TURKEY TOUR #9 - 11 DAYS, 12 NIGHTS
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CAPPADOCIA, NEMRUD, ANTALYA BOAT CRUISE,
FETHIYE, EPHESUS TOUR FROM ISTANBUL
TOUR ITINERARY
DAY
1 : ISTANBUL
This tour package will start with an overnight bus ride to
Cappadocia with a new-model, air-conditioned coach. Bus ride is
especially recommended for people who also want to see the great
land panorama of Turkey on the way. Besides this will save you from
the cost of 1 night hotel accommodation. The buses are non-smoking
air-conditioned and have flexible seats suitable for sleeping. There
will be several stop-over points at some highway cafe-restaurants
during the journey for toilet needs or for those who would like to
eat or drink a cup of coffee
Overnight bus to Cappadocia. Departure at around 19.30 o'clock from
a point near our office in Sultanahmet.
The departure time may change slightly depending on season but you
will be informed of exact departure time after you your reservation
is completed.
You may also join the tour from other cities of Turkey
DAY
2 :CAPPADOCIA
Your bus will arrive to Cappadocia next day early in the morning
at around 06:00 am.
You will be transferred to your hotel. After you settle up at your
hotel and rest a little you will be picked up from your hotel for
the below tour: Full day Northern Cappadocia tour including transfers, guide
and entrance fee. This tour will cover the most famous parts of the
region such as Goreme Open Air Museum, Zelve, Urgup and Dervent
Valley. Lunch will be served during the tour in a nice Turkish
Restaurant.
Transfer back to hotel. Dinner at your hotel included. Hotel accommodation
in Cappadocia. Private rooms with air condition and bath/WC.
Possible hotels are Dedeli Cave or Hisarevi hotels in
Urgup. If they are not available similar quality and location hotels
will be reserved.
Cave house accommodations
Cappadocia is Turkey’s most visited area on account of its
history because of its singularity and the strangeness of its lunar
landscape. It is considered to be one of the wonders of the world
and for centuries it has sheltered churches, frescoes, mosaics and
paintings of Byzantine art.
The history of Cappadocia begins with the eruption of two volcanoes
Lava covered the entire region changing the landscape. In the course
of millennia rain and wind eroded the tufa creating unusual valleys,
fissures, canyons and bizarrely shaped cones. Dwellings were
excavated inside the rocks and after the first Christians
arrived churches and monasteries were also built. Numerous hermits
and ascetics lived in the forgotten valleys. Under the rule of the
Byzantines, Cappadocia became a bulwark against attacks by the
Arabs, and entire underground cities were built.
DAY
3 :CAPPADOCIA
One
day is never enough to see the wonders of the vast Cappadocia
region. You have so many things more to see on your second day that
will keep your eyes wide open with amazement.
The second day's itinerary will be like this:
Breakfast at your hotel included Full day Southern Cappadocia Tour
including transfers, entrance fees,
guide This tour will cover Underground city of Derinkuyu or
Kaymakli, wonderful Ihlara Valley as well as a
caravanserai of Seljuk period, which is the great Turkish Empire
before Ottomans. Lunch included in a typical Turkish Restaurant during the day
tour. Dinner at your hotel included. Hotel accommodation
in Cappadocia. Private rooms with air condition and bath/WC.
DAY
4 :CAPPADOCIA-NEMRUD
Departure in the morning from Cappadocia.
After passing Kayseri visit the 13th century Seljuk Caravansarai
on the way. The next stop will be in
Pinarbasi for a short tea break, than drive to Tekir Valley for Lunch. Take a
picture of the beautiful scenery of the Tekir Valley. Drive to
Kahraman Maras to have world famous ice-cream, than drive to Kahta
town near the mountain slope.transfer to hotel Lunch and dinner at hotel
included. Hotel accommodation
in Nemrud. Private rooms with air condition and bath/WC. Possible
hotel is Kommagene Hotel. If not available similar quality
and location hotels will be reserved.
Huge statues built on on top of
this 2150 meters high mountain thousands of years ago is
incredible and watching the sunrise at the top of the Nemrut
(Nemrud) Mountain is a unique experience.
NEMRUD (Nemrut Mountain):
At the junction of the East and West civilizations, Nemrut Dagi
(Mount Nemrud) is one of the most astounding sites in Turkey: A
collection of colossal statues on a remote mountain 2150m high on
top of the mountain, adorning the temple and tomb of King Antiochus.
The western terrace contains a large slab with a lion, showing the
arrangement of stars and the planets Jupiter, Mercury and Mars on
July 7 62 BC, the possible time when construction began on this
monument.
Nemrud is a significant attraction, with thousands coming at sunrise
and sunset to see the stones in the best possible light. In addition
to the statues, the entire site includes art from the Kommagene
civilization, the Eskikale (Old Castle), Yenikale (New Castle),
Karakus Hill and Cendere Bridge. Most people use the nearby towns of
Malatya, Kahta or Adiyaman as a base, and the road to the summit is
only open from mid-April to mid-October because of heavy snow the
rest of the year.
