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Turkey - Cave Dweller |
Tour
Itinerary
Day 1: Istanbul
Arrive in Istanbul where 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.
Day 2: Istanbul to Pamukkale
(overnight train) (B)
Tour the city that spans both Europe and Asia, visiting the Blue Mosque,
the Aya Sofya, Topkapi Palace and the Hippodrome. This evening we
board an overnight train for the calcium terraces of Pamukkale.
Day 3: Pamukkale to Egridir (B)
Tour the magnificent white calcium formations of Pamukkale, followed
by the ancient city of Hierapolis and a dip in the hot springs, which
were used in Roman times for their therapuetic powers. We then continue
for our overnight stop in the small town of Egridir, overlooking Turkey's
4th largest lake.
Day 4: Egridir to Cappadocia (B+D)
Witness one of the most beautiful sunrises over the lake, followed
by breakfast. We then drive along the ancient silk trade route, stopping
at Caravanserays Sultanhani and Agzikarahan. We arrive in Cappadocia
late afternoon.
Day 5: Cappadocia Tour (B)
This morning we marvel at the surreal landscape of Cappadocia, visiting
open air museums, underground cities and hidden valleys. This evening
you may wish to partake in a traditional Turkish folklore evening.
Day 6: Cappadocia to Istanbul via Ihlara Valley (B)
Buckle your seat belts as we drive back to Istanbul, via Ihlara Valley.
Trek through the natural gorge, taking in ancient churches from the
Byzantine era.
Day 7: Tour Finishes (B)
After breakfast, tour concludes. |
Tour
Includes:
* 6 nights accommodation in 3 star hotels, plus one night in an overnight
sleeper train from Istanbul to Pamukkale (day 2)
* Transport in an air-conditioned, non-smoking bus
* Professional English-speaking guide
* 3 guided tours of Istanbul, Pamukkale/Hierapolis and Cappadocia
* 6 breakfasts and 1 dinner
* One way arrival transfer.
Tour does not Include:
* Entrance fees to the various sites
* Personal Expenses
Optional Activities:
* Traditional Turkish Folklore Evening
* Hot Air-Ballooning
* Turkish Bath
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Kesit Tourism and Travel Agency
Caglayan Mah. 2007 Sok. No: 7 TR 07230Antalya / Turkey
Tel:+90-242 323 14 14 Fax:+90-242 323 96 66
E-mail : info@kesit.com
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