5
Day Gold ANZAC Tour Turkey
This tour is suitable for
those on a tight time frame and would like to experience Istanbul and
Gallipoli at its finest. Tour includes Istanbul City tour, Gallipoli,
the Anzac Dawn Services. Also including airport transfers from both
airports, luxury air-conditioned coach transport throughout, welcome
cocktail, an ANZAC BBQ buffet dinner on the Anzac Peninsula, all
entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary, 5 star accommodation and
professional English speaking tour guides who have the insight,
knowledge and experience to give you the best Anzac Tour money can buy.
We will make your trip a lifetime memory. All you need to do is book
with us and we will take care of all your travel needs!
Day 1- Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey!!! Today is your arrival day. Airport transfers are
available from Ataturk International Airport during the hours of 8am
till 11pm. Transfers will be made to your Hotel where you will be met by
your Tour guide and checked into your room @ The Dedeman Hotel
Note!!
Transfers from Sabiha Gokcen Airport are unavailable as are transfers
for those arriving outside of the transfer window..
Day 2 - Istanbul City Tour
We depart from the hotel at 0830 for the Istanbul city tour. TOPKAPI
PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th
centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and
Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the
famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle;
enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE
Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect
Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior
decoration of blue Iznik tiles.
HIPPODROME Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the
three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column
and the Column of Constantine. Lunch break and then we head to the SPICE
BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar) The air here is filled with the enticing aromas
of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable
herb and spice.
This Afternoon there is the
option of joining us as we enjoy bosphorus Cruise.
Day 3 – Gallipoli -
Dawn Service
Breakfast - Dinner
We depart for Gallipoli at 07:00 (4.5 hour drive). A stop will be
provided on the way down for supplies. We start our tour of the
Gallipoli Peninsula a little after midday. The tour includes the
Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Lone Pine (Australia’s Memorial and
Cemetery), Quinns Post, Turkish 57th Regiment Cemetery, The Nek and
Chunuk-Bair (New Zealand's Memorial and Cemetery). After the tour we
drive to the coast of Gabatepe for our big ANZAC BBQ and buffet dinner. At approx 21.30 pm we will depart to
take our seats for the Dawn Service. Overnight Anzac Cove.
Day 4 - Gallipoli Dawn Service
Breakfast and Dinner Included
Don't forget your sleeping bags, warm clothes, breakfast box, wet
weather gear and torches because Gallipoli is still as dark and cold
today as it was years ago when your ancestors landed.
04:30 Dawn Service.
10:30 Australian National service
11.45 Turkish National Service
13:00 New Zealand National service
After the Services (approx 3pm) we will drive to Istanbul (4.5 hour
drive). Dinner will be served at your 5star Hotel. Overnight
Istanbul @ the Dedaman Hotel
Day 5- Istanbul
- The End
Breakfast included
After breakfast check out from the hotel. We hope your tour was a
memorable one and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another
tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing our agency.
Tour Inclusions:
4 Breakfasts, 1 BBQ buffet dinner
Professional English speaking tour guide
All transportation by Private air-conditioned bus service
3 nights, 5 star hotel accommodation in Istanbul @ The Dedeman Hotel
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
Arrival airport transfers between 8am and 11pm
TOUR PRICE:
This tour is for those who
want to visit Anzac Day, Troy and Gallipoli in a short time, but travel
style. Enjoy our Istanbul City tour, Gallipoli, The Anzac Dawn Services,
Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy, and free time to explore Assos. Also
including arrival airport transfers from Ataturk airport,
air-conditioned coach transport throughout, all entrance fees mentioned
in the itinerary, 5 star accommodation @ the Dedaman Hotel and
professional English speaking tour guides who have the insight,
knowledge and experience to give you the best Anzac Tour money can buy.
We will make your trip a lifetime memory. All you need to do is book
with us and we will take care of all your travel needs!
Day 1- Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey!!! Today is your arrival day. Airport transfers are
available from Ataturk International Airport during the hours of 8am
till 11pm. Transfers will be made to your Hotel where you will be met by
your Tour guide and checked into your room @ The Dedeman Hotel
Optional Activity -
Traditional Turkish 1001 entertainment You can meet our friendly
crew and other travellers while enjoying traditional Turkish Food and
enjoy the mystical atmosphere of Istanbul at night. The evening starts
at 830pm.
Note!! Transfers from Sabiha Gokcen Airport are
unavailable as are transfers for those arriving outside of the transfer
window..
Day 2- Istanbul City Tour
Breakfast Included
We depart from the hotel at 0830 for the Istanbul city tour. TOPKAPI
PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th
centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and
Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the
famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle;
enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE
Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect
Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior
decoration of blue Iznik tiles.
HIPPODROME Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the
three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column
and the Column of Constantine. Lunch break and then we head to the SPICE
BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar) The air here is filled with the enticing aromas
of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable
herb and spice.
This afternoon there is the
option of joining us as we enjoy a bosphorus Cruise.
Day 3- Gallipoli and Troy Tour
Breakfast, lunch and dinner Included
We depart for Gallipoli at 07:00 (4.5 Hour Drive). On the way we will
have the chance to watch the latest documentary on the Gallipoli
Campaign. We arrive in Gallipoli for lunch and have an Anzac lunch on
the coast of Gabatepe. We then start our tour of the Gallipoli
Peninsula. Visit Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Australia’s
Memorial and Cemetery, Quinns Post, Turkish 57th Regiment Cemetery, The
Nek, Chunuk-Bair New Zealand Memorial and Cemetery. After the Gallipoli
tour, we depart at for the ancient city of Troy. (approx. 1.5 hour drive
including ferry)
Your guide will explain the mythology surrounding
Troy, the Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. After Troy we drive to our Boutique Hotel in Assos. (1 hour drive) Dinner at the Hotel.
Day 4- Free day in Assos – Anzac Cove
Breakfast and dinner Included
The day is yours to enjoy, relax and have fun with your new friends, or
get some sleep before the dawn service! There is also much to see in
Assos if you want to sightsee. Your tour guide will provide you with
ideas of where to visit. Luggage can be kept at this Hotel as you will
return to stay here tomorrow night. If you wish to buy snacks for the
overnight camp, today is best time to do it. There are also some food
and drink stalls available at Anzac Cove. Tonight at 18:30pm we will
meet back at the hotel for our buffet dinner before heading to Anzac
Cove for the Dawn Services. Overnight Anzac Cove.
Day 5- Gallipoli Dawn Service
Breakfast and dinner Included
Don't forget your sleeping bags, warm clothes, wet weather gear and
torches because Gallipoli is still as dark and cold today as it was
years ago when your ancestors landed.
04:30 Dawn Service.
10:30 Australian National service
11.45 Turkish National Service
13:00 New Zealand National service
After the Services (approx 3pm) we will drive back to Istanbul @ The
Dedaman Hotel
Day 6- Istanbul
- The End
Breakfast included
Today your tour is over. Please make your own arrangements for departure
remembering that your hotel will need you to check out before midday. We
hope you had a memorable tour and we look forward to seeing you in the
future on another tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing our agency.
Tour Inclusions:
. 5 Breakfasts, 2 Hotel dinner
. Professional English speaking tour guide
. All transportation by Private air-conditioned bus service
. 3 nights, 5 star hotel accommodation in Istanbul @ The Dedeman Hotel
. 1 night Boutique hotel accommodation in Assos
. All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
. Arrival airport transfers between 8am and 11pm
TOUR PRICE:
10 Day Gold ANZAC Tour Turkey
With more time on your hands you can experience our 10 Day Gold ANZAC
Tour. This tour is visiting the most popular and beautiful sights in
Turkey. If you have time on your hands don’t miss out on Turkey!!!
Experience the Gallipoli Battlefields and the Anzac Services enjoy the
cultural, touristic, and historical sights of Turkey. You will enjoy
sea, sand and sun not to mention loads of fun. The tour covers Istanbul,
Troy, Asklepion and Red Basilica, and the roman city of Pergamum, the
ancient ruins of Ephesus, the hot springs, Hierapolis and calcium
terraces of Pamukkale and come back to Istanbul. All entrance fees are
included in the tour, 4 – 5 Star Hotel accommodation, air-conditioned
coach transport throughout, and Professional English speaking tour
guides who have the insight, knowledge and experience to give you the
best Anzac Tour money can buy. This tour is for those that want to do
and see everything whilst on tour in Turkey, making your trip a lifetime
memory. All you need to do is book with us and we will take care of all
your travel needs!
Day 1- Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey!!! Today is your arrival day. Airport transfers are
available from Ataturk International Airport during the hours of 8am
till 11pm. Transfers will be made to your Hotel where you will be met by
your Tour guide and checked into your room @ The Dedeman Hotel
Optional Activity - Traditional Turkish 1001 entertainment You can meet
our friendly crew and other travellers while enjoying traditional
Turkish Food and enjoy the mystical atmosphere of Istanbul at night. The
evening starts at 830pm.
Note!! Transfers from Sabiha Gokcen Airport are unavailable as are
transfers for those arriving outside of the transfer window..
Day 2- Istanbul City Tour
Breakfast Included
We depart from the hotel at 0830 for the Istanbul city tour. TOPKAPI
PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th
centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and
Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the
famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle;
enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE
Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect
Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior
decoration of blue Iznik tiles.
HIPPODROME Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the
three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column
and the Column of Constantine. Lunch break and then we head to the SPICE
BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar) The air here is filled with the enticing aromas
of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable
herb and spice.
