Is there a night for seeing whirling dervishes? Also is there a place for a woman to go to a Harman? I alao wiah to ask. I am healthy but had major life saving surgery and it now makes me ill to sit in the back or even middle of a bus. Is it possible to sit into he front? I have paperwork to show the surgery...

This tour is a road trip that follows an amazing itinerary to visit most of the iconic locations in Turkey. However the guide usually turns people as everybody wants to sit in front. We do not guarantee. You can go to Hammam in Istanbul. They are open from 7 am to 11:30pm. There are also whirling dervishes ceremonies held in Cappadocia but it is up to your guide timing.

I will explore Cappadocia with rented car for 2 days. Is that any tour package i can join after the Cappadocia that the last stop is Istanbul on Apr 8 or earlier?

Unfortunately we don't have a reverse itinerary.

We want to do this tour but you don't have it on the days we are going to be available. Is there any possibility you would have it starting on the 29th instead of the 30th?

You have already a hold starting on 29th. It is group tour so how we can start this 30th instead of 29th. We cannot change the departure date it will affects everybody in the tour right? Instead you can join the tour on 30th in Cappadocia by skipping Ankara part.

Would like to check rates and details applicable to travel operators for this, also, the start date has to be 8 March, but I don't see in the options.

This trip has only Monday departures. We don't have a 8th March departure. In March, 2-16 and 30 are the departure date.

Are you able to provide a private tour following this itinerary, or something similar, that would be flexible? It would be for 4 adults. Can you provide an estimate for the cost for such a thing?

Unfortunately we don't provide private tours under 12 travelers.

What is usually the weather Like End of december?

The weather is not the best time in Turkey in December. Mostly rainy and it may snow in Cappadocia. It is between 5C(41F)-10C(50F). But we have also many tourists coming because less crowded and the new year period is also fun in Turkey.

Is it possible to arrange our own accommodation in Cappadocia in a cave hotel?

Unfortunately it is not possible for our operations due to pick-up and drop-off. We do only allow our cave hotels as they are in the pick-up range. In case you prefer our cave hotel e.g. Yunak Evi the supplement will be 245USD per person for two nights including breakfast and dinner.

Does this tour provide the opportunity for the balloon flight in Cappadocia?

Yes on Day 3 before sunrise there is an optional Hot Air Balloon ride over Cappadocia which will be offered by our guide.

I want to inquire whats the age limit for Cappadocia hot air balloon ride ? and whats the security features.

Child should measure at least 1.55m height and 8 years old. There is no age limit if you are able to take a flight. Please check with your medical doctor

We are vegetarian - Can you accommodate vegetarian food? At least two members need wheelchairs. Is this tour OK for people on wheelchairs? Do you provide wheelchairs, or we need to rent / or bring our own? Storage of extra luggage?

Unfortunately this tour is a group tour and the pace is not suitable for wheelchairs. Every day 2-3 miles walking on an uneven terrain.

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In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 1 - 28
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Itinerary

Day 1
Istanbul to Ankara
Start point
Istanbul, Turkey (Pick-up from Istanbul Hotels, 11:45 - 12:30)
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Holiday Inn Cukurambar)
Day 2
Ankara to Cappadocia
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
- Visit to Ataturk Mausoleum
- Visit to underground city built by Christian communities
Landmarks
Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
Ataturk Mausoleum
Day 3
Cappadocia
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Goreme Valley and cave churches
- Visit to Uchihsar troglodyte village
- Visit to Avcilar
- Visit to Derbent Valley
- Time at artisan workshops (carpets and onyx jewelry)
Optional Activities
- Hot air balloon tour (early morning departure, aerial views of fairy chimneys, rock formations, and lunar landscapes)
Landmarks
Goreme Valley
Uchihsar
Avcilar
Derbent Valley
Day 4
Cappadocia to Pamukkale
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Sultanhan Caravanserail
- Free time at Pamukkale 'Cotton Castle' with natural pools and travertine waterfalls
Landmarks
Sultanhan Caravanserail
Pamukkale
Day 5
Pamukkale to Izmir
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Archaeological tour of Ephesus including Odeon, Temple of Hadrian, House of Love, Library of Celsus, Agora, Marble Street, and ancient Theater
- Visit to House of the Virgin
- Stop at leather production center
Landmarks
Ephesus
Library of Celsus
Temple of Hadrian
House of the Virgin
Day 6
Izmir to Çanakkale
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Asclepion ruins in Pergamon
- Visit to archaeological city of Troy
Landmarks
Asclepion
Troy
Day 7
Çanakkale to Istanbul via Gallipoli
End point
Istanbul, Turkey (Drop-off to your hotel in Istanbul, 16:00 - 17:00)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing of Dardanelles Strait
- Visit to WWI Gallipoli battlefields
- Visit to Brighton Beach
- Visit to Beach Cemetery
- Visit to ANZAC Cove
- Visit to Ariburnu Cemetery
- Visit to ANZAC Commemorative Site
- Visit to Respect to Mehmetcik Statue
- Visit to Lone Pine Australian Memorial
- Visit to Johnston's Jolly
- Visit to Turkish and Allied trenches and tunnels
- Visit to 57th Regiment Turkish Memorial
- Visit to The Nek
- Visit to Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial
Landmarks
Dardanelles Strait
Gallipoli Peninsula
ANZAC Cove
Lone Pine Australian Memorial
Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial

