Tour Overview
14-Day Turkey & Egypt Cultural Tour: Gallipoli, Troy, Nile Cruise is planned as a 14 Days / 13 Nights journey linking Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Cappadocia, Cairo, Aswan, Nile Cruise, Luxor. The route is designed to combine cultural sightseeing, practical transport connections and time in the principal destinations without compressing the main visits into a single day.
Across the itinerary, the main sightseeing is built around ANZAC Cove, Chunuk Bair, The Nek, Troy, Pergamon, Asclepion, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Temple of Artemis, Cappadocia, Pasabag. Each stop is positioned within the day-by-day route so that the historical, cultural and landscape highlights remain easy to follow from one destination to the next.
Travel logistics are integrated into the program rather than treated as separate arrangements. Depending on the confirmed route, the package includes 4-star hotel accommodation, licensed guided sightseeing, private transfers, domestic flights, ferry connections, a Nile cruise component. The result is a complete multi-day itinerary with the major visits, overnight stops and travel sectors clearly organized.
Tour Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Gallipoli Tour from Istanbul
Early morning departure from Istanbul begins a scenic drive through the Thrace region toward the historic peninsula of Gallipoli battlefield tour destination, one of the most significant stops in any Turkey historical tour package.
After arriving in Eceabat near the Dardanelles, enjoy lunch before continuing the deeply moving WWI Gallipoli memorial tour experience. Visit key landmarks including Anzac Cove, Johnston’s Jolly trenches, The Nek Cemetery, Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, and Brighton Beach.
Troy & Pergamon Tour then to Ephesus
After breakfast, continue toward the legendary Ancient City of Troy UNESCO archaeological site, one of the most iconic stops in any Turkey history travel route.
Next, explore Pergamon ancient city tour experience, featuring the Temple of Athena, Zeus Altar ruins, Asclepion healing center, Roman Agora, and the impressive Hellenistic theatre.
In the evening, transfer to the Selçuk Ephesus region travel hub for overnight stay.
Pamukkale Tour
Travel toward the natural wonder of Pamukkale thermal terraces UNESCO site, known for its white calcium formations and healing waters.
Explore the ancient city of Hierapolis ruins Turkey cultural landmark, including Roman baths, necropolis, and ancient theatre.
Ephesus Tour / Flight to Cappadocia
Begin your Ephesus guided tour experience Turkey itinerary with the sacred House of Virgin Mary pilgrimage site, followed by the breathtaking ruins of Ancient Ephesus city tour, including the famous Celsus Library.
Continue to the Temple of Artemis ruins visit, and the charming village of Şirince traditional wine village experience.
Later, fly to Cappadocia and arrive in Göreme cave hotel region Cappadocia experience.
North Cappadocia Tour
Discover the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia guided cultural tour route, including Uçhisar Castle panoramic viewpoint, Çavuşin village, Pasabag fairy chimneys, Zelve Open Air Museum, and Devrent Valley.
Continue to Avanos, famous for traditional pottery and ceramics, part of the Cappadocia pottery making experience Turkey tour.
Optional sunrise hot air balloon flight offers the most iconic Cappadocia balloon tour sunrise experience Turkey.
OPTIONAL: This morning, be one of the lucky few to greet the sunrise from a hot air balloon—an unforgettable experience and the best way to start the day.
Southern Cappadocia & Flight to Istanbul
Visit Ortahisar Castle viewpoint, then explore the historic Greek village of Mustafapaşa, once known as Sinasos.
Continue through Sahinefendi Roman ruins Sobesos mosaics, and the scenic Soganli Valley cave churches hiking experience.
After lunch, explore the underground world of Kaymakli Underground City Cappadocia ancient settlement tour, then fly back to Istanbul.
Flight to Cairo, Egypt
Fly from Istanbul to Cairo, beginning your Egypt cultural discovery tour experience, the gateway to ancient civilization.
Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & Saqqara Tour
Visit the ancient necropolis of Saqqara Step Pyramid archaeological site Egypt, followed by the world-famous Great Pyramids of Giza Egypt tour experience and the iconic Great Sphinx monument Cairo tour.
