Classical Türkiye
Classical Türkiye
Classical Türkiye
10 Days Starting in Istanbul, Turkey and ending in Canakkale, Turkey
Visiting: Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Izmir, Canakkale
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IndTur143
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 35
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Ruins-Archaeology
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Classical Turkiye" tour and immerse yourself in the rich history and stunning landscapes of Turkey. Begin your journey in Istanbul, exploring iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque. Visit Ankara to see the Mausoleum of Ataturk, then marvel at the unique rock formations of Cappadocia. Relax in the thermal hot springs of Pamukkale and discover the ancient ruins of Ephesus, including the Temple of Artemis. Uncover the legendary city of Troy and its famous wooden horse. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and natural beauty, with comfortable accommodations and guided experiences throughout.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Istanbul Arrival
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: hotel
Welcome to Istanbul! Upon arrival at Istanbul International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city where East meets West.
Overnight in Istanbul
Day 2: Istanbul (B/-/-)
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you may explore Istanbul city on your own. Once known as Constantinople and Byzantium, Istanbul's position on the Silk Road has made it an economic, historic, and cultural center, serving as an imperial capital numerous times for the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires. With both Asian and European sides to the city, this metropolis offers a lot to explore. Perhaps join our Istanbul Full-Day tour.
Overnight in Istanbul
Day 3: Istanbul - Ankara - Cappadocia (B/-/D)
Location: Ankara
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
In the morning after breakfast, we will depart for Ankara. There, you will visit the Mausoleum of Ataturk and its Museum, the national hero who founded the modern Republic of Türkiye. From there you will drive to Cappadocia, with an en-route stop in the picturesque Salt Lake, which dries out and leaves a thick layer of salt that looks like snow every summer!
Overnight in Cappadocia
Day 4: Cappadocia (B/-/-)
Location: Cappadocia
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, explore the city on your own. Cappadocia is Türkiye's most visually striking region, especially the \"moonscape\" area around the towns, where erosion has formed caves, clefts, pinnacles, \"fairy chimneys\" and sensuous folds in the soft volcanic rock. To know more about this distinctive site in the world join our full-day tour.
Overnight in Cappadocia
Day 5: Cappadocia - Konya - Pamukkale (B/-/D)
Location: Pamukkale
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Early in the morning, we will drive to Pamukkale, known as the “cotton castle” or fortress, for its white limestone cascades. On the way, visit the 13th-century Seljukian masterpiece Sultanhan Caravanserai before you arrive in Konya — where you will visit the famous mausoleum of the Sufi philosopher, Mevlana. Later you will continue to Pamukkale.
Overnight in Pamukkale
Day 6: Pamukkale - Izmir (B/-/D)
Location: Izmir
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, start Pamukkales visits by the ruins of the ancient Greek city of Hierapolis and its magnificent Necropolis (graveyard). From there you will discover the famous lime cascade and hot springs. After lunch, continue your journey to Selcuk where you can visit the Temple of Artemis: ''one of the seven wonders of the ancient world''. Later, continue your journey to Izmir and check in to your hotel.
Overnight in Izmir
Day 7: Izmir (B/-/D)
Location: Izmir
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and spend a day at leisure to explore the beautiful city of Izmir on your own. Izmir is the third-largest city in Türkiye, the second biggest port after Istanbul. Once the ancient city of Smyrna, İzmir is now a modern, developed, and busy commercial center, set around a huge bay and surrounded by mountains. The broad boulevards, glass-fronted buildings, and modern shopping centers are dotted with traditional, red-tiled roofs, the 18th-century market, and old mosques and churches, although the city has an atmosphere more of Mediterranean Europe than traditional Türkiye. İzmir owes its position as an economically and socially dynamic city to its location, climate, and the fact that it has been home to many different cultures and religions. Persians, Ancient Greeks, Assyrians, Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans are just a few of the dozens of different civilizations that the city has hosted through its long history.
Overnight in Izmir
Day 8: Izmir - Pergamum - Canakkale (B/-/D)
Location: Canakkale
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
There will be an early morning departure for Bergama as you visit the Asklepion of Pergamum; once the world's most famous ancient medical center. It is also the second-most important site in modern Bergama. The Temple of Asclepios remains of the library, agora columns, and intimate theatre are well signposted. From there you will continue to Troy to see its famous wooden horse, being the setting of the Trojan War and where many settlements were built on top of each other. Next, head towards Canakkale for dinner and an overnight stay.
