Follow a ten-day route through Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamum, Pamukkale, Ephesus and Cappadocia. The programme combines guided visits, a free Istanbul day and transfers between regions, finishing with your departure from Istanbul.
Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights | Max People: 15
Is this the right trip for you?
Choose this for: A broad ten-day history route combining Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamum, Ephesus, Pamukkale and Cappadocia.
Plan for: Expect several hotel changes and touring days between regions. A free Istanbul day provides a pause; the route prioritises historic sites over time on the Mediterranean coast.
Your tour route
Istanbul → Gallipoli → Troy → Pergamon → Pamukkale → Ephesus → Cappadocia → Istanbul. Tap the map to enlarge.
Arrive at Istanbul (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW). Our driver will greet you at the exit gate with a sign bearing your name and transfer you to your hotel. Enjoy free time to relax or explore. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 · Free day in Istanbul
Meals included: Breakfast
After an open buffet breakfast, enjoy a free day to explore Istanbul’s Old City on your own. Optionally, join our Istanbul Old City Small Group Tour (max 6-8 people, $135 per person, min 2 people required) including an English-speaking guide, entrance fees, and lunch.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 · Gallipoli · Ferry to Çanakkale
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Pick-up between 6:30-7:00 AM for a 5-hour drive to Gallipoli. Visit:
Lone Pine Australian Memorial & Chunuk Bair: Key memorials.
Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery: Honoring local soldiers.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then take a ferry to Canakkale. Overnight in Canakkale.
Day 4 · Troy and Pergamum · Kuşadası
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Pick-up at 8:30-8:45 AM for a tour of Troy Ancient City. Explore:
Trojan Horse: Iconic wooden replica.
Apollo Temple & City Walls: Ancient ruins.
Roman Theater: Greco-Roman heritage.
Then, drive to Pergamum to visit:
Great Library: A historic marvel.
Zeus Altar: Impressive ancient structure.
Lunch at a local restaurant. Drive to Kusadasi/Selcuk. Overnight in Kusadasi/Selcuk.
Day 5 · Pamukkale and Hierapolis · Kuşadası
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Pick-up at 7:30-8:00 AM for the Pamukkale-Hierapolis Tour. Discover:
Pamukkale Travertines: White terraces of mineral pools.
Hierapolis Ancient City: UNESCO site with Roman ruins.
Optional: Swim in Cleopatra Swimming Pool (extra fee). Lunch at a local restaurant. Return to Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 6 · Ephesus tour
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Pick-up at 9:00-9:30 AM for the Ephesus Tour. Visit:
Artemis Temple: One of the Seven Wonders.
Ephesus Ancient City: Hadrian Temple, Celsus Library, Theater.
House of Virgin Mary: Recognized pilgrimage site.
Lunch at a local restaurant. Optional carpet demonstration (inform guide if not interested). Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 7 · Fly to Cappadocia
Meals included: Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for a flight to Cappadocia (direct or via Istanbul, depending on schedule). Upon arrival, our agent will meet you with a sign and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 8 · Northern Cappadocia
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Optional Hot Air Balloon Tour in the morning. Pick-up at 9:30-10:00 AM for the Northern Cappadocia Tour. Explore:
Goreme Panorama: Stunning views of fairy chimneys.
Goreme Open Air Museum: Monastery complex with frescoes.
Pasabag & Devrent Valleys: Unique rock formations.
Ortahisar & Love Valley: Village and scenic views.
Lunch at a local restaurant. Visit a pottery village (optional workshop). Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 9 · Southern Cappadocia · Fly to Istanbul
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Pick-up at 9:30-10:00 AM for the Southern Cappadocia Tour. Visit:
Uchisar Castle: Largest fairy chimney fortress.
Red & Rose Valleys: 4km hike with rock churches.
Cavusin Village & Kaymaklı Underground City: Ancient settlements.
Pigeon Valley & Three Beauties: Scenic views.
Lunch at a local restaurant. Optional carpet demonstration (inform guide if not interested). Fly back to Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 10 · Departure from Istanbul
Departure
Transfer to Istanbul (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) based on your flight time. Self check-in and farewell! End of Service.
What’s Included
Hotels with breakfast
Domestic flights (15kg baggage allowance)
Airport transfers
Lunch on tours (vegetarian, vegan, halal options available)
Entrance fees for sights and museums
Professional English-speaking guide
What’s Not Included
Personal expenses
Beverages during lunch
Dinner
Cleopatra Swimming Pool entrance fee
Medical insurance
Tips to guide and driver
Hotel Options & Pricing for Your Turkey Tour
Per Person, Max Group Size: 15
Hotel Options & Pricing for Your Turkey Tour
Category
Price
Economical
$1725
Comfort
$2100
Luxury
$2975
Where you’ll stay · 9 hotel nights
Istanbul: 3 nights
Çanakkale: 1 night
Kuşadası / Selçuk: 3 nights
Cappadocia: 2 nights
Listed hotels are examples or similar alternatives. Your quote confirms the hotels and room types for your dates.
Economical hotels
Zeynep Sultan Hotel
⌖ Istanbul
Sultanahmet · Old City
Boutique hotel
Historic centre · 22-room boutique stay
Details
A small historic hotel in Sultanahmet, with the Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia a short walk away.
Listed options: Zeynep Sultan Hotel / Hotel Black Tulip