Grand Egyptian Museum & Old Cairo Bazaar / Flight to Aswan
Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum Tutankhamun collection experience, then enjoy free time at Khan El Khalili Bazaar Cairo shopping tour experience.
Evening flight to Aswan.
Philae Temple & Nile Cruise Journey Begins - Day 1
Visit Philae Temple Agilkia Island Isis sanctuary, then board your luxury Nile River Cruise Egypt experience package.
Begin sailing along the Nile River through Aswan’s peaceful landscapes
Kom Ombo & Edfu Temple Cruise Day 2
Visit the unique Kom Ombo dual temple crocodile Sobek & Horus experience, then continue toward Edfu Temple Horus sanctuary cruise stop Egypt itinerary.
Enjoy scenic Nile River views throughout the journey.
Luxor Karnak & Luxor Temple Tour - Cruise Day 3
Arrive in Luxor open air museum Egypt cultural capital, and explore the massive Karnak Temple complex ancient Egypt site, followed by the illuminated Luxor Temple night structure experience.
Kings Valley & Return to Cairo
Optional sunrise hot air balloon Luxor West Bank experience Egypt tour, followed by visits to the Valley of the Kings royal tombs Egypt heritage site, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon.
Fly back to Cairo.
Departure from Cairo
After breakfast, enjoy free time until your private transfer to Cairo Airport. End of your unforgettable Turkey and Egypt combined cultural tour package experience 14 days itinerary.
What's Included
Included
- ✈️ Flights International flight from Istanbul (Turkey) to Cairo (Egypt). All domestic flights within Turkey and Egypt.
- 🏨 Accommodation 6 nights in carefully selected 4-star hotels in Turkey on a bed and breakfast basis. 4 nights in carefully selected 5-star hotels in Egypt on a bed and breakfast basis.
- 🚢 Nile River Cruise 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- 🍽️ Meals Daily breakfast during hotel stays. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the 3-night Nile River Cruise. Lunch during the scheduled small group tours in Turkey and Egypt, as specified in the itinerary.
- 🏛️ Guided Sightseeing in Turkey 7-Day Small Group Tour covering Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, and 2 days in Cappadocia, including an English-speaking licensed guide, transportation, entrance fees, and lunch.
- 🏛️ Guided Sightseeing in Egypt 6-Day Small Group Tour covering Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor. Entrance fees to all listed sightseeing sites are included, except the Pyramids of Giza.
- 🤝 Meet & Greet Service Meet & Greet service at Istanbul and Cairo airports.
- 🚐 Transportation & Transfers Private transfers from/to airports, hotels, and cruise ports throughout Turkey and Egypt. Comfortable transportation during all scheduled sightseeing tours.
- 🎟️ Entrance Fees Entrance fees to all sightseeing attractions specifically listed in the included tour programs, except the Pyramids of Giza.
- 🤝 Professional Travel Support English-speaking local guides during scheduled sightseeing tours. Local assistance and carefully coordinated travel arrangements throughout Turkey and Egypt.
Not Included
- To keep the itinerary flexible, the following items are not included in the tour price: ✈️ International Flights International arrival flight to Istanbul and international departure flight from Cairo.
- 🛡️ Travel Insurance 🛂 Egypt Entry Visa Egypt entry visa, currently USD 25.
- 🏛️ Pyramids of Giza Entrance to the Pyramids of Giza.
- 🎟️ Optional Tours & Entrance Tickets Optional tours and entrance tickets to sites not specifically mentioned under Included.
- 🎈 Hot air balloon ride over the Cappadocia (TURKEY) and West Bank of Luxor (EGYPT) 🍽️ Meals & Beverages Meals and beverages not specifically mentioned under Included.
- 🧳 Personal Expenses Personal expenses during the tour.
- 💰 Tips & Gratuities Tips for guides, drivers, and other services.
- 📋 Other Services Any services not specifically listed under Included.