11 Day Istanbul Gallıpolı Troy Ephesus Pamukkale Cappadocıa by Bus

11-Day Best of Turkey Tour

Istanbul • Gallipoli • Troy • Ephesus • Pamukkale • Cappadocia

Tour Overview

Discover the highlights of Turkey on this perfectly balanced 11-day escorted tour, combining iconic history, ancient civilizations, natural wonders, and unique landscapes. From the imperial heritage of Istanbul and the heroic battlefields of Gallipoli, to the legendary ruins of Troy, the grandeur of Ephesus, the white terraces of Pamukkale, and the surreal fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, this journey offers an unforgettable cultural experience.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul

Arrival at Istanbul Airport. Meet and greet, followed by transfer to your hotel.
Free time at leisure.
Overnight: Istanbul

Day 2 – Byzantine & Ottoman Relics Tour

(Breakfast & Lunch Included)
08:30 pick-up from your hotel for a full-day guided tour of Istanbul’s historic treasures:

• Hagia Sophia – A masterpiece of Byzantine architecture

• Blue Mosque – Famous for its stunning blue Iznik tiles

• Roman Hippodrome – Center of ancient chariot races

• Topkapi Palace – Residence of Ottoman sultans for over 400 years

• Suleymaniye Mosque – One of Istanbul’s grandest imperial mosques

Tour ends around 17:00 with transfer back to the hotel.
Overnight: Istanbul

Day 3 – Morning Bosphorus Cruise

(Breakfast Included)
08:30 departure for a half-day tour:

• Spice Bazaar – Aromatic stalls of spices, teas, dried fruits, and local products

• Bosphorus Cruise – Sail between Europe and Asia while enjoying views of Ottoman palaces, wooden mansions, and modern waterfront homes

Tour ends around 13:30.
Overnight: Istanbul

Day 4 – Gallipoli Battlefields Tour

(Breakfast Included)
Early morning departure (06:30–07:00) for Gallipoli. Full-day guided tour including:

• Dardanelles Strait

• Kabatepe War Museum

• Brighton Beach

• ANZAC Cove

• Lone Pine Memorial

• Chunuk Bair

Cross the Dardanelles and transfer to hotel.
Overnight: Canakkale

Day 5 – Troy Tour & Transfer to Kusadasi

(Breakfast & Lunch Included)
08:30 departure to visit the legendary Ancient City of Troy, home of the Trojan Horse and the epic tales of Helen of Troy.
Afternoon bus transfer to Kusadasi (13:15).
Overnight: Kusadasi

Day 6 – Ephesus Tour

(Breakfast & Lunch Included)
09:00 departure to explore the spectacular ruins of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman cities in the world:

• Library of Celsus

• Great Theatre

• Agora, Odeon & Roman Baths

• Temple of Artemis (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World)

Continue to the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be her final residence.
Overnight: Kusadasi

Day 7 – Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour

(Breakfast & Lunch Included)
08:15 departure to Pamukkale. Visit:

• Hierapolis Ancient City

• Temple of Apollo

• Ancient Theatre

• Necropolis

• Pamukkale Travertine Terraces (Cotton Castle)

Evening overnight bus to Cappadocia (21:00–22:00, approx. 10 hours).
Overnight: Overnight bus

Day 8 – Cappadocia Fairy Chimneys Tour

Morning arrival in Nevsehir. Transfer to your hotel in Urgup.
09:30 departure for a full-day Cappadocia tour:

• Devrent Valley – Unique animal-shaped fairy chimneys

• Love Valley – Iconic three-headed rock formations

• Avanos – Traditional pottery workshop using Red River clay

• Uchisar Castle – Panoramic views of Cappadocia and Mount Erciyes

Return to hotel.
Overnight: Cappadocia

Day 9 – Rose Valley & Mazıkoy Underground City

09:30 departure for South Cappadocia tour:

• Kizilcukur (Rose) Valley – Rock-cut churches and scenic trails

• Cavusin Village – One of the oldest settlements in Cappadocia

• Mazıkoy Underground City – Multi-level ancient refuge city

• Pigeon Houses – Iconic Cappadocian rock formations

Evening overnight bus to Istanbul (21:00, approx. 11 hours).

Day 10 – Arrival in Istanbul / Free Day

Morning arrival in Istanbul. Transfer to Sultanahmet by your own arrangement.
Free day to explore Istanbul, shop in the Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar, or enjoy cafes and nightlife.
Overnight: Istanbul

Day 11 – Departure from Istanbul

(Breakfast Included)
After breakfast, check-out before 12:00 and transfer to Istanbul Airport according to flight details.
End of tour services.

What’s Included

• Airport transfers as mentioned

• Hotel accommodation with meals specified

• Professional English-speaking guides

• All entrance fees mentioned

• Transportation by A/C, non-smoking coaches

• Local taxes and service charges

Not Included

• Dinners

• Drinks

• Tips for guide and driver

• Personal expenses

• Optional tours and activities