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8 Days 7 Nights Gallipoli · Troy · Pergamon · Pamukkale · Ephesus · Cappadocia

8 Days Gallipoli Troy Pergamum Pamukkale Ephesus and Cappadocia Tour

From $1,655 per person / per person

Follow an eight-day route from Gallipoli, Troy and Pergamum to Pamukkale, Ephesus and Cappadocia. The programme includes a flight to Cappadocia, two guided sightseeing days there and a separate final day for the flight back to Istanbul.

Is this the right trip for you?

Choose this for: Gallipoli, Troy and Pergamum combined with Ephesus, Pamukkale and two guided Cappadocia days.

Plan for: The eight-day route uses a flight connection to Cappadocia and keeps the final day for the return to Istanbul. Your Istanbul stay is arranged outside the programme.

Your tour route

Route map: Istanbul to Gallipoli to Troy to Pergamon to Pamukkale to Ephesus to Cappadocia to Istanbul
Istanbul → Gallipoli → Troy → Pergamon → Pamukkale → Ephesus → Cappadocia → Istanbul. Tap the map to enlarge.

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Your day-by-day itinerary

Your trip at a glance
Day Plan Meals included
Day 1 Gallipoli · Ferry to Çanakkale Breakfast
Day 2 Troy and Pergamum · Kuşadası Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3 Pamukkale and Hierapolis · Kuşadası Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4 Ephesus tour Lunch
Day 5 Fly to Cappadocia Breakfast
Day 6 Northern Cappadocia Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7 Southern Cappadocia Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8 Fly to Istanbul —

Day 1 · Gallipoli · Ferry to Çanakkale

Meals included: Breakfast

Pickup around 06:30-07:00 AM for a 5-hour drive to Gallipoli. Visit:

  • Brighton Beach & ANZAC Cove: Historic WWI sites.
  • Memorials of Dardanelles: Commemorating the fallen.
  • Beach & Ariburnu Cemeteries: Peaceful resting places.
  • Turkish 57. Infantry Regiment: Honoring Turkish soldiers.
  • Lone Pine & Chunuk Bair: Australian and New Zealand memorials.

After lunch, take a ferry to Canakkale. Overnight in Canakkale.

Day 2 · Troy and Pergamum · Kuşadası

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Pickup around 08:30-08:45 AM for your Troy Tour:

  • Troy Ancient City: Explore its 10 layered history.
  • Trojan Horse & Apollo Temple: Iconic landmarks.
  • Roman Theater & Senate: Greco-Roman architecture.

Next, drive to Pergamon to visit the ancient library area and the site of the Altar of Zeus. After lunch, transfer to Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 3 · Pamukkale and Hierapolis · Kuşadası

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Pickup around 07:30-08:00 AM for your Pamukkale-Hierapolis Tour:

  • Pamukkale Travertines: White terraces known as “Cotton Castle.”
  • Hierapolis Ancient City: A UNESCO site with healing history.
  • Cleopatra’s Pool: Optional swimming (extra charge).

After lunch, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 4 · Ephesus tour

Meals included: Lunch

Pickup around 08:45-09:00 AM for your Ephesus Tour:

  • Temple of Artemis: One of the Seven Wonders.
  • Ephesus Ancient City: Celsus Library, Hadrian Temple, Theater, and more.
  • House of the Virgin Mary: A Vatican-recognized pilgrimage site.

After lunch, return to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 5 · Fly to Cappadocia

Meals included: Breakfast

Enjoy free time in Ephesus. Later, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 6 · Northern Cappadocia

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Optional hot air balloon ride in the morning. Pickup between 09:30-10:00 AM for your Northern Cappadocia Tour:

  • Goreme Panorama: Views of the “land of fairy chimneys.”
  • Goreme Open-Air Museum: Largest monastery complex.
  • Pasabag & Devrent Valleys: Unique rock formations.
  • Red River & Avanos: Pottery village with workshops.

After lunch, return via Love Valley. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 7 · Southern Cappadocia

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Pickup between 09:30-10:00 AM for your Southern Cappadocia Tour:

  • Uchisar Castle: The biggest fairy chimney.
  • Red & Rose Valleys: 4 km hike through rock churches.
  • Kaymakli Underground City: Widest in Cappadocia.
  • Pigeon & Three Beauties Valleys: Scenic wonders.

After lunch, return to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 8 · Fly to Istanbul

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, our agent will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. End of services.