DAY
5 :NEMRUD
Breakfast at your hotel included Nemrud Mountain Sunrise Tour: Very early departure up to the
ruins, After getting off the minibus twenty five minutes climbing on
foot to the mountain top where you will watch the beautiful sun rise
between the colossal size statues and heads of the kings and Gods of
Kommagene Kingdom. After sun rise free time to walk around and
taking pictures. Then drive back to the hotel for breakfast. Free
day in Kahta. Overnight busto Antalya departing at 20:00
DAY 6 - 7 - 8 : OLYMPOS-ANTALYA,
STARTING 3 NIGHTS-4 DAY BLUE VOYAGE
07:00 Arrival to Antalya, Transfer to Demre.
10:00-12:00 Check in to the boats from Demre marina near Olympos,
starting 3 nights 4 days blue voyage, covering the most beautiful
coasts, islands and bays near Antalya. You will have time for
swimming, diving, snorkeling, fishing and free activities. These
cruise available everyday are not very luxury, but the route is like
a paradise on Earth.
3 breakfast, 3 lunch and 3 dinner
included during the blue cruise
Overnight in the boat cabins
Please bring your own towels and swimming suites
Click here for more the map of the blue cruise
destinations.
DAY 9 :END OF BLUE CRUISE IN FETHIYE - BUS TO
KUSADASI
Free time in Fethiye after check-out from the boat until bus time.
Evening bus from Fethiye to Kusadasi, arrival late in the evening
Hotel accommodation
in Kusadasi. Private rooms with air condition and bath/WC. Possible
hotels are Atinc Hotel or Polat Beach Hotel
in Kusadasi. If they are not available similar quality and location
hotels will be reserved. Hotel Upgrade is possible upon request.
Fethiye and Blue Lagoon
Market street in old Fethiye
Fethiye Mosque
Fethiye is one of the most popular resorts of Turkey located
on a wide bay, strewn with many islands. Fethiye is 135 kms
southwest of Marmaris and has an outstanding and busy marina. The
ancient name of the city is Telmessos and you will see a fortress on
the hill overlooking the city which was built by Knights of Rhodes
Island. Fethiye is also known for its rock tombs carved into the
faces of the high cliffs by the Lycians. Among these tombs
especially remarkable one is the tomb of Amnytas dating from the 4th
century BC, elaborately carved in Doric architectural style. It is
worth well visiting. Other historical places around the town are the
Sarcopaghi and the Fethiye Tower.
Olu Deniz is 14 km (9 mi) south of Fethiye. The town is a
beach resort, and remains one of the most photographed beaches on
the Mediterranean. It has a secluded sandy bay at the mouth of Olu
Deniz, a blue lagoon. The lagoon is legally recognized as a
natural reserve and constructing buildings is strictly prohibited.
Olu Deniz is famous for its shades of turquoise and aquamarine, and
is an official blue flag beach frequently rated among the top 5
beaches in the world by travelers and tourism journals alike. The
resort is also famous for its paragliding opportunities. It is
regarded as one of the best places in the world for paragliding due
to its unique panoramic views, and the Baba Dag mountains
exceptional height
DAY
10 :EPHESUS
Breakfastat your hotel
included Full day tour of
Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary, including transfers, entrance
fees, guide. Lunch during the tour is included. Where you visit: Ephesus - Enter through the Magnesia Gate and begin a slow,
downhill walk with your guide into the ruins of this Roman
provincial capital. Your route takes you past the Odeon,
the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan
and the Great Theater. The Theater had seating for 25,000, was the
site where St. Paul preached to the Ephesians, and is used today for
a local spring festival. House of the Virgin Mary - The Vatican has recognized this
small house in the Solmissos Mountains as the final resting place of
the Virgin Mary. A small shrine dedicated to St. Mary was found when
the ruins of the house were first discovered. What you see along the way: From Kusadasi, you travel north
to St. John’s Basilica, passing the Byzantine fortress at Selcuk and
the ruins of the Temple of Artemis. Continue to Ephesus Open Museum
then up to the House of Virgin Mary located in Bulbul Mountain.
