This 5 day tour, starts and ends in Istanbul, Turkey. Learn about the battle of Gallipoli in a moving visit the Gallipoli Battlefields, then soak up some of Turkeys rich history when you visit Troy, Pergamum and Ephesus on your way to Pamukkale and its incredible travertine pools before heading back to Istanbul.
Please Note:
- 1. Group Size : Minimum Group Size of 2. Maximum Group Size of 20.
- 2. Age : Minimum Age of 8. Whilst there is no Maximum Age set it is assumed the customer is fit enough to take part in the activity or tour. Health documents may be requested.
- 3. Single travellers are obliged to pay Single Supplement and will have the hotel room to themselves.
- 4. Customers may be picked up from their hotel where it is located in, or near Sultanahmet (the old city) or in the Taksim area. Pick up, on Day 1, is between 07:30 am and 08:00 am depending on where there hotel is located.
- 5. Customers can also meet at the Sultan Hostel at 7 am (directions may be found in the pre departure pack).
- 6. Please advise us of your pick up location upon booking, or at the latest 48 hours before-hand, so that we can confirm your pick up time.
- 7. You will need to have your passport handy at check-in for any domestic flights
What is included in the tour
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Accommodation
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Flights
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Guide
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Meals
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Additional Services
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Transport
What is NOT included in the tour
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Insurance
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Optional
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Additional Services
- Learn about the battle of Gallipoli
- Bring the Trojan horse back to life in Troy
- Experience the mystery in Ephesus
- Soak up the rich history of Istanbul
Day 1 - Gallipoli Battlefields
One of the most emotionally touching places in Turkey, today we visit the WW1 Battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston's Jolly, original trenches and tunnels.
Overnight Çanakkale - Special Class - Dinner
Day 2 - Troy, Acropolis of Pergamum
This morning, step back in time as we visit Troy, home of the famed Trojan Horse and then tour the magnificent acropolis of Pergamum. Its impressive temples and library made Pergamum a renowned cultural and political centre in its time.
Overnight Kuşadası - Boutique - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3 - Ephesus, Kusadasi
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before continuing to the former Greek village of Sirince, famous for its fruit wines. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and at the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value.
Overnight Kuşadası - Boutique - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 - Pamukkale, Hierapolis
This morning we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
Overnight Pamukkale - 4 star - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 - Istanbul
Today you head back to Istanbul. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight and be back in Istanbul, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel in time for a bit of last minute shopping or exploring. - Breakfast
