THE 10 BEST Escorted and Guided Tours and Trips in Turkey 2025/2026

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Accommodations

BudgetSimple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Mid-rangeComfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
PremiumUpscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.

Private Easymade Turkey Tour

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Embark on an unforgettable 10-day journey through Turkey's most iconic historical sites and breathtaking landscapes. Explore Istanbul's majestic Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, then reflect at the solemn Gallipoli Battlefields. Step back in time at ancient Troy and the impressive Pergamon Acropolis. Wander through the ancient city of Ephesus, marvel at Pamukkale's white terraces, and trace the historic Silk Road to Konya. Conclude your adventure amidst Cappadocia's unique fairy chimneys and underground cities. This comprehensive tour offers a deep dive into Turkey's rich heritage and natural beauty.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Gallipoli , Pergamon

Istanbul, Gallipoli , Pergamon, Kusadasi, Hierapolis, Konya, Goreme

Duration10 days

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Turkey Discovery & Anzac Day

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Discover the grandiose beauty and charming chaos of Istanbul and delve into history while commemorating the fallen on Anzac day at the shores of Gallipoli. Visit ancient cities of Troy, Pergamon and the fascinatingly well-preserved Ephesus with your expert local guide. Soak in the healing waters of Pamukkale and witness the incredible white pool terraces from up close. Embrace Rumi’s timeless philosophy under the charm of the whirling dervishes of Konya. Roam among fairy-chimneys of the otherworldly Cappadocia, and explore the capital city, Ankara, where stands the mausoleum of Ataturk, the founder of the Modern Turkish Republic.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-95 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Ankara, Canakkale, Gal

Istanbul, Ankara, Canakkale, Gallipoli Peninsula, Kusadasi, Pamukkale, Konya, Cappadocia

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Duration12 days

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Wonderful Turkey With Cappadocia, Private Tour

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The best tour in Turkey, including Istanbul, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Pamukkale & Capppadocia. This is an exquisite tour for you with all the bells and whistles. There are no long bus rides just domestic flights getting you to your destination comfortable and relaxed.

Art and architecture

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Izmir, Kusadasi, Cappadocia

Duration8 days

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Istanbul Classics and Highlights Full Day

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This tour is a must in Istanbul. You will begin the day with Roman Hippodrome, where the chariot races were organised by the Romans and Byzantines. Blue Mosque-the first mosque with six minarets and its surroundings will be our next place to visit. Next, you will see the German Fountain - a gift of Kaiser Wilhelm 2. And listen the stories of his liaison with the orient. Hagia Sophia - The Church of Divine Wisdom is the highlight of this day. Following the visits your guide will take you the Grand Bazaar for demonstration of Turkish Handicrafts. After Grand Bazaar we will have lunch. Following lunch the next stop is Topkapi Palace Museum. This is the big one...the most important museum of Turkey and the Balkan Peninsula. It is an incomparably rich treasure chest, brimming with things of historical importance. First, second, third and fourth courtyards; the Audience Hall, Divan-the High Court, Historical Kitchens, Royal Stables, the Treasury, gardens, kiosks…Probably the best commentary on Ottoman History, art and its culture is simply to come direct to the First Courtyard of this amazing Palace. Next place to see is Hagia Irene Church (from outside). Our final place of interest are Caferaga Medrese and Sogukcesme Street. All in all, to see these things with a great guide...well, you will never be quite the same again.

Walking tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration8 hours

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Pera at Nights

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Meeting in front of Starbucks near The Marmara Hotel at Taksim Square. First taste is ‘’Wet Burger’’. Visit Hacıbekir Sweet Shop, confiseur since 1777, to taste the best Lokum (Turkish Delight) and colourful “Bonbon Turc”. Experiencing different sidewalk tastes, wander through Flower Passage and Nevizade Street. Explore the uncharted side-streets of Pera, cultural heart of İstanbul. Tasting kebap wraps at Dürümzade famed by Anthony Bourdain. Hazzapoulo Passage for Turkish Coffee and watch “coffee fortune telling”. Visit a typical Meyhane (Turkish Tavern) to enjoy the Turkish Meze and Turkish Rakı. Hope to meet at another walk…

Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration3 hours

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Private Ephesus Tour From Kusadasi Port

