Top 10 Archaeology Tours in Istanbul, Turkey

Visit the birthplace of modern Turkish culture and the first capital of the Ottoman State on a day trip from Istanbul to the city of Bursa. Visit the Green Mosque (Yesil Camii) and the neighboring Green Mausoleum (Yesil Turbe), both world renowned for their superb tile decoration, and head to the 14th-century Great Mosque (Ulu Cami), where local Muslims worship. Enjoy lunch at an elegant restaurant and then explore Koza Han, a vast market that was the center of silk trade for many centuries.

Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle, Ferry ride and cable car ride

Exclusions: Food and drink, unless specified, Gratuities

Begin your tour by driving to the very heart of old Istanbul, the Sultanahmet Square. Once the sporting and social centre of Constantinople with a huge horseracing circuit, it is now a beautiful square in the heart of the city and still contains relics of the original structure. Tour its key points and learn about the atmospheric events that would regularly take place here.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup (selected city center hotels only), Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Exclusions: Gratuities

This mini group ( max. 10 pax ) fully guided land tour includes the most popular highlights of Western Turkey. Surround yourself in the world-famous attractions of Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus on an 8-day fully guided tour. The non-stop adventure gives you a thorough overview of the country's most popular destinations, without making you feel rushed. Perfect for travelers who are short on time or people who hate planning, all logistical details, including domestic flights, accommodation, and most meals, are included and accounted for * Selected centrally Located Boutique and 4 star Hotels * Small group ensures personal service with * Informative, friendly and professional guide * Domestic flights included. * Option with Private Tour for your family

Inclusions: 7 nights accommodations in given hotels below, Professional licensed Tour guide/guides, Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line ) , Domestic flight tickets (Istanbul - Cappadocia and Izmir - Istanbul), All transportation by A/C ´NO SMOKING’ vehicle , 7 Breakfasts & 4 Dinners, Boutique Hotels in Istanbul : Yasmak Sultan or Dosso Dossi Old City or similar, Hotels in Cappadocia:5 star Perissia Hotel / 4 star Dinler Nevsehir , Hotels in Kusadasi: Carina Hotel or La Vista Boutique or similar, Hotels in Pamukkale: Colossae Thermal or Pam Thermal Hotel or similar

Exclusions: Gratuities, Personal expenses, Any drinks and the meals not mentioned in including section

Why you should visit Cappadocia? 01| Cappadocia Looks Like Another Planet! 02| Cappadocia has Fairy Chimneys! 03| Cappadocia is so picturesque and full of magic, that words are not enough to describe the beauty. 04| Not the magical carpet, Hot Air Balloon Ride in Cappadocia is INSANE. Sometimes weird can be truly beautiful. Cappadocia’s weird landscape is what makes it magical. Its strange beauty is unique and I doubt if you will ever see a place like this anywhere else on the planet. Perhaps Mother Nature was on LSD when she created Cappadocia.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Round-trip flight to Cappadocia, Overnight accommodation with Breakfast in Cappadocia (Cave Hotel), Round-trip private transfer in Istanbul, Round-trip shuttle transfer in Cappadocia, Two Full day Tours by air-conditioned minivan in Cappadocia, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional / licensed guides , All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Drinks at lunchtime , Hotel meals or room services, Gratuities/TIP (optional), Anything else that is not specifically mentioned in the included section

Discover the ancient history of Troy on a full-day sightseeing tour from Istanbul. Travel by comfortable coach through the European side of Turkey to Gallipoli. Cross the Dardanelles Strait by ferry to reach Troy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your guide shows you highlights including a replica of the Trojan Horse, ancient ruins from nine different epochs, the Roman Temple (Bouleuterion) and more. Includes lunch, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off. Full-day tour to Troy from Istanbul Learn about the history of Troy and the civilizations that once flourished there See a replica of the Trojan Horse Visit the Roman Temple (Bouleuterion) and museum Walk around ancient ruins from a number of civilizations Ride through the scenic Turkish countryside in a comfortable coach

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Lunch, Professional Tour Guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

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This is a special tour including some of the unique places in the city but also which are difficult to visit on your own. The tour will take you to the roots of historic Istanbul with a visit to the monuments of Byzantine and Ottoman cultural heritage. As the places of visit are all located out of the touristic centers, you will also have the chance to visit the current daily local life.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance fee

Exclusions: Lunch

This tour is customize privately for you but you will join group tours or transfer in each places. This tour is prepared for you to visit the best places in 8 days and nights and covers İstanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus and Pamukkale. You don't need to find friends to travel together because you will join tours with others in each place you visit. You will travel on your own between the cities, but wherever you go, we will take you to tours with other travellers, providing you a chance to meet new people from all around the world.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Domestic Flight Tickets, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotels in each place, All tours and airport transfers, Professional English-speaking tour guide in each place for the day tours, Hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia, Day tours in each places

Exclusions: Lunch is not included on the day you are not touring, All Dinners, Special Shopping, Drinks

Walking tour of Old Istanbul” will help travelers to discover ‘hard – to find’ secret spots and pay visits to the highlights of the old city of Istanbul with an experienced tour guide. Combine off the beaten tracks of old city with the highlights of Istanbul during less crowded times and experience a real city adventure. - Hear the stories of the Greeks, Romans and the Ottomans in and around Sultanahmet - Visit to Hagia Sophia once a church, mosque, museum and mosque again - Walk through the streets of the Grand Bazaar, which is the largest covered souk in the world - Explore Süleymaniye mosque and learn about Islam from a local eye - Visit the beautiful Rüstempaşa mosque being famous for its size and the Iznik tiles - Taste the spices and lokum (Turkish delight) in a must visit Space Market

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Entrance tickets

Exclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Breakfast

All inclusive tour. During our two-day visit to Cappadocia. First day early morning we will Fly to Cappadocia from Istanbul. Upon arrival Cappadocia, we will participate in the activities mentioned in tour program during 2 days. Price included; 1 night hotel, national park fees, museum fees, vehicle, licensed guide(English and other language), 2x lunch, 1x dinner, 1x breakfast, Istanbul-Cappadocia roundtrip flight ticket, airport transfer within Istanbul and Cappadocia. Other options as VIP tour, 60 minutes hot air ballon, 2 hours Sunset ATV tour, hotel upgrade are extra

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Roundway ticket( Istanbul-Cappadocia-Istanbul), Cave boutique hotel room with panoramic view , Professional licensed guide , Cappadocia tour with 2 underground city , Group size max.12 person

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See the sights of Istanbul that most interest you on a customized, 1 ,2 or 3-days tour with a private guide. Marvel at monuments from the Byzantine and Ottoman empires, such as Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern.

Inclusions: Professional guide, 1 . 2 or 3 days (depending on option selected), Private Tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities (suggested), Museum/Attraction Tickets, Overnight Accommodation, Lunch, Transportation from/back to hotel and between sites (unless option selected)