Istanbul, Ephesus & Troy with 5 Night All Inclusive Beach Extension
Istanbul, Ephesus & Troy with 5 Night All Inclusive Beach Extension
Istanbul, Ephesus & Troy with 5 Night All Inclusive Beach Extension
14 Days Starting in Istanbul, Turkey and ending in Izmir, Turkey
Visiting: Istanbul, Çanakkale, Troy, Pergamon, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Özdere
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Tour code:
99007
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Turkey with the "Istanbul, Ephesus & Troy with 5 Night All Inclusive Beach Extension" tour. Begin your adventure in the vibrant city of Istanbul, where you'll explore iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. Travel south to the poignant ANZAC Cove and delve into history at the ancient sites of Troy and Pergamon. Marvel at the ruins of Ephesus and enjoy an optional excursion to the stunning Pamukkale. Conclude your trip with a relaxing five-night stay at a luxurious four-star resort in Ozdere, where you can unwind on the beautiful Aegean coast. This fully escorted tour includes return flights, comfortable accommodations, and coach travel, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day One – Fly To Turkey
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fly to Istanbul, meet your tour manager and transfer to your hotel for a three-night stay. Depending on your time of arrival, acquaint yourself with your surroundings. Enjoy your first evening in an extraordinary city that bridges the divide between Europe and Asia, marked by the narrow strait of the Bosphorus, and that brims with reminders of its illustrious past.
Day Two – Included Tour Of Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Introducing the city that was once Byzantium, then Constantinople. Explore the sights of the historic Sultanhamet Peninsula. Your tour includes entry to the extraordinary Topkapi Palace with its priceless treasures. With its outer courtyard and gateways into its labyrinthine inner quarters, you’ll also visit the renowned Harem quarter. You’ll also take in the colourful Spice Bazaar, with its heaped displays of aromatic powders and trays of Turkish delight. This evening, there’s the chance to enjoy a traditional fish dinner.
Day Three – Included Tour Of Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Another unforgettable day sees you return to the historic peninsula to explore the contrasting wonders of the remarkable Blue Mosque, with its minarets and cobalt tiles, and the great Byzantine church of the HagiaSophia, once the world’s largest enclosed space. Your day will include a guided stroll through the ancient Roman Hippodrome and a visit to the world’s largest covered bazaar, the Grand Bazaar.
The rest of the afternoon is free. Why not take an optional cruise along the Bosphorus River? Later, make the most of your last evening in this fascinating, glorious city, perhaps dining al fresco.
Day Four – Travel To Canakkale
Location: Çanakkale
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Leaving Istanbul, this morning, you’ll travel by coach around the Sea of Marmara, then inland and south onto the stunningly beautiful, Gallipoli Peninsula. Here, in 1915, the Allied forces suffered catastrophic losses, including some 10,000 members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps – the famous ANZACs – at the hands of the defenders of the Ottoman Empire led by legendary Turkish leader and founder of modern Turkey, Atatürk.
The beauty of ANZAC Cove and its surroundings is a marked contrast to the sobering memorials and cemeteries. Later this afternoon, you’ll cross the narrow strait of the Dardanelles and head to sea-front Canakkale.
Day Five – Included Tour Of Troy
Location: Troy
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a day amid the wonders of classical Greece, as you explore the nearby ruins of Troy, guarded by a replica giant wooden horse recalling the tale of the first Trojan War. You’ll then continue to Pergamum and stop off at the ancient site of Asclepion on the way. This is one of the oldest and largest health centres in the world, which was built to honour the god of health and medicine Asklepios, after the death of the famous ancient Greek physician, Hippocrates.
Later in the day, you’ll arrive at your hotel in Bergama to relax and have dinner.
Day Six – Included Tour Of Pergamum And Travel To Kusadasi
Location: Pergamon
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, an included tour will cover the ruins of the Acropolis in Pergamon, which encompass temples, a two-storey library, and a spectacular, 10,000-seat theatre. After a fascinating day, you’ll arrive in Kusadasi mid-afternoon. You’ll then begin your stay with dinner on the shores of the Aegean Sea.
Day Seven – Optional Tour Of Pamukkale
Location: Pamukkale
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Spend today at leisure enjoying the many facilities of the resort, strolling along the harbour promenade, discovering the medieval Kale district or visiting tiny Pigeon Island. Alternatively, join our optional excursion to Pamukkale. Here white calcium deposits, some 100 metres high, shape a slow-moving, ever-changing cascade, with hundreds of terraces and pools filled by an ancient mineral-laden spring. Ruins of a once great city surround the thermal baths, including a Temple of Apollo and restored Roman theatre. En route to Pammukale, you’ll stop at the "red water" springs of Karahayit, famed for their curative powers. And afterwards, there’s a chance to enjoy the pleasures of a spa ande an included lunch on afternoon visit to the luxurious Pam Thermal Hotel, a five-star establishment that takes its 35°C waters from the spring below.
