Istanbul
8 Day
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Welcome to Istanbul. You will be transferred to your hotel from the airport in Istanbul today.
We offer an optional half-day tour visiting the Egyptian Spice Bazaar and Rustempasa Mosque followed by a cruise along the European and Asian shores of the Bosphorus. This option departs the hotel at 1 p.m.
Overnight Istanbul
After breakfast we drive towards the nation's capital, Ankara to visit Anitkabir, the Mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk before continuing on to the surreal landscape of Cappadocia.
Overnight Cappadocia
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia today as we visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, and explore the many levels of an underground city. Photo opportunities are everywhe-re so have your cameras ready! Tonight, don't miss the optional Turkish folklore evening featuring folklore and belly dancers... a night you won't forget!
Overnight Cappadocia
Leaving Cappadocia we head south, towards Konya, along the ancient Silk Road, visiting Sultanhani Caravansary, just as the ancient traders did. Once in Konya we tour the Mevlana Museum, the mausoleum of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi and Alaeddin Mosque.
Overnight Konya
Today we head for Pamukkale and it's calcium travertines. Along the way we visit the ancient site of Sagalassos. Conquered by Alexander the Great in 333 BC, earthquakes and plague saw its demise in 541-2. Today it is one of the best preserved sites in Turkey and is on the UNESCO Tentaice list.
Overnight Pamukkale
Visit the ruins of Hierapolis, the Temple of Apollo, Necropolis, and stroll over the magnificent white calcium terraces of Pamukkale. This afternoon we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods.
Overnight Kuşadası
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before continuing to the former Greek village of Sirince, famous for its fruit wines. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and at the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value.
Overnight Istanbul
Your day is free until your return transfer to the airport whe-re your tour concludes.
2023 Departure: March 25, April 8-22, May 6-20, June 3-17, July 1-15-29, August 12-26, September 9-23, October 07-21, November 4
2023 Price: Per person in a double room : 1449 Euro
Single Suplement 440 Euro
Tour includes :
Inbound Transfer - Istanbul Istanbul Airport (IST) Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW)
Professional English-speaking local tour guides at each site
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
Domestic flight between Izmir and Istanbul and transfers
Tips except Driver and Guide
Entrance fees
7 nights accommodation.
7 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners
Tour does not include :
Suggested optional activities
Tips - Driver and Guide
Compulsory Travel Insurance
1. Group Size: Minimum Group Size of 2. Maximum Group Size of 20.
2. Age: Minimum Age of 8. Whilst there is no Maximum Age set it is assumed the customer is fit enough to take part in the activity or tour. Health documents may be requested.
3. Single travellers are obliged to pay Single Supplement and will have the hotel room to themselves.
4. The optional half day Spice Bazaar and Bosphorous tour starts at 13:00. If flying into Istanbul on this day ensure you have left enough time to clear the airport, transfer to your hotel, check-in and be ready at reception before 13:00. We recommend considering an extra night in Istanbul beforehand.
5. We require a copy/image of your passport in order to book flights. You will need to have your passport handy at check-in for any domestic flights. Domestic flight times may vary due to various circumstances.
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