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Guided tours in Turkey

Turkey in 7-10 days

Turkey in 1 Week 

There’s a lot of ground to cover in Turkey, depending on what you’d like to get out of your tour. This week-long guided Turkey itinerary focuses first on Istanbul’s highlights before delving into the archaeological treasures of Ephesus.

Alternatively, you might look for tours that move from Istanbul to Cappadocia if you’re more interested in unique land formations and mysterious landscapes.

Day 1, Istanbul: Start your immersive Turkey week as soon as you arrive - most transatlantic flights will land late morning, so you’ll have time to regroup, then head out to visit the old city of Sultanahmet and the Blue Mosque, perhaps the ancient underground Yerebatan Cistern and the St. Savior in Chora church, famous for its Byzantine mosaics. 

Day 2, Istanbul: You’re ready to roll on your second day in Istanbul. Join your small group tour for visits to Topkapi Palace, the Istanbul Archaeology Museum and the Grand Bazaar. 

Day 3, Cruise on the Bosphorus: Today, your tour guide take you on a half-day guided sightseeing tour up the Bosphorus, stopping at the Egyptian Bazaar, Rumeli Castle and to the appealing seaside village of Ortaköy.

Day 4, Ephesus: Your Turkey vacation continues with a flight to Izmir, where you’ll stay in either Selçuk or Kusadasi as a homebase for Ephesus exploration. Visit the Ephesus Museum, Temple of Artemis, St. John’s Basilica and more. 

Day 5, Pamukkale: Spend a day with your expert local guide in Pamukkale, a must-see Turkey destination, particularly for archaeology buffs. Don’t miss taking a dip in the Sacred Pool.

Days 6-7, Bodrum: Lovers of Greek history adore this part of their tour, exploring the ancient sites of Priene, Miletus and Didyma. Continue on to Bodrum to visit the Underwater Archaeology Museum, St. Peter’s Castle and the waterside village and submerged ruins of Gümüslük.

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Turkey and Beyond

While Turkey offers such a breadth of experience for the world traveler, if you’ve flown so far, why not take the time to add on a neighboring country to up the ante on your European vacation?

Turkey’s enviable position in Europe and Asia, and on both the Mediterranean and Black seas, making it an easily combinable trip with other cultures.

Here are a couple ideas of countries that match up well with a guided tour of Turkey:

Turkey and Greece: Lovers of antiquity will enjoy small-group tours of Turkey and Greece. The two countries are geographically close, making it easy to combine them, and both have a plethora of beautiful landscapes, storied history and rich culture to share. 

Turkey and Georgia: Consider an off-the-beaten path tour of Georgia as an add-on to your vacation in Turkey. Experience the melting pot of diverse cultures in Tbilisi, the Georgian capital, and its impressive Forte Narikala. From there, it’s easy to hop over to Istanbul for an in-depth visit to Turkey. 

Turkey and Uzbekistan: It’s unlikely you’ll meet too many friends and travelers who have visited Uzbekistan. Combine this exotic country with your Turkey trip and you’ll have so much to share at your next dinner party! It’s less than a five-hour flight from Istanbul to the ancient city of Tashkent. Once there, your tour guide can lead you to incredible Islamic architecture the Khast Imam temple, the Chorsu bazaar and so much more. 

Turkey and Egypt: Topping many a traveler’s bucket list, Egypt is another country that combines easily with a Turkey tour vacation. Hop a quick flight from Istanbul to Cairo and find yourself in Egypt’s chaotic and exotic capital, with incredible museums, sarcophagi and, of course, the Pyramids of Giza nearby.

Read more about great tours to Greece, Georgia, Uzbekistan and Egypt and consider adding at least one or two to your Turkey travel itinerary.

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Perfect service, we enjoyed the time in turkey
Perfect service, we enjoyed the time in turkey
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Sojourn booked us a trip to an all inclusive in Northern Cyprus.
Sojourn booked us a trip to an all inclusive in Northern Cyprus. The Concord hotel we stayed at was epic! I have been back a couple times now but Sojourn made everything so easy from check in to handling questions when they came up!
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I recently had the pleasure of booking a trip to Albania through this outstanding travel agency, and I must say, they exceeded all my expectations. From the moment I contacted them, they took care of everything from end to end, making my travel experience
I recently had the pleasure of booking a trip to Albania through this outstanding travel agency, and I must say, they exceeded all my expectations. From the moment I contacted them, they took care of everything from end to end, making my travel experience truly memorable.
The level of professionalism demonstrated by the team was remarkable. They were attentive, responsive, and genuinely dedicated to ensuring that my trip went smoothly.
What truly set this travel agency apart was their seamless and secure payment platform. It's always a concern when making online payments for travel, but with them, I felt confident and at ease throughout the process. They have truly invested in providing a secure and convenient platform for their clients.
In summary, I can't thank this travel agency enough for the exceptional service they provided. If you're looking for a professional, reliable, and customer-focused travel agency, look no further. I wholeheartedly recommend them for your travel needs. My trip to Albania was a fantastic adventure, thanks to their expertise and commitment to excellence.
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Top-notch tour company
Top-notch tour company. Extremely responsive prior to and during travel. The accommodations chosen were exactly what we would have chosen ourselves. Sojourn's guides are the BEST - professional, yet warm and friendly. You can tell they enjoy their jobs - it was like having an old friend to give us a private tour. They didn't just stick to a script regarding each location but really made the history, as well as the modern Turkish culture come to life for us. Highly recommend.
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Soujourn made our 12 days in Turkey a lasting memory; everything was perfect.
Soujourn made our 12 days in Turkey a lasting memory; everything was perfect. All the guides were extremely knowledgeable, interesting and solicitous of two couples who are >75 yo with minor mobility/balance issues. Boutique hotels were clean, well-run, well-located and included buffet breakfasts. And we were surprised (and delighted) that four-course lunches were included every day. Since lunch in Turkey usually starts between 2:00 and 4:00 many nights we skipped dinner. Between mosques, ruins and unique geography (a hot-air balloon in Capadoccia is a MUST) it was sensory over-load. And the Turkish people were extremely friendly.
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