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Discover Turkey

8 days
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Start and end in Istanbul
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 20
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Highlights

  • Explore Istanbul's historic sites and bazaars
  • Tour the ancient city of Ephesus and its ruins
  • Relax in Pamukkale's thermal pools among Roman ruins
  • Discover Cappadocia's fairy-tale rock formations
  • Visit Ankara and the mausoleum of Ataturk

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrive into Istanbul. Transfer to hotel
  2. Day 2 Istanbul city tour, fly to Kusadasi
  3. Day 3 Kusadasi. Ephesus Greek & Roman ruins
  4. Day 4 Drive to Pamukkale and Hieropolis
  5. Day 5 Drive the Silk Road to Konya
  6. Day 6 Cappadocia. Full day tour
  7. Day 7 Return to Istanbul via Ankara
  8. Day 8 Istanbul. Free time. Transfer to airport
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    Operated by Fez travel, an all round wonderful experience, our tour guide Halil and driver were excellent. Highly recommended.
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    Excellent introduction to Classical Greece. Our guide, Georgina, was super knowledgeable , capable, and friendly.
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