Istanbul to the Med - 7 days
Istanbul to the Med - 7 days
7 Days Starting in Istanbul and ending in Marmaris
Visiting: İstanbul, Çanakkale, Kuşadası, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Marmaris
Tour operator:
Tour code:
920/ITM
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 24
Age range:
16 years with an accompanying adult
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
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$1173 (USD)
Operator discount: -$649
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$33
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Tour Overview
Following the famed Aegean coastline, we discover Ottoman Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, ancient Ephesus and Pamukkale, finishing in coastal Marmaris - gateway to the Greek Islands. This 7 day holiday from Istanbul to the Mediterranean sea will give you an insight into the fascinating history, culture and landscapes of western Turkey.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Istanbul
Location: İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Point Hotel Taksim
Meals Included: No Meals
Saturday. Arrive Istanbul and transfer to our hotel. Istanbul is easy to get around on foot and there are plenty of restaurants and cafes dotted about the city. Afternoon and evening at leisure.
Day 2 : Istanbul
Location: İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Point Hotel Taksim
Meals Included: Breakfast
Istanbul. This morning we'll head to explore the incredible Old City of Istanbul, from where the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires were ruled. We’ll visit the stunning Blue Mosque famed for it’s blue Iznik tiles, Hippodrome, Hagia Sofia - constructed as a Basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian and Topkapi Palace.
Day 3 : Canakkale
Location: Çanakkale
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Kolin Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Istanbul – Gallipoli. Today we explore ANZAC Cove and the many memorials dotted across the WW1 battlefields. Our guided tour takes in sights such as ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Memorial and cemetery, Chunuk Bair Memorial and cemetery, the Nek, Johnston’s Jolly and the many fortified trenches still clearly visible amongst the scrub after all these years.
Day 4 : Kusadasi
Location: Kuşadası
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Charisma Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Gallipoli - Kusadasi. Step back in time as we visit the legendary Roman ruins of Troy and Pergamum. We enjoy a guided tour of the ancient city of Troy dating back to 3000BC! En route to Kusadasi, we explore the ruins of Pergamum with it’s impressive temples,library and medical facilities, before visiting a local carpet emporium - Turkey produces some of the finest carpets in the world!
Day 5 : Ephesus
Location: Ephesus
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Charisma Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we explore ancient Ephesus. Exemplifying the finesse of Roman urban life, Ephesus boasts incredible excavated ruins including a Great Theatre, Curetes Way, the Temple of Serapis and the Library of Celsus. Stop by the ancient public toilets and public brothel!
Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and afterward we stop to watch a demonstration of how they are made before visiting the quaint Greek village of Sirince peached mountainside within a valley of vineyards and orchards.
Day 6 : Pamukkale
Location: Pamukkale
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Orsmaris Boutique Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Kusadasi – Pammukale - Marmaris. Meandering through the sweeping plains and cotton farms we arrive at the ruins of Roman Hieropolis and the hot springs of Pamakkule. Admire this surreal landscape created by frequent earthquakes. Marvel at the crystalline marble, quartzites and stalagtites, which shimmer in the sunlight. There will be time to paddle our feet as we walk the terraces or opt for a dip in the Thermal Bath House before visiting a leather fashion house.
Day 7 : Marmaris
Location: Marmaris
Meals Included: Breakfast
Friday. Marmaris. Our tour concludes after breakfast. Extend your holiday with our 3 night beach stay. Relax by the pool or beach or opt for a day trip to the Greek Island of Rhodes - only an hour catamaran ride away!
What's Included
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Accommodation
4 - 5 star
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Breakfast daily and 4 hotel dinners
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6 nights 4-5 star hotels
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Guided sightseeing - Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Ruins of Ephesus, Pergamum, Pamukkale and Roman Hierapolis
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Escorted by an English speaking, degree qualified Turkish tour guide
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Airport arrival transfer on day 1 from Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport
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All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles
What's Not Included
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International flights and visa
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Tip for your tour guide and driver. We recommend you allow USD$5 - 7 per day, per traveller as a tip for your guide and USD$2 per day for your driver. Tipping your guide and driver is an entirely personal gesture
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Entrance Fees: USD$75-85pp, paid in local currency
Age Policy
16 years with an accompanying adult
Check out our Q&As
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What is the maximum group size?
24
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4 - 5 star
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Airport arrival transfer on day 1 from Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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