This afternoon there is the option of joining us as we enjoy a bosphorus
Cruise.
Day 3- Gallipoli and Troy Tour
Breakfast, lunch and dinner Included
We depart for Gallipoli at 07:00 (4.5 Hour Drive). On the way we will
have the chance to watch the latest documentary on the Gallipoli
Campaign. We arrive in Gallipoli for lunch and have an Anzac lunch on
the coast of Gabatepe. We then start our tour of the Gallipoli
Peninsula. Visit Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Australia’s
Memorial and Cemetery, Quinns Post, Turkish 57th Regiment Cemetery, The
Nek, Chunuk-Bair New Zealand Memorial and Cemetery. After the Gallipoli
tour, we depart at for the ancient city of Troy. (approx. 1.5 hour drive
including ferry)
Your guide will explain the mythology surrounding Troy, the Trojan Horse
and Helen of Troy. After Troy we drive to our Boutique Hotel in Assos.
(1 hour drive) Dinner at the Hotel.
Day 4- Free day in Assos – Anzac Cove
Breakfast and dinner Included
The day is yours to enjoy, relax and have fun with your new friends, or
get some sleep before the dawn service! There is also much to see in
Assos if you want to sightsee. Your tour guide will provide you with
ideas of where to visit. Luggage can be kept at this Hotel as you will
return to stay here tomorrow night. If you wish to buy snacks for the
overnight camp, today is best time to do it. There are also some food
and drink stalls available at Anzac Cove. Tonight at 18:30pm we will
meet back at the hotel for our buffet dinner before heading to Anzac
Cove for the Dawn Services. Overnight Anzac Cove.
Day 5- Gallipoli Dawn Service
Breakfast and dinner Included
Don't forget your sleeping bags, warm clothes, wet weather gear and
torches because Gallipoli is still as dark and cold today as it was
years ago when your ancestors landed.
04:30 Dawn Service.
10:30 Australian National service
11.45 Turkish National Service
13:00 New Zealand National service
After the Services (approx 3pm) we will drive back to our boutique hotel
in Assos. The night is yours to relax, dinner will be served at the
Hotel.
Day 6- Bergama Tour / Kusadasi
Breakfast and dinner included
Drive to Pergamum (45 minute drive) - see Asklepion, Zues's alter, the
Red Bassilcia etc. BERGAMA is the site of the Hellenistic - and later
Roman city of Pergamon, ruled for several centuries by a powerful local
dynasty. Its foremost attraction is the Kizil Avlu or "Red Basilica", a
huge edifice on the river not far from the acropolis, originally built
as a temple to the Egyptian god Osiris and converted to a basilica by
the early Christians, when it was one of the Seven Churches of Asia
Minor addressed by St John in the book of Revelation - though sadly it's
now a crumbling ruin with a mosque in one of its towers. After Pargamum
we continue towards the city of Kusadasi. On the way, we will visit a
place which continues to perform one of the oldest arts of Turkey; a
carpet weaving centre, followed by an optional Turkish Bath. After a
good scrub down we will check into our hotel in Kusadasi in time for
dinner.
Day 7- Ephesus & Kusadasi
Breakfast included
At 0830 we depart for Ephesus (20 min drive) - once the commercial
centre of the ancient world - is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The
city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural
program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Her enormous temple, once
considered one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt
several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. The
tour of the ruins also includes a theatre, gymnasium, agora and baths,
as well as the Library of Celsus. After lunch, we will make a shopping
tour in which you will be aware of the ancient arts of Turkey like
leather manufacturing and jewellery. As this will be a guided tour, you
will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well
known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping
experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen.
Overnight Kusadasi.
Day 8 - Pamukkale Tour
Breakfast and dinner included
At 08:30 we leave Kusadasi for Pamukkale (2.5 hour drive). In Pamukkale
we shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the
ruins of Hierapolis, walking around this natural phenomenon gives you
the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs that flow down
the calcium terraces. After our days activities we will check into our
hotel intime for dinner and the rest of the evening is yours to explore
the small village or relax around the pool bar.
Day 9 - Pamukkale & Istanbul
Breakfast included
After breakfast, you can enjoy the thermal pool and sun till 10.00am,
then departure for Istanbul. (8.5 hour drive).The night is yours to
Istanbul. Over night 5star Hotel Istanbul.
Day 10- Istanbul - The End
Breakfast included
Today your tour is over. Please make your own arrangements for departure
remembering that your hotel will need you to check out before midday. We
hope you had a memorable tour and we look forward to seeing you in the
future on another tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for
choosing our agency.
Tour Inclusions:
. 9 Breakfasts, 5 Hotel dinners
. Professional English speaking tour guide
. All transportation by Private air-conditioned bus service
. 3 nights 5 star hotel accommodation in Istanbul @ The Dedeman Hotel
. 2 nights Luxury Boutique Hotel accommodation in Assos
. 2 nights 5 star hotel accommodation in Kusadasi @ Charisma Hotel
. 1 night 4 star thermal hotel accommodation in Pamukkale @ Colassae
Themal Spa Hotel
. All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
. Arrival airport transfers between 8am and 11pm
PRICE:
16 Day Gold ANZAC Tour Turkey
There is no rushing through your tour, you will have plenty of time to
enjoy Turkey and the Anzac commemorations. This tour visits the most
popular and beautiful sights in Turkey. If you have time on your hands
don’t miss out on Turkey!!! Experience the Gallipoli Battlefields and
the Anzac Services. Enjoy the cultural, touristic, and historical sights
of Turkey. You will enjoy sea, sand, sun, and not to mention loads of
fun. The tour covers Istanbul, Troy, Asklepion and Red Basilica, and the
roman city of Pergamum, the ancient ruins of Ephesus, the hot springs,
Hierapolis and calcium terraces of Pamukkale, a mud bath in the middle
of Lake Koycegiz, the magnificent Fethiye/Oludeniz, Perge, Aspendos and
beautiful views of the Mediterranean coast in Antalya. The underground
cities and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, while staying in the authentic
cave Hotels. You visit the capital of Turkey, Ankara. All entrance fees
are included in the tour, 4 – 5 Star Luxury Hotel accommodation
throughout, and a welcome party on arrival in Istanbul (optional). This
tour is for those that want to do and see everything whilst on tour in
Turkey, making your trip a lifetime memory. All you need to do is book
with us and we will take care of all your travel needs!
Day 1- Istanbul – Tuesday 21 April 2009
Welcome to Turkey!!! Today is your arrival day. Airport transfers are
available from Ataturk International Airport during the hours of 8am
till 11pm. Transfers will be made to your Hotel where you will be met by
your Tour guide and checked into your room @ The Dedeman Hotel
Optional Activity - Traditional Turkish 1001 entertainment You can meet
our friendly crew and other travellers while enjoying traditional
Turkish Food and enjoy the mystical atmosphere of Istanbul at night. The
evening starts at 830pm.
Note!! Transfers from Sabiha Gokcen Airport are unavailable as are
transfers for those arriving outside of the transfer window..
Day 2- Istanbul City Tour
Breakfast Included
We depart from the hotel at 0830 for the Istanbul city tour. TOPKAPI
PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th
centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and
Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the
famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle;
enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE
Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect
Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior
decoration of blue Iznik tiles.
HIPPODROME Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the
three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column
and the Column of Constantine. Lunch break and then we head to the SPICE
BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar) The air here is filled with the enticing aromas
of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable
herb and spice.
This Afternoon there is the option of joining us as we enjoy a bosphorus
Cruise.
Day 3- Gallipoli and Troy Tour
Breakfast, lunch and dinner Included
We depart for Gallipoli at 07:00 (4.5 Hour Drive). On the way we will
have the chance to watch the latest documentary on the Gallipoli
Campaign. We arrive in Gallipoli for lunch and have an Anzac lunch on
the coast of Gabatepe. We then start our tour of the Gallipoli
Peninsula. Visit Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Australia’s
Memorial and Cemetery, Quinns Post, Turkish 57th Regiment Cemetery, The
Nek, Chunuk-Bair New Zealand Memorial and Cemetery. After the Gallipoli
tour, we depart at for the ancient city of Troy. (approx. 1.5 hour drive
including ferry)
Your guide will explain the mythology surrounding Troy, the Trojan Horse
and Helen of Troy. After Troy we drive to our Boutique Hotel in Assos.
(1 hour drive) Dinner at the Hotel.
Day 4- Free day in Assos – Anzac Cove
Breakfast and dinner Included
The day is yours to enjoy, relax and have fun with your new friends, or
get some sleep before the dawn service! There is also much to see in
Assos if you want to sightsee. Your tour guide will provide you with
ideas of where to visit. Luggage can be kept at this Hotel as you will
return to stay here tomorrow night. If you wish to buy snacks for the
overnight camp, today is best time to do it. There are also some food
and drink stalls available at Anzac Cove. Tonight at 18:30pm we will
meet back at the hotel for our buffet dinner before heading to Anzac
Cove for the Dawn Services. Overnight Anzac Cove.
Day 5- Gallipoli Dawn Service
Breakfast and dinner Included
Don't forget your sleeping bags, warm clothes, wet weather gear and
torches because Gallipoli is still as dark and cold today as it was
years ago when your ancestors landed.
04:30 Dawn Service.
10:30 Australian National service
11.45 Turkish National Service
13:00 New Zealand National service
After the Services (approx 3pm) we will drive back to our boutique hotel
in Assos. The night is yours to relax, dinner will be served at the
Hotel.
