12 Day Private Turkey Tour – Grand Turkey Discovery

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Overview

Duración:12 días Noches 11
Viajeros:2 - 9 invitados
Tipo de visita:Visita privada
Idioma:English

Experience a 12 day private Turkey tour that starts and ends in Istanbul, connecting imperial landmarks, ancient cities and remarkable landscapes. Grand Turkey Discovery follows an overland route through Canakkale, Troy, Pergamon, Kusadasi, Pamukkale, Antalya, Konya, Cappadocia and Ankara. Your English-speaking guide and private vehicle are exclusively for your group during scheduled sightseeing.

Begin in Istanbul with the historic peninsula, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia’s visitor gallery, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar. The following morning combines the Spice Bazaar and a short Bosphorus sightseeing cruise before the journey to Canakkale.

Explore the archaeological remains of Troy and the hilltop Acropolis of Pergamon before continuing to Kusadasi. Discover Ephesus and its Library of Celsus, visit the Basilica of St. John and stroll through the traditional village of Sirince. Continue inland to Pamukkale’s white travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis.

On the Mediterranean coast, enjoy an introductory walk through Antalya’s Kaleici district and old harbor. The route then takes you to the Roman theater of Aspendos and Konya’s Mevlana Museum, subject to opening arrangements, before reaching Cappadocia.

Discover Goreme Open-Air Museum, Pasabag’s fairy chimneys, Avanos and Devrent Valley, with an exterior viewpoint stop at Uchisar Castle. Visit Kaymakli Underground City before continuing to Ankara, where the itinerary includes Anitkabir. Return to Istanbul for your final overnight stay before departure.

The package includes 11 hotel nights: three in Istanbul, one in Canakkale, two in Kusadasi, one in the Pamukkale area, one in Antalya, two in Cappadocia and one in Ankara. Istanbul accommodation includes breakfast; accommodation at the other overnight stops includes breakfast and dinner. Named hotels or similar properties are used.

This is an active journey with several hotel changes, early starts and long driving days, particularly on Days 3, 4 and 8. No domestic flights are required. A Cappadocia hot-air balloon flight is optional, costs extra and depends on weather, availability and operational approval. Send your preferred travel dates and group size to request a personalized quotation.

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Highlights

Travel from Istanbul and back on a 12 day private Turkey tour with no domestic flights required.
Enjoy a guide and private vehicle exclusively for your group during scheduled sightseeing.
Explore Istanbul’s Old City, including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace.
Visit the Spice Bazaar and enjoy a short Bosphorus sightseeing cruise.
Discover the ancient settlements of Troy and the hilltop Acropolis of Pergamon.
Walk through Ephesus and admire the Library of Celsus.
Visit the Basilica of St. John and the traditional hillside village of Sirince.
Explore Hierapolis and the permitted areas of Pamukkale’s white travertine terraces.
Stroll through Antalya’s Kaleici district and historic harbor.
See the Roman theater of Aspendos and visit Konya’s Mevlana Museum, subject to opening arrangements.
Discover Cappadocia’s rock-cut heritage, fairy chimneys and panoramic viewpoints.
Explore Kaymakli Underground City and visit Anitkabir in Ankara.
Stay for 11 nights, with breakfast in Istanbul and half-board accommodation at the other overnight stops.

Includes/Excludes

3 nights at Burdock Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection, or similar, with breakfast: 2 nights at the beginning and 1 night at the end.
1 night at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Canakkale, or similar, with breakfast and dinner.
2 nights at Charisma Hotel Kusadasi, or similar, with breakfast and dinner.
1 night at Adem Pira Thermal & Spa Hotel Pamukkale, or similar, with breakfast and dinner.
1 night at Mercure Antalya Konyaalti Hotel, or similar, with breakfast and dinner.
2 nights at Barcelo Hotel Cappadocia, or similar, with breakfast and dinner.
1 night at Movenpick Ankara, or similar, with breakfast and dinner.
Private van transportation along the scheduled overland route.
Professional English-speaking guide exclusively for your group during scheduled sightseeing.
Guided entrance tickets to Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia’s visitor gallery, Troy, Pergamon Acropolis, Ephesus, the Basilica of St. John, Aspendos, Goreme Open-Air Museum, Kaymakli Underground City and Zelve-Pasabag.
Skip-the-line admission where provided; security checks and site access procedures still apply.

International flights.
Lunches throughout the tour and dinners in Istanbul.
Optional Cappadocia hot-air balloon flight, subject to weather, availability and operational approval.
Optional visits to Ephesus Terrace Houses and Goreme Dark Church.
An extended Topkapi Palace Harem visit.
Thermal-pool bathing in Pamukkale.
Personal expenses and tips.
Any services or activities not expressly listed in the Includes section.