Day 8 : Days Eight – Included Tour Of Ephesus
Location: Ephesus
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Your final included excursion takes in ruined Ephesus, one of the most important Roman and Byzantine cities, and witness – in the 1st Century AD – to the preaching of Saint Paul. The ruins - which include churches, bath-houses, fountains and temples, gymnasia, the great Roman Amphitheatre, the facade of the fabled Library of Celsus and the colonnade of the Arcadian Way - serve to reflect this greatness in breath-taking fashion. Continue to the House of the Virgin Mary. You’ll return to Kusadasi this evening to enjoy a last dinner at the hotel.
Day Nine-13 – All-Inclusive Relaxation In Ozdere
Location: Özdere
Accommodation Name: resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a five-night stay at luxury five-star resort in Ozdere, as you really get to know this beautiful part of the world. Stroll along the seafront promenade. Visit the harbour, which is lined with some great fish restaurants, and explore a number of small, nearby historic sites. Alternatively, simply stretch out on the nearby beach, explore the local area and relax after your unforgettable tour of this colourful corner of the world.
Day 14 – Fly Back To The Uk
Accommodation Name: resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you’ll transfer to the airport to begin your journey home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
13 nights’ accommodation at hotels in Istanbul (3 nights - bed and breakfast), Canakkale (1 - half-board), Bergama (1- half-board), Kusadasi (3 - half-board) and Ozdere (5 - all-inclusive).
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Flights
Return flights from the UK to Istanbul (returning from Izmir via Istanbul).
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Transport
Coach travel and transfers throughout the tour.
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Tour Manager
Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager.
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Istanbul Tours
A full day and a half day tour in Istanbul.
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ANZAC Cove Visit
Visit poignant ANZAC cove.
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Historical Sites
Be amazed by the ruins of Ephesus, ancient Troy and Pergamon.
What's Not Included
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions such as the fish dinner and Pamukkale tour are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be arranged separately.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees for non-British citizens are not included.
Hotel transfer times
The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 45 minutes upon arrival, and one hour on the return.
Passports and visas
British CITIZENS travelling to Turkey for tourist or business purposes are able to travel without a visa for visits of up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
If you hold a different type of British nationality (eg BN(O), British Overseas Citizen, British Protected Person or British Subject), you will need to apply for a visa from the Turkish Consulate General before you travel.
Combining hotel transfers
We sometimes need to combine transfers to and from your hotel. We always try to keep any wait to a minimum, but you may be asked to wait at the airport for up to an hour, while other incoming flights arrive, before the transfer to your hotel. Similarly, we may need to transfer you back to the airport up to three hours before your flight home departs.
Special requirements
If you have notified us of any special requirements, please check that they have been noted and acknowledged. This is especially important with any dietary needs you may have.
Disabled access
The majority of our tours involve a certain amount of walking, including a short walk from the coach stop to the town, attraction or venue you're visiting. If you are bringing a wheelchair, please let us know at the time of booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Itinerary changes
Occasionally, for operational reasons, we may have to change the order of the excursions on your holiday. The final day-by-day itinerary will be confirmed on your Final Travel Documents, which you will receive approximately three weeks prior to your departure.
Foreign Office Travel Advice
Visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice to find out the latest Foreign And Commonwealth Office travel advice for your holiday destination, as well as information about passports and visas.
Flight details
The return flights are indirect. You will be required to change aircraft en-route, where there will be a short wait for your next flight. Your luggage will be thru-checked to your final destination.
Travelling to Europe after Brexit
New rules apply when travelling to European Union countries and Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. The following are useful guidelines which will help you prepare for your next adventure. Note that these new rules do NOT apply when travelling within the United Kingdom or to the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man or the Republic of Ireland. You do require government issued ID when travelling by air though.
Passport - British passport holders need to have at least six months validity left on their passport and it needs to be less than ten years old; passports which have a longer validity than ten years are not valid for travel once the tenth anniversary of issue has passed. These rules do not apply to travel to Ireland where you can continue to use your passport as long as it’s valid for the length of your stay.
Visa - If you’re a tourist, you do not need a visa for short trips to most EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. You’ll be able to stay for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period. Different rules will apply to Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and Romania; if you visit these countries, visits to other EU countries will not count towards the 90-day total. Travel to Ireland will not change and stays there will not count towards the 90-day total.
