Best of Turkey

ARRIVE ISTANBUL Destination Title

Istanbul, Turkey

Stand at the ancient crossroads between Europe and Asia, embarking on a journey of discovery through ancient lands and the marauding empires who fought to rule it. Arriving in vibrant Istanbul, you will be transferred to your hotel before joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a memorable Welcome Reception to kick off your epic adventure.

Radisson Blu Sisli

ISTANBUL SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Destination Title

Istanbul, Turkey

Spend your day delving into a city where modern and ancient coexist effortlessly. Gain insights into the Ottoman Empire's power during your guided tour of the Topkapi Palace and see the 4th-century Egyptian obelisk. Visit Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome and the exquisite Blue Mosque, said to rival even the Great Mosque in Mecca.

'Dive Into Culture' this afternoon, with a visit to the Grand Bazaar. Spend your afternoon haggling with passionate market vendors lining its labyrinthine lanes. This evening, consider purchasing an optional dinner with Turkish folk and belly dancing.

Breakfast

Radisson Blu Sisli

ISTANBUL - GALLIPOLI - ÇANAKKALE Destination Title

Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey

Pay tribute to the brave souls who lost their lives at Gallipoli - the national pride of two nations, the Turkish and Australians, were awakened at the site of the bloody WWI battlefields and are commemorated to this day.

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Canakkale, Turkey

See Anzac Cove and the Dardanelles, and visit the cemeteries of Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair, the final resting place of many Allied soldiers. You'll continue to Çanakkale where and dine at your hotel tonight.

Breakfast, Dinner

Kolin Hotel

ÇANAKKALE - TROY - PERGAMON - IZMIR Destination Title

Troy, Turkey

Explore the legends of Troy and see the symbolic replica of the famous Wooden Horse the Greeks used to break their siege of this ancient city.

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Pergamon, Turkey

Visit the ancient Asclepion Medical Centre in the city of Pergamon before retiring in seaside Izmir this evening where you'll dine at your hotel.

Breakfast, Dinner

Mövenpick Hotel Izmir

EXCURSION TO EPHESUS AND THE HOUSE OF THE VIRGIN MARY Destination Title

Ephesus, Turkey

Stroll through the ruins of the ancient Greek city of Ephesus, past the amazingly intact façade of the Library of Celcus and down to what was once its thriving port.

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Izmir, Turkey

See the House of Virgin Mary at Mt. Koressos then spend the rest of the day at leisure. This evening you may consider joining an optional dinner at a local restaurant in Izmir and indulge in some of the local raki.

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Mövenpick Hotel Izmir

IZMIR - PAMUKKALE FREE TIME Destination Title

PAMUKKALE, Turkey

Leave the coastal city of Izmir behind as you journey inland to Pamukkale. Relax and enjoy the blissful thermal pools at your hotel before dinner.

Breakfast, Dinner

Colossae Thermal

PAMUKKALE – HIERAPOLIS – ANTALYA Destination Title

Hierapolis, Turkey

Tread in the footsteps of the ancients who sought relief and relaxation at the Roman health spa at Hierapolis, then admire the bubbling pools and delicate white cascades of water of Pamukkale's Cotton Castle Springs.

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Taurus Mountains, Turkey

Later, travel through scenic countryside and join the Yazir community in the Taurus Mountains, where you'll 'Connect With Locals' and gain insights into their traditions at your 'Be My Guest' lunch.

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Antalya, Turkey

Your stop for the next two nights is the Mediterranean retreat of Antalya. Enjoy some time on your own ambling through the winding lanes of its old city and admiring beautifully preserved Ottoman architecture. This evening, join your companions for a rousing Regional Dinner at a local restaurant.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Crown Plaza Hotel

PERGE EXCURSION Destination Title

Antalya, Turkey

Enjoy a morning on your terms to soak up the enchanting seaside atmosphere of the Turkish Riviera, embarking on an optional yacht cruise or relaxing at the hotel pool.

This afternoon, travel to the Roman city of Perge to visit the impressive Antalya Archaeological Museum and see treasures spanning the centuries. Your evening is free to find an inviting meyhane for some local chit chat and delicious flavors of kebab and baklava.

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Crown Plaza Hotel

ANTALYA - ASPENDOS - KONYA Destination Title

Aspendos, Turkey

Witness the world's best-preserved theater of antiquity during your first stop in Aspendos this morning, before continuing to Konya, where you will gain insights into the mystical Whirling Dervish sect whose remains lie in the Mevlana Museum and Mausoleum.

