Whilst we have tried to pack a lot into eight days at a steady pace, there is still much to see so you may want to consider a bigger slice of the country on a 15-day trip.

You will need to carry your bags on and off local trams and trains during this trip. The distances aren't far, and it's possible to do this with a wheelie bag – but be aware of cobblestone streets.

This trip has two included flights and internal luggage restrictions of 15 kg apply. If you are travelling for a longer period, it is possible to store excess luggage in Istanbul.

Uncover over 2000 years of history at the ruins of Ephesus. Wander the Library of Celsus, hear your voice echo in the Great Theatre and learn about the wealthy residents who lived in the Terrace Houses.

Taste local fruit wines in one of Turkey’s best-preserved Greek Ottoman villages and share a home-cooked meal with a local family in Cappadocia.

Stay a little differently – spend a night in a traditional cave hotel overlooking a valley in the heart of Cappadocia.

Explore the back streets of Istanbul’s Old City with your leader. Uncover stories of iconic sites like the Blue Mosque and Suleymaniye Cami, find hidden hangouts and get insider tips on what to eat.

Join a guided tour in Gallipoli to listen to tales of bravery and comradeship of the heroic soldiers who fought here in WWI.

Day 1 • Istanbul

Day 2 • Canakkale

Day 3 • Troy - Sirince - Selcuk

Day 4 • Ephesus/Overnight Train

Day 5 • Konya / Cappadocia

Day 6 • Cappadocia

Day 7 • Cappadocia to Istanbul

Day 8 • Istanbul

1. This trip starts in Istanbul on Day 1 at 1 pm. This allows time after the welcome meeting to explore Istanbul.

2. There is an internal flight on this trip and most internal flights in Turkey have a luggage restriction of 15 kg checked and 8 kg cabin.

3. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 5 (Overnight train) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

Price per person is based on 2 adults sharing and includes:

• 8 day Turkey Highlights tour
• Meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
• Transport: Private Bus, Public bus, Overnight Train, Plane
• Accommodation: Hotel (6 nights), overnight train (1 night)

Included activities:

• Istanbul - Old City Walking Tour (Half Day)
• Gallipoli - Fully guided Gallipoli tour & visit to the Commonwealth graveyards
• Sirince - Village visit and fruit wine tasting
• Troy - Archaeological site visit
• Selcuk - Leader-led orientation walk
• Ephesus - Archaeological site visit
• Selcuk - Artemis Temple Visit
• Selcuk - Gozleme making demonstration and lunch
• Cappadocia - Kaymakli Underground City
• Konya - Mevlana Museum
• Cappadocia - Valley walk
• Cappadocia - Dinner at Local Family Home

Please ask us about:

• Flights from Ireland- we'll find the best fare for your chosen travel dates and departure airport
• Travel insurance 
• Go solo with a single supplement

Subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply. Prices are live and only guaranteed at time of booking.

For more information please call us on 021 427 7094 or 01 696 5135, email info@shandontravel.ie, request a call back using the red button or submit an enquiry through the form below.