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Tour Summary :
The tour begins in Istanbul, where we will visit Topkapi Palace and the stunning Blue Mosque. We will travel onto Ankara (Turkey's capital city) before arriving in Cappadocia, the land of 'Fairy Chimneys'. After spending time exploring this lunar-like landscape we continue overland to Pamukkale, an area famed for its natural travertine pools. We finish our adventure in Kusadasi, a town situated on Turkey's Aegean coast, from where we will visit the ancient city of Ephesus. The Tour concludes in Kusadasi.
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Day 1 Friday / Sunday: Istanbul - Arrive
Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Welcome briefing. Overnight in Istanbul. |
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Day 2 Saturday / Monday: Istanbul
Full day tour of Istanbul including the Topkapi Palace, the official and primary residence in the city of the Ottoman Sultans for approximately 400 years (excluding harem) and the Hippodrome, from the days of Constantinople's glory as an imperial capital. We will also visit the largest mosque in Turkey—the stunning Blue Mosque – and the colorful Grand Bazaar. Overnight in Istanbul.
Optional: Dinner with belly dancing entertainment. (B) |
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Day 3 Sunday / Tuesday: Istanbul / Ankara
Morning Optional tour of St. Sophia and Bosphorous cruise. At approximately 15:00 this afternoon we depart for Ankara, the capital of Turkey. We will arrive in Ankara this late this evening. Overnight in Ankara. (B, D) |
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Day 4 Monday / Wednesday: Ankara / Cappadocia
This morning we will visit the Anatolian Civilization Museum to view artifacts from the Paleolithic Age to the Classical Period. Afterwards we continue to the Mausoleum of Ataturk, the father of modern Turkey. Later today we drive to Cappadocia, known as the land of Fairy Chimneys for its unique geological features. On the way we stop and visit the 13th century Agzikarahan Caravanserai, built to provide accommodation and amenities for merchants who rode by in caravans. Overnight in Cappadocia (B, D) |
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Day 5 Tuesday / Thursday: Cappadocia
Early Morning Optional: Balloon Tour - experience floating above the volcanic valleys, fairy chimneys and caves at sunrise in Cappadocia.
After breakfast visit Goreme's rock chapels (decorated with 6th century frescoes), Pasabagi, formerly known as "Monk's Valley," and Red Valley, known not only for its natural formations but also for the numerous churches and homes carved into the rock. In the afternoon we will have a brief regional pottery workshop in a cave. You will also have the chance to see the impressive underground city of Sarhatli. Overnight in Cappadocia. (B, D)
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Day 6 Wednesday / Friday: Cappadocia / Pamukkale
Today we drive to Pamukkale, known as the "cotton castle" or fortress, for its white limestone cascades. En-route we will visit the famous mausoleum of the Sufi philosopher, Mevlana. Overnight in Pamukkale. (B, D) |
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Day 7 Thursday / Saturday : Pamukkale / Kusadasi
Early this morning we will visit the unique, white, calcium cascades of Pamukkale – a natural attraction that will leave you breathless! We will also pay a visit to one of the first modern spa centers of the ancient World, Hierapolis. Later today we drive on to Kusadasi, situated on the Aegean coast. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi (B, D) |
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Day 8 Friday / Sunday: Kusadasi - Ephesus & St. Mary's House
Today you will tour Ephesus, one of the most magnificent excavations in the world. Visit the Odeon (concert hall), the Fountain of Trajan and the steam-heat Baths of Scolastika. 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. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Afternoon Optional: tour of Sardis or Sirince. (B, D) |
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Day 9 Saturday / Monday: Kusadasi - Return
Today you will be transferred to the Pier for your departure. (B) |
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| TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: |
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Accommodation |
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Meals are indicated on itineraries by (B) breakfast, (L) lunch, (D) dinner. |
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Licensed guides throughout the tour |
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Private air-condition transportation. |
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Luggage handling. |
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Local taxes and service charges. |
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Arrival and departure transfers at the beginning and on the last day of tour. |
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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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Flight from Kusadasi at the end of the tour |
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| Tour Style |
(Small Group Tour) |
| Tour Length |
08 Nights/ 09 Days. |
| Starts on |
Istanbul (Fri / Sun) |
| Ends On |
Istanbul (Sat / Mon) |
| Visit |
Istanbul (Arrival) - Ankara - Cappadocia - Pamukkale- Kusadasi - Ephesus - Kusadasi (Departure) |
| Prices |
Starting At USD $999* Only. |
| Dates |
Check Dates below. |
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- Explore the ancient and modern city of Istanbul
- Visit the spectacular 'Fairy Chimneys' of Cappadocia
- Marvel at the natural limestone cascades of Pamukkale
- Wander through the famous archaeological site of Ephesus
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Places
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No. of Nights |
Hotels |
| Istanbul |
02 Nights |
Hilton Parksa / Hilton Garden Inn Golden Horn |
| Ankara |
01 Night |
Barcelo Altinel |
| Cappadocia |
02 Nights |
Dedeman Hotel |
| Pamukkale |
01 Night |
Lycus River Hotel |
| Kusadasi |
02 Nights |
Charisma |
| 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 |
| Jan 06, 20 |
$999 |
$1,029 |
$405 |
| Feb 17 |
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| Mar 09, 23 |
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| Apr 06, 13, 20, 27 |
$1,159 |
$1,135 |
$470 |
| May 04, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 |
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| Jun 01, 08, 15, 22, 29 |
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| Jul 06, 13, 20, 27 |
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| Aug 03, 10, 17, 24, 31 |
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| Sep 07, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 |
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| Oct 05, 07, 12, 14, 19, 26 |
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| Nov 02, 16 |
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| Dec 21 |
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| Departure dates (2013) |
P/P in double |
P / P in triple |
Single Sup |
| Jan 1,25 |
$1,055 |
$1,029 |
$445 |
Feb 08,22
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| * Prices are in USD-Based on per person on a twin sharing basis. |
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