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KONYA, Turkey

Continue to the Karatay Tile Museum, spellbound by its exquisitely Seljuk-tiled dome, before returning to your hotel where you'll dine tonight.

Breakfast, Dinner

Dedeman Konya

KONYA - CAPPODOCIA Destination Title

CAPPADOCIA, Turkey

See a well-preserved 13th-century caravanserai, at which weary travelers used to rest. Journey to Cappadocia with its honey-colored rocky spires providing an enchanting backdrop for your visit to the underground city of Saratli on the ancient Silk Road.

This evening, indulge in the flavors of traditional pottery kebabs during a Regional Dinner at a local restaurant, before retiring to your hotel with beautiful views of the surrounding fairy chimneys.  Tonight you'll stay in one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories' located alongside the ancient Ortahisar rock castle.

Breakfast, Dinner

Dilek Kaya

GOREME EXCURSION Destination Title

CAPPADOCIA, Turkey

The other-worldly landscapes of Cappadocia take center stage today as you explore its volcanic landscape dotted with caves and troglodyte dwellings. Visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum to admire the extraordinary rock-hewn churches and learn about the art of pottery making in Avanos before dining in your hotel this evening.

Breakfast, Dinner

Dilek Kaya

CAPPADOCIA - ANKARA Destination Title

Ankara, Turkey

Arriving in the youthful capital of Turkey today, you'll visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and the final resting place of the country's beloved Atatürk, the first president of the modern Turkish nation. This evening you'll dine at your hotel in Ankara.

Breakfast, Dinner

Mövenpick Hotel Ankara

ANKARA - ISTANBUL FREE TIME Destination Title

Istanbul, Turkey

Returning to Istanbul, enjoy the rest of the day on your own. Delve into the depths of the Basilica Cistern, savor the intoxicating smells of the Spice Market or ascend Galata Tower for exquisite views of east and west.

Consider an optional cruise navigating the waters of the Bosphorus before meeting your Travel Director and fellow companions for a memorable Farewell Dinner.

Breakfast, Dinner

Radisson Blu Sisli

DEPART ISTANBUL Destination Title

Istanbul, Turkey

Your epic journey into antiquity has come to an end as you bid Istanbul and newfound friends a fond farewell. Transfers are available. Conditions apply.

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ALL guests must carefully verify the existing identification requirements for their particular travel situation DIRECTLY WITH THEIR LOCAL CONSULATES OR EMBASSIES or with a visa service, as these requirements may change. Guests without proper documentation may be denied entry and will not be entitled to a refund

• 60 days or more prior to departure the deposit is non-refundable
• 59-16 days prior to commencement of services: 30% of total price*
• 15-8 days prior to commencement of services: 50% of total price*
• 7-1 days prior to commencement of services: 90% of total price*
• On departure day and later: 100% of total price*
• *Total price does not include any Instant Purchase Air or Instant Purchase Air service fees, which are non-refundable after 24 hours from purchase. Intra-vacation air is non-refundable after final payment.
• Cancellation fees may also apply to any additional services, including extra night accommodations, independently supplied services, and optional excursions reserved prior to, during, and after the tour. If flight changes, including, but not limited to, flight cancellations or name changes, are requested after full land and air deposits are received, revision fees, change fees, or airline cancellation fees will apply.
• In many instances, airline revision or change fees can be up to $300, but in some instances may be up to 100% of the ticket price. Cancellation penalties will be quoted at time of cancellation.
• All cancellations must be received in writing prior to tour departure. The cancellation policy will apply according to the date that the cancellation notification is received. The MINIMUM cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.
• The purchase to trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.

• Land only “from price” is per person based on two people sharing a room together and does not include airfare unless expressly stated.
• All prices are in US Dollars.
• A $200 non-refundable, non-transferable, per-person, per-vacation deposit is required to reserve space for you, with some limited exceptions, as noted below. Payment of the deposit indicates you have read and accepted theseall Terms & Conditions. Your booking is not confirmed until the deposit payment is processed and you receive a confirmation invoice.
• Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure, with some limited exceptions, as noted below. Within the final payment date, payment in full is required at time of booking to reserve space. Reservations (land, cruise, and air) are canceled if final payment is not received by the due date. The payment policy may vary for group reservations.
• Additional deposits or payments are required for international air added to the start and/or end of your vacation and/or for intra-vacation air, as specified in the itinerary (“air-inclusive vacations”). Air-inclusive vacation pricing is guaranteed upon receipt of full land plus air deposit or land deposit plus full airfare price, depending on type of airfare purchased (Flex-Air or Instant Purchase Air).
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