Turkey Unplugged - 10 Days

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18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Istanbul, Turkey

Ends

Istanbul, Turkey

Highlights

Cappadocia – Admire the surreal landscape and explore Goreme Valley, discovering clifftop houses, rock-cut chapels and castles

Istanbul – Visit highlights of the Old City including the beautiful Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and imposing Topkapi Palace

Ephesus – Tour the marble ruins of this Roman city which was once the site of the great Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Ancient Wonders

Pamukkale – Stroll around the terraced pools and opt for a relaxing dip in the naturally warm and calcium rich waters

Gallipoli – Pay your respects at the Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair memorials and visit ANZAC Cove, a famous WW1 landing site

Troy – Discover the legendary ruins and see a replica of the famous wooden horse which as the story goes, was used to sack the city

Pergamum – Marvel at the Roman amphitheatre which is one of the steepest in the classical world

Hierapolis – See the UNESCO-listed ruins of this ancient spa town, built on the site of natural hot springs

Troy – Discover the legendary ruins and see a replica of the famous wooden horse which as the story goes, was used to sack the city

Pergamum – Marvel at the Roman amphitheatre which is one of the steepest in the classical world

Hierapolis – See the UNESCO-listed ruins of this ancient spa town, built on the site of natural hot springs

Itinerary

Step into the vibrant mosaic of Turkey on the Turkey Unplugged - 10 Days tour, crafted for experienced and senior travelers seeking an easy-paced yet enriching sightseeing journey. Beginning and ending in Istanbul, this trip takes you from the city’s bustling bazaars and majestic mosques to the poignant battlefields of Gallipoli and the ancient ruins of Pergamum and Ephesus.

Marvel at the natural wonders of Pamukkale and lose yourself in the whimsical landscapes of Cappadocia, home to unique underground cities and fairy-tale rock formations. With comfortable accommodations, guided tours, transport, and meals included, the tour offers a seamless mix of highlights and insider experiences.

The true standout of this tour package is its expertly balanced itinerary—delivering Turkey’s essential sights alongside moments of awe and reflection, all at a pace designed for comfort and discovery. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or seeking a relaxed introduction to Turkey, this journey promises enduring memories and cultural treasures at every turn.

day 1 - Welcome to Turkey

Saturday. Welcome to Turkey and the start of your holiday. There's an included arrival transfer to our hotel.

If you're arriving early, why not join our optional Backstreets of Istanbul tour before the main tour begins? Get off the beaten track and experience the real Istanbul on this immersive morning adventure. Begin with a visit to Suleymaniye Mosque, an exquisite blend of Islamic and Byzantine architecture overlooking the Golden Horn. Take a coffee break at Pierre Loti Hill before exploring the historic Fener–Balat districts, home to Muslim, Christian, and Jewish communities. Wander through the bustling backstreets of old Taksim, and finish at the vibrant Egyptian Spice Market, where you can sample local treats or simply soak up the lively atmosphere.

Please note: To join this optional tour, flights must arrive in Istanbul before 5:00 AM on Day 1. We strongly recommend booking pre-tour accommodation.

For those arriving later on, relax in the hotel or head out and explore the city. At 8 pm, we'll gather in the hotel to meet our fellow travellers and the guide before our adventure begins.

OverNight:Istanbul

day 2 - The Old City

This morning we'll embark on a fascinating tour through the Old City of Istanbul, we'll visit stunning examples of architecture that hail from the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires eras. We’ll visit the stunning Blue Mosque, both inside and out. See the six exterior minarets and the famed blue Iznik tiles. Discover the Hippodrome and view the exterior of Hagia Sophia, which was constructed as a Basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian. Finally, we explore the impressive interior of Topkapi Palace, which was the main residence of the Ottoman sultans in the 15th century.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Istanbul

day 3 - Gallipoli - WW1 Battlefields

Istanbul – Gallipoli. Today we explore ANZAC Cove and the many memorials dotted across the WW1 battlefields. Our guided tour takes in sights including ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Memorial and cemetery, Chunuk Bair Memorial and cemetery, the Nek, Johnston’s Jolly and the many fortified trenches still clearly visible amongst the scrub after all these years.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Canakkale

day 4 - Troy & Kusadasi

Gallipoli – Kusadasi. This morning we enjoy a short guided tour of Troy. The legend of the lost city of Troy and Homer’s poetry was brought to life by it’s rediscovery in 1863. Subsequent excavations revealed nine ancient cities, one on top of the other, dating back to 3000 BC. We enjoy a tour of the ruins and admire a replica of the Trojan wooden horse that, as legend goes, was filled with Aechaean soldiers who helped to sack Troy.