Day 6- Bergama Tour / Kusadasi
Breakfast and dinner included
Drive to Pergamum (45 minute drive) - see Asklepion, Zues's alter, the
Red Bassilcia etc. BERGAMA is the site of the Hellenistic - and later
Roman city of Pergamon, ruled for several centuries by a powerful local
dynasty. Its foremost attraction is the Kizil Avlu or "Red Basilica", a
huge edifice on the river not far from the acropolis, originally built
as a temple to the Egyptian god Osiris and converted to a basilica by
the early Christians, when it was one of the Seven Churches of Asia
Minor addressed by St John in the book of Revelation - though sadly it's
now a crumbling ruin with a mosque in one of its towers. After Pargamum
we continue towards the city of Kusadasi. On the way, we will visit a
place which continues to perform one of the oldest arts of Turkey; a
carpet weaving centre, followed by an optional Turkish Bath. After a
good scrub down we will check into our hotel in Kusadasi in time for
dinner.
Day 7- Ephesus & Kusadasi
Breakfast included
At 0830 we depart for Ephesus (20 min drive) - once the commercial
centre of the ancient world - is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The
city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural
program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Her enormous temple, once
considered one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt
several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. The
tour of the ruins also includes a theatre, gymnasium, agora and baths,
as well as the Library of Celsus. After lunch, we will make a shopping
tour in which you will be aware of the ancient arts of Turkey like
leather manufacturing and jewellery. As this will be a guided tour, you
will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well
known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping
experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen.
Overnight Kusadasi.
Day 8 - Pamukkale Tour
Breakfast and dinner included
At 08:30 we leave Kusadasi for Pamukkale (2.5 hour drive). In Pamukkale
we shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the
ruins of Hierapolis, walking around this natural phenomenon gives you
the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs that flow down
the calcium terraces. After our days activities we will check into our
hotel intime for dinner and the rest of the evening is yours to explore
the small village or relax around the pool bar.
Day 9 - Pamukkale & Dalyan Math Bath - Fethiye
Breakfast and dinner included
After Breakfast we depart for Dalyan (4 hour drive). Dalyan is a very
popular small town not spoiled by buildings and still has the local
village feeling to it. From Dalyan we will take a boat trip to the The
Sultaniye Thermal Baths, Famous in Turkey and has included visitors such
as Dustin Hofman. The waters of Sultaniye Thermal Baths contain
radioactive elements and sulphur which are believed to cure rheumatism,
skin, liver, spleen and bowel complaints, as well as being beneficial
for nervous and digestive disorders. Apart from the obvious health
advantages its basically great fun. Once the mud fights have stopped and
you have baked yourself in the sun there is nothing better tan a dip in
the hot thermal springs to wash the mud away. Lunch will be served
shortly afterwards and then we will continue down the river to Caunos,
the ancient city near modern Dalyan, Caunos was founded around the 9th
century BC. Caunos is famous for its rock-cut tombs which we can observe
from the Dalyan river on our way to the wonderful 7 kilometres sandy
Iztuzu Beach, which is only accessible by boat and is one of the last
nesting areas for the Caretta Caretta (Sea Turtles). After the tour we
return to the boat and head back to Dalyan for our bus trip to Oludeniz
in Fethiye where we will be staying at the All Inclusive beach resort.
Day 10 - Antalya – Thursday 30th April 2009
Breakfast included
After breakfast depart to Antalya (5 hour drive). On the way we shall
see one of the best panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. Lunch
break on the way. We will be passing from ancient Likya and you will
have the chance to take photos of breath taking scenes. In ancient times
it covered all Pamphylia that means "the land of all tribes". Attalia,
the ancient name of Antalya , is derived from that of the Pergamon king
Attalos II Philadelphus, who founded the city on the Pamphylian seacoast
around 150 BC. It is know that it was visited by St. Paul by way of
Perge in 46 A.D., that it was an important trading centre in the 2nd
century A.D. and that the Emperor Hadrian's visit in 130 A.D. was
commemorated with new monuments. Check in to your hotel. The rest of the
day is yours to discover Antalya.
Day 11 - Antalya Perge Aspendos Tour
Breakfast and dinner included
PERGE : According to the geographer Strabon, Perge has been
founded by Akhas who came down here after the Trojan wars. Perge was
first mentioned in 334 BC when Alexander the Great passed through here.
In the following years, Perge went under the control of Pergamon when
the Kingdom of Pergamon became a part of the Roman city. Especially in
the first and the second centuries BC, Perge became one of the richest
towns in Pamphylia. Therefore it is not a surprising that St. Paul
started his campaign in Anatolia from Perge in 46 AD. The people of
Perge loved and respected their Artemis to such an extent that
Christianity had to wait for another 400 years to enter here. In the
Byzantine period, Perge was the seat of the bishop. Even though Arabs
raided Perge in the 7th century AD, when Seljuk Turks settled the area,
records show the existence of an older race living here. After the tour,
departure for Aspendos. Lunch break on the way.
ASPENDOS: The eastern land of Antalya was called Pamphylia in
ancient times. The Toros Daglari ( Taurus Mountains ) forms a beautiful
back drop to the fertile coast, rich with fields of cotton and
vegetables. Aspendos (Belkis) lies 47 km east of Antalya in the
Pamphylian plain. In 486 BC, Greeks and Persians had a great battle here
(the Greeks won, they didn't stay in the area for long). During the
reign of he Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (161-80 AD) Aspendos got its
theatre, which is the best preserved of all. It was built by Romans and
maintained by Byzantines and Seljuks. The ruins of the ancient city are
extensive and include a stadium, an agora, and a basilica. Dinner at the
hotel.
Day 12 - Antalya - Cappadocia
Breakfast including
Early morning we have a long drive to Cappadocia (8 hour drive). Check
in to your hotel. After having some rest, you will have the chance to go
to the famous traditional Turkish Night, you will enjoy Whirling
Dervishes, Belly Dancing & Traditional Turkish Folklore accompanied by
traditional Turkish food. We recommend it should not be missed.
Overnight Cave Hotel in Cappadocia.
Day 13 - Cappadocia Tour
Breakfast and dinner included
Today we will get to know the Cappadocia region, a volcanic area in
which the geological formation started 10 million years ago. As a result
of these formations phallic like pillars have come to life. The
beautiful horse country "Katpatuka," (as the Persians called her) is an
unbelievable strip of land, enchanting and mysterious. Our guided tour
will start at 09:30 and cover Avcilar, Pigeon Valley , Göreme Open Air
Museum , Dervent Valley , Uçhisar Castle and the pottery village of
Avanos . If you want to join our optional activity of Hot Air
Ballooning, please contact with your guide and register because it will
take place early the next morning. Dinner at your Hotel. Overnight in
Cave Hotel Cappadocia
Day 14 - Cappadocia Tour & Ankara
Breakfast & Dinner included
We depart at 09:30 for one of the most interesting sites of Cappadocia -
Derinkuyu Underground City. The Christians hid from the armies of Rome
and the raids of hostile tribes in these self sufficient cities in which
there were halls for stocks of crop, barns, rooms, kitchens &
ventilation channels. This afternoon we will depart for Ankara with a
lunch break during the trip (4 hour drive).
Day 15 - Ankara City Tour & Istanbul
Breakfast and dinner included
Visit Ataturk (founder of the modern Turkey) Museum at the Ataturk
Mosoleum. Lunch break. After the break city tour of Ankara which is the
2nd biggest city and the capital of Turkey. Then departure for Istanbul
(5 hour drive). Over night in 3star Hotel Istanbul.
Day 16 - Istanbul - The End
Breakfast included
After breakfast check out from the hotel. We hope your tour was a
memorable one and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another
tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing our agency.
Tour Inclusions:
. 15 Breakfasts, 9 Hotel dinners + All-Inclusive hotel in Fethiye and
Antalya
. Professional English speaking tour guide
. All transportation by Private air-conditioned bus service
. 3 nights, 5 star hotel accommodation in Istanbul @ The Dedeman Hotel
. 2 nights Luxury Boutiquehotel accommodation in Assos @
. 2 nights, 5 star hotel accommodation in Kusadasi @ Charisma Hotel
. 1 night, 4 star Thermal hotel accommodation in Pamukkale @ Colossae
Thermal Spa Hotel
. 1 night, 4 star hotel accommodation in Dalyan / Fethiye @ The Alize
. 2 nights 5 star hotel accommodation in Antalya @
. 2 nights accommodation in Cappadocia @ The Kalabak Cave Hotel
. 1 night, 4 star hotel accommodation in Ankara @
. All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
. Arrival airport transfers between 8am and 11pm
TOUR PRICE:
4 Day Silver ANZAC Tour Turkey
TOUR START DATE: 23/04/09
This tour is suitable for
those on a tight budget or time frame who would like to experience
Gallipoli, the Anzac Services and a great Turkish adventure, including
Gallipoli tour, Down service, all entrance fees, 3 star accommodation,
arrival transfers from Istanbul Ataturk Airport and Professional English
Speaking Guides who have the insight, knowledge and Experience to give
you the best Anzac Tour money can buy. An Anzac Buffet BBQ dinner is
also an option available to you.
Day 1 – Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey!!! Today is your arrival day. Airport transfers are
available from Ataturk International Airport during the hours of 8am
till 10pm. Transfers will be made to your Hotel where you will be met by
your Tour guide and checked into your room.
