Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 8 Day Highlights of Turkey. Dive deep into Turkey's most iconic treasures on this unforgettable eight-day adventure, packed with rich history, jaw-dropping landscapes, and mouthwatering cuisine. Wander through the ancient cities of Troy and Ephesus, delve into the mysterious underground city of Kaymakli, and explore Cappadocia's surreal, otherworldly terrain. Top it all off with a cozy dinner with a local family for a true taste of Turkish hospitality. Starting and ending in the vibrant streets of Istanbul, this trip will leave you craving...read more more of Turkey's magic.
Itinerary
Get the most out of your time in Istanbul by pre-booking the following activity to experience before your tour starts: Istanbul Walking Tour and Bosphorus Cruise. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour. And don’t worry if you can’t decide now. This activity is available for pre-booking any time before your tour starts, while any of the optional activities listed can be booked independently upon arrival in Istanbul. Stay: Hotel Centrum Istanbul
Make an early morning visit to Gallipoli, where thousands gave their lives during WWI in the battle of the same name. Take in the sights and learn the sombre story. It is only a little further to Çanakkale, a busy harbour town with a thriving student population. Join the crowds as they stroll the waterfront nightly. Stay: Grand Anzac Hotel Canakkale (B)
Visit the nearby historic and world-famous city of Troy and then visit the G-supported Cöp(m)adam handicraft cooperation, which support the local women who work in the workshop. Continue south to Selçuk for the next couple of nights. Stay: Cenka Hotel Selcuk (B)
Tour the nearby ancient Roman ruins of Ephesus for a glimpse into what life was like thousands of years before in this part of what is now Turkey. After driving back to Selçuk, learn all about how to make "Turkish pizza," called pide before transferring north to the city of Izmir for some exploration before hopping on the overnight train. (B/L)
Transfer to Cappadocia for 2 days of exploring the surreal and spectacular landscapes of the area. Stay: Grand Uchisar Hotel Cappadocia (B)
Outdoor enthusiast? Hire a bike to get around on two wheels or join your CEO on an optional trekking tour through one of the beautiful valleys of the region. Stay: Grand Uchisar Hotel Cappadocia (B/D)
Continue on to İstanbul for the opportunity to finish up your sightseeing or get in some last minute shopping. Stay: Hotel Centrum Istanbul (B)
Depart at any time. (B)
Trip Inclusions
Discover historic cities and explore the ancient ruins of Ephesus and Troy.
Visit the historic WWI battlefield of Gallipoli.
Marvel at the extraordinary scenery of Cappadocia.
Enjoy dinner in a local family home.
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Your G for Good Moment: Çöp(m)adam Visit, Ayvalık
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Foodie Moment: Pide Demonstration and Lunch, Selçuk
Your Local Living Moment: Dinner with Local Family, Çavuşin
Istanbul evening orientation walk
Gallipoli battlefields entrance and guided visit
Troy entrance and guided visit
Ephesus entrance and visit
Orientation walk in the old Kemeralti bazaar in Izmir
Tour the Mevlana Museum
Tea at sunset from a viewpoint over Cappadocia
Hike through the "fairy chimneys" of Cappadocia
Kaymakli underground city exploration
Internal flight
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
On this trip you can expect to stay in small family-run hotels or pensions (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are locally-run, with some traditional character, and in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights. You can expect to find clean, safe, simple accommodation in convenient locations.
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Private vehicle, ferry, train, plane, walking
Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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