Day 1 - Istanbul - Ankara
Pick up between 12:00-13:00 from your hotels (city-centered) Departure to Ankara (450 km) by our deluxe coach passing through the intercontinental bridge in Istanbul. Arrival in the capital of the country. Dinner at the hotel.
Meals Day 2 - Ankara - Cappadocia via Salt Lake
The day started with breakfast at the hotel and continued with a visit to the capital of Turkey. The Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, showcasing remains from various eras such as Palaeolithic, Neolithic, Hittite, Phrygian, and Urartu was visited along with Ataturk Mausoleum, dedicated to the founder of the Turkish Republic. Later, a journey of 290 km was taken towards Cappadocia, during which an underground city was visited. The city was built by Christian communities to protect themselves from Arab attacks and contained stables, common rooms, meeting rooms, and small rooms for families. The day ended with arrival in the Cappadocia region.
Meals Day 3 - Cappadocia
The day starts with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a visit to the breathtaking region of Cappadocia. The highlight of the trip is the Goreme Valley, home to unique fairy chimneys and cave churches adorned with ancient paintings from the 10th and 11th centuries. The journey also includes stops at the Uçhisar troglodyte village, the picturesque Avcilar with its stunning landscape, and the Derbent valley, known for its unusual natural rock formations. The itinerary also allows time for exploring artisan workshops that specialize in carpets and silver jewelry with onyx stones.
Meals Day 4 - Cappadocia- Sultanhani - Pamukkale
Breakfast and departure for Pamukkale (610 km). On the way, stop to visit the Sultanhan Caravanserai, a Seljuk inn from the medieval era. Continuation to Pamukkale. Free time in Pamukkale's "Cotton Castle", unique in the world with its natural pools of limestone hot springs and the petrified travertine waterfalls. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Overnight: Pamukkale Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Meals Day 5 - Pamukkale – Ephesus – İzmir
The day starts with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a 200 km drive to Selçuk-Efeso. Upon arrival, visitors will explore the archaeological area of Ephesus, a city that was dedicated to Artemis. The tour includes a visit to various historical landmarks such as the Odeon, the Temple of Hadrian, the House of Love, the Library of Celsus, the Agora, the Marble Street, and the largest theater of antiquity. Additionally, tourists will visit the House of the Virgin, which is believed to be the last dwelling place of Mother Mary. A stop at a leather production center follows before continuing the journey to İzmir, which is approximately 85 km away and is Turkey's third largest city.
Meals Day 6 - İzmir - Pergamon – Troy – Çanakkale
The day starts with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a departure for Pergamon, which is now known as Bergama and is located 110 km away. Upon arrival, visitors will explore the ruins of Asclepion, which was once the primary hospital in Asia Minor and had a therapeutic center. The next stop is Troy, which is approximately 190 km away and is a famous archaeological site that is associated with Homer's epic poem, the Iliad. The day concludes with a visit to Çanakkale, which is only 25 km away, and dinner and accommodation are provided at the hotel.
Meals Day 7 - Çanakkale – Gallipoli – Anzac Cove – Istanbul
Once we finish our morning meal, we will board a car ferry to cross the Dardanelles Strait and reach the Gallipoli Peninsula. We shall visit several significant sites related to the WWI Battlefields of Gallipoli, such as ANZAC Cove, Brighton Beach, Ariburnu Cemetery, Beach Cemetery, Respect to Mehmetcik Statue, Turkish and Allied trenches, and tunnels, Johnston's Jolly, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, 57. Regiment Turkish Memorial, The Nek, and Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial. These locations hold immense importance for Turkey and have an emotional impact. Our journey will conclude with a late evening transfer to your Istanbul hotel, estimated to be between 8:00 pm and 9:00 pm.
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