14-Day Turkey & Egypt Cultural Tour: Gallipoli, Troy, Nile Cruise
Tour Overview
Quick Answer
Explore Turkey and Egypt on this 14-day journey featuring Gallipoli, Ephesus, Cappadocia, Cairo, and a 5-star Nile Cruise, including 4-star hotels, domestic flights, the international flight from Istanbul to Cairo, guided tours, and private transfers.
This 14-day itinerary combines Turkey's historic battlefields, archaeological treasures, and volcanic landscapes with Egypt's ancient monuments along the Nile. Begin with Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Pamukkale, and Ephesus before continuing to Cappadocia's remarkable valleys and underground cities. The journey then moves to Egypt, where Cairo introduces the Pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, and the Grand Egyptian Museum before a three-night Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Along the way, explore Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings while traveling with licensed English-speaking guides, included flights, private transfers, and carefully selected accommodations.
📋 Tour at a Glance
| Tour Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tour Duration | 14 Days / 13 Nights |
| Countries Covered | Turkey • Egypt |
| Main Destinations | Gallipoli, Çanakkale, Troy, Pergamon, Selçuk (Ephesus), Pamukkale, Cappadocia, Cairo, Aswan, Nile River Cruise & Luxor |
| Tour Style | A multi-country cultural journey combining guided sightseeing, archaeological sites, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and a Nile River Cruise. |
| Travel Style | A carefully coordinated itinerary featuring guided tours, domestic and international flights, private transfers, a Nile River Cruise, and independent leisure time between destinations. |
| Guide Language | English (Licensed Guide) |
| Group Type | Private & Small Group Combination |
| Maximum Group Size | Up to 14 guests in Turkey and up to 35 guests in Egypt. Small groups are used only during scheduled sightseeing tours. Flights, ferry journeys, transfers, and leisure time are arranged independently. |
| Accommodation | 6 nights in carefully selected 4-star hotels in Turkey, 4 nights in selected 5-star hotels in Egypt, and 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile River Cruise. |
| Meals Included | 13 breakfasts, 9 lunches, and 3 dinners. |
| Flights Included | International flight from Istanbul (Turkey) to Cairo (Egypt), plus all domestic flights within Turkey and Egypt. |
| Cruise Experience | 3-night 5-star Nile River Cruise with guided sightseeing and full-board dining. |
| Starting Price | From €4,190 per person. |
| Cancellation Policy | Free cancellation up to 30 days before the tour departure date. |
| Best Travel Season | Available all year round. |
| Physical Difficulty | Moderate. |
| Recommended For | History enthusiasts, archaeology lovers, cultural explorers, ANZAC heritage travelers, photographers, and visitors seeking a comprehensive Turkey and Egypt itinerary with a Nile River Cruise. |
Highlights
Explore the historic battlefields of Gallipoli, including Anzac Cove, Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, Johnston's Jolly, and The Nek.
Visit the archaeological treasures of Troy, Pergamon, Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, and Şirince.
Discover Cappadocia's fairy chimneys, Uçhisar Castle, Zelve Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley, Soğanlı Valley, and Kaymaklı Underground City.
Experience Egypt's iconic landmarks, including the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, Saqqara, and the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Cruise the Nile while visiting Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings.
Itinerary
Early morning departure from Istanbul begins a scenic drive through the Thrace region toward the historic peninsula of Gallipoli battlefield tour destination, one of the most significant stops in any Turkey historical tour package.
After arriving in Eceabat near the Dardanelles, enjoy lunch before continuing the deeply moving WWI Gallipoli memorial tour experience. Visit key landmarks including Anzac Cove, Johnston’s Jolly trenches, The Nek Cemetery, Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, and Brighton Beach.
After breakfast, continue toward the legendary Ancient City of Troy UNESCO archaeological site, one of the most iconic stops in any Turkey history travel route.
Next, explore Pergamon ancient city tour experience, featuring the Temple of Athena, Zeus Altar ruins, Asclepion healing center, Roman Agora, and the impressive Hellenistic theatre.
In the evening, transfer to the Selçuk Ephesus region travel hub for overnight stay.
