Go Turkey - 7 days

Experience Turkey your way, walk in the paths of the ancient Trojan, Greek, Roman and Anatolian warriors, and wander the routes of the ancient silk traders.  Admire the scenery, and the laid back lifestyle of modern Turks, and be amazed at mythical natural wonders, caves, hot springs and underground cities.

 

  

      

 

AT A GLANCE

Starts in: Istanbul Ends In: Istanbul

Meals: Breakfast: 6 Lunch & Dinner: Not included 

Tour Leader: Yes

Accommodation: Shared budget accom.

Compulsory Single Supplement: No

Local Payment Required: No

Entrance Fees: Not Included

Average Group Size: 25-30

 

 

 

DAY 1: ISTANBUL

Welcome to Turkey!  Welcome to Istanbul! Meet at the tour departure point in Istanbul for an early morning departure heading west along the coast of the Sea of Marmara. This afternoon, you can experience the WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli on an optional tour or spend the afternoon exploring the marina and town of Canakkale. Overnight Eceabat

 

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DAY 2: TROY, PERGAMUM, KUSADASI

Breakfast. After breakfast we head South down the beautiful Aegean Coast.  On the way we stop at the ancient city of Troy for a guided tour of this fascinating and historical town.  There is also the chance to check out the well preserved Roman ruins in the magnificent antique site of Pergamum before heading to the resort town of Kusadasi.  Overnight Kusadasi.

DAY 3: ANCIENT CITY OF EPHESUS

Breakfast. Today you can choose to do an optional visit to the various temples, amphitheatres and ancient buildings of Ephesus, the best-preserved ancient city in Turkey.  Check out one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World, the fascinating Temple of Artemis.  Alternatively take a well deserved rest and chill out on a beautiful Aegean Beach.  Overnight Kusadasi.

DAY 4: PAMUKKALE

Breakfast.This morning we check out some local Turkish handicrafts then make our way to Pamukkale and the ancient spa town of Hierapolis to admire this otherworldly landscape of calcium pools. Bring your swimming gear if you are planning to have a dip in the therapeutic hot springs of Hierapolis if not just have a lazy paddle instead!  Overnight Pamukkale.

DAY 5: SILK ROAD

Breakfast.  We trace the footsteps of the ancient silk route trade across the Anatolian Plain.  Like the ancient traders, we stop off at the Sultanhani Caravanserai - a huge and impressive fortress like building that was actually used as a hotel by those following the silk route.  Overnight Cappadocia.

DAY 6: CAPPADOCIA

Breakfast.  This morning you have the option to fly over the fantastic scenery of Cappadocia in a hot air balloon.  Then you can take an optional tour around the Southern parts of Cappadocia.  Whatever you choose to do, this region will fill you with wonderment as you explore carved cave villages, underground cities, spectacular coloured valleys and fairy chimney formations.  Tonight it's time for some partying - Turkish style - as you have the option of going to a Turkish folklore evening, which includes all the food and drink you can manage! Overnight Cappadocia.

DAY 7: ANKARA

Breakfast.  Today we are up bright and early as we make our way back to Istanbul, via Ankara, the nation's Capital.  We stop off at an impressive salt lake, and then have time to visit the Mausoleum of the famous Mustafa Kemal Atatürk - founder of the Turkish Republic and its first President.  Here we can discover wheat happened to the Turkish nation after the ANZACs left.  We head back to Istanbul arriving late evening, where your tour ends, and its time to say goodbye to new friends!

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Twin/Double Single Supp
USD $829 N/A
The prices shown above are per person travelling. 'Twin/Double' prices per person apply when there are 2 people travelling, sharing a room.

The 'single supplement' applies for single travellers and needs to be added to the 'Twin/Double' price. If you are happy to be paired up with another single traveller of the same sex on your tour, this can be arranged provided there is another single traveller booked on the tour date of your choosing.
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Highlights
  • Ankara - Mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk & Salt lake
  • Istanbul - Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia & Topkapi Palace
  • Gallipoli Peninsular - ANZAC Cove, memorials, battlefields and trenches
  • Troy & Pergamum tours, Kusadasi - the Aegean coast and beaches
  • Ephesus & the Temple of Artemis
  • Pammukale thermal pools
  • Silk Road & Sultanhani Caravanserai
  • Cappadocia Region - fairy chimneys & underground city
Inclusions
  • Breakfast daily
  • 6 nights shared accommodation in budget hotels, hostels & a cave.
  • English speaking tour leader on the bus to provide information & assist you in booking optional activities.
  • Guided tour of ancient Troy and Pergamum (entrance fees not included)
  • Transportation around Turkey in a fully air-conditioned, non smoking bus
Exclusions
  • Flights and visas
  • Guided sightseeing, unless otherwise stated.
Departure Dates
Departs Sundays from Istanbul
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GOBUS is a young and dynamic travel company specialising in tours for spirited travellers who want to discover the world, experience different cultures, make new friends and have a lot of fun along the way!  Here's a list of all the trips we run:

 

 

 EGYPT TOURS: Egypt Group Tours, Egypt XMAS Tours, Egypt New Year Tours

RUSSIA TOURS: Russia Group Tours, Russia XMAS Tours, Russia New Year Tours

MOROCCO TOURS: Morocco Group Tours, Morocco TrekkingMorocco XMAS & NY Tours

TURKEY TOURS: Turkey Group Tours, Turkey Sailing, Turkey Hop-on Hop-off Travel

 

CROATIA SAILING HOLIDAYS:  Croatia & the Dalmation Coast

OVERLAND ADVENTURES: Trans-Siberian Express

 

FESTIVALS:  Oktoberfest, Pamplona, Las Fallas, La Tomatina

 

EVENTS: ANZAC Day Gallipoli, ANZAC day and Egypt, Dawn Service and Dahab

 

XMAS & NEW YEAR TOURS: Hogmanay, Berlin, Praque, Egypt Morocco, Russia

 SOUTH AMERICA: Peru, Brazil, Bolvia

 

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