Anatolian Trilogy
Anatolian Trilogy
Anatolian Trilogy
10 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul
Visiting: İstanbul, Ürgüp, Avanos, Kuşadası, Çanakkale
Tour operator:
Tour code:
295799
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 14
Age range:
6-80
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Art Galleries & Museums, Hot Air Ballooning, Sightseeing, Walking
Tour Overview
A perfect well balanced trip between Anatolian historical heritage and natural beauties. Our Anatolian Trilogy tour offers awe-inspiring ancient history, fairy-tale scenery, plentiful sunshine, and welcoming people. Starting in Istanbul, you’ll marvel at the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Grand Bazaar; Cappadocia’s “fairy-chimney” landscape; the ancient Greek sites of Ephesus and the azure waters of seaside Kusadasi, legendary Troy and Gallipoli. You’ll also experience legendary Turkish hospitality first-hand, from artisans to imams. If you’re looking for different travel delights — and a broader world perspective — you’ll find it here. Join us for the Best of Turkey Tour in 10 days with 2 domestic flights!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Istanbul Arrival
Location: İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to your hotel. Meals: N/A
Day 2 : Istanbul Classics
Location: İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, stroll through Sogukcesme Street with typical wooden house which are now landmark buildings of ottoman architecture. Arrive to Topkapi Palace, the largest and oldest of the remaining palaces where Ottoman Sultans used to live; admire the gardens, kitchens, the treasury section as well as terraces overlooking the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. Photo stop at the Fountain of Sultan Ahmet the 3rd and explore Saint Sophia, the masterpiece of Byzantine architecture dating back to the VIth century. After lunch, visit the Blue Mosque covered by more than 20.000 Iznik tiles and continue with the Roman Hippodrome where the char races used to take place. Discover the handcrafts of Anatolia and shop in the labyrinth tunnels of the Grand Bazaar.
Overnight: Istanbul Meals: B,L
Day 3 : Istanbul Bosphorus And Golden Horne
Location: İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast and departure to explore the Spice Market to feel the exotism of the Orient. Enjoy a langourous boat trip along the European and Asian coasts of the Bosphorus. Freetime in Karaköy for a fish lunch experience under the Galata Bridge with stunning views over the silhouette of the Old City. In the afternoon transfer to airport and flight to Kayseri or Nevsehir. Continue to Cappadocia. Overnight and dinner at your hotel.
Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: B,L, Dinner at hotel
Day 4 : Cappadocia Highlights
Location: Ürgüp
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the early morning, possibility to enjoy a hot air balloon flight to admire the breathtaking moonlike landscape of Cappadocia over the Fairy Chimneys, orchards and vineyards (optional - see our optional prices)
Entire day to enjoy the natural beauty and the cultural depth of this unique region : explore the frescoed interiors of Goreme's cave churches, which date from the 8th century, take a walk in Avcilar, Pasabagi and the red valley of Dervent where you will admire the chimney like volcanic formations and a brief photo stop at Uchisar.
Overnight: Cappadocia Meals: B,L, Dinner at hotel
Day 5 : Cappadocia
Location: Avanos
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit the isolated valley of Kizilçukur behind Urgup with its beautiful rock formation and some hidden rock-carved churches. Cavusin is one of the oldest settlements in the area offering a panoramic view over the village and visit the pigeon houses and rock formations. In the afternoon, discover one of the largest and deepest of the underground cities in Cappadocia.
Overnight: Cappadocia Meals : B-L-D
Day 6 : Cappadocia / Izmir / Kusadasi
Location: Kuşadası
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to airport for your onward flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, continue to Kusadasi and transfer to the Hotel Carina or Neopol or similar first class hotel. Free day to discover Kusadası’s beaches, marinas and night life
Overnight: Kuşadası Meals: B
Day 7 : Kuşadası - Ephesus - Kuşadası
Location: Kuşadası
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Breakfast and Explore the Ephesus antique city by wandering along its 2,000 year old marble streets to such famous sites as the theatre and the Celsus Library. In the afternoon, visit the home of the Virgin Mary and a photo stop nearby the Temple of Artemis where only a column remains to indicate where one of the Seven Wonders of the World was.