Driving further south we reach the ancient ruins of Pergamum, home to one of the steepest amphitheatres in the classical world. Pergamum was also famous for its Asclepion (medical centre). We continue to Kusadasi on the Aegean Coast via a leather manufacturing house.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Kusadasi

day 5 - Ancient Ephesus

Today, we explore legendary Ephesus - perhaps the best-preserved classical city in the eastern Mediterranean. Under Roman rule, Ephesus was a vast and prosperous city with a population nearing 250,000. It was an important centre of commerce and a popular destination for pilgrims who came to see the great Temple of Artemis - one of the Seven Ancient Wonders.

We have plenty of time to tour the marble ruins of Ephesus. Discover the famous Library of Celsus, the Stadium, the gymnasium of Vedius and the Great Theatre. We’ll see ancient public toilets, a brothel, fountains and various temples. There's also a visit to a carpet manufacturing house.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Kusadasi

day 6 - Pamukkale Thermal Pools

Kusadasi – Pamukkale. Driving east, we arrive at Pamukkale - home of the famous gleaming white calcium terraced pools. Known locally as the Cotton Castles, they're a natural phenomena and gift from Mother Nature. Pamukkale was formed when warm, calcium rich mineral water cascaded over the cliff edge, cooling and depositing in the process. The calcium built natural shelves and pools on the cliffs are known as travertines. Take a barefoot walk along the travertines or opt for a dip in the warm waters of the thermal pool, with its submerged fragments of fluted marble columns.

Our last stop of the day is the ruined spa town of Hierapolis, famed for the curative powers of its mineral springs. These were dammed to create communal baths.

Meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

OverNight:Pamukkale

days 7-8 - Fairytale Cappadocia

Pamukkale - Cappadocia. On day 7 we drive to Cappadocia, stopping to visit some ancient caravanserais (roadside inns) such as Sultanhani. Tonight there's a fun optional evening of Turkish folklore.

On day 8 we enjoy a guided tour of Cappadocia - perhaps the jewel in Turkey’s crown. Cappadocia is one of Turkey’s most extraordinary national treasures. The utter improbability of the surreal landscape has to be seen to be believed with its ‘stuff of fables’ cave dwellings and phallic ‘fairy chimneys’ landscape. Whole troglodyte villages, subterranean churches and fortresses have been hewn from the soft, porous, eerily eroded rock of Cappadocia.

A guided tour of the region takes us to the World Heritage listed Goreme Valley. See stunning examples of rock-cut Byzantine churches, chapels and temples. Marvel at Zelve, with its phallic-like eroded landscape. Stopping on the outskirts of Goreme Village we have the opportunity to see Pigeon Valley, where centuries old pigeon houses are carved into the surrounding cliffs. Our tour also takes in the incredible Uchisar castle-mountain. Enjoy marvelous views of Cappadocia from the summit and explore the underground city of Kaymakli.

You'll also have the opportunity to visit an Onyx shop, which specializes in historic jewellery designs that are unique to Turkey and crafted using local materials. For those not interested in shopping, there's time to relax and grab a drink from the local cafe. This evening, we enjoy dinner at the hotel.

Please note: Hot air ballooning in Cappadocia is dependent on the weather conditions. Book and pay locally - budget EUR €390 per person.

Meals:2 Breakfast, 2 Dinner

OverNight:Cappadocia

day 9 - Back to Istanbul

Cappadocia - Istanbul. Today we head back to Istanbul, stopping en route for lunch (payable locally). We arrive into Istanbul in the evening.

If you'd prefer to avoid the long journey over land today, we also offer the opportunity to fly from Cappadocia to Istanbul.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Istanbul

day 10 - Istanbul

Monday. After breakfast our tour draws to a close. An onward departure transfer is included to Istanbul International Airport and is offered at 9am and 1pm today.

Meals:1 Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

9 nights 4 star and special class hotels

Meals

Breakfast daily and 6 dinners

Transport

Airport arrival transfer on day 1 of tour and departure transfer (to Istanbul International Airport) at 9am and 1pm only on day 10All relevant transfer and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

Guide

Escorted by an English speaking, degree qualified Turkish tour guide

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Guided sightseeing - Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Ruins of Ephesus and Pergamum, Pamukkale, Hierapolis and Cappadocia

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