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Essential Turkey combines history and culture, man-made wonders and natural phenomena, as well as a vibrant and welcoming tradition. Begin your trip roaming the palaces, bazaars and mosques of Istanbul before journeying into the bizzare as you explore otherwordly Cappadocia and impressive ancient wonders of Pergamum and Ephesus before exploring the natural treasures of Pamukkale.

Essential Turkey

Day 1 Istanbul

IstanbulAt the terminal keep your eyes open for the Travel Talk sign, as we pick you up from the airport and take you to our Istanbul hotel. Gather round in the hotel lobby at 6:00pm as we meet both the other tour members and the guide. Listen up for a fast and informal meeting with the leader including registration and a short brief about the adventures ahead and some country info.

Day 2 Istanbul

After breakfast we begin to experience the magnificence of Istanbul. We stroll through the old town visiting Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, majestic Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia Museum.

Day 3 Gallipoli

Today we depart Istanbul for the shores of Gallipoli. We visit all the important memorial sites in the region including the Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Chunuk Bair and Lone Pine.

Day 4 Troy, Pergamum, Selcuk

After breakfast we head to the ancient city of Troy, the setting of Homer's epic, Iliad, involving a giant wooden horse. We then continue to Pergamum, and the remains of the Asklepion. In the evening we arrive in Selçuk.

Day 5 Ephesus, Pamukkale

The best preserved ancient town in Turkey, Ephesus, will be our first stop. In the afternoon we depart for Pamukkale and visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, which was the cure centre founded in around 160 BC by the king of Pergamum. Our day continues as we take in the unusual and beautiful landscape of the “Cotton Castle”.

Day 6 Pamukkale, Cappadocia

Today we depart for Cappadocia where we visit the world famous Underground City. A region of exceptional natural and man-made wonders, characterized by fairy chimneys and unique historical and cultural heritage. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

Day 7 Cappadocia

After breakfast we begin exploring all the important sights in Cappadocia including the Goreme Open Air Museum, Cavusin, Uchisar, Pigeon Valley. Ending in a visit to local handicraft manufacturers and learn about traditional art.

Day 8 Cappadocia, Ihlara, Istanbul

This morning we visit the dramatically beautiful Ihlara Valley before departing for Istanbul where we arrive late in the evening.

Day 9 Istanbul

Our trip will end after we say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast, bid you safe travels, and check-out of the hotel (11:00am)


Sights Visited

  • İstanbul including Hagia Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome
  • Gallipoli including Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, Anzac Cove, Kabatepe Museum
  • Troy and the ancient ruins
  • Pergamum Asklepion
  • Ancient city of Ephesus
  • Pamukkale and the thermal pools
  • Hierapolis
  • Cappadocia including Goreme Open Air Museum, Uchisar, Cavusin
  • Underground City, Kervansaray, Ihlara Valley

Tour Map


easter-2012Nicola Gash - AustraliaI am so impressed by the professionalism of the trip. We were given a brilliant insight into the cultural, political and historical activities involving Turkey. I’ve developed such a strong appreciation for the country and I’m so glad I’ve booked my Greek Island holiday with Travel Talk. A fantastic experience2010-5-31Tour: Essential Turkey5
easter-2012Stacey Harvie - New ZealandVery imprsssed with the standard of hotels.Extremely impressed with both the tour guide & bus driver.Driver still got involved and had a laugh & joke with us on the tour.He did an ecellent job of driving the bus who always presented very well.The tour guide for this trip is the best tour guide.I’ve had on any trip I’ve been on.He was able to pass on a wealth of instutation about Turkey in general.I was particularly impressed that he has enctusive knowledge of Kiiwi & Aussie culture & was able to relate to everyone on the trip.I would definelty recommend Barish’s tours to others.2011-9-15Tour: Essential Turkey5
easter-2012Alex Myall - New ZealandAbsolutely loved the tour and Sam was a brilliant guide. Much better organisation than our T.Talk Turkey because we had free time included in this tour which I highly value – Pool relaxation time much appreciated!Travel Talk is absolutely brilliant!2010-6-10Tour: Essential Turkey5
easter-2012Andreia Banhe - BrazilTURKEY The tour was more than I was expected.Surprised me as it was my first tour with Travel Talk.The price was good in comparison to other companies such as on the go and the service was as good as on the go.Baris out tour guide was brilliant and the driver Mehmet was very good and friendly.I really ejoyed it.2010-2-19Tour: Essential Turkey5
easter-2012Lİp Yee Fong - MalaysiaESSENTIAL TURKEYIt was a great experience! Thanks to the tour guide. His knowledge about the country and passion on his work and country made the journey a fantastic one!2008-11-29Tour: Essential Turkey5

General Info

Tour Code:T1
Duration:9 Days
Starts In:Istanbul
Ends In:Istanbul
Departs On:Saturdays
Group Size:Avg. 25-30 People
Hotels Rating:5-4 Star

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