Worldwide Escorted Tours 2024-2026

What’s included ✔ Return flights London to Istanbul with British Airways ✔ Where you’ll stay Istanbul, 4 H Hotel Klas Canakkle, 4 H Hotel Akol Kusadasi, 4 H Suhan 360 Pamukkale, 4 H Colossae Thermal & Spa Hotel Konya, 4 H Bera Konya Otel Urgup, 4 H Perissia Otel Ankara, 4 H Radisson Blu ✔ 21 meals ✔ 11 excursions ✔ Expert local tour guide  Tour pace: Intermediate travel to the picturesque village of Sirince, known for its excellent wine production. Perched atop a hill, Sirince boasts breathtaking views of vineyards and the surrounding countryside. Day 6: Kusadasi to Pamukkale B/D Journey to Aphrodisias today, a beautifully preserved Greco-Roman city dedicated to the goddess of love, Aphrodite. Explore the ancient temple and other ruins dating back to the 3rd century BC. Enjoy a delightful picnic lunch amidst these historic surroundings before traveling to Pamukkale. Known for its striking white terraces and mineral-rich thermal waters, Pamukkale offers a unique natural spectacle. Day 7: Pamukkale to Konya B/D Begin the day with a tour of Hierapolis, an ancient spa city. Wander through its ruins, including a grand Roman theatre, the agora, and a vast Necropolis with over 1,000 tombs. You may choose to take a dip in the hot spring pool at the hotel before we drive to Konya, once the capital of the Seljuk Empire. Along the way, enjoy the serene beauty of the lakes Egirdir and Beysehir, surrounded by lush landscapes. Day 8: Konya to Cappadocia B/D Start your exploration of Konya with a visit to the Mausoleum of Mevlana, the founder of the Whirling Dervishes. Admire the blue-tiled dome of Karatay Medrese, a masterpiece of Seljuk architecture. Next, visit the 13th-century Caravanserai Sultanhani, an important stop for merchants on the ancient Silk Road. In the evening, you may join an optional excursion to witness a mesmerizing Whirling Dervishes performance, a unique spiritual ceremony that offers a deep insight into Turkish culture (at additional cost). Day 9: Cappadocia B/D Awake to the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, a region famed for its fairy-tale rock formations and unique cave dwellings. Start with a tour of Göreme Valley, where you’ll explore a network of man-made caves that house ancient churches, storehouses, and living quarters. The highlight of the day is the incredible Kaymakli Underground City, a vast subterranean complex used by early Christian settlers. Four of its eight levels are open to the public, offering a fascinating maze of tunnels and rooms. As the day draws to a close, enjoy a glass of local wine while watching the sunset over Love Valley. Day 10: Cappadocia to Ankara B/D After an early breakfast, embark on a drive to Turkey’s bustling capital, Ankara. Upon arrival, delve into history at the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, home to an impressive collection of artifacts from Turkey’s ancient past, including relics from the Neolithic, Bronze Age, Hittite, and Lydian periods. In the afternoon, visit the Mausoleum of Atatürk, the founding father of modern Turkey. Day 11: Ankara to Istanbul B/D An early start takes you back to Istanbul. Once there, the afternoon is yours to explore the city at your own pace. Alternatively, you can join an optional half-day excursion to the Golden Horn, Chora Museum, and Pierre Loti Café, where you’ll enjoy picturesque views over the Bosporus (at additional cost). Return to the hotel for your farewell dinner. Day 12: Istanbul to UK B Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK, or continue on to your chosen extension Cappadocia Ephesus Konya Baklava Istanbul Extend your tour Antalya Beach Stay 4 nights, 5 H on Full Board, from £729 Istanbul City Stay 2 nights, 4 H B&B from £249 Prices from Mar 2025 £1,849 Mar 2026 £1,999 Jun 2025 £1,899 Jun 2026 £2,049 Sep 2025 £1,999 Sep 2026 £2,099 Oct 2025 £1,899 Oct 2026 £2,049 Nov 2025 £1,769 Nov 2026 £1,919 • Dates are available throughout each month • Lead-in price based on 4 Nov 25 • A single supplement starts from just £399 • Tipping paid locally £36 pp per tour Visit our website or call 0800 954 9329 to book or for further details Europe 115