The perfect blend of cultural discovery, marvellous wonders and golden beaches. Travel in comfort and style while embracing the vibrant Turkish culture bridging Europe and Asia in all manners. Marvel at grandiose palaces, mosques and bazaars of Istanbul before cruising along the Boshporus. Soak in the impressive ancient wonders of Pergamon & Ephesus and the natural treasures of Pamukkale. Embrace the calm and serenity of recharging beaches of Fethiye. Explore other-worldly Cappadocia and balloon over astounding fairy-chimneys. Indulge in the vast and delicious Turkish cuisine while dining like sultans.
The Asklepion is a famed ancient medical center built in honor of Asclepius, the god of healing. It was also the world's first psychiatric hospital.
The exterior features a beautiful cascade of domes and six minarets and blue Iznik tiles adorn the interior giving the building its unofficial but commonly used name.
A region of exceptional natural and man-made wonders. Take the chance to discover underground cities carved into rock, fairy chimneys and many more...
Fethiye is another ancient city in Turkey as well as known with it's famous beaches and blue water , very popular resort town which attracts millions of visitors annually. It's sky is always full of people paragliding every day.
Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, Anzac Cove, Johnston's Jolly, North Beach, Ari Burnu, Hell Spit, Brighton Beach, Shrapnel Valley, Artillery Raod, Quinn's Road and more…
The Hagia Sophia, among the Seven Wonders of the World, awaits you with all its magnificence. The hundreds of years old structure will fascinate you on sight.
Izmir which was known '' Symrna'' in Ancient Greek times. It was ruled by the many ancient civilizations such as Roman Empire, Persians, and Ottoman Empire. It's located in the west of Turkey and has coast line to the Aegean sea which makes it a great hub for sea tranportation both commercial and touristic reasons.
Home of the world-famous travertines, the cotton castle. You will witness the unusual and beautiful scenery just near the ancient city of Hierapolis, the ancient cure center.
Home of the Sultans, heart of the Ottoman Empire… Roam through the royal palace of the Ottomans and follow their footsteps to see their most valued treasures.
The legendary city where you can outline layers of ruins of cities built on top of each other and visit the famous Trojan horse, awaits you.
Accommodation in hand-picked premium hotels that are truly exceptional in terms of comfort, style, authenticity, amenities, location and service.
Enjoy the comfort of Ciconia’s air-conditioned coach.
Ferry: Ferry across the Dardanelles from Eceabat to Çanakkale Cruise: Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul
When you travel with Ciconia, not only breakfasts, also most dinners are included in your tour programme. Meals provided on this trip is as follows: 14 Breakfasts (B), 12 Dinners (D)
Our expert local Travel Director will ensure a seamless experience. Your ultimate guide, giving the most insightful information and advice to support unforgettable moments turn into life-long memories.
Your Travel Director will guide you through the rich culture and nature of Turkey, visiting most of the incredible highlights.
Entrance fees to all sites visited with your Travel Director are covered by Ciconia, including cultural, historical and natural sights.
Complimentary, private airport transfers are included on arrival and departure dates, as well as when you book pre- or post-tour accommodation through Ciconia.
14 Breakfasts, 12 Dinners
At each hotel, you'll be treated to seamless baggage handling, delivered to your room.
Tips at the hotels and restaurant are included, so you are at ease about carrying foreign currency or fair tipping customs. All taxes and porterage charges at hotels are also covered by Ciconia.
Connect with all your loved-ones with complimentary hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
The Asklepion is a famed ancient medical center built in honor of Asclepius, the god of healing. It was also the world's first psychiatric hospital.
The exterior features a beautiful cascade of domes and six minarets and blue Iznik tiles adorn the interior giving the building its unofficial but commonly used name.
A region of exceptional natural and man-made wonders. Take the chance to discover underground cities carved into rock, fairy chimneys and many more...
