Wonders of Turkey Tour with 29 Reviews by Insight Vacations

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Age Requirement

5 - 99 yrs

Operated In

English

Physical Rating

Easy

Starts

Ends

Istanbul, Turkey

Highlights

Gallipoli: Pay your respects at Anzac Cove and Lone Pine Cemetery.

Troy: Visit this ancient sight fabled to have been destroyed over love and view the huge reconstructed Trojan Horse.

Ephesus: Visit the Archaeological museum housing many of the artefacts from Ephesus.

Ephesus: Discover one of the world's finest ancient sites. Led by your Local Expert, walk the Arcadian Way, see the Library of Celsus and Amphitheatre and visit the House of the Virgin Mary.

Pamukkale: See the cascading Cotton Castle of milky white travertine pools and the ancient ruin of Hierapolis.

Itinerary

Experience the allure of Turkey on this immersive 11-day guided trip, designed for seniors and seasoned travelers seeking both comfort and cultural discovery. From the birthplace of civilizations in Troy and Ephesus to the dazzling mosaics of Istanbul, every stop is steeped in history. Marvel at Pamukkale’s turquoise travertine terraces, visit the cave dwellings of Cappadocia, and dine in view of swirling Whirling Dervishes.

Unique moments abound: walk an organic farm in the Maeander River Valley, soak in a hotel’s Turkish baths, and barter for treasures in Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar. The journey also includes a visit to Atatürk’s Mausoleum in Ankara, connecting you to the nation’s modern story.

What sets this tour apart is the rich blend of ancient wonders, local encounters, and authentic gastronomy—delivered at a relaxed, accessible pace for maximum enjoyment.

Day 1Welcome to Istanbul

Day 2Gallipoli, Anzac Cove and Troy

Day 3Izmir

Day 4Ephesus - Izmir

Day 5The Pools of Pamukkale Relaxed Start

Day 6The Underground City and Cappadocia

Day 7The Cappadocia Experience Relaxed Start

Day 8Ankara

Day 9To Istanbul

Day 10Istanbul and the Ottoman Empire

Day 11Farewell Istanbul

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What's Included

Accommodation

Radisson Blu Sisli, Istanbul HotelDoubleTree by Hilton Canakkale HotelSwissotel Büyük Efes, Izmir HotelDoğa Thermal Health & Spa, Pamukkale HotelDoubleTree by Hilton Avanos, Cappadocia HotelAnkara HiltonSA HotelHotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Meals

Dinner (x7)Breakfast (x10)LunchIstanbul: Begin your travels savouring traditional flavours over dinner at a local restaurant.Izmir: Head to a local organic farm where you will be treated to a Farm-to-Table lunch. Enjoy the breathtaking views during your meal made from seasonal crops grown on site.Cappadocia: Watch a spectacular Sema performance of Whirling Dervishes and discover the flavours of Cappadocia as you indulge in a regional dinner of colourful dishes.Istanbul: Toast the culmination of your travels during dinner at a local restaurant.

Transport

Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

Guide

From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.

Others

Choose between two carefully selected activitiesIstanbul: An immersive digital experience through the iconic structure's rich past, showcasing its transformation from a Byzantine cathedral to an Ottoman mosque and now a museum, with captivating exhibits and architectural wonders.Istanbul: Journey through time with a visit to Hagia Sophia, take a unique glimpse into the complex layers of Istanbul's rich cultural and religious heritage.Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Istanbul: An immersive digital experience through the iconic structure's rich past, showcasing its transformation from a Byzantine cathedral to an Ottoman mosque and now a museum, with captivating exhibits and architectural wonders.Istanbul: Journey through time with a visit to Hagia Sophia, take a unique glimpse into the complex layers of Istanbul's rich cultural and religious heritage.Cappadocia: Join a Cappadocian local, who has lived in the city for decades and take a tour of their cave house to learn more about their unique way of life.Ayvalik: Visit the Copmadam workshop, where one-of-a-kind items are made from recycled packaging, creating employment opportunities for local women. This experience advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality.Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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