Best of Turkey with Anzac Day
Tour Type: Country Explorer
Brochure Type Eastern Mediterranean 2025 v1
From the legends of Troy to ancient Greek cities, your travels will reveal the places where history happened. On this in-depth Best of Turkey voyage, you'll also venture into the Taurus Mountains for lunch with the Yazir community and relax on the shores of the Turkish Riviera.
Dining Summary
Brochure Type Eastern Mediterranean 2025 v1
From the legends of Troy to ancient Greek cities, your travels will reveal the places where history happened. On this in-depth Best of Turkey voyage, you'll also venture into the Taurus Mountains for lunch with the Yazir community and relax on the shores of the Turkish Riviera.
Dining Summary
- 11 Dinner (D)
- 13 Breakfast (B)
- Learn about the art of pottery making in Avanos.
- Istanbul Haggle for souvenirs at Istanbul's Grand Bazaar one of the largest covered markets in the world with 60 streets and over 5,000 shops.
- Nevsehir Meet Ali, our local host and Cappadocian local, for a tour of his family-run farm. See the sport where his grandfather's garden once stood, taste freshly baked bread and fresh and dried fruits grown on pigeon natural fertilizer, the traditional
- Explore Istanbul
- Visit Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, Anzac Cove and the War Cemeteries at Gallipoli, ancient ruins of Troy, ancient city at Ephesus, Cotton Castle Springs in Pamukkale, Archaeological Museum in Antalya, home of the
- Cappadocia Exedra Hotel's rooms, carved from rock, feature unique designs and display handcrafted antiques. During construction of the hotel, a chapel was discovered, inspiring the name 'Exedra' -- a meeting place in ancient Rome.
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- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Duration
- 14 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Istanbul | Welcome to Istanbul: Stand at the ancient crossroads between Europe and Asia, embarking on a journey of discovery through ancient lands and the marauding empires who fought to rule it. Arriving in vibrant Istanbul, you will be transferred to your hotel before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a memorable dinner to kick off your epic adventure. Accommodations: Arts Hotel Taksim |
| Day 2 | Istanbul | Discover Colorful Istanbul Dive Into Culture: Spend your day delving into a city where modern and ancient coexist effortlessly. Gain insights into the Ottoman Empire's power during your guided tour of the Topkapi Palace and see the 4th-century Egyptian obelisk. Visit Hagia Sophia and the Hippodrome. View the exquisite Blue Mosque, said to rival even the Great Mosque in Mecca. Consider an optional cruise navigating the waters of the Bosphorus. Accommodations: Arts Hotel Taksim |
| Day 3 | Çanakkale | Journey to Troy and Çanakkale: Leaving Istanbul behind, you'll cross the Dardanelles Strait by ferry to Çanakkale. Visit the Archaeological Site of Troy and the replica wooden horse which famously ended a 10-year siege. Then, return to Çanakkale and Check in to your hotel, leaving later this evening to attend the Dawn Service. Accommodations: Iris |
| Day 4 | Çanakkale | Experience the Poignant Anzac Cove Dawn Service: Witness the stirring dawn tribute at Anzac Cove and pay your respects to the brave soldiers who lost their lives during poignant ceremonies held at Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair. Return to your hotel in Çanakkale later this afternoon and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Accommodations: Iris |
| Day 5 | Izmir | Onwards to Gallipoli and Izmir: Cross the Dardanelle Strait again and visit Anzac Cove, Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair. You'll be reminded of the sacrifices made by both sides during World War I before returning to Çanakkale and then on to Izmir where you'll spend the night. Accommodations: Mövenpick |
| Day 6 | Pamukkale | Explore the Ruins of Ephesus and on to Pamukkale: Stroll through the ruins of Ephesus and see the House of Virgin Mary at Mt. Koressos before continuing to Pamukkale. Accommodations: Colossae Thermal |
| Day 7 | Antalya | Venture to Hierapolis and Antalya Connect with Locals: Tread in the footsteps of the ancients who sought relief and relaxation at the Roman health spa at Hierapolis, then admire the bubbling pools and delicate white cascades of water of Pamukkale's Cotton Castle Springs. Later, we travel through scenic countryside and join the Yazir community in the Taurus Mountains, where we'll Connect With Locals and gain insights into their traditions at our Be My Guest lunch. Our stop for the next two nights is the Mediterranean retreat of Antalya. Enjoy some time on your own ambling through the winding lanes of its old city and admiring beautifully preserved Ottoman architecture. This evening, join your companions for a Regional Dinner at a local restaurant. Accommodations: Delta Hotels by Marriott Antalya Lara |
| Day 8 | Antalya | Antalya Free Time: Enjoy a day on your terms to soak up the enchanting seaside atmosphere of the Turkish Riviera, enjoy some time on your own ambling through the winding lanes of its old city and admiring beautifully preserved Ottoman architecture. You may choose to embark on an optional yacht cruise and tour of Antalya's old Town as an optional experience. Accommodations: Delta Hotels by Marriott Antalya Lara |
| Day 9 | Konya | On the Road to Aspendos and Konya: Witness the world's best-preserved theater of antiquity during your first stop in Aspendos this morning, before continuing to Konya, where we will gain insights into the mystical Whirling Dervish sect whose remains lie in the Mevlana Museum and Mausoleum. We continue to the Karatay Tile Museum, spellbound by its exquisitely Seljuk-tiled dome, before returning to our hotel where we'll dine tonight. Accommodations: Dedeman |
| Day 10 | Cappadocia | Continue to Cappadocia Stays With Stories: See a well-preserved 13th-century caravanserai, at which weary travelers used to rest. We journey to Cappadocia with its honey-colored rocky spires providing an enchanting backdrop for our visit to the underground city of Saratli on the ancient Silk Road. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience at King's Valley eco farm. Local host Ali shares how he created an eco farm on the very spot where his grandfather's garden once stood, in an effort to preserve traditional farming and revive the local economy. Tonight we stay in one of Trafalgar's Stays With Stories located with views of the valley and ancient Ortahisar rock castle. Accommodations: Exedra Hotel |
| Day 11 | Cappadocia | A Day to Explore Spectacular Göreme Dive Into Culture: The other-worldly landscapes of Cappadocia take center stage today as we explore its volcanic landscape dotted with caves and troglodyte dwellings. We visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum to admire the extraordinary rock-hewn churches and the fairy chimneys of Pasabag. Dive Into Culture to learn about the art of pottery making in Avanos. This evening, indulge in the flavors of traditional pottery kebabs during a Regional Dinner at a local restaurant. Accommodations: Exedra Hotel |
| Day 12 | Ankara | Onwards to Ankara: Arriving in the youthful capital of Turkey today, we visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilisations and the final resting place of the country's beloved Ataturk, the first president of the modern Turkish nation. This evening we dine at our hotel in Ankara. Accommodations: Grand Mercure Ankara |
| Day 13 | Istanbul | Return to Istanbul: Returning to Istanbul, Dive Into Culture with a visit to the Grand Bazaar. Discover the hidden lanes and watch artisans at work while you wander the main thoroughfares. Spend some time haggling with passionate market vendors lining its labyrinthine lanes. Enjoy the rest of the day on your own. Delve into the depths of the Basilica Cistern, savor the intoxicating smells of the Spice Market or ascend Galata Tower for exquisite views of east and west. Finish the day with your Travel Director and fellow companions for a memorable dinner. Accommodations: Arts Hotel Taksim |
| Day 14 | Istanbul | Farewell Istanbul: Our epic journey into antiquity has come to an end as we bid Istanbul and newfound friends a fond farewell. Accommodations: |
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- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class