Fethiye is another ancient city in Turkey as well as known with it's famous beaches and blue water , very popular resort town which attracts millions of visitors annually. It's sky is always full of people paragliding every day.
Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, Anzac Cove, Johnston's Jolly, North Beach, Ari Burnu, Hell Spit, Brighton Beach, Shrapnel Valley, Artillery Raod, Quinn's Road and more…
The Hagia Sophia, among the Seven Wonders of the World, awaits you with all its magnificence. The hundreds of years old structure will fascinate you on sight.
Izmir which was known '' Symrna'' in Ancient Greek times. It was ruled by the many ancient civilizations such as Roman Empire, Persians, and Ottoman Empire. It's located in the west of Turkey and has coast line to the Aegean sea which makes it a great hub for sea tranportation both commercial and touristic reasons.
Home of the world-famous travertines, the cotton castle. You will witness the unusual and beautiful scenery just near the ancient city of Hierapolis, the ancient cure center.
Home of the Sultans, heart of the Ottoman Empire… Roam through the royal palace of the Ottomans and follow their footsteps to see their most valued treasures.
The legendary city where you can outline layers of ruins of cities built on top of each other and visit the famous Trojan horse, awaits you.
Istanbul: : Visit the Blue Mosque and explore Hagia Sophia. With your Local Expert, gain an insight into the lives of the Ottoman Sultans during a private tour of the fabulous Topkapi Palace. Later, enjoy a relaxing cruise past Ottoman palaces, old mansions and fortresses. Visit the Hippodrome, see the Bosphorous and the Golden Horn. Then you are given a complete guide on how to haggle in the Grand Bazaar.
Gallipoli: Pay your respects at Anzac Cove and Lone Pine Cemetery.
Dardanelles: Enjoy a short voyage between continents from Europe to Asia.
Troy: Visit this ancient sight fabled to have been destroyed over love and view the huge reconstructed Trojan Horse.
Pergamon: Led by your Local Expert, visit Asklepion, one of the most famous shrines and therapeutic centres of the ancient world.
Izmir: Explore this city with your Travel Director.
Selçuk: Visit the Archaeological museum housing many of the artefacts from Ephesus.
Ephesus: Discover one of the world’s finest ancient sites. Led by your Local Expert, walk the Arcadian Way, see the Library of
Celsus and Amphitheatre and visit the House of the Virgin Mary.
Pamukkale: See the cascading Cotton Castle of milky white travertine pools and the ancient ruin of Hierapolis.
Konya: Accompanied by your Local Expert, visit the beautiful Mevlana Tekke museum for an insight into the mystic Whirling
Dervishes. See the Karatay Medrese and Ince Minaret.
Anatolia: Visit a well preserved Seljuk Caravanserai.
Cappadocia: Visit a Turkish Carpet centre.
Göreme: With your Local Expert, explore the underground cities, rock-cut churches, fairy-tale chimneys and the Pasabag Valley.
Avanos: Learn about pottery making.
Ankara: Discover the mysterious Hittite civilisation and visit the Mausoleum of Atatürk.
Scenic Drives: Enjoy the passing scenery as you travel past the Sea of Marmara, Peninusula of Gelibolu, Maeander River Valley
and Urgup.
Knowing that your accommodation may separate a great holiday from a perfect one, we have carefully selected the below 5-Star hotels of comfort and style:
Please view “Hotels” section for more details about the accommodation used on this trip.
