© Tourcan Vacations
- Duration
- 10 days · 9 nights
- Trip type
- Cultural | Heritage
- Group size
Overview
A cultural and heritage journey through Turkey, combining historic cities, ancient sites, religious landmarks, archaeological treasures and distinctive landscapes across Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Kusadasi, Canakkale and surrounding destinations.
The itinerary explores Istanbul’s Ottoman and historic landmarks, including Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar, before continuing to Cappadocia’s lunar landscapes, valleys, pottery traditions, Goreme Open Air Museum and underground cities. The journey then visits Konya and Mevlana Museum, Pamukkale and Hierapolis, Ephesus and the House of St. Mary, ancient Pergamum and Troy, followed by Gallipoli and its World War I memorials, including Anzac Cove and Lone Pine Cemetery. The trip also includes a ferry crossing of the Dardanelles.
The route
Day by day, at a glance
Day 1 · Istanbul
Istanbul
Day 2 · Istanbul
Istanbul
Day 3 · Cappadocia
Istanbul - Cappadocia
Day 4 · Cappadocia
Cappadocia
Day 5 · Pamukkale
Cappadocia - Konya - Pamukkale
Day 6 · Kusadasi
Pamukkale - Kusadasi
Day 7 · Kusadasi
Kusadasi - Ephesus
Day 8 · Canakkale
Kusadasi - Pergamum - Canakkale
Day 9 · Istanbul
Canakkale - Istanbul
Day 10 · Istanbul
Istanbul
Day by day
The itinerary
Day 1 · Istanbul
Istanbul
Day 1 Istanbul
Day 2 · Istanbul
Istanbul
Activities: Visit Topkapi Palace the ancient residence of Ottoman Sultans. Then visit the Hagia Sophia Museum and later Blue Mosque with its beautiful Iznik tiles. After seeing the Hippodrome we will end the day with a visit to Grand Bazaar. Drive back to the hotel. Overnight: Istanbul – (B)
BreakfastDay 3 · Cappadocia
Istanbul - Cappadocia
Activities: • Transfer to airport for a short flight to Cappadocia. Meet and greet at the airport and transfer to the Cappadocia region. Overnight: Cappadocia – (B, D)
Breakfast, DinnerDay 4 · Cappadocia
Cappadocia
Activities: • Explore the lunar landscape of Cappadocia visiting the Pasabag (Monks’) Valley and Avanos and visit a regional pottery workshop. • Then see Goreme open air museum. • We will finish the day with a visit to the Kaymakli or Ozkonak Underground City and Pigeon Valley. Overnight: Cappadocia – (B, D)
Breakfast, DinnerDay 5 · Pamukkale
Cappadocia - Konya - Pamukkale
Activities: • Drive to Konya which was the capital of Selcuk Empire. • En Route we will visit Sultanhani Caravanserai. • Upon arrival to Konya we visit Mevlana Museum which houses his tomb and the museum where was the center of Whirling Dervishes sect. • Drive to Pamukkale. Overnight: Pamukkale – (B, D)
Breakfast, DinnerDay 6 · 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 7 · 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 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 8 · 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 9 · 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, D)
Breakfast, DinnerDay 10 · Istanbul
Istanbul
Departure: This morning we will transfer you to the international airport for outgoing flights. – (B, L, D) 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, lunch, dinner
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
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.