Landmarks
Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
Ataturk Mausoleum

Landmarks
Goreme Valley
Uchihsar
Avcilar
Derbent Valley

Landmarks
Sultanhan Caravanserail
Pamukkale

Landmarks
Ephesus
Library of Celsus
Temple of Hadrian
House of the Virgin

Landmarks
Asclepion
Troy

Landmarks
Dardanelles Strait
Gallipoli Peninsula
ANZAC Cove
Lone Pine Australian Memorial
Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial

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Diane
April 20th, 2026
There were a few highlights during the trip; however, overall, it was just okay. One of the main drawbacks was being...
There were a few highlights during the trip; however, overall, it was just okay. One of the main drawbacks was being taken to a jewelry store, a carpet store, and a leather export shop, which felt unnecessary and overly commercial. I was unfortunately scammed out of $1,000 at the jewelry store and felt pressured to make a purchase at the carpet store, which made the experience uncomfortable. Instead of these stops, it would have been far more meaningful to visit organizations supporting environmental causes or single parents, or to take part in a hands-on cultural activity like learning how to make Turkish lamps. Overall, I would not recommend this trip to my family, friends, or colleagues.Show more
Traveled in March 2026
Reply from: Eskapas
Hi Diane, Thank you for taking the time for sharing your perspective so candidly. We hear your frustration, and we appreciate that you trusted us enough to voice it. We will use your input to build a better process moving forward. Thank you again for your honesty. It is the only way we will get better. Sincerely, Aysegul
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Maree
March 31st, 2026
Was a great trip both tour guide and driver where excellent Maybe a couple of very long travelling days Could be...
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Traveled in March 2026
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Hi Darryl Thank you for your review. Kind Regards, Aysegul
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Mike
March 9th, 2026
The perfect tour. Look no further for a tour around Turkey. Erdem (guide) and Suha (driver) made us feel like royalty...
The perfect tour. Look no further for a tour around Turkey. Erdem (guide) and Suha (driver) made us feel like royalty throughout. They were very attentive to any needs we possibly had and had a vast knowledge of the country which was a pleasure to learn about. Highlights were Cappadocia and Troy and the Cotton cliffs.Show more
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Hi Mike Thank you for your time to review us. Kid Regards, Aysegul
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Brenda
February 19th, 2026
Our guide Erdem and our driver were wonderful, very well organized and made our trip seamless. I would recommend this...
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Hi Brenda' Thank you very much for your review Kind Regards Aysegul
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Shelley
February 19th, 2026
Absolutely Turkey was a fabulous itinerary only made better by our , Ediram!! he was so professional and thought...
Absolutely Turkey was a fabulous itinerary only made better by our , Ediram!! he was so professional and thought about all of our comforts along the way. He was knowledgeable and interesting. Would highly recommend him as a guide going forward to anyone who takes this to her. Highlights include the balloon ride over Cappadocia, the underground city, fairy chimneys, Ephesus. The hotels were amazing and the service was second to none. Highly recommend.Show more
Traveled in February 2026
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Hi Shelley Thank you very much for your review Kind Regards Aysegul
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Louise
January 12th, 2026
I enjoyed the itinerary and the guide was fantastic. He had a real pride in his country and really knew his stuff.
Traveled in January 2026
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Hi Louise, Thank you for your review. Kind Regards, Aysegul
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Paul
October 20th, 2025
Had a great time on this tour of Turkey. Very good accommodation. Excellent Tour Guide & Driver. Saw some fantastic...
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Traveled in September 2025
Kathryn
October 12th, 2025
Itinerary contained to much war info and Catholic church info. Did not get to go in a mosque. Guide seemed to have a...
Itinerary contained to much war info and Catholic church info. Did not get to go in a mosque. Guide seemed to have a very strict agenda. People were tuning out and at some point; taking pictures of squirrels etc. Turjey is a.beautiful.country. Bus was old. Had no bathroom for emergencies.even though all other bus tours contained one. Food was horrible. Bus driver was great; tour guide was good. Breaks were not long enough.Show more
Traveled in September 2025
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Hi Kathryn, Thank you for your time for reviewing us. Kind Regards, Aysegul
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Rosemary
October 8th, 2025
5 stars go to our guide, Erdam. His knowledge on all subjects was amazing and his presentation was objective and...
5 stars go to our guide, Erdam. His knowledge on all subjects was amazing and his presentation was objective and unbiased. I cannot recommend him highly enough. Our driver, whom we called the Captain, also did an excellent job. 5 stars to him as well.Show more
