8
Day
Agean Delight Tour of Turkey
Only got limited
time in Turkey? This backpacking tour
is operated all year round to introduce
you to some of the Turkish sights &
delights on offer. Take in the cultural
heartland of the Ottoman empire, clamour
over ancient ruins, commemorate the fallen
heroes of Gallipoli & swim in the
natural spring waters of Pamukkale’s
calcium terraces.
Day
1 - Istanbul
Welcome to Istanbul where you will be
transferred to your hotel, located in
the heart of the old city, Sultanahmet.
The remainder of the day is yours free
to explore.
Day 2 - Istanbul
City Tour (B)
Tour the city that spans both Europe and
Asia, visiting the Blue Mosque, the Aya
Sofya, Topkapi Palace, the Underground
Cistern and the Hippodrome.
Day 3 - Istanbul
to Gallipoli (B+L)
One of the most emotionally and touching
places in Turkey, today we drive to the
World War I Battlefields of Gallipoli,
visiting Lone Pine & Chunuk Bair Memorials,
Anzac Cove, Johnston's Jolly, the Nek
and Gallipoli Museum.
Day 4 - Gallipoli
to Kusadasi (B+D)
Step back in time today as we visit Troy
and its Trojan Horse, followed by a tour
of Pergamum, a magnificent acropolis with
one of the steepest amphitheatres in the
world. Its impressive temples, library
and medical facilities made it a renowned
cultural and political centre in its time.
Day 5 - Ephesus
Tour (B+D)
Absorb yourself in history today with
a guided tour of Ephesus. Walk down Marble
Road towards the Celcus Library and Grand
Theatre and immerse yourself into the
mystical atmosphere of the city halls
and stadium where chariot and horse races
were once held. We also visit the Cave
of the Seven Sleepers and the site of
the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven
Wonders of the Ancient World.
Day 6 - Kusadasi
to Pamukkale (plus overnight train) (B)
Tour the magnificent white calcium formations
of Pamukkale, followed by the ancient
city of Hierapolis and a dip in the hot
springs, which were used in Roman times
for their therapuetic powers. Tonight
we board an overnight sleeper train for
Istanbul.
Day 7 - Istanbul
(B)
Transfer to your hotel with the remainder
of the day yours free to explore!
Day 8 - Istanbul
(B)
Tour concludes after breakfast.
What's
Included
Arrival transfer * 1 lunch, 2 dinners,
7 breakfasts * 6 nights accommodation
in 3 star hotels, plus 1 overnight train
* Professional English-speaking guide
* Guided tours of Istanbul, Gallipoli,
Troy, Pergamum, Ephesus and Pamukkale
* Transport in an air-conditioned, non-smoking
bus
Tour does not Include
Entrance fees to the various sites * Personal
expenses
Optional Activities
Traditional Turkish Folklore Evening *
Turkish Bath