Nestled in the heart of Istanbul, amidst picturesque gardens, you’ll find Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus, an iconic hotel w
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Located on 86000 sq mt land, and 42000 sq mt building, Kolin Hotel Çanakkale with its 650 meter coast line, 274 rooms a
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Set in 12.000 m² of landscaped gardens Swissotel Büyük Efes, Izmir is a five-star deluxe hotel located in the heart o
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Spa Hotel Colossae Thermal has been constituted on a decare area, just next to the ancient thermal city Hierapolis ruins
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Rising in the sky with its majestic and modern architecture, Ramada Plaza Konya is the latest 5star and the most modern
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Set in Avanos, in Turkey’s unique and beautiful Cappadocia region, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Avanos Cappadocia is
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Relax and rejuvenate on the scenic shores of the Mediterranean Sea at our Ramada Plaza Antalya hotel. Located near the c
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Nestled in the heart of Istanbul, amidst picturesque gardens, you’ll find Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus, an iconic hotel with a storied past spanning 6 decades. Guest rooms and suites offer modern conveniences and private balconies overlooking the Bosphorus and the Old Town. While you’re here, make use of our full list of resort-style amenities – including indoor/outdoor pools, fabulous dining venues, Turkish baths and spa.
Located on 86000 sq mt land, and 42000 sq mt building, Kolin Hotel Çanakkale with its 650 meter coast line, 274 rooms and 600 bed capacity is hosting its guests as half pension system.Hotel offers gardens overlooking the Strait, trekking courses, soccer, volleyball, basketball and tennis courts, outdoor and indoor (heated) pools, sauna, Turkish bath, Finnish bath, Jacuzzi, fitness center, spa, billiard, table tennis, table soccer and air hockey
Set in 12.000 m² of landscaped gardens Swissotel Büyük Efes, Izmir is a five-star deluxe hotel located in the heart of the city’s commercial hub and overlooking the spectacular Kordon Promenade, on Turkey’s Aegean Sea. The Hotel is within walking distance from the Archaeological Museum, Commercial Centre and Izmir Cultural Park. Adnan Menderes International Airport is less than 10 miles (15 km) and 20 minutes away. Swissotel Büyük Efes has 402 luxury rooms including 55 elegantly decorated suites.At Swissotel Büyük Efes the guests are presented a selection of traditional Turkish and contemporary cuisine in a variety by Café Swiss, Equinox ,Aquarium Mezzes&Grill and Sky Bar.
Spa Hotel Colossae Thermal has been constituted on a decare area, just next to the ancient thermal city Hierapolis ruins and travertine of Pamukkale which reminds a pile of cotton. It is the first 5 stars Thermal Hotel of Denizli. Its name comes from COLOSSAE ancient city, which is one of the most important settlements of Phrygia. Our hotel is just located nearby travertine’s of Pamukkale and heritages of Hierapolis ancient city. Colossae regards precedence of its guests as its own. It carries on furnishing services beyond expectations with its well educated and experienced staffs. Without making a concession to its values embraced, Colossae takes pride in continuing on the way with its organizational structure that may be accepted as a reference.
Rising in the sky with its majestic and modern architecture, Ramada Plaza Konya is the latest 5star and the most modern hotel, in Konya, the capital of the Seljuks. Ramada Plaza Konya with its amazing design and the smiling personal, as in service and structure besides meeting most of the demands expected from a 5star luxurious hotel, serves for a total of 255 rooms including king rooms and suites. With its comfy spacious rooms, meeting saloons designed with the latest technology, the Saja Restaurant & Bar presenting creative tastes prepared in turkish and international cuisine, with a capacity of 300 guests the Kapari Restaurant and the Lounge Bar, Ramada Plaza Konya turns your business meetings into a piece of art.
Set in Avanos, in Turkey’s unique and beautiful Cappadocia region, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Avanos Cappadocia is the perfect hotel for travelers who wish to experience the culture and heritage of the local area, which includes two UNESCO World Heritage sites and countless natural wonders. All guest rooms at this Avanos hotel are spacious and bright, with contemporary furnishings. Stay connected with complimentary high-speed internet access and a flexible work desk, or relax with the 32-inch plasma screen TV.
Relax and rejuvenate on the scenic shores of the Mediterranean Sea at our Ramada Plaza Antalya hotel. Located near the city center and offer a perfect escape from the everyday. Its spacious guest rooms are designed with your comfort in mind, with thoughtful amenities and breathtaking views, all to enhance your stay.
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