Treasures of Turkey Tour – 13 Days, 12 Nights

Experience The Real Turkey

Istanbul. the Bosphorus and then on to Gallipoli. Followed by the ancient sites then Konya and the unique landscape of Cappadocıa.

All the treasures of Turkey wrapped up in a neat 13 day package.Experience the wonders of Istanbul’s Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace before departing for Gallipoli and further on to Troy and Pergamum. See magnificent Ephesus and Pamukkale before crossing over to Konya, home of the Whirling Dervishes. Finally Cappadocia with it’s moonlike landscapes and early Christian history. Fly back to Istanbul and enjoy for a free day to see the cosmopolitan side of this beautiful city before your final departure.

Day by Day Itinerary

EXPAND DESCRIPTIONS

DAY 1 - Arrival in Istanbul

Transfer to your hotel. Dinner in local restaurant. Evening in Istanbul

DAY 2 - Istanbul Old City Tour

Visit: Hagia Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, Byzantine Hippodrome with its Obelisks, Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar. Dinner at famous lively Kumkapi Fish area with gypsy music. Evening in Istanbul.

DAY 3 - Bosphorus Cruise Tour

Free morning and afternoon private cruise tour on the amazing Bosphorus. Evening in Istanbul.

DAY 4 - Travel to Canakkale/Gallipoli Tour

Check-out and travel to Gallipoli. Lunch on arrival in Eceabat. After lunch visit Anzac Cove, original tunnels and trenches at Johnston Jolly, The Nek Cemetery, Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial, Lone Pine Australian Memorial and Brighton Beach. Dinner in a horbourside restaurant in Canakkale. Evening in Canakkale.

DAY 5 - Troy,Pergamon Tour/Travel to Selcuk

Visit the ancient ruins of Troy, one of the world's most important archaeological sites. After Troy your tour proceeds to Pergamon. Explore Athena and Trojan Temples, Temples of Zeus and Dionysos, Gymnasium of Youth, Odeon, Library, Agora, Great Theatre, Roman Bath and view Asclepion. Drive to Selcuk. Evening in Selcuk.

DAY 6 - Ephesus Ancient City Tour

Visit to the House of Virgin Mary, the City of Ephesus, Temple of Artemis and Ephesus Museum. Afternoon visit Greek Village of Sirince. Evening in Selcuk.

DAY 7 - Pamukkale,Hierapolis Tour

Drive to Pamukkale. Visit the ancient city of Hierapolis with its Temple of Apollo, the Theatre, Necropolis and baths of Hierapolis Antique City. Finally visit the calcium terraces and pools. Evening in Pamukkale.

DAY 8 - Konya

Depart for a morning drive to Konya through the lovely lake district of Isparta. Evening in Konya.

DAY 9 - Cappadocia

Morning visit Mevlana Museum before driving to the area known as Cappadocia. Dinner in an outhentic Anatolian Restaurant. Evening in Goreme.

DAY 10 - South Cappadocia Tour

Visit Derinkuyu Underground City, Ihlara Valley, lunch break in Belisirma Village by the river. After lunch visit Selime, panoramic viewing point and then Agzikarahan, a 13th Century Seljuk Karavansaray on the silk road. Evening Folk Dance Dinner Show. Evening in Goreme.

DAY 11 - North Cappadocia Tour/Flight to Istanbul

Visit Devrent Valley and Pasabaglari Fairy Chimneys, Avanos, Uchisar Castle, Pigeon Valley and Esentepe for a panoramic view of Goreme Valley. Finally Goreme Open Air Museum. After your tour transfer to airport for flight to Istanbul. Upon your arrival at Istanbul Airport transfer to your hotel. Evening in Istanbul.

DAY 12 - Free day in Istanbul

Free day in Istanbul before our farewell dinner. Evening in Istanbul.

DAY 13 - Departure

Breakfast,check-out and transfer to International Airport for departure.

Inclusions

* Airport transfers on tour
* Hotel accommodation
* Internal flight tickets
* Confortable Air Conditioned quality Mini Bus
* TURSAB qualified guide fort he whole of your tour 10 days
* Entrance Fees
* Meals as per İtinerary (B:Breakfast, L:Lunch, D:Dinner)
* Local taxes
*Private Bosphorus Tour
*Travel Insurance while on tour
*HOTELS
5 x Nights (Ayasofya Hotel or similar) – Istanbul
1 Night (Grand Anzac Hotel or similar) – Canakkale
2 Nights (Kalehan Hotel or similar) -Selcuk
1 Night (Pam Thermal Hotel or similar) – Pamukkale
1 Night (Rumi Hotel or similar) – Konya
2 Nights (Stone House Cave Hotel or similar) – Goreme

Payment Terms:
Upon booking a non refundable deposit of 20% is required and balance of final payment one month prior to arrival in Istanbul by credit card or bank transfer.

Cancellation Policy:
*Cancellation after booking received – retention of 20% non refundable deposit.
*After one month prior to arrival we reserve the right for a further charge of 20% of cost of tour.

Exclusions

*Meals and drinks other than specified
*Drinks
*Optional activities ie Sunrise Balloon Flight
*Items of a personal nature while travelling

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