Travel toward the natural wonder of Pamukkale thermal terraces UNESCO site, known for its white calcium formations and healing waters.
Explore the ancient city of Hierapolis ruins Turkey cultural landmark, including Roman baths, necropolis, and ancient theatre.
Begin your Ephesus guided tour experience Turkey itinerary with the sacred House of Virgin Mary pilgrimage site, followed by the breathtaking ruins of Ancient Ephesus city tour, including the famous Celsus Library.
Continue to the Temple of Artemis ruins visit, and the charming village of Şirince traditional wine village experience.
Later, fly to Cappadocia and arrive in Göreme cave hotel region Cappadocia experience.
Discover the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia guided cultural tour route, including Uçhisar Castle panoramic viewpoint, Çavuşin village, Pasabag fairy chimneys, Zelve Open Air Museum, and Devrent Valley.
Continue to Avanos, famous for traditional pottery and ceramics, part of the Cappadocia pottery making experience Turkey tour.
Optional sunrise hot air balloon flight offers the most iconic Cappadocia balloon tour sunrise experience Turkey.
OPTIONAL: This morning, be one of the lucky few to greet the sunrise from a hot air balloon—an unforgettable experience and the best way to start the day.
Visit Ortahisar Castle viewpoint, then explore the historic Greek village of Mustafapaşa, once known as Sinasos.
Continue through Sahinefendi Roman ruins Sobesos mosaics, and the scenic Soganli Valley cave churches hiking experience.
After lunch, explore the underground world of Kaymakli Underground City Cappadocia ancient settlement tour, then fly back to Istanbul.
Fly from Istanbul to Cairo, beginning your Egypt cultural discovery tour experience, the gateway to ancient civilization.
Visit the ancient necropolis of Saqqara Step Pyramid archaeological site Egypt, followed by the world-famous Great Pyramids of Giza Egypt tour experience and the iconic Great Sphinx monument Cairo tour.
Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum Tutankhamun collection experience, then enjoy free time at Khan El Khalili Bazaar Cairo shopping tour experience.
Evening flight to Aswan.
Visit Philae Temple Agilkia Island Isis sanctuary, then board your luxury Nile River Cruise Egypt experience package.
Begin sailing along the Nile River through Aswan’s peaceful landscapes
Visit the unique Kom Ombo dual temple crocodile Sobek & Horus experience, then continue toward Edfu Temple Horus sanctuary cruise stop Egypt itinerary.
Enjoy scenic Nile River views throughout the journey.
Arrive in Luxor open air museum Egypt cultural capital, and explore the massive Karnak Temple complex ancient Egypt site, followed by the illuminated Luxor Temple night structure experience.
Optional sunrise hot air balloon Luxor West Bank experience Egypt tour, followed by visits to the Valley of the Kings royal tombs Egypt heritage site, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon.
Fly back to Cairo.
After breakfast, enjoy free time until your private transfer to Cairo Airport. End of your unforgettable Turkey and Egypt combined cultural tour package experience 14 days itinerary.
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Additional Notes
- Combines the major historical landmarks of Turkey with Egypt's most significant ancient monuments in one itinerary.
- Includes Gallipoli alongside UNESCO archaeological sites, creating a diverse historical journey.
- Features domestic flights in both countries and the international flight from Istanbul to Cairo for efficient travel.
- Blends professionally guided small-group sightseeing with private airport and hotel transfers.
- Includes a three-night 5-star Nile River Cruise between Aswan and Luxor.
- Upgrade to premium or luxury hotel accommodation.
- Add a sunrise hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia.
- Include the optional Luxor hot air balloon experience.
- Extend your stay in Istanbul before departure.
- Request honeymoon amenities or private room upgrades.
- Bring comfortable walking shoes, as many archaeological sites have uneven stone pathways.
- Early morning provides the most comfortable temperatures for visiting Gallipoli, Ephesus, Luxor, and Giza.
- Dress modestly when visiting religious sites such as the House of the Virgin Mary.
- Carry sun protection for sightseeing in Pamukkale, Cappadocia, Aswan, and Luxor.
