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Tour Summary :
This is a small group tour that offers deluxe, restored, traditional accommodation and allows you to visit sites off the beaten path, while spending time with some local Turkish people. The tour begins in Istanbul, where we will see the most important sites of Constantinople's former glory. We will learn about the battles fought in Turkey by visiting Gallipoli, Dardanelles and Canakkale, before exploring Troy and the relics left over from the Trojan War. We will wander through the ancient city of Ephesus and explore Cappadocia, the land of Fairy Chimneys, before arriving in Antalya, situated on the Mediterranean Sea. We will spend time with a local family, eat in traditional, local restaurants and see the best that Turkey has to offer. Tour ends in Fethiye.
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This trip covers what is perhaps the most beautiful part of the Turkish Mediterranean coast, exploring classic sites and seascapes on easy walks. A relaxing and enjoyable holiday in quaint and historical towns with carefully selected, restored local architecture hotels where available. Shopping options at local rug cooperatives, a pottery making workshop, vineyards, onyx factories and first hand interaction with local, friendly Turkish people. |
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Day 1 Monday: Istanbul - Arrival.
On arrival you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in the old part of Istanbul. This evening your Welcome Briefing will take place. Overnight at an historical hotel in old city part of Istanbul. |
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Day 2 Tuesday: Istanbul
This morning we will enjoy a half day sightseeing tour visiting the Hippodrome and St. Sophia (also known as 'Hagia Sofia'), an iconic building that was originally a Church, then a mosque, before later becoming a museum. This afternoon you can join an Optional Bosphorous cruise and trip to the local spice market. Overnight in Istanbul. (B) |
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Day 3 Wednesday: Istanbul
This morning we visit Topkapi palace, the official and primary residence in the city of the Ottoman Sultans for approximately 400 years (excluding harem), the stunning Blue Mosque and the bustling Grand bazaar. Overnight in Istanbul.
Optional: Dinner with belly dancing entertainment. (B)
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Day 4 Thursday: Istanbul / Gallipoli & Troy / Assos
This morning we will visit an old Vineyard (Umurbey Vineyard) and wine cellar to taste some Turkish wine. We will then depart for Gallipoli and visit Anzac Cove, named after the acronym from the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) in World War I. We continue to the Lone Pine Cemetery, which is the location of one of the five memorials on the Gallipoli Peninsula commemorating servicemen killed in the campaign from the former British Empire with no known grave. We will cross the Dardanelles to Canakkale and visit Troy, famous for its wooden horse, and learn about its pivotal role during the Trojan War. This evening we will arrive in Assos. Overnight in Assos. (B, D) |
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Day 5 Friday: Assos / Pergamum / Kusadasi
This morning we will depart Assos and drive through olive forests, giving us the chance to stop at a local olive museum. We will also visit an ethnographical museum in Tahta kuslar (wooden birds) village. The last stop of day will be the ancient Medical Center (Asclepius) in the ancient Greek city of Pergamum, before arriving in Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi. (B, D) |
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Day 6 Saturday : Ephesus & St. Mary's House
Today we will tour Ephesus, one of the most magnificent excavations in the world. We visit the Odeon (concert hall), the Fountain of Trajan and the steam-heat Baths of Scolastika. We continue to the majestic Temple of Hadrian, Latrines (public toilets) and the marble Library of Celsus, built to hold 12,000 scrolls. Also enjoy the Great Theatre, the largest in antiquity with a capacity of 24,000 seats, where St. Paul preached. Walk along the Arcadian Way, the same path that Mark Antony and Cleopatra once rode in procession. Afterwards visit the humble chapel on the site of the little house where the Virgin Mary is believed to have spent her last days. Despite many controversies, the Vatican has officially sanctioned the site for pilgrimage. We will also have the chance to visit the traditional village of Sirince. Overnight in Kusadasi. (B, D) |
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Day 7 Sunday: Kusadasi / Cappadocia (Flight)
This morning you will be transferred to the airport for an early morning flight to Kayseri. On arrival you will be collected and driven the short distance to Cappadocia, known as the land of Fairy Chimneys for its unique geological features. We will drive to Soganli valley, which was continuously inhabited since the earliest days of the Christian era, has churches that date from the 9th to 13th centuries. Some of the churches contain inscriptions giving the exact dates of construction and thus have provided scholars with valuable clues to help date other churches in Cappadocia. Soganli, like other valleys in Cappadocia, exemplifies the harmony between man and nature.
Tonight Optional: Whirling Dervish performance in a cave setting. Overnight in Cappadocia (B, D)
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Day 8 Monday: Cappadocia
Early Morning Optional: Balloon Tour, experience floating above the volcanic valleys, fairy chimneys and caves at sunrise in Cappadocia.
