Europe · Türkiye
This circular itinerary begins in the magical city of Istanbul before traversing the iconic landscapes of Anatolia, visiting the capital, Ankara, and the otherworldly geological formations of Cappadocia.
This circular itinerary begins in the magical city of Istanbul before traversing the iconic landscapes of Anatolia, visiting the capital, Ankara, and the otherworldly geological formations of Cappadocia. The route then winds westward to the brilliant white terraces of Pamukkale and the magnificent archaeological sites of the Aegean coast, before returning to the metropolis on the Bosphorus.
The journey balances urban exploration in Istanbul with historical immersions, including the Hittite Museum and Ephesus, one of the Mediterranean's most significant archaeological landmarks, home to the Temple of Hadrian and the Library of Celsus. Deep encounters with Turkish nature are guaranteed by the lunar vistas of the Devrent Valley and the gleaming white travertines of Pamukkale.
The tour features fixed departure dates between March and October, with accommodation in four-star hotels and full board throughout the trip. Internal travel is conducted by motorcoach with the constant assistance of a local Italian-speaking guide, ensuring continuous cultural insight at every stage of the journey.
8 days in the programme
Arrive in Istanbul, one of the most captivating cities in the world Arrive in Istanbul, one of the most captivating cities in the world. Following a shared transfer from the airport to your hotel, the programme includes dinner and your first night in the city.
A full day dedicated to discovering Istanbul, a millennia-old metropolis suspended between two continents A full day dedicated to discovering Istanbul, a millennia-old metropolis suspended between two continents. The stay includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the hotel.
Depart by coach for Ankara (with the option of a domestic flight for a supplement) Depart by coach for Ankara (with the option of a domestic flight for a supplement). In the capital, you will visit the Hittite Museum and the Mausoleum of Atatürk, the central figure of modern Turkey. Continue towards Cappadocia for dinner and an overnight stay.
A day spent immersed in the region's lunar landscapes A day spent immersed in the region's lunar landscapes. Explore the Devrent Valley and the Uçhisar fortresses, which are among the most unique natural and architectural formations in the world. Full board is included.
Transfer to Pamukkale, famous for its fantastic terraces of white travertine shaped by thermal waters Transfer to Pamukkale, famous for its fantastic terraces of white travertine shaped by thermal waters. This spectacular and evocative scenery is among the most photographed sites in the world. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
An intensive day dedicated to visiting the major archaeological site of Ephesus, where you can admire the Temple of Hadrian, the Library of Celsus, and the Great Theatre An intensive day dedicated to visiting the major archaeological site of Ephesus, where you can admire the Temple of Hadrian, the Library of Celsus, and the Great Theatre. After the visit, continue to Izmir for dinner and an overnight stay.
Depart Izmir heading north, passing through Pergamon Depart Izmir heading north, passing through Pergamon. The journey continues back to Istanbul for the final night of the tour. Full board is included.
After breakfast at the hotel, take a shared transfer to the airport for your return flight.
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