The Crescent Discovery group tour starts off in Istanbul and flies to to the heart of Turkey to Cappadocia to explore some of its most fascinating landscapes. The trip then heads east back to the coastline with various stops at the most unique must-see sites including the ruins at Ephesus, Goreme, the hot springs at Pamukkale, Pergamum and Canakkale. Also included in this tour is a domestic flight.
Tour Includes
Accommodation in select hotels as per itinerary
All arrival and departure transfers
All hotel taxes and service charges
Arrival and departure transfers
Domestic Flights
Tour Does Not Include
All personal expenses at hotels
Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program
Gratuities of any type
International flights
Hotel Package :
Day
1
Istanbul Arrival
Location:
Istanbul, Turkey
Meeting Time
Meeting Location
Description:
Welcome to Istanbul, Turkey's largest city! Your driver will be waiting for you in the arrival area hall of the airport terminal, and will take you to your hotel. Upon checking in, you will have a welcome meeting with your fellow travelers.
Overnight at select hotel.
Day
2
Istanbul Full Day Sightseeing Tour
B
Location:
Istanbul, Turkey
Description:
Following breakfast at your hotel, you will visit the city walls of Constantinople and Topkapi Palace. Other visits include Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. The day will conclude with a visit to the Grand Bazaar.
Overnight at select hotel.
Day
3
Istanbul - Cappadocia
B D
Location:
Istanbul, Turkey
Cappadocia, Turkey
Canada, Canada
Description:
Following breakfast you will be transferred to your hotel for a short flight to Cappadocia. There will be a meet and greet and you will be taken to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.
Overnight at select Cappadocia hotel.
Day
4
Cappadocia Sightseeing.
B D
Location:
Cappadocia, Turkey
Description:
This morning after breakfast you will explore the lunar landscape of Cappadocia with a visit to Monks Valley and have a chance to visit a pottery workshop. Included is a chance to see the Goreme Open Air Museum and then the day concludes with a visit to the Kaymakli or Ozkonak Underground city and Pigeon Valley.
Overnight at Cappadocia select hotel.
Day
5
Cappadocia - Konya - Pamukkale
B D
Location:
Cappadocia, Turkey
Konya, Turkey
Pamukkale, Turkey
Description:
After breakfast you will be driven to the capital of the Selcuk Empire and en route we will visit the Sultanhani Caravanserai. Upon arrival in Konya there will be a visit to the Mevlana Museum for an unforgettable experience with the Whirling Dervish sect.
Overnight at your select Pamukkale hotel.
Day
6
Pamukkale - Kusadasi
B D
Location:
Pamukkale, Turkey
Kusadasi, Turkey
Description:
Following breakfast, you will explore the Hierapolis, the ancient city and one of the greatest sites in Anatolia. Then you can enjoy the the hot spring waters on the snow white terraced ponds of Pamukkale. Tonight there will also be a chance to see a traditional village street market.
Overnight at select Kusadasi hotel.
Day
7
Kusadasi - Ephesus
B D
Location:
Kusadasi, Turkey
Description:
After breakfast at your hotel, you will explore the ancient city of Ephesus which may be the greatest site of all the sites in Asia Minor. Included in the tour is the Library of Celsus, the Marble Street and the Great Theatre with its 24,000 seats. Another highlight will be the House of St. Mary and the Greek village of Sirince.
Overnight at select Kusadasi hotel.
Day
8
Kusadasi - Pergamum - Canakkale
B D
Location:
Kusadasi, Turkey
Pergamum, Turkey
Canakkale, Turkey
Description:
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and prepare to be driven to Bergama also known as Pergamum. While there, you will visit the Asclepion. On the way to Canakkale, we will stop at an old olive oil factory & museum. Highlights today include Troy, the ancient city with its famed Trojan Horse.
Overnight at select Canakkale hotel.
Day
9
Canakkale - Istanbul
B D
Location:
Canakkale, Turkey
Istanbul, Turkey
Description:
Following breakfast, you will embark on a ferry to cross the famous Dardanelles. Visits today include the World War I memorials at Gallipoli, Anzac Cove, and Lone Pine Cemetery before continuing on to Istanbul.
Overnight at select hotel.
Day
10
Istanbul Departure
B
Location:
Istanbul, Turkey
Description:
This morning enjoy your breakfast prior to check out of your hotel. A driver will greet you in the lobby of the hotel and proceed to take you to the airport for your departure. End of Services.
Superior Class
Istanbul
Wyndham Istanbul Old City Hotel
Rating :
5 Star Luxury
Nestled in the heart of Istanbul’s celebrated Old City in a majestically restored historic building that illuminates the beauty of Ottoman architecture, the Wyndham Istanbul Old City Hotel offers travelers an unparalleled upscale experience within walking distance of many of Istanbul's major sites.
Ramada Cappadocia is located in the heart of Cappadocia's extraordinary history and natural beauties. The hotel provides every comfort to make you feel at home. We have 211 furnished and well designed rooms with Cappadocia's unique natural beauty and views of Mount Erciyes.
Featuring thermal pools, an outdoor swimming pool, and a spa center, the Colossae Thermal Spa Hotel is the perfect escape for guests wanting a relaxing, peaceful stay near the beautiful region of Pamukkale.
Enjoy a relaxing stay at the Le Bleu Hotel & Spa located right on the water with amazing views and endless opportunities for fun and relaxation in Kusadasi with a range of sports and water activities as well as spa facilities for guests to enjoy.
Located in Canakkale with views of the famous Dardanelles, the Hotel Kolin Canakkale is a luxury hotel offering guests spectacular service and endless options for dining, entertainment, and relaxation.
Please contact us today by either phone or email for pricing and we will be happy to assist you in achieving the best possible pricing for this package!
Escorted Multi-Day Tours 
