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Highlights of Turkey

8 days
From Istanbul to Dalyan
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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 7 - 16
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Istanbul

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Monaco Hotel), Hotel (Monaco Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Istanbul's Grand Bazaar (over 60 streets and 3,000 shops selling jewellery, carpets, furniture, and local arts and crafts)
    • Welcome meeting and dinner at 7pm (for those arriving in time)
    Landmarks
    Grand Bazaar
    Sultanahmet District
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  2. Day 2

    Istanbul

    Meals
    Breakfast (Traditional Turkish breakfast with yogurts, cheese, breads, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives and fruits)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Monaco Hotel), Hotel (Monaco Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Traditional Turkish breakfast
    • Guided tour of Sultanahmet Square
    • Visit Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque)
    • Visit Suleymaniye Mosque
    • Public ferry across Bosphorus to Kadikoy
    • Exploration of Kadikoy neighbourhood on foot

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Hagia Sophia
    • Visit Galata Tower
    • Visit Topkapi Palace Museum
    • Visit Basilica Cistern
    • Guided exploration of Kadikoy with tour leader
    Landmarks
    Sultanahmet Square (Hippodrome of Constantinople)
    Hagia Sophia
    Serpentine Column
    Obelisk of Theodosius
    Walled Obelisk
    Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque)
    Suleymaniye Mosque
    Spice Bazaar
    Galata Tower
    Topkapi Palace Museum
    Basilica Cistern
    Kadikoy
  3. Day 3

    Istanbul to Canakkale

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Canak Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Anzac Cove
    • Visit Lone Pine Australian Memorial and Cemetery
    • Visit Kabatepe War Museum
    • 30-minute ferry across Dardanelles to Canakkale

    Optional Activities

    • Sample locally caught seafood in Canakkale
    • Evening stroll along seafront in Canakkale
    • View Trojan Horse replica in Canakkale
    Landmarks
    Anzac Cove
    Lone Pine Australian Memorial and Cemetery
    Kabatepe War Museum
    Trojan Horse replica
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  4. Day 4

    Canakkale to Selcuk

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Cenka Hotel), Hotel (Cenka Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit ancient city of Troy
    • Visit Pergamon acropolis
    Landmarks
    Troy
    Troy VI
    Pergamon
    Pergamon Acropolis
    Bergama
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  5. Day 5

    Selcuk

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Lycus River Hotel), Hotel (Lycus River Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Ephesus with local guide
    • Visit Ephesus ruins including theatre, gymnasium, agora, baths, and Library of Celsus
    • Visit traditional carpet weaver
    • Explore Selcuk town
    Landmarks
    Ephesus
    Library of Celsus
    Selcuk
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  6. Day 6

    Pamukkale to Dalyan

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Palme), Hotel (Hotel Palme (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Pamukkale white terraces and pools
    • Experience Cleopatra's Pool
    • Visit Hierapolis ancient spa town including Roman baths, tombs and theatre
    Landmarks
    Pamukkale
    Cleopatra's Pool
    Hierapolis
    Caunos
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  7. Day 7

    Dalyan

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Palme), Hotel (Hotel Palme (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Riverboat trip through Koycegiz Lake reeds to Caunos
    • Visit Caunos ruins (Roman bath, theatre, acropolis)
    • Visit mud baths and hot springs at the lake
    • Water taxi through reed beds to Iztuzu Beach

    Optional Activities

    • Relax and try mud baths (therapeutic mud)
    • Visit Turtle Conservation Centre (DEKAMER)
    Landmarks
    Koycegiz Lake
    Caunos
    Iztuzu Beach
    Turtle Conservation Centre (DEKAMER)
  8. Day 8

    Dalyan

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4.5
Overall rating based on 16 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.7
  • Transport
    4.8
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    3.8
  • Food
    3.9
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    May 20th, 2023
    Our guide and the amazing ancient sites
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    May 21st, 2023
    Trip to Ephesus was excellent - getting there early meant it wasn't too busy so we could take in the majesty of the...
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    May 23rd, 2023
    Guide was very knowledgable about where to find some quiet spots even in the busiest locations - entering Hierapolis...
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    September 11th, 2023
    Gallipoli and Pergamum
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  • A
    September 11th, 2023
    Crossing the Bosphorus and seeing Troy.
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  • A
    September 15th, 2023
    The sites of Troy and Ephesus were particularly impressive for the ancient history enthusiast. The visit to the site...
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    Traveled in September 2023
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  • A
    September 25th, 2023
    Anzac Cove Lone Pine Cemetery
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  • A
    November 8th, 2023
    Still love the hustle and bustle of Istanbul and the peace of the mosques
    Traveled in October 2023
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    November 13th, 2023
    Ephesus
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  • A
    April 18th, 2023
    I highly recommend this tour! The points of interest were very interesting and the timing of the whole trip was...
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    Traveled in February 2023

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    Dean

    Asked on February 12th, 2026

    Wanting to explore 8 day options in Turkey which include both Izmir and Cappadocia. Flying in/out of Istanbul. Hoping to include as many places as possible without blowing up budget too much

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten February 2026

      I don't seem to have an Explore tour that visits Izmir apologies but we do have some Turkey Tours that visit Capaddocia. You may like this food based tour - A Taste of Turkey - Istanbul to Cappadocia by Explore! with 1 Tour Review (Code: XTU)

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    Marlene

    Asked on December 27th, 2024

    Can I arrange to spend the night in the same hotel that you use? Will you do an airport transfer for me at that time?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten December 2024

      We off free airport transfers on the start and end day of the tour only. You can book a private arrival transfer for two the cost is USD$160.00. Pre tour hotel is also possible to book also $160.00 pre night /per room for two people.

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    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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