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ISTANBUL
Welcome to Istanbul, a city steeped in history! You’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours, free to relax or explore this amazing city.
Overnight Istanbul
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ISTANBUL OLD CITY
After breakfast, enjoy a fully guided tour of Istanbul – once known as the former imperial capital of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. We visit the Blue Mosque, Aya Sofya, soak in the Sultan’s opulence at Topkapi Palace, explore the underground Basilica Cistern & the Hippodrome..Tonight get to know your travelling companions a little better at your welcome dinner.
Overnight Istanbul (B, D)
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GALLIPOLI, BATTLEFIELDS
Morning departure, headed towards the WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli. Our tour of the area will cover ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Australian War Memorial and cemetery, Chunuk Bair New Zealand War Memorial and cemetery, the Nek, Johnston’s Jolly and the many fortified trenches still clearly visible amongst the scrub after all these years.
Overnigh Canakkale (B, D)
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TROY, ACROPOLIS OF PERGAMUM
Step back in time today as we visit Troy and its famed Trojan Horse, followed by a tour of the magnificent acropolis of Pergamum. Its impressive temples and library made it a renowned cultural and political centre in its time. Overnight Kusadasi (B, D) |
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EPHESUS, KUSADASI
Today feel the ancient times with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Explore this stunningly preserved city and learn about its past as a major trading centre. Discover the place where the Virgin Mary spent her last days. Visit a rug maker and find out about the local craft this country is famous for – carpet weaving.
Overnight Kusadasi (B, D)
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PAMUKKALE, HIERAPOLIS
This morning we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
Overnight Marmaris (B, D)
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PAMUKKALE, BURSA, ISTANBUL
Today we return to Istanbul, passing through rural Turkey and ancient Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire and an important trading and cultural centre. We visit the famous Green Mosque and explore the Silk Bazaar. Overnight Istanbul (B) |  |
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ISTANBUL
After breakfast we conclude our tour, say goodbye to our new friends and transfer you to the airport for your onward flight. (B) |
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o Inbound & outbound airport transfers - Istanbul
o Outbound transfer to Marmaris ferry port
o Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
o Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour
o Entrance fees to the various sites
o 7 breakfasts, 5 dinners
o 7 nights 4 star & 5 star accommodation |
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o Tips on included excursions
o Optional activities
o International Flights and departure taxes
o Pre and post tour accommodation
o Turkey Entry visa
o Personal expenses |
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Istanbul : Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome |
| Canakkale : Anzac Cove, Gallipoli, Chunuk Bair |
| Pergamum : Troy, Asclepion |
| Kusadasi : Ephesus Ancient City, House of Virgin Mary, Ephesus Archaeological Museum, Isabey Mosque, Temple of Artemis |
| Pamukkale : Hierapolis, Pamukkale, Aphrodisias |
| Bursa : Green Mosque, Silk Bazaar |
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