Amazing Turkey by Gulet Small Group
10 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul
Visiting: Istanbul, Gelibolu, Kuşadası, Ephesus, Fethiye, Gulet Group, Gulet Cruises in Turkey, Tersane, Cleopatra Beach Pier, boncuklu deli bayram, Marina Bay Göcek, Pamukkale, Cappadocia, İstanbul
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TA2SG
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
6 - 12
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
18-40 years
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Travelling with a group of no more than 12 people, our new Small Group trips provide you with more space for your comfort and pleasure. Explore the best of Turkey’s west coast, experience a 3 day Gulet cruise around the Mediterranean, and marvel at the beauties of Cappadocia on this 10-day tour. Set off on your tour by immersing yourself in the wonders of Istanbul, visit Troy and Pergamum, take a relaxing break on your gullet and bath in the healing waters of Pamukkale. After visiting the awe inspiring ancient city and ruins of Ephesus, enter the otherworldly Cappadocia.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ottoman Legacy – 5 Star
Meals Included: No Meals
At the terminal keep your eyes open for the Travel Talk sign, as we pick you up from the airport and take you to our Istanbul hotel. Gather round in the hotel lobby at 7:00pm as we meet both the other tour members and the guide. Listen up for a fast and informal meeting with the leader including registration and a short brief about the adventures ahead and some country info.
Included Activities
Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities
Group Dinner
Day 2 : Istanbul, Old City Tour,
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation: Hotel, Ottoman Legacy – 5 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we begin to experience the magnificence of Istanbul. We will stroll through the historical heart of the old city, making stops along the way to the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, majestic Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia. In the afternoon take an optional cruise down the Bosphorus river and see the epic skyline.
Included Activities
Sightseeing of Blue Mosque
Sightseeing of Hagia Sophia
Sightseeing of Topkapi Palace Museum
Optional Activities
Bosphorus Boat Cruise - EUR 10
Entrance Fees
Blue Mosque - Free
Hagia Sophia - Free
Topkapi Palace Museum 100 TL
Day 3 : Istanbul, Gallipoli
Location: Istanbul, Gelibolu
Accommodation: Hotel, Kolin - 5 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we depart for the shores of Gallipoli. A place of important significance for Aussies and Kiwis, we will visit the beach and cemeteries at ANZAC Cove, before paying our respects at memorial sites Chunuk Bair and Lone Pine.
Included Activities
Sightseeing of Anzac Cove
Sightseeing of Beach Cemetery
Sightseeing of Lone Pine
Sightseeing of Sightseeing of Chunuk Bair
Sightseeing of War Trenches
Day 4 : Gallipoli, Troy, Kusadasi
Location: Gelibolu, Kuşadası
Accommodation: Hotel, Marina - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
You may of heard of Troy from Greek mythology or maybe just watched the Brad Pitt movie, but now you will visit the ruins and archaeological site of the city of Troy, and of course the famous wooden horse. Spend the afternoon in the the seaside town of Kusadasi.
Included Activities
Sightseeing of Troy Ancient City
Entrance Fees
Troy Ancient City - 50 TL
Day 5 : Ephesus, Fethiye, Gulet, Yassı Islands
Location: Ephesus, Fethiye, Gulet Group
Accommodation: Turkish Traditional Gulet
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Our first stop today is the spectacular, well preserved ancient city of Ephesus. Ephesus was cited in the book of Revelations, and historians believe the Gospel of John was written here. Famed for the Temple of Artemis which was completed around 550 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In the afternoon we will depart for Fethiye where we will embark on our traditional Turkish gulet boat and sail to amazing Yassica Islands for a swim. We will have dinner and stay overnight on our boat.
Included Activities
Sightseeing of Ephesus Ancient City
Entrance Fees
Ephesus Ancient City - 100 TL
Day 6 : Gulet Cruise, Gocek Gulf, Tersane, Bedri Rahmi Bay, Sunken Bath/Cleopatra
Location: Gulet Cruises in Turkey, Tersane, Cleopatra Beach Pier
Accommodation: Turkish Traditional Gulet
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast at Yassi Islands we will cruise to Tersane for a swimming break and lunch. We will then sail to Bedri Rahmi Bay for another swimming stop. We’ll sail to yet another amazing spot at Sunken Bath area for dinner and place for our Gulet to spend a night. This place is also known as Cleopatra Bay or Sunken Bath Bay, due to the beautiful underwater ruins of an old bath.