European Travel Information & Authorisation System (ETIAS) - Towards the end of 2022, it is likely that non EU citizens will be required to apply online for an authorisation to visit most European countries. The current details suggest there will be a charge of €7 per person and the authorisation will be valid for all trips made to the EU in a three year period from issue. We will advise you of confirmed details prior to your tour’s departure.
Border Control - At border control, you may need to show proof of your return journey - your travel documentation issued by us will be sufficient for this. You will also need to use separate lanes from EU, EEA and Swiss citizens if manual checks are required.
Healthcare Cover - You should always get appropriate travel insurance with healthcare cover before you go abroad which covers pre-existing conditions. You should understand the terms and conditions of your travel insurance and be happy with its cover for healthcare and travel disruption. Newmarket sell a comprehensive travel insurance policy. Ask our travel consultants for more information. You should also apply for a UK Global Heath Insurance Card (GHIC) which lets you get urgent state healthcare in Europe at a reduced cost or sometimes for free. Note GHIC is only valid in EU countries and not in Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
Mobile Roaming - Roaming charges have been re-introduced by some UK providers when visiting the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. Prior to travel, please do check with your phone operator for the most up to date information.
Travelling to Europe
Rules may have changed since you last travelled to European Union countries as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. The following are useful guidelines which will help you prepare for your next adventure. You do require government issued passport to travel.
Names - It is very important that all passenger names are exactly as per your passport although we do not require middle names.
Passport - Your passport must meet two requirements to travel to an EU country and to Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. It must be: Less than 10 years old on the day you return home (please check the "date of issue") and valid for at least 3 months after the day you return home (please check the "expiry date").
Visa - You do not need a visa for short trips to most EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. You’ll be able to stay for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period.
European Travel Information & Authorisation System (ETIAS) - Commencing in late 2023 or 2024, all citizens of the United Kingdom will require a ETIAS electronic form completed prior to their arrival into the EU and Schengen member countries. The cost for this travel authorisation will be €7.00 per person with exceptions for under 18’s and over 70’s. The latest information and further details can be found at www.etias.com.
Hotel transfer times
The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 45 minutes upon arrival, and one hour on the return.
Passports and visas
British CITIZENS travelling to Turkey for tourist or business purposes are able to travel without a visa for visits of up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
If you hold a different type of British nationality (eg BN(O), British Overseas Citizen, British Protected Person or British Subject), you will need to apply for a visa from the Turkish Consulate General before you travel.
Combining hotel transfers
We sometimes need to combine transfers to and from your hotel. We always try to keep any wait to a minimum, but you may be asked to wait at the airport for up to an hour, while other incoming flights arrive, before the transfer to your hotel. Similarly, we may need to transfer you back to the airport up to three hours before your flight home departs.
Special requirements
If you have notified us of any special requirements, please check that they have been noted and acknowledged. This is especially important with any dietary needs you may have.
Disabled access
The majority of our tours involve a certain amount of walking, including a short walk from the coach stop to the town, attraction or venue you're visiting. If you are bringing a wheelchair, please let us know at the time of booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Itinerary changes
Occasionally, for operational reasons, we may have to change the order of the excursions on your holiday. The final day-by-day itinerary will be confirmed on your Final Travel Documents, which you will receive approximately three weeks prior to your departure.
Foreign Office Travel Advice
Visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice to find out the latest Foreign And Commonwealth Office travel advice for your holiday destination, as well as information about passports and visas.
Flight details
The return flights are indirect. You will be required to change aircraft en-route, where there will be a short wait for your next flight. Your luggage will be thru-checked to your final destination.
Travelling to Europe after Brexit
New rules apply when travelling to European Union countries and Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. The following are useful guidelines which will help you prepare for your next adventure. Note that these new rules do NOT apply when travelling within the United Kingdom or to the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man or the Republic of Ireland. You do require government issued ID when travelling by air though.
Passport - British passport holders need to have at least six months validity left on their passport and it needs to be less than ten years old; passports which have a longer validity than ten years are not valid for travel once the tenth anniversary of issue has passed. These rules do not apply to travel to Ireland where you can continue to use your passport as long as it’s valid for the length of your stay.
Visa - If you’re a tourist, you do not need a visa for short trips to most EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. You’ll be able to stay for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period. Different rules will apply to Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and Romania; if you visit these countries, visits to other EU countries will not count towards the 90-day total. Travel to Ireland will not change and stays there will not count towards the 90-day total.
European Travel Information & Authorisation System (ETIAS) - Towards the end of 2022, it is likely that non EU citizens will be required to apply online for an authorisation to visit most European countries. The current details suggest there will be a charge of €7 per person and the authorisation will be valid for all trips made to the EU in a three year period from issue. We will advise you of confirmed details prior to your tour’s departure.
