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$1,361.00per personTurkey Classics by Road
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This 7-day escorted tour starts and ends in Istanbul and follows a classic overland route through western and central Turkey. It combines the Gallipoli battlefields, Troy, the Aegean coast, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Konya, Cappadocia and Ankara. The pace is moderate, with some walking, steps and longer travel days. The group is small, with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 20 travellers. The tour is suitable for guests aged 8 and above who are comfortable with the activity level. Accommodation is shared on a twin basis for 6 nights. A single supplement applies to solo travellers. Vegetarian, vegan and halal meals can be arranged on request. Jain and kosher options are not available. The meeting point is Nidya Galataport Hotel in Istanbul. Pick-up times vary by season. An optional flight from Kayseri to Istanbul can replace the bus transfer at the end of the trip, at extra cost. For departures between 1 November 2025 and 31 December 2026, the Cappadocia hotel is Hanedan Hotel.
Key details
7 days
6 nights
Route
Turkey
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Duration
7 days
Group size
Min 2, max 20
Age
8+
Start / end
Istanbul / Istanbul
Travel style
Small groups
Difficulty
Moderate
Highlights
- Gallipoli battlefields and memorials
- Troy and the Aegean route
- Ephesus and Pamukkale
- Cappadocia, Konya and Ankara
Itinerary
- 1
Çanakkale
Gallipoli battlefields
Leave Istanbul early and travel to the Gallipoli Peninsula. Visit key First World War sites including Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, ANZAC Cove, Johnston's Jolly, The Nek, and the preserved trenches and tunnels. Overnight in Çanakkale. - 2
Kuşadası
Troy and the Aegean coast
Travel from Çanakkale to Troy for a visit to the ancient city and its museum. The route continues through Behramkale in the 2026 itinerary, or to Bergama and the Acropolis of Pergamon in the 2027 and 2028 itineraries, before arriving in Kuşadası. - 3
Kuşadası
Ephesus and local craft traditions
Visit Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis site, the theatre and the archaeology museum. The day also includes a stop at a carpet village to see how handwoven carpets are made and valued. Overnight in Kuşadası.Breakfast, Dinner
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- 6 nights of accommodation in twin-share rooms
- English-speaking tour guide
- 6 breakfasts and 5 dinners
- Transport in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
- Entrance fees
- Tips except for driver and guide
What's not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities
- Optional hot air balloon tour
- Single supplement
- Meals not listed in the inclusions
- Optional Istanbul Spice Bazaar and Bosphorus cruise
Dates & availability
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Upcoming departures
3 dates · 3 optionsMon, Sep 14, 2026to Sep 20, 2026
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Mon, Sep 21, 2026to Sep 27, 2026
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Hotels as per itineraryDouble/twin room · As per itineraryOn request$1,815.00per person
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Hotels as per itineraryDouble/twin room · As per itineraryOn request$1,815.00per person
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Important information
Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.