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TURKEY EXPLORER * 4 STAR HOTELS * DEPARTS EVERYDAY |
Istanbul-Ephesus-Pamukkale-Hierapolis-Capadoccia
6 NIGHTS, 7 DAYS |
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| ITINERARY |
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| Day 1 |
Arrival Istanbul
Arrive at Istanbul airport. Meet our host and transfer to your hotel. Stay overnight in Istanbul.
No Meals |
| Day 2 |
Full Day Old City Tour
Enjoy a full day tour of the Sultanahmet district, the heart of old Istanbul. Firstly we visit the magnificent Hagia Sofia, Hippodrome and the stadium of ancient Byzantium, where an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of three entwined serpents from Delphi still survive. We then continue on to the Blue Mosque which owes its name to the exquisite tiles adorning its interior and the world famous Grand Bazaar. After lunch we visit the amazing Topkapi Palace, which from the 15th to the 19th century was the principle residence of the Ottoman Sultans. Stay overnight in Istanbul.
Breakfast & Lunch
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| Day 3 |
Half Day Bosphorus Cruise, Istanbul to Kayseri (flight)
Departing in the morning from the hotel. We will take a brief visit to the 17th Century Spice Bazaar which is the second largest covered bazaar in Istanbul and then embark on a cruise along the brilliant Bosphorus. This legendary strait separates Europe and Asia. Winding between wooded hills, it is lined with mosques, castles, 19th century mansions, picturesque villages and the extravagant baroque palaces of the late Ottoman sultans. At the tours end, you will be transferred to the airport to take a flight to Kayseri. Arrive in Kayseri and transfer to your hotel in Cappadoccia. Stay overnight in Capadoccia.
Breakfast |
| Day 4 |
Capadoccia
Today you will have the opportunity to experience one of the most amazing parts of Cappadocia. On this full day tour you will visit: Devrent Valley, Zelve open-air Museum, Monk's Valley (Pasabagi) and see the world famous fairy chimneys. After a break for lunch in Avanos we then continue on to the Goreme open-air Museum where you will visit numerous churches and monasteries. Depart for a panoramic view of Esentepe and then to Uchisar, a natural rock castle. Stay overnight in Cappadocia.
Breakfast & Lunch
Optional: Experience most exciting way to view the dramatic scenery of this unique area with a hot air balloon ride. |
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Kayseri to Izmir (flight) & Ephesus
Today you will be transferred to the airport to take an early morning flight to Izmir. Shortly after your arrival you will depart for Ephesus & the Virgin Mary's House. Firstly, visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Proceed to the ancient city of Ephesus where you will explore some of the best preserved theatres, fountains and buildings in the world. A definite must while in Turkey. Not to be forgotten is the House of the Virgin Mary on the top of the mountain, a pilgrimage site for many people of all denominations. After the tour transfer to your hotel. Stay overnight in Kusadasi.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner |
| Day 6 |
Pamukkale & Hierapolis
Depart from your hotel in the morning and drive to Pamukkale. Upon your arrival you will see the “”Cotton Cliffs”, one of the natural wonders of the world, formed by deposits of calcareous salts. We also visit the ancient ruins of the city of Hierapolis with its basilica, theatre and Roman baths. Stay overnight in Kusadasi.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner |
| Day 7 |
Departure
Today you will be transferred to Izmir airport for your flight to Istanbul. Arrive at Istanbul Airport. End of our services.
Breakfast.
This itinerary is subject to change without prior notice according to weather/daily events or other unforeseen circumstances outside the control of ATB Holidays. |
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| WHAT'S INCLUDED |
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6 nights in 4 star hotel accommodation. |
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All admission fees to the visited sites. |
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All meals as stated in the itinerary. |
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All sightseeing tours as described in the itinerary, with qualified English speaking tour guide. |
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All taxes and service fees. |
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Transportation by air-conditioned, non smoking vehicle. |
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| WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED |
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Any optional excursions. |
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Domestic flight tickets (will be arranged by us and added according to best rate available). |
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Drinks with meals (except the drinks served with breakfast) and medical services. |
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International flight tickets. |
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Items of a personal nature. |
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| DEPARTURE DATES |
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01.02.2010 to 31.03.2011 (Departs Everyday). |
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