Meals: B - L
Day 8 : Kuşadası / Pergamon/ Canakkale
Location: Çanakkale
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast , departure ( between 09:30 am - 10:00 am, ) to Pergamon the city where parchment was invented and discover the Acropolis with hellenistic theater, Trajan Temple and remains of the library. Drive to Canakkale and overnight.
Meals: B,L
Day 9 : Canakkale / Troy / Anzak Cove / Istanbul
Location: İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, depart for Troy and visit the Trojan Horse, Sacrificial Altars, 3700 years old city walls and houses, Senate Building, Odeon. Cross Dardanelles Strait by car ferry and continue to Gallipoli Peninsula. Visit Brighton Beach, Beach Cemetery, ANZAC Cove, Ariburnu Cemetery, ANZAC Commemorative Site, Respect to Mehmetcik Statue, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Johnston's Jolly, Turkish and Allied trenches and tunnels, 57. Regiment Turkish Memorial,The Nek,Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial, After lunch, drive to Istanbul. Transfer back to Istanbul at 17:30 and arrive at around 23:00. Drop-off to your hotel and overnight.
Overnight : Istanbul Meals: B
Day 10 : Istanbul Departure
Location: İstanbul
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for your onward flight or an extention night in Istanbul.
What's Included
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Accommodation
9 nights accommodations - First Class hotels
Istanbul Hotels: Lalahan, Yasmak Sultan, Yigitalp Hotel or similar 4****
Cappadocia Hotels: Urgup Dinler Hotel 4**** or similar
Kusadasi Hotels: Carina, Neopol, Derici Hotel or similar4****
Canakkale Hotels: Buyuk Truva, Artur, Derici or similar 4**** -
Meals
9 breakfasts - 5 lunches - 2 hotel dinners
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Entrance Fees
All mentioned entrance fees are included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
All round trip Apt to Hotel and Hotel to apt transfers are included
All transport and transfers per itinerary are included -
All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
Domestic flights (upon specific flight request, supplement applies)
•Istanbul / Kayseri (or Nevsehir)
•Kayseri / Izmir
All share transfer per itinerary and A/C transport during visits & excursion -
Other Included
Local Taxes
An English speaking guide services during land visits is included. Your may have different guides each day according to their schedule and availability.
What's Not Included
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International Travel
Before/After flights are not included
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Drinks with Meals
Any kind of beverages are not included
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tips for the guides are not included
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Country Entry Visas
Visa and passport expenses are not included
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Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance is not included
Check out our Q&As
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
It depends on countries. Mostly you will need a visa which is obtained very easily via internet https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
All our departures are guaranteed departure tours. That means you’ll definitely be heading off on the trip of a lifetime.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes! You may enhance your tour by purchasing either an extension or pre/post hotel stays, offered on select tours. Extensions may be “hosted” rather than escorted. When hosted, passengers will be greeted upon arrival by a local tour manager who will provide all included services and be available on-call during the duration of the extension. A minimum number of passengers may be required to operate some extensions. Extensions not purchased at time of deposit are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Euro, US$ or Turkish Lira
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
At Eskapas we have a flexible policy. You must change it until 30 days prior to your departure otherwise any changes mean "cancellation".
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Solo travelers must pay single supplement to have a private room due to hygien reasons.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Eskapas has been established in 2000 in Istanbul
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All hotels used to accommodate our customers are certified by “Hotel Association of Turkey”; they all are committed to use maximum 50 % capacity
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL RULES Eskapas is committed to fulfill the following regulations to protect its customers from the risk of Covid-19 : 1 – Eskapas will fulfill all safety rules mentioned in the “Safe Tourism Certification” prepared by Turkish Ministry of Tourism; that plan covers all aspects of the journey from the aircraft to the airport, transfers, touring and hotels (tga.gov.tr/abou
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes you can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your timetable - voucher that will show your itinerary with timing and hotels (30 days before prior to your arrival date)
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Free Date Changes
ESKAPAS allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 61 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
ESKAPAS allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform eskapas, 61 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
ESKAPAS requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 61 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of eskapas charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.