Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Istanbul - Arrive Istanbul and transfer to hotel in the heart of the old city. Rest of day free. Overnight Istanbul. Includes: (B).
Day 2: Istanbul - Tour of the city that spans two continents. See Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and more. Remainder of day at leisure. Overnight Istanbul. Includes: (B).
Day 3: Istanbul - Gallipoli - At battle-scarred Gallipoli, visit Anzac Cove and the museum, the trenches, Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials. Overnight Gallipoli. Includes: (B), (L).
Day 4: Galliopoli - Kusadasi - Visit famous Troy and its Trojan Horse before exploring the ruins of ancient Pergamum. Then to the coastal resort of Kusadasi. Overnight Kusadasi. Includes: (B), (D).
Day 5: Kusadasi - Kusadasi - Explore the Roman ruins of legendary Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Ancient Wonders. Perhaps sample the nightlife of Kusadasi tonight! Overnight - Kusadasi. Includes: (B), (D).
Day 6: Koycegiz - Kusadasi - Koycegiz - See the calcium terraces of Pamukkale and perhaps enjoy a dipthen the ruins of Roman Hierapolis before we head to lakeside Koycegiz. Dinner and overnight - Koycegiz. Includes: (B), (D).
Day 7: Koycegiz Boat Trip - Board a boat and cruse on lake Koycegiz. Pass the Kings Tombs, swim at Turtle Beach and cover ourselves in mud at the thermal springs.
Day 8: Koycegiz to Fethiye - This morning we continue driving south and visit the deserted village of Kayakoyu. This evening we rest in Fethiye.
Day 9: Fethiye - Free day Paraglide, swim, party relax or take a boat out to Butterfly...the choice is yours!
Day 10: Antalya - Fethiye - Antalya - Trekking at Saklikent Gorge and lunch before we continue to the attractive harbor town of Antalya with its ancient ruins. Overnight in Antalya. Includes: (B).
Day 11: Cappadocia - Antalya Cappadocia Following the ancient silk trade route, head North-East via the pious town of Konya to Cappadocia, the jewel of Turkey. Dinner and overnight Cappadocia Region. Includes: (B).
Day 12: Cappadocia - Cappadocia - Enjoy a fully guided tour of this fascinating region. Highlights include Göreme Valley, fairy chimney Valley and Underground Cities. Tonight, there is the option of a traditional Turkish folklore evening. Overnight Cappadocia region. Includes: (B).
Day 13: Cappadocia - Cappadocia Free Day! Perhaps hire a moped and explore hidden valleys, opt for a hot- air balloon ride or just relax! Overnight Cappadocia region. Includes: (B), (D).
Day 14: Cappadocia to Istanbul- Cappadocia Istanbul Via the capital, Ankara, visiting the Mausoleum of Atatürk. Overnight Istanbul. Includes: (B).
Day 15: Istanbul - Istanbul Tour ends after breakfast. Includes: (B).
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- arrival transfer
- breakfast daily
- 4 lunches and 7 dinners
- 11 nights 3 star hotel accommodation
- 3 nights Gulet - twin cabin plus en-suite including harbour windsurfing and sea kayaking
- English speaking sightseeing guides
- Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamum, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Hierapolis and Cappadocia guided tours
- Air-conditioned coach
Price does not Include:
- entrance fees to the various site
- personal expenses
- Optional activities: Traditional Turkish Folklore Evening, Turkish Bath, Hot air baloning, Paragliding, Butterfly Valley, Diving, Bosphorus Boat Trip, Princess Islands boat trip
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