After breakfast we visit the Byzantine frescoed chapels at Goreme, then continue to Ozkonak. We will tour the Pigeon valley and see an eight-story underground city, before visiting a local village famed for its pottery making, Avanos. We will also have the chance to visit to the home of a traditional, Turkish Family. Tonight enjoy dinner in a traditional, Cappadocian restaurant (the Cultural Museum Restaurant built in an old Turkish House and incorporated in the Ethnographical Museum). Overnight in Cappadocia. (B, D)
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Day 9 Tuesday: Cappadocia / Antalya
Today we travel through the Taurus mountains to Antalya. En-route we will visit Aspendos, a Roman city at the foot of the mountains that boasts the best-preserved theatre in antiquity, and Perge. Lunch today is included and will be served casual style in a traditional, village restaurant. Overnight in Antalya. (B, L, D) |
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Day 10 Wednesday: Antalya
Today is a free day where you can relax and enjoy a restful day by the Mediterranean. You may choose to join an Optional tour to visit the Archaeological Museum of Antalya, combined with a cruise from the old Roman Yacht harbour. Overnight in Antalya. (B, D)
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Day 11 Thursday: Antalya / Myra / Kalkan
This morning we will drive to Myra to visit the home church of St. Nicholas (the inspiration for Santa Claus) and explore the ancient city. Later today we continue onto Kalkan. Overnight in Kalkan. (B, D) |
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Day 12 Friday: Kalkan / Fethiye – Return
This morning we will drive to Fethiye and visit the spectacular Lycian tombs, carved into the rock face and resembling small houses. Later you will be transferred to Dalaman airport where the tour ends (flight not included). (B) |
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Important Note: |
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Today is the end of our services. Tour finishes in Ankara after the visit of Anatolian Civilizations Museum. Neither flight between Ankara -Istanbul nor an overnight stay in Ankara are included in the price.
Should you need those services, they may be arranged on demand by us separately with an additional fee. |
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(END OF OUR SERVICES) |
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| TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: |
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Accommodation at boutique hotels |
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Daily buffet breakfast |
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Meals are indicated on itineraries by (B) breakfast, (L) lunch, (D) dinner. |
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English speaking tour director |
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Private, air-conditioned transportation coach |
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Luggage handling. |
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Local taxes and service charges. |
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Airport transfers |
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Flight from Kusadasi – Kayseri |
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| TOUR PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE: |
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Items of a personal nature |
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Optional tours |
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Customary tips to guide and drivers. |
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Travel Insurance |
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Items not mentioned as being included |
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Visa fees |
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| Tour Code |
AA |
| Tour Style |
Small Group, minimum of 2 pax. |
| Tour Length |
11 Nights/ 12 Days. |
| Starts on |
Istanbul (Mon) |
| Ends On |
Fethiye (Fri) |
| Visit |
Istanbul - Cappadocia - Assos - Antalya - Kalkan - Pamukkale - Selcuk or Kusadas |
| Prices |
Starting At USD 2,225* Only. |
| Dates |
Check Dates below. |
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- Enjoy travelling in a small group (maximum 20 people)
- Stay in historical, boutique and comfortable cave hotels
- Explore the ancient and modern city of Istanbul
- Wander through well-preserved cities of antiquity
- Visit a winery and taste some Turkish wine
- See sites off the beaten path, like Soganli Valley
- Enjoy a home visit with a Turkish family in Cappadocia
- Visit small villages and enjoy lunch with local people
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Places
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No of Nights |
Hotels |
| Istanbul |
03 Nights |
Innova Hotel |
| Assos |
01 Night |
Nazlihan |
| Kusadasi |
02 Nights |
La Vista / Kalehan |
| Cappadocia |
02 Nights |
MDC Hotel /Selcuklu Evi |
| Antalya |
02 Nights |
Mediterra Art / Marina |
| Kalkan |
01 Night |
Patara Prince / Rhapsody |
| Hotels will be small boutique and historical type, this is a special category. |
| Please note: (If the above mentioned hotels are not available we will provide similar alternate). |
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| DEPARTURE DATES (2012) |
P/P in double |
P / P in triple |
Single Sup |
• May 07 , 21
• Jun 04,18
• Sep 10, 24
• Oct 08 |
$2,225 |
$2,169 |
$911 |
• Jul 02, 16, 30
• Aug 13, 27 |
$2,325 |
$2,279 |
$945 |
* Prices are per person in USD, Based on twin sharing. |
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