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8-Day Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale & Cappadocia Tour with Flights

8 days

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Eight days through Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Pamukkale, Ephesus and Cappadocia, with seven hotel nights, two domestic flights and English or Spanish guiding.

ENGLISH — EIGHT DAYS FROM GALLIPOLI TO CAPPADOCIA


Discover Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Pamukkale, Ephesus and Cappadocia on a varied journey through historic battlefields, ancient cities and extraordinary landscapes. Includes seven hotel nights, the Dardanelles ferry, two domestic flights and English or Spanish guiding.


Day 1 — Gallipoli’s Memorials & Ferry to Çanakkale


Leave Istanbul with pickup around 06:30–07:00 for an approximately five-hour journey to the Gallipoli Peninsula. Explore Brighton Beach, ANZAC Cove and the Dardanelles memorials; visit Beach and Arıburnu cemeteries, the Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery, and the Australian and New Zealand memorials at Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair. After the lunch break, cross the Dardanelles by the included ferry to Çanakkale. Breakfast included. Overnight in Çanakkale.


Day 2 — Legendary Troy & Ancient Pergamon


After breakfast, meet your guide around 08:30–08:45 and explore Troy’s remarkable layers of history. See the Trojan Horse representation and the archaeological remains of temples, the Roman theatre and senate buildings. Continue to Pergamon to discover its ancient library and the remains associated with the Altar of Zeus. Enjoy the included lunch, then travel to your hotel in Kuşadası. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Kuşadası.


Day 3 — Pamukkale & Hierapolis, Return to Kuşadası


After breakfast, pickup around 07:30–08:00 takes you toward Pamukkale. Discover its gleaming white travertine terraces and explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, a UNESCO-listed landscape of history and thermal springs. Swimming in Cleopatra’s Pool is optional and carries an additional fee. Enjoy the included lunch, then return to your Kuşadası hotel. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Kuşadası.


Day 4 — Ephesus & the House of the Virgin Mary


Meet your guide around 08:45–09:00 for a journey into ancient Ephesus. Discover the remains of the Temple of Artemis, then walk through the archaeological city to admire the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian and Great Theatre, along with its other historic remains. Continue to the House of the Virgin Mary, a revered pilgrimage site. Lunch is included during the day before returning to your hotel. Overnight in Kuşadası.


Day 5 — Aegean Free Time & Flight to Cappadocia


After breakfast, enjoy free time in the Ephesus–Kuşadası area before your scheduled flight. Later, transfer to the airport for the included domestic flight to Cappadocia. Meet your driver on arrival and continue to your hotel. Breakfast included. Overnight in Cappadocia.


Day 6 — Northern Cappadocia’s Valleys & Rock-Cut Heritage


You may add an optional sunrise balloon flight at extra cost, subject to weather and operating approval. After breakfast, pickup between 09:30 and 10:00 begins the North Cappadocia tour. Take in Göreme Panorama and visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum, then explore Paşabağ and Devrent Valleys. Walk beside the Red River and discover the pottery traditions of Avanos; hands-on workshops are optional. Enjoy the included lunch and return through Love Valley. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Cappadocia.


Day 7 — Southern Cappadocia & Final Evening at Leisure


After breakfast, pickup between 09:30 and 10:00 begins your final sightseeing day. Discover Uçhisar Castle and walk approximately four kilometres through the Red and Rose Valleys, among remarkable formations and rock-cut churches. Explore Kaymaklı Underground City and continue to Pigeon Valley and the Three Beauties viewpoint. Lunch is included. After sightseeing, return to your hotel for a final evening in Cappadocia. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Cappadocia.


Day 8 — Flight to Istanbul & Final Hotel Transfer


Transfer from your Cappadocia hotel to the airport for your included domestic flight to Istanbul. Your driver meets you on arrival for the transfer to your Istanbul hotel. Services end with this transfer; an Istanbul hotel night and international flights are not included.


HOTELS & PRICES


Economical Hotel Package: Çanakkale — Anzac Hotel / Grand Anzac Hotel; Kuşadası — Istankoy Hotel / Sözer Hotel; Cappadocia — Aura Cave Hotel / Holiday Cave Hotel / Garden Inn Cappadocia, or similar. Base EUR 1820.5 per adult; high season EUR 2002.55.


Comfort Hotel Package: Çanakkale — Akol Hotel; Kuşadası — Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel / Carina Hotel / Efe Boutique Hotel; Cappadocia — Avilla Cave / Design Cave / Doors of Cappadocia, or similar. Base EUR 1991 per adult; high season EUR 2190.1.


High-Class Hotel Package: Çanakkale — Kolin Hotel; Kuşadası — DoubleTree by Hilton / Charisma Deluxe Hotel / La Vista Boutique Hotel; Cappadocia — Kayakapi Premium Caves / Yunak Evleri Cave Hotel, or similar. Base EUR 3008.5 per adult; high season EUR 3309.35.


Seven hotel nights: one Çanakkale, three Kuşadası and three Cappadocia. No Istanbul hotel night included.


BOOKING INFORMATION


Prices are per person with two adults sharing a twin or queen room. Minimum two adults aged 12+ per reservation. Infants under two travel free without a separate flight seat or extra bed; ages 2–5 receive 50% discount and ages 6–11 receive 25% discount. Ages 12+ pay the adult rate. Book at least two days before departure. Automatic confirmation and full payment in one transaction. English or Spanish guiding is available; indicate your preference when booking. Maximum sightseeing group size: 15 guests. From 1 March through 31 October every year, prices increase by 10%. Hotels listed may be replaced by hotels of similar quality.


