24.04.2009 - FRIDAY
Istanbul - Gallipoli
Welcome to Istanbul. We meet at the office in Istanbul for an early morning departure to the WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli. Along the way we will stop for a meal break and a chance to stock up on supplies and rations to see you through the night and the following day. Once we arrive at the Gallipoli peninsula, we will take you on an orientation tour of the battlefields before we arrive at our final destination of Anzac Cove in the early evening, to secure a good spot on the grass for the long night ahead. Overnight ANZAC Cove
(Please note: no accommodation is available on this night as you will sleep under the stars as the ANZAC's did 94 years before)
25.04.2009 - SATURDAY
Anzac Day
Awake before sunrise to the Anzac Dawn service and commemorate our fallen fore fathers on this special day. The Gallipoli battlefields are well sign posted so you can walk amidst the various cemeteries, trenches and memorials on your way to Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair to attend the Australian, Turkish and New Zealand memorial services. Late afternoon you will meet up with the Tour Bus again to head to the small town of Kucukkuyu for some well deserved sleep. Overnight Kucukkuyu (D)
26.04.2009 SUNDAY
Pergamum - Kusadasi
This morning, you head south along the Aegean Coast, stopping at the ancient city of Pergamum for a guided tour before travelling onto the resort town of Kusadasi, this evening.Overnight Kusadasi (B)
27.04.2009 MONDAY
Ephesus Tour
The tour begins by visiting the remains of the Artemis Temple, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Afterwards, it proceeds to the spectacular main site of Ephesus, undoubtedly the most superbly preserved Greco-Roman city. Unmistakable highlights surviving among the ruins are the Celsius Library, Agora, Theater, Odeon, Trajan Fountain, Domitianus Temple and Roman Latrines. Following a lunch break, visit the House of Virgin Mary; reputed to be where she spent her final days. (B)
28.04.2009 TUESDAY
Pamukkale Tour
Mid-morning we head to the Pamukkale to paddle in the natural calcium formations and visit the ancient spa town of Hierapolis. Maybe take a dip in therapeutic hot springs used in Roman times. Optional tour of Hierapolis available. Overnight Pamukkale (B)
29.04.2009 WEDNESDAY
Silk Road , Cappadocia
Today we head out to follow an ancient silk trade route across the Anatolian Plain, on the way you will visit Sultanhani Caravanserai and Obruk just as the ancient traders did.
Overnight Cappadocia (B)
30.04.2009 THURSDAY
Cappadocia Tour
This morning you have the option of taking a hot-air balloon ride in a region famed for being one of the best places in the world for ballooning, due to both the wind currents and spectacular scenery. You will be back in plenty of time for the optional tour around the southern parts of Cappadocia. Check out the carved cave villages, underground cities, spectacular coloured valleys and the fairy chimney formations. Overnight Cappadocia (B)
01.05.2009 FRIDAY
Cappadocia Tour
Today you are free to explore the wonders of Cappadocia at your own pace. Tonight, do not miss the optional Turkish Folklore evening, which includes nearly 3 hrs of entertainment and all the food and drink you can handle! Overnight Cappadocia (B)
02.05.2009 SATURDAY
Istanbul via Ankara
Early morning start today as we head back to Istanbul, via Ankara, the nations Capital. You will have time to visit the Museum and Mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk and discover what happened to the Turkish nation after the ANZAC's left. Overnight Istanbul (B)
03.05.2009 SUNDAY
Istanbul via Ankara
After Breakfast your tour concludes and sadly it is time to say good bye to new friends.(B
Price :459 Euros (Shared accommodation) Single supplement 99 Euros
Tour Includes
 English speaking Tour Leader on the bus giving you a wealth of super interesting and useful info
(All optional tours are conducted by English speaking professional tour guide)
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking bus
Commemorative gift
Guided orientation tour of Gallipoli and tour Pergamum. (Entrance fees not included)
1 Dinner and 8 Breakfasts
8 nights - Shared Hotel accommodation in total.
- 3 nights in Cappadocia
- 1 night in Istanbul
- 1 night in Kucukkuyu
- 2 nights in Kusadasi
- 1 night in Pamukkale
in budget style hotels, hostels and guesthouses and caves.
Options
Day 3 - Guided tour of ancient Ephesus
Day 5 - Guided tour of ancient Hierapolis
Day 7 - Guided tour of Southern Cappadocia
Tour Excludes
Suggested optional activities and sightseeing
Entrance fees to the various sites
P.S : Please, don't forget to bring your sleeping bag
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OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES |
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Bosphorus cruise tour (half day) : 25 EUR |
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Bosphorus cruise & two continents tour (full day) : 50 EUR |
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Byzantine relics tour (half day) : 30 EUR |
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Ottoman relics tour (half day) : 30 EUR |
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Byzantine & Ottoman relics tour (full day) : 50 EUR |
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Priene - Miletos - Didyma tour (full day) : 50 EUR |
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Turkish night show with dinner (belly dancer) : 50 EUR |
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