© Tourcan Vacations
- Duration
- 7 days · 6 nights
- Trip type
- Cultural | Heritage
- Group size
Overview
This cultural and heritage journey through Turkey explores ancient cities, historic landmarks, archaeological sites, and significant World War I memorials, combining the distinctive landscapes of Pamukkale with the rich history of Ephesus, Pergamum, Troy, Gallipoli, and Istanbul.
The journey begins in Pamukkale with visits to Hierapolis and its snow-white terraced ponds before continuing to Kusadasi and the ancient city of Ephesus, including the Celsius Library, Marble Street, great theatre, and House of St. Mary. The route continues through Bergama and ancient Pergamum, Troy and its famous Trojan Horse, and Canakkale, followed by a ferry crossing of the Dardanelles and visits to Gallipoli, Anzac Cove, and Lone Pine Cemetery. The final days in Istanbul feature Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia Museum, the Blue Mosque with its Iznik tiles, and the Hippodrome.
The route
Day by day, at a glance
Day 1 · Pamukkale
Pamukkale
Day 2 · Kusadasi
Pamukkale - Kusadasi
Day 3 · Kusadasi
Kusadasi - Ephesus
Day 4 · Canakkale
Kusadasi - Pergamum - Canakkale
Day 5 · Istanbul
Canakkale - Istanbul
Day 6 · Istanbul
Istanbul
Day 7 · Istanbul
Istanbul
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 1 · Pamukkale
Pamukkale
Upon arrival at airport in Turkey, you will be warmly met by a representative, who will provide assistance and transfer to your accommodation to check-in. Overnight: Pamukkale – (D)
DinnerDay 2 · Kusadasi
Pamukkale - Kusadasi
Activities: • Today we continue to explore Hierapolis ancient city hosting the greatest necropolis in Anatolia. • Enjoy walking on the hot spring waters on the snow white terraced ponds. • Then we drive to Kusadasi. Overnight: Kusadasi – (B, D)
Breakfast, DinnerDay 3 · Kusadasi
Kusadasi - Ephesus
Activities: • Today we will visit the Ephesus ancient city maybe the greatest of all sites in Asia Minor. • Our tour includes the Celcius Library, Marble Street and the great theatre with 24 000 seats. • We will also visit the House of St. Mary. Overnight: Kusadasi – (B, D)
Breakfast, DinnerDay 4 · Canakkale
Kusadasi - Pergamum - Canakkale
Activities: • Today we drive to Bergama which was ancient Pergamum and visit the Asclepion. • Then we proceed to the ancient city of Troy the city famous with Trojan Horse. • Then we continue to Canakkale. Overnight: Canakkale – (B, D)
Breakfast, DinnerDay 5 · Istanbul
Canakkale - Istanbul
Activities: • We cross the famous Dardanelles by ferry. • Today we will visit the World War I memorials at Gallipoli. • See Anzac Cove and Lone Pine Cemetery. • Continue to Istanbul. Overnight: Istanbul – (B)
BreakfastDay 6 · Istanbul
Istanbul
Activities: • Today we will visit Topkapi Palace the ancient residence of mighty Ottoman Sultans. • Then we will see the Hagia Sophia Museum and later we will visit the Blue Mosque with its beautiful Iznik tiles. • After seeing the Hippodrome will drive back to Istanbul. Overnight: Istanbul – (B)
BreakfastDay 7 · Istanbul
Istanbul
Departure: Transfer to airport for outgoing flights. – (B) Meals as per itinerary: (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner) We can personalize this tour just for you! Call: 1 800 263 2995 / 416 391 0334 or complete form
Breakfast
Where you'll stay
Accommodations
Accommodation for this trip is tailored to your dates and travel style — your specialist will confirm the exact properties when shaping your itinerary.
How it works
Made to order
- Every Tourcan trip is built by a specialist, not a template — the route, hotels, and pace are tuned to how you want to travel.
- Dates are flexible. There are no fixed departures; we plan around your calendar.
- Quotes and bookings happen by phone and email with your specialist — no automated checkout, just a real conversation.
What's included
Inclusions and exclusions
Included
- Accommodations Per Person Sharing, including hotel taxes
- Arrival & departure transfers where applicable
- Local guides where applicable
- Meals per itinerary
- Park entrance fees and sightseeing fees where applicable
- Applicable transportation
Not included
- Airfare and air taxes
- Cancellation, baggage, travel and medical insurance
- Items of a personal nature such as baggage porterage, gratuities/tips, laundry, telephone calls, bottled water, etc.
- Visa and visa fees
- Optional sightseeing and activities
- Meals, beverages and services not mentioned in itinerary
- For additional information or reservations please complete QUOTE REQUEST form in side bar of this page or contact us directly to speak to one of our Destination Experts.
- We can personalize this tour just for you! Call: 1 800 263 2995 / 416 391 0334 or complete form
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included in the price of any Tourcan itinerary. We strongly recommend comprehensive coverage for trip cancellation, trip interruption, medical expenses, and baggage.