This comprehensive tour of Turkey combines the history, man-made wonders and natural phenomena, as well as the vibrant and welcoming culture that is unique to Turkey. This tour starts in Istanbul and takes you around the best of Turkey at a generous pace. The tour includes visiting Gallipoli, walking the marble streets of Ephesus, sightseeing the lime cascades formed by hot mineral springs in Pamukkale, enjoying the breathtaking coastline of Fethiye and so much more.
includes:
Return flights from Johannesburg to Istanbul including airline levy
Return airport to hotel transfers
12 Nights accommodation at 4 & 5 star hotels
Breakfast daily, 1 lunch & 7 dinners
Tour guide throughout your tour
Luggage handling
ITINERARY:
Day 1 / 2 - Istanbul
Day 3 - Gallipoli - Dardanelles - Canakkale
Day 4 - Troy - Pergamum - Izmir
Day 5 - Ephesus & St. Mary's House - Izmir
Day 6 - Izmir - Pamukkale
Day 7 - Pamukkale - Fethiye
Day 8 - Fethiye
Day 9 - Fethiye - Antalya
Day 10 - Perge - Aspendos - Antalya
Day 11 - Antalya - Cappadocia
Day 12 - Cappadocia
Day 13 - Cappadocia - Return
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Hagia Sophia
- Grand Bazaar, world's largest and oldest covered market
- Sarati, a hidden underground city
- Ancient city of Troy
- Anzac Cove at Gallipoli
- Pamukkale the Cotton Castleite
- Hiking through the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia
Valid for selected Sunday departures.
6, 20 & 27 September 2026
4, 11 & 18 October 2026
excludes:
Personal expenses, meals not mentioned, drinks, optional tours, customary tips to drivers and guides, travel insurance and any items not mentioned under inclusions