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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
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.
This five-day adventure will take you to Istanbul and Cappadocia, two of the most-visited places in Turkey. In the first part of the trip, you will enjoy a full day of sightseeing tour in Istanbul, where you will be visiting all major highlights of the country, such as the Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.
As the city that straddles Asia and Europe, Istanbul is steeped in rich history. Formerly known as Constantinople, it was once part of Byzantine and Ottoman empires. Here you will find many ancient relics and landmarks of those bygone eras.
The next part of the tour, you will be visiting the incredible Cappadocia, known world over for its unique landscape. Here, you will spend two days exploring the wonders of the place, including the Goreme Open Air Museum and the underground city of Derinkuyu.
So come join us in this incredible tour of Istanbul and Cappadocia. You won’t have to spend a moment worrying about timing or transportation as everything has been arranged for you, even the Internal flight tickets.
This 1 day tour, starts from Istanbul, Turkey, and ends at Istanbul - Eminönü Ferry Stop, Turkey.
Duration: 09:00 to 12.30
Explore the beauties of Bosphorus shores with this short trip.
This tour includes a Bosphorus Cruise and visits the Spice Bazaar, Rustempasa Mosque and concludes with the arrival to pier in Eminonu.
In 2 Days you can visit the most popular places in Istanbul. The first-day itinerary includes the best of the Old City like Hagia Sophia Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrom of Constantinapolis, and more. The second-day itinerary includes the Bosphorus, Dolmabahce Palace, and more.
At the end of the tour, you will be enchanted by the information was given by your local guide.
With the tickets, already have for you, you will skip all the lines at the entrance of the museums, and easily start to visit. Transportation and Local guide is included. Entrance fees are also included.
Pick-up and Drop off are included.
Enjoy a mix of culture, adventure and relaxing moments as you discover the Unesco-listed sites of Romania during this guided, 14-day tour.
Included in the itinerary is the famous Horezu Monastery, the fortified churches of Transylvania, the old wooden churches of Maramures and an ancient fortress in the Orastie Mountains. Discover the painted monasteries of Bucovina as well as Sighisoara, the only medieval citadel in Europe that is still inhabited.
This trip starts and ends in Bucharest, the capital city, which you will explore on the second day of this trip. Also included in the itinerary is a guided walking tour of Cluj Napoca. Scroll down to the itinerary section for more details.
Known for its unique rock formations (fairy chimneys) that provided refuge to persecuted Christians, Cappadocia is one of the most popular destinations in the world. Cover the highlights of Cappadocia in just two days with this private, guided tour.
Your journey starts from Istanbul, Turkey's capital, where our driver will meet you and transfer you to the airport in the city. Hop on a flight to Cappadocia and, on reaching there, drive to your hotel in the city. See the highlights of Cappadocia on the second day. Marvel at its lunar landscape and visit the Devrent Valley that is home to countless fairy chimneys. See the mushroom-shaped pinnacles of Paşabag and visit Göreme's open-air museum.
Catch a flight back to Istanbul at the end of this tour.
Are you looking for something unique out of Istanbul? This seven-day West Black Sea Tour offers an amazing route, which will take you away from the stressful city environment.
Starting from amazing Sile, we head to Agva to discover its pure natural beauty. Then, we will drive east along the West Black Sea toward Akcakoca, enjoying the beautiful scenery on the way. We will visit the old city of Akcakoca and other local attractions, including Genoese Castle.
Next up in our destinations are Bolu, home to the beautiful Lake Abant, and then the town of Safranbolu, famed for Ottoman architecture. The last stop of our tour is Amasra, a beautiful Black Sea port town, where we will tour its local attractions before returning to Istanbul to end our trip.
Sightseeing ToursWalking tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
1-85 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Istanbul, Black Sea Region, Ağva
Istanbul, Black Sea Region, Ağva, Akcakoca, Lake Abant, Safranbolu, Amasra
Journey through history on this 3-day tour, exploring Turkey's most poignant and iconic ancient sites. Begin by honoring the past at the Gallipoli Battlefields, visiting solemn memorials like ANZAC Cove. Step back in time at Troy, home of the legendary Trojan Horse, and wander through the charming village of Behramkale. Finally, immerse yourself in the grandeur of Ephesus, an ancient wonder with its magnificent theater and the site of the Temple of Artemis. This tour offers a profound blend of historical reflection and cultural discovery.
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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