For those who have arrived in good time we have a ANZAC Party scheduled
for tonight. This is an optional activity at an extra cost.
Note!! Transfers from Sabiha Gokcen Airport can be arranged at extra
cost.
Day 2 – Gallipoli - Dawn Service
Breakfast - Dinner is Optional
We depart for Gallipoli at 07:00 (4.5 hour drive). A stop will be
provided on the way down for supplies. We start our tour of the
Gallipoli Peninsula a little after midday. The tour includes the
Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Lone Pine (Australia’s Memorial and
Cemetery), Quinns Post, Turkish 57th Regiment Cemetery, The Nek and
Chunuk-Bair (New Zealand's Memorial and Cemetery). After the tour we
drive to the coast of Gabatepe for our big ANZAC BBQ and buffet dinner
(optional). At approx 21.30 pm we will depart to take our seats for the
Dawn Service. Overnight Anzac Cove.
Day 3- Gallipoli Dawn Service
Don't forget your sleeping bags, warm clothes, wet weather gear and
torches because Gallipoli is still as dark and as cold today as it was
years ago when your ancestors landed.
04:30 Dawn Service.
10:30 Australian National service
11.45 Turkish National Service
13:00 New Zealand National service
After the Services at approx 3pm we will depart Gallipoli and drive back
to Istanbul (4.5 hour drive).
Day 4- The End of your tour
Breakfast included
Today your tour is over. Please make your own arrangements for departure
remembering that your hotel will need you to check out before midday. We
hope you had a memorable tour and we look forward to seeing you in the
future on another tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for
choosing our agency.
Tour Inclusions:
. 2 Breakfasts
. Professional English speaking tour guide throughout
. All transportation by private a/c tour coach
. 2 nights at 3 star hotel accommodation in Istanbul
. Dawn and National Services (Australian, New Zealand)
. All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
. Arrival airport transfers between 8am and 11pm
TOUR PRICE:
5 Day Silver ANZAC Tour Turkey
This tour is suitable for those on a tight budget or time frame who
would like to experience Gallipoli, the Anzac Services and a great
Turkish adventure, including an Istanbul City Tour and optional Anzac
Party and BBQ in Gallipoli, inclusive of all entrance fees, 3 star
accommodation and Professional English Speaking Guides who have the
insight, knowledge and Experience to give you the best Anzac Tour money
can buy. Optional activities are also available for added experience.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey!!! Today is your arrival day. Airport transfers are
available from Ataturk International Airport during the hours of 8am
till 10pm. Transfers will be made to your Hotel where you will be met by
your Tour guide and checked into your room.
Optional Tour - 1001 Turkish Night departs from Hotel lobby at 20:00 to
the event. Includes turkish Dinner, Drinks and entertainment.
Note!! Transfers from Sabiha Gokcen Airport can be arranged at extra
cost.
Day 2 – Istanbul City Tour
Breakfast Included
We depart from the hotel at 08:30 for the Istanbul city tour. TOPKAPI
PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th
centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and
Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the
famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle;
enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE
Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect
Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior
decoration of blue Iznik tiles.
HIPPODROME Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the
three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column
and the Column of Constantine. Lunch break and then we head to the SPICE
BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar) The air here is filled with the enticing aromas
of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable
herb and spice.
After the tour you have the option to experience The bosphorus Cruise.
You will have the chance to enjoy magnificent views of bosphorus which
is connecting Asia to Europe.
For those in a party mood we have an ANZAC Party scheduled for tonight.
This is an optional activity. Party Information prices and details can
be found here >>>
Day 3 – Gallipoli - Dawn Service
Breakfast - Dinner is Optional
We depart for Gallipoli at 07:00 (4.5 hour drive). A stop will be
provided on the way down for supplies. We start our tour of the
Gallipoli Peninsula a little after midday. The tour includes the
Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Lone Pine (Australia’s Memorial and
Cemetery), Quinns Post, Turkish 57th Regiment Cemetery, The Nek and
Chunuk-Bair (New Zealand's Memorial and Cemetery). After the tour we
drive to the coast of Gabatepe for our big ANZAC BBQ and buffet dinner
(optional). At approx 21.30 pm we will depart to take our seats for the
Dawn Service. Overnight Anzac Cove.
Day 4 - Gallipoli Dawn Service
Don't forget your sleeping bags, warm clothes, wet weather gear and
torches because Gallipoli is still as dark and cold today as it was
years ago when your ancestors landed.
04:30 Dawn Service.
10:30 Australian National service
11.45 Turkish National Service
13:00 New Zealand National service
After the Services (approx 3pm) we will drive back to Istanbul (4.5 hour
drive).
Day 5 – Istanbul – End of Tour
Breakfast Included
Today your tour is over. Please make your own arrangements for departure
remembering that your hotel will need you to check out before midday. We
hope you had a memorable tour and we look forward to seeing you in the
future on another tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for
choosing our agency.
Tour Inclusions:
. 3 Breakfasts (in Istanbul only)
. Professional English speaking tour guide throughout
. All transportation by private a/c tour coach
. 3 nights at 3 star hotel accommodation in Istanbul
. Dawn and National Services (Australian, New Zealand)
. All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
. Arrival airport transfers between 8am and 10pm
TOUR PRICE:
7 Day ANZAC Tour Turkey
For those coming to Turkey on a differnt route than most. We start your
anzac tour from Kusadasi one of the major ports in Turkey only 1 hour
away from the greek Islands. Visit the ancient ruins of Ephesus,
Pergamon, Troy and the beatiful fishing town of Assos with its ancient
city. The its time for Gallipoli complete with our own optional Anzac
BBQ. The Anzac services follow through the night and till the following
afternoon. Then its off to the final stop Istanbul for your last and
final captivation of Turkey.
Day 1 – Kusadasi
Welcome to Turkey!!! Today is your arrival day. Airport transfers are
available from Izmir Adnan Menderes International Airport, bus station
or Kusadasi Harbour during the hours of 8am till 11pm. Transfers will be
made to your Hotel where you will be met by your Tour guide and checked
into your room @ the Kayhanbey Hotel
Day 2- Ephesus & Kusadasi
At 0830 we depart for Ephesus (20 min drive) - once the commercial
centre of the ancient world - is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The
city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural
program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Her enormous temple, once
considered one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt
several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. The
tour of the ruins also includes a theatre, gymnasium, agora and baths,
as well as the Library of Celsus. After lunch, we will make a shopping
tour in which you will become aware of the ancient arts of Turkey like
leather manufacturing and jewellery. As this will be a guided tour, you
will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well
known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping
experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen.
Overnight in Kusadasi
Day 3 - Bergama – Asos
Today we drive to Pergamum (45 minute drive) - see Asklepion, Zeus’s
alter, the Red Bassilcia etc. BERGAMA is the site of the Hellenistic -
and later Roman city of Pergamon, ruled for several centuries by a
powerful local dynasty. Its foremost attraction is the Kizil Avlu or
"Red Basilica", a huge edifice on the river not far from the acropolis,
originally built as a temple to the Egyptian god Osiris and converted to
a basilica by the early Christians, when it was one of the Seven
Churches of Asia Minor addressed by St John in the book of Revelation -
though sadly it's now a crumbling ruin with a mosque in one of its
towers. After Pargamum we continue towards the city of Assos. Over night
Boutique Hotel in Assos..
Day 4 Assos – Troy
After breakfast we will explore the ancient city of Assos before we
drive to Troy where you can explore the site of the legendary town, made
famous by Homer in his Iliad and visit the Temple of Athena. Over night
Boutique Hotel in Assos..
Day 5 – Gallipoli - Dawn Service
We depart for Gallipoli at 07:00 (4.5 hour drive). A stop will be
provided on the way down for supplies. We start our tour of the
Gallipoli Peninsula a little after midday. The tour includes the
Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Lone Pine (Australia’s Memorial and
Cemetery), Quinns Post, Turkish 57th Regiment Cemetery, The Nek and
Chunuk-Bair (New Zealand's Memorial and Cemetery). After the tour we
drive to the coast of Gabatepe for our big ANZAC BBQ and buffet dinner
(optional). At approx 21.30 pm we will depart to take our seats for the
Dawn Service. Overnight Anzac Cove.
Day 6 - Gallipoli Dawn Service
Don't forget your sleeping bags, warm clothes, wet weather gear and
torches because Gallipoli is still as dark and cold today as it was
years ago when your ancestors landed.
04:30 Dawn Service.
10:30 Australian National service
11.45 Turkish National Service
13:00 New Zealand National service
After the Services (approx 3pm) we will drive back to Istanbul (4.5 hour
drive).
Day 7 – Istanbul
Breakfast Included
Today your tour is over. Please make your own arrangements for departure
remembering that your hotel will need you to check out before midday. We
hope you had a memorable tour and we look forward to seeing you in the
future on another tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for
choosing our agency.
Tour Includes
5 Breakfast 5 Dinners
1 nights accommodation in Istanbul with Breakfast
2 nights accommodation in Kusadasi with Breakfast and Dinner
2 nights accommodation in Asos with Breakfast and Dinner
Guided Tour to Ephesus
Guided Tour to Bergama
Guided Tour to Asos
Guided Tour to Troy
Guided Tour to Gallipoli
ANZAC Day Down Service
Private Air-conditioned busses
Private Professional English speaking tour guide
All entrance fees mentioned in the Itinerary
Private Return airport transfers
TOUR PRICE:
9 Day Silver ANZAC Tour Turkey
A wonderful adventurous tour covering Istanbul, Gallipoli and the Anzac
Services (complete with an optional Anzac BBQ buffet dinner, also visit
Troy, Ephesus and Pamukkale. View first hand, some of the historical
arts of Turkey. All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary are
covered, 3 - 4 star accommodation is provided and our Professional
English Speaking Tour Guides have the insight, knowledge and experience
to give you the best Anzac Tour money can buy.
