This pass was created to cater for passengers
coming to & from the Greek Islands. Therefore, the pass commences
from Kusadasi, the most popular travellers’ entry point from Greece
into Turkey, arriving by ferry from Samos. The pass covers the circuit
through to its finish in Istanbul. Valid all season.
Minimum time to complete circuit
is 6 days.
EPHESUS > PAMUKKALE
Absorb yourself in history
this morning with an optional tour of the former capital of Roman
Asia and best-preserved ancient city in Turkey, Ephesus. This afternoon,
we depart for Pamukkale.
PAMUKKALE > KOYCEGIZ via
Marmaris
Spend the morning exploring
the calcium terraces of Pamukkale and the ancient resort city of
Heirapolis. After lunch, we head for Koycegiz, passing through Mugla,
the drop off point for passengers heading to the beach resort town
of Bodrum. We then visit Marmaris, the port town for the Greek Island
of Rhodes.
KOYCEGIZ > FETHIYE/OLUDENIZ
via Saklikent Gorge
Experience one of Turkey's highlights today as we trek up Saklikent
Gorge, Turkey's longest and deepest canyon. Saklikent (hidden valley)
is awesome, it's literally a mountain split down the middle by an
earthquake. Enjoy morning tea at a village house before lunch by
the river. Tonight, you choose to rest in either Fethiye or Oludeniz.
FETHIYE/OLUDENIZ > CAPPADOCIA
via Kas, Olympos and Antalya
We drive along the Turquoise coast today, stopping for lunch in
Kas, traditionally a small Turkish fishing village. After lunch
we stop for a dip in the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean.
We then head for the ancient city of Olympos, also home to the world
famous tree houses. Tonight, we follow an ancient silk trade route
across the Anatolian Plain. We awake in the morning to the lunar
landscapes of the Cappadocia region. Sleep, eat and drink in man-made
caves, known as fairy chimneys and visit underground cities, once
home to one of the oldest civilisations in the world, the Hittites.
Tonight, enjoy one night's free accommodation and a Turkish Folklore
evening - eat, drink and dance the night away!
CAPPADOCIA > ISTANBUL
Tonight we take an overnight bus back to the old city in Istanbul,
Sultanahmet. Hosting a majority of tourist sites, they are all within
a short walking distance from each other. Start with Topkapi Palace,
the Blue Mosque, Aya Sofia, the Hippodrome, Underground Cistern
and Grand Bazaar.
Silk Trail Pass includes
* Turkish folklore night including unlimited food, beer,
wine and raki
* 1 night dorm bed accommodation in Cappadocia
(local upgrade available)
* Onboard offsider
Please Note:-
Your departure date AND departure point MUST be advised to Fez at
least 48 hours before departure and may be amended any time up until
48 hours before departure.
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