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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 - the only city that spans two continents. We visit the Blue Mosque, marvel at the beauty of The Aya Sofya, soak in the Sultan’s opulence at Topkapi Palace and explore the Hippodrome. Tonight have fun getting to know your travelling companions over a delicious welcome dinner. Overnight Istanbul (B, D) |
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ANKARA
Explore Istanbul at your own pace this morning, or join an optional Bosphorous Cruise. Leave the former capital in the afternoon and head towards Ankara. Overnight Ankara (B,D)
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ANKARA, CAPPADOCIA
This morning, we will visit Anatolian Civilisation Museum and Mausoleum of Ataturk in Ankara before heading onto Cappadocia. Overnight Cappadocia (B,D) |
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GOREME, UNDERGROUND CITY
Today we tour the Goreme open-air museum, Pasabag and Uchisar castle and underground city. Photo opportunities are everywhere so have your cameras ready! Tonight, don't miss the optional Turkish folklore evening featuring folklore and belly dancers... a night you won't forget! Overnight Cappadocia (B,D) |
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KONYA, PAMUKKALE
Leaving Cappadocia we head south along the ancient Silk Road just as the ancient traders did. Along the way we visit Sultanhani Caravansary, before stopping at Konya to tour the Mevlana Museum. Overnight Pamukkale (B, D) |  |
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PAMUKKALE, APHRODISIAS
This morning we head to the fascinating, chalky terrace of Pamukkale. Take the opportunity to bathe in the healing thermal waters of the nearby hot springs of Hierapolis known for their therapeutic powers. In the afternoon we travel to Izmir, Turkey’s third largest city located on the Mediterranean coast. Overnight Izmir (B, D) |  |
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EPHESUS
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 Izmir (B, D) |  |
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IZMIR
After breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends and you will be transferred to the airport. (B) |  |
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o Inbound airport transfer - Istanbul
o Outbound airport transfer - Izmir
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 8 breakfasts, 7 dinners
o 8 nights 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 |
| Kusadasi : Ephesus Ancient City, House of Virgin Mary, Ephesus Archaeological Museum, Isabey Mosque, Temple of Artemis |
| Pamukkale : Hierapolis, Pamukkale, Aphrodisias |
| Konya : Mevlana Museum |
Cappadocia : Goreme Open Air Museum, Undeground City, Sultanhani Caravansarai
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| Ankara : Anitkabir, Anatolian Civilisations Museum |
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