keep this in mind as you budget for your trip.
- Prices and exchange rates may change without notice, so the following is provided as a guide only. You can check the current exchange rate here.
- Topkapi Palace - EUR 50
- Troy Ancient Site - EUR 27
- Pergamon Ancient Site - EUR 15
- Pergamum Cable Car - EUR 10
- Efes Ancient Site - EUR 40
- Pamukkale Ancient Site - EUR 30
- Sultanhani Cervansary - EUR 2
- Goreme Open-Air Museum - EUR 20
- Kaymakli Underground City - EUR 13
- International flightsTravel to the start point and from the endpoint is not included. We recommend using Skyscanner to find the best deals on international flights.
- Travel insuranceFor a relatively small price, travel insurance provides you with the peace of mind so that you can enjoy your tour without any worries.
- All passengers travelling on an Expat Explore tour are required to have valid travel insurance cover and you are responsible for arranging your own insurance. Click here for more information.
- 9 Breakfasts, 7 Dinners
*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
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