Anatolian Trilogy | with two flights
Start: Istanbul Finish: Istanbul
Duration: 9 Nights
Physical rating: Low
Special diets catered: Vegetarians
Tour Operator: Eskapas
Group size: 1 - 14
Age range: 6-80
Tour operated in: English
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Tour Overview
A perfect well balanced trip between Anatolian historical heritage and natural beauties. Our Anatolian Trilogy tour offers awe-inspiring ancient history, fairy-tale scenery, plentiful sunshine, and welcoming people. Starting in Istanbul, you’ll marvel at the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Grand Bazaar; Cappadocia’s “fairy-chimney” landscape; the ancient Greek sites of Ephesus and the azure waters of seaside Kusadasi, legendary Troy and Gallipoli. You’ll also experience legendary Turkish hospitality first-hand, from artisans to imams. If you’re looking for different travel delights — and a broader world perspective — you’ll find it here. Join us for the Best of Turkey Tour in 10 days with 2 domestic flights!
Highlights
Meals: 9 breakfasts - 5 lunches - 2 hotel dinners - 2 domestic flights
- Istanbul - Cappadocia - Kusadasi - Ephesus -Pergamon - Troy - Gallipoli
- City centered 4****/First class hotels
- Mini group
- Safety Covid precautions in all tours
- No Hidden fees
Itinerary
Day 1
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Istanbul Arrival
Location: İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: No Meals
Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to your hotel. Meals: N/A
Day 2
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Istanbul Classics
Location: İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, stroll through Sogukcesme Street with typical wooden house which are now landmark buildings of ottoman architecture. Arrive to Topkapi Palace, the largest and oldest of the remaining palaces where Ottoman Sultans used to live; admire the gardens, kitchens, the treasury section as well as terraces overlooking the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. Photo stop at the Fountain of Sultan Ahmet the 3rd and explore Saint Sophia, the masterpiece of Byzantine architecture dating back to the VIth century. After lunch, visit the Blue Mosque covered by more than 20.000 Iznik tiles and continue with the Roman Hippodrome where the char races used to take place. Discover the handcrafts of Anatolia and shop in the labyrinth tunnels of the Grand Bazaar. Overnight: Istanbul Meals: B,L
Day 3
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Istanbul Bosphorus and Golden Horne
Location: İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast and departure to explore the Spice Market to feel the exotism of the Orient. Enjoy a langourous boat trip along the European and Asian coasts of the Bosphorus. Freetime in Karaköy for a fish lunch experience under the Galata Bridge with stunning views over the silhouette of the Old City. In the afternoon transfer to airport and flight to Kayseri or Nevsehir. Continue to Cappadocia. Overnight and dinner at your hotel. Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: B,L, Dinner at hotel
Day 4
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Cappadocia Highlights
Location: Ürgüp
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the early morning, possibility to enjoy a hot air balloon flight to admire the breathtaking moonlike landscape of Cappadocia over the Fairy Chimneys, orchards and vineyards (optional - see our optional prices) Entire day to enjoy the natural beauty and the cultural depth of this unique region : explore the frescoed interiors of Goreme's cave churches, which date from the 8th century, take a walk in Avcilar, Pasabagi and the red valley of Dervent where you will admire the chimney like volcanic formations and a brief photo stop at Uchisar. Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: B,L, Dinner at hotel
Day 5
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Cappadocia
Location: Avanos
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit the isolated valley of Kizilçukur behind Urgup with its beautiful rock formation and some hidden rock-carved churches. Cavusin is one of the oldest settlements in the area offering a panoramic view over the village and visit the pigeon houses and rock formations. In the afternoon, discover one of the largest and deepest of the underground cities in Cappadocia. Overnight: Cappadocia Meals : B-L-D
Day 6
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Cappadocia / Izmir / Kusadasi
Location: Kuşadası
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer to airport for your onward flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, continue to Kusadasi and transfer to the Hotel Carina or Neopol or similar first class hotel. Free day to discover Kusadası’s beaches, marinas and night life Overnight: Kuşadası Meals: B
Day 7
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Kuşadası - Ephesus - Kuşadası
Location: Kuşadası
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast and Explore the Ephesus antique city by wandering along its 2,000 year old marble streets to such famous sites as the theatre and the Celsus Library. In the afternoon, visit the home of the Virgin Mary and a photo stop nearby the Temple of Artemis where only a column remains to indicate where one of the Seven Wonders of the World was. Meals: B - L
Day 8
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Kuşadası / Pergamon/ Canakkale
Location: Çanakkale
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast , departure ( between 09:30 am - 10:00 am, ) to Pergamon the city where parchment was invented and discover the Acropolis with hellenistic theater, Trajan Temple and remains of the library. Drive to Canakkale and overnight. Meals: B,L
Day 9
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Canakkale / Troy / Anzak Cove / Istanbul
Location: İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast
In the morning, depart for Troy and visit the Trojan Horse, Sacrificial Altars, 3700 years old city walls and houses, Senate Building, Odeon. Cross Dardanelles Strait by car ferry and continue to Gallipoli Peninsula. Visit Brighton Beach, Beach Cemetery, ANZAC Cove, Ariburnu Cemetery, ANZAC Commemorative Site, Respect to Mehmetcik Statue, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Johnston's Jolly, Turkish and Allied trenches and tunnels, 57. Regiment Turkish Memorial,The Nek,Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial, After lunch, drive to Istanbul. Transfer back to Istanbul at 17:30 and arrive at around 23:00. Drop-off to your hotel and overnight. Overnight : Istanbul Meals: B
Day 10
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Istanbul Departure
Location: İstanbul
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for your onward flight or an extention night in Istanbul.
What's Included
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Accommodation
9 nights accommodations - First Class hotels Istanbul Hotels: Lalahan, Yasmak Sultan, Yigitalp Hotel or similar 4**** Cappadocia Hotels: Ürgüp Dinler Hotel 4**** or similar Kusadasi Hotels: Carina, Neopol, Derici Hotel or similar4**** Çanakkale Hotels: Buyuk Truva, Artur, Derici or similar 4****
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Airport Transfers at Destination
All round trip Apt to Hotel and Hotel to apt transfers are included All transport and transfers per itinerary are included
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Domestic flights (upon specific flight request, supplement applies) •Istanbul / Kayseri (or Nevsehir) •Kayseri / Izmir All share transfer per itinerary and A/C transport during visits & excursion
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Other Included
Local Taxes An English speaking guide services during land visits is included. Your may have different guides each day according to their schedule and availability.
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Entrance Fees
All mentioned entrance fees are included
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Meals
9 breakfasts - 5 lunches - 2 hotel dinners
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tips for the guides are not included
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Drinks with Meals
Any kind of beverages are not included
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Country Entry Visas
Visa and passport expenses are not included
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Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance is not included
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International Travel
Before/After flights are not included
Your Peace of Mind Options
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Low Deposit
Eskapas requires a deposit of 99 EUR to secure a place on this tour, and the final balance is not due till 30 days before departure..
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Secure payments
All payments to TourHub are deposited into an externally regulated Trust account.
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