After the visit head for the upper gate of Ephesus. By the end of
touring Ephesus, return to Kusadasi. Special notes: Ephesus requires walking long distances over
uneven surfaces
Dinner at hotel included Hotel accommodation
in Kusadasi
Library of Celcus
Temple of Hadrian
Virgin Mary's House
Ephesus:This ancient city is one of the
best preserved of the Roman cities in the eastern Mediterranean and
is a great example of Roman architecture. When the Romans made
Ephesus their provincial capital, it became a busy town with great
commercial, trading and political importance, A significant
Christian community grew, and the city was visited by St John the
Evangelist in the 1st century, then by St Paul, who was there
between 51-53 AD and wrote some of his epistles. It has also been
the gathering point of two Ecumenical Councils in early periods of
Christianity. House of Virgin Mary: This house, where the Virgin Mary is
supposed to have lived during her last days, and to have died with
Johanna at her side, is situated 7 km south of the antique city of
Ephesus in Izmir. The miraculous discovery of the house is as
exciting as the place itself. The German Nun Katharine Emmerich
(1774-1824) had described the surroundings of the house from her
dream, who had never been there. The authenticity of the house as a
holly place was also confirm by visits of two previous Popes in 1967
and 1979, and the latest Pope Benedict in 2006.
DAY
11 - 12 :KUSADASI-ISTANBUL
Besides being a popular resort,
Kusadasi is also a major base for visiting many neighborhood
ancient sights.
Free day in Kusadasi Overnight
bus to Istanbul (Non-smoking new model long distance coaches
with air-condition and flexible seats suitable for sleeping)
Arrival in Istanbul early in the morning of 12th day. End of our service with your arrival to the main bus station.
KUSADASI: Kusadasi is a resort town in the province of Aydin
on the Aegean coast of Turkey, 90 km (56 mi) south of Izmir, and 71
km (44 mi) from the inland provincial capital of Aydin.
Besides being a summer resort with many neighborhood beaches and
small islands, the town is also a tourism base for visiting ancient
city of Ephesus and to other places of interest including Miletus,
Dydima and Pamukkale, and a short distance across from Kusadasi lies
the island of Samos connected to Kusadasi with regular ferryboats in
Summer. The town is a popular holiday destination for local tourists
as well and has a considerable night life.
TOUR PRICE
This package tour is available everyday from May
1st till September 30th in summer
season, because of the boat cruise in it, which is not possible in
winter season. Please ask for available dates for April and October
a few weeks before you plan to book the package.
Tour Price (July-August) 880 Euro per personin single room at hotels, private single cabin in boat (1 pax) 705 Euro
per person in double room at hotels, shared double cabin in boat (2
pax) 705 Euro
per person in triple roomat hotels, 1 double + 1 private
single cabin at boat (3 pax)
May, June and September 20 Euro pp discount April and October 40 Euro pp discount. Please ask for
available dates for April and October a few weeks before you plan to
book the package.
Ask for group discount for participants over 7 pax
Above tour prices include:
All taxes.
5 nights accommodation in private rooms at 3 star or equal quality
special class hotels.
Mentioned guided day-tours with lunch. Entrance fees for museums
3 nights boat cruise with breakfast, lunch dinner and accommodation,
All mentioned meals above in the itinerary
Transportation by non-smoking, air-conditioned long distance buses,
with flexible seats.
Mentioned connecting transfers in between the tour period.
Customize this tour package:
Flights
Instead of overnight bus ride on departure, airport transfers + 1
hour morning flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia (via Kayseri
Airport) next morning (70-100 Euro extra cost depending on season
and early reservation)
Instead of overnight bus on return from Kusadasi, transfer to Izmir
Airport + Izmir-Istanbul evening flight (80-120 Euro extra cost
depending on season and early reservation)
Replace: Ephesus tour can be replaced by Pamukkale, Pergamum, Sardis, or
Priene + Miletus + Didyma tours: http://www.travelagencyturkey.com/dailytours2.htmlFor Pergamum tour, extra 15 Euro pp required.
Add-ons Hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia
(1 hour) at sunrise before the day tours: 180 Euro per person,
hotel transfers included.
3 star hotel in Istanbul before or after the tour: 50 Euro single,
30 Euro double pp, 25 Euro triple pp.
Extra 3 star hotel accommodation in Cappadocia, Nemrud, Antalya,
Olympos, Fethiye and Kusadasi 45 Euro single, 25 Euro double pp, 20
Euro triple pp. (per night)
Airport transfers from/to hotels in Istanbul for your international
flights - 30 Euro - one way for 1-3 pax
Istanbul tours:
Istanbul Daily City Tours (Private or Group Tours)
Hotels can be upgraded to 4 or
5 star or equal quality special class boutique hotels, if you pay
the extra cost. You can tell us specific hotels you want to stay in
each destination.
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PAYMENT AND
RESERVATION
Payment and reservation:
We will request 30% of the total tour price for guaranteed
reservations. We will send you a detailed reservation contract by
e-mail after all details are confirmed mutually.
For payments we accept Maestro, Visa and Master credit cards besides
bank transfers. We also accept American express, but in that case we
will have to reflect the 7% commission to you, which we have to pay
ourselves.
Although not recommended to avoid last minute inconveniences, it is
also possible to make an open-end reservation without sending
your card information and making an advance payment if you are able
to make the payment minimum 2 days before the date of
departure in Istanbul