
5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale
Traveler rating
4.5/5
Based on 88 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale worth booking?
5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale is a 120-hour experience in Istanbul, Turkey, from $1,465 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 88 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (88)
- Duration
- 120 hours
- From
- $1,465 per person
Travel along the breathtaking coastline of Turkey’s Aegean region, full of ancient Greek cities, on this tour from Istanbul. With your local guide, visit the battlefields of Gallipoli, explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Troy and tour ancient ruins in Pergamum and Ephesus. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot springs of Hierapolis, admire the white limestone terraces of Pamukkale and get a taste for culture as you browse hand-crafted leather goods in Kusadasi. You’ll stay in 4-star hotels, with daily meals included, and enjoy comfortable transportation.
What you get
About this experience
Travel along the breathtaking coastline of Turkey’s Aegean region, full of ancient Greek cities, on this tour from Istanbul. With your local guide, visit the battlefields of Gallipoli, explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Troy and tour ancient ruins in Pergamum and Ephesus. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot springs of Hierapolis, admire the white limestone terraces of Pamukkale and get a taste for culture as you browse hand-crafted leather goods in Kusadasi. You’ll stay in 4-star hotels, with daily meals included, and enjoy comfortable transportation.
What's included
Included
- 4 nights - accommodation
- Entrance fees
- Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
- Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour
- Dinner
- Domestic flight between Denizli and Istanbul (Please send us passport copies to book flights)
- Breakfast
Not included
- Suggested optional activities
- Tips - driver and guide
- Compulsory Travel Insurance
- Lunch
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Istanbul
Meeting Point for this tour is Port Bosphorus Hotel. Pick up time is between 8:00 and 8:15 am. Please make sure you arrive in time at the meeting point.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meeting Point for this tour is Port Bosphorus Hotel. Pick up time is between 8:00 and 8:15 am. Please make sure you arrive in time at the meeting point.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Fez Travel
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 88 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
5 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
88 verified traveler reviews for 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
İrem you superstar
İrem our guide was absolutely amazing from the moment we all meet her we knew our week was going to be full of adventures, laughs. İrem knowledge of the sites we visited was extraordinary. There was nothing İrem would not do for us was more than accomodating with tips and places to visit and eat. She was an absolute delight. Seyfullsh was our driver he was absolutely fantastic every moment in the car we felt safe and knew we were in good hands to get to our sites safely. Would I visit Turkye again the answer is yes would I use Fez travel again definitely thank you team for the memories and hopefully we meet again soon
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a beautiful and heartfelt review of your 5-Day Aegean Tour! Reading your kind words completely made our day. İrem is indeed an absolute superstar! We are so proud of her ability to turn a historical journey into an unforgettable adventure filled with laughs, incredible insights, and personalized care. We are also so glad you highlighted Seyfullah! Navigating these beautiful coastal and historical routes safely and smoothly takes an incredible amount of skill, and knowing you felt completely secure and in good hands in the vehicle means the world to our team. Thank you for choosing Fez Travel for your journey through Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, and Pamukkale. Hearing that you would definitely travel with us again is the highest compliment we could ever receive. We are already looking forward to your next visit. Until we meet again, safe travels wherever your next adventure takes you!
via Tripadvisor
Our friendly & knowledgeable tour guide has left us with favourable impressions of our visit to Istanbul & Gallipoli.
We had very knowledgeable tour guide omer furak who was thorough with showing us all the places of interest on our itinerary. He was also great in giving us suggestions of points of interest for us to explore in our spare time. Our driver, Murat was friendly & competent driver getting us safely to our destinations each time. Both contributed to making our visit to Istanbul & Gallipoli very memorable.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Omer Furak made your tour so enjoyable with his knowledge, thorough guidance, and helpful suggestions for your free time. We’re also very pleased to know that Murat provided a safe, comfortable journey throughout and helped make the experience even more memorable. It means a lot to us that your visit to Istanbul and Gallipoli was such a special one. We would love to welcome you back to Turkey again for another adventure with Fez Travel in the future.
via Tripadvisor
Turkey magic. Amazing sites,driver and guide Irem professional, friendly, knowledgeable,enjoyed it recommend
Whole tour well planned and conducted. Guide Irem professional friendly and got a great history lesson. Always on time and Helpful with any problems/language and diet requirements. Greets with a smile each morning. Couldn’t fault. Driver Hakan on time courteous and drive well.
