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 Turkey's first president's speech to returning ANZAC's in 1934 Gallipoli |
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Day 1 Thursday 8th November Istanbul
Welcome to Istanbul! 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. Overnight Istanbul 4*.
Day 2 Friday 9th November Istanbul
Tour the city that spans both Europe and Asia visiting the Blue Mosque, the Aya Sofia, Topkapi Palace and the Hippodrome. Welcome dinner tonight at a typical Turkish restaurant. Overnight Istanbul 4*. Dinner.
Day 3 Saturday 10th November Istanbul to Gallipoli via Troy
Today we travel south towards the Gallipoli battlefields visiting ancient Troy, home of the famed Trojan Horse, before checking into our hotel. Overnight Gallipoli 4*. Lunch. Dinner.
Day 4 Sunday 11th November Remembrance Day - Gallipoli
One of the most emotional and touching places in Turkey, today we start our WWI Battlefields of Gallipoli tour with a small unofficial service at ANZAC Cove at 11 am, then we continue on to visit the Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, the Nek, Johnston's Jolly and the Kaba Tepe Gallipoli Museum. Overnight Gallipoli 4*. Lunch. Dinner.
Day 5 Monday 12th November Gallipoli to Kusadasi via Pergamum
We tour the magnificent acropolis of Pergamum. It's impressive temples, library and medical facilities made Pergamum a renowned cultural and political centre in its time. This evening, relax by the beach. Overnight Kusadasi 4*. Dinner.
Day 6 Tuesday 13th November Ephesus
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the city halls and stadium where chariot and horse races were once held. We also visit the Selcuk Museum before a Leather goods display. Turkey produces some of the finest leather goods in the world and many are made here before branding in Italy. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey. At the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value. Tonight we dine in the beautiful fruit wine producing and craft town of Sirince. Overnight Kusadasi 4*. Dinner.
Day 7 Wednesday 14th November Kusadasi to Pamukkale
Today we head inland and visit the famous calcium terraces of Pamukkale and the Roman Hierapolis. Overnight Pamukkale 4*. Dinner.
Day 8 Thursday 15th November Caravansary
Today we travel the ancient Silk Road passing several Caravanserails and visiting Sultanhani Caravansary. Tonight, don’t miss the optional traditional Turkish folklore evening! Overnight Cappadocia 4*.
Day 9 Friday 16th November Cappadocia, Goreme, Underground City
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia through Goreme Valley, the fairy chimneys, an underground city and more. Overnight Cappadocia 4*. Dinner.
Day 10 Saturday 17th November Cappadocia
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia, with a fully guided tour of Goreme Valley, the Fairy Chimneys and one of the largest underground cities, Derinkuyu. Overnight Cappadocia 4*. Dinner.
Day 11 Sunday 18th November Cappadocia to Istanbul via Ankara
In the Nations capital, Ankara, we visit the award winning Ancient Civilisation’s Museum. Overnight Istanbul 4*. (Optional flight to Istanbul from Cappadocia)
Day 12 Monday 19th November Istanbul
After breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends.
Tour includes
o Inbound airport transfer from Atatürk airport to your hotel
o Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
o Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour
o Tours of Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamum, Ephesus, Pamukkale and Cappadocia
o 11 nights accommodation in 4 star hotels with breakfast
o 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 8 dinners
Tour does not include
o Entrance fees to various sites, tips
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