From (AUD)$9,495
Days20
Airfares included
Turkey, replete with ancient history, fascinating landscapes, magical cities and delicious food. Journey from Istanbul to Gallipoli, via Cappadocia, Kaş and Ephesus on this in-depth small group tour. Delight in local delicacies, be enchanted by the fairytale chimneys of the Göreme Valley and the cascading hot springs of Pamukkale.
Group Size — Max 20
Tips — Total cost includes - Tipping Made Easy, from $280pp pre-paid
Transport — Boat, Bus, Ferry & Plane
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Visit the architecturally stunning Blue Mosque in Istanbul. Its domed exterior with six minarets is so impressive it’s hard to believe it’s real.

Discover Göreme Valley, featuring an incredible lunar-like atmosphere where rain erosion over thousands of years gave birth to peculiar rock formations called "Fairy Chimneys."

Witness the exceptional Pamukkale, a unique natural wonder, featuring white mineral terraces formed by calcium-rich water from underground hot springs over thousands of years.

Visit Ephesus, the largest Roman city ever uncovered. Walking down the marble covered streets, you’ll get a feel for what life was like for the 300,000 people that once called the city home.

Special Experiences

Excite your taste buds with some of Turkey’s most famous delicacies, including baklava, Turkish coffee, and of course, Turkish delight!
Visit a local restaurant in Cappadocia and learn to prepare some of the local culinary specialties in a hands-on cooking class.
Watch as a skilled chef expertly prepares etli ekmek, a Turkish pizza-like dish originating from Konya.
Enjoy a leisurely day cruising the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. Relax and soak up the sun and the spectacular coastal scenery.
Honour the ANZACs at Gallipoli with a specialist guide, as we explore ANZAC Cove, the Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair Memorials, and Johnston's Jolly.

Itinerary Turkey in Depth

Itinerary

Day

Inclusions Turkey in Depth

Inclusions

Sightseeing

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Turkish Delights

  • Visit the Underground Basilica Cistern
  • Walk across the Hippodrome
  • Turkish tasting experience
  • Tour Istanbul's Topkapi Palace
  • Explore Istanbul's domed Basilica of St. Sophia (Hagia Sophia)
  • Admire the interior walls of the Blue Mosque
  • See the Ihlara Valley
  • Visit the open-air museum at Zelve Valley
  • Discover the hidden monastic valley of Paşabaği
  • Travel to Göreme Valley
  • Follow the paths of the stunning Red Valley
  • Explore the village of Avanos
  • Enjoy a hands-on cooking class with the locals
  • Visit one of Cappadocia's underground cities
  • Visit the Mevlana Museum
  • Watch a cooking demonstration of the pizza-like dish, elti ekmek
  • In Beyşehir visit Esrefoğlu Mosque
  • See Eflatun Pinar, a Hittite spring sanctuary
  • Visit a family in a village near lake Beysehir to learn about life in Turkey
  • Enjoy a free day to explore Antalya
  • Stop at the ancient city of Phaselis
  • In Antalya view Hadrian’s Gate
  • Spend a day cruising along the coast of the Mediterranean
  • See the unique natural site of Pamukkale
  • Visit the site of Hierapolis
  • See the beautiful city of Aphrodisias
  • Explore Ephesus
  • Visit local winery for wine tasting and dinner
  • Visit the Asclepion, an ancient medical centre
  • Stop in the famous town of Troy
  • Visit the World War I battlefields famous for the ANZAC involvement in the Gallipoli Campaign
  • Walking tour through the neighbourhoods of Fener and Balat
  • Explore Istanbul's famous Grand Bazaar
  • Browse the Istanbul Spice Bazaar

Travel

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  • Return economy-class flights from Australia to Turkey. Taxes included
  • Economy-class flight within Turkey
  • Airport transfers on the first and last day of tour
  • All touring in air-conditioned vehicles
  • Full-day cruise along the beautiful Mediterranean coast

Accommodation

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  • 17 nights in 3-5 star hotels 

Properties include:

  • Hampton by Hilton, Istanbul Old City
  • Alden Hotel, Cappadocia
  • Ali Bilir Hotel, Beysehir
  • Best Western Plus Khan Hotel, Antalya
  • Hera Hotel, Kas
  • Doga Thermal Health & Spa, Pamukkale
  • Korumar Hotel, Kusadasi
  • DoubleTree by Hilton, Canakkale

Hotels listed are an indication, and are subject to change without notice.

