Turkish Delight (QT)

14 days from Istanbul to Istanbul

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Conquer your bucket list to walk in the footsteps of ancient Greeks, Romans, Crusaders, Ottomans and the Turks themselves. Begin your escorted tour of Turkey in the historic city of Istanbul. Soak in the history and diverse cultures along its tree-lined boulevards, and in its cafés, and sophisticated eateries. Continue your Turkish vacation with indelible sights and historic Byzantine monuments that evoke an era of innovation. Discover rock-carved chapels, fortifications, and monasteries from Ozkonak and Goreme to the stories of the Silk Road in Sultanhani. Feel your head spin with a visit to the Mevlana Monastery Museum where 13th-century Whirling Dervishes were founded by the mystic Persian poet Rumi. Hear the tales of Troy where Trojans marched, and a magnificent wooden horse remains a legend worldwide. And take in the countless natural wonders of Turkey with dramatic landscapes, breathtaking views, rose-hued rock formations, and the serene, pristine beaches of the “turquoise coast” on the Turkish Riviera. Raise a cup of Turkish coffee, soak in the Mediterranean Sea, and toast your timeless vacation in Turkey!

Small-Group Discovery Dates Available

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

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Meals & Itinerary

13 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 8 Dinner

Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN ISTANBUL, TURKEY

Welcome to Istanbul! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner.

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Dinner

Day 2 ISTANBUL

East meets West ISTANBUL A full day guided sightseeing includes visits to the Roman Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and visit the underground Basilica Cistern.

LOCAL FAVORITE
HISTORIC SPOT The Basilica Cistern, also known locally as “the sunken palace,” is the underground cistern built during the Byzantine Empire to supply water to parts of the then city of Constantinople. An incredible structure with 336 pillars holding up a magnificent vaulted ceiling over an artificial freshwater lake. It can be classed as an early example of recycling as the builders made use of stone structures from earlier temples – one of the most famous “recycled stones”, that can still be seen, is the upside down head of Medusa.

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Day 3 ISTANBUL–ANKARA

Heart of Turkey ISTANBUL Visit the Grand Bazaar. Enjoy a traditional Turkish coffee experience at an historical coffee roaster.
ANKARA Visit the Mausoleum of Ataturk.
277 mi / 445 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITIONS Founded by the Greeks as Byzantium more than 2,500 years ago, and finally called Istanbul after the Ottoman conquest in the 15th century, the city on the Bosporus remains one of the most exciting places in the world. Its strategic location as a gateway between Orient and Occident, the Islamic and the Christian worlds, and the Black Sea and the Mediterranean predestined it for a turbulent yet exciting history.

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Day 4 ANKARA–OZKONAK–CAPPADOCIA

Going Underground ANKARA Visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilisations
OZKONAK Guided visit of the underground city.
CAPPADOCIA Free-time this evening.
217 mi / 350 km

LOCAL FAVORITE
ARCHITECTURAL FEATS In 1972 a local farmer was curious as to why the excess crop water disappeared so fast - it was the start of the discovery of Ozkonak underground city. Carved into the volcanic rock around the 4th century BC, this city was formed of 10 levels and built to protect about 60 000 people from religious persecution and war. To ensure they could all survive for up to 3 months the city had its own ventilation system, water supply and moving stone doors with a hot oil defence system. Any attackers trying to enter the city would be stopped in their tracks by the hot oil being poured over their heads!

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Day 5 CAPPADOCIA: EXCURSION TO GOREME, PIGEON VALLEY & RED VALLEY

Rock of Ages GOREME Visit the open-air museum to see the rock-cut chapels and monasteries.
PASABAG VALLEY See the earth pillars in the middle of a vineyard.
PIGEON VALLEY Enjoy views of this distinctive landscape.
RED VALLEY Admire the beautiful valley with its rose-hued rock. Later stop to take photos of Uchisar Castle.
16 mi / 25 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDER Set on a high dry plateau in Central Turkey, the surreal landscape of Cappadocia looks like it comes straight from a Hollywood sci fi movie. Instead lava, volcanic ash and natural erosion caused by wind and rain have been forming it for millions of years - sculpting the famous fairy chimneys, the pigeon houses, the tabletop mountains and the badlands with the weaving rock formations.

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Day 6 CAPPADOCIA–SULTANHANI–KONYA

The Silk Road SULTANHANI Visit the Caravanserai, an historic stopover on the Silk Road.
KONYA Visit Karatay Medrese and Mevlana Monastery of the Dervishes which is now a museum.
149 mi / 240 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
MUSIC & MEDITATION Originating from Sufis, a mystical branch of Islam, Whirling Dervishes date back to the 13th century when they were founded by the mystic Persian poet Rumi, the Mevlana Monastery Museum was one of their original lodges. Instantly recognisable in their white gowns, they spin around with their right hand reaching for heaven. A form of active meditation this ritual allows them to abandon their ego, listen to music and focus on God.

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Day 7 KONYA–ANTALYA

Pearl of the Mediterranean ANTALYA – Stop at Upper Duden Falls and guided walk of the Old Town.
168 mi / 270 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEM Founded by the Greeks, and later an important Roman port, Antalya today is a popular resort, the gateway to the Turkish Riviera, known for its sunny weather, stunning coastline and beaches, and crystal blue waters from which it gains the nickname the “Turquoise Coast.” There are also plenty of cultural sites to visit such as Hadrians Gate and the Old Town.

