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Turkish Delight
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Beautiful locations - Capadoccia was a true highlight!
Cayce | Traveled in August
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Highlights
Istanbul: Get on foot, and explore the vibrant corners of Istanbul. We'll check out the spice market, the epic blue mosque, Hippodrome, and even the Grand Bazaar.
Gallipoli: See the infamous site of the ANZAC troop landings at the battle of Gallipoli in WWI.
Gallipoli: Brush up on your history knowledge with a visit to WWI battle sites: Lone Pine Cemetery and Chunuk Bair Gallipoli
Izmir: Magnificent mosques meet palm-lined beach resorts at this glitzy Turkish port city. It’s also the birthplace of Homer (the Greek poet; not the doughnut-eating Simpson).
Ephesus: Grab your camera, it’s time for some bucket list ticking. See the Temple of Artemis and finally understand what all the fuss is about.
Cappadocia: Take a trip to the Middle Ages, checking out a series of churches built into volcanic rock. Trust us when we say, it's simply sublime.
Cappadocia: Stay at this special hotel, carved out of 19th century rocks in Cappadocia.
Cappadocia: Catch Cappadocia at sunrise from a prime viewpoint as the sky shifts from dark to gold. Hundreds of hot air balloons lift off and float over the fairy chimneys and valleys, lighting up the landscape as the sun comes in. Expect unreal photo ops from start to finish.
Cappadocia: Take a scenic walk from Uchisar through the legendary Fairy Chimney Valley for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience like no other. Hidden in the heart of Cappadocia, you’ll visit a family home that’s been passed down for generations (complete with homemade Turkish tea, sweet local treats, and a peek into the wind-carved cave rooms locals actually live in). Grab a few handmade souvenirs, soak up the charm, and wander back through the valley ready for whatever Turkish magic comes next.
Cappadocia: And Pasa Baglari too! Cameras at the ready, folks. We've got more marvellous rock-formations-turned-buildings in store for you here.
Cappadocia: Take a trip to the Middle Ages, checking out a series of churches built into volcanic rock. Trust us when we say, it's simply sublime.
Cappadocia: Stay at this special hotel, carved out of 19th century rocks in Cappadocia.
Cappadocia: Catch Cappadocia at sunrise from a prime viewpoint as the sky shifts from dark to gold. Hundreds of hot air balloons lift off and float over the fairy chimneys and valleys, lighting up the landscape as the sun comes in. Expect unreal photo ops from start to finish.
Cappadocia: Take a scenic walk from Uchisar through the legendary Fairy Chimney Valley for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience like no other. Hidden in the heart of Cappadocia, you’ll visit a family home that’s been passed down for generations (complete with homemade Turkish tea, sweet local treats, and a peek into the wind-carved cave rooms locals actually live in). Grab a few handmade souvenirs, soak up the charm, and wander back through the valley ready for whatever Turkish magic comes next.
Cappadocia: And Pasa Baglari too! Cameras at the ready, folks. We've got more marvellous rock-formations-turned-buildings in store for you here.
Hotel Centrum (or similar)Hotel Iris (or similar)Movenpick Hotel (or similar)Hotel Lycus River (or similar)Hotel Anemon (or similar)Hotel Yusuf Yiğitoğlu (Or Similar)Hotel Best (or similar)
Meals
Dinner (x7)Breakfast (x10)
Transport
Travel by coach
Guide
Experienced Driver Guide
11 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
48 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
Starts
Ends
Istanbul, Turkey
Bodrum, Turkey
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Itinerary
Welcome to Turkey, a diverse cultural mecca where relics of the ancient world blend seamlessly with lively local markets and palm-fringed promenades. In 11 days you'll visit the UNESCO-listed city of Troy and open air museums of Cappadocia, tick off one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World at Ephesus, visit a local village for traditional crafts & afternoon tea, have the chance to dip your toes in healing mineral waters at Pamukkale, and bring back a suitcase full of Turkish treasures.
day 1Start Istanbul
The countdown is finally over, global roamers! We're here in Istanbul and all geared up to uncover fabulous Turkey. No better way to kickstart this journey than a delightful Turkish dinner, after which you'll have some free time to explore this wonderful city on your own.
Meals
Dinner
Location Visited
Istanbul
Accommodation
Hotel Centrum (or similar)
day 2Istanbul
day 3Istanbul to Canakkale via Gallipoli
day 4Canakkale to Izmir via Troy & Pergamon
day 5Izmir to Pamukkale
day 6Pamukkale to Konya
day 7Konya to Cappadocia
day 8Cappadocia
day 9Cappadocia to Ankara
day 10Ankara to Istanbul
day 11End Istanbul
What's Excluded
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CayceVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
Beautiful locations - Capadoccia was a true highlight!
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
Amazing trip, great group with a fantastic guide!
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Bhavrith J.Verified Traveler
3.0 | Average
This trip is handled by another company, so even though it was a Contiki trip, it lacked the essence of what I have come to expect from Contiki. For example a personalised day song for our group, day sheets with important reminders, times, tips, maps and greetings so we could interact with the locals. Add on activities were only museum outings which we bought from the TM and he led us through each museum and did his own guided tour. Due to the earthquake on 23/4/25 our fancy dinner was cancelled and we never had a formal farewell event at the end. I missed the Contiki glue I am used to. A better itinerary and communication would have made this an outstanding trip for me. I went out on my own to learn about the culture, not part of the trip.
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