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TRAVELLERS TURKEY
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Olympos Beach - Olympos |
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Add On: Gulet cruise |
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This tour is for backpackers who want to see Turkey on a shoestring. Step back in time and live like prehistoric cave men in towering rock pinnacles surrounded by medieval fortresses. Absorb the landscape and watch villagers drying fruit on their rooftops, baking bread or riding donkeys through the main town. Live out every kid's dream and sleep in a tree house on the hillside of Zeus "God of Gods" Mountain. Marvel at the mythical natural wonder - the Chimera Flames and breathe in, what some believe, to be the fiery breath of an ancient dragon.
Day 1 Gallipoli battlefieldsAn early start today as we head south along the Aegean coast. This afternoon, you can honour the ANZACs on an optional tour of the Gallipoli battlefields, or spend the afternoon exploring Canakkale. Overnight Gallipoli.
Day 2 Troy, Pergamum, KusadasiThis morning, you head south along the Aegean Coast, stopping at the ancient city of Troy for a guided one-hour tour. We also tour the magnificent Acropolis of Pergamum. Overnight Kusadasi.
Day 3 Ancient city of EphesusAbsorb yourself in history this morning with an optional tour of the former capital of Roman Asia and best-preserved ancient city in Turkey, Ephesus. Afternoon departure for Koycegiz. Overnight Koycegiz.
Day 4 Saklikent Gorge, Carpet Co-op, Village houseEnjoy morning tea at a village house before your chance to see how Turkish carpets are made by hand and what determines their value. Experience one of Turkey’s highlights today as we trek up Saklikent Gorge. Overnight Fethiye.
Days 5, 6 & 7 FethiyeFethiye has loads to offer you. From Fethiye you can jump onboard a boat out to Butterfly Valley and chill out on the beach. Oludeniz beach is also close by and is rated the second best paragliding place in the world. Or take an optional trip to the ancient city of Termessos, situated high in the Caucasus Mountains. Overnight Fethiye.
Day 8 Kas, Olympos tree housesWe drive along the Turquoise coast today, stopping for lunch in Kas, traditionally a small Turkish fishing village. Take a stroll around the town before driving east to a natural swimming cove for a dip in the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean. Overnight Olympos.
Days 9 & 10 OlymposThere’s basically nothing to do but chill out, drink and meet new people – NOT! The eternal flames of Chimera are a must see. Daily boat trips are also available along with a host of adventure activities - rock climbing, diving and canyoning just to name a few. Walk through the Roman ruins to get to the beach, which is backdroped by surrounding green mountains. Overnight Olympos.
Day 11 Olympos, CappadociaSpend your last day in Olympos before the overnight trip to Cappadocia. Tonight, we follow an ancient silk trade route across the Anatolian Plain. Awake in the morning to the lunar landscapes of the amazing Cappadocia region. Overnight onboard bus.
Days 12, 13 & 14 CappadociaPerhaps take the optional Cappadocia South tour to get around this massive region. Check out the carved caves and underground cities. Take a hot-air balloon ride at dawn or hire a moped for the day. Also, don’t miss the optional Turkish Folklore evening, which includes all the food, beer, wine and raki you can handle! Overnight Cappadocia.
Day 15 Return to Istanbul via AnkaraAnother 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 tourist sites all within a short walking distance. If you have a couple of days to spare, take a ferry along the mighty Bosphorous. Overnight onboard bus.
Day 16 IstanbulReturn to Istanbul early morning. Don’t plan any flights out of Istanbul until at least this afternoon.
Tour includes
• English speaking tour leader on the bus giving you a wealth of super interesting and useful info
• Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, nonsmoking bus
• Tour of Troy
• Tour of Pergamum
• 13 nights shared accommodation in budget style hotels, hostels and guesthouses (2 nights onboard bus)
Tour does not include
• Suggested optional activities and sightseeing
• Entrance fees to the various sites
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Add On - Gulet Option
Days 5-7 Fethiye to Fethiye - 3 days/2 nights.
Departing from Fethiye, we cruise for 3 lazy days aboard a Turkish gulet. Swim, snorkel or just soak up the rays!
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