Istanbul - Troy - Canakkale - Pergamon
- Izmir - Eephesus - Sardes - Pamukkale - Hierapolis --
Aphrodisias - Antalya
Day 01 -Arrive Istanbul
Meet and greet. A short orientation tour. Then
transfer to the hotel for a welcome briefing. Evening is
free. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 02 - Istanbul
Discover the Byzantine and Ottoman treasures of
Istanbul. Visit the Royal TOPKAPI PALACE, home of the
Ottoman Sultans, the BLUE MOSQUE, unique with six minarets,
The Roman HIPPODROME SQUARE and the ST.SOPHIA CHURCH which
is considered One of the world’s greatest architectural
marvels. Then visit the Grand Covered Bazaar With over 4,000
tiny shops. Evening at leisure. (B)
Day 03 - Istanbul -Troy -Canakkale
Drive to GALLIPOLI, through the European lands of
Turkey. Cross the Dardanelles Strait by ferryboat. Visit
ancient TROY; see its legendary walls and the replica of the
wooden Horse. Dinner and overnight in Canakkale. (B,D)
Day 04- Pergamon -Izmir
Drive to Bergama. Visit the ACROPOLIS, the steepest
theater of the ancient world, the Temple of Trojan, Library.
Lunch at a local restaurant. Then visit ASCLEPION, the
ancient healing center V and the RED BASILICA which is one
of the Seven Churches of the Apocalypse (rev:2-12). Evening
at leisure. Overnight in Izmir. (B,L)
Day 05-Ephesus -Izmir
Leave for EPHESUS, cradle of early Christianity
(rev:2-1-7). Visit the HOUSE OF THE VIRGIN MARY, the ancient
Ephesus, the ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM and the TEMPLE OF DIANA
which is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Return to Izmir. Evening at. leisure. Overnight in Izmir.
(B,L)
Day 06-Sardes -Pamukkale
Drive to SARDES (rev:3-1-6) capital of ancient
Lydia. Visit the Temple of Cybele which later became a
church, the famous SYNAGOGUE from the third century, the
Gymnasium and the new excavation area. See the Golden River
Pactalos. Lunch en route. Proceed to Pamukkale for dinner
and overnight. (B,L,D)
Day 07-Hierapolis -Aphrodisias -Antalya
Morning tour of PAMUKKALE, noted ancient spa, where
pure white travertine's forms frozen waterfalls. Drive to
APHRODISIAS, the city of the Goddess of Love, see the well
preserved stadium.. the Odeon, the theater and the agora.
Continue to Antalya for dinner and overnight. (B,D)
Day 08-Antalya
Full day excursion to the ancient Pamphylian,
Hellenistic and Roman cities of PERGE and ASPENDOS and to
the award winning ANTAL YA ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM. Dinner and
overnight. (B,L,D)
Day 09-Antalya -Konya -Cappadocia
Early departure to KONYA. Visit the Mevlana Museum,
13th century Whirling Dervish Monastery. After lunch
continue to CAPPADOCIA where nature has scoured surrealistic
moonscape shapes ""-" and where the persecuted Christians
dug underground cities and churches during the 9th century.
Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia. Tonight, an OPTIONAL
Folk and Belly Dance Show at one of the cave restaurants in
Cappadocia. (B,L,D)
Day 10-Cappadocia
Full day Cappadocia visit, including Goreme Open
Air Museum, Avanos the pottery making town, the natural
citadel of Uchisar and the underground city of Kaymakli. Fly
to Istanbul and overnight. (B,L)
Day 11
Transfer to Istanbul Airport . End of the Tour (B)
Day 12-Bodrum-Marmaris 95.4 Miles
In the morning drive to Marmaris,Free time at
leisure in Marmaris. Overnight in Marmaris.
Day 13-Visit Rhodes (Greek Island) 117.4 Miles
In the morning ferry to Rhodes Island ,About 09;00
am. Arrival to Rhodes at 10:30 am.As soon as Rhodes is often
called "The Pearl of the Mediterranean" and is known for its
natural beauty, historical, and archaeological
treasures.Rhodes was an important center in the 5th to 3rd
centuries BC as part of both the Roman and Byzantine
empires. The Knights of St. John conquered and occupied
Rhodes in 1306 and the medieval walled city is still a
famous landmark in Rhodes town. Rhodes was recently declared
a world cultural heritage monument by UNESCO. The fabulous
climate, night life, beaches, and wealth of tourist
offerings make it a great holiday destination year round.At
evening return to marmaris at 17;00 pm ,then drive to Dalyan
.Overnight in Dalyan, Optional tour in Rhodes.
TOUR FEATURES
 2 nights hotel
accommodation at 3 stars hotels and Boutique Hotels
 Daily Breakfast
– 3 Lunches - 2 Dinners.
 Sightseeing as
per the itinerary.
 Professional
English speaking guide on tours
 Transportation
by A/C bus, or A/C van depending on the size of the group.
 All museum and
entrance fees where necessary.
Service charges
& local taxes
 No extra or
hidden costs!
For information and contact e-mail.info@turkeyephesustour.com
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