The Highlights of Turkey provided by the local travel specialist was well planned and executed professionally by Kerem, Seda, and Sadef; and we highly recommend it to anyone interested to visit Turkey.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Walking through ancient ruins, sailing along the Aegean, and exploring Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar—every day was an adventure! Highly recommend this trip for history lovers!
"Thanks for making this trip memorable with my family. Well organised trip great services. Great team coordinator who is in constant contact with us. Well-experienced drivers with comfort cars. All tour guides were very professional with fluent English speaking with history knowledge."
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
1-85 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, P
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Kusadasi, Åžirince, Laodicea, Ankara
Glories of Türkiye 15 day tour
This small group (in our case just 8 people) tour was excellent and provided a perfect introduction to this country. The first thing that stands out is how clean everywhere is. Not so much as a candy wrapper anywhere, city streets or country by-ways. The Turks are hospitable, polite and friendly people, eager to please everywhere you go. English is spoken in many places and commnication is never a problem. Our escort and guide, Fatih, was both knowledgeable and informative about the many sights; but also thoughtful and concerned for the well-being of his group members. Highly organized and experienced, he had everything under control. Our fellow travelers were all delightful company.
Istanbul is a vibrant city with a history dating back thousands of years. Divided by the Bosphorous, it is both in Europe and in Asia. The Kadikoy district, on the Asian side, is not part of the tour but should be. If possible try to spend a couple of additional days there.
The ancient sites are all interesting and cover thousands of years of history, including Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman and many associated with biblical writings. This is also a good opportunity for non Muslims to learn about the Islamic faith.
Dining was always a pleasure. Although the Turkish population is almost entirely of the Muslim faith, it is politically secular. As a result, alcoholic beverages are widely but not universally available. Tap water is generally avoided, but bottled water is available everywhere.
Prices in stores and dining establishments were significantly cheaper than Europe or North America.
There was no sense anywhere of a threat to personal safety. Indeed we saw no signs of homelessness or drug or alcohol abuse or criminality. Toilets were clean and fresh everywhere.
In summary, Turkey was a wonderful vacation experience, and the Glories of Türkiye 15 day tour met and exceeded our expectations.
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Istanbul, Pamukkale, Ankara, Ant
Istanbul, Pamukkale, Ankara, Antalya, Cappadocia, Canakkale, Izmir, Ephesus, Bodrum
We are happy with everything from picking us up from the airport, booking the hotels, food service, taking us to the sites and introducing them, and finally taking us to the airport.
Thank you!
Unearth the wonders of Turkey’s ancient past on the 'Taste of Turkey'—an 8-day guided group tour that’s perfect for those wanting a concise yet thorough exploration of the country’s legendary sites. Starting and ending in Istanbul, this trip takes you from the city’s vibrant bazaars to the storied battlefields and ruins of the Aegean coast.
Your journey begins with a full day discovering Istanbul’s highlights before continuing to the poignant battlefields of Gallipoli and the ancient cities of Troy and Pergamum (replaced by Assos for 2025 departures). Marvel at the grandeur of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved classical cities, and soak in the otherworldly terraces of Pamukkale.
The unique selling point of this tour package is its efficient itinerary—carefully curated to showcase Turkey’s must-see destinations in just over a week. With accommodation, transport, and meals included, this is an ideal introduction for history buffs and cultural explorers alike.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
8-95 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Istanbul, Gallipoli Peninsula, E
Istanbul, Gallipoli Peninsula, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Cape Town
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