- Allow extra memory space for photography, as this itinerary includes numerous historic landscapes and archaeological monuments.
Visa requirements for Turkey and Egypt vary depending on your nationality, country of residence, and passport type. We recommend checking the latest entry regulations, visa requirements, and passport validity rules before traveling.
Many travelers can enter Turkey without a visa or obtain an electronic visa (e-Visa) online before arrival, depending on their nationality. Egypt also offers visa-free entry for some nationalities, while many visitors are eligible to obtain an e-Visa in advance or a visa on arrival. Entry requirements may change, so it is important to verify the latest official information before your departure.
Please ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned date of entry and contains sufficient blank pages for entry and exit stamps, where required.
Once your reservation is confirmed, our experienced travel team will be happy to provide the latest visa guidance and entry information to help you prepare for a smooth and hassle-free journey.
- This tour is available for Daily all year round
- Tour Can be customized.
- Price per person, based on a minimum of 2 adults.
- Price does not include international flight tickets.
- Transfers are considered with 1 luggage per person.
- Once domestic air tickets are issued cannot be modified and a 100% fees will apply in case of cancellation
- Domestic flights schedule may change.
- Domestic Flights Baggage Allowance (including 15 kilos of luggage + 8 kilos of hand luggage)
- Step 1: Booking Request & Confirmation
Once we receive your official request to book your chosen tour package, our team will check local availability and confirm all services (hotels, ferries, and transfers) accordingly.
- Step 2: Official Itinerary Review
Once everything is verified, we will email you your official, final tour itinerary detailing every aspect of your day-by-day journey.
- Step 3: Secure Your Reservation
Upon your review and explicit confirmation of this itinerary, we will proceed to the secure payment process to finalize your booking.
- Payment Schedule:
To lock in your dates and secure your hotels/transfers, a 50% booking deposit is required at the time of confirmation. The remaining 50% balance will be automatically and safely charged 3 weeks (21 days) prior to your scheduled tour start date.
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Reservations may only be canceled by submitting a formal written notice sent via email or certified mail directly to our agency. Because we pre-pay and secure local boutique hotels, high-speed ferries, and domestic flight entities well in advance on behalf of our travelers, our cancellation policy is strictly structured based on the timeline below:
- ⚠️ DOMESTIC FLIGHTS & FERRIES ARE 100% NON-REFUNDABLE: Once domestic flight or ferry tickets are officially issued, they cannot be modified, and a 100% cancellation fee applies to that portion of the package immediately, regardless of when the cancellation notice is received.
- ⏳ Land Portion Cancellation Scale:
For the remaining land portion costs that are legally recoverable from our local hotel and transfer entities, refunds are calculated as follows:
- Notice received 31 days or more prior to arrival/tour start date: 100% Refund (No cancellation fee applies to the land portion).
- Notice received between 31 and 21 days prior to scheduled tour: 75% Refund of the land portion.
- Notice received between 21 and 14 days prior to scheduled tour: 50% Refund of the land portion.
- Notice received 13 days or less prior to scheduled tour: No Refund will be issued.
Is the international flight from Turkey to Egypt included?
Yes. The package includes the international flight from Istanbul to Cairo together with all domestic flights within Turkey and Egypt.
What accommodation is included?
The tour includes 6 nights in 4-star hotels in Turkey, 4 nights in 5-star hotels in Egypt, and 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile River Cruise.
How large are the sightseeing groups?
Scheduled sightseeing operates with groups of up to 14 guests in Turkey and up to 35 guests in Egypt. Flights, transfers, and leisure time are arranged independently.
Are entrance fees included?
Yes. Entrance fees for all listed sightseeing sites are included except admission inside the Pyramids of Giza.
Is the Nile Cruise included?
Yes. The itinerary includes a three-night 5-star Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Are hot air balloon rides included?
No. Hot air balloon flights in Cappadocia and Luxor are optional experiences available at an additional cost.
What is the physical difficulty level?
The tour is rated Moderate, with regular walking at archaeological sites, historic landmarks, and museums.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation is available up to 30 days before the scheduled departure date.
