Amazing Turkey by Land

After breakfast, we begin to experience the magnificence of Istanbul. We will stroll through the historical heart of the old city, making stops along the way to the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, majestic Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia. In the afternoon take an optional cruise down the Bosphorus river and see the epic skyline. • Accommodation in Istanbul Hotel – 5 Star • Meals Included Breakfast • Included Activities Sightseeing of Blue Mosque Sightseeing of Hagia Sophia Sightseeing of Topkapi Palace Museum • Optional Activities Bosphorus Boat Cruise • Entrance Fees Blue Mosque Hagia Sophia Topkapi Palace Museum

Today we depart for the shores of Gallipoli. A place of important significance for Aussies and Kiwis, we will visit the beach and cemeteries at ANZAC Cove, before paying our respects at memorial sites Chunuk Bair and Lone Pine. • Accommodation in Gallipoli Hotel – 4 Star • Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner • Included Activities Sightseeing of Anzac Cove Sightseeing of Beach Cemetery Sightseeing of Lone Pine Sightseeing of Sightseeing of Chunuk Bair Sightseeing of War Trenches

You may of heard of Troy from Greek mythology or maybe just watched the Brad Pitt movie, but now you will visit the ruins and archaeological site of the city of Troy, and of course the famous wooden horse. Spend the afternoon in the the seaside town of Kusadasi. • Accommodation in Kusadasi Hotel– 4 Star • Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner • Included Activities Sightseeing of Troy Ancient City • Entrance Fees Troy Ancient City

After breakfast, our first stop is the spectacular, well preserved ancient city of Ephesus. Ephesus was cited in the book of Revelations, and historians believe the Gospel of John was written here. Famed for the Temple of Artemis which was completed around 550 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In the afternoon we depart for Fethiye where we can explore the buzzing resort town. • Accommodation in Fethiye Hotel – 4 Star • Meals Included Breakfast • Included Activities Sightseeing of Ephesus Ancient City • Entrance Fees Ephesus Ancient City

After breakfast we make our way to Saklikent, one of the deepest canyons in the world. We will then continue our journey to Oludeniz. Besides its spectacular beaches, glittering waters and breathtaking natural scenery, Oludeniz is also popular for its water sport. Here you can relax on the exquisite beach or join one of the adventure activities including paragliding and microlighting. Late in the afternoon we depart for our overnight stay in Fethiye. • Accommodation in Oludeniz Hotel – 4 Star • Meals Included Breakfast • Included Activities Sightseeing of Saklikent Sightseeing of Oludeniz • Optional Activities Paragliding • Entrance Fees Saklıkent Oludeniz Beach

Our next stop is Dalyan, a small town situated along the south-western coast popular for its natural and unspoiled beauty. We will join a boat trip to visit the most popular mud bath in Turkey, and we then continue to Iztuzu beach, homeland of world famous Caretta Caretta turtles. After a fantastic boat ride we will reach Iztuzu sandbar with fine sand and turquoise sea. • Accommodation Fethiye Hotel – 4 Star • Meals Included Breakfast • Included Activities Dalyan Boat Trip Mud Bath Iztuzu Beach • Optional Activities Mudbath Iztuzu Beach • Entrance Fees Mud Bath Iztuzu Beach

It’s time to get your cameras out, because today is a photographers dream! Today we will visit Pamukkale, or ‘cotton castle’ in Turkish. Pamukkale is a natural site that contains hot springs and travertine, giving the appearance of terraces made by carbonate minerals left by the flowing water. Spend time bathing in its pools, or explore the natural and unusual landscape. • Accommodation in Pamukkale Hotel – 4 Star • Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner • Included Activities Sightseeing of Pamukkale White Terraces • Entrance Fees Pamukkale White Terraces

Today we sit back and relax on the coach, as we head to Cappadocia. Watch the amazing Turkish scenery unfold before us and see small towns and villages as we pass on by. In the afternoon, we will visit Derinkuyu Underground City, a city complete with a church, wells, food stores, and even stables which is all located 60m under the ground. End the day with an optional traditional Hammam (Turkish bath). • Accommodation in Cappodocia Hotel – 4Star • Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner • Included Activities Sightseeing of Derinkuyu Underground City • Optional Activities Turkish Bath Experience • Entrance Fees Derinkuyu Underground City

Rise and shine, it will be an early start for our optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over the stunning landscapes and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. Or if preferred enjoy a leisurely start to the morning before we all fill up on breakfast. We will explore the UNESCO World Heritage listed Göreme, and tick off bucket list sights along the way including Göreme Musuem, Pigeon Valley, Uchisar and Cavusin. In the afternoon we will visit local handicraft manufacturers and learn about traditional art. In the evening we fly to Istanbul, your tour ends in Istanbul Airport at 9:30pm, please book your flights accordingly. • Meals Included Breakfast • Included Activities Goreme Open Air Museum Visit Sightseeing of Cavusin Sightseeing of Pigeon Valley Sightseeing of Uchisar • Optional Activities Hot Air Balooning • Entrance Fees Goreme Open Air Museum