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Adult (Age 6+)

Cradle of Civilizations 4-Day Tour

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4.5 / 5 total 840 reviews
Duration: 4 days
Product code: 6452
Overview

You will begin this 4- day Cradles of Civilizations Tour in Ankara where you will visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the leader of the Turkish War of Independence.

Explore the rocky monoliths in Cappadocia, see the stunning landscapes of the Fairy Chimneys and check out the underground cities in Kaymakli. Visit the whirling dervishes in Konya and learn about their fascinating history before Scoping out the ancient cities in Hierapolis and Ephesus one of the best-preserved in the world.

Also, see where the Virgin Mary supposedly spent her final days as you weave through Turkey's hinterland on this 4-day adventure.

Highlights
  • Explore the Anatolian Civilization and Ephesus Archaeological museums
  • Lessons on Sufism, mythology and centuries-old Silk Road trade
  • Explore Hierapolis Greek and Roman ruins and thermal baths of Pamukkale
Good to Know
  • Scheduling Scheduling: This is a Private Tour That is Run Exclusively for the Person or Group Who Booked the Tour.
  • Languages offered on the Activity / TourLanguages offered on the Activity / Tour: English, German, French, Italian
  • Duration Duration: 4 days
  • Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Pick-up service Pick-up service
    Pick up from your hotel in Istanbul.
  • Easy Cancellation Easy Cancellation
    There is no cancellation fee once Customers Cancel at least 7 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
    There is 50% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 3 and 6 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
    There is 100% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 2 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
  • Confirmation will be received within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability Confirmation will be received within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Cut-off TimeCut-off Time
    Available to be booked until 3 days before the tour starts. We reserve the option to confirm the tour or not due to availability.
Inclusions
  • Guided 4-day Tour of Ankara, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Ephesus
  • Entrance fees
  • 3 nights accommodation
  • Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Domestic flights
Exclusions
  • Other services not mentioned
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)
  • Drinks
Pickup and Drop-off
Pick up from your hotel in Istanbul at approximately 05:00 am. Times will be confirmed once the booking has been made.

Know Before You Go
  • Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear
  • Please dress appropriately when visiting any religious sites
  • Please be ready in your hotel reception 15 minutes before your departure time
  • Make sure your names match exactly as they appear on your passport
  • Rooms will be allocated based on your group size
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Reviewed by Penny L GB   March 01, 2024
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When we saw this tour we thought it would be a great way for them to have fun as well. We were not disappointed and we all had a lovely day.
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Reviewed by Nicholas R GB   March 01, 2024
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Our guide was so friendly and informative and we loved every minute and would strongly recommend this tour. Thanks.
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Reviewed by James King GB   March 01, 2024
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We learned so much about city during this tour. Our guide was great with the kids and the fact that it was a tour made it much more special. Thank you for your wonderful guide and tour.
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Reviewed by Wasem1945 SD   February 28, 2024
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Everything was good, The price totally perfect.
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Reviewed by dababb GB   February 28, 2024
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We booked this tour as an option to have wonderful tour. I would recommend this as a nice option to get acquainted with the city and our guide was friendly and well informed. Thank you very much.
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Reviewed by Michelle FR   February 28, 2024
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He was amazing super polite explained to us everything really clear, definitely recommend him if you want to book a tour. .
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Reviewed by Carla Watts ES   February 28, 2024
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A wonderful tour and a superb guide. Our guide was insightful and showed great care and interest in each member of our group. We could not have been happier. We will definitely book tours with you again.
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Reviewed by Stephen G SG   February 28, 2024
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We had such a great experience with our friendly and energetic tour guide.I definitely recommend this tour because We had a great time! Would highly recommend to book this tour company.
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Reviewed by Woodis MZ   February 28, 2024
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We had a brilliant time on this day trip. Communication from the company was superb, guide was lovely. He talked to us throughout the trip and was really interesting so I would definitely recommend using this operator to book a trip. Was happy with everything- the price, the guide and the experiences. thanks.
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Reviewed by Haley_2008 US   February 28, 2024
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HAD A WONDERFUL DAY TOUR. OUR TOUR GUIDE WAS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND PROUD OF HER CITY. IT WAS A LOVELY EXPERIENCE AND WE HOPE TO RETURN TO THIS CITY TO HAVE THIS AMAZING TOUR.
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