14 Days Istanbul-Gallipoli-Troy-Ephesus-Pamukkale-Blue Cruie-Antalya Tour Package

Starts in: İstanbul
Ends in: İstanbul
Duration: 14 Days 13 Nights
Tour Highlights: Visit Istanbul, Bosphorus, Ottoman and Byzantian Relics, Walk through Gallipoli war sights and memorials, Explore Troy and Pergamon ancient cities Ephesus Ancient City, House of Virgin Mary, Artemis Temple, Pamukkale, Hierapolis Ancient City, Hot spring travertines. Enjoy Blue Cruise from Fethiye to Dalaman. Explore the ancient sites Side-Perge-Aspendos in Antalya.

Day 1: Arrive in Istanbul

Your driver will be waiting for you when you arrive at Istanbul Airport to transport you to your hotel. After your flight, please take your time to check-in and relax in your room. In Istanbul, you will have free time and stay the night.

Day 2: Full Day Classical Old City Tour (Breakfast-Lunch included)

Pick up from your hotel in the morning for the Classical Old City Tour. Our first stop is the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, which was once a church under the Byzantine Empire and was transformed to a mosque after the Ottoman Empire conquered Istanbul. The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque is regarded as one of the world's finest architectural masterpieces and is regarded as the world's eighth wonder.
Then we stroll to the Blue Mosque, a must-see and one of Istanbul's most popular attractions. Its breathtaking ambiance will take your breath away. It is known for its tiles and six minarets, making it a one-of-a-kind structure.
The Hippodrome, Sultanahmet's main square, will be our next stop. It was where horse races were held under the Byzantine Empire. The first part of the Byzantine and Ottoman Relics Tour ends, and then we have lunch at a nice restaurant.
We'll go to the Grand Covered Bazaar after lunch. It is the world's oldest bazaar and may be regarded the forerunner of contemporary retail malls. You will be able to shop for yourself as well as buy gifts for your family and friends.
Topkapi Palace is the last stop on our tour. It was the Ottoman Sultans' principal home. We view the Sultans' personal possessions as well as religious artifacts. The palace's yard and vista are breathtaking.
We drop you off at your hotel about 17:00 at the end of the trip.

Day 3: Full Day Bosphorus Cruise and Golden Horn Tour(Breakfast-Lunch included)

We pick you up from your hotel at about 8:00 a.m. and take you to Miniaturk, where we will give you a fantastic tour of Turkey since this location is also known as a little model of Turkey. Then we travel to Pierre Loti Hill, where you can see the Golden Horn and Istanbul from above. There are several lovely cafes on the top of the hill where you may have your tea while taking nice photos ofthe view. We take a cable car down the hill and then visit Eyup Sultan Mosque. Thousands of people visit this mosque every day since it played an essential role throughout the Ottoman Empire.
After a great lunch in a restaurant, we continue our journey in Istanbul with a boat tour on the Bosphorus. Maiden's Tower, Rumeli Fortress, Ortaköy Mosque, Anadolu Fortress, Raan Palace, Dolmabahçe Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, Küçüksu Kasr, Beylerbeyi Palace, and many more Ottoman mansions, palaces, villas, and beautiful houses on both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul are among the sights seen during the boat cruise on the Bosphorus. Your guide provides you with all of the necessary information about these locations. We return to the dock after the trip.
We drop you off at your hotel about 17:00 after your unforgettable Bosphorus Cruise and Istanbul City Tour.
Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 4: Gallipoli Tour (Breakfast-Lunch included)

The driver will pick you up from 06:30-7:00 a.m. and take you to Gallipoli. VisitDardanelles Memorials, Brighton Beach, Beach Cemetery, ANZAC Cove, Ariburnu Cemetery, ANZAC Commemorative Site, Respect to Mehmetcik Statue, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Johnstons Jolly (Turkish and Allied trenches and tunnels), Turkish 57. Infantry Regiment Cemetery, The Nek, Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial Lunch break at a nearby diner in the middle of the day. The trip concludes with a ferry ride to Canakkale, where you can check into your hotel and spend the night.

Day 5: Troy and Pergamum Tour (Breakfast- Lunch included)

After breakfast at the hotel, the tour guide will pick you up about 08:30-08:45 a.m. and take you on a tour of Troy Ancient City. Sightseeing tour of ten ancient cities constructed on top of one another, including the Trojan Horse, Apollo Temple, fortified city walls, Roman Theater, and Greco-Roman Senate.
Drive to Pergamum Ancient City which has one of the most important libraries in the ancient world as well as the Zeus Altar after visiting Troy. Lunch break at a nearby restaurant in the middle of the day. Drive to Kusadasi or Selcuk after visiting the ancient city. In Kusadasi / Selcuk, check into a hotel and spend the night.

Day 6: Ephesus Tour(Breakfast-Lunch included)

After breakfast at the hotel, pick up from the hotel and drive to the meeting point for Ephesus Tour.
On our Ephesus Tour, we visit the Artemis Temple, one of the ancient world's seven wonders, Ephesus Ancient City, Hadrian Temple, Celsus Library, Theater, Hamams, and Old Harbor. Lunch break at a local restaurant in the middle of the day. The final place to see is the House of Virgin Mary, where the Virgin Mary spent her final five years before her death and which the Vatican has designated as a pilgrimage site.
Transfer to a hotel in Kusadasi / Selcuk at the end of the tour for an overnight stay.

