Overview:

In ancient times, Turkey was a major player in the Mediterranean. It's in vogue once again, but this time it's the historic sites, natural wonders and value for money that draw in the crowds.

Countries Visited

Turkey

An expert Insight Tour Director, at the pinnacle of their career, will guide you on your journey. Serving as your 'travelling concierge', this skilled guide will act as consummate organiser and be your 'friend in a foreign land'.

Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight's luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom. It's business class comfort.

A personal radio headset gives you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating insights and commentaries.

Baggage handling everywhere, with seamless and prompt delivery to your door at every hotel.

Hotel and restaurant tips included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. Plus we include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.

Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi.

Insight Flourishes - from time to time, your Tour Director will enchant you with local tidbits, each representing authentic food or beverages unique to the destination.

Included airport transfers at scheduled times on arrival and departure days.

Istanbul: Visit the Hippodrome and a complete guide on how to haggle in the Grand Bazaar!.
Bursa: Hunt for bargains in the bazaar and silk markets.
Cumalikizik: Explore the narrow streets and wooden houses.
Gordion: See the site of what is believed to be the Tomb of Phrygian King Midas.
Anatolia: Visit a 13th century Caravanserai.
Konya: See the Karatay Medrese and Ince Minaret.
Antalya: Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town.
Pamukkale: Visit the Temple of Aphrodite at Aphrodisias.
Troy: See the ruins and reconstructed wooden horse.
Cappadocia: A dinner followed by a spectacular 'Sema' performance of Whirling Dervishes at a 13th century Seljuk Caravanserai.
Istanbul: Toast the culmination of your tour with a lively Celebration Dinner at a popular local restaurant.
14 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 9 three-course table d'hôte Dinners (D); 1 Welcome Dinner (WD), 1 Signature Evening (SE) and 1 Celebration Dinner (CD) all with wine, plus tea or coffee.
Istanbul: Enjoy a relaxing cruise on the Bosphorus, past Ottoman palaces, old mansions and fortresses. With a Local Expert visit the Blue Mosque and St. Sophia museum and gain an insight into the lives of the Ottoman sultans at the fabulous Topkapi Palace.
Bursa: Visit the Grand Mosque, the glorious Green Mosque and mausoleum.
Ankara: Discover the mysterious Hittite civilisation and visit the mausoleum of Atatürk.
Göreme: Explore underground cities, rock cut churches and fairytale chimneys and the Pasabag Valley. In Cappadocia, visit a local home to experience Turkish hospitality.
Konya: Visit the beautiful Mevlana museum for an insight into the mystic Whirling Dervishes.
Antalya: Visit the world's best preserved Roman Theatre in Aspendos.
Pamukkale: See the cascading ‘Cotton Castle' of milky white travertine pools.
Ephesus: Tour one of the world's finest ancient sites, visit the House of the Virgin Mary and Archaeological Museum.
Pergamon: Visit Asklepion, one of the most famous shrines and therapeutic centres in the ancient world.
Gallipoli: Pay your respects at Anzac Cove and Lone Pine Cemetery.
Istanbul: The perfectly located Mövenpick Hotel offers a wide range of superb amenities.
Bursa: The Çelik Palace, has been renovated in a manner faithful to the original. The result of the renovation is a glorious building with unharmed historical texture, combining technology and human genius. Çelik Palace Hotel was designed for contemporary needs, and it is still one of the leaders of the Tourism Sector in Turkey.
Ankara: At the HiltonSA, take a dip in the indoor pool or workout in the gym, unwind in the jacuzzi or Turkish hammam. Enjoy local and international cuisine in the Greenhouse Restaurant.
Cappadocia: The Doubletree by Hilton Avanos is set in Turkey's unique and beautiful Cappadocia region. All guest rooms are spacious and bright, with contemporary furnishings.
Konya: Facilities at the Dedeman include a health and spa centre with indoor swimming pool, tennis courts, Turkish bath, jacuzzi and massage area.
Antalya: The Rixos Downtown hotel is located by the Konyaalti Beach and close to the city centre. It offers a wide range of amenities and facilities.
Pamukkale: The Doga Thermal Health & Spa has a full-service spa, hot springs, and a health club. This spa hotel offers a restaurant, a poolside bar and a lounge bar.
Kusadasi: At the Charisma Hotel, enjoy stunning views over the Aegean sea. Facilities include a Turkish bath, sauna, indoor pool, fitness and massage centre.
Izmir: Set in beautiful landscaped gardens, the Swissôtel Grand Efes overlooks the spectacular Kordon promenade. The rooms are well appointed with views over Izmir and the sea.
Çanakkale: The Kolin is a modern hotel situated near to the city centre overlooking the sea. Hotel facilities include a fitness centre, Turkish bath, sauna, jacuzzis and pools.