Western Turkey Escorted Tour

A popular introductory tour of Turkey’s key tourist attractions on the enthralling west coast, the tour concludes in Marmaris for easy access to the sunny Greek Isles.

Itinerary

  • Day 1: Istanbul

  • Transfer to your hotel and receive a warm welcome briefing.
  • Day 2: Istanbul

  • Explore the delights of Istanbul today, including the attractive Blue Mosque, St Sophia with its amazing Byzantine architecture and the Grand Bazaar, said to hold over 5000 shops!
  • Day 3: Istanbul – Canakkale

  • Journey by road to the sobering sights of Gallipoli. Pay your respects at ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair before crossing the Dardanelle Strait to your accommodation in Canakkale. 
  • Day 4: Canakkale – Kusadasi

  • Explore Troy and its legends and sight the replica Trojan horse. Travel two hours to reach the ancient Greek city of Pergamum and later on to Kusadasi with its seaside panoramic views. 
  • Day 5: Ephesus

  • See one of the world’s finest examples of an ancient classical city at Ephesus, including St Mary’s House. Enjoy some leisure time in the afternoon or opt to tour Sardis or Sirince. Return to Kusadasi. 
  • Day 6: Kusadasi – Pamukkale

  • A scenic drive takes you through a fertile valley to the calcium cliffs of Pamukkale. A rare sight, cliffs and pools form a ‘White Castle’ that has to be seen to be believed. Conclude with the ancient Hierapolis ruins. 
  • Day 7: Pamukkale – Marmaris

  • Travel with a driver only to the seaside town of Marmaris and enjoy some leisure time. 
  • Day 8: Marmaris

  • Your tour ends after breakfast.

* All prices shown are for low season, per person, twin share. Click here to see full Terms & Conditions.

Pricing

8 Days / 7 Nights From $1,413*

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Includes accommodation, transfers, meals as specified, sightseeing with local English speaking guides and entrance fees.

Departs: Thu 05 Apr-25Oct'12.

Note: Optional excursions cost extra and are to be booked and paid for locally.

GROUP TOUR

  • Air-conditioned coach

  • Sightseeing

  • Meals as specified

  • English speaking tour leader

Highlights

  • The cosmopolitan vibe of Istanbul

  • Scenic drives throughout Western Turkey

  • Paddling in the calcium pools at Pamukkale

  • Relaxing Marmaris