10Days Magic Carpet

Price starting from NZD3805 per person on Twin sharing basis

Istanbul – Gallipoli – Canakkale – Troy – Kusadasi – Pamukkale – Konya – Cappadocia – Ankara – Istanbul

Discover the wonders of Turkey on this fully escorted 10-day tour, starting and ending in Istanbul. Explore iconic sites such as the Gallipoli Battlefields, Troy, Behramkale, and Ephesus, then venture inland to marvel at Pamukkale’s travertines and Cappadocia’s otherworldly landscapes. What makes this journey truly exceptional is the presence of our professional tour guides, with you every step of the way from Day 1 to the final farewell. Expert storytellers and cultural ambassadors, they ensure a seamless, stress-free experience, handling every detail while sharing fascinating insights and personalizing your adventure. Let us take care of the logistics so you can fully immerse yourself in the beauty and history of Turkey.

Itinerary

Day 1

Saturday: Istanbul

Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to your hotel and the remainder of the day is yours, free to explore.

Day 2

Sunday: Istanbul (B)

After breakfast, you enjoy a fully guided tour of the only city to span two continents, visiting the Blue Mosque, St Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace (including Hagia Irene and the Harem) and the Hippodrome. Cruise between two continents on the stretch of water that separates Europe from Asia in the afternoon with an optional 'Half day Bosphorus cruise'.

Day 3

Monday: Istanbul - Gallipoli Battlefields - Canakkale (B/D)

One of the most emotionally touching places in Turkey, today we visit the WWI Battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston's Jolly, original trenches and tunnels.

Day 4

Tuesday: Canakkale – Kusadasi (B/D)

Depart from Çanakkale and head towards Troy, where we will explore the ancient city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the new, award-winning Troy Museum. We continue on to the old village of Behramkale, a picturesque settlement with stone houses and narrow streets that offer a glimpse into traditional Turkish village life. You will have time to explore the village, take in the beautiful scenery, and perhaps enjoy a cup of Turkish tea or coffee at a local café. From Behramkale, we head south to Kuşadası.

Day 5

Wednesday: Kusadasi (B/D)

Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before exploring the Ephesus Archaeology Museum, which houses an impressive collection of artifacts from the region. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey, and at the carpet village, we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value.

Day 6

Thursday: Kusadasi – Pamukkale (B/D)

This morning we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.

Day 7

Friday: Pamukkale – Konya - Cappadocia (B/D)

Today we travel the ancient Silk Road visiting Sultanhani Caravansary and the Mevlana museum in Konya along the way. Tonight, don't miss the optional traditional Turkish folklore evening!

 

Day 8

Saturday: Cappadocia (B/D)

Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia today as we visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys and explore the many levels of an underground city.

Day 9

Sunday: Cappadocia – Ankara – Istanbul (B)

Early morning departure to the nation's capital, Ankara where we visit Anitkabir, mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, before returning to Istanbul.

Day 10

Monday: Istanbul (B)

After breakfast our tour concludes, and we say goodbye to our new friends and are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

 

Includes: 9 nights’ accommodation, meals, transfers & tours in airconditioned vehicles, English speaking guide, monuments entrances

Starts every Saturday in 2025 & 2026;  Small group tour is operated by Fez Travel Turkey

Cost above is indicative, based on Low Season in NZ Dollars and subject to change due to fluctuation in exchange rates. Please read T&C before booking. Call 09 410 5060 or 0508 EXOTIC (0508 396 842) or email info@exoticholidays.co.nz for more information.