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16 Days from £549 + Local payment £140 |
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Brief Itinerary |
Day 1 Istanbul
Day 2 Istanbul Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapi
Palace, Hagia Sophia Museum
Day 3 Gallipoli Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove,
Chunuk Bair, Lone Pine
Day 4 Troy, Pergamum, Selcuk
Day 5 Ephesus, Pamukkale
Day 6 Pamukkale, Dalyan, Boat Trip, Mud bath,
Iztuzu, Fethiye
Day 7 Fethiye, Kayakoy, Oludeniz
Day 8 Fethiye, Saklikent, Kaputas, Kas
Day 9 Kas
Day 10 Kas, Kekova Boat, Cruise, Simena
Day 11 Kas, Olympos, Antalya
Day 12 Antalya, Konya,
Sultanhan, Cappadocia
Day 13 Cappadocia Goreme, Open Air
Museum, Cavusin, Uchisar, Pigeon Valley
Day 14
Cappadocia, Underground City, Ihlara Valley
Day 15
Cappadocia, Istanbul
Day 16 Istanbul |
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Detailed Itinerary |
Day 1: Istanbul.
At the terminal keep your eyes open for the Travel Talk representative, as we pick you up from the airport. Gather round in the hotel lobby at 6:00pm as we meet both the other tour members and the guide. Listen up for a fast and informal meeting with the leader including registration and a short brief about the adventures ahead and some country info.
Day 2: Istanbul.
After breakfast we begin to experience the magnificence of Istanbul. We stroll through the old town visiting Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, majestic Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia Museum.
Day 3: Gallipoli.
Today we depart Istanbul for the shores of Gallipoli. We visit all the important memorial sites in the region including the Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Chunuk Bair and Lone Pine.
Day 4: Troy, Pergamum, Selcuk.
After breakfast we head to the ancient city of Troy, the setting of Homer's epic, Iliad, involving a giant wooden horse. We then continue to Pergamum, and the remains of the Temple of Athena, Temple of Trajan, library and theatre cut into the hillside. We arrive in Selçuk.
Day 5: Ephesus, Pamukkale.
The best preserved ancient town in Turkey, Ephesus, will be our first stop. In the afternoon we depart for Pamukkale and visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, which was the cure centre founded in around 160 BC by the king of Pergamum. Our day continues as we take in the unusual and beautiful landscape of the “Cotton Castle”.
Day 6: Pamukkale, Dalyan, Boat Trip, Mud Bath, Itzuzu, Fethiye.
After breakfast we make our way to Dalyan, a small town in the south-western coast popular for its natural and unspoiled beauty. We join a boat trip to visit the most popular mud bath in Turkey, and we then continue to Iztuzu beach, homeland of world famous Caretta Caretta turtles. After a fantastic boat travel we reach Iztuzu sandbar with fine sand and turquoise sea. In the afternoon we depart for Fethiye, the “traveller’s paradise” on the Mediterranean coast.
Day 7: Fethiye, Kayakoy, Oludeniz.
This morning we set out for Kayakoy, the interesting old Greek town famous for its stone houses. We then make our way to Oludeniz. Besides its spectacular beaches, glittering waters and breathtaking natural scenery, Oludeniz is also popular for its water sport activities. Here you can relax on the exquisite beach or join one of the adventure activities including paragliding and microlighting. Late in the afternoon we depart for our overnight stay in Fethiye.
Day 8: Fethiye, Saklikent, Kaputas, Kas.
Another active day is awaiting us! After breakfast we depart for Saklikent Gorge, a popular spot for exploring within a stunning backdrop. Plunging into crystal clear, cool pools of water, swimming through narrow passages and clambering over boulders will be a memorable experience. We then will make our way to Kaputas, a gorgeous sandy beach at the foot of the striking Taurus mountain gorge. Kaputas is considered to be one of the most pristine beaches in Turkey. We then move on to the fishing
village of Kas, a great base for adventure activities and water sports.