Meals

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  • 17 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 10 dinners, including group welcome and farewell dinners
  • Meal highlight:
    • Cappadocia, learn to make traditional Turkish cuisine including keskek, manti and gozleme in a hands-on cooking class

Tour Guides

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  • English-speaking locally-based tour director
  • Specialist Gallipoli guide 

Porterage

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  • Porterage included where available

Some things to note

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Please note:

  • Istanbul is a walking city and is extremely easy to get around on foot. Your Tour Director will have a tourist map of Istanbul for you.
  • The Basilica Cistern is currently under renovations and may partly be without water.
  • On day 4, the airline ticket for the flight between Istanbul and Cappadocia has been issued locally by our operator.
  • Ramadan in Turkey will begin on Mon, 11 March & ends on Tues, 09 April 2024.

Optional Excursions:

  • Cappadocia Balloon Ride – This is a thrilling experience that is subject to weather conditions approved by the Turkish Civil Aviation Authority. In the event that flights are cancelled on your scheduled booking day, we will do our best to accommodate you on the next available days, which may already have prior bookings. However, please note that cancellations can affect the availability of flying slots, making them quite limited.
  • All optional excursions are based on minimum participants and are subject to availability. The length of excursions advised is an approximate only. Optional excursions can be booked on tour directly with your Tour Director or local guide. We recommend arranging the booking at the beginning of the tour to avoid disappointment. Please note some optional excursions may also be available on multiple or alternate days. Prices are a guide only and are subject to change without prior notice. Payment by cash (Euro) is preferred as there are no guarantees that credit card facilities will be available. Please check with your Tour Director or guide locally for information relating to this. Credit card fees and exchange rates are at the discretion of your bank.

Information Turkey in Depth

Information

Let's Talk Fitness

At Bunnik Tours, we pride ourselves on our ability to create unique, once in a lifetime small group tours that are filled with incredible experiences you might not be able to have on your own, or in a larger group. However, that does mean aspects of our itineraries can be challenging for some travellers.

We want to make sure all Bunnik Tours travellers enjoy their trip, not struggle through it, so let’s work together to ensure you’re on the right tour for your fitness level.

Fitness to Travel Requirements

Within seven days of making your booking, you will need to complete a Passenger Registration form, which also includes a fitness to travel declaration.

In this declaration, you must confirm you’re able to do the following:

  • Walk for a minimum of 2-3 hours daily at a group pace, on uneven surfaces without the use of any walking aid
  • Regularly walk up multiple flights of stairs and short, steep hills
  • Stand for extended periods of time without needing to sit down
  • Carry your own luggage
  • Get on and off various modes of transport without assistance, including small boats
  • Drive along very bumpy, dirt and gravel roads for extended period of time

If you do not feel that you can confidently manage all of the requirements set out above, please work with our team of Travel Specialists to find an alternative that is better suited to your current level of fitness.

Please visit our Fitness to Travel page for full details on our fitness policy.

FITNESS TO TRAVEL

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Dates & Prices Turkey in Depth

Dates & Prices
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*Prices are in AUD, per person twin share.

*Prices are in AUD, per person twin share.

Start Date End Date Tour Price
Per person
twin share
Status    
20 Apr 24
09 May 24
$9,495
Fully Booked
04 May 24
23 May 24
$9,495
On Request
25 May 24
13 Jun 24
$9,495
On Request
24 Aug 24
12 Sep 24
$9,495
Available
07 Sep 24
26 Sep 24
$9,495
Fully Booked
21 Sep 24
10 Oct 24
$9,495
Guaranteed Departure
05 Oct 24
24 Oct 24
$9,495
Guaranteed Departure
09 Nov 24
28 Nov 24
$9,495
Available

Additional Information

Valid from
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth & Adelaide
Other departure cities
Please contact our office for applicable pricing
Booking Deposit
$750 per person
Tipping
Total cost includes - Tipping Made Easy, from $280pp pre-paid
Single Supplement
From $1,950
Visa Information

You may need to obtain visas for this tour. Please check with your travel agent for further details. For Australian passport holders you may wish to visit our Passports and Visas page here for indicative information on what may be required.

Terms & Conditions

All prices shown are per person based on twin share. Prices and itineraries correct at current time but are subject to change. Please call for more details. View our full terms & conditions here.

Taxes
Total cost includes air taxes

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