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Turkish Delight

Experience
Tour
Destination
Turkey
Duration
11 days
Ages
18 to 35
Operated by
Contiki

$2,395

Overview

Welcome to Turkey, a diverse cultural mecca where relics of the ancient world blend seamlessly with lively local markets and palm-fringed promenades. In 11 days you'll visit the UNESCO-listed city of Troy and underground city complexes at Cappadocia, tick off one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World at Ephesus, visit a local village for traditional crafts & afternoon tea, have the chance to bathe in healing mineral waters at Pamukkale, and bring back a suitcase full of Turkish treasures.

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Dining Summary

7 Dinner (D)

Dining Summary

10 Breakfast (B)

Dining Summary

1 Lunch (L)

Included Experience

Istanbul: Get on foot, and explore the vibrant corners of Istanbul. We'll check out the spice market, the epic blue mosque, Hippodrome, and even the Grand Bazaar.

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Gallipoli: See the infamous site of the ANZAC troop landings at the battle of Gallipoli in WWI.

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Gallipoli: Brush up on your history knowledge with a visit to WWI battle sites: Lone Pine Cemetery and Chunuk Bair Gallipoli

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Izmir: Magnificent mosques meet palm-lined beach resorts at this glitzy Turkish port city. It’s also the birthplace of Homer (the Greek poet; not the doughnut-eating Simpson).

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Ephesus: Grab your camera, it’s time for some bucket list ticking. See the Temple of Artemis and finally understand what all the fuss is about.

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Cappadocia: Take a trip to the Middle Ages, checking out a series of churches built into volcanic rock. Trust us when we say, it's simply sublime.

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Cappadocia: Stay at this special hotel, carved out of 19th century rocks in Cappadocia.

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Cappadocia: You'll have to see it to believe it... but luckily for you, you're about to! (Just mind your head...)

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Cappadocia: Take a scenic walk from Uchisar through the legendary Fairy Chimney Valley for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience like no other. Hidden in the heart of Cappadocia, you’ll visit a family home that’s been passed down for generations (complete with homemade Turkish tea, sweet local treats, and a peek into the wind-carved cave rooms locals actually live in). Grab a few handmade souvenirs, soak up the charm, and wander back through the valley ready for whatever Turkish magic comes next.

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Cappadocia: And Pasa Baglari too! Cameras at the ready, folks. We've got more marvellous rock-formations-turned-buildings in store for you here.

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Itinerary Teaser

The countdown is finally over, global roamers! We're here in Istanbul and all geared up to uncover fabulous Turkey. No better way to kickstart this journey than a delightful Turkish dinner, after which you'll have some free time to explore this wonderful city on your own.

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Day 1

Start Istanbul

The countdown is finally over, global roamers! We're here in Istanbul and all geared up to uncover fabulous Turkey. No better way to kickstart this journey than a...

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Day 2

Istanbul

20,000 hand painted tiles fill the stunning Blue Mosque; millions of trinkets line the kilometres of the Grand Bazaar; and over 1,500 years of history sit within the walls...

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Day 3

Istanbul to Canakkale via Troy and Gallipoli

Out of exotic Istanbul we make our way to Canakkale, taking a sobering stop at the World War I site of Gallipoli. Visiting...

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Day 4

Canakkale to Izmir via Pergamum

A big day sits ahead of us. Down as much breakfast as you can before we jump on the road in search of adventure. ...

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Day 5

Izmir to Pamukkale

Cruising out of Izmir after breakfast, we're heading out to marvel at what will probably be one of the most breathtakingly beautiful natural landscapes you have ever...

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Day 6

Pamukkale to Konya

Ready for more magic today? On the agenda is a visit to Hierapolis, one of the antique cities of the Aegean, where you'll have the chance to...

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Day 7

Konya to Cappadocia

Waving goodbye to Konya this morning, we have our sights set on another UNESCO World Heritage site, Cappadocia. Here in Cappadocia we'll visit the Goreme...

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Day 8

Cappadocia

Yesterday might have been a hard act to follow, but with a visit to an underground city and a trip to a local village on the agenda today we...

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Day 9

Cappadocia to Ankara

We have Ankara in our sights today, but we're not quite done with Cappadocia yet. Departing after breakfast we'll first stop at the Zelve Open Air Museum,...

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Day 10

Ankara to Istanbul

Ankara, it's been short but sweet. Today we're returning to Istanbul, with a chance to visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilisations and a stop for lunch on...

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Day 11

End Istanbul

This morning, our Turkish Delight ends where it began in Istanbul. It's time to say fond farewells, but we'll always have our photos and memories of this incredible...

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