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Experience the rich culture, history, and breathtaking scenery that make Turkey truly unforgettable.
Day 1 - Izmir (D)
• Upon arrival, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel to join the group.
• Overnight in Izmir.
Day 2 - Thursday: Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary - Izmir (B, D)
• Optional full-day tour: Discover the spectacular ruins of Ephesus—marble streets, the Theater, Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, and more.
• Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, a place of pilgrimage for Christians and Muslims alike.
• Stop at a regional carpet center to observe traditional Turkish rug weaving.
• Dinner and overnight in Izmir.
Day 3 - Friday: Izmir - Pamukkale (B, D)
• Visit a leather fashion showroom, showcasing Turkish craftsmanship.
• Continue to Pamukkale, renowned for its white travertine terraces formed by thermal springs.
• Tour the ancient spa city of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4 - Saturday: Pamukkale - Fethiye (B; D)
• Morning drive to the coastal town of Fethiye.
• Take a walking tour featuring Telmessos Ancient Theatre and the bustling Fish Market.
• Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5 - Sunday: Fethiye (B)
• Free day to relax or join the optional boat cruise along the turquoise coast, with swim stops at secluded bays and islands.
Day 6 - Monday: Fethiye - Antalya (B, D)
• Scenic drive along the Mediterranean to Antalya, the jewel of the Turkish Riviera.
• Orientation walk through the charming Old Harbor and Kaleiçi district.
• Dinner at a local restaurant and overnight in Antalya.
Day 7 - Tuesday: Perge - Aspendos - Antalya (B)
• Optional excursion: Visit Perge, a well-preserved ancient city, and Aspendos, boasting one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the world.
• Free afternoon to explore Antalya or relax at your hotel.
• Overnight in Antalya.
Day 8 - Wednesday: Antalya – Cappadocia (B, D)
• Early departure to Cappadocia, with a stop en route at a 13th-century Seljuk caravanserai.
• Explore the underground city of Saratli, carved into soft volcanic rock.
• Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 9 - Thursday: Cappadocia (B, D)
• Optional early morning: Experience a Hot Air Balloon Ride at sunrise, offering panoramic views of fairy chimneys and lunar landscapes.
• Optional Half-day tour: Discover Goreme Open-Air Museum, Avanos (famous for pottery), Devrent (Imagination) Valley, and Red Valley.
• Participate in a hands-on pottery demonstration.
• Optional evening: Witness a Whirling Dervishes ceremony.
• Dinner at the hotel.
Day 10 - Friday: Cappadocia – Ankara (B)
• Depart for Ankara, the capital of Turkey, passing by the striking Salt Lake.
• Visit Anıtkabir, the Mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, founder of modern Turkey.
• Overnight stay in Ankara.
Day 11 - Saturday: Ankara - Istanbul (B, D)
• Return to Istanbul.
• Optional afternoon tour: Enjoy a Bosphorus cruise, passing Ottoman palaces and waterside mansions between Europe and Asia.
• Visit the Spice Market, ideal for picking up Turkish delights and souvenirs.
• Celebrate the end of your journey with a farewell dinner.
Day 12 - Sunday: Istanbul (B)
• Full-day guided tour of Istanbul’s iconic sites:
- Hagia Sophia: A masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, originally a 6th-century church, later a mosque, and now functioning as a mosque again.
- Hippodrome: Once the social and sporting center of Constantinople.
- Blue Mosque: Famous for its stunning blue Iznik tiles and grand architecture.
• Optional entrance ticket: Visit Topkapi Palace Museum, the opulent residence of Ottoman sultans (Harem section excluded).
• Optional: Traditional Turkish dinner with belly danc-
ing show.
Day 13 - Monday: Departure from Istanbul (B)
• After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your inter-
national departure.
Price Includes
- Deluxe or Superior First Class hotels.
- Meals are indicated on itineraries by (B) breakfast, (L) lunch, (D) dinner
- Licensed guides throughout Turkey
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Small group departure limited to 22 Travelers
- Luggage handling
- Local taxes and service charges
- Arrival/departure transfers: only on arrival and departure days (arrivals and departure from/to Istanbul Airport). Pre or post-stay transfers are not included
Price Excludes
- Personal expenses
- Customary tips
- Drinks
- Optional Trips
Included Highlights
- Hagia Sophia
- The Mausoleum of Ataturk in Ankara
Saratli, a hidden underground city
- Optional visit to the Open Air Museum of Goreme, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Hiking through the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia
- Pamukkale the Cotton Castle and Hiearpolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Optional visit to Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary
Early Bird Specials for 2026
Book and Pay in Full by Dec 31, 2025 get $200 reduction per person.
Dates and Rates
Departure dates | Price in DBL PP (US$) | PP in Triple Room (US$) | Single Room Suppl (US$) |
|---|---|---|---|
April 15, 29 | 3,345 | 3,220 | 1,295 |
May 13, 27 | 3,495 | 3,370 | 1,395 |
June 10, 24 | 3,495 | 3,370 | 1,395 |
Jul 22 | 3,345 | 3,220 | 1,445 |
Aug 19 | 3,345 | 3,220 | 1,445 |
Sep 9, 23, 30 | 3,495 | 3,370 | 1,445 |
Oct 7, 14, 21 | 3,495 | 3,370 | 1,445 |
Pre and Post Tour Accommodation Including Transfers: $240 Single, $280 Double, $360 Triple room rates per night include daily breakfast and local taxes.
Hotel List (2026)
City | Deluxe Hotels |
|---|---|
Cappadocia | Gamirasu Cave |
Antalya | Mercure Antalya Konyaaltı |
Fethiye | Alesta Yacht Hotel |
Pamukkale | Adempira Spa & Thermal Hotel |
Izmir | Kaya Thermal Hotels |
Canakkale | Double Tree Hilton |
Istanbul | Burdoch Autograph |