CANCELLATION


Cancellation must be requested in writing by email. More than 7 days before departure: full refund (no cancellation fee). 7 days or less, but more than 2 days before departure: 30% cancellation fee and 70% refund. 2 days or less before departure, or no-show: 100% cancellation fee and no refund.

What's included?

    ENGLISH

    • Seven hotel nights with breakfast in the selected category or similar: one Çanakkale, three Kuşadası and three Cappadocia.

    • Listed sightseeing and entrance fees for Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Pamukkale–Hierapolis, Ephesus and Cappadocia.

    • Professional English- or Spanish-speaking guide for the included visits.

    • Lunch during included sightseeing tours, with vegetarian, vegan and halal options.

    • Dardanelles ferry crossing on Day 1 and the road transfers stated in the itinerary.

    • Two domestic flights: Aegean region to Cappadocia and Cappadocia to Istanbul, with 15 kg baggage allowance; listed airport transfers and final transfer to your Istanbul hotel.


    ESPAÑOL

    • Siete noches de hotel con desayuno en la categoría elegida o similar: una en Çanakkale, tres en Kuşadası y tres en Capadocia.

    • Visitas y entradas indicadas de Galípoli, Troya, Pérgamo, Pamukkale–Hierápolis, Éfeso y Capadocia.

    • Guía profesional en inglés o español para las visitas incluidas.

    • Almuerzo durante las visitas incluidas, con opciones vegetarianas, veganas y halal.

    • Ferry por los Dardanelos el día 1 y traslados por carretera indicados.

    • Dos vuelos internos: región del Egeo a Capadocia y Capadocia a Estambul, con 15 kg de equipaje; traslados aeroportuarios indicados y traslado final a su hotel de Estambul.

    Exclusions

      ENGLISH

      • Optional hot-air balloon flight, hands-on pottery activities and swimming admission to Cleopatra’s Pool.

      • Drinks, dinners, tips and personal expenses.

      • Medical and travel insurance.

      • International flights and hotel nights in Istanbul before or after the package.


      ESPAÑOL

      • Vuelo en globo, cerámica práctica y entrada para bañarse en la Piscina de Cleopatra, todos opcionales.

      • Bebidas, cenas, propinas y gastos personales.

      • Seguro médico y de viaje.

      • Vuelos internacionales y noches de hotel en Estambul antes o después del paquete.

      Please note

        ENGLISH

        The package starts with Istanbul pickup around 06:30–07:00 on Day 1 and ends with the Istanbul hotel transfer after the flight from Cappadocia on Day 8. Seven hotel nights: one Çanakkale, three Kuşadası and three Cappadocia. No Istanbul hotel night is included. Day 5 includes the flight from the Aegean region to Cappadocia; there is no Konya visit.


        Prices are per person with two adults sharing a twin or queen room. Minimum two adults aged 12+ per reservation. Infants under two travel free without a separate flight seat or extra bed; ages 2–5 receive 50% discount and ages 6–11 receive 25% discount. Ages 12+ pay the adult rate. Book at least two days before departure. Automatic confirmation and full payment in one transaction. English or Spanish guiding is available; indicate your preference when booking. Maximum sightseeing group size: 15 guests. From 1 March through 31 October every year, prices increase by 10%. Hotels listed may be replaced by hotels of similar quality.


        Domestic flights include 15 kg baggage allowance. Exact flight and pickup details are provided before departure. The South Cappadocia tour involves approximately four kilometres of walking, uneven terrain and narrow underground passages; contact us before booking for accessibility assistance. Balloon flights are optional and depend on weather and operating approval.


        Cancellation must be requested in writing by email. More than 7 days before departure: full refund (no cancellation fee). 7 days or less, but more than 2 days before departure: 30% cancellation fee and 70% refund. 2 days or less before departure, or no-show: 100% cancellation fee and no refund.


        ESPAÑOL

        Comienza con recepción en Estambul aproximadamente entre las 06:30 y las 07:00 del día 1 y termina con el traslado al hotel de Estambul después del vuelo desde Capadocia el día 8. Siete noches: una en Çanakkale, tres en Kuşadası y tres en Capadocia. No incluye hotel en Estambul. El día 5 incluye vuelo desde la región del Egeo a Capadocia; no hay visita a Konya.


        Precio por persona con dos adultos compartiendo habitación con camas individuales o cama queen. Mínimo dos adultos de 12 años o más por reserva. Menores de dos años gratis sin asiento propio de avión ni cama adicional; de 2 a 5 años, 50% de descuento; de 6 a 11 años, 25% de descuento. Desde 12 años se aplica la tarifa de adulto. Reserve al menos dos días antes. Confirmación automática y pago completo en una sola transacción. Guía en inglés o español; indique su preferencia al reservar. Máximo 15 viajeros en las visitas. Aumento anual del 10% del 1 de marzo al 31 de octubre. Los hoteles pueden sustituirse por otros de categoría similar.


        Los vuelos internos incluyen 15 kg de equipaje. Horarios de vuelos y recepción facilitados antes de la salida. El sur de Capadocia incluye unos cuatro kilómetros a pie, terreno irregular y pasillos subterráneos estrechos; consulte si necesita asistencia. El globo es opcional y depende del tiempo y autorización operativa.


        La cancelación debe solicitarse por escrito por correo electrónico. Más de 7 días antes de la salida: reembolso completo, sin penalización. Con 7 días o menos, pero más de 2 días: penalización del 30% y reembolso del 70%. Con 2 días o menos o por no presentarse: penalización del 100%, sin reembolso.

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