Day 1 – Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey!!! Today is your arrival day. Airport transfers are
available from Ataturk International Airport during the hours of 8am
till 11pm. Transfers will be made to your Hotel where you will be met by
your Tour guide and checked into your room @ The Golden Hill
Optional Tour - 1001 Turkish Night departs from Hotel lobby at 20:00 to
the event. Includes turkish Dinner, Drinks and entertainment.
Note!! Transfers from Sabiha Gokcen Airport can be arranged at extra
cost.
Day 2 – Istanbul City Tour
Breakfast Included
We depart from the hotel at 08:30 for the Istanbul city tour. TOPKAPI
PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th
centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and
Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the
famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle;
enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE
Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect
Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior
decoration of blue Iznik tiles.
HIPPODROME Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the
three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column
and the Column of Constantine. Lunch break and then we head to the SPICE
BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar) The air here is filled with the enticing aromas
of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable
herb and spice.
After the tour you have the option to experience The bosphorus Cruise.
You will have the chance to enjoy magnificent views of bosphorus which
is connecting Asia to Europe.
For those in a party mood we have an ANZAC Party scheduled for tonight.
This is an optional activity. Party Information prices and details can
be found here >>>
Day 3 – Gallipoli - Dawn Service
Breakfast - Dinner is Optional
We depart for Gallipoli at 07:00 (4.5 hour drive). A stop will be
provided on the way down for supplies. We start our tour of the
Gallipoli Peninsula a little after midday. The tour includes the
Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Lone Pine (Australia’s Memorial and
Cemetery), Quinns Post, Turkish 57th Regiment Cemetery, The Nek and
Chunuk-Bair (New Zealand's Memorial and Cemetery). After the tour we
drive to the coast of Gabatepe for our big ANZAC BBQ and buffet dinner
(optional). At approx 21.30 pm we will depart to take our seats for the
Dawn Service. Overnight Anzac Cove.
Day 4 – Dawn Service – Troy (time permitting)
Dinner Included
Don't forget your sleeping bags, warm clothes, wet weather gear and
torches because Gallipoli is still as dark and cold today as it was
years ago when your ancestors landed.
04:30 Dawn Service.
10:30 Australian National service
11.45 Turkish National Service
13:00 New Zealand National service
After the services with time permitting we will depart for the ancient
city of Troy. (about an hours drive) Your guide will explain the
mythology surrounding Troy, the Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. After
Troy, we drive to our hotel (3 hours drive) in Ayvalik where we will
have dinner at the fantastic beach front Hotel and a comfy bed to rest
your weary bodies.
Remember it has been a long weekend and getting out of Gallipoli after
the services can be very frustrating there is still a long drive to your
accommodation in Ayvalik but it is well worth the wait!!
Day 5- Bergama Tour / Kusadasi
Breakfast and dinner included
Drive to Pergamum (45 minute drive) - see Asklepion, Zues's alter, the
Red Bassilcia etc. BERGAMA is the site of the Hellenistic - and later
Roman city of Pergamon, ruled for several centuries by a powerful local
dynasty. Its foremost attraction is the Kizil Avlu or "Red Basilica", a
huge edifice on the river not far from the acropolis, originally built
as a temple to the Egyptian god Osiris and converted to a basilica by
the early Christians, when it was one of the Seven Churches of Asia
Minor addressed by St John in the book of Revelation - though sadly it's
now a crumbling ruin with a mosque in one of its towers. After Pargamum
we continue towards the city of Kusadasi. On the way, we will visit a
place which continues to perform one of the oldest arts of Turkey; a
carpet weaving centre, followed by an optional Turkish Bath. After a
good scrub down we will check into our hotel in Kusadasi in time for
dinner @ the Kayhan Bey Hotel
Day 6- Ephesus & Kusadasi
Breakfast and Dinner Included
At 0830 we depart for Ephesus (20 min drive) - once the commercial
centre of the ancient world - is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The
city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural
program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Her enormous temple, once
considered one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt
several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. The
tour of the ruins also includes a theatre, gymnasium, agora and baths,
as well as the Library of Celsus. After lunch, we will make a shopping
tour in which you will be aware of the ancient arts of Turkey like
leather manufacturing and jewellery. As this will be a guided tour, you
will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well
known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping
experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen.
Overnight in Kusadasi @ the Kayhan Bey Hotel
Day 7- Pamukkale Tour
Breakfast and dinner included
At 08:30 we leave Kusadasi for Pamukkale (2.5 hour drive). In Pamukkale
we shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the
ruins of Hierapolis, walking around this natural phenomenon gives you
the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs that flow down
the calcium terraces. After our days activities we will check into our
hotel intime for dinner and the rest of the evening is yours to explore
the small village or relax around the pool bar.
Day 8- Pamukkale & Istanbul
Breakfast included
After breakfast, you can enjoy the thermal pool and sun till 10.00am.at
which time we departure for our long return drive to Istanbul. (8.5 hour
drive). Once checked into your hotel you final evening is yours to
enjoy.
Day 9- Istanbul Tour The End
Breakfast included
Today your tour is over. Please make your own arrangements for departure
remembering that your hotel will need you to check out before midday. We
hope you had a memorable tour and we look forward to seeing you in the
future on another tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for
choosing our agency.
Tour Inclusions:
. 7 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners
. Professional English speaking tour guide throughout.
. All transportation by private a/c tour coach
. 3 nights at 4 star Hotel in Istanbul @ The Golden Hill
. 1 night at 3star Beach Hotel in Ayvalik @ Ayvalik Beach Club
. 2 nights at 3star Hotel in Kusadasi @ Kayhan Bey Hotel
. 1 night 3 star Hotel in Pamukkale
. Dawn and national Services (Australian, New Zealand)
. All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
. Arrival airport transfers between 8am and 11pm
TOUR PRICE:
10 Day Silver ANZAC Tour
Turkey
Experience the must see places of Turkey including Istanbul, Gallipoli
Battlefields and the Anzac Services, Troy, Asklepion and Red Basilica,
and the roman city of Pergamum, the ancient ruins of Ephesus, the hot
springs of Pamukkale, a mud bath in the middle of Lake Koycegiz, then
finish in the magnificent Fethiye/Oludeniz. From Fethiye you can book
onto our famous ANZAC DAY 4day Boat Party that will drop you off in
Olympos. From here we can arrange flights or coach transport to,
anywhere in Turkey. You may like to hit the Greek Islands? We can
arrange the ferry tickets for you to go. The tour also includes airport
transfers Anzac BBQ buffet dinner (optional), all entrance fees
mentioned in the itinerary, 3 - 4 star Hotel accommodation, Professional
English Speaking tour guides. This tour will ensure you leave Turkey
with many gre at memories of the beach, sun, sand, blue cruises and
parties. This will entice you to return for many more visits.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey!!! Today is your arrival day. Airport transfers are
available from Ataturk International Airport during the hours of 8am
till 11pm. Transfers will be made to your Hotel where you will be met by
your Tour guide and checked into your room @ the Bulvar Palas
Optional Tour - 1001 Turkish Night departs from Hotel lobby at 20:00 to
the event. Includes turkish Dinner, Drinks and entertainment.
Note!! Transfers from Sabiha Gokcen Airport can be arranged at extra
cost.
Day 2 – Istanbul City Tour
Breakfast Included
We depart from the hotel at 08:30 for the Istanbul city tour. TOPKAPI
PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th
centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and
Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the
famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle;
enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE
Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect
Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior
decoration of blue Iznik tiles.
HIPPODROME Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the
three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column
and the Column of Constantine. Lunch break and then we head to the SPICE
BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar) The air here is filled with the enticing aromas
of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable
herb and spice.
After the tour you have the option to experience The bosphorus Cruise.
You will have the chance to enjoy magnificent views of bosphorus which
is connecting Asia to Europe.
For those in a party mood we have an ANZAC Party scheduled for tonight.
This is an optional activity. Party Information prices and details can
be found here >>>
Day 3 – Gallipoli - Dawn Service
Breakfast - Dinner is Optional
We depart for Gallipoli at 07:00 (4.5 hour drive). A stop will be
provided on the way down for supplies. We start our tour of the
Gallipoli Peninsula a little after midday. The tour includes the
Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Lone Pine (Australia’s Memorial and
Cemetery), Quinns Post, Turkish 57th Regiment Cemetery, The Nek and
Chunuk-Bair (New Zealand's Memorial and Cemetery). After the tour we
drive to the coast of Gabatepe for our big ANZAC BBQ and buffet dinner
(optional). At approx 21.30 pm we will depart to take our seats for the
Dawn Service. Overnight Anzac Cove.
Day 4 – Dawn Service – Troy (time permitting)
Dinner Included
Don't forget your sleeping bags, warm clothes, wet weather gear and
torches because Gallipoli is still as dark and cold today as it was
years ago when your ancestors landed.
04:30 Dawn Service.
