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Turkey From West to East - 13 days
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Istanbul - Discover iconic landmarks including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the ancient Hippodrome on a fully guided city tour
Gallipoli - Honour the ANZAC legacy at Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, and original WWI trenches on the Gallipoli Peninsula
Ephesus - Visit the remarkably preserved ruins of Ephesus and the site of the Temple of Artemis, a former Wonder of the Ancient World
Pamukkale - Marvel at the white travertine terraces and explore the ancient spa city of Hierapolis with the option to bathe in thermal waters
Konya - Learn about the life and teachings of Rumi at the Mevlana Museum in this important spiritual centre
Cappadocia - Experience the rock-cut churches of Goreme, surreal fairy chimneys, and a multi-level underground city
Mount Nemrut - Witness the colossal statues and royal tombs of the Commagene Kingdom at sunset atop Mount Nemrut
Sanliurfa - Visit the Holy Pools and the cave birthplace of Abraham in this sacred pilgrimage site
Gobekli Tepe - Tour the world’s oldest known temple complex, predating Stonehenge by millennia
Halfeti - Cruise the Euphrates River past partially submerged villages in the scenic town of Halfeti
Gaziantep - Admire world-class Roman mosaics at the Zeugma Mosaic Museum and sample the city’s celebrated culinary delights
Cappadocia - Experience the rock-cut churches of Goreme, surreal fairy chimneys, and a multi-level underground city
Mount Nemrut - Witness the colossal statues and royal tombs of the Commagene Kingdom at sunset atop Mount Nemrut
Sanliurfa - Visit the Holy Pools and the cave birthplace of Abraham in this sacred pilgrimage site
Gobekli Tepe - Tour the world’s oldest known temple complex, predating Stonehenge by millennia
Halfeti - Cruise the Euphrates River past partially submerged villages in the scenic town of Halfeti
Gaziantep - Admire world-class Roman mosaics at the Zeugma Mosaic Museum and sample the city’s celebrated culinary delights
Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and airport departure transfer on day 13Transportation in a fully air-conditioned private vehicle
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1 economy class domestic flight from Gaziantep - IstanbulNote: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go Tours
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13 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
20 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
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Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul, Turkey
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Itinerary
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Turkey's rich tapestry of history and culture with this engaging 13-day tour, starting with guided sightseeing in Istanbul. Visit Gallipoli's poignant battlefields, historic Troy and the ancient city of Ephesus, offering you a window into Turkey's illustrious past. Enjoy leisurely moments in the charming village of Behramkale and the atmospheric hot springs of Pamukkale, then uncover the lesser-visited eastern sites of Gobekli Tepe and Gaziantep, before heading back to Istanbul.
day 1Istanbul
Welcome to Istanbul! Upon arrival, we will transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore at your leisure.
OverNight
Istanbul
day 2Exploring Istanbul
day 3Battlefields of Gallipoli & Canakkale
day 4Troy, Behramkale & Kusadasi
day 5Ephesus Day Trip
day 6Pamukkale & Hierapolis
day 7Silk Road to Konya & Cappadocia
day 8Exploring Cappadocia
day 9Mount Nemrut & Adiyaman
day 10Sanliurfa
day 11Gobekli Tepe
day 12Halfeti & Gaziantep
day 13Istanbul
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