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Silk Trail Pass
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Mudbaths at Koycegiz |
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Overnight Stop |
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Add On: The Blue Escape |
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Add On: Mediteranean Dreaming |
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Add On: Safronbolu |
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Add On: Eastern Explorer |
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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.
Kusadasi/Selcuk to Koycegiz via Ephesus & MarmarisAbsorb yourself in history this morning with an optional tour of the former capital of Roman Asia and best-preserved ancient city in Turkey, Ephesus. On our way to the coastal town of Marmaris, we stop at Yatagan, which is the drop off point for people heading to the beach resort of Bodrum.
Koycegiz to Fethiye/Oludeniz via Saklikent GorgeExperience 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. *If you are sailing on a Gulet, then consider the Gulet departure dates when planning your trip and remember: you may need to spend extra days in Fethiye to coincide with your Gulet departure date or arrival date.
Fethiye/Oludeniz to Olympos via KasWe drive along the Turquoise coast today, stopping for lunch in Kas, traditionally a small Turkish fishing village. We have a chance to look around the town before driving east to a natural swimming cove for a dip in the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean. Afterwards, we drive for our overnight stop at the ancient city of Olympos, also home to the world famous tree houses. This evening, you can visit the natural wonder of the eternal flames of Chimaera.
Olympos to Cappadocia via Antalya (overnight bus)Tonight, we follow an ancient silk trade route across the Anatolian Plain. We awake in the morning to the amazing lunar landscapes of the Cappadocia region. Sleep, eat and drink in man-made caves and visit underground cities, once home to one of the oldest civilisations in the world, the Hittites. Tonight, don't miss the optional Turkish Folklore evening, which includes all the food, beer, wine and raki you can handle! Please note: the Fez bus arrives in Cappadocia in the morning and leaves the same day in the evening. We strongly advise you to hop-off the bus and spend at least 2 days, 2 nights in Cappadocia.
Cappadocia to Istanbul via Ankara (overnight bus)Another overnight bus tonight as we head back to Istanbul, via Ankara. We arrive in the early hours stopping outside the Fez office, which is situated in the old city Sultanahmet - close to many hostels and the majority of the tourist sites all within a short walking distance. Start with Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, Aya Sofia, the Hippodrome, Underground Cistern and the Grand Bazaar. If you have a couple of days to spare, take a ferry along the Bosphorous.
Fez bus inclusions
• English speaking onboard tour leader giving you a wealth of super interesting and useful info
• Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking bus
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.
Add onsGulets are an extremely popular add on to the Fez hop-on hop-off bus. Any why not ? Imagine a few days lazing on the deck of a traditional wooden Turkish sailing boat on the Meditterranean under the sun.
In 2006 we have these Gulet cruises available that fit in well with the Fez bus curcuit.
" Mediterranean Dreaming" from Fethiye to Olympos, 3 nights on board the gulet. Jump off the Fez bus in Fethiye to catch your gulet and you can jump back on the Fez bus from Olympos.
" Blue Escape" from Fethiye - Fethiye, 3 nights on board the gulet. Jump off the Fez bus in Fethiye to catch your gulet and you can jump back on the Fez bus from Fethiye.
*If you are sailing on a Gulet, then consider the Gulet departure dates when planning your trip and remember: you may need to spend an extra day in Fethiye to coincide with your Gulet departure date.
![Mt Nemrut]() Hop off the Fez Bus in Cappadocia and take our " Eastern Explorer" and check out some of the east of Turkey including the stunning ancient hittite head carvings atop Mt. Nemrut. Best viewed at sunrise or sunset. This tour returns to Cappadocia where you can hop on the next fez bus coming through.
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