Highlights of Turkey

8 Days
From CAD 1,716 Was CAD 2,019
Best Rate
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Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Average

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Experience Overview

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 more of Turkey's magic.

Highlights

  • 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

Trip Details

Product CodeProduct Code: 9208

Tour TypeTour Type: Small Group

AccommodationAccommodation: Budget

TransportTransport: Private vehicle, ferry, train, plane, walking.

Guide LanguageGuide Language: English

Travel StylesTravel Styles: Budget

Supplier CodeSupplier Code: ETIH

StartStarts: Istanbul, Turkey

FinishFinishes: Istanbul, Turkey

DurationDuration: 8 days

DeparturesDepartures: Guaranteed

Physical RatingPhysical rating: Average

Includes

Activities

  • Your G for Good Moment: Çöp(m)adam Visit, Ayvalık Your Welcome Moment: 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

Accommodation

  • Hotels (6 nts), Overnight Train (1 nt).
  • 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner

Transport

  • Private vehicle, ferry, train, plane, walking.

Group Leader

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 1716 (CAD 214 /day)

Itinerary

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Day 1: Istanbul

Arrive at any time, and meet your CEO and group in the evening at a welcome meeting. Head out for an optional group dinner and take a walk through the old square to see some of Istanbul's iconic monuments lit up at night.
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.

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Day 2: Istanbul/Çanakkale

Travel east from Istanbul to the Gallipoli Peninsula for a guided tour of the area including ANZAC Cove, the war cemeteries, and Lone Pine. In the afternoon, continue on to the harbour town of Çanakkale.
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.

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Day 3: Çanakkale/Selçuk

Set off from Çanakkale and visit the ancient city of Troy. Continue to Ayvalik and stop by the G-supported Cöp(m)adam handicraft coop before travelling south to the town of Selçuk for the night.
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.

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Day 4: Selçuk/İzmir

Explore Ephesus this morning as well as the Temple of Artemis, one of the ancient seven wonders of the world, Temple of Artemis. Back in Selçuk, take part in a demonstration of how to prepare pide, a traditional Turkish flatbread, then devour the delicious results for lunch. In the afternoon transfer to the city of Izmir for an orientation walk of the old Kemeralti old bazaar then board an overnight train bound for Cappadocia.
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.

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Day 5: Konya/Cappadocia

Disembark the train in Konya and grab some breakfast at a nearby restaurant. Visit the Mevlana Museum before continuing by private vehicle to the Cappadocia region and check into the hotel. Sip a cup of tea or coffee while taking in the sunset from a nearby viewpoint before heading out for an optional dinner with the group in the evening.
Transfer to Cappadocia for 2 days of exploring the surreal and spectacular landscapes of the area.

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Day 6: Cappadocia

Set out on a full day of exploration of the Cappadocia area, starting with a hike through the iconic "fairy chimneys." Stop at various scenic viewpoints for photos on the way to the massive subterranean complex of the Kaymakli underground city before some free time in the afternoon for individual exploration or to relax at the hotel. In the evening, gain insight into the local cultural traditions by sharing a meal with a local family.
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.

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Day 7: Cappadocia/Istanbul

After an early breafast, transfer to the airport to catch the flight back to Istanbul. Enjoy the rest of the day free for individual exploration of the historic and vibrant city, grab some street food or relax at a cafe before an optional final dinner with the group.
Continue on to İstanbul for the opportunity to finish up your sightseeing or get in some last minute shopping.

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Day 8: Istanbul

Depart at any time.

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G Adventures

G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.

In Business Since 1990

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