Gallipoli Troy Ankara Cappadocia

Awaken to a lavish open-buffet breakfast, then check out and set off for Troy, just a 30-minute drive away. Step into the pages of Homer’s Iliad, where the legendary Trojan Horse and 4,000 years of history come alive. Wander through ancient settlements, uncovered only in the last century, and marvel at the layers of civilizations stacked beneath your feet. Return to Canakkale for a leisurely afternoon. Stroll along the Dardanelles’ sparkling shore, sip coffee at a cozy café, or dive into the treasures of the Canakkale Museum. As evening falls, transfer to the airport for a swift flight to Ankara, Turkey’s dynamic capital. Settle into your hotel and rest up for the adventures ahead. Overnight: Ankara

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Fuel up with a delicious breakfast before embarking on a panoramic tour of Ankara, where modern vibrancy meets ancient roots. Then, hit the road for Cappadocia, a land of surreal beauty. Pause en route at Turkey’s second-largest lake, its glassy surface reflecting the sky like a mirror. By afternoon, arrive in Cappadocia’s otherworldly landscape of fairy chimneys and rolling valleys. Check into your carefully selected hotel, nestled in this dreamlike region, and spend the evening soaking in the magic of your surroundings. Overnight: Cappadocia Note: The Ankara-to-Cappadocia drive is a scenic 3-hour journey, a necessary exception due to limited direct flights.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Rise before dawn for an optional hot air balloon ride (additional $150- 250), drifting over Cappadocia’s moonscape as the sunrise paints the sky in hues of gold and pink. Return to your hotel by 7:30 AM, with plenty of time for a refreshing shower and hearty breakfast. At 9:30 AM, join a small-group guided tour to explore Cappadocia’s wonders. Wander through Devrent Valley’s whimsical rock formations, marvel at Monks Valley’s ancient hermit caves, and stroll the charming streets of Avanos Pottery Workshop for enjoying demonstration by a craftsman on a Hittite style kick wheel. Lunch will served in a local Turkish Restaurant. Continue to Goreme Open Air Official Museum. Finalising our day back in your hotel in Goreme. Free time and overnight in Cappadocia.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After a hearty breakfast, pack your bags and leave them at the hotel reception for a seamless day. Kick off with a gentle 3-km hike through the Red Valley, where crimson cliffs and secret cave dwellings reveal Cappadocia’s raw beauty. Your trail ends in Cavusin Village, home to the region’s oldest church, dedicated to St. John, its weathered stones whispering tales of faith. Enjoy lunch at a cozy local restaurant, then descend into the Kaymakli Underground City, a 3,000-year-old Hittite masterpiece carved deep into the earth. Explore its labyrinth of tunnels, ventilation shafts, and massive stone doors designed to thwart invaders. Discover ancient wineries and hidden chambers, marveling at the ingenuity of this subterranean world. Cap the day with a tea break at a panoramic viewpoint over Pigeon Valley, where rolling hills and fluttering doves create a picture-perfect moment. Return to your hotel, collect your luggage, and transfer to the airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Want to extend your adventure? Swap your return flight for another Turkish gem like Izmir or Antalya (additional costs may apply—contact your sales agent for a tailored quote). As you soar home, carry the magic of Turkey in your heart. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

• Box Breakfast & Lunch