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Discover the ancient wonders of southeastern Turkey on this 5-day tour from Cappadocia to Istanbul. Explore the colossal statues of Mount Nemrut, sacred landmarks in Sanliurfa, and the Neolithic temples of Göbekli Tepe and Karahan Tepe, among the oldest in the world. Cruise along the Euphrates to the semi-submerged town of Halfeti before heading to Gaziantep, home to exquisite Roman mosaics and a celebrated food culture. With its mix of archaeology, legend and dramatic landscapes, this short journey offers a captivating glimpse into one of Turkey’s most storied regions.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Adiyaman
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Adiyaman, Sanliurfa
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Explore the most prominent tourist attractions in Romania on an 8-day tour from Budapest.
Our tour will take you through the historical regions of Transylvania and Bukovina, where you will discover some of the most famous landmarks in the area, such as the Turda Salt Mine and the Painted Monasteries of Bucovina.
You will also tour two of Transylvania's medieval cities, Sighisoara and Brasov, as well as explore the Saxon settlement of Viscri. Your tour will come to an end in Bucharest, but not before visiting two of Romania's most stunning medieval castles: Peles Castle and Bran Castle.
Please see the detailed itinerary for more information on sites and activities.
This is a private transportation tour that includes car and driver. The tour starts from Athens and includes two amazing days to see the most majestic archaeological places of the Peloponnese peninsula in southern Greece.
We'll explore ancient Corinth and historical Mycenae, including the Canal of Corinth. We'll spend the night in Delphi and enjoy free time in the evening. The next morning, we will head to Ancient Sparta and then to Mystras where you will be able to enjoy the views of the castle. Our final destination before our return is the Ancient "Sacred Forrest" which was the name of Ancient Olympia and it's built on the North riverbank of Alfeios.
Please note: this tour does NOT include accommodation in Delphi. Accommodation (including that of a the driver) must be arranged by the travelers. Pick up and drop off in Athens is included.
•For 7-10 travelers, we will use 2 transfers for your transportation:
A) Mercedes Benz Vito Tourer (capacity: 7 travelers),
B) Scoda Octavia yellow cab taxi (capacity: 3 travelers)
•If travelers are more than 10, you can send us a request and we will check the available dates in order to make your tour.
See some of the most popular destinations in Turkey during this guided, nine-day trip. Discover the myths and legends surrounding Ephesus and snap pictures of white travertine pools in Pamukkale. Explore one of the most popular tourist cities in Turkey, Antalya, and stay in a cave hotel in Cappadocia.
Included in this trip are eight nights of accommodation, most meals, museum entry fees, transportation and domestic flights. Simply sit back and enjoy exploring some of most famous destinations of Turkey. Please note that we do not operate big bus tours with 40 people in one bus. We operate small-group tours of up to 15 people.
The flights from and to Istanbul that we generally use are listed below. However, this may vary due to availability reasons.
From Istanbul: Departure between 07:00 am & 07:30 am, landing in Izmir between 08:00 am & 08:30 am.
From Cappadocia: Departure between 19:00 to 21:30 and landing in Istanbul between 20:30 & 23:00.
Are you looking for a short but intensive tour of Albania? Then this is the tour for you. Join us as we travel to Albania's major highlights during this four-day, guided tour. We will pick you up at the airport in Tirana on the first day of the tour and drive you to Berat, known for it churches, mosques and watchtowers, all packed inside city walls.
Leave Berat for Gjirokaster on the second day of the tour. This city is known for its a well-preserved Ottoman architecture. The third day of the tour will take you to Butrint, known for its ancient amphitheatre, castle and church. The highlight of this day is the hypnotic Blue Eye spring, known for its hundred shades of blue.
We will drive you back to Tirana on the fourth day of the tour with a stop at Apollonia. Enjoy your lunch at Llogara National Park before continuing your journey to the capital city. For more details please go through the itinerary below.
Explore Turkey like never during this private, guided, 13-day tour. Take in the sights and sounds of Istanbul with your tour guide during two full-day tours before heading for Cappadocia, the land of fairy chimneys and ancient churches.
Uncover the myths and legends surrounding Christianity in Ephesus. See its ancient ruins, including the House of the Virgin Mary. Continue to Pergamon, yet another historic destination and home to one of the Seven Churches of Asia according to the Book of Revelation. See the calcium terraces of Pamukkale before heading for the coastal city of Bodrum, the final destination in the itinerary.
Unlike most other Turkey tours, this trip includes a visit to Prince's Islands in Istanbul. Domestic flights are included in the tour price. Please note that we can also customize the itinerary as per your requirements.
PARTIALLY GUIDED TOUR: Embark on an 8-day tour through Greece, starting in Athens with a city tour and visits to the Acropolis and Acropolis Museum. Enjoy a full-day cruise to Hydra, Poros, and Aegina. Explore historic sites like the Corinth Canal, Epidaurus, Mycenae, and Olympia, then visit Delphi and the stunning monasteries of Meteora. Conclude the adventure with a stop at Thermopylae and then return to Athens.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Kalabaka
Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Kalabaka
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Discover Istanbul, Ankara and Cappadocia on this 6-day tour. Begin in Istanbul with a visit to the vibrant Spice Market, a scenic Bosphorus cruise, and landmarks like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Explore the opulent Topkapi Palace before continuing to Ankara to visit the Anatolian Civilizations Museum and Atatürk’s Mausoleum. Journey on to Cappadocia to see the Göreme Open Air Museum, Uchisar Village and Derbent Valley’s fairy chimneys. The tour concludes with a return flight to Istanbul.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia
Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia
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Start and end in Istanbul on this unique 11-day in-depth cultural tour of Istanbul, Cappadocia, and 8 other destinations in eastern Turkey. The tour includes accommodation, domestic flights, an expert guide, insurance, meals, transport, and more.
Enjoy a two-day tour of Istanbul before flying to Cappadoccia for another two-day tour of this stunning region. We’ve made sure you have enough time to see the best highlights of both places. Then, head by road to eastern Turkey, to the heart of ancient Mesopotamia to discover the heritage of eastern civilization.
Eastern Turkey is a region in eastern Anatolia (Asia Minor) that borders Georgia, Armenia, Iran, Iraq, and Syria. It is a fascinating part of Turkey with an impressive history. The southeastern corner of this region, where the mighty Tigris and Euphrates rivers flow, is where Mesopotamia rose and is now known as the cradle of modern civilization. Eastern Turkey also has some of the country’s most outstanding scenery, with its impressive snow-capped mountains, massive lakes, gushing rivers, and immense fields of wildflowers.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
1-90 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Mardin, Ga
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Mardin, Gaziantep, Adiyaman, Gobekli Tepe
Immerse yourself in Turkish cuisine with an exclusive cooking class right in your hotel's kitchen. A local chef will guide you through a four-hour session where you'll learn to prepare delicious, authentic dishes. You get to keep the recipes, and the class concludes with a meal of your own creation in the hotel's rooftop restaurant.
The class is held in the hotel's kitchen and features a local chef as instructor. During the four-hour class, Recipes are provided for your keeping and the group enjoys a delicious meal of their own creation in the rooftop restaurant at the end of the session.