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This 4-day private tour begins in Izmir and travels across western Turkey to Pamukkale, Ephesus, Troy, and Gallipoli, ending in Istanbul. After an airport meet and greet, you settle into Kusadasi, then spend the following days with a licensed guide at each major site.
Walk the white travertine terraces and Hierapolis ruins at Pamukkale, see the Great Theater and the House of the Virgin Mary at Ephesus, then trace the city walls of Troy and the World War I memorials around ANZAC Cove. Hotel stays, transfers, and several meals are included along the route.
Arrive at any time. Upon your arrival in Izmir, you will be met with our company representative in the arrivals area of the airport who will be holding a signboard with your name on it. After meet and greet, you will then be transferred from the airport to your hotel in Kusadasi.
After hotel check-in, the rest of the day is at leisure on your own.
After breakfast at around 7:30 am, you will be picked up from your Kusadasi hotel and taken to the meeting point in Selcuk, where the full group will gather. Your Pamukkale tour will begin with an 8:30 am departure from Selcuk, and the drive to Pamukkale will take approximately 3 hours. Along the way, there will be a 10-minute stop for a restroom break after 1.5 hours. Upon arriving in Pamukkale at around 11:45 am, you will first enjoy lunch. After lunch, at approximately 1:00 pm, your guided tour of Pamukkale and the Hierapolisarea will commence, led by a professional licensed tour guide. In Pamukkale, you will witness the breathtaking Cotton Cliffs, a natural wonder formed by calcareous salt deposits. You will also explore the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis, including its basilica, theatre, and Roman Baths. At the end of the guided tour, you will have some free time to explore on your own. As an optional activity, you may choose to swim in the Pamukkale Antique Pools (at your own expense) during this free time. Your tour guide will provide details about the exact meeting point and time.
At the end of the tour, around 4:00 pm, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kusadasi, arriving at approximately 7:30 pm.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will check out and be picked up around 8:30 am to begin your full-day tour of Ephesus, the ancient Greek city that became a significant center of its time. You’ll visit key highlights, including the Temple of Hadrian, the Great Theater, and the Trajan Fountain. After lunch, you’ll visit the House of the Virgin Mary, where it is believed she spent her final years. You will also pass by the remnants of the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, though only a few traces remain today. Next, you’ll visit the beautiful Isa Bey Mosque, a stunning example of Seljuk architecture.
After your Ephesus tour, you will be driven back to Kusadasi, where you will board a public bus to Canakkale at approximately 6:30 pm. You will arrive in Canakkale around 12:30 am, with two scheduled breaks along the way for personal needs. Upon arrival at the Canakkale bus station, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel to check in.
After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel in Canakkale and be picked up around 8:30 am. The day begins with the Troy Tour, where you’ll visit key historical sites including the iconic Trojan Horse, the Sacrificial Altars, 3700-year-old city walls, Houses of Troy I, the Bouleuterion (Senate Building), and the Odeon (Concert Hall). You will also explore the ruins from Troy I through Troy IX. After concluding the Troy Tour around 11:30 am, you will be transferred to Eceabat, where you’ll have some free time before lunch at a local restaurant. Following lunch, the Gallipoli Tour will begin. This portion of the day includes visits to important World War I sites such as Brighton Beach, Beach Cemetery at ANZAC Cove, the Respect to Mehmetcik Statue, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Johnston’s Jolly (featuring original Allied and Turkish trenches), The Nek, Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial, and the Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery.
At the end of the tour around 4:30 pm, we’ll drive back to Eceabat, with departure for Istanbul around 6:00 pm. Expect to arrive at your hotel in Istanbul around 11:00 pm. END OF OUR SERVICE AND TOURS.
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Booking your 4-Day Pamukkale, Ephesus, Troy and Gallipoli Tour is quick and easy through our secure online booking form on our website. Simply select your preferred start date, enter your details, and submit your request. You will receive instant confirmation by email once your reservation is processed.
We accept all major credit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, and American Express, through our secure online payment gateway. For your convenience, you may choose to pay a deposit to confirm your spot, with the remaining balance settled before the tour begins. All transactions are encrypted to keep your information safe.
You will receive an instant confirmation email as soon as your booking is completed. Your final travel voucher, including detailed meeting and pick-up information for your Izmir airport arrival, will be sent to you 24 to 48 hours before the tour starts. If you have any questions in the meantime, our team is always happy to help.
Yes! After your guided tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis on Day 2, you'll have some free time during which you can choose to swim in the famous Pamukkale Antique Pools, also known as Cleopatra's Pool. Please note this is an optional activity at your own expense, and your guide will let you know the exact meeting point and time. Don't forget to bring your swimsuit and towel if you'd like to take a dip.
On Day 3 you'll visit the beautiful Isa Bey Mosque and the House of the Virgin Mary, so modest dress is recommended out of respect. We suggest covering your shoulders and knees, and ladies should carry a scarf to cover their head when entering the mosque. Comfortable walking shoes are also a great idea, as the ancient sites of Ephesus, Pamukkale, Troy and Gallipoli involve plenty of walking on uneven ground.
This tour involves some scenic but lengthy drives. On Day 2 the drive from Selcuk to Pamukkale takes around 3 hours each way, with a restroom stop along the route. On Day 3 you'll travel by public bus from Kusadasi to Canakkale (about 6 hours, arriving around 12:30 am), and on Day 4 the journey from Eceabat to Istanbul takes roughly 5 hours, arriving around 11:00 pm. Comfortable clothing and a little patience make these transfers very enjoyable.
In Kusadasi you'll spend two nights at the Efe Boutique Hotel, Neopol Hotel Deluxe, Derici Hotel, or a similar standard-quality property, all including breakfast. In Canakkale you'll stay one night at the Grand Anzac Hotel, Helen Hotel, Akol Hotel, or similar. Final hotel assignments are confirmed before your departure, and all listed options offer comfortable accommodation conveniently located for your tours.
Yes, the tour includes breakfast on each day plus lunch on Days 2, 3, and 4, along with all entrance fees to the sites mentioned in the itinerary such as Hierapolis, Ephesus, Troy and the Gallipoli memorials. Your English-speaking licensed guide, all transfers, and the bus tickets are also included. Please note that drinks with meals (except those served at breakfast), tips, and personal expenses are not included.
Yes, Turkey is a very popular and welcoming destination that hosts millions of visitors each year, and the regions covered on this tour — Kusadasi, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Canakkale and Istanbul — are well established on the tourist trail. As a licensed agency operating since 2007, we work with professional guides and trusted hotels to ensure your comfort and safety throughout. As always, we recommend using common sense and keeping your valuables secure, just as you would anywhere.
Many nationalities can enter Turkey visa-free or with a simple e-Visa, which can be obtained quickly online before your trip. Requirements depend on your nationality, so we recommend checking the official Turkish e-Visa website or your local consulate before traveling. Please ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your travel dates.
This tour runs year-round, but spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) are ideal, offering pleasant temperatures for exploring Pamukkale's terraces and the open-air ruins of Ephesus, Troy and Gallipoli. Summer can be hot, so bring sun protection and water, while winter is quieter and cooler. Whatever the season, our guides bring these incredible sites to life.
If you need to cancel your tour or change your travel dates, please notify us at least 5 days before the tour start date. As this tour includes domestic flights and bus tickets, which are non-refundable, the cost of these tickets will be deducted from your payment and the remaining balance refunded to you. For cancellations or date changes made less than 5 days before the start date, no refund will be issued and the booking will be treated under our no-show policy.
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