GRAND TURKEY -
15 DAYS - 14 NIGHTS PACKAGE
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Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Istanbul-Gallipoli
06:30 Departure early in the morning from Istanbul. We drive to,
where you will get information about the naval battle that took
place in the Dardanelles prior to the army landings. Later on,
we continue to the Kabatepe War Museum, which contains relics
from the battle including original diary extracts and letters.
Lunch at Eceabat. We then visit Brighton Beach, the intended
landing place and the Anzac Cove where dawn service is held on
each Anzac Day. Also you will visit the Lone Pine Australian
Memorial, Johnston's Jolly and Chunk Bair New Zealand Memorial.
After visiting the Kilitbahir fortress, which was built in 1453
by Mehmet II, the Conqueror (to honor his successful siege of
Constantinople), we will return to Istanbul or cross the Dardanelles
to spend the night in Canakkale.
Day 2 Troy-Pergamon
After breakfast drive to Troy. Here you will learn the mythology
surrounding Troy, The Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. Till now,
10 cities have been discovered, one built on the top of the other,
dating back to 3500 BC. You will see and hear about the Trojan
Horse, Helen of Troy, the Trojan Wars, the battle between Archillies
and Paris, the Remains of Troy IX, the Alters and the Houses of
Troy I, dating back to 2500 BC. After troy lunch break. And then
we drive to Pergamon.
Visiting:
Pergamon ancient city. It is architects and sculptors were among
the finest in the Hellenisticworld. The Modern town and is our
first destination where we will visit The Temple of Trajan, Hellenistic
Barracks and Tower, Palaces, Library, Temple of Athena,Theatre,
temple of Dionysus, Altar and Zeus. Asclepion was one of the most
famous shrines and therapeutic center in the ancient world. Red
Church served as a temple of Serapis, an Egyptian God, used like
church and known one of the Seven churches of Apocalypse of St.John.
Before leaving Pergamon, we will visit local archeoogical Museum.
After Pergamon we drive to Kusadasi and hotel c-in,
Dinner and Overnight stay in Kusadasi
Day 3 Ephesus
After breakfast, pick up from your hotel for Ephesus tour.
09:30 Full Day Ephesus Tour
Visiting:
The ruins of the Temple of Artemis. One of the seven ancient wonders
of the world. Then on to visit Ephesus Ancient City, the best preserved
Greco-Roman city in the world. Here you will explore the Agora,
Odeon, Curettes Street, public toilets, Celsius Library, Hadrian
Temple, Roman Baths, Grand Theatre, Marble Street. After a lunch
break depart for the House of Virgin Mary and visit the chapel
where she is said to have spent her last day. After the tour transfer
to hotel. Dinner and Overnight stay in Kusadasi.
Day 4 Pamukkale
09:00 After breakfast, depart for Pamukkale tour.
12:00 Arrival to Pamukkale and lunch.
13:30 Full Guide Pamukkale Tour
Visiting:
You will see the Cotton Cilifts. Pamukkale is an extraordinary
natural wonder. The calceus waters rise from the ground at a temperature
of 35 C and tumple down the mountain from a height of 100 meters,
forming a myriad of pools. Cream-colored stalactites are formed
as the water overflows from the pools, creating a breathtaking
sight unequalled in the world. Also visit the ancient ruins of
the City of Hierapolis with its Basilica, theatre, Roman Bath and
Necropolis. After the tour transfer to the bus station.