Included Activities
Gulet Cruise on the Mediterranean
Bedri Rahmi Bay
Cleopatra/Sunken Bath
Day 7 : Gulet Cruise, Boncuklu Bay, Fethiye Marina
Location: Gulet Cruises in Turkey, boncuklu deli bayram, Marina Bay Göcek
Accommodation: Turkish Traditional Gulet
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Another day in paradise! After breakfast, we will anchor at Boncuklu Bay for our last swimming break and lunch. We will the make our way to Fethiye for you to explore its shops and buzzing atmosphere. After dinner back on the boat, get amongst Fethiye famous nightlife.
Included Activities
Gulet Cruise on the Mediterranean
Boncuklu Bay
Fethiye Marina
Day 8 : Fethiye Marina, Pamukkale
Location: Marina Bay Göcek, Pamukkale
Accommodation: Hotel, Hierapark - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
It's time to get your cameras out, because today is a photographers dream! Today we will visit Pamukkale, or ‘cotton castle’ in Turkish. Pamukkale is a natural site that contains hot springs and travertine, giving the appearance of terraces made by carbonate minerals left by the flowing water. Spend time bathing in its pools, or explore the natural and unusual landscape.
Included Activities
Sightseeing of Pamukkale White Terraces
Entrance Fees
Pamukkale White Terraces - 80 TL
Day 9 : Pamukkale, Cappodocia
Location: Pamukkale
Accommodation: Hotel, Avrasya - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we sit back and relax on the coach, as we head to Cappadocia. Watch the amazing Turkish scenery unfold before us and see small towns and villages as we pass on by. In the afternoon, we will visit Derinkuyu Underground City, a city complete with a church, wells, food stores, and even stables which is all located 60m under the ground. End the day with an optional traditional Hamman (Turkish bath).
Included Activities
Sightseeing of Derinkuyu Underground City
Sightseeing of Ihlara Valley
Optional Activities
Turkish Bath Experience - 130 TL
Entrance Fees
Derinkuyu Underground City - 50 TL
Day 10 : Cappadocia, Istanbul (By Flight)
Location: Cappadocia, İstanbul
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rise and shine, it will be an early start for our optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over the stunning landscapes and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. Or if preferred enjoy a leisurely start to the morning before we all fill up on breakfast. We will explore the UNESCO World Heritage listed Göreme, and tick off bucket list sights along the way including Göreme Musuem, Pigeon Valley, Uchisar and Cavusin. In the afternoon we will visit local handicraft manufacturers and learn about traditional art. In the evening we fly to Istanbul, your tour ends in Istanbul Airport at 9:30pm, please book your flights accordingly.
Included Activities
Goreme Open Air Museum Visit
Sightseeing of Cavusin
Sightseeing of Pigeon Valley
Sightseeing of Uchisar
Optional Activities
Hot Air Balooning - 195 EUR
Entrance Fees
Goreme Open Air Museum - 75 TL
What's Included
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Accommodation
5 and 4 star hotels | Gulet cruise from Fethiye in ensuite cabins.
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Airport Transfer
From Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen Airport (on day 1)
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Meals
9 breakfasts | 2 lunches | 7 dinners
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Transportation
Air-conditioned non-smoking coach or mini-bus |Gulet cruise from Fethiye in ensuite cabins. | Domestic flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul
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Flight
Domestic Flight between Cappadocia and Istanbul.
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Guide
Services of experienced guide licensed by the Ministry of Tourism
What's Not Included
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Any flights
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Travel insurance
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Meals not stated in the itinerary
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Items of a personal nature
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Tips & gestures
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Visa fees
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Entrance fees to the sights and museums
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Optional activities
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Other services not stated in the itinerary
Add Ons
Local Payment: £0
Check out our Q&As
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No passenger under the age of 18
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Over 20 years
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Free Date Changes
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 85% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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