Traveled in September 2025
Reply from: Eskapas
Hi Rosemary, Thank you for your kind review. Kind Regards, Aysegul
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Maria
September 18th, 2025
We really enjoyed this trip and the guide Erdem was excellent
Traveled in September 2025
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Hi Maria Thank you for your time to review us. Kindest Regards, Aysegul
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Joe
Asked on March 12th, 2026
Is there a night for seeing whirling dervishes? Also is there a place for a woman to go to a Harman? I alao wiah to ask. I am healthy but had major life saving surgery and it now makes me ill to sit in the back or even middle of a bus. Is it possible to sit into he front? I have paperwork to show the surgery...
Other
Tour Details
Transport
- EskapasOperator•Written March 2026
  This tour is a road trip that follows an amazing itinerary to visit most of the iconic locations in Turkey. However the guide usually turns people as everybody wants to sit in front. We do not guarantee. You can go to Hammam in Istanbul. They are open from 7 am to 11:30pm. There are also whirling dervishes ceremonies held in Cappadocia but it is up to your guide timing.
D
Dana
Asked on February 27th, 2026
I will explore Cappadocia with rented car for 2 days. Is that any tour package i can join after the Cappadocia that the last stop is Istanbul on Apr 8 or earlier?
Tour Details
- EskapasOperator•Written February 2026
  Unfortunately we don't have a reverse itinerary.
C
Cindy
Asked on February 9th, 2026
We want to do this tour but you don't have it on the days we are going to be available. Is there any possibility you would have it starting on the 29th instead of the 30th?
Price / Availability
- EskapasOperator•Written February 2026
  You have already a hold starting on 29th. It is group tour so how we can start this 30th instead of 29th. We cannot change the departure date it will affects everybody in the tour right? Instead you can join the tour on 30th in Cappadocia by skipping Ankara part.
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Deborah
Asked on February 8th, 2026
Would like to check rates and details applicable to travel operators for this, also, the start date has to be 8 March, but I don't see in the options.
Price / Availability
- EskapasOperator•Written February 2026
  This trip has only Monday departures. We don't have a 8th March departure. In March, 2-16 and 30 are the departure date.
C
Carrie
Asked on January 31st, 2026
Are you able to provide a private tour following this itinerary, or something similar, that would be flexible? It would be for 4 adults. Can you provide an estimate for the cost for such a thing?
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Price / Availability
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- EskapasOperator•Written January 2026
  Unfortunately we don't provide private tours under 12 travelers.
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Edward
Asked on December 29th, 2025
What is usually the weather Like End of december?
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- EskapasOperator•Written December 2025
  The weather is not the best time in Turkey in December. Mostly rainy and it may snow in Cappadocia. It is between 5C(41F)-10C(50F). But we have also many tourists coming because less crowded and the new year period is also fun in Turkey.
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Morgan
Asked on December 4th, 2025
Is it possible to arrange our own accommodation in Cappadocia in a cave hotel?
Accommodation
- EskapasOperator•Written December 2025
  Unfortunately it is not possible for our operations due to pick-up and drop-off. We do only allow our cave hotels as they are in the pick-up range. In case you prefer our cave hotel e.g. Yunak Evi the supplement will be 245USD per person for two nights including breakfast and dinner.
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Yvonne
Asked on November 19th, 2025
Does this tour provide the opportunity for the balloon flight in Cappadocia?
Tour Details
- EskapasOperator•Written November 2025
  Yes on Day 3 before sunrise there is an optional Hot Air Balloon ride over Cappadocia which will be offered by our guide.
- Y
  Yvonne
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  Is there also an option to stay in cave hotel at cappodicia
- EskapasOperator•Written November 2025
  Yes, there is an option to stay in a cave hotel in Cappadocia.
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Liz
Asked on October 9th, 2025
I want to inquire whats the age limit for Cappadocia hot air balloon ride ? and whats the security features.
Age Range
Tour Details
- EskapasOperator•Written October 2025
  Child should measure at least 1.55m height and 8 years old. There is no age limit if you are able to take a flight. Please check with your medical doctor
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Sophia
Asked on September 9th, 2025
We are vegetarian - Can you accommodate vegetarian food? At least two members need wheelchairs. Is this tour OK for people on wheelchairs? Do you provide wheelchairs, or we need to rent / or bring our own? Storage of extra luggage?
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- EskapasOperator•Written September 2025
  Unfortunately this tour is a group tour and the pace is not suitable for wheelchairs. Every day 2-3 miles walking on an uneven terrain.

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