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Itinerary

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Day 1 — Arrival in Istanbul

Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport, meet your transfer representative and travel to your hotel. Your 12 day private Turkey tour begins with time to settle in and relax after your journey.

After check-in, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure or explore the surrounding neighborhood independently. Early check-in is subject to availability.

Overnight in Istanbul at Burdock Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection, or a similar property.

Day 2 — Istanbul Old City Tour

Meet your private guide for a full day exploring Istanbul’s historic peninsula. Begin at the Hippodrome before visiting the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia’s visitor gallery.

After a lunch break at your own expense, explore Topkapi Palace’s principal courtyards and selected collections. Finish at the Grand Bazaar, with time to browse its covered lanes. Shopping is optional.

Visits follow opening schedules and mosque access arrangements. An extended Harem visit is outside the standard program.
Breakfast included. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3 — Spice Bazaar, Bosphorus Cruise & Canakkale

Begin early with a visit to the Spice Bazaar, where stalls display spices, teas and traditional treats. Continue with a short Bosphorus sightseeing cruise, taking in waterfront palaces, mansions and neighborhoods along the European and Asian shores.

Around midday, depart Istanbul and travel toward Canakkale, with a lunch stop and comfort breaks along the way. Arrive at your hotel in the evening.

This is a long day combining morning sightseeing with an overland journey. The cruise is subject to weather and sailing schedules.
Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight in Canakkale at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Canakkale or similar.

Day 4 — Troy, Pergamon & Kusadasi

Depart early for Troy, the archaeological site associated with the legendary Trojan War. Explore selected remains that reveal its successive layers of settlement.

Continue south to Pergamon, near modern-day Bergama. Visit the Acropolis and discover the ancient city’s dramatic hilltop setting before continuing to Kusadasi.

This is one of the longest days of the tour, with substantial driving, two archaeological visits and stops for meals and comfort breaks. Arrival in Kusadasi may be late.

Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight in Kusadasi at Charisma Hotel Kusadasi or similar.

Day 5 — Ephesus, the Basilica of St. John & Sirince

Explore Ephesus with your private guide, walking through ancient streets and monumental remains, including the Library of Celsus facade.

Continue to the Basilica of St. John in Selcuk to learn about the region’s early Christian heritage. After a lunch break at your own expense, visit Sirince, a hillside village known for its traditional houses and cobbled lanes.

Return to your hotel in Kusadasi. The House of the Virgin Mary may replace Sirince by advance arrangement. Ephesus Terrace Houses are outside the standard program.

Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 6 — Pamukkale & Hierapolis

Leave the Aegean coast and travel inland to Pamukkale. Following a lunch break, explore selected remains of Hierapolis, the ancient city overlooking the white travertine terraces.

Continue to the permitted terrace areas to appreciate Pamukkale’s mineral formations. Access follows local conservation rules, and individual sections may be restricted.

After sightseeing, transfer to your hotel. Thermal-pool bathing is outside the standard program and depends on local availability.
Breakfast and dinner included.

Overnight in the Pamukkale area at Adem Pira Thermal & Spa Hotel Pamukkale or similar.

Day 7 — Journey to Antalya & Old Town Walk

Travel to Antalya on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast. Upon arrival, enjoy an introductory walk through Kaleici, the historic old town.

Discover its narrow streets, see Hadrian’s Gate from the outside and explore the old harbor area. Depending on arrival time, enjoy the remaining afternoon or evening at leisure.

This stop provides a brief introduction to Antalya rather than a full beach stay.

Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight in Antalya at Mercure Antalya Konyaalti Hotel or similar.

Day 8 — Aspendos, Konya & the Road to Cappadocia

Depart early for Aspendos, renowned for its remarkably well-preserved Roman theater. After the visit, travel inland toward Konya.

Visit the Mevlana Museum, associated with the poet and Sufi thinker Rumi, subject to opening arrangements. Following a lunch break, continue to Cappadocia and check in to your hotel.

This is a long travel day with sightseeing stops along the route. Arrival in Cappadocia may be late.

Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight in Cappadocia at Barcelo Hotel Cappadocia or similar.

Day 9 — Cappadocia’s Fairy Chimneys & Rock-Cut Heritage

An optional sunrise hot-air balloon flight may be arranged before sightseeing at an additional cost, subject to weather, availability and operational approval.

