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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USD $829
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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
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