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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 A.Seri IN   February 28, 2024
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This tour was the perfect way to start our holiday. Our tour guide was very interesting and had excellent knowledge. GREETINGS.
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Reviewed by Garry MA   February 28, 2024
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I highly recommend that you take this tour. Greetings.
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Reviewed by Mccullam Ryan IT   February 27, 2024
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My tour guide was an excellent guide. One of the best. Extremely knowledgeable and kind to all who attended.
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Reviewed by Ailbe IE   February 27, 2024
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The tour was absolutely amazing. Our guide was the best person we could have ever asked for. He was very good in keeping us on schedule and was also very knowledgeable and funny. GREETINGS.
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Reviewed by Daba 17 IT   February 27, 2024
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A private tour costs quite a bit more than a group tour, but there is no way we could have seen as much as we did, and got as much enjoyment out of it, if we hadn't done this private tour. I would definitely recommend it!
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Reviewed by Fiona Webster GB   February 27, 2024
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Wonderful tour - so well organized. I WOULD HIGH RECOMMEND THIS TOUR.
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Reviewed by jade jones GB   February 27, 2024
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Tour guide was so nice and knowledgeable. He spoke English very well and was a pleasure . Tour was awesome.
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Reviewed by R Aloise US   February 27, 2024
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Our sweet guide was very helpful ,polite knowledgeable i recommend him for Agra visitors also he is a professional photographer makes our trip very pleasant
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Reviewed by Harry Caro US   February 27, 2024
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We could not have been more impressed with our tour guide. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the sites we visited. He went out of his way to make sure our visit was the trip of a lifetime. We are very grateful to our guide for making our stay so enjoyable. By the end of the trip we felt like he was part of the family. thanks.
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Reviewed by Greg B US   February 27, 2024
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Tour guide was great! Definitely worth the time and money! The hours went by quickly. Lots of great information and insights. So much more to see! Thank you!!
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