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Day 8 ANTALYA

An Architectural Love Duel ANTALYA Free day to explore on your own.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE The day is yours to do as you choose - discover more of Antalya, have a lazy day on the coast or why not take advantage of an excursion to Aspendos to see some fantastic examples of Roman architecture. Legend says it was founded by refugees from Troy and that two of its most prominent structures were built by two love rivals. The King announced that he who built the structure most useful to Aspendos could marry his daughter. One built the aqueduct and the other the theater, both are still standing today. Whilst the aqueduct was the most useful, the King was amazed that from the back of the theater he could hear the architect whisper, “You should let your daughter marry me,” and he did.

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Day 9 ANTALYA–PAMUKKALE

The Cotton Castle PAMUKKALE – Visit the ancient city of Hieropolis founded as a thermal resort around 190 BC. See the stunning travertine terraces with the thermal water pools.
149 mi / 240 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDER When the mineral rich thermal waters that flowed down the valley side, cooled, and hardened, a series of bright white travertine terraces were formed, each containing a thermal pool. This incredible sight gave the area its name – Pamukkale “Cotton Castle.” The Romans also took advantage of the thermal springs and founded the spa town of Hieropolis close by.

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Day 10 PAMUKKALE–EPHESUS–IZMIR

Ancient Civilization Preserved EPHESUS Follow your Guide for a walk through the ancient ruins and the archaeological museum. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
IZMIR Orientation tour upon arrival
186 mi / 300 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOTS Ephesus was one of the most famous cities of the ancient Mediterranean. It was the second biggest city of the Roman Empire and today it is one of the largest Roman archaeological sites in the eastern Mediterranean.

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Day 11 IZMIR

Elevated Views IZMIR Free day to explore on your own.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEM Considered one of Turkey’s hidden gems, Izmir is a cultural hub located on the Aegean Sea. It offers lots of cultural and historical sites to visit such as the Agora, the Hisar Mosque, the clock tower and Konak Square. Take a ride up the historical elevator to its terrace for a stunning view of the city and the coastline, do some shopping at the Bazaar or try out some of the local seafood specialities.

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Day 12 IZMIR–PERGAMUM–TROY AREA

A Gift Horse & A God of Healing PERGAMUM Guided visit of the Asklepion, a shrine to the Greek God of medicine.
TROY Guided visit of the excavations and see the symbolic wooden Trojan Horse that commemorates the Trojan War.
211 mi / 340 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HEALING THE BODY &THE SOUL Nestled between hills, the Asklepion retains a sense of serenity and history. The sick approached the temple via the Sacred Way, a path that started their journey to health determined according to what dreams the patience experienced and which also included theatre shows. All of this was done in the belief that healing was a sacred art and that people’s souls needed to be mended as well as their bodies.

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Day 13 TROY AREA–GALLIPOLI–ISTANBUL

Bravery on the Beach GALLIPOLI Visit the WWI battlefields on the Gallipoli peninsula, the Anzac Cemetery and the Lone Pine Memorial before crossing the Dardanelless by ferry.
ISTANBUL Free time this afternoon. Farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
230 mi / 370 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORY & HERITAGE Visit the moving and inspirational sites, where Allied troops, mainly Australians and New Zealanders, suffered heavy casualties in a disastrous campaign. Pay tribute to the heroes of those tragic months of 1915 at the Anzac Cemetery and the Lone Pine Memorial.

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Day 14 ISTANBUL

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

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Accommodations

Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)

Istanbul

Cappadocia

Antalya

Izmir

Istanbul

Turkish Dinner and Folklore Show

An evening at one of Istanbul's favorite nightclubs. Enjoy a succulent dinner while Turkish folklore groups, singers, and belly dancers put on a dazzling show.

Price Range: $$$$

Bosphorus Cruise

An unforgettable cruise on the Bosphorus with views of old Turkish wooden houses and beautiful scenery.

Price Range: $$

Cappadocia

Whirling Dervish Ceremony at Saruhan Caravanserai

Witness a Whirling Dervish ceremony and impressive site of the ancient Caravanserai in the tradition of Sultans.

Price Range: $$

Antalya

Antalya Archaeological Museum & Historical Gems of Aspendos

Join a Local Guide for a fascinating half-day excursion to explore the Antalya Archaeological Museum and historical treasures of Aspendos.

Price Range: $$$

Izmir

Turkish Treasures & Tastes of Urla & Alacati

Enjoy a full-day excursion to Urla and Alacati, including a winery tour and lunch.

Price Range: $$$

Private Touring

Private Touring: Globus European Private Touring enables you to experience all of the attractions, sights and highlights of your selected Globus tour as a private experience - delivered just for you and your traveling party. With Private Touring, you'll have your own dedicated Tour Director, your own private transportation and driver, and your own professional local guides. All with greater flexibility in pace and your experience.

For your selected tour, there will be additional per-person cost for the size of your party - from 1 to 24. This additional supplement is reduced with each traveler you add to your party.

Here's a sample of the additional cost:

6 guests in a party: $2,075*
18 guests in a party: $492*

Contact Globus or your preferred travel agent for pricing for your specific party size as well as any other information on Globus Private Touring.

* Supplement pricing is per person (CA) and will be added to the standard published price for your given departure date and is based on availability. Supplement price is valid for 2020 and 2021 travel years. Occasionally some included and optional activities & excursions may be operated with other guests. Additional restrictions may apply. Not applicable for custom groups. No Group allowances or promotions are available on Private Touring. Published itineraries only. Note that blackout dates may exist where the Private Touring option is not available.

The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.

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