For the Highlights of Turkey 9 days Small Group Tour, may I know (1) whether there's a definite departure on 14th or 15th May 2026? (2) which airlines would you use for the domestic flights included in the tour and what time would the flights be? (3) whether hotel upgrades would be available? (4) whether booking of pre-nights or post-nights in Istanbul is available and would airport transfers be provided if we make the pre-nights or post-nights' hotel booking via you?

We do have confirmed departures on both 14th and 15th May 2026. The Day 4 flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia will be scheduled early in the morning, approximately between 6:00–7:00 am, to allow you to join the tour on time. The timings of the remaining domestic flights can be shared once your exact travel dates are finalized. Depending on availability, domestic flights will be operated by local airlines such as Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, AJet Airlines, or SunExpress. Hotel upgrade options are available. We would be delighted to arrange pre-tour or post-tour accommodation in Istanbul for you. Airport transfers will also be provided if the hotel bookings are made through us.

For this specific tour can you confirm that hotel and in country flights are included in the total cost? Looking to assess total costs not being included in the upfront tour price.

Hotels and domestic flights are included in the total tour cost. Services not included are international airfare, travel insurance, guide and driver tips, the hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia, and personal expenses. The itinerary can be updated according to your preferred travel dates.

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Highlights of Turkey - 9 Days Small Group Tour

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Operator: True Blue Tour
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 15
Ages 10+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Istanbul
Start point
İstanbul Airport, İstanbul Airport Turkey, Istanbul, 34275, Türkiye (Outside Exit Gate 14)
Accommodation
Hotel (Arden City Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Explore Istanbul
Day 2
Istanbul
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Authentic Turkish cuisine)
Accommodation
Hotel (Arden City Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Hippodrome
- Visit Blue Mosque
- Visit Hagia Sophia
- Visit Basilica Cistern
Landmarks
Hippodrome
Obelisk of Theodosius
Serpent Column
Blue Mosque
Hagia Sophia
Basilica Cistern
Day 3
Istanbul
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Arden City Hotel)
Included Activities
- Sail the Bosphorus Strait
- Ride the historic Túnel to Galata Hill
- Explore fish market and spice shops
- Stroll Istiklal Avenue
- Visit Galata Tower
- Visit Egyptian Bazaar
Landmarks
Bosphorus Strait
Túnel
Galata Hill
Galata Tower
Istiklal Avenue
Egyptian Bazaar
Day 4
Istanbul to Cappadocia
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Helike Cave Hotel)
Included Activities
- Domestic flight to Cappadocia
- Explore Dervent Valley (Imagination Valley)
- Visit Goreme Open Air Museum
- Visit Goreme Panorama
- Visit Uchisar Rock Castle
- Watch pottery artisans in Avanos
- View Three Beauties fairy chimneys
- Visit local carpet cooperative
Landmarks
Dervent Valley (Imagination Valley)
Goreme Open Air Museum
Goreme Panorama
Uchisar Rock Castle
Three Beauties
Avanos
Day 5
Cappadocia
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Helike Cave Hotel)
Included Activities
- Explore Ozkonak Underground City
- Visit Rose Valley
- Visit Pigeon Valley
- Visit Ortahisar
- Visit local carpet cooperative to learn about traditional craftsmanship
Optional Activities
- Hot Air Balloon flight over Cappadocia (for early birds)
Landmarks
Ozkonak Underground City
Rose Valley
Pigeon Valley
Ortahisar
Day 6
Cappadocia to Kusadasi
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Efe Boutique Hotel)
Included Activities
- Domestic flight to Izmir
Optional Activities
- Explore Kusadasi
Day 7
Ephesus
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Efe Boutique Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit House of Virgin Mary
- Explore Sirince Village
- Explore ancient city of Ephesus
- Visit Celsus Library
- Visit Great Theatre
- Visit Temple of Artemis
Landmarks
House of Virgin Mary
Sirince Village
Ephesus
Celsus Library
Great Theatre
Temple of Artemis
Day 8
Istanbul
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Arden City Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit ancient ruins of Hierapolis
- Marvel at Pamukkale travertines (Cotton Castle)
- Dip in natural hot springs
- Domestic flight to Istanbul
Landmarks
Hierapolis
Pamukkale
Day 9
Istanbul
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Book private transfer to airport

Landmarks
Hippodrome
Obelisk of Theodosius
Serpent Column
Blue Mosque
Hagia Sophia
Basilica Cistern

Landmarks
Bosphorus Strait
Túnel
Galata Hill
Galata Tower
Istiklal Avenue
Egyptian Bazaar

Landmarks
Dervent Valley (Imagination Valley)
Goreme Open Air Museum
Goreme Panorama
Uchisar Rock Castle
Three Beauties
Avanos

Landmarks
Ozkonak Underground City
Rose Valley
Pigeon Valley
Ortahisar

Landmarks
House of Virgin Mary
Sirince Village
Ephesus
Celsus Library
Great Theatre
Temple of Artemis

Landmarks
Hierapolis
Pamukkale

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Meals
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Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Arden City Hotel
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 3, 8
Upgrade Available
Helike Cave Hotel
Hotel
Days 4, 5
Upgrade Available
Efe Boutique Hotel
Hotel
Days 6, 7
Upgrade Available

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- Travel with like-minded people
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- Travel with your own group of min. 1 travelers
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
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Age Range

1 to 99 years old

Response time

6 hours

Response rate

67%

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Janine
Asked on January 2nd, 2026
For the Highlights of Turkey 9 days Small Group Tour, may I know (1) whether there's a definite departure on 14th or 15th May 2026? (2) which airlines would you use for the domestic flights included in the tour and what time would the flights be? (3) whether hotel upgrades would be available? (4) whether booking of pre-nights or post-nights in Istanbul is available and would airport transfers be provided if we make the pre-nights or post-nights' hotel booking via you?
Accommodation
Flights / Transfers
Price / Availability
- True Blue TourOperator•Written January 2026
  We do have confirmed departures on both 14th and 15th May 2026. The Day 4 flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia will be scheduled early in the morning, approximately between 6:00–7:00 am, to allow you to join the tour on time. The timings of the remaining domestic flights can be shared once your exact travel dates are finalized. Depending on availability, domestic flights will be operated by local airlines such as Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, AJet Airlines, or SunExpress. Hotel upgrade options are available. We would be delighted to arrange pre-tour or post-tour accommodation in Istanbul for you. Airport transfers will also be provided if the hotel bookings are made through us.
R
Raymond
Asked on January 2nd, 2026
For this specific tour can you confirm that hotel and in country flights are included in the total cost? Looking to assess total costs not being included in the upfront tour price.
Accommodation
Flights / Transfers
Price / Availability
- True Blue TourOperator•Written January 2026
  Hotels and domestic flights are included in the total tour cost. Services not included are international airfare, travel insurance, guide and driver tips, the hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia, and personal expenses. The itinerary can be updated according to your preferred travel dates.
E
Ellen
Asked on July 15th, 2025
do you have reviews of this tour and what is the weather likely to be in September
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Tour Details
- True Blue TourOperator•Written July 2025
  We are quite new on TourRadar however we have been operating tours over 20 years. You may find our reviews here on TripAdvisor.

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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before April 16th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 16th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with True Blue Tour. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Highlights of Turkey - 9 Days Small Group Tour

Itinerary

Istanbul

Optional Activities

Istanbul

Included Activities

Istanbul

Included Activities

Istanbul to Cappadocia

Included Activities

Cappadocia

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Cappadocia to Kusadasi

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Ephesus

Included Activities

Istanbul

Included Activities

Istanbul

Optional Activities

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