Essential Turkey (5 Star Hotels)

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Essential Turkey tour combines history, culture, wonders and natural phenomena. Discover the vibrant culture and welcoming tradition together with countless unique travel experiences. Roam the incredible palaces, bazaars and mosques of Istanbul before cruising right between Europe and Asia. Then journey into the bizarre as you explore other-worldly Cappadocia...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

What's this trip about?

    Essential Turkey tour combines history, culture, wonders and natural phenomena. Discover the vibrant culture and welcoming tradition together with countless unique travel experiences. Roam the incredible palaces, bazaars and mosques of Istanbul before cruising right between Europe and Asia. Then journey into the bizarre as you explore other-worldly Cappadocia and balloon over fairy-chimneys. Walk among the impressive ancient wonders of Pergamum & Ephesus and the natural treasures of Pamukkale. Pay your respects for the fallen at the shores of Gallipoli before returning to Istanbul.

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age rangeUp to 65 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityIstanbul
End CityIstanbul

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

Attractions

  • Istanbul

Activities

  • Culture

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 4

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 40

Trip includes

    • Accommodation : 5 star hotels Meals : 9 breakfasts, 6 dinners Transportation : Air-conditioned, modern coach or mini-bus. Airport Transfer(s) : From Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen Airport (on day 1) Tour Guiding : Services of experienced Travel Talk local guides licenced by the Ministry of Tourism. Free Wi-Fi : Complimentary hotel Wi-Fi ( where available )

Itinerary

Day 1: Istanbul

Welcome to Turkey! At the Istanbul airport terminal keep your eyes peeled for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. Meet in the hotel lobby at 7:00pm for an informal meeting with your group and guide. Until then, you can start to explore Istanbul like c...

Day 2: Istanbul City Tour

After breakfast, we begin to explore the magical old town of Istanbul. Stroll through the historical heart of the old city, making stops along the way to the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, majestic Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia. In the afternoon take an optional cruis...

Day 3: Istanbul, Cappadocia

Today we sit back and relax in the coach. Watch the amazing Turkish scenery unfold before us and see small towns and villages as we pass on by. We will drive through the capital city of Ankara before we reach Cappadocia. In the afternoon, we will visit Derinkuyu Under...

Day 4: Cappadocia

Rise and shine, it will be an early start for our optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over the stunning landscapes and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. Or if preferred enjoy a leisurely start to the morning before we all fill up on breakfast. We will explore the UNESCO...

Day 5: Cappadocia, Konya

It’s time to hit the road to Konya, home of the famous whirling dervishes – members of the Sufism order. Along the way we will stop at Devrent Valley, a unique honeycombed canyon with rock-cut underground dwellings and churches from the Byzantine period. You can relax...

Day 6: Konya, Pamukkale

Meet the diverse Turkish culture and its various facades today. Starting with an 8-century-old center of education and architectural beauty, Karatay Madrasa, continue to the Museum and Mausoleum of Mevlana, also globally known as Rumi. Explore the ideas and works of t...

Day 7: Pamukkale, Ephesus, Kusadasi

Get your cameras ready, as it is time to visit Pamukkale, or ‘cotton castle’ in Turkish. Pamukkale is a natural site that contains hot springs and travertine, giving the appearance of terraces made by carbonate minerals left by the flowing water. The ancient city of H...

Day 8: Kusadasi, Troy, Canakkale

After breakfast we will depart for ancient city of Troy. You may of heard of Troy from Greek mythology or maybe just watched the Brad Pitt movie, but now you will visit the ruins and archaeological site of the city of Troy, and of course the famous wooden horse. We wi...

Day 9: Canakkale, Gallipoli, Istanbul

Today we depart for the shores of Gallipoli. A place of important significance for Aussies and Kiwis, we will visit the beach and cemeteries at ANZAC Cove, before paying our respects at memorial sites Chunuk Bair and Lone Pine. In the afternoon, we will drive back to ...

Day 10: Istanbul

Our trip will end in Istanbul after we say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast and check-out of the hotel by 11:00am.

Meals Included

Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,139
Price per day$114
Last Updated: 2/24/2025
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$1,542
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$1,465
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$1,465
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$1,397
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$1,321
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$1,465
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$1,592
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$1,482

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.

Check current availability, prices, specials & more.

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.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Jan 2025

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Jan 2025

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My travelling family of 11 friends did…

My travelling family of 11 friends did the Turkey 19 day tour in June/July 2024, and it was an amazing experience (especially the 7 day Gullet cruise). Our guide Mus...

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Jan 2025

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Turkey tour

I went on the Turkey tour back in October with some friends and we had the greatest time! Our guide Mustafa was very knowledgeable and kept it fun. It was a very com...

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Any flights
    • Travel insurance
    • Meals not stated in the itinerary
    • Items of a personal nature
    • Tips & gestures
    • Visa fees
    • Entrance fees to the sights and museums
    • Optional activities
    • Other services not stated in the itinerary

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