Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale, Selcuk, Izmir, Ephesus, Sirince, Kusadasi
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Discover all the wonders of Turkey
Day 1 – Friday: Istanbul
Upon your arrival into Istanbul New airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your own leisure. Overnight Istanbul.
Day 2 – Saturday: Istanbul
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a guided tour to Topkapi Palace, St. Sophia (external visit), Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar. Overnight Istanbul (B)
Day 3 – Sunday: Istanbul – Ankara – Cappadocia
After breakfast, depart for Ankara and visit the Mausoleum of Ataturk and its museum. This is the burial place of the national hero who founded the modern Republic of Turkey. Continue to Cappadocia, travelling along the picturesque Salt Lake. Overnight Cappadocia (B, D)
Day 4 – Monday: Cappadocia
Early in the morning an optional Hot Air Balloon tour is available. Then, full day excursion in Cappadocia including visits to the Underground City, Open Air Museum in Goreme and natural fortress in Uchisar. After lunch in a local restaurant, you 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 available tonight. Overnight stay in Cappadocia. (B,L)
Day 5 – Tuesday: Cappadocia – Konya – Pamukkale
Early departure for Konya with a visit to the 13th century Seljukian masterpiece Sultanhan Caravanserai on the way. After visiting the Mausoleum of Mevlana in Konya, continue to Pamukkale. Overnight Pamukkale (B, D)
Day 6 – Wednesday: Pamukkale – Selcuk – Izmir
After breakfast, visit the ancient Hierapolis with the magnificent Necropolis, graveyard and the lime cascades. Continue to Selcuk and visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, before departing for Izmir. Overnight Izmir. (B, D)
Day 7 – Thursday: Izmir – Ephesus – Sirince – Izmir
Morning drive to Ancient city of Ephesus where you will visit its magnificent library, theatre and temples. Lunch will be in a nomadic tent in Selcuk to taste traditional Turkish Gozleme. Continue to one of the most beautiful villages in Turkey, Sirince, for some free time. Return to Izmir. Overnight Izmir. (B, L, D)
Day 8 – Friday: Izmir – Kusadasi (optional)
After breakfast, transfer to Izmir airport or to Kusadasi port. End of our services. (B)
Accommodation (or similar):
ISTANBUL: Konak Hotel Taksim
CAPPADOCIA: Alfina Cave Or Yusuf Yigitoglu Konagi
PAMUKKALE: Adem Pira Hotel
IZMIR: Kaya Izmir Thermal Hotel
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Things to Note:
– Accommodation is subject to change without notice. Every effort is made to avoid hotel changes, but should a mid-tour hotel change become necessary after this list has been printed, contact details of the new hotel will be supplied to you by your Tour Director.
– Hotel rooms may not be available for check-in before 2:00 p.m. Hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling are not included in the tour price.
– Tour can be a combination of regular tours, therefore coach changes may be required. The same people may not be travelling throughout the tour.
– On arrival at your hotel, please check the bulletin board of the hotel for more details. Look for the information from the supplier listed on your voucher.
– Tour does not include entry visa into Turkey
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All rates are based on twin/double share. Please enquire for single and triple rates. Rates are based on AUD. Availability is conditional on final confirmation from the supplier and is subject to change.
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