10:30 Australian National service
11.45 Turkish National Service
13:00 New Zealand National service
After the services with time permitting we will depart for the ancient
city of Troy. (about an hours drive) Your guide will explain the
mythology surrounding Troy, the Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. After
Troy, we drive to our hotel (3 hours drive) in Ayvalik where we will
have dinner at the fantastic beach front Hotel and a comfy bed to rest
your weary bodies.
Remember it has been a long weekend and getting out of Gallipoli after
the services can be very frustrating there is still a long drive to your
accommodation in Ayvalik but it is well worth the wait!!
Day 5- Bergama Tour / Kusadasi
Breakfast and dinner included
Drive to Pergamum (45 minute drive) - see Asklepion, Zues's alter, the
Red Bassilcia etc. BERGAMA is the site of the Hellenistic - and later
Roman city of Pergamon, ruled for several centuries by a powerful local
dynasty. Its foremost attraction is the Kizil Avlu or "Red Basilica", a
huge edifice on the river not far from the acropolis, originally built
as a temple to the Egyptian god Osiris and converted to a basilica by
the early Christians, when it was one of the Seven Churches of Asia
Minor addressed by St John in the book of Revelation - though sadly it's
now a crumbling ruin with a mosque in one of its towers. After Pargamum
we continue towards the city of Kusadasi. On the way, we will visit a
place which continues to perform one of the oldest arts of Turkey; a
carpet weaving centre, followed by an optional Turkish Bath. After a
good scrub down we will check into our hotel in Kusadasi in time for
dinner.
Day 6- Ephesus & Kusadasi
Breakfast and Dinner Included
At 0830 we depart for Ephesus (20 min drive) - once the commercial
centre of the ancient world - is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The
city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural
program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Her enormous temple, once
considered one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt
several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. The
tour of the ruins also includes a theatre, gymnasium, agora and baths,
as well as the Library of Celsus. After lunch, we will make a shopping
tour in which you will be aware of the ancient arts of Turkey like
leather manufacturing and jewellery. As this will be a guided tour, you
will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well
known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping
experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen.
Overnight Kusadasi.
Day 7- Pamukkale Tour - Tuesday
Breakfast and dinner included
At 08:30 we leave Kusadasi for Pamukkale (2.5 hour drive). In Pamukkale
we shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the
ruins of Hierapolis, walking around this natural phenomenon gives you
the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs that flow down
the calcium terraces. After our days activities we will check into our
hotel intime for dinner and the rest of the evening is yours to explore
the small village or relax around the pool bar.
Day 8- Pamukkale & Dalyan Math Bath -Fethiye
Breakfast and dinner included (all-inclusive hotel in Fethiye)
After Breakfast we depart for Dalyan (4 hour drive). Dalyan is a very
popular small town not spoiled by buildings and still has the local
village feeling to it. From Dalyan we will take a boat trip to the The
Sultaniye Thermal Baths, Famous in Turkey and has included visitors such
as Dustin Hofman. The waters of Sultaniye Thermal Baths contain
radioactive elements and sulphur which are believed to cure rheumatism,
skin, liver, spleen and bowel complaints, as well as being beneficial
for nervous and digestive disorders. Apart from the obvious health
advantages its basically great fun. Once the mud fights have stopped and
you have baked yourself in the sun there is nothing better tan a dip in
the hot thermal springs to wash the mud away. Lunch will be served
shortly afterwards and then we will continue down the river to Caunos,
the ancient city near modern Dalyan, Caunos was founded around the 9th
century BC. Caunos is famous for its rock-cut tombs which we can observe
from the Dalyan river on our way to the wonderful 7 kilometres sandy
Iztuzu Beach, which is only accessible by boat and is one of the last
nesting areas for the Caretta Caretta (Sea Turtles). After the tour we
return to the boat and head back to Dalyan for our bus trip to Oludeniz
in Fethiye where we will be staying at the All Inclusive beach resort.
Day 9 - Fethiye
Hotel is All-Inclusive
The day is yours you don't have to wake up early. Ölüdeniz is famous
throughout the world for it's natural magnificent beach, crystal clear
sea and paragliding activities.
If you want to have good fun, you can choose one of our optional
activities like jeep safari and paragliding. Tomorrow, our Famous ANZAC
DAY 4day Boat party departs.
Day 10- Fethiye Tour The End
Hotel is All-Inclusive
After breakfast check out from the hotel or depart for the Anzac Day
Boat Party. From Fethiye we can arrange flights or coach transportation
to anywhere in Turkey. If you choose to stay longer in Fethiye we can
extend your accommodation and all so offer other options such as
Paragliding and Jeep Safari or ou may like to hit the Greek Islands? We
can arrange the ferry tickets for you to go. We hope your tour was a
memorable one and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another
tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing our agency.
Tour Inclusions:
. 8 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners + All-Inclusive hotel in Fethiye
. Professional English speaking tour guide throughout.
. All transportation by private a/c tour coach
. 2 nights at 4 star hotel accommodation in Istanbul @ the Bulvar Palas
. 1 night at 3 star hotel accommodation in Ayvalik @ Ayvalik Beach
Resort
. 2 nights at 4 Star Hotel accommodation in Kusadasi @ Kayhan Bey Hotel
. 1 night, 3 star hotel accommodation in Pamukkale
. 2 night, all-inclusivel accommodation @ a Beach Resort in Oludeniz -
Fethiye
. All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
. Arrival airport transfers between 8am and 10pm (Ataturk)
TOUR PRICE:
15 Day Silver ANZAC Tour
Turkey
Experience the must see places of Turkey including Istanbul, Gallipoli
Battlefields and the Anzac Services, Troy, Asklepion and Red Basilica,
and the roman city of Pergamum, the ancient ruins of Ephesus, the hot
springs of Pamukkale, Dalyan mudbaths, and the amazing city of
Cappadocia view first hand the historical arts traditions and mysteries
of Turkey. The Mediterranean views of Antalya, and visit the capital of
Turkey, Ankara. The tour also includes a optional ANZAC BBQ buffet
dinner on the Anzac Peninsula, all entrance fees mentioned in the
itinerary, 3 and 4 star Hotel accommodation, professional English
speaking tour guides, accommodation in the authentic cave hotels of
Cappadocia. This tour will ensure you leave Turkey with many great
memories and will entice you to return for many more visits.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey!!! Today is your arrival day. Airport transfers are
available from Ataturk International Airport during the hours of 8am
till 11pm. Transfers will be made to your Hotel where you will be met by
your Tour guide and checked into your room @ the Bulvar Palas
Optional Tour - 1001 Turkish Night departs from Hotel lobby at 20:00 to
the event. Includes turkish Dinner, Drinks and entertainment.
Note!! Transfers from Sabiha Gokcen Airport can be arranged at extra
cost.
Day 2 – Istanbul City Tour
Breakfast Included
We depart from the hotel at 08:30 for the Istanbul city tour. TOPKAPI
PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th
centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and
Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, the
famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle;
enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE
Across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect
Mehmet, is known as the BLUE MOSQUE because of its magnificent interior
decoration of blue Iznik tiles.
HIPPODROME Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the
three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column
and the Column of Constantine. Lunch break and then we head to the SPICE
BAZAAR (Egyptian Bazaar) The air here is filled with the enticing aromas
of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable
herb and spice.
After the tour you have the option to experience The bosphorus Cruise.
You will have the chance to enjoy magnificent views of bosphorus which
is connecting Asia to Europe.
For those in a party mood we have an ANZAC Party scheduled for tonight.
This is an optional activity.
Day 3 – Gallipoli - Dawn Service
Breakfast - Dinner is Optional
We depart for Gallipoli at 07:00 (4.5 hour drive). A stop will be
provided on the way down for supplies. We start our tour of the
Gallipoli Peninsula a little after midday. The tour includes the
Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Lone Pine (Australia’s Memorial and
Cemetery), Quinns Post, Turkish 57th Regiment Cemetery, The Nek and
Chunuk-Bair (New Zealand's Memorial and Cemetery). After the tour we
drive to the coast of Gabatepe for our big ANZAC BBQ and buffet dinner
(optional). At approx 21.30 pm we will depart to take our seats for the
Dawn Service. Overnight Anzac Cove.
Day 4 – Dawn Service – Troy (time permitting)
Dinner Included
Don't forget your sleeping bags, warm clothes, wet weather gear and
torches because Gallipoli is still as dark and cold today as it was
years ago when your ancestors landed.
04:30 Dawn Service.
10:30 Australian National service
11.45 Turkish National Service
13:00 New Zealand National service
After the services with time permitting we will depart for the ancient
city of Troy. (about an hours drive) Your guide will explain the
mythology surrounding Troy, the Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. After
Troy, we drive to our hotel (3 hours drive) in Ayvalik where we will
have dinner at the fantastic beach front Hotel and a comfy bed to rest
your weary bodies.
Remember it has been a long weekend and getting out of Gallipoli after
the services can be very frustrating there is still a long drive to your
accommodation in Ayvalik but it is well worth the wait!!
