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Private Aegean Delight Tour

Embark on an 8-day odyssey through Turkey, where ancient history meets breathtaking natural beauty. Begin in Istanbul, exploring iconic marvels like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Journey to the poignant Gallipoli Battlefields, then uncover the legends of Troy and the stunning views from Assos. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Ephesus, one of the ancient world’s wonders, before relaxing in Pamukkale’s ethereal white terraces. This adventure is a captivating blend of historical depth, cultural discovery, and scenic splendor, promising an unforgettable exploration of Turkey’s soul.

Tour Highlights

  • Ephesus – UNESCO Heritage site
  • Ephesus Archaeology Museum
  • Ephesus Experience Museum
  • Gallipoli – Battlefields Tour
  • Gallipoli – Johnson’s Jolly – original tunnels
  • Gallipoli – The Nek – original trenches
  • Istanbul – Hippodrome
  • Istanbul – St. Sophia Museum
  • Pamukkale – Calcium Travertines – UNESCO Heritage site
  • Troy – Ancient City and Museum – UNESCO Heritage site
  • Behramkale (Assos) Village
  • Gallipoli – ANZAC Cove
  • Gallipoli – Chunuk Bair – New Zealand Memorial
  • Gallipoli – Lone Pine – Australian Memorial
  • Istanbul – Blue Mosque
  • Istanbul – Old City – UNESCO Heritage site
  • Istanbul – Topkapi Palace (Hagia Irene and Harem)
  • Pamukkale – Hierapolis
  • Site of the Temple of Artemis
Price from

$13,375.00

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Tour Information

Inclusions:

  • Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour
  • Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
  • Domestic flight between Denizli and Istanbul and transfers
  • Tips except Driver and Guide
  • Entrance fees
  • 7 nights accommodation
  • 7 breakfasts, 4 dinners

Departures:

This tour is available on any day of the year

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to your hotel and the remainder of the day is yours, free to explore.

Day 2

After breakfast, you enjoy a fully guided tour of the only city to span two continents, visiting the Blue Mosque, St Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace (including Hagia Irene and the Harem) and the Hippodrome.
Cruise between two continents on the stretch of water that separates Europe from Asia in the afternoon with an optional ‘Half day Bosphorus cruise’.

Day 3

One of the most emotionally touching places in Turkey, today we visit the WW1 Battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston’s Jolly, original trenches and tunnels.

Day 4

2026 Itinerary: Depart from Çanakkale and head towards Troy, where we will explore the ancient city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the new, award-winning Troy Museum. We continue on to the old village of Behramkale, a picturesque settlement with stone houses and narrow streets that offer a glimpse into traditional Turkish village life. You will have time to explore the village, take in the beautiful scenery, and perhaps enjoy a cup of Turkish tea or coffee at a local café. From Behramkale, we head south to Kuşadası.

2027 and 2028 Itinerary: Depart from Çanakkale and head towards Troy, where we will explore the ancient city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the new, award-winning Troy Museum. We continue on to Bergama and visit the magnificent Acropolis of Pergamon. Its impressive temples and library made it one of the most important cultural and political centres of the ancient world. From Bergama, we head south to Kuşadası.

Day 5

Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before continuing to the former Greek village of Sirince, famous for its fruit wines. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and at the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value.

Day 6

This morning we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.

Day 7

Today you head back to Istanbul. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight and be back in Istanbul, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel in time for a bit of last minute shopping or exploring.

Day 8

After breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends and are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.