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Turkish Delight

20 days
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Start and end in Istanbul
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  • The ancient ruins of Ephesus in Turkey with well-preserved structures.
  • Aerial view of Çanakkale's coastal line and cityscape.
  • Ancient fortress walls under a bright blue sky.
  • Iconic mosque in Konya with clear blue skies.
  • Hot air balloons floating over the unique landscape of Cappadocia.
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  • Cityscape of Ankara during sunset with a mix of modern and traditional architecture.
  • View of the Blue Mosque with the Bosphorus in the background in Istanbul.
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Operator
Crooked Compass
In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 12
Ages 18+

Places You’ll See

  • Istanbul
    Istanbul
  • Cappadocia
    Cappadocia
  • Kusadasi
    Kusadasi
  • Ayvalik
    Ayvalik
  • Gallipoli
    Gallipoli
  • Bursa
    Bursa
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Highlights

  • Explore Istanbul’s Greek and Jewish Heritage
  • Unravel the secrets of the Silk Roads and Ancient Trade Routes
  • Cappadocia’s sunrise balloon flight experience
  • Savour Turkish delights
  • Explore Anatolia’s treasures from underground cities to mystic mausoleums
  • Discover the historic battlegrounds of Gallipoli
  • Unveil the legends of Ancient Battles and Mythical Heroes
  • Explore the magnificent remnants of an Ancient Civilisation at Pergamum Acropolis
  • Sail through Istanbul’s Historic Bosphorus waterway

Itinerary

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  1. Day 1 Arrival in Istanbul
  2. Day 2 Istanbul
  3. Day 3 Istanbul
  4. Day 4 Istanbul
  5. Day 5 Istanbul – Hereke – Izmit – Ankara
  6. Day 6 Ankara
  7. Day 7 Ankara – Hattusas – Cappadocia
  8. Day 8 Cappadocia
  9. Day 9 Cappadocia – Konya
  10. Day 10 Konya – Pamukkale
  11. Day 11 Pamukkale – Kuşadası
  12. Day 12 Kuşadası
  13. Day 13 Kusadasi – Kütahya
  14. Day 14 Kütahya – Ayvalık
  15. Day 15 Ayvalik – Çanakkale
  16. Day 16 anakkale – Gallipoli – Çanakkale
  17. Day 17 anakkale – Bursa
  18. Day 18 Bursa – Istanbul
  19. Day 19 Istanbul
  20. Day 20 Departure from Istanbul
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  • Insurance
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Crooked Compass

Number of tours

82

Age Range

18 to 99 years old

Response time

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Response rate

80%

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before December 26th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 26th, 2025, a minimum payment of $1,150 is required to confirm your booking with Crooked Compass. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Crooked Compass will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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