Day 5- Bergama Tour / Kusadasi
Breakfast and dinner included
Drive to Pergamum (45 minute drive) - see Asklepion, Zues's alter, the
Red Bassilcia etc. BERGAMA is the site of the Hellenistic - and later
Roman city of Pergamon, ruled for several centuries by a powerful local
dynasty. Its foremost attraction is the Kizil Avlu or "Red Basilica", a
huge edifice on the river not far from the acropolis, originally built
as a temple to the Egyptian god Osiris and converted to a basilica by
the early Christians, when it was one of the Seven Churches of Asia
Minor addressed by St John in the book of Revelation - though sadly it's
now a crumbling ruin with a mosque in one of its towers. After Pargamum
we continue towards the city of Kusadasi. On the way, we will visit a
place which continues to perform one of the oldest arts of Turkey; a
carpet weaving centre, followed by an optional Turkish Bath. After a
good scrub down we will check into our hotel in Kusadasi in time for
dinner @ the Kayhan Bey Hotel
Day 6- Ephesus & Kusadasi
Breakfast and dinner included
At 0830 we depart for Ephesus (20 min drive) - once the commercial
centre of the ancient world - is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The
city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural
program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Her enormous temple, once
considered one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt
several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. The
tour of the ruins also includes a theatre, gymnasium, agora and baths,
as well as the Library of Celsus. After lunch, we will make a shopping
tour in which you will be aware of the ancient arts of Turkey like
leather manufacturing and jewellery. As this will be a guided tour, you
will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well
known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping
experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen.
Overnight in Kusadasi at the Kayhan Bey Hotel
Day 7- Pamukkale Tour
Breakfast and dinner included
At 08:30 we leave Kusadasi for Pamukkale (2.5 hour drive). In Pamukkale
we shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the
ruins of Hierapolis, walking around this natural phenomenon gives you
the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs that flow down
the calcium terraces. After our days activities we will check into our
hotel intime for dinner and the rest of the evening is yours to explore
the small village or relax around the pool bar.
Day 8- Pamukkale & Dalyan Math Bath - Fethiye
Breakfast and dinner included (Hotel in Fethiye is All-Inclusive)
After Breakfast we depart for Dalyan (4 hour drive). Dalyan is a very
popular small town not spoiled by buildings and still has the local
village feeling to it. From Dalyan we will take a boat trip to the The
Sultaniye Thermal Baths, Famous in Turkey and has included visitors such
as Dustin Hofman. The waters of Sultaniye Thermal Baths contain
radioactive elements and sulphur which are believed to cure rheumatism,
skin, liver, spleen and bowel complaints, as well as being beneficial
for nervous and digestive disorders. Apart from the obvious health
advantages its basically great fun. Once the mud fights have stopped and
you have baked yourself in the sun there is nothing better tan a dip in
the hot thermal springs to wash the mud away. Lunch will be served
shortly afterwards and then we will continue down the river to Caunos,
the ancient city near modern Dalyan, Caunos was founded around the 9th
century BC. Caunos is famous for its rock-cut tombs which we can observe
from the Dalyan river on our way to the wonderful 7 kilometres sandy
Iztuzu Beach, which is only accessible by boat and is one of the last
nesting areas for the Caretta Caretta (Sea Turtles). After the tour we
return to the boat and head back to Dalyan for our bus trip to Oludeniz
in Fethiye where we will be staying at the Alize All Inclusive beach
resort.
Day 9 - Antalya
Breakfast and dinner included (Hotel in Antalya is All-Inclusive)
After breakfast depart to Antalya (5 hour drive). On the way we shall
see one of the best panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. Lunch
break on the way. We will be passing from ancient Likya and you will
have the chance to take photos of breath taking scenes. In ancient times
it covered all Pamphylia that means "the land of all tribes". Attalia,
the ancient name of Antalya , is derived from that of the Pergamon king
Attalos II Philadelphus, who founded the city on the Pamphylian seacoast
around 150 BC. It is know that it was visited by St. Paul by way of
Perge in 46 A.D., that it was an important trading centre in the 2nd
century A.D. and that the Emperor Hadrian's visit in 130 A.D. was
commemorated with new monuments. Check in to your hotel. The rest of the
day is yours to discover Antalya.
Day 10- Antalya Perge Aspendos Tour
Breakfast and dinner included (Hotel in Antalya is All-Inclusive)
PERGE : According to the geographer Strabon, Perge has been
founded by Akhas who came down here after the Trojan wars. Perge was
first mentioned in 334 BC when Alexander the Great passed through here.
In the following years, Perge went under the control of Pergamon when
the Kingdom of Pergamon became a part of the Roman city. Especially in
the first and the second centuries BC, Perge became one of the richest
towns in Pamphylia. Therefore it is not a surprising that St. Paul
started his campaign in Anatolia from Perge in 46 AD. The people of
Perge loved and respected their Artemis to such an extent that
Christianity had to wait for another 400 years to enter here. In the
Byzantine period, Perge was the seat of the bishop. Even though Arabs
raided Perge in the 7th century AD, when Seljuk Turks settled the area,
records show the existence of an older race living here. After the tour,
departure for Aspendos. Lunch break on the way.
ASPENDOS: The eastern land of Antalya was called Pamphylia in
ancient times. The Toros Daglari ( Taurus Mountains ) forms a beautiful
back drop to the fertile coast, rich with fields of cotton and
vegetables. Aspendos (Belkis) lies 47 km east of Antalya in the
Pamphylian plain. In 486 BC, Greeks and Persians had a great battle here
(the Greeks won, they didn't stay in the area for long). During the
reign of he Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (161-80 AD) Aspendos got its
theatre, which is the best preserved of all. It was built by Romans and
maintained by Byzantines and Seljuks. The ruins of the ancient city are
extensive and include a stadium, an agora, and a basilica. Dinner at the
hotel. Overnight in 3star Hotel Antalya.
Day 11- Antalya - Cappadocia
Breakfast and dinner included
Early morning we have a long drive to Cappadocia (8 hour drive). Check
in to your hotel. After having some rest, you will have the chance to go
to the famous traditional Turkish Night, you will enjoy Whirling
Dervishes, Belly Dancing & Traditional Turkish Folklore accompanied by
traditional Turkish food. We recommend it should not be missed.
Overnight Cave Hotel in Cappadocia.
Day 12- Cappadocia Tour
Breakfast and dinner included
Today we will get to know the Cappadocia region, a volcanic area in
which the geological formation started 10 million years ago. As a result
of these formations phallic like pillars have come to life. The
beautiful horse country "Katpatuka," (as the Persians called her) is an
unbelievable strip of land, enchanting and mysterious. Our guided tour
will start at 09:30 and cover Avcilar, Pigeon Valley , Göreme Open Air
Museum , Dervent Valley , Uçhisar Castle and the pottery village of
Avanos . If you want to join our optional activity of Hot Air
Ballooning, please contact with your guide and register because it will
take place early the next morning. Dinner at your Hotel. Overnight in
Cave Hotel Cappadocia
Day 13- Cappadocia Tour & Ankara
Breakfast & Dinner included
We depart at 09:30 for one of the most interesting sites of Cappadocia -
Derinkuyu Underground City. The Christians hid from the armies of Rome
and the raids of hostile tribes in these self sufficient cities in which
there were halls for stocks of crop, barns, rooms, kitchens &
ventilation channels. This afternoon we will depart for Ankara with a
lunch break during the trip (4 hour drive). Overnight in 4star Hotel
Ankara.
Day 14- Ankara City Tour & Istanbul
Breakfast included
Visit Ataturk (founder of the modern Turkey) Museum at the Ataturk
Mosoleum. Lunch break. After the break city tour of Ankara which is the
2nd biggest city and the capital of Turkey. Then departure for Istanbul
(5 hour drive). Over night in Istanbul @ Bulvar Palas
Day 15- Istanbul - The End –
Breakfast included
After breakfast check out from the hotel. We hope your tour was a
memorable one and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another
tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing our agency.
Tour Inclusions:
. 13 Breakfasts, 9 Dinners + All-Inclusive hotel in Fethiye and Antalya
. Professional English speaking tour guide throughout
. All transportation by private a/c tour coach
. 3 nights at 4 star hotel accommodation in Istanbul @ the Bulvar Palas
. 1 night at 3 star hotel accommodation in Ayvalik @ Ayvalik Beach Club
. 2 nights at 4 Star Hotel accommodation in Kusadasi @ Kayhan Bey Hotel
. 1 night 3 star hotel accommodation in Pamukkale
. 1 night, all-inclusivel accommodation @ a Beach Resort in Oludeniz -
Fethiye
. 2 night, all-inclusivel accommodation @ a Beach Resort in Antalya
. 2 nights accommodation in Cappadocia in authentic cave Hotel
. 1 night 4 star hotel accommodation in Ankara
. All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
. Arrival airport transfers between 8am and 10pm
TOUR PRICE:
16 Day Easter-Anzac Special
TOUR START DATE:
11/04/09
An outstanding tour through the Easter
break and leading into the Anzac Services at Gallipoli. Starting in
Istanbul we head east to the beautiful Safranbolu to many the highlight
of the tour. then on to the capital Ankara before heading to the
moonscapes of Cappadocia. The ancient cities of Perge and Aspendos in
Antalya, the Calcium Terraces at Pamukale. Ephesus the biggest ancient
city in Turkey, Pergamon, Assos Troy and then on to Gallipali complete
with our optional
Anzac BBQ. The services preceed until mid afternoon the following
day when we retun to Istanbul to finish your Easter and Anzac tour
through the best Turkey has to offer.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – Istanbul –
Welcome to Turkey!!! Today is your arrival day. Airport transfers are
available from Ataturk International Airport during the hours of 8am
till 11pm. Transfers will be made to your Hotel where you will be met by
your Tour guide and checked into your room @ the Bulvar Palas
Day 2 – Istanbul City Tour
We depart from the hotel at 08:30 for the Istanbul city tour. “TOPKAPI
PALACE” The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the
19th centuries. The palace houses an exquisite collection of crystal,
silver, and Chinese porcelain. Robes worn by the sultans and their
families, the famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, and
the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. Next on the
list is the “SULTANAHMET IMPERIAL MOSQUE” Across from St. Sophia built
in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, is known as the “BLUE
MOSQUE” because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik
tiles. Outside the Blue Mosque we find the “HIPPODROME”. The Ancient
Hippodrome was the scene of chariot races and entertainment. The
Hippodrome comprises of three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the
bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. After a short
enjoyable lunch break we head to the “SPICE BAZAAR” (Egyptian Bazaar)
the air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway,
saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice.
