Cappadocia Antalya Fethiye Pergamum Anzac Cove Ayvalik Istanbul
Sightseeing
Duration: 18
Days
Price: 529 GBP (per person in dbl/twin room)
Run: 15th April / 29th April
15th April – Arrival to Istanbul
Welcome to Istanbul, the only city in the world connecting two
continents: Asia and Europe. Meet our reps at the airport for
the complimentary shuttle transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon
our tour leader will brief us about the next days of our journey.
In the evening we’ll join the “Anzac Welcome Dinner”
and get to know our travel mates. (Meal: Dinner)
16th April – Istanbul / Cappadocia
Today depart Istanbul for Cappadocia, the “fantasy land”
of rock formations; chimneys, cones, needles, pillars and pyramids.
On arrival we’ll visit Kervansaray before checking into
our hotel. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)
17th April – Cappadocia
Besides its natural beauty, Cappadocia was the heart of the
Hittite Empire and it hosted Cimmerian, Persian, Macedonian,
Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman civilizations. Today we will explore
the natural and historical beauties of Cappadocia including
the Goreme Open Air Museum, Pigeon Valley, Uchisar. We’ll
also visit local handicraft manufacturers and learn about the
traditional art. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)
18th April – Cappadocia / Antalya
After breakfast head down to the Mediterranean coast. On our
way we’ll visit an Underground City. Late in the evening
we’ll arrive in Antalya, the cosmopolitan city by the
Mediterranean Sea. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)
19th April – Antalya / Fethiye
Today we’ll first visit Antalya before departing for Fethiye,
the heart of the Mediterranean coast of Turkey. Rest of the
day free to start discovering this fantastic region on your
own. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)
20th April – Oludeniz / Kayakoy
(Fethiye)
After breakfast depart for the peaceful lagoon of Oludeniz and
swim in the tranquil waters of Med (if weather allows). In the
afternoon we’ll visit Kayakoy (Karmylassos), the old Greek
town famous for its impressive old stone houses. (Meals: Breakfast,
Dinner)
21st April – Tlos / Saklikent
Gorge (Fethiye)
Today first visit the ancient ruins of Tlos. Then we’ll
proceed to the spectacular Saklikent Gorge. The impressive rocks
and ice-cold water of the canyon will provide us with some unique
hours. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)
22nd April – Pamukkale
After breakfast depart for Pamukkale. We will first visit the
ancient town of Hierapolis, which was the cure centre founded
about 160BC by the king of Pergamum. Our day will continue with
the discovery of the magnificent white calcium formations of
Pamukkale. In the afternoon we’ll head our way to Selcuk
where we’ll stay overnight. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)
23rd April – Ephesus
The best preserved classical Greco-Roman city on the Mediterranean,
Ephesus, will be the first stop of the day. Today we’ll
also visit the House of Virgin Mary. Legend has it that the
Virgin Mary, accompanied by St John, came to Ephesus at the
end of her life, around 37 and 45AD. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)
24th April – Anzac Cove
Today we’ll head to Eceabat, the closest town to Anzac
Cove. After spending some time here, we’ll depart for
Anzac Cove and spend the night there to prepare ourselves for
an unforgetable Dawn Service experience and commemorate the
91st anniversary of the Gallipoli Campaign. (Meal: Breakfast)
25th April – Dawn Service
Early in the morning we’ll attend the Dawn Service and
the national ceremonies. After the ceremonies we’ll continue
our way down to Ayvalik, the charming town by the Aegean Sea.
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch pack, Dinner)
26th April – Pergamum / Ayvalik
Today we’ll first visit the ancient city of Pergamum and
the remains of the Temple of Athena, Temple of Trajan, library
and theatre cut into the hillside.In the afternoon we’ll
return to the coastal village of Ayvalik. In the evening we’ll
join the Anzac Barbecue. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)
27th April – Ayvalik / Troy /
Gallipoli
After breakfast we’ll first visit the island of Cunda
and then head our way to the legendary ancient city of Troy.
Before lunch we’ll depart for Gallipoli to visit all the
sights without the crowds! Our guide will show us Kabatepe War
Museum, Anzac Cove, Chunuk Bair, Lone Pine and tell more about
the campaign. In the afternoon we’ll depart for Istanbul
where we’ll stay overnight. (Meal: Breakfast)
28th April – Istanbul Sightseeing
After breakfast we will start to discover the magnificent sights
of Istanbul including the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace
and Hagia Sophia Museum. Today we’ll also join the Bosphorus
cruise and spend memorable hours on the fascinating strait between
Asia and Europe. (Meal: Breakfast)
29th April – End of services
Our journey and services will end after breakfast at the hotel
and check out. (Meal: Breakfast)
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Please take note of the following:
* Single room booking is NOT available for this tour
* Museum entrance fees are NOT included in tour package price.
What's Included:
* Accommodation in 4* and superior 3* hotels in double/twin
rooms
* Arrival airport transfer
* Welcome dinner in Istanbul
* Anzac barbecue in Ayvalik
* Bosphorus cruise in private boat
* Services of experienced guides licenced by the Ministry of
Tourism
* Guided Gallipoli tour without the crowds
* Excursions as per the itineraries (entrance fees not included)
* Transportation in late model air-conditioned buses featuring
video
* Commemorative t-shirt
* Local taxes and handling services
What's NOT Included:
* International flights to/from Turkey and personal travel insurance,
any other expenses not noted in the above included section or
airport tax, visa for Turkey (if required), any tips to guide,
driver or staff at hotels, items of a personal nature, hotel
extras (minibar, telephone/internet usage, laundry, etc), drinks
with meals (except the drinks served with breakfast) and medical
services.
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