Escorted Tours
Meals: Dinner
Today offers an optional full day tour to discover the spectacular ruins of Ephesus. You can walk along its marble streets and see impressive structures like the Theatre, the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian and more. The tour also includes a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, a significant Pilgrimage site for both Christians and Muslims alike. You will also stop at a regional carpet centre to observe traditional Turkish rug weaving. Afterwards, return to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay in İzmir. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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The day begins breakfast before departing to visit a leather fashion showroom to see examples of fine Turkish craftsmanship. We will then continue to Pamukkale, renowned for its stunning White Travertine Terraces created by Thermal Springs. Afterwards, tour the Ancient Spa City of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before departing to the hotel dinner and overnight stay in Pamukkale. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, enjoy a morning drive to the beautiful Coastal Town of Fethiye. Upon arrival, enjoy a walking tour to see the Telmessos Ancient Theatre and the bustling Fish Market. This evening, dinner is at the hotel before you settle in for the night. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a free day in Fethiye to relax or explore on your own. You can join an optional boat cruise along the Turquoise Coast, which includes swim stops at secluded Bays and Islands. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will take a scenic drive from Fethiye along the Mediterranean Coast to Antalya, which is often called the 'jewel of the Turkish Riviera'. Upon arrival, enjoy an orientation walk through the charming Old Harbour and the historic Kaleiçi District. Dinner will be at a local restaurant. Overnight stay in Antalya. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast before spending a full day free at leisure. Alternatively, you can join the optional tour to Perge, a well preserved Ancient City and Aspendos, which boasts one of the best preserved Roman Theatres in the world. The afternoon is free to explore on your own or relax at your hotel in Antalya. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, our journey continues early for Cappadocia. Along the way we will visit the 13th Century Caravanserai and the Underground City of Saratli, which is carved into soft Volcanic rock. Later this afternoon, we will arrive in Cappadocia for dinner and our overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
For an unforgettable start to the day, you can choose an optional early morning Hot Air Balloon Ride to see the 'Fairy Chimneys' and Lunar landscapes from above at sunrise. An optional half day tour will take you to the Göreme Open-Air Museum, the Pottery making Town of Avanos, the unique rock formations of Devrent Valley and the scenic Red Valley. You will also get to take part in a hands on Pottery demonstration. In the evening, there is an optional Whirling Dervishes Ceremony available. This evening, dinner is at the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast before our departure for Ankara, the Capital of Türkiye, passing by the striking Salt Lake along the way. In Ankara, we will visit Anıtkabir, the impressive Mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, who is the founder of modern Türkiye. Overnight stay in Ankara. Meals: Breakfast
Today, enjoy breakfast at the hotel before we continue to İstanbul. In the afternoon, there is an optional Bosphorus Cruise to admire the Ottoman Palaces and Waterside Mansions that line the Strait between Europe and Asia. You will also visit the Spice Market, a fantastic place to buy Turkish delights and other souvenirs. Your journey concludes with a special farewell dinner to celebrate the end of your trip. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Today, your last day is dedicated to a fully day guided tour exploring İstanbul's most iconic Imperial sites. Your tour starts at Hagia Sophia, which is a stunning example of Byzantine architecture serving as a 6th Century Church before becoming a Mosque, which is still functions as today. You will then visit the Hippodrome, which was the social and sporting hub of Ancient Constantinople and the Blue Mosque, which is famous for its intricate blue Iznik tiles. You can also opt to visit the Topkapı Palace Museum (optional entrance tickets not included), the former opulent residence of the Ottoman Sultans (Harem section is not included). This evening, there is an optional traditional Turkish dinner with a Belly Dancing Show. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, check-out of the hotel and transfer to İstanbul Airport for your onward journey or return flight home. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (nt)
