Anzac Day Cappadocia Ephesus Pamukkale Gallipoli Troy Istanbul
Duration:
10 Days
Price: 399 GBP (per person in dbl/twin room)
Run: 21st April / 30th April
21st 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)
22nd April – Istanbul Sightseeing
After breakfast we will start to discover the magnificent sights
of Istanbul including the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace
and St Sophia Museum. Today we’ll also join the Bosphorus
cruise and spend memorable hours on the fascinating strait between
Asia and Europe. (Meal: Breakfast)
23rd April – Gallipoli / Ayvalik
In the morning we depart Istanbul for Gallipoli to visit all
the important memorial sites in the region without the crowds!
Our guide will take us to Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Chunuk
Bair, Lone Pine and tell us all the stories about the legendary
campaign. In the afternoon depart for Ayvalik, the charming
Aegean sea resort. After refreshing ourselves in our 4 star
hotel, we’ll join the “Anzac Eve Barbeque”
in the evening.
(Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)
24th April – Ayvalik / Anzac Cove
Today first visit Cunda Island in Ayvalik before heading our
way to the ancient city of Troy. After discovering this interesting
sight, we’ll depart for 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 for an unforgetable
Dawn Service experience and commemorate anniversary of the Gallipoli
Campaign. (Meal: Breakfast)
25th April – Dawn Service
Early in the morning we will attend the Dawn Service and the
national ceremonies. After ceremonies we’ll continue our
way down to Selcuk. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch pack, Dinner)
26th April – Ephesus
After breakfast we’ll discover the best preserved ancient
city in Turkey, Ephesus. We’ll also visit the House of
Virgin Mary before heading our way to Pamukkale famous for its
unusual landscape. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)
27th April – Pamukkale
Today first visit the ancient city 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. Then we’ll drive
to Cappadocia, the fantasy land of rock formations; chimneys,
cones, needles, pillars and pyramids. (Meals: Breakfast, Dinner)
28th April – Cappadocia
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 and Uchisar. We’ll also visit local handicraft
manufacturers and learn about the traditional art. (Meals: Breakfast,
Dinner)
29th April – Cappadocia / Istanbul
After breakfast we’ll explore the impressive “rock-cut”
underground city in the region. Before noon we’ll depart
for Istanbul and arrive there late in the evening. (Meal: Breakfast)
30th April – End of Services
Our journey and services will end after breakfast at the hotel
and check out. (Meals: 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.
Package
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Anzac Dawn Service |
