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Starting and finishing in Istanbul this 19-day small-group tour visits some of the region's most important ancient sites while also taking in the beautiful scenery of the Mediterranean coastline, inland forests and Mount Ararat
Dagprogramma / Reisroute
- Dag 1
- Arrive Into Istanbul, Transfer To Hotel...
- Dag 2
- Istanbul, Old City Tour.
- Dag 3
- Gallipoli Battlefields And Memorials To...
- Dag 4
- Tour Of Troy And The Acropolis Of Perga...
- Dag 5
- Kusadasi, Ephesus Roman Ruins, Wine Tas...
- Dag 6
- Aphrodisias And Onwards To Pamukkale{Eo...
- Dag 7
- Pamukkale Pools, Hierapolis And Salda L...
- Dag 8
- Free Day.
- Dag 9
- Deserted Greek Village Of Kayakoy, To A...
- Dag 10
- Perge & Aspendoswe Will Visit...
- Dag 11
- Exploring Konya And The Çatalhöyük Muse...
- Dag 12
- Sultanhani Caravansary & Cappadocia Und...
- Dag 13
- Cappadocia Goreme, Pigeon And Red Valle...
- Dag 14
- Travel To Ankara And Fly To Van{Eo...
- Dag 15
- Van And Akdamar Islandafter B...
- Dag 16
- Dogubayazit, Ararat And Drive To Kars{E...
- Dag 17
- Visit The Ruins Of Ani, 12 Apostles Chu...
- Dag 18
- Fly From Kars To Istanbul.
- Dag 19
- Istanbul, Free Time, Transfer To Airpor...
Reisbestemmingen (9): Ankara, Antalya, Canakkale, Goreme, Istanbul, Kars, Konya, Kusadasi, Pamukkale
Details
Turkey is a land of contrasts, with a vibrant modern culture following a long history showing the marks of several different civilisations which have left a wealth of incredible ancient sites to explore. The scenery also varies hugely, from the dramatic Bosphorous strait in Istanbul, to the beautiful Mediterranean coastline, forested hills and mountains further inland and special highlights like the surreal landscapes of Pamukkale and Cappadocia.
This comprehensive 19 day tour takes all this in and more. Starting and finishing in Istanbul, the tour learns about modern history at the war memorials and ANZAC cemeteries at Gallipoli before developing deeper into the past with tours of some of the region's most important historic sites at Troy, Ephesus, Hieropolis, Aphrodisias, Aspendos and Side. There are plenty of stops to relax and enjoy the seaside at the coastal towns of Kusadasi and Fethiye and Antalya, with a 12-island boat cruise also included in the Gulf of Fethiye.
The tour then heads inland, following the ancient Silk Road trading route to see the Sultanhani Caravansary at Konya before heading south east to see Lake Van, Biblical Mount Ararat, Kars and the ruins of ancient Ani.
There are a wealth of opportunities to taste traditional and modern Turkish cuisine and to pick up souvenirs and learn more about this fascinating country along the way. Accommodation is in a mix of 4-5 star and boutique style properties, either on a breakfast only or half-board basis depending on the location and other options available nearby.
Many of our group itineraries can be booked as private departures, offering the flexibility to customise your accommodation or work with our sales team to create a completely tailor-made journey. Contact us for details