Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus & Pamukkale, Private Tour by Destination Services

7 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

50 peopleMaximum group size

6 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Relaxed

Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.

Starts

Istanbul, Turkey

Ends

Istanbul, Turkey

Itinerary

Enjoy first-class service and guided transportation through the historical and picturesque sites of Istanbul, battlefields of Gallipoli, the Trojan Horse of Troy, Pergamon offers one of the Seven Churches of St John from the Bible before reaching the ancient city of Ephesus, the white calcium hot pools of Pamukkale (Cotton Castle) and back to Istanbul by domestic flight.

day 1 - Arrival Istanbul (45km – 50 Min)

Upon arrival at the airport meet our representative and transfer to your hotel. Check in and spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring Istanbul.
Overnight in Istanbul.

day 2 - Istanbul

After breakfast, start the Istanbul City Tour with the visit of the Hippodrome. Ancient Hippodrome was the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. Then, visit Sultanahmet Imperial Mosque. Across from Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, it was built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the Blue Mosque because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue ‘’Iznik’’ tiles. Next, visit Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, previously known as the Church of Divine Wisdom, simply the best of its kind! Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque is the greatest surviving example of Byzantine Architecture. For 1000 years, it was once the largest church in the world, decorated with stunning 6th century golden mosaics. After lunch, the guide will take you to the Asil Efendi with a unique atmosphere and reasonable prices for your shopping. Here you will find; exotic spices and herbs, traditional Turkish sweets and coffee, souvenirs and many other goods in souvenir shops and stores. After the tour transfer back to your hotel.

Overnight in Istanbul.

day 3 - Istanbul – Gallipoli Tour – Canakkale (350 Km – 5 Hrs)

Early in the morning we depart for Gallipoli to visit the battlefields. On the way we will have a short break in a restaurant area where you can have your breakfast and relax before we continue the journey. Upon arrival in Gallipoli enjoy your lunch break in a local restaurant and relax before departing for the battlefields. Visit Gabatepe Museum, then the fields with Ariburnu Cemetery and Anzac Cove, the places where the war started. Continue to Beach Cemetery, Lone Pine and Chunuck Bair. After the tour drive to your hotel for check in and enjoy your dinner.
Overnight in Canakkale.

day 4 - Canakkale – Troy – Pergamon – Kusadasi (420 Km – 6 Hrs)

After breakfast check out and depart for Troy. Visit the famous archaeological and mythological site of Troy, home of the Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. After Troy tour, 3-hour drive to Pergamon. First, we stop for a lunch break in a local restaurant and after the lunch depart for a tour of the magnificent acropolis of Pergamon. Its impressive temples and library made it a renowned cultural and political center at that time. Pergamon is famous for its jewelry, stones and silver so, on the way, we will visit a jewelry center. Later we arrive in Kusadasi for check-in and dinner at the hotel.
Overnight in Kusadasi.

day 5 - Kusadasi – Ephesus – Sirince – Kusadasi (55 Km – 1.5 Hrs)

Today after breakfast we depart for a fully guided tour of Ephesus, one of the best preserved ancient sites in the world en-route, visiting the Temple of Artemis, Curetes street, famous Roman baths, Celsus Library and Grand theatre. After the lunch break we will visit a place which continues to perform one of the oldest arts of Turkey; a carpet weaving centre. Then, we will continue to the Turkish village Sirince with Anatolian Greeks construction style. The houses on the slope are all original with their white paints. Sirince Village also has a fantastic reputation for making some of the best wines in Turkey - especially fruit wines. We will visit the vineyards and learn how to make fruit wine with Turkish wine makers. In the evening you will be tested about your knowledge of making fruit wine. On the way we will visit one of the famous leather production centers of the region, where you will have the opportunity to get a good factory rate. On this guided tour, you will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen. Return to your hotel where your dinner will be served.
Overnight in Kusadasi.

day 6 - Kusadasi – Pamukkale Tour (190 Km – 3 Hrs)

After breakfast, we depart for Pamukkale. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel and enjoy your lunch. Afterward we shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the ruins of Hierapolis, then walk around this natural phenomenon and have the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs. Return to the hotel where your dinner will be served.

Overnight in Pamukkale.

day 7 - Pamukkale – Istanbul Departure (70 Min By Flight, Not Included)

Today we depart for Denizli Airport for our domestic flight (not included) to Istanbul and then back home. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the future on one of our tours again.

Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus & Pamukkale, Private Tour

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What's Included

Accommodation

6 nights' accommodation

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6 Breakfasts4 Dinners (Day 3-6)

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Arrival transfer from Istanbul Airport to hotel (Day 1)Departure transfer from hotel to Denizli Airport (Day 7)Private transportation throughout the tour

Guide

Operated with English-speaking local guides during the scheduled activities (Day 2-6)

Others

5 Lunches (Day 2-6)All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Istanbul city tour (Day 2); Gallipoli tour (Day 3); Troy and Pergamon tour, (Day 4); Ephesus and Sirince village tour and wine tasting experience (Day 5); Pamukkale (Cotton Castle) Tour (Day 6)Meet & greet (Day 1)

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