Classical Turkey
10 Days Escorted to the top destinations in Turkey.
Istanbul | Hagia Sophia interior |
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Pamukkale, Turkey | Ephesus |
Itinerary (B = breakfast, L = lunch D = dinner)
DAY 1 Friday: Istanbul
Upon your arrival, you will be met by our representative before transfer to your Hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your own leisure.
DAY 2 Saturday: Istanbul Full Day (B)
After breakfast at the hotel, a guided tour to Topkapi Palace, St. Sophia, Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar will commence. The day ends with an overnight stay in Istanbul.
DAY 3 Sunday: Istanbul- Ankara – Cappadocia (B, D)
After breakfast, we depart for Ankara where we will visit Mausoleum of Ataturk and its Museum. This is the burial place of the national hero who founded modern Republic of Turkey. We then depart for Cappadocia. After a picturesque trip along the Salt Lake, we will arrive in Cappadocia for an overnight stay.
DAY 4 Monday: Cappadocia Full Day (B, L)
Early in the morning an optional Balloon tour is available. Then, full day excursion in Cappadocia including visits to the Kaymakli Underground City, Open Air Museum in Goreme and natural fortress in Uchisar. Lunch in a cave rest. to taste famous Pottery Kebap. Here, we will have the opportunity to discover and understand the rich history behind local handicrafts like hand-made carpets, Turkish tiles, onyx and potteries. Optional night tour with a Turkish show and dinner is avaliable tonight. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.
DAY 5 Tuesday: Cappadocia - Konya – Pamukkale (B, D)
Early departure for Pamukkale. On the way, visit the 13th century Seljukian masterpiece Sultanhan Caravanserai before arrival in Konya. After visiting the Mausoleum of Mevlana, we continue our drive to Pamukkale for an overnight stay.
DAY 6 Wednsday: Pamukkale - Izmir (B, D)
After breakfast, visit the ancient Hierapolis with the magnificent Necropolis, graveyard and the lime cascade. Thereafter, we continue our drive to Selcuk to visit Temple of Artemis ''one of the seven wonders of the ancient world'' then continue to Izmir for overnight stay.
DAY 7 Thursday: Izmir - Ephesus - Sirince - Izmir (B, L, D)
Morning drive to Ancient city of Ephesus where we will visit its magnificent library, theater and temples. Lunch in nomadic tent in Selcuk to taste Turkish Gozleme. Continue to marvelous village of Sirince where you are able to experience one of the most beautiful villages in Turkey. You may be able to do shopping and taste delicious wines of the village Return to Izmir for overnight stay.
DAY 8 Friday: Izmir - Pergamum – Canakkale (B,D)
Early departure for Bergama to visit the Asklepion with its well preserved remains before continuing to Troy; the site where the legendary Trojan War took place. Drive to Canakkale for an overnight stay.
DAY 9 Sat: Canakkale - Gallipoli - Istanbul (B)
After breakfast, we will cross the Dardanelles then continue to Gallipoli to visit Anzac Cove, Nek, Conk Bair, Lone Pine and 57th Regiment Memorial. Arrival in Istanbul and overnight.
DAY 10 Sun: Istanbul (B)
After Breakfast transfer to the airport - end of services.
DON'T FORGET:
Please allow three hours for check-in to your international flights and two hours for domestic.
OUR TIPS:
1. How much would it cost to fly from an airport not listed as part of this deal?
Please contact us for additional pricing options from any departure airport not listed.
2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal?
Yes, you can arrange for that by contacting us either by phone or email.
3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available?
Check the dates listed above to see if there is availability for the specific date you are interested in. If there are multiple dates listed feel free to contact us for the most up-to-date availability.
From $2,770
10
days
Tour Features:
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9 nights at Hotels as noted.
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Full-day tour of Istanbul.
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Arrival and departure transfers.
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Meal plan as per itinerary with Breakfast daily.
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Sightseeing on air conditioned vehicles with English speaking professional tour guide.
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Entrance fees to all places visited and Museums.
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All Hotel service and local taxes are included.
PRICE INCLUDES:
Rates are per person, based on double occupancy.
Single occupancy please add $490. Triple occupancy please deduct $30 per person.
Cancellation policy and fees:
All cancellations subject to fee up to date specified.
Travel insurance is highly recommended.
NOT INCLUDED:
Visa, personal expenses and tipping.
International airfare is not included.
All airfare is nonrefundable after booking.
Additional fees: Baggage fees may apply.
Anything not listed above.
HOTELS:
(4-5* & Special Class) or similar
Istanbul: Titanic City (Taksim Center)
Cappadocia: Dilek Kaya (Cave Style Hotel)
Pamukkale: Doga Thermal
Izmir: Kaya Thermal
Canakkale: Kolin
Istanbul Return: Sura (Old Town / 5 Star)
SCHEDULE:
Every Friday
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