Border Control - At border control, you may need to show proof of your return journey - your travel documentation issued by us will be sufficient for this. You will also need to use separate lanes from EU, EEA and Swiss citizens if manual checks are required.
Healthcare Cover - You should always get appropriate travel insurance with healthcare cover before you go abroad which covers pre-existing conditions. You should understand the terms and conditions of your travel insurance and be happy with its cover for healthcare and travel disruption. Newmarket sell a comprehensive travel insurance policy. Ask our travel consultants for more information. You should also apply for a UK Global Heath Insurance Card (GHIC) which lets you get urgent state healthcare in Europe at a reduced cost or sometimes for free. Note GHIC is only valid in EU countries and not in Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
Mobile Roaming - Roaming charges have been re-introduced by some UK providers when visiting the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. Prior to travel, please do check with your phone operator for the most up to date information.
Travelling to Europe
Rules may have changed since you last travelled to European Union countries as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. The following are useful guidelines which will help you prepare for your next adventure. You do require government issued passport to travel.
Names - It is very important that all passenger names are exactly as per your passport although we do not require middle names.
Passport - Your passport must meet two requirements to travel to an EU country and to Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. It must be: Less than 10 years old on the day you return home (please check the "date of issue") and valid for at least 3 months after the day you return home (please check the "expiry date").
Visa - You do not need a visa for short trips to most EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. You’ll be able to stay for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period.
European Travel Information & Authorisation System (ETIAS) - Due to commence in 2025, all citizens of the United Kingdom will require a ETIAS electronic form completed prior to their arrival into the EU and Schengen member countries. The cost for this travel authorisation will be €7.00 per person with exceptions for under 18’s and over 70’s. The latest information and further details can be found at www.etias.com.
Mode of Transport
Travel conveniently with return flights from the UK to Istanbul, and a return from Izmir via Istanbul. Enjoy coach travel and transfers throughout the tour, ensuring a seamless journey between destinations.
Accommodation
Enjoy 13 nights of comfortable accommodation at various hotels, including a three-night stay in Istanbul with bed and breakfast, a night in Canakkale and Bergama with half-board, three nights in Kusadasi with half-board, and a luxurious five-night all-inclusive stay in Ozdere.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 13 nights of accommodation at various hotels: three nights in Istanbul on a bed and breakfast basis, one night in Canakkale and one night in Bergama on a half-board basis, three nights in Kusadasi on a half-board basis, and five nights in Ozdere on an all-inclusive basis.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional activities available. For example, on Day Three, you can take an optional cruise along the Bosphorus River. On Day Seven, there is an optional excursion to Pamukkale, which includes a visit to the 'red water' springs of Karahayit and an afternoon visit to the Pam Thermal Hotel.
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What historical sites will be visited during the tour?
The tour includes visits to several historical sites such as the Topkapi Palace and the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, the ruins of Troy, the Acropolis in Pergamon, and the ancient city of Ephesus.
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Is there a tour manager accompanying the group?
Yes, the tour is fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager who will accompany the group throughout the journey.
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What is the focus of the included tours in Istanbul?
The included tours in Istanbul focus on exploring the historic Sultanhamet Peninsula, including visits to the Topkapi Palace, the Harem quarter, the Spice Bazaar, the Blue Mosque, the Hagia Sophia, the Roman Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar.
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What can I expect during the stay in Ozdere?
During the five-night stay in Ozdere, you can enjoy the luxury of a five-star resort, stroll along the seafront promenade, visit the harbour with its fish restaurants, explore nearby historic sites, or relax on the beach.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1983
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Vaccination Requirements
Your health and safety are pivotal to our operations, and every customer travelling on a tour with us must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Fully vaccinated means that you have had the full course of an approved vaccine a minimum of 14 days prior to your holiday. We also recommend that you travel with proof that you’ve been fully vaccinated.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Our company’s mission is to enrich lives and improve wellbeing through travel. A big part of that is ‘Travel for Good’. Our ‘Travel for Good’ hub is our first step in a long journey to reduce carbon, offset anything we produce as a company and travel without harming the planet or the people of the destinations we go to.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Fitness to Travel
We strive to give all our customers full care and attention, but we do need to know at the time of booking if there are any special needs or requirements. It is particularly important that we are advised of any disabilities and also if you intend to bring any specialist equipment such as a wheelchair with you. Please make sure that you make us aware of any requirements.
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Your health and safety are pivotal to our operations, and every customer travelling on a tour with us must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Fully vaccinated means that you have had the full course of an approved vaccine a minimum of 14 days prior to your holiday. You can find the travel restrictions for different countries on www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice. We also recommend that you travel with proof that you’ve been fully vaccinated.
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