G-Adventures The Best of Turkey

Begin the journey at the WWI battlefield of Gallipoli, then leap into Greek myths and explore the remains of the legendary city of Troy before strolling along the streets of Ephesus and visit the remarkable white cliff pools of Pamukkale.

Travel Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Trip Type: Small Group

What's Included

Gallipoli battlefields entrance and guided visit
Troy entrance and guided visit
Ayvalik boat trip (half-day)
Ottoman mansion stay
Ephesus entrance and visit
Ancient Hierapolis and Pamukkale entrance and guided walk
Istanbul city walking tour
Internal flight
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (7 nights).
7 breakfasts
Private air-con van, plane, walking.
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.

Itinerary

Day 1
Istanbul
Arrive at any time.

Day 2
Istanbul/Çanakkale
Guided tour of Gallipoli, including ANZAC Cove, the war cemeteries, and Lone Pine. Continue on to the harbour town of Çanakkale.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 3
Çanakkale/Ayvalık
Enjoy a guided visit of Troy before arriving at Ayvalik. Visit a women's handicraft shop, a G Adventures supported the project. Enjoy a half-day boat trip and spend the night in a converted Ottoman mansion.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 4
Ayvalık/Selçuk
Visit ancient Ephesus before continuing on to Selçuk.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 5
Selçuk
Opt to visit St John's Basilica and the Mosque of Isa Bey or the nearby picturesque village of Şirince.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 6
Selçuk/Pamukkale
Guided walk of Pamukkale and the ancient city of Hierapolis en route to Selçuk.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 7
Pamukkale/Istanbul
Hop on a morning flight to İstanbul. Take a guided orientation walk before free time to explore some highlights, including the Grand Bazaar, Topkapi Palace or Aya Sofya.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 8
Istanbul
Depart at any time.

Meals included: Breakfast

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