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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 16
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Antalya

    Antalya
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Massimo Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Kaleici (old quarter and ancient port)
    • Explore Hadrian's Gate (Roman entrance to old town)
    • Dine at local restaurants in Kaleici
    Landmarks
    Kaleici
    Hadrian's Gate
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 2

    Antalya - Aspendos - Perge

    Antalya - Aspendos - Perge
    Meals
    Breakfast (Traditional Turkish breakfast including yogurts, cheese, breads, cucumbers, tomatoes, eggs, olives, fruits and international options), Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Massimo Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Aspendos Roman theatre with audio guide
    • Visit Roman aqueduct at Aspendos
    • Visit ancient Roman city of Perge with theatre, baths and gates

    Optional Activities

    • Turkish baths instead of Perge visit
    • Relax at hotel instead of Perge visit
    Landmarks
    Aspendos Roman Theatre
    Aspendos Roman Aqueduct
    Perge
  4. Day 3

    Antalya to Kas

    Antalya to Kas
    Meals
    Dinner (Traditional Turkish cuisine with shared hot and cold dishes (mezze), vegetarian and vegan options available. Drinks not included.)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Kayahan)

    Included Activities

    • Walk Lycian Way from Camyuva to Phaselis
    • Visit Phaselis ancient harbour town
    • Visit Chimaera eternal flame

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming at Phaselis
    • Relax at cafe at Chimaera instead of walking to flames
    Landmarks
    Lycian Way
    Phaselis
    Chimaera
    Kas
  5. Day 4

    Kas

    Kas
    Meals
    Lunch (BBQ lunch on board)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Kayahan)

    Included Activities

    • Gulet sailing cruise around the bay
    • BBQ lunch on board
    • Visit Kekova island
    • View submerged streets and Lycian sarcophagi at Simena
    • Explore Simena medieval castle
    • Visit Kalekoy village

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming at various stops
    • Visit Crusader fortress at Kalekoy
    • Try peach ice cream at Kalekoy
    Landmarks
    Kekova Island
    Simena
    Kalekoy
  6. Day 5

    Kas to Dalyan

    Kas to Dalyan
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Michelangelo Boutique Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Walk to Caunos ancient ruins
    • Explore Caunos site
    • Boat ride to Dalyan town
    • Boat ride on river to Iztuzu Beach
    • Swimming at Iztuzu Beach
    Landmarks
    Caunos
    Dalyan
    Iztuzu Beach
  7. Day 6

    Dalyan to Pamukkale

    Dalyan to Pamukkale
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Doga Thermal Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Aphrodisias Greco-Roman site
    • Visit Aphrodisias museum
    Landmarks
    Aphrodisias
    Aphrodisias Tetrapylon
    Temple of Aphrodite
    Aphrodisias Stadium
    Pamukkale
  8. Day 7

    Pamukkale - Hierapolis - Selcuk

    Pamukkale - Hierapolis - Selcuk
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Vinifera Ephesus Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Pamukkale terraced pools and natural wonders
    • Visit Hierapolis ancient spa town
    • Visit Hierapolis theatre and Temple of Apollo
    • Visit Frontinus Gate
    • Visit Archaeology Museum in former Roman baths
    • Visit frozen waterfall at Pamukkale

    Optional Activities

    • Wade in travertine pools at Pamukkale
    Landmarks
    Pamukkale
    Hierapolis
    Temple of Apollo
    Frontinus Gate
  9. Day 8

    Selcuk - Ephesus

    Selcuk - Ephesus
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Vinifera Ephesus Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ephesus ancient city
    • Visit Baths of Constantine
    • Visit Temple of Hadrian
    • Visit Ephesus theatre
    • Visit Ephesus odeon
    • Visit Arcadian Way
    • Visit Library of Celsus

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Roman Houses exhibition
    • Visit Temple of Artemis remains in Selcuk
    • Browse local bazaar on Saturday
    • Visit Turkish Baths
    • Visit Ephesus Museum
    • Visit Isa Bey Mosque
    • Visit St. John's Basilica
    Landmarks
    Ephesus
    Library of Celsus
    Temple of Hadrian
    Ephesus Theatre
    Arcadian Way
    Temple of Artemis
  10. Day 9

    Selcuk to Canakkale

    Selcuk to Canakkale
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Cura Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Pergamon Acropolis
    Landmarks
    Pergamon
    Pergamon Acropolis
  11. Day 10

    Canakkale to Istanbul via Gallipoli

    Canakkale to Istanbul via Gallipoli
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Grand Sirkeci Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Ferry crossing Dardanelles Strait
    • Visit Anzac Cove
    • Visit Anzac Commemorative site
    • Visit Ari Burnu Cemetery
    • Visit Lone Pine Australian Memorial and Cemetery
    Landmarks
    Gallipoli Peninsula
    Anzac Cove
    Ari Burnu Cemetery
    Lone Pine Australian Memorial
  12. Day 11

    Istanbul

    Istanbul
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Grand Sirkeci Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Sultanahmet Square
    • Visit Sultanahmet Blue Mosque
    • Visit Basilica Cistern

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Hagia Sophia
    • Visit Topkapi Palace Museum and Gardens
    • Visit Galata Tower
    • Explore other neighbourhoods
    • Lunch at restaurants in Spice Bazaar
    Landmarks
    Sultanahmet Square
    Hagia Sophia
    Sultanahmet Blue Mosque
    Serpentine Column
    Obelisk of Theodosius
    Basilica Cistern
    Spice Bazaar
    Topkapi Palace
    Galata Tower
  13. Day 12

    Istanbul

    Istanbul
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Airport transfer to Istanbul Airport
    • Airport transfer to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

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  • Transport
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  • Guide
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  • Barbara4.7April 2025
    Boat ride and walk in Dalyan
    Traveled in April 2025
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  • Susan4.8February 2025
    Highlight was the morning visit to Hierapolis and Pamukkale. Very quiet, a fascinating place with beautiful views.
    Traveled in April 2025
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  • Faye4.3January 2025
    That's a difficult one to answer, there was so many wonderful experiences. If I had to pick one I would say the Kas...
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    Traveled in May 2025
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  • Lesley4.8June 2025
    Turkiye just kept surprising me. From Espendos to Istanbul, we encountered one amazing site after another. I've...
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    Traveled in May 2025
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  • Peter4.7June 2025
    Anatalya museum, the Aphrodisias Greco- roman site, Selcuk (nice town) and Ephesus which is fantastic. the Pergamon...
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    Traveled in May 2025
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Lynn4.5November 2025
    The historical sites. Our guide Alkan was very accommodating and a good historian. He was flexible with times and...
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    Traveled in May 2025
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  • Eleanor4.8September 2025
    Walking the Lycean way, Gulet boat trip, boat trip to Turtle Beach, Hierapolis, Gallipoli
    Traveled in September 2025
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  • Dennis4.8September 2025
    Ancient site visits, boat trip at Dalyan, great hotel at Dalyan. Great bard everywhere. Beautiful swimming in...
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    Traveled in September 2025
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Julie4.7September 2025
    As usual, a very enjoyable trip travelling around Turkey with like minded people. Tour leader, Alkin, was...
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    Traveled in September 2025
    Review collected by Explore!
  • Frans4.2September 2025
    Gulet trip, Ephesus visit; local market in Selcuk; rubber boat to İztuzu beach; cable car to pergamon
    Traveled in September 2025
    Review collected by Explore!

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