Response from the operator: We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour well planned and smoothly conducted. It’s wonderful to know that İrem’s professionalism, friendly approach, and extensive knowledge of history made such a positive impact on your experience, and that she was able to assist with language and dietary needs along the way. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to her – and to Hakan, whose punctuality and safe, courteous driving you highlighted. We hope to welcome you back on another Fez Travel tour in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Great trip around Turkey 🇹🇷
Great tour with tour guide Tamer. Very knowledgeable and knows the locals and hidden gems. Great driver Sefyi. Was super professional.
Response from the operator: We are delighted to hear you had a great tour with our guide Tamer and that his knowledge of the locals and hidden gems enriched your experience. It is wonderful to know that our driver Seyfi was super professional. We appreciate you choosing Fez Travel!
via Tripadvisor
Memorable Aegean coast tour with Fez Travel and Fatih Karcii
This tour had a small group of 9 people, most of them from New Zealand and Australia. I was the only Indian. Fatih Karci was our guide and Cenghiz was our driver. We covered Istanbul, Gallipoli, Canakkale, Troy, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Hierapolis, and the Travertines. It was a memorable experience, my first visit to Turkey. The tour was meticulously organized, from the airport pick up to the hotel bookings to the daily trips. Fatih our guide was always punctual and thoroughly professional. He had vast knowledge about the historical sites and always gave us in advance a detailed description of what we would see, where we would go, how much time each activity would take etc. He always told us every day the important information about that night's hotel, dinner time, breakfast time, morning start time etc so we could plan our day accordingly. The van and driver were excellent and we had extremely comfortable road journeys, including wifi and charging points inside the van. Fatih made sure we got adequate comfort stops on the way. I'll remember this wonderful experience for a long time. Thank you Fatih for making it such a memorable experience. I also cherish the friends i made from NZ and Australia. Vijaya.
Response from the operator: Thank you, Vijaya, for taking the time to share your wonderful experience! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your first visit to Turkey was a memorable experience and that you enjoyed the journey with your small group from New Zealand and Australia. It is fantastic to know that the tour was meticulously organized, from your airport pickup to the comfortable road trips. We are incredibly proud of Fatih Karci for his truly professional service, vast historical knowledge, and his dedication to keeping you well-informed and punctual every step of the way. His organizational skills are exactly what we aim for on every Fez Travel tour. We also appreciate you recognizing Cenghiz and the excellent van—safety and comfort are our top priorities, and we're glad the long road journeys were so enjoyable. We especially cherish that you made lasting friendships during your trip. Thank you for choosing Fez Travel, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure soon!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 120 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon
- Price range
- $1,465 to $1,739
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 31
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Fez Travel, who run 20 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 48.6.
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5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Istanbul.
How much does 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale cost?
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Prices start at $1,465 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Istanbul usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale take?
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Plan for about 120 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Istanbul is not rushed.
Is 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 88 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Istanbul, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 120-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale?
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Around 31 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Istanbul can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Istanbul and add a light layer if any part of the 120-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Istanbul within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Istanbul?
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On Outty we rank every Istanbul experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Princes Islands Blue Journey from Old City Istanbul, Famous Istanbul Pub Crawl #1 Nightlife Experience, Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Istanbul?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale?
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Included: 4 nights - accommodation; Entrance fees; Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle; Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour; and Dinner. Not included: Suggested optional activities; Tips - driver and guide; Compulsory Travel Insurance; and Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale?
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Meeting Point for this tour is Port Bosphorus Hotel. Pick up time is between 8:00 and 8:15 am. Please make sure you arrive in time at the meeting point. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about 5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale?
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Across 88 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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