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Istanbul Formula One Grand Prix
12 Day itinerary
Fez Travel want to welcome you to the 2006 Grand Prix in the most fabulous settings of Istanbul. The new 5.3 Km curcuit which has been designed by Herman Tilke is reckoned to be one of the most challenging tracks of the 2005 season with some 6 right hand turns and 8 left hand turns and a mixture of gradients, the main grandstand has a capacity of 30,000 people.
No other city in the world covers two continents and can offer you such a race.
Day 1 - Thursday 24 August - Welcome to IstanbulWelcome to Istanbul. You will be met at the Ataturk Airport and transferred to your hotel which is located in the heart of Sultanahmet, the old city. Overnight Istanbul 4*.
Day 2 - Friday 25 August - F1 practice sessionsAfter breakfast today we head to the track to get to the track for practice at 11:00. You will have your first chance to see the racetrack and cars and watch the two practice sessions held this day. Overnight Istanbul 4*.
Day 3 - Saturday 26 August - F1 practice and qualifying sessionsAfter breakfast today we head to the track to get to the track for practice at 11:00. You will have the chance to see the cars getting ready for the big day and watch practice and later the qualifying laps. Overnight Istanbul 4*.
Day 4 - Sunday 27 August - Istanbul Formula One Grand PrixAfter breakfast today we head to the circuit to take your place at the track to watch the Istanbul Formula 1 Grand Prix. Overnight Istanbul 4*.
Day 5 - Monday 28 August - Gallipoli battlefieldsOne of the most emotionally touching places in Turkey, today we visit the WWI Battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, the Nek, Johnstonís Jolly and the Kaba Tepe Gallipoli Museum. Overnight Guzelyali 4*. Lunch and dinner.
Day 6 - Tuesday 29 August - Troy, Acropolis of PergamumThis morning, step back in time as we visit Troy, home of the famed Trojan Horse. Then we tour the magnificent acropolis of Pergamum. Its impressive temples, library and medical facilities made Pergamum a renowned cultural and political centre in its time. An afternoon leather goods display follows. Overnight Kusadasi 4*. Dinner.
Day 7 - Wednesday 30 August - Ephesus, KusadasiAbsorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the city and stadium where chariot and horse races were once held. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey. At the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value. Overnight Pamukkale 4*. Dinner.
Day 8 - Thursday 31 August - Pamukkale, HierapolisTour the magnificent white calcium terraces of Pamukkale, followed by the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers and then continue to Konya. Overnight Konya 4*. Dinner.
Day 9 - Friday 1 September - - Caravansary , Ilhara Valley, Underground CityToday we visit Mevlana Museum. The Mevlevi order of whirling dervishes is a mystic group whose members are followers of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi. We then visit ancient Silk Road Caravanserais. Afternoon trek through the wildy beautiful Ihlara Valley and explore one of the largest underground cities, Derinkuyu. Tonight, donít miss the optional traditional Turkish folklore evening! Overnight Cappadocia 4*.
Day 10 - Saturday 2 September - - Cappadocia, Goreme, Uchisar castleMarvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia through Goreme Valley, the fairy chimneys, Uchisar castle and more. Overnight Cappadocia 4*. Dinner.
Day 11 - Sunday 3 September - Nationís Capital - AnkaraIn the Nations capital, Ankara, we visit the award winning Ancient Civilisationís Museum. Overnight Istanbul 4*.
Day 12 - Monday 4 September - IstanbulAfter breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends.
Tour includes
o Inbound airport transfer from Ataturk airport to your hotel
o Outbound airport transfer from your hotel to Ataturk airport
o Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
o Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour
o 11 nights 4 star hotel accommodation with breakfast
o 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 9 dinners
Tour does not include
o Entrance fees to various sites, tips
o Turkish Folklore night show
o Race tickets are not included in the tour price.
| 2006 Formula 1 Turkish Grand Prix Timetable |
| Friday 25 August |
11:00-12:00 |
Friday Practice 1 |
| 14:00-15:00 |
Friday Practice 2 |
| Saturday 26 August |
11:00-12:00 |
Saturday Practice 1 |
| 14:00 |
Saturday Qualifying |
| Sunday 27 August |
15:00 |
Race |
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