Itinerary
- Day 1
Istanbul
You'll arrive in Istanbul and settle into your hotel before meeting up with your guide and group at 7:00 PM in the lobby. From there, you'll head out to check out Taksim Square and walk along Istiklal Street using the second-oldest metro in the world. Later, you'll wind through the historic Cicek Pasajı (Flower Passage) for a traditional Turkish tavern night with mezes, kebabs, desserts, and Raki. Local street musicians set the vibe, and you can hang around local bars if you feel like it.
- Start point
- İstanbul Airport, İstanbul Airport Turkey, Istanbul, 34275, Türkiye (Istanbul Airports)
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Evening walk through Taksim Square and Istiklal Street
- Second-oldest metro ride
- Magic of Turkish Tavern Night at Cicek Pasajı (Flower Passage)
- Traditional mezes, kebabs, and desserts tasting
Optional Activities
- Explore Galata Tower
- Mingle and bond with group at local bars
Landmarks Taksim Square Istiklal Street Galata Tower Cicek Pasajı (Flower Passage) 
- Day 2
Istanbul
After breakfast, your guide takes you through Istanbul's old city hitting the major spots: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome of Constantinople, Grand Bazaar, and Spice Market. You'll travel by tram and on foot, so bring comfortable shoes since this is a full day of walking around. By evening, you're on a Bosphorus cruise where you can see great views and hear more from your guide, plus you'll get to know the other travelers better.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Istanbul's old city
- Visit Hagia Sophia
- Visit Blue Mosque
- Visit Hippodrome of Constantinople
- Visit Grand Bazaar
- Visit Spice Market
- Tram and walking tour
- Bosphorus cruise with guide commentary
Landmarks Hagia Sophia Blue Mosque Hippodrome of Constantinople Grand Bazaar Spice Market 
- Day 3
Gallipoli
You'll head to the Gallipoli Peninsula to walk through battlefields and historical sites from the eight-and-a-half-month battle that started on April 25, 1915. The day covers ANZAC Cove, the ANZAC Commemorative Site, Lone Pine, and Chunuk Bair where the August Offensive happened. You'll see The Nek site (from the Gallipoli film), then meet local villagers at Mustafa Kemal's old headquarters in Bigali Village and check out the Turkish positions from the beach.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Gallipoli battlefields
- Visit ANZAC Cove
- Visit ANZAC Commemorative Site
- Visit Lone Pine
- Visit Chunuk Bair
- View Turkish positions from ANZAC beach
- Visit Mustafa Kemal's former HQ in Bigali Village
Landmarks ANZAC Cove Lone Pine Chunuk Bair The Nek 
- Day 4
Troy to Pergamon to Ephesus
Starting in the morning, you'll explore the ancient city of Troy, looking at the Trojan Horse, sacrificial altars, 3,700-year-old city walls, and Houses of Troy I. After that, you'll drive to Pergamon to see the Temple of Athena, Acropolis, Ancient Library of Pergamum, Altar of Zeus, lower Agora, terrace Gymnasium, Hellenistic Theater, and Temple of Dionysus. Then you're off to Ephesus for the night. Once you check in, the evening is yours to relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Guided tour of ancient Troy
- View Trojan Horse
- View Troy city walls
- Visit Troy Houses of Troy I
- Guided tour of Pergamon
- Visit Temple of Athena
- Visit Pergamon Acropolis
- Visit Ancient Library of Pergamum
- Visit Altar of Zeus
- Visit Pergamon lower Agora
- Visit Gymnasium terraces
- Visit Hellenistic Theater
- Visit Temple of Dionysus
Landmarks Trojan Horse Troy City Walls Temple of Athena Pergamon Acropolis Ancient Library of Pergamum Altar of Zeus Pergamon Gymnasium Hellenistic Theater Temple of Dionysus 
- Day 5
Ephesus to Fethiye
You've got an early start for a full day touring Selcuk and ancient Ephesus, which dates back to the 10th century BC and ranks among the world's best preserved ancient cities. You'll visit the Temple of Artemis (one of the Seven Wonders), Temple of Hadrian, and the Library of Celsus. In the afternoon, you'll head to Fethiye. After checking in, there's an optional fish market visit for dinner in the city center if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Ephesus ancient city
- Visit Temple of Artemis
- Visit Temple of Hadrian
- Visit Library of Celsus
Optional Activities
- Dinner at Fethiye Fish Market
Landmarks Temple of Artemis Temple of Hadrian Library of Celsus 
- Day 6
Fethiye to Pamukkale
You're heading to Saklikent Gorge Canyon, one of Turkey's longest and most impressive canyons. You'll walk into the gorge itself and experience the cold water flowing around you with mountains towering overhead. If you're up for it, there are options to try river tubing or swim in the cold canyon waters. Then you'll travel to Pamukkale for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Walk through Saklikent Gorge Canyon
Optional Activities
- River tubing in Saklikent Gorge
- Swimming in canyon water
Landmarks Saklikent Gorge 
- Day 7
Pamukkale to Cappadocia
Today you'll visit Pamukkale, known as the 'cotton castle' for its hot springs and distinctive white travertine terraces formed by carbonate minerals in the flowing water. You'll soak in the pools and walk through this unusual natural landscape. After that, you'll drive through charming Turkish towns and villages heading to Cappadocia. Check in at your hotel and have free time before exploring Cappadocia tomorrow.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Bathing in Pamukkale hot springs and pools
- Explore Pamukkale travertine terraces
Landmarks Pamukkale 
- Day 8
Cappadocia
You can start with an optional early sunrise hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia's landscapes and fairy chimneys, or sleep in and have a relaxed breakfast instead. Then you'll explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Goreme, visiting Goreme Museum, Pigeon Valley, Uchisar, and Cavusin. In the afternoon, you'll check out local handicraft manufacturers to learn about traditional art forms. There's an optional Turkish night event this evening if you want more cultural immersion and entertainment.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Explore Goreme
- Visit Goreme Museum
- Visit Pigeon Valley
- Visit Uchisar
- Visit Cavusin
- Visit local handicraft manufacturers
- Birdwatching in Pigeon Valley
Optional Activities
- Sunrise hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia and fairy chimneys
- Turkish night event with cultural entertainment
Landmarks Goreme Goreme Museum Pigeon Valley Uchisar Cavusin - Day 9
Cappadocia to Istanbul
In the morning, you'll explore Derinkuyu Underground City, an extraordinary subterranean complex with a church, wells, food stores, and stables that sits 60 meters below ground. After that, you'll visit Salt Lake (Tuz Golu), a striking white and pink salt lake with unique ecosystems that matter for migrating bird species and photo ops. Then you're heading back to Istanbul, arriving late in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Explore Derinkuyu Underground City
- Sightseeing at Salt Lake (Tuz Golu)
Landmarks Derinkuyu Underground City Salt Lake (Tuz Golu) 
- Day 10
Istanbul
You'll have breakfast and check out from your hotel. This is the end of your tour, so it's time to say goodbye to the friends you've made and head home with memories from the trip.
- End point
- Istanbul, Türkiye (Istanbul)
- Meals
- Breakfast
