Turkish Escape

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Turkey is a unique country with a unique identity straddling both Europe and Asia. Your 8-day Turkish Escape starts in Istanbul, a city of great diversity and a combination of tree-lined boulevards, cafés and cosmopolitan restaurants set against a backdrop where little has changed for centuries. During its 3,000 years of turbulent history, it has been home to...
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Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

What's this trip about?

    Turkey is a unique country with a unique identity straddling both Europe and Asia. Your 8-day Turkish Escape starts in Istanbul, a city of great diversity and a combination of tree-lined boulevards, cafés and cosmopolitan restaurants set against a backdrop where little has changed for centuries. During its 3,000 years of turbulent history, it has been home to the Greeks, Romans, Crusaders, Ottomans and the Turks themselves- all leaving their marks. Highlights of your sightseeing are inside visits to the 6th century Hagia Sophia, the largest ever church and for over a thousand years the largest covered space on earth and to the amazing Topkapi Palace which was the seat of the government of one of the greatest Empire of the Medieval age. Pay tribute to the fallen war heroes at the Anzac cemetery and visit 3 of the most famous ancient sites in the country: Troy, Pergamon and Ephesus. Each very different and distinctive. Troy, the oldest, dating from 3,000BC and made up to 9 separate cities all built over each other; Pergamon an impregnable defensive site with amazing views in all directions which flourished as one of the ancient world’s greatest centers of healing; and Ephesus, the greatest city in the Eastern Mediterranean during Roman times which boasts an extraordinary number of superbly preserved monuments. Cross from Europe to Asia on board a scenic ferry journey across the Dardanelles Strait and get ready to taste the superb Turkish cuisine, an interesting blend of Mediterranean specialties and flavors. This is the perfect vacation if you are looking for a genuine and unique blend of diverse cultures, centuries of history and atmosphere, the mysterious East with the familiar West.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transport
Start City ISTANBUL,TURKEY
End CityISTANBUL

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus

Destinations

Attractions

  • Ephesus
  • Istanbul
  • Kusadasi
  • Pamukkale
  • Pergamum
  • Troy

Activities

  • Culture

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: ARRIVE IN ISTANBUL,TURKEY

Welcome to Istanbul! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at the hotel. (Dinner)

Day 2: ISTANBUL

A Gateway between Orient and Occident ISTANBUL Guided sightseeing includes the Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, the Roman Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, and Grand Bazaar. [LF] Enjoy a traditional Turkish coffee experience at an historical coffee roaster. (Breakfast)

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Day 3: ISTANBUL–GALLIPOLI–TROY AREA

Bravery on the Beach GALLIPOLI Visit the WWI battlefields on the Gallipoli peninsula, the Anzac Cemetery, the Lone Pine Memorial and Chunuk Bair Memorial sites before crossing the Dardanelles by ferry. TROY Enjoy a guided visit of the ancient city. (Breakfast,Dinner)...

Day 4: TROY AREA–PERGAMUM–KUSADASI

The Sacred Way PERGAMUM Guided visit of the Asklepion, a shrine to the Greek God of medicine. EPHESUS Visit the archaeological museum. (Breakfast,Dinner) 267 mi / 430 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT HEALING THE BODY &THE SOUL Nestled between hills, the Asklepion retains ...

Day 5: KUSADASI–EPHESUS–PAMUKKALE

Ancient Civilization Preserved EPHESUS Follow your Guide for a walk through the ancient ruins. HIERAPOLIS Visit the Greco-Roman thermal resort dating back to 190 BC, and see the “cotton castles” of Pamukkale, the stunning natural wonder comprised of brilliant white te...

Day 6: PAMUKKALE–BURSA

In the Shadow of Mount Olympus BURSA Visit the Great Mosque, the historical covered bazaar, and the silk market followed by a Kestane Sekeri tasting. (Breakfast) 280mi / 450 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT ANCIENT TASTES ON THE SILK ROAD Wander through the long winding bazaa...