Begin your guided sightseeing at Goreme Open-Air Museum, exploring its rock-cut chapels and monastic spaces. Continue to Pasabag to see Cappadocia’s distinctive fairy chimneys.

Enjoy a lunch break in Avanos, followed by a short pottery demonstration. Purchases are optional. Visit Devrent Valley and finish with an exterior viewpoint stop overlooking Uchisar Castle before returning to your hotel.

Goreme Dark Church is outside the standard program.

Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 10 — Kaymakli Underground City & Ankara

Begin with a guided visit to Kaymakli Underground City, following the visitor route through rock-cut chambers and connecting passages.

Some sections have low ceilings and narrow passages; please discuss any mobility concerns or discomfort with enclosed spaces before booking.

Continue by road to Ankara, with meal and comfort stops along the way.

If arrival time and opening hours permit, visit Anitkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. Otherwise, this visit will take place the following morning.

Breakfast and dinner included. Overnight in Ankara at Movenpick Ankara or similar.

Day 11 — Ankara to Istanbul

Visit Anitkabir this morning if it was not visited on Day 10. Continue by road to Istanbul, with comfort breaks and a lunch stop along the way.

Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy your final evening at leisure. Revisit a favorite neighborhood or choose a restaurant for dinner at your own expense.

Breakfast included. Overnight in Istanbul at Burdock Hotel Istanbul, Autograph Collection, or similar.

Day 12 — Departure from Istanbul

Enjoy breakfast and free time before your scheduled airport transfer, depending on your flight departure and hotel checkout time.

Transfer to Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport for your onward flight. Breakfast arrangements for early departures will be confirmed according to the hotel’s service hours.

Your 12 day private Turkey tour ends in Istanbul.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this 12 day private Turkey tour exclusively for my group?

Yes. Your English-speaking guide and private vehicle are exclusively for your group during scheduled sightseeing. The itinerary follows an overland route, with no domestic flights required. The Bosphorus sightseeing cruise should not be understood as a private boat charter.

Where does the tour start and finish?

The tour starts and finishes in Istanbul. Arrival and departure transfers are scheduled for Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport, according to your confirmed travel arrangements. Istanbul accommodation includes two nights at the beginning and one night at the end.

Which destinations does the itinerary cover?

The route connects Istanbul, Canakkale, Troy, Pergamon, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya, Konya, Cappadocia and Ankara before returning to Istanbul. It combines historic cities, archaeological sites, coastal scenery and Cappadocia’s rock formations.

Are flights required during the tour?

No domestic flights are required. Travel between destinations is by private vehicle along the scheduled route. International flights to and from Turkey are not included in the package price.

How many hotel nights and meals are included?

The package includes 11 hotel nights: three in Istanbul, one in Canakkale, two in Kusadasi, one in the Pamukkale area, one in Antalya, two in Cappadocia and one in Ankara.
Breakfast is included in Istanbul. Accommodation at the other overnight stops includes breakfast and dinner. Lunches throughout the tour and dinners in Istanbul are extra. Named hotels or similar properties are used.

Does the tour involve long driving days?

Yes. This is an extensive overland journey with early starts, several hotel changes and substantial driving, particularly on Days 3, 4 and 8. Meal and comfort stops are planned along the route, but arrival times depend on traffic and sightseeing conditions. The itinerary suits travelers who enjoy exploring several regions in one trip.

Is a Cappadocia hot-air balloon flight included?

No. A sunrise hot-air balloon flight is optional and costs extra. It may be arranged before sightseeing on Day 9, subject to weather, availability and operational approval. Please mention your interest when requesting a quotation.

How much walking is involved?

Sightseeing involves uneven surfaces, slopes and steps, especially at archaeological sites. Kaymakli Underground City has low ceilings and narrow passages. Please tell us about mobility limitations or discomfort with enclosed spaces before booking so we can discuss suitability and possible alternatives.

Can optional visits or activities be added?

Optional additions may include Ephesus Terrace Houses, Goreme Dark Church, an extended Topkapi Palace Harem visit or thermal-pool bathing in Pamukkale, subject to availability and the daily schedule. These are outside the standard program and may involve additional charges.
The House of the Virgin Mary may replace Sirince by advance arrangement. Please request any changes before your itinerary is confirmed.

How much does the 12 day private Turkey tour cost?

Prices are quoted in USD per person and depend on the number of travelers in your private group. The two-traveler rate is US$4,810 per person, while the nine-traveler rate is US$2,115 per person. These are per-person prices, not group totals.

Send your preferred dates, group size and room requirements for a personalized quotation. Optional activities and services outside the listed inclusions cost extra.