Begin in Istanbul, where you will wander the historic heart of the city, admiring Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque with its dazzling Iznik tiles. The ancient Hippodrome, with its Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column and Column of Constantine, leads you to the bustling Grand Spice Bazaar for a sensory feast of spices, sweets and handcrafted souvenirs.
The adventure continues with a scenic Bosphorus cruise that glides between Europe and Asia, passing Dolmabahçe Palace, the imperial gardens of Yıldız and Çırağan, the historic Rumeli Fortress and the iconic Bosphorus Bridge. Later, a visit to Miniaturk showcases 105 miniature models of Turkey’s most famous monuments, while a stop at Pierre Loti Café offers panoramic views over the Golden Horn.
Beyond Istanbul, the itinerary takes you to the solemn Gallipoli Peninsula, where Anzac Cove, Arıburnu Cemetery and Shrapnel Valley echo the memories of World War I. The legendary city of Troy reveals the famous Trojan Horse, and the lofty Acropolis of Pergamon crowns the ancient landscape. In the Aegean, Ephesus unfolds with Curetes Street, the marble Celsus Library and the grand Roman theatre. Then a full week at an all-inclusive hotel in Kuşadası mixes free beach days with a picnic boat cruise, a day trip to the white terraces of Pamukkale and Hierapolis, and the Adaland aqua park.
With five-star hotels in Istanbul and Kuşadası, guided touring in the first week and plenty of beach time in the second, it is a well-balanced holiday for first-time visitors to Turkey.
| Tour type | Private · multi-day tour |
|---|---|
| Duration | 14 Days 13 Nights |
| Price | From €3,672 per person |
| Departures | Every day |
| Guide | Licensed guide in your language |
| Stops | 10 |
| Entrance fees | Included |
| Booking | Instant request online, confirmation within 24 hours · TÜRSAB-licensed operator (A-5751) |
Your full program, day by day — click a day to see every stop.
Meet your guide at Istanbul airport and transfer to your hotel. After checking in, the rest of the day is free to explore the city at your own pace.
After breakfast, a guided walk takes you to the exterior of Hagia Sophia, the majestic Blue Mosque, the historic Hippodrome and the lavish Topkapi Palace. A lunch break is followed by a visit to the Grand Spice Bazaar, where you can sample Turkish delights, spices and local crafts before returning to the hotel.
Depart after breakfast for a traditional Bosphorus boat cruise. You will glide past Dolmabahçe Palace, Yıldız Palace, Çırağan Palace, Rumeli Fortress and the Bosphorus Bridge, with a stop at Ortaköy to admire its eclectic mix of church, mosque and synagogue. The day ends with free time for shopping at the Grand Covered Bazaar.
Morning visit to Miniaturk, the world’s largest miniature park, showcasing scaled models of Istanbul, Anatolia and Ottoman sites. After lunch, the tour continues to Pierre Loti Café on the hill of Eyüp, offering sweeping views of the Golden Horn before returning to the hotel.
A day at your leisure in Istanbul. Explore the city and its markets on your own, or choose an optional excursion such as the Princes’ Islands, a Turkish bath, Dolmabahce Palace, Bursa or an evening Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish music. Overnight in Istanbul.
An early pick-up between 06:00 and 06:30, with a packed breakfast, starts the drive to the Gallipoli peninsula, arriving around midday for lunch. The guided tour begins where the landings took place, at Ariburnu Cemetery and Anzac Cove, and continues to Beach Cemetery, Shrapnel Valley and Plugge’s Plateau. Dinner and overnight in Canakkale.
After breakfast you visit Troy, the legendary city of Helen and the wooden horse, then drive about three hours to Pergamon for lunch and a tour of its hilltop acropolis, famed in antiquity for its temples and library. After a short stop at a jewellery centre you arrive in Kusadasi around 18:00. Dinner and overnight at your all-inclusive hotel.
A fully guided tour of Ephesus starts at 09:00. Once a great commercial centre dedicated to the goddess Artemis, the city preserves its theatre, gymnasium, agora, baths and the Library of Celsus. The afternoon is free at the all-inclusive hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.
A relaxed day for the beach and the clear Aegean sea, the town and its markets, or optional activities such as horse riding, rafting, diving or a fishing trip. Overnight in Kusadasi.
After breakfast you are collected for a full-day boat trip to the beaches around Kusadasi, with swimming stops and a cooked picnic lunch on board. You are back at the hotel around 17:00, with dinner served in the evening. Overnight in Kusadasi.
After breakfast you set off for Pamukkale, stopping at a leather production centre on the way, and arrive in time for lunch. In the afternoon you walk across the white calcium terraces, where you can paddle in the warm springs, and explore the ruins of Hierapolis. Dinner and overnight in Pamukkale.
A full day at Adaland, one of the largest water parks in the region, with more than 20 slides and attractions, a wave pool and a lazy river spread over landscaped grounds. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.
A final free day to enjoy the beach, the hotel facilities or an optional excursion. Overnight in Kusadasi.
After breakfast you are transferred for your journey home, and the tour ends in Kusadasi.
Handpicked 3-, 4- and 5-star hotels along your route. Choose your category — the price adapts.
Exact hotels are confirmed on booking based on availability and your chosen category; equivalent alternatives may be offered.
Istanbul Arrival → Istanbul City Tour → Bosphorus Cruise → Miniaturk & Pierre Loti → Istanbul → Gallipoli – Canakkale → Troy – Pergamon – Kusadasi → Kusadasi → Pamukkale → Kusadasi
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