Day 7: Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour / Bus to Fethiye (Breakfast-Lunch included)

After breakfast at the hotel, the tour guide will pick you up around 07:30-08:00 a.m. to take you on the Pamukkale-Hierapolis Tour. Upon arrival, we have lunch at a local restaurant. Then we start the tour.
Hot springs and travertines, or terraces of carbonate minerals left by flowing and cooling water, can be found in Pamukkale. Turks call it ‘Cotton Castle- Pamukkale' because it resembles cotton. People used to come to Hierapolis Ancient City, a Unesco World Heritage Site, to relieve their ailments during retirement and die there. You can cool off by walking on the terraces or swimming in the Cleopatra Swimming Pool (This is optional).
After the tour, transfer to the bus station and take the local bus to Fethiye. Upon arrival, meet our staff at the bus station and drive to your hotel in Fethiye. Overnight in Fethiye.

Day 8: Blue Cruise from Fethiye to Dalaman(Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner included)

After breakfast, leave your accommodation at about 9:30 a.m. and go to the port. Embark to the boat and get a briefing about the 4 Days Blue Cruise Tour.
Sail to Samanlik Bay and stop for a swim and lunch. Visit Butterfly Valley, which is home to 136 different kinds of butterflies and moths, if the weather permits. While you're here, go swimming and for a walk. After there, it's on to Oludeniz (The Blue Lagoon), one of Turkey's most beautiful coastal resorts. Last trip to St. Nicholas Island's Byzantine ruins. Onboard, dinner is served.
Free time in the evening and overnight on board.

Day 9: Blue Cruise from Fethiye to Dalaman (Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner included)

We'll leave just after sunrise for Firnaz Bay, where we'll have breakfast and swim. Following that, we'll set sail for lunch at Kas, a little fishing community. The Roman theater, antiphellos, Lycian rock tombs, and sarcophagi can all be located here. We take a break for a swim in Kekova, where city ruins may be seen from the lake.
Onboard, dinner will be served.
Free time in the evening and overnight on board.

Day 10: Blue Cruise from Fethiye to Dalaman (Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner included)

Depart for the Sunken City of Kekova, a Lycian-Roman archaeological site, after breakfast. Simena is a traditional Turkish fishing village with an Ottoman fortress and ancient tombs. If you're interested, Gokkaya Bay offers a variety of water activities. Onboard, dinner is served.
Free time in the evening and overnight on board.

Day 11: Blue Cruise from Fethiye to Dalaman (Breakfast included)

We cruise to Andriace Harbour after breakfast, passing through Pirates Cave. It's time to disembark now. Taking the bus to Demre and, if required, stopping along the route for an ATM and shopping. You will arrive in Antalya at 11:00 a.m. and be transported to your hotel.

Day 12: Side-Perge-Aspendos Tour in Antalya (Breakfast-Lunch included)

At 8:00 a.m., you will be picked up from your accommodation and taken to Perge, an ancient Greek city. During the Hellenistic period, it served as the capital of Pamphylia and was one of the four major cities along with Side, Aspendos, and Silion. The temple dedicated to Artemis in Perge is well-known. Perge was ruled by three distinct nations, the Greeks, Persians, and Romans, and as a result, it has a lengthy history and is a melting pot of civilizations, inviting visitors to explore.
Our Antalya tour continues with Aspendos, another wonderful Pamphylian city. The importance of Aspendos stems from its location on a major commerce route. Aspendos is known for its magnificent theater. One of the most famous theatres in the world is Aspendos.
A lunch break at a beautiful restaurant where you will enjoy some delicious Turkish cuisine.
Our next visit is Side, an old Greek city with a wonderful port. Side is one of Pamphylia's most significant cities and commerce centers due to its harbor. The city was left in ruins after several invasions and natural calamities, and it is regarded as one of Asia Minor's most noteworthy.
We stop at Kursunlu Waterfall on the route to Antalya town for a break after such a long day in the ancient world.
After the tour, transfer to the airport for the domestic flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, our staff will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 13: Free Day in Istanbul (Breakfast included)

Breakfast at the hotel. Today is your free day in Istanbul. You can explore the city on your own, do some shopping and stroll in the city.
Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 14: Farewell to Turkey (Breakfast included)

Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Transfer to the airport according to your flight time. You are required to do a self-check-in. Our service ends here. We would like to see you again in Turkey. Have a safe flight.

Included

  • Hotels with breakfast
  • Domestic flights (15kg baggage allowance pp)
  • Airport pickups and drop-offs mentioned on the itinerary
  • Bus transfers
  • Meals as specified on tours (special meals as vegetarian, vegan, halal options are also available)
  • Entrance fees for sights and museums mentioned on the itinerary
  • Professional English speaking guide

Excluded

  • Personal expenses
  • Beverages during lunch
  • Meals not specified
  • Cleopatra Swimming Pool entrance fee
  • Medical insurance
  • Tip to guide and driver