Day 7: BURSA–IZNIK–ISTANBUL

Ancient Walls & Ecumenical Council IZNIK Guided visit includes the Great Mosque (St. Sophia’s Church) and the Archaeological museum. ISTANBUL Farewell dinner at a local restaurant (Breakfast,Dinner) 137 mi / 220 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT CERAMIC BEYOND TIMES Iznik ...

Day 8: ISTANBUL

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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Accommodation

Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus

The Renaissance Istanbul Polat Bosphorus Hotel offers 213 luxurious air-conditioned rooms, all fully furnished with a flat-screen TV, mini-bar, complimentary toiletries, an electric kettle and a coffee maker. The on-site Bar and Restaurant offer breakfast and an à la carte menu of Mediterranean food and Turkish specialties to combine with drinks and cocktails. The hotel also provides a beautiful Spa & wellness center with fitness area, an indoor pool and Jacuzzi.

Istanbul

Turkey

Barbaros Blv.145

Doubletree By Hilton Canakkale

The centrally located DoubleTree by Hilton provides 155 air-conditioned rooms with kettle/Coffeemaker, minibar, Free toiletries, TV and Wi-Fi. The hotel offers 2 pools, a Spa & Wellness center, and a Fitness center to relaxation. Delicious meals can be savored at the on-site Restaurant. Mega Beach is 2 km away and the Archaeological Museum and Archaeology Museum are both just a short walk away.

Canakkale

Turkey

Barbaros Mahallesi, Ataturk 306

Charisma De Luxe Hotel Kusadasi

Located close to Kusadasi Marina and Kusadasi Castle, this 218-room seafront hotel features a 60m private beach, a seasonal infinity pool with sweeping views of the Aegean Sea and is only a short walk away from Kusadasi's shopping and entertainment area. Relaxation options include a heated indoor pool, Turkish Hammam, Spa treartments and fitness center. The hotel's main restaurant serves a mix of international and Turkish cuisine and there is also an a-la carte seafood restaurant and lobby bar. All rooms have a partial sea-view and balcony, LCD TV with satellite channels, a minibar, bathrobes and slippers and Free Wi-Fi internet access.

Kusadasi

Turkey

Turkmen, Gazi Beendi sk No:7

Adempira Termal & Spa

The Adempira Termal&Spa Hotel has 310 modern air-conditioned rooms, fully furnished with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an electric tea pot, a minibar, desk and an equipped bathroom with shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. A buffet breakfast is avaiable each morning at the homestay and the Sultan sofrasi restaurant offers delicious dishes. The Hotel provide a Fitness center, Spa & Wellness center furnished with Jacuzzi, Turkish bath, Sauna and Spa services.

Pamukkale

Turkey

113 Mustafa Sezer Sokak No:5/1

Moevenpick Bursa Hotel and Thermal Spa

Located in the city centre of Bursa, close to the greenery of Bursa Kültür Park this upscale property blends city life with nature. The 136-room hotel boasts an Italian Restaurant, an international restaurant combining Turkish cuisine, a lobby bar with a classical warm atmosphere and a trendy rooftop restaurant bar. The hotel also features a thermal swimming pool and Spa area with thermal Turkish bath and a wellness center. The spacious guestrooms are contemporarily decorated and come with a flat screen TV with satellite channels, minibar and electric kettle and have Free Wi-Fi internet access.

Bursa

Turkey

Cekirge Cad. No:81, Osmangazi

The Artisan Istanbul Mgallery

Located in the heart of Istanbul's commercial city center, this contemporary 136 room property offers artisanal local culinary delights at the rooftop restaurant which features sweeping views of the city and the Bosphorous strait. All air-conditioned guest rooms are decorated in a modern style and are fitted with flat-screen TV's, a telephone, an electric kettle, a safety deposit box and a minibar. Other amenities include a 24-hour fitness room, a spa and Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout.

Istanbul

Turkey

Omer Avni Mah Inonu Caddesi 42

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