Duration: 7 days
This incredible tour follows Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus, İzmir, Pergamon, Troy, Canakkale, Anzac Cove, and returns to Istanbul. We have prepared this trip with a mind so you Read more ➤
Magic Carpet - Istanbul, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Cappadocia
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Duration - 10 days
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Guide optionsEnglish
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Cancellation PolicyStrict
Overview
Magic Carpet: 10 day tour, starts and ends in Istanbul, Turkey. Discover the wonders of Turkey on this tour which starts in cosmopolitan Istanbul and visit the Gallipoli Battlefields, Troy, Pergamum and Ephesus before heading inland to see the natural wonders of Pamukkale and Cappadocia.
Highlights
- Istanbul - Hagia Sophia
- Istanbul - Hippodrome and Blue Mosque
- Ephesus - UNESCO Heritage site
- Pergamon - UNESCO Heritage site
- Gallipoli - Chunuk Bair - New Zealand Memorial
- Gallipoli - ANZAC Cove
- Gallipoli - Lone Pine - Australian Memorial
- Pamukkale - Calcium Travertines - UNESCO Heritage site
- Sirince - Village
- Sultanhani Caravansary
- Cappadocia - Kaymakli - Underground City
- Göreme - Open Air Museum (Dark Church)
- Troy - UNESCO Heritage site
- Site of the Temple of Artemis
- Konya - Mevlana Museum
- Pamukkale - Hierapolis
- Ankara - Atatürk's Mausoleum
Description
Magic Carpet - Istanbul, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Cappadocia
A 10-day escorted small group tour limited with maximum 20 people visiting Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Konya, Cappadocia and Ankara. Your guide will be with you throughout your stay to provide you with efficient organization, detailed explanations and insights into the rich history of Turkey. We are committed to providing comprehensive care throughout every stage of your journey, from the initial booking process to your departure from Turkey back to your home country.
What's included
- Inclusions:
- Inbound Transfer - Istanbul Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW)
- Outbound Transfer - Istanbul Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW)
- Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour
- Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
- Entrance fees
- 9 nights - accommodation
- 9 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners
- Exclusions:
- Suggested optional activities
- Tips - Driver and Guide
- Travel Insurance - Highly Recommended
Itinerary
- Visited Places:
- İstanbul
- Gelibolu
- Trojan Horse Statue
- Pergamon Ancient City
- Ephesus Ancient City
- Pamukkale
- Konya
- Cappadocia
- Ankara
Day 1 - Saturday - Istanbul
Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to your hotel and the remainder of the day is yours, free to explore.
Overnight Istanbul - 4 star - Nidya Hotel Galataport or similar
Day 2 - Sunday - Istanbul Old City
After breakfast, you enjoy a fully guided tour of the only city to span two continents, visiting the Blue Mosque, St Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace (including Hagia Irene and the Harem) and the Hippodrome.
Cruise between two continents on the stretch of water that separates Europe from Asia in the afternoon with an optional 'Half day Bosphorus cruise'.
Overnight Istanbul - 4 star - Nidya Hotel Galataport or similar (B)
Day 3 - Monday - Gallipoli Battlefields
One of the most emotionally touching places in Turkey, today we visit the WWI Battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston's Jolly, original trenches and tunnels.
Overnight Çanakkale - Special Class - MD Barbaros Hotel or similar (B, D)
Day 4 - Tuesday - Troy, Acropolis of Pergamon
This morning, step back in time as we visit Troy, home of the famed Trojan Horse. We continue on to Bergama and catch the new cable car up to the magnificent acropolis of Pergamon. Its impressive temples and library made Pergamon a renowned cultural and political centre in its time.
Overnight Kuşadası - Boutique - Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel or similar (B, D)
Day 5 - Wednesday - Ephesus, Kusadasi
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before continuing to the former Greek village of Sirince, famous for its fruit wines. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and at the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value.
Overnight Kuşadası - Boutique - Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel or similar (B, D)
Day 6 - Thursday - Pamukkale, Hierapolis
This morning we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
Overnight Pamukkale - 4 star - Adem Pira Hotel or similar (B, D)
Day 7 - Friday - Silk Road, Konya
Today we travel the ancient Silk Road visiting Sultanhani Caravansary and the Mevlana museum in Konya along the way. Tonight, don't miss the optional traditional Turkish folklore evening!
Overnight Cappadocia - Boutique Cave - Gamirasu Hotel or similar (B, D)
Day 8 - Saturday - Cappadocia, Goreme, Underground City
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia today as we visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, and explore the many levels of an underground city.
Overnight Cappadocia - Boutique Cave - Gamirasu Hotel or similar (B, D)
Day 9 - Sunday - Ankara
Early morning departure to the nation's capital, Ankara where we visit Anitkabir, mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, before returning to Istanbul.
Overnight Istanbul - 4 star - Nidya Hotel Galataport or similar (B)
Day 10 - Monday - Istanbul
After breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends and are transferred to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
(B - Breakfast, D - Dinner)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Magic Carpet - Istanbul, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Cappadocia duration is 10 days.
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