After the tour you have the option to experience The bosphorus Cruise
which will depart after the city tour. You will have the chance to enjoy
magnificent views of bosphorus which is connecting Asia to Europe.
Day 3 Safranbolu
08:30am we depart for Safranbolu (From the 13th century to the advent of
the railway in the early 20th century, Safranbolu was an important
caravan station on the main East–West trade route. The Old Mosque, the
Old Bath House and Süleyman Pasha Medrese were built in 1322. During its
apogee in the 17th century, Safranbolu's architecture influenced urban
development throughout much of the Ottoman Empire.) On arrival we will
walk through the historical Safranbolu Bazaar, continuing on to Cinci
Hodja Caravanserai, Cici Hodja Bath House, Kaymakamlar House (Museum), -
- Overnight stay in Safranbolu
Day 4 Safranbolu – ANKARA
After Breakfast at 09:00 am we departure sleepy Safranbolu for Ankara (
3 to 4 hours drive ) On arrival we will have time for lunch before
taking the city tour of Ankara which is the 2nd biggest city and the
capital of Turkey. On the tour you will visit Ataturk`s (founder of the
modern Turkey) Museum and the Ataturk Mausoleum. Overnight in Ankara
Day 5 Ankara – Cappadocia
After breakfast drive to Cappadocia (4 hour drive). Check in to your
hotel. Tonight we have an optional Activity – The famous traditional
Turkish Night, here you will enjoy Whirling Dervishes, Belly Dancing &
Traditional Turkish Folklore accompanied by traditional Turkish food and
drink. This evening comes highly recommended as it is one of the only
places in turkey to glimpse the Whirling Dervishers. Overnight Cave
Hotel in Cappadocia.
Day 6- Cappadocia Tour
Today we will get to know the Cappadocia region, a volcanic area in
which the geological formation started over 10 million years ago. As a
result of these formations phallic like pillars have come to life. The
beautiful horse country "Katpatuka," (as the Persians called her) is an
unbelievable strip of land, enchanting and mysterious. Our guided tour
will start at 09:30 and cover Avcilar, Pigeon Valley , Göreme Open Air
Museum , Dervent Valley , Uçhisar Castle and the pottery village of
Avanos . If you want to join our optional activity of Hot Air
Ballooning, please contact your guide and register because it will take
place early the next morning and is often full so it pays to book ahead.
Overnight in Cave Hotel Cappadocia
Day 7 - Konya – Antalya
This morning we drive to Konya and see the imposing green-tiled
Mausoleum of Mevlana, the mystic founder of the Islamic Sufi sect
(Sufism is less an Islamic sect than a mystical way of approaching the
Islamic faith. It has been defined as "mystical Islamic belief and
practice in which Muslims seek to find the truth of divine love and
knowledge through direct personal experience of God." “Whirling
Dervishes”). After Konya we depart for Antalya. Over Night in Antalya
Day 8 – Perge and Aspendos
After breakfast departure for Perge. According to the geographer
Strabon, Perge was founded by Akhas who came to the region after the
Trojan wars. Perge was first mentioned in 334 BC when Alexander the
Great passed through the region. In the following years, Perge fell
under the control of the Kingdom of Pergamon and later part of the Roman
city. Especially in the first and the second centuries BC, Perge became
one of the richest towns in Pamphylia. Therefore it is not a surprising
that St. Paul started his campaign in Anatolia from Perge in 46 AD. The
people of Perge loved and respected their Artemis to such an extent that
Christianity had to wait for another 400 years to enter here. In the
Byzantine period, Perge was the seat of the bishop. After the Perge tour
we will stop for a lunch break and the head for another ancient marval
“Aspendos”.
ASPENDOS: The eastern land of Antalya was called Pamphylia in ancient
times. The Toros Daglari ( Taurus Mountains ) forms a beautiful back
drop to the fertile coast, rich with fields of cotton and vegetables.
Aspendos (Belkis) lies 47 km east of Antalya in the Pamphylian plain. In
486 BC, there was a huge battle between the Greeks and the Persians.
Around 80 AD the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius built the amphitheatre.
Built by Romans and maintained by the Byzantines and the Seljuk’s. The
ruins of the ancient city are extensive and include a stadium, an agora,
and a basilica. After Aspendos we return to our hotel. Overnight in
Antalya.
Day 9 Antalya to Pamukkale
At 08:30 we leave Antalya for Pamukkale (approx 5 hour drive) once in
Pamukkale you have time to walk around the small village and relax in
the Thermal pools of the hotel. Overnight in Pamukkale
Day 10 Pamukkale - Kusadasi
This morning we shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton
castle) and the ruins of Hierapolis, walking around this natural
phenomenon gives you the option of lying in the waters of the natural
springs that flow down the calcium terraces. After Pamukkale Tour depart
for Kusadasi
Day 11- Ephesus & Kusadasi
At 0830 we depart for Ephesus (20 min drive) - once the commercial
centre of the ancient world - is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The
city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural
program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Her enormous temple, once
considered one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt
several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. The
tour of the ruins also includes a theatre, gymnasium, agora and baths,
as well as the Library of Celsus. After lunch, we will make a shopping
tour in which you will become aware of the ancient arts of Turkey like
leather manufacturing and jewellery. As this will be a guided tour, you
will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well
known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping
experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen.
Overnight in Kusadasi
Day 12 - Bergama – Asos
Today we drive to Pergamum (45 minute drive) - see Asklepion, Zeus’s
alter, the Red Bassilcia etc. BERGAMA is the site of the Hellenistic -
and later Roman city of Pergamon, ruled for several centuries by a
powerful local dynasty. Its foremost attraction is the Kizil Avlu or
"Red Basilica", a huge edifice on the river not far from the acropolis,
originally built as a temple to the Egyptian god Osiris and converted to
a basilica by the early Christians, when it was one of the Seven
Churches of Asia Minor addressed by St John in the book of Revelation -
though sadly it's now a crumbling ruin with a mosque in one of its
towers. After Pargamum we continue towards the city of Assos. Over night
Boutique Hotel in Assos..
Day 17 Assos – Troy
After breakfast we will explore the ancient city of Assos before we
drive to Troy where you can explore the site of the legendary town, made
famous by Homer in his Iliad and visit the Temple of Athena. Over night
Boutique Hotel in Assos..
Day 14 – Gallipoli - Dawn Service
We depart for Gallipoli at 07:00 (4.5 hour drive). A stop will be
provided on the way down for supplies. We start our tour of the
Gallipoli Peninsula a little after midday. The tour includes the
Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Lone Pine (Australia’s Memorial and
Cemetery), Quinns Post, Turkish 57th Regiment Cemetery, The Nek and
Chunuk-Bair (New Zealand's Memorial and Cemetery). After the tour we
drive to the coast of Gabatepe for our big ANZAC BBQ and buffet dinner
(optional). At approx 21.30 pm we will depart to take our seats for the
Dawn Service. Overnight Anzac Cove.
Day 15 - Gallipoli Dawn Service
Don't forget your sleeping bags, warm clothes, wet weather gear and
torches because Gallipoli is still as dark and cold today as it was
years ago when your ancestors landed.
04:30 Dawn Service.
10:30 Australian National service
11.45 Turkish National Service
13:00 New Zealand National service
After the Services (approx 3pm) we will drive back to Istanbul (4.5 hour
drive).
Day 16 – Istanbul – End of Tour
Breakfast Included
Today your tour is over. Please make your own arrangements for departure
remembering that your hotel will need you to check out before midday. We
hope you had a memorable tour and we look forward to seeing you in the
future on another tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for
choosing our agency.
Tour Includes
14 Breakfast 11 Dinners
3 nights accommodation in Istanbul with Breakfast
1 nights accommodation in Safranbolu with Breakfast and Dinner
1 nights accommodation in Ankara with Breakfast and Dinner
2 Night accommodation in Cappadocia with Breakfast and Dinner
2 nights accommodation in Antalya with Breakfast and Dinner
1 nights accommodation in Pamukkale with Breakfast and Dinner
2 nights accommodation in Kusadasi with Breakfast and Dinner
2 nights accommodation in Asos with Breakfast and Dinner
Guided Tour to Istanbul City Tour
Guided Tour to Safranbolu
Guided Tour to Ankara
Guided Tour to Cappadocia Tour
Guided Tour to Konya
Guided Tour to Antalya
Guided Tour to Pamukkale
Guided Tour to Ephesus
Guided Tour to Bergama
Guided Tour to Asos
Guided Tour to Troy
Guided Tour to Gallipoli
ANZAC Day Down Service
Private Air-conditioned busses
Private Professional English speaking tour guide
All entrance fees mentioned in the Itinerary
Private Return airport transfers
TOUR PRICE:
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