What’s Included in Your 8-Day Turkey Tour

• Hotels with breakfast

• Domestic flights (15kg baggage allowance)

• Airport transfers mentioned in the itinerary

• Lunch on tours (vegetarian, vegan, halal options available)

• Entrance fees to sights and museums

• Professional English-speaking guide

What’s Not Included

• Drinks during lunch

• Dinner

• Medical insurance

• Tips

• Cleopatra Pool fee

• Optional hot air balloon ride

Hotel Options & Prices for Your 8-Day Turkey Tour

Per Person, Max Group Size: 15

Hotel Options & Prices for Your 8-Day Turkey Tour
Category Price
Economical $1,655
Comfort $1,810
High-Class $2,735

Where you’ll stay · 7 hotel nights

  • Çanakkale: 1 night
  • Kuşadası: 3 nights
  • Cappadocia: 3 nights

Listed hotels are examples or similar alternatives. Your quote confirms the hotels and room types for your dates.

Economical hotels

Garden Inn Cappadocia — Cappadocia

Garden Inn Cappadocia

⌖ Cappadocia

Çavuşin · Cappadocia

Stone & cave hotel

Garden setting · Castle-view terrace

Details

Stone and cave rooms set among gardens in Çavuşin, with a breakfast terrace looking towards the castle.

Listed options: Aura Cave Hotel / Holiday Cave Hotel / Garden Inn Cappadocia

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Istankoy Hotel — Kusadasi

Istankoy Hotel

⌖ Kusadasi

Town centre · Seafront area

City hotel

Town-centre location · Sea-view breakfast

Details

A central base near the seafront, with a terrace bar and breakfast overlooking the Aegean.

Listed options: Istankoy Hotel / Sözer Hotel

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Anzac Hotel — Canakkale

Anzac Hotel

⌖ Canakkale

City centre · Clock Tower

★★★ · 3-star hotel

Central location · Near ferry port

Details

Central location · Near ferry port

Listed options: Anzac Hotel / Grand Anzac Hotel

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Comfort hotels

Doors of Cappadocia — Cappadocia

Doors of Cappadocia

⌖ Cappadocia

Göreme · Near town centre

Cave & stone hotel

350 m from Göreme centre · Seasonal outdoor pool

Details

Characterful cave and stone rooms with terraces and an outdoor pool, around 350 metres from central Göreme.

Listed options: Avilla Cave / Design Cave / Doors of Cappadocia

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Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel — Kusadasi

Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel

⌖ Kusadasi

Town centre · Promenade

City hotel

Central promenade location · Rooftop pool & bar

Details

A contemporary hotel in central Kuşadası, with an Aegean-facing rooftop pool, restaurant and fitness room.

Listed options: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel / Carina Hotel / Efe Boutique Hotel

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Akol Hotel — Canakkale

Akol Hotel

⌖ Canakkale

Kordon · City centre

City hotel

Seaside location · Panoramic restaurant

Details

Seaside location · Panoramic restaurant

Listed options: Akol Hotel

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High-Class hotels

Kayakapi Premium Caves — Cappadocia

Kayakapi Premium Caves

⌖ Cappadocia

Ürgüp · Historic hillside

Luxury cave boutique hotel

Historic cave architecture · Spa & Turkish bath

Details

Restored cave houses in a historic hillside neighbourhood of Ürgüp, combining Cappadocian architecture with a spa and panoramic views.

Listed options: Kayakapi Premium Caves / Yunak Evleri Cave Hotel

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Charisma Deluxe Hotel — Kusadasi

Charisma Deluxe Hotel

⌖ Kusadasi

Aegean seafront · Kuşadası

★★★★★ · 5-star hotel

Seafront setting · Swimming pools

Details

A five-star seafront hotel overlooking the Aegean, with swimming pools, spa facilities and a fitness centre.

Listed options: Double Tree by Hilton / Carisma Deluxe Hotel / La Vista Boutique Hotel

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Kolin Hotel — Canakkale

Kolin Hotel

⌖ Canakkale

Kepez · Dardanelles

Spa hotel

Dardanelles setting · Spa & wellness

Details

Dardanelles setting · Spa & wellness

Listed options: Kolin Hotel

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*Hotels may vary. Hot air balloon tour is optional—ask for the current price!

Additional Notes for Your 8-Day Turkey Tour

• Hot air balloon tour is an optional extra

• Max group size is 15 people

• The quoted price covers accommodations in hotels as mentioned above or similar quality hotels

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the benefit of the extra day compared to the 7-day tour?

The 8-day tour includes a free morning in Ephesus and an extra night in Cappadocia, giving you more time to explore at your own pace.

Is the ferry ride to Canakkale included?

Yes, the ferry transfer from Gallipoli to Canakkale on Day 1 is included in the tour package.

How early should I be at the airport on Day 5?

We recommend arriving 1.5-2 hours before your flight. Our driver ensures timely airport transfers.

Ready for a Turkish Escape? Reserve your spot and explore Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamum, Pamukkale, Ephesus, and Cappadocia with our expertly crafted 8-day Turkey tour!

 

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