17:00 By bus to Fethiye
21:00 Arrive in Fethiye and pick up from Fethiye bus station to
hotel c-in
Overnight stay in Fethiye
Day 5 Fethiye
08:30 Arrive in Fethiye and transfer to the hotel c-in
Free Day in Fethiye Overnight stay in Fethiye
Day 6 Fethiye-Olympos / Boat Cruise
Day 7 Fethiye-Olympos / Boat Cruise
Day 8 Fethiye-Olympos / Boat Cruise
Day 9 Olympos
After breakfast, transfer to Olympos and accomodation-cin
Free Day in Olympos
Dinner and Overnight stay in Olympos
Day 10 Antalya
After breakfast, transfer to Antalya and hotel c-in
Free Day in Antalya
Overnight stay in Antalya
Day 11 Antalya
After breakfast, pick up from your hotel for Antalya city tour
09:30 Full Guide Antalya city tour
Visiting:
Perge was Roman Province, Stadium (seating 12.000), Bath and Colonaded
Street. In Aspendos, you can see the Roman Theatre built in the
second century that seats 15.000. Side is one of the best classical
sites in Turkey with Apollon Temple, ancient ruins and two sandy
beaches. About 14 km North-east of Antalya and 1 km North of Aksu
is Kursunlu waterfall , a shady park set in a pine forest with
a waterfall and pool.It’s a good place to get away from the
noise and activity of Rush city life. After the tour transfer back
to Antalya city center and free time in Anyalya.
19:00 Transfer to the bus station
Overnight by bus to Cappadocia (first class comfortable bus)
Day 12 Cappadocia
08:30 Arrive in Cappadocia and transfer to the hotel Free Day in
Cappadocia
Overnight stay in Cappadocia (Cave Hotel)
Day 13 Cappadocia
Afterbreakfast, pick up from yourhotel for Cappadocia tour
09:30 Full Day Cappadocia Tour – (North)
Visiting:
Zelve Open air museum where three canyons meet in the Valley. Then
visit Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy-chimneys. Drive to
Pasabag (Monks Valley) to see most interesting mushroom-shaped
pinnacles. Drive to the city of Avanos for lunch. In the afternoon
visit Göreme Open-Air Museum where the remains of rock-hewn
churches and Christian settlements date back hundreds of years.
Before end of the tour visit the naturel Castle at Uçhisar.
After the tour transfer back to the hotel. Overnight stay in Cappadocia
(Cave Hotel).
Day 14 Cappadocia
Breakfast at the hotel
09:30 Full Day Cappadocia Tour – (South)
Visiting:
Derinkuyu Underground City to visit the huge refugee settlement
carved by early Christians, where they used to hide from persecutors.
From Derinkuyu continue to the beautiful Valley of Ihlara, formely
known as Peristerema. Explore the famous rock-hewn churches and
hike 4 km through the valley. On the way back to monasteries in
Selime Village and 13th century Caravansaray built by Selçuk
Turks on the Silk Road. After the tour transfer back to the town
and free time.
20:00 Overnight by bus to back to Istanbul (first class comfortable
bus)
Day 15 Istanbul
07:30 Arrive in Istanbul and transfer to the Sultanahmet
This tour operates all year round (subject to weather conditions
in winter).
We can also extend your stay by adding more sights in Turkey
What is included ?
Pick up and drop off
Professional English speaking tour guides and drivers
Half Day Full Guided Gallipoli Tour with lunch
Half Day Full Guided Troy Tour with Lunch
Half Day Full Guided Pergamon Tour
1 Day Full Guided Ephesus Tour with lunch
1 Day Full Guided Pamukkale Tour with lunch
3 Night/4 Day Boat Cruise with breakfast,lunch and Dinner
2 Day Full Guided Cappadocia Tour
1 Night accomodation in Canakkale (3 star hotel) with breakfast
2 Night accomodation in Kusadasi (4 star)with breakfast and dinner
2 Night accomodation in Fethiye (3 star) with breakfast
1 Night accomodation in Olympos (tree house) with breakfast and
dinner
1 Night accomodation in Antalya (Old Turkish style house) with
breakfast
2 Night accomodation in Cappadocia (cave hotel) with breakfast
All bus titickets(Istanbul-Gallipoli-Pergamon-Kusadasi-Pamukkale-Cappadocia-
Istanbul)
All of the transfers by a comfortable vehicle
All of the tax and service charges
All entrance fees
What is NOT included ? Drinks with meals
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
International Flights