Overnight in Canakkale
Day 9: Canakkale - Gallipoli - Istanbul (B/-/-)
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning after breakfast, you will drive to Gallipoli and visit Anzac Cove, named after the acronym from the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) in World War I. Continue to the Lone Pine Cemetery, the location of one of the five memorials on the Gallipoli Peninsula, commemorating servicemen killed in the campaign from the former British Empire with no known graves. Later in the afternoon, you will be transferred back to Istanbul for your overnight stay.
Overnight in Istanbul
Day 10: Istanbul - (B/-/-)
Location: Istanbul
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Istanbul International Airport for your flight back home!
Note: Please be informed that the tour only has complimentary transfer shuttles at 09:00 – 13:00 on the last day of departure, so if clients would like a separate transfer, it will be subject to an extra charge as we need to arrange a private vehicle for them.
What's Included
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09 Nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed Superior hotel or similar
Enjoy comfortable stays in superior hotels or similar accommodations for 9 nights on a twin-sharing basis.
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Daily Breakfast
Start each day with a delicious breakfast included in your package.
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05 Dinners at hotel
Relish 5 dinners at the hotel during your stay.
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Arrival transfer (Sabiha Gokcen Airport subject to surcharge)
Get a convenient transfer from the airport to your hotel upon arrival. Note: Transfers from Sabiha Gokcen Airport may incur an additional surcharge.
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Departure transfer between 09:00 to 13:00 by shuttle (only new airport IST)
Enjoy a complimentary shuttle transfer to the new Istanbul airport (IST) between 09:00 to 13:00 on the day of departure.
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All Transportation in AC vehicle
Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour.
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Professional English-speaking tour guide throughout
Benefit from the expertise of a professional English-speaking tour guide for the entire duration of the tour.
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Luggage porterage assistance at all hotels
Receive assistance with your luggage at all hotels.
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All Sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary
Enjoy all sightseeing activities and entrance fees as outlined in the itinerary.
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All local applicable taxes
All local taxes applicable to the tour are included.
What's Not Included
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Items of a personal nature, tips, & gratuities
Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities are not included.
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Visa fees, if applicable
Visa fees, if required, are not included in the package.
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Optional tours
Optional tours and activities are not included and can be purchased separately.
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Items not mentioned as included
Any items or services not specifically mentioned as included in the package are excluded.
Mode of Transport
All transportation is provided in an air-conditioned vehicle, including arrival and departure transfers, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free travel experience.
Accommodation
Enjoy 9 nights of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed Superior hotels or similar, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 09 nights of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed Superior hotels or similar.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes daily breakfast and 05 dinners at the hotel.
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Is airport transfer included in the tour package?
Yes, arrival transfer is included (Sabiha Gokcen Airport subject to surcharge) and departure transfer between 09:00 to 13:00 by shuttle (only new airport IST) is also included.
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
All transportation during the tour is provided in an air-conditioned vehicle.
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Is there a tour guide provided throughout the tour?
Yes, a professional English-speaking tour guide will be with you throughout the tour.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour package?
Yes, all sightseeing and entrance fees as per the itinerary are included in the tour package.
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What are some of the key highlights of the tour?
Some key highlights include exploring the Blue Mosque and other landmarks in Istanbul, visiting the Mausoleum of Ataturk in Ankara, experiencing the unique landscape of Cappadocia, relaxing in the thermal hot springs of Pamukkale, seeing the Temple of Artemis in Ephesus, and uncovering the ancient myths of Troy.
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What is the policy for luggage porterage during the tour?
Luggage porterage assistance is provided at all hotels during the tour.
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Are there any optional tours available during the trip?
Yes, there are optional tours available, but they are not included in the tour package and may incur additional costs.
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What is not included in the tour package?
Items of a personal nature, tips, gratuities, visa fees (if applicable), optional tours, and items not mentioned as included are not part of the tour package.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
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If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.
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Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?
In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.
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Indus Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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