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From Istanbul to Izmir
4.8 (36 reviews)
  • Ferry on the Bosphorus at sunset with city skyline.
  • Exterior of the Hagia Sophia with people walking by.
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  • Both trip were excellently crafted. I really liked Ephesus and Cappadocia region. I will come back specially for Istanbul.

    JamesMcGraw•traveled in December5.0
  • People standing in front of a historic building with arches.
  • Ruins of the Celsus Library with clear blue sky.
  • The Hagia Sophia mosque illuminated at night.
  • Anıtkabir, the mausoleum of Atatürk in Ankara with people walking.
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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
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Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
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Group Size 1 - 20
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Istanbul

    Istanbul
    Start point
    İstanbul Airport, Tayakadın Mahallesi, Eyüp, Istanbul, Turkey (Pick Up from Airport (24 Hours), 00:00 - 23:55)
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  2. Day 2

    Istanbul

    Istanbul
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Spice Market shopping
    • Bosphorus Cruise (1.5 hours)
    • Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque) visit
    • Hippodrome visit
    • Hagia Sophia visit
    • Grand Bazaar free time
    Landmarks
    Spice Market
    Bosphorus
    Sultanahmet Mosque (Blue Mosque)
    Hippodrome
    Hagia Sophia
    Grand Bazaar
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  3. Day 3

    Istanbul to Ankara

    Istanbul to Ankara
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Topkapi Palace visit

    Optional Activities

    • Topkapi Palace Harem section (entrance fee not included)
    Landmarks
    Topkapi Palace
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  4. Day 4

    Ankara to Cappadocia

    Ankara to Cappadocia
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Anatolian Civilizations Museum visit
    • Mausoleum of Ataturk visit
    • Underground city visit
    Landmarks
    Anatolian Civilizations Museum
    Mausoleum of Ataturk
    Underground City
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  5. Day 5

    Cappadocia

    Cappadocia
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Göreme Open Air Museum visit (UNESCO Heritage site)
    • Uchisar Village visit
    • Fairy chimneys visit
    • Derbent Valley visit
    • Carpet workshop visit
    • Onyx-stone workshop visit

    Optional Activities

    • Hot Air Balloon Tour (early morning departure from hotel)
    Landmarks
    Göreme Open Air Museum
    Uchisar Village
    Fairy Chimneys
    Derbent Valley
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  6. Day 6

    Cappadocia to Pamukkale

    Cappadocia to Pamukkale
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Sultanhan Caravansarai visit
    • Cotton Steps visit (UNESCO heritage site)
    Landmarks
    Sultanhan Caravansarai
    Cotton Steps (Pamukkale)
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  7. Day 7

    Pamukkale to Ephesus to Izmir

    Pamukkale to Ephesus to Izmir
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Ephesus Ruins visit
    • The Odeon visit
    • Temple of Hadrian visit
    • House of Love visit
    • Library of Celsus visit
    • Agora visit
    • Virgin Mary House visit
    • Leather Production Store visit
    Landmarks
    Ephesus Ruins
    The Odeon
    Temple of Hadrian
    House of Love
    Library of Celsus
    Agora
    Virgin Mary House
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  8. Day 8

    Izmir

    Izmir
    End point
    İzmir Adnan Menderes Havalimanı (ADB), Dokuz Eylül Mh., Gaziemir, Izmir, Turkey (Drop Off Izmir International airport )
    Meals
    Breakfast
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Traveler Moments

  • Luxurious hotel lobby with chandeliers and elegant decor.
  • Off-road vehicle in a parking area.
  • Exterior of the Hagia Sophia with people walking by.
  • Whirling dervishes performing inside a cultural center.
  • Hot air balloons over Cappadocia landscape at sunrise.
  • Ruins of the Celsus Library with clear blue sky.
  • The Hagia Sophia mosque illuminated at night.
  • Mineral terraces with blue water at Pamukkale.
  • Cat peeking through a hole in a rocky structure.
  • Whirling dervish art in a framed painting on a wall.
  • Ornate stone carving of an ancient building facade.
  • Cityscape of Istanbul with Galata Tower and a bridge over a river.
  • Panoramic view over a landscaped park with a central pond.
  • Cave dwellings built into a rocky hill.
  • Large building with many columns and people gathered outside.
  • Ancient rock-cut architecture with multiple openings.
  • Many hot air balloons over the rocky landscape of Cappadocia.
  • Turkish pide on a serving paper.
  • Decorative coffee cup with Turkish rug background.
  • Distinct rock formations under a clear blue sky.
  • Sun setting behind a rocky landscape.
  • Unique rock formations in Cappadocia.
  • Hot air balloons floating in the sky during sunrise in Cappadocia.

Traveler Reviews

4.8
Overall rating based on 36 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.8
  • Transport
    4.9
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.6
  • Tour Operator
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  • Jayden4.5•November 2024
    This was my second time visiting Turkey. I’d already been to Istanbul and Antalya, but this was my first time on a...
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    Traveled in October 2023
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  • Alice4.8•November 2024
    We had an incredible time on our Turkey tour. Our guide, Zeynep, was insightful and engaging, making each location...
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  • Otto5.0•November 2024
    It was a wonderful tour where we felt comfortable and safe and worth every penny of the money we paid. Recommend to...
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  • Anabel4.3•November 2024
    It was a tour showcasing the diverse beauty of Turkey's cities. The hotels we stayed in were really comfortable and...
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    Traveled in July 2024
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    Thank you very much for your comment. Kind Regards, Aysegul
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  • Liliy5.0•November 2024
    Our tour was simply fantastic, thanks in large part to the outstanding personnel who accompanied us. Taner, our...
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    Traveled in March 2023
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  • Karl4.3•November 2024
    It was a wonderful 8-day tour with a caring, professional team and a group of extremely sweet people. Thank you to...
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    Traveled in August 2023
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    Reply from: Eskapas
    Thank you very much for your comment. Kind Regards, Aysegul
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  • Tania4.5•November 2024
    It was a pretty intense tour, but you wouldn't have it any other way. There are so many places to explore in Turkey,...
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    Traveled in September 2024
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  • Fritz4.8•November 2024
    I had three favorite stops on the tour. I loved Ephesus, Topkapi Palace, and Cappadocia. Exploring the underground...
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    Traveled in October 2024
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  • Mia4.7•November 2024
    A great guide with a deep knowledge of the area and history. For me, the best part of the tour was the food and the...
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    Traveled in June 2024
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  • Avery4.7•November 2024
    Selcuk - Ephesus was an amazing ancient city full of mythology and history. This was my favorite stop. It was great...
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    We would like to request for a quotation for a personalized tour for a family of 8. We are 3 couples in our fifties and the other couple is our parents, 82 & 83 years old. We would like an itinerary that is not hectic and less physically demanding, esp. for our parents.

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      We are unable to quote and program under 12 pax.

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      While not always mandatory, having travel insurance is highly recommended to cover unexpected events during your trip.

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