Get ready for an amazing Anatolian Legacy 7 day Turkey Tour, full of history, culture and natural beauty.. This expertly curated itinerary takes you from the iconic mosques and palaces of Istanbul to the legendary WWI battlefields of Gallipoli, the mythic ruins of Troy, and the ancient wonders of Ephesus and Pergamon. Discover the white travertine terraces of Pamukkale and the Roman city of Hierapolis before returning to vibrant Istanbul.
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, nature lover, or a first time visitor, this Turkey 7 day trip offers a rich, immersive experience through the country’s most treasured landmarks accompanied by professional guides, domestic transfers, and carefully selected hotels.
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be greeted by your driver and transferred to your hotel (check-in available after 2 PM).
Optional Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Entertainment
We will pick you up around 7:30 PM for an unforgettable evening on the Bosphorus. Enjoy a delicious Turkish dinner onboard while watching cultural performances such as folk dances, belly dancing, and live music. The cruise ends around midnight, followed by a transfer back to your hotel.
MEAL: None
Overnight in Istanbul
Today’s walking tour takes you to Istanbul’s most iconic landmarks. Explore Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Hippodrome. Learn about the city’s layered history spanning Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.
MEAL: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight in Istanbul
You’ll be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul between 06:30–07:00 AM for a scenic drive to Gallipoli, one of WWI’s most significant battlefields. Visit memorials and cemeteries including Brighton Beach, ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, and the Turkish 57th Regiment Memorial. After lunch, cross the Dardanelles by ferry to Canakkale, check into your hotel, and enjoy the evening at leisure.
MEAL: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight in Canakkale
After breakfast, begin your day at the legendary ruins of Troy, where you’ll explore the ancient walls, city gates, and the iconic Trojan Horse replica. Continue south to Pergamum, once home to a grand library and the monumental Altar of Zeus. Explore the acropolis and ancient theater, then travel onward to Kusadasi for overnight accommodation.
MEAL: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight in Kusadasi
After breakfast, your guide will pick you up around 07:30–08:00 AM. Travel inland to Pamukkale, where you’ll walk barefoot across the white travertine terraces formed by natural hot springs. Then tour the adjacent city of Hierapolis, known for its well-preserved theater, necropolis, and ancient baths.
You’ll also have the chance to swim in the famous Cleopatra Pool, a warm, mineral-rich spring (optional, entrance extra). After lunch, transfer to hotel in Kusadasi
MEAL:Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight in Kusadasi
After breakfast, join your guide for a full-day Ephesus tour. Start with the Temple of Artemis, then walk through the impressive ruins of Ephesus, including the Celsus Library, Hadrian’s Temple, Grand Theater, and Roman baths. After lunch, visit the peaceful House of the Virgin Mary, a sacred Christian pilgrimage site.
At the end of the tour, transfer to Izmir Airport for your return flight to Kayseri, where your driver will meet you and transfer you back to your hotel.
MEAL: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight in Cappadocia
After breakfast, our tour concludes. We will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Istanbul, where you can catch your international flight.
Meal: Breakfast
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