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5 Days Turkey Tour: Bodrum to Istanbul

Bodrum, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Bergama, Troy, Canakkale, Gallipoli, Istanbul,
Duration

5 day(s)

Tour type

Private

Group size

1-40 people

Physical Level

easy

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day journey through Turkey’s most iconic historical and cultural sites. From the ancient ruins of Ephesus and the legendary city of Troy to the battlefields of Gallipoli and the vibrant streets of Istanbul, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Discover the remnants of past civilizations, walk in the footsteps of heroes, and experience the timeless charm of Turkey. Whether you are a history enthusiast or a cultural explorer, this tour promises a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Activities
Discovery Explorer Family Historical In-depth Cultural Museum Solo Travel Sightseeing

Tour Features

Duration
5 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-40 people

Tour Code
5DTTBI

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
Culture & Historical

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
11 - 99

Bodrum

Pickup Time:

12:52

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Istanbul

Dropoff Time:

12:52

Highlights
Explore Ancient Wonders – Visit the remarkably preserved ruins of Ephesus, the Acropolis of Pergamum, and the fabled city of Troy.

Itinerary

Day 1

(Lunch and Dinner included)

Pick-up from Bodrum after emigration procedures.

After breakfast between 08:30 am, departure from hotel fully guided tour of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient sites in the world en - route, visiting the Temple of Artemis, Curetes street, famous Roman baths, Celsus Library and Grand theatre. Lunch break around 13:00 pm. After the lunch, we will visit a place, which continues to perform one of the oldest arts of Turkey; a carpet-weaving centre. After lunch, we will do a Turkish Village Tour. Sirince’s construction style today belongs to Anatolian Greeks. The houses on the slope are all original with their white paint. Sirince Village also has a fantastic reputation for making some of the best wines in Turkey - especially fruit wines. There will be some free time to explore around of the village. On the way, we will visit one of the famous leather production centers of the region, where you will have the opportunity to get a good factory rate. On this guided tour, you will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen. Dinner and Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 2

(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

We depart at 08:30 and drive to Pergamon. At 10:30 we will be at Pergamon. Visit to the magnificent Bergama Museum. It is an impressive Museum and you may see many important relics from Ancient Pergamon. Pergamon is a famous city for its jewellery, stones and silver. So on the way, we will visit a jewellery center for 30 minutes. Lunch break around 12:15 pm. and after the lunch departure forTroy. Visit the famous archeological and mythological site of Troy, home of the Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. After Troy tour, check in to your hotel. Dinner and Overnight in Canakkale.

Day 3

(Breakfast and Lunch included)

At 08:00 or 08:30 am we depart for Gallipoli in order to visit the battle fields. Two hours later we will give you 20 minutes for relaxing in a restaurant area. We will arrive Gallipoli around 12:00 pm. and we will have lunch break, relax a little bit and then depart for the battle fields. Visit Gabatepe Museum. Start visiting the fields with Ariburnu Cemetery and Anzac Cove because these are the places where the war had started. Then Beach Cemetery, Lone Pine and Chunuck Bair. After the tour we will drive you to the hotel in Istanbul. Bus Trip will take roughly 5 – 6 hours drive. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 4

(Breakfast and Lunch included)

After breakfast, we have Istanbul City Tour. Our first visit will be HIPPODROME. Ancient Hippodrome was the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. Than we will visit SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE. Across from Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, it was built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. Our next visit will be HAGIA SOPHIA GRAND MOSQUE. The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, previously known as the Church of Divine Wisdom, is simply the best of its kind! Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque is the greatest surviving example of Byzantine Architecture. For 1000 years, it was once the largest church in the world, decorated with stunning 6th century golden mosaics. Today it is a mosque. Lunch break at 13:00 pm. After the lunch, TravelShop Group will take you to the ALI PASAZADE which is a unique atmosphere with reasonable prices for your shopping. Here you will find; Exotic Spices and Herbs, Turkish Baklava, Turkish Delights, Turkish Coffee, nuts and fruits, small souvenirs such as Ceramic Handicrafts, Evil Eyes totems, all natural olive oil, soaps and many other goods in Souvenir Shops and stores. After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.

Please Note: Please do not forget to carry headscarf with you for the visit of religious places as Blue Mosque & Haghia Sophia Mosque.

Day 5

(Breakfast included)

After breakfast check out from your hotel and transfer to Airport for your flight back to home. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the future in one of our tours again. Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.

Included

2 nights hotel in Istanbul – Central Place Hotel

1 night hotel in Canakkale – Troia Tusan Hotel

1 nights hotel in Kusadasi – Odelia Resort Hotel

PS: If this hotel list is not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange another similar hotel for your group. If you prefer a different category hotel, there might be an additional cost

Professional English-speaking tour guides

4 open buffet breakfasts

4 local dinners at hotels

4 local lunches during to tours

All transportation in the program

Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach

Guided Istanbul City Tour

Guided Gallipoli Tour

Guided Troy Tour

Guided Bergama Tour

Guided Ephesus and Sirince Village Tour

All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary

Hotel Room Taxes

City Tax

Excluded

International flights

Insurance: All types

Tipping

Turkey entry visa

Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry

Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the included section

Tour Booking

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