11-Day Turkey Tour: Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy & Pergamon
Tour Overview
Quick Answer
This 11-day Turkey tour covers Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, and Cappadocia, including carefully selected hotels, domestic flights, licensed guided tours, and private transfers for a comprehensive exploration of Turkey’s historical and cultural landmarks.
This multi-region itinerary showcases Turkey's diverse historical heritage, archaeological sites, and distinctive landscapes. Begin in Istanbul with guided visits to Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks before enjoying a Bosphorus cruise. Continue to the Gallipoli Peninsula to explore significant First World War memorials, then visit the legendary city of Troy and the ancient Acropolis of Pergamon. Discover Ephesus and the traditional village of Sirince before experiencing the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pamukkale and Hierapolis. The journey concludes with two days in Cappadocia, featuring fairy chimneys, volcanic valleys, cave settlements, traditional pottery, and the underground city of Kaymakli through professionally guided sightseeing.
Tour Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
Destinations: Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Selcuk (Ephesus), Pamukkale, Cappadocia
Guide Language: English (licensed guide)
Group Type: Private & Small Group Combination
Group Size: Up to 14 guests. Small groups are used only during scheduled sightseeing tours. Flights, ferry journeys, transfers, and leisure time are arranged independently.
Accommodation: 10 nights in carefully selected hotels
Meals: Daily breakfast and selected lunches
Flights: Domestic flights within Türkiye
Starting Price: €2,285 per person
Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation up to 30 days before the tour date
Physical Difficulty: Moderate
Season: Available all year round
Recommended For: First-time visitors to Turkey, history enthusiasts, and travelers seeking a comprehensive multi-city itinerary
Highlights
Explore Istanbul's historic center, including the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar, and a scenic Bosphorus cruise.
Visit the Gallipoli Peninsula to discover ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair, and The Nek while learning about the World War I campaign.
Discover the legendary city of Troy, the Acropolis of Pergamon, Ephesus Ancient City, and the traditional hillside village of Sirince.
Experience the UNESCO-listed white travertine terraces of Pamukkale and explore the ancient city of Hierapolis.
Explore Cappadocia's volcanic landscapes, including Uchisar Castle, Pasabag Valley, Zelve Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley, Soganli Valley, and Kaymakli Underground City.
Itinerary
Arrive in Istanbul and transfer privately to your hotel. After check-in, meet your travel consultant for a short orientation and practical overview of your journey.
Discover the historic heart of Istanbul with your private guide. Visit the ancient Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace before exploring the colorful atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar.
This day offers a deep introduction to the city’s Byzantine and Ottoman heritage.
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon cruise along the Bosphorus Strait while admiring Istanbul’s waterfront mansions, palaces, mosques, and skyline from the sea. A light lunch is served on board.
Travel across Thrace to the Gallipoli Peninsula and visit significant World War I memorial sites including ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair, and The Nek.
This meaningful excursion provides historical insight into one of the most important campaigns of the early twentieth century.
Visit the ancient city of Troy, famous for mythology and archaeology, before continuing to Pergamon to explore its dramatic acropolis, temples, and ancient medical center.
Later, continue south toward Selcuk.
Explore Ephesus, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the Mediterranean world. Highlights include the Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, and marble-paved streets.
After lunch, continue to the charming hillside village of Sirince, known for traditional architecture and local wines.
Travel to Pamukkale to experience its famous white travertine terraces formed by thermal mineral waters. Explore the nearby ancient city of Hierapolis, including its theater, necropolis, and Roman bath complex.
Transfer to Izmir Airport for your domestic flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, continue to Goreme and enjoy free time to relax or explore the surrounding valleys and viewpoints.
Optional sunrise hot air balloon flight available.
Today’s guided exploration includes Uchisar Castle, Pasabag Valley, Zelve Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley, and local pottery workshops in Avanos.
This region offers one of the world’s most unique volcanic landscapes.
Visit Ortahisar, Mustafapasa, Soganli Valley, and the underground city of Kaymakli before transferring to the airport for your evening flight back to Istanbul.
After breakfast and hotel check-out, transfer privately to Istanbul Airport for your international departure.
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Additional Notes
- Connects Turkey's leading historical, archaeological, and cultural destinations in one well-planned itinerary.
- Combines Byzantine, Ottoman, Roman, Greek, and World War I heritage across multiple regions.
- Includes licensed English-speaking guides, entrance fees, domestic flights, and private transfers.
- Balances private touring in Istanbul with guided small-group experiences throughout the journey.
- Suitable for travelers seeking an in-depth introduction to Turkey's history and landscapes.
- Upgrade to premium hotel accommodation where available.
- Add an optional sunrise hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia.
- Request fully private guided touring throughout the itinerary.
- Extend your stay before or after the tour in Istanbul or Cappadocia.
- Arrange honeymoon amenities or special occasion services upon request.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for archaeological sites with uneven stone surfaces and marble streets.
- Bring sun protection for outdoor sightseeing, particularly in Gallipoli, Ephesus, Pamukkale, and Cappadocia.
- Early morning and late afternoon offer excellent lighting for photography in Cappadocia and Pamukkale.
- Dress modestly when visiting active religious sites such as the Blue Mosque.
- Layered clothing is recommended, as temperatures vary between coastal areas and central Anatolia.
Visa requirements for Turkey vary by nationality. Before traveling, please check the latest visa regulations and passport validity requirements applicable to your country. Many travelers can enter Turkey visa-free, while others may be eligible for an e-Visa or need to apply through a Turkish embassy or consulate. Once your booking is confirmed, our travel experts will be happy to provide the latest entry information and travel guidance 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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- Accepted Cards: For your security, we accept VISA and MASTERCARD credit cards only. Please note that debit cards, prepaid cards, or other payment cards are not supported by our secure payment gateway.
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 accommodation included?
Yes. The package includes 10 nights of accommodation in carefully selected hotels.
Are domestic flights included?
Yes. Domestic flights within Türkiye are included as part of the tour package.
Are international flights included?
No. International airfare is not included.
What meals are included?
The itinerary includes daily breakfast and selected lunches as specified in the program.
What type of guided tours are included?
The tour combines private and small-group guided experiences led by licensed English-speaking guides.
Is the Cappadocia hot air balloon ride included?
No. The sunrise balloon flight is available as an optional activity.
Is this tour suitable for first-time visitors?
Yes. The itinerary includes many of Turkey's most important historical, archaeological, and cultural destinations.
What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation is available up to 30 days before the scheduled tour date.