Day 9: Kas.
You have a free day in this charming, sleepy town. Shop for trinkets and presents, cruise the cafes and try more local cuisine or today you can just lounge! The serene beaches are great to unwind or join adventure activities including diving, trekking, biking, paragliding, jeep safari and more.
Day 10: Kas, Kekova Boat Cruise, Simena.
After breakfast we depart for Ucagiz and join a boat cruise to discover the sunken city of Kekova and the ancient city of Simena. You can also participate in optional activities like sea-kayaking on the sunken city. We return for our overnight stay in Kas.
Day 11: Kas, Olympos, Antalya.
We escape to Olympos, a peaceful valley ideal for unwinding on unspoiled beaches or below towering pine trees. Olympos is also famous for its tree houses and trekking & walking activities. In the afternoon we depart for Antalya, the most popular sea resort in Turkey.
Day 12: Antalya, Konya, Sultanhan, Cappadocia.
After a full week on the Mediterranean coast, today we set out for mainland Turkey. We stop in Konya to visit the world famous Mevlana Museum of whirling dervishes and we then make our want to historical Sultanhan kervansarai. Late in the evening we arrive in Cappadocia.
Day 13: Cappadocia.
After breakfast we begin exploring all the important sights in Cappadocia including the
Goreme Open Air Museum, Cavusin, Uchisar, Pigeon Valley... ending in a visit to local handicraft manufacturers and learn about traditional art.
Day 14: Cappadocia, Underground City, Ihlara Valley.
This morning we visit the impressive underground city and we then make our way to the dramatic Ihlara Valley where we also have lunch. We spend the afternoon in this impressive valley. We remain in Cappadocia overnight.
Day 15: Cappadocia, Istanbul.
Today we sit back and relax in the coach. This is a day to enjoy the amazing Turkish scenery unfold before us, while listening to your music player or just watching the small towns and villages pass. As we get into Istanbul in the evening, keep a look out for the stunning light show that is on every night! The oldest and best buildings are lit up over the Bosphorus, and the two bridges joining Asia to Europe are spectacular. We sleep over night in Istanbul.
Day 16: Istanbul.
Our trip will end after we say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast
(11:00am)
bid you safe travels and and check-out of the hotel in Turkey. Today you can shop for keepsakes in the old town, visit the splendid Ottoman palaces or discover its many evocative mosques.
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Accommodation |
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5 and 4 star hotels.
Click for the meeting hotel. |
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Airport Transfer |
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From Istanbul Ataturk and Sabiha Gokcen Airports on
arrival day.
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Meals |
15 breakfasts
12 dinners |
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Transportation |
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Air-conditioned non-smoking coach or mini-bus |
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Guide |
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Services of experienced guides licenced by the Ministry of Tourism |
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Excursions |
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As per the itinerary (entrance fees NOT included) |
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Not included |
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Any
flights, insurance, meals not stated in the
itinerary, items of a personal nature, tips, visa
fees, entrance fees to the sights and museums, other
services not stated in the itinerary, optional
activities |
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ÜIstanbul
including Hagia Sophia Museum,
Topkapi Palace,
Blue Mosque, Hippodrome
ÜGallipoli
including Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair,
Anzac Cove, Kabatepe Museum
ÜTroy
and the ancient ruins
ÜPergamum
ÜAncient
city of Ephesus
ÜPamukkale
and the thermal pools
ÜDalyan
including Mud bath and boat
cruise to Iztuzu Beach
ÜFethiye
ÜKayakoy
ÜOludeniz, Saklikent
Gorge
ÜKaputas
ÜKas
ÜKekova boat trip
and Simena
ÜOlympos
ÜAntalya
ÜKonya including Mevlana
Museum
ÜCappadocia
including Goreme, Sultanhan, Open Air Museum,
Uchisar, Cavusin
ÜUnderground
City, Kervansaray, Ihlara Valley |
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