17 Days, East & West Turkey Private Tour From Istanbul
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17 Days, East & West Turkey Private Tour From Istanbul
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The ultimate adventure, East to West, 17 Days is a sweeping tour of all Turkey has to offer. From Istanbul, start your off-the-beaten-path journey in the East and experience the region’s unique cultures and visit less-frequented sites, including Kars, the Ani Ruins, Lake Van, and Urfa. As you travel west, take in the more well-known sites of Cappadocia, Konya, and Antalya. Relax and enjoy the scenic Mediterranean before heading up the Aegean coast to see the natural beauty of Pamukkale and the wonderment of Ephesus. Continuing northward, we stop to pay homage to more history, visiting Troy and Gallipoli, before making our way back to bustling Istanbul.
Itinerary
Istanbul
Istanbul
24 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeWelcome to Istanbul! Our representative will meet you at your hotel lobby In the evening at 18.30. This will give you a chance to meet with your fellow travelers and ask your questions to your guide about upcoming days. Overnight in Istanbul- AccommodationsCentrum Hotel Sirkeci Or similar
Early Flight to Kars, And Ruins
Ani Antik Kenti
24 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedToday we move onwards to Kars, a city dotted with Russian, Ottoman, and Selcuk monuments. After check-in at our hotel, we will drive a short distance to visit the ruins of Ani, the medieval capital of Armenia. Overnight Kars- AccommodationsPanagia Suite hotel or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Van- Doğu Beyazıt
Ishak Pasha Palace
24 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedToday we drive to Van. On the way, we visit Ishak Pasha Palace, a rare example of a mixture of Ottoman and Middle-Eastern architectural styles. After check-in at our hotel, we take a boat out onto Lake Van, visiting Akdamar Island and its 10th-century Armenian Holy Cross Church. Overnight Van- AccommodationsDouble Tree by Hilton or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Mardin
Hasankeyf
24 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAs we make our way to Mardin, we visit Hasankeyf, an ancient settlement and current natural conservation area with rich archeological sites dating from the 12th century AD. Overnight Mardin- AccommodationsYay Grand Otel Or smilarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Mardin
Mor Gabriel Monastery
24 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedToday we explore the ancient town on Mardin, known for its intricate and fascinating limestone architecture. Sites include the Mor Hananyo Monastery, as well as a couple of small churches and mosques. Overnight Mardin- AccommodationsYay Grand hotel or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Adıyaman
Mount Nemrut
24 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWe drive to Kahta today. On the way, we stop to visit Urfa, known as the Prophets’ City due to the legend telling that it was Abraham’s hometown. Overnight Kahta- AccommodationsHilton Garden Inn or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Cappadocia
Mount Nemrut
24 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThis morning you have the opportunity to watch the sunrise from the tomb sanctuary at Mount Nemrut. After the breakfast, we drive to Cappadocia. In the evening, there is the option to watch a Whirling Dervish ritual. Overnight Cappadocia- AccommodationsSofa Hotel Or smilarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Cappadocia
Goreme National Park
24 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedEarly this morning, you have the opportunity to take a hot air balloon ride. After breakfast, we visit the Göreme Open Air Museum, Uçhisar Castle, Pasabag (the Valley of the Monks), and trek through this magical landscape. Overnight Cappadocia- AccommodationsSofa Hotel Or smilarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Konya / Guneysinir Village Stay
Konya
24 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeToday we head to a local village just outside of Konya where we will spend the night with a family. On the way, we stop at the Kaymakli Underground City and Sultan Han (Sultanhani Caravanserai), the largest caravanserai in Anatolia. Upon arrival in Konya, we tour the mausoleum and accompanying museum of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi. As part of our homestay, we enjoy the famous Turkish hospitality and some of the most delicious home-cooked food. There is a chance to explore the surrounding areas, perhaps visiting the cooperative that sells hand-made items or sitting and relaxing in the tea garden to watch village life pass. Overnight Guneysınır (homestay)- AccommodationsHome stayFood And DrinksBreakfastDinner
Antalya
Antalya
24 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeToday we head towards Antalya, stopping along the way at Aspendos, whose Roman theatre is one of the preserved in the world. Upon arrival in Antalya, we have a walking tour of the Old City, notable for its Castle Gate, Grooved Minaret, and Ottoman-style buildings. Overnight Antalya- AccommodationsEski Masal hotel or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Kas
Castle of Simena
24 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedOn our way to Kaş, we make a short stop in Kekova. By boat, we tour the Island of Kekova where you see the remains of a sunken ancient town. We explore the archeological site of Simena Castle and the surrounding Lycian tombs on this beautiful windswept stretch of the Turkish Mediterranean coast. Overnight Kaş- AccommodationsLinda Hotel or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Pamukkale
Pamukkale
24 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeContinuing our coastal drive, we head to Pamukkale today. In the afternoon, we head to hierapolis, one of the most beautiful white calcium terraces in the world. Overnight Pamukkale.- AccommodationsTripolis hotel or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Selcuk
Pamukkale
24 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeToday we continue to Pamukkale, first visiting the ancient city of Hierapolis, whose impressive sites include the Frontinus and North Byzantine Gates, the Theatre, the Temple of Apollo, and the Necropolis. Nearby are the magnificent white calcium terraces (travertines) of Pamukkale. In the afternoon, we continue to Selçuk. Overnight Selçuk- AccommodationsCenka Hotel Or smilarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Selcuk
Ancient City of Ephesus
24 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedMore history awaits, with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Traversing the marble streets of Ephesus, notable sites we will see include the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, and the 25,000-seat amphitheatre. Afterwards, we drive to the house of the Virgin Mary. We will stop at Sirince Village for lunch. After exploring this village, we will head to the St. John Basilica. Overnight Selçuk- AccommodationsCenka Hotel Or smilarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Çanakkale
Troy (Truva)
24 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedToday we drive to Çanakkale, stopping in Pergamon and Troy on the way. In Pergamon, we will tour of the magnificent Acropolis, whose impressive temples and library made it a renowned cultural and political center of its time. Afterwards, we will visit the ancient walls of Troy. Overnight Çanakkale- AccommodationsBüyük Truva hotel or similarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Istanbul
Gallipoli
24 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeToday we travel to one of the most emotionally-touching places in Turkey—Gallipoli—where we will tour the WWI battlefields. Sites include the Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, Johnston’s Jolly Cemetery, the original trenches and tunnels, as well as the Nek. In the afternoon, we will make our way back to Istanbul. Overnight Istanbul- AccommodationsCentrum Hotel Or SmilarFood And DrinksBreakfast
Departure Day
Istanbul
24 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAfter breakfast, our tour concludes, and we say goodbye to our new friends. You will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.- AccommodationsDeparture DayFood And DrinksBreakfast
What's included
INCLUDED
Entrance Fees
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast (16)
NOT INCLUDED
Lunches and Dinners
Tips
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Location
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Istanbul, Turkiye
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