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This Full-day Guided Tour From Kusadasi Takes You To Explore What Is Unquestionably One Of The Most Significant Sites Of Antiquity. The Largest Open-air Museum In Turkey, Ephesus Contains More Than 30 Buildings And Structures Linked Together By Streets That Still Have The Marks Of Ancient Chariot Wheels. Your Guide Will Show You The Breathtaking Great Theatre, Where St. Paul Preached Against The Pagans And Gladiators Once Engaged In Battle. Walk Along Marble Street To The Library Of Celsus - The Facade Of Which Has Been Remarkably Restored And Is Probably The Most Photographed Exhibit In Ephesus. You Will Also Visit The Temple Of Hadrian, Roman Baths, And Many Other Remarkable Ruins. After Ephesus We Take A Short But Scenic Journey to The Church Of The Virgin Mary . According To Christian Tradition, Mary Was Brought To Ephesus By The Apostle John After The Resurrection Of Christ And Lived Her Final Days Here. This Church Was Erected On The Foundation Of That House, And Its Authenticity Has Been Confirmed By Pope Paul VI And Pope John Paul II. Many Visitors Describe This As An Uplifting Or Spiritual Experience. Finally We End The Day At The Site Of The Temple Of Artemis, One Of The Seven Wonders Of The Ancient World. Today There Are Only A Series Of Columns And Scattered Ruins Of This Marvelous Hellenistic Construction, Though The Grandeur Of This Colossal Structure Once Exceeded That Of The Parthenon. After The tour We Escort You Back To The Port.

Sightseeing Tours

Tour Type

Private Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kusadasi, Ephesus

Duration6 hours

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Troy Experience Group Tour

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This 1 day tour, starts and ends in Istanbul, Turkey. This is a full day tour starting and ending in Istanbul. It visits ancient Troy of Helen and Paris fame and scene of Homer's 'The Iliad', the battle of Troy and the Trojan Horse'. Departing along the scenic coastline of the Sea of Marmara, we journey back in time with a visit to the ancient city of Troy — legendary home of the famous Trojan Horse and the timeless tale of Helen of Sparta and Paris of Troy.

War sites

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Canakkale, Troy

Duration1 day

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Best of Cappadocia in 2 Days

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Known world over for its dramatic landscape shaped largely by volcanic rock into towers valleys and caves over time, Cappadocia is among the most visited places in Turkey. This is the best two-day tour of Cappadocia designed for first-time visitors. The top highlights of this incredibly beautiful region include Goreme Open Air Museum, Derinkuyu/Ozkonak Underground City, Urgup Village, Esentepe Panorama, Pigeon Valley, Avanos Village, Fairy Chimneys, Devrent Valley and Rose Valley and much more. We promise you that the two-day you spend exploring Cappadocia in this group tour will be filled with exciting discoveries and awe-inspiring vistas. Come join us in this adventure.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-79 yrs

Operated in

english, japanese

Destinations

Cappadocia, Istanbul

Duration2 days

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Bosphorus Cruise, Dolmabahce Palace & Uskudar Full Day

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We will start the day with Spice Bazaar our guide explain the miracle of the herbs and we can taste delicious Turkish delights here. We depart from Spice Bazaar to have a sightseeing tour of the Golden Horn. Then we will join the cruise on Bosphorus by public boat in 90 Minutes. From the awe-inspiring Dolmabahce Palace to the ancient Walls of Constantine and onto the Topkapi Palace, experience the best views the city has to offer while enjoying a wonderfull cruise along the Bosphorus. A journey along the Bosphorus with Cruise will give you a unique insight into the great city’s history. We will cross from Beşiktaş to Üsküdar by boat and have lunch here in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, we visit Üsküdar district. We will start our program with Şemsi Pasha Mosque from 16th century, designed by Ottoman imperial architect Mimar Sinan for Grand Vizier Şemsi Pasha. Continue to explore Üsküdar with Yeni Valide Mosque from 18th century. And the last mosque we see here is another masterpiece of Mimar Sinan, dedicated to the daughter of Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent, Mihrimah Sultan Mosque. Before crossing back to European side by boat, we visit local Fish Market. And finally, last stop of the day is Dolmabahçe Palace. We will visit this marvellous palace building which is built in last period of Ottoman Empire in the 19th century.

Walking tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

1-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration8 hours

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Cooking Class in Istanbul

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Vine leaves drizzled in honey and stuffed with fresh cheese, flaky pastries, oven-fired flatbreads, and meats grilled with fragrant spices—Turkey is a food lover's paradise. Learn how to prepare traditional recipes during a hands-on cooking class at the Deraliye Restaurant followed by lunch or dinner. After you're picked up from your hotel, head to the Deraliye Ottoman Restaurant, the venue for your cooking class. Meet your instructor—a professional chef—and head into the kitchen to start your class. Whether you're a novice in the kitchen or a master chef, this class introduces you to traditional Turkish ingredients and cooking techniques so you can recreate the delicious cuisine of Istanbul at home. Spend about 2 hours working together in the kitchen to prepare a gourmet meal using fragrant herbs and spices along with regional produce. Once you're done, head into the dining room and gather around a table to share you meal, chatting about each dish and sipping wine as you savor the fruits of your labor.

Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration3 hours

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Kadıköy (Chalcedon) Treasures

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Meeting in front of famous Güllüoğlu Baklava Shop at Karaköy, one of the oldest districts of İstanbul. Traditional breakfast amongst the variety of authentic eatery shops. Ferry to Kadıköy, ancient Chalcedon, where Ecumenical Council met (451 AD) to bring an end to the ecclesiastical chaos. This will not be only a culinary walk but as well a stroll through the city’s Asian Side to discover its local culture. Visit different shops at Kadıköy. Fish Market and meeting new tastes of Turkish Cuisine. Typical delicatessen, muhallebi or baklava. Main course at the famous Çiya Restaurant with special tastes. Gossips of the day at a typical Turkish Coffee House. Ferry to Karaköy. Hope to meet at another walk…

Walking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration5 hours

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Top Highlights of Istanbul in 4 Hours

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Top highlights of Istanbul in 4 hours is a half-day tour that takes you to the main tourist attractions in Istanbul. This tour includes visit to the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, The Hippodrome, and the worlds-famous Grand Bazaar. Accompanied by a professional guide, you can experience the historical center of Istanbul, learn about the city and explore Sultanahmet neighborhood. Get skip-the-queue access to famous tourist destinations like Hagia Sophia, the Grand Bazaar, the Blue Mosque, and more. We also offer pick up from centrally located hotels. This half-day tour is a great choice for those looking to explore Istanbul in a limited time.

City sightseeingWalking tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration4 hours

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Istanbul Whirling Dervishes

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Experience a beautiful and ancient tradition with the Mevlevi Sema Ceremony at the Hodjapasha cultural dance theatre. This UNESCO-recognized performance, lasting about 45 minutes, features a traditional orchestra and the mesmerizing whirling dance of the dervishes, symbolizing a spiritual journey. The historic setting is enhanced by 360-degree video and lighting effects, creating a truly unforgettable evening. Duration : 1 hour Don't miss the opportunity to see whirling dervishes perform the Mevlevi Sema Ceremony at Istanbul's Hodjapasha cultural dance theatre. The ceremony features a complex musical repertoire called 'ayin' and the whirling dance performed by the dervishes represents the mythical journey of man's spiritual ascent through mind and love to perfection. It is a tradition more than 800 years old, and in 2005 it was proclaimed as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. The ceremony starts after a 15 minute classical instrumental performance by a traditional Turkish orchestra and lasts for around 45 minutes. It is accompanied by 360 degree video special effects projected on the walls of the beautiful historic building and some amazing lighting, adding to the atmosphere of this captivating ceremony. The total duration is one hour, and seats are numbered, so be sure to book early.

Getaways and short breaks

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration1 day

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Troy & Gallipoli (Anzacs)

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Early morning drive to Gallipoli, famous battlefield, Anzac Cove, War Cemeteries (Beach Cemetery, Quinn’ s Post, The Nek) and the Anzac Memorials (Lone Pine - Australian Memorial, Conk Bayırı - New Zealand Memorial, Hellespont - English Memorial) of the naval battle (18 March 1915) during the World War I. Ferry across Dardanelles. We’ll see the maquette Trojan Horse used in the famous movie “Troy” before lunch at Çanakkale. Visit to the ancient city of Troy, famous with the legendary Trojan Horse from the times of Beautiful Helen, the Queen of Sparta and Paris, the Trojan Prince. Dinner on the way and late evening return to İstanbul. TROY, LIKE MANY OTHER HISTORICAL TREASURES, IS IN TÜRKİYE

Adventure

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul

Duration15 hours

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Private Easymade Turkey Tour

Turkey Discovery & Anzac Day

Wonderful Turkey With Cappadocia, Private Tour

Istanbul Classics and Highlights Full Day

Pera at Nights

Private Ephesus Tour From Kusadasi Port

Troy Experience Group Tour

Best of Cappadocia in 2 Days

Bosphorus Cruise, Dolmabahce Palace & Uskudar Full Day

Cooking Class in Istanbul

Kadıköy (Chalcedon) Treasures

Top Highlights of Istanbul in 4 Hours

Istanbul Whirling Dervishes

Troy & Gallipoli (Anzacs)

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