Istanbul (2) – Canakkale (1) – Izmir (1) – Pamukkale (1) – Antalya (2) IFM 09
Included Services:
✅ Airport & Train Station Transfers (Pickup & Drop-off)
✅ Persian-Speaking Tour Guide Throughout the Trip
✅ Complimentary City Tour in Each Destination
✅ Accommodation in 4 & 5-Star Hotels
✅ Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), and Dinner (D) as Indicated
✅ Entrance Fees to All Mentioned Sites
✅ Comfortable Transportation Between Cities
Not Included:
❌ Personal Expenses
❌ International Flights
❌ Travel Insurance
Details
Embark on an 8-day journey through Turkey, exploring its rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural treasures. This exclusive tour takes you from the bustling streets of Istanbul to the ancient ruins of Troy and Ephesus, the natural wonders of Pamukkale, and the sun-kissed shores of Antalya.
Highlights of the Journey:
• Istanbul: Experience the blend of East and West with visits to historical landmarks, a scenic Bosphorus cruise, and shopping in the famous Grand Bazaar.
• Çanakkale: Explore the legendary city of Troy and visit the World War I battlefields of Gallipoli.
• Izmir: Discover the ancient city of Pergamon, once a center of medicine, philosophy, and arts.
• Pamukkale: Walk on the white travertine terraces and explore the ancient city of Hierapolis.
• Antalya: Relax by the Mediterranean coast, visit the well-preserved Roman ruins of Aspendos, and admire the beauty of Manavgat Waterfall.
This journey is a perfect mix of history, nature, and culture, providing an unforgettable travel experience across Turkey’s most iconic destinations.
Arrival at Istanbul Airport. Transfer to old city to discover the sights of the city's glamorous past : Church of St.Sophia - a
dedication to Christianity is one of the largest heavenly constructions with its striking mosaics and frescoes. The Blue Mosque -
daylight penetrating through stained-glass windows on the traditional blue tiles with various natural patterns creates a harmony of
color and soothing sense of inner peace. Hippodrome - the site of horse races, sporting events, political meetings, festivities, now
bears some of the landmarks of ancient civilizations.
Take an unforgettable boat trip along the Bosphorus viewing the natural beauties, old traditional wooden mansions and modern
buildings while having your tea or coffee on board. In the afternoon, visit Topkapi Palace - the centuries old residence of the mighty
Ottomans, houses of the imperial treasury, holy relics, kitchen utensils and royal garments. The tour will end by visiting Grand
Bazaar, last minute shopping facilities – the largest bazaar in the world, contains four thousand for hundred shops under one roof,
labyrinth-like alleys, mysterious cul-desacs which make the bazaar an indispensable part.
Leave from Istanbul to Canakkale "Pottery Castle" on the shores of the Sea of Marmara. Call at the World War I battle fields and
allied cemeteries on the Gallipoli peninsula. In the afternoon proceed to visit the tangible remnants of ancient Troy the legendary
archaeological site, portrayed in Homer's Iliad.
Before heading for Izmir, visit the city of the kings of Pergamon. It was a notable cultural and medical center in the ancient world.
The fabulous Acropolis with its Temple of Athena, Altar of Zeus, Temple of Dionysos, Library, Agora, Theatre and Roman Baths is a
pleasure to see. Visit the Asclepium, great medical center, devoted to Asclepius, the son of Apollo. Finally visit Red Basilica,
originally built as a temple devoted to the Egyptian Gods and later converted into a basilica by the Byzantine.
Before heading for Pamukkale, drive to the heart of Ionian civilization Ionian civilization, Ephesus, the largest and best preserved
ancient city of th Mediterranean. Visit the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, Odeon, Baths of Scholastica and Theatre. Later visit
the Basilica of St.John who wrote his Gospel here and gave a sermon to the pagan Ephesians. Continue the tour by visiting the
House of Virgin Mary. Drive to South to visit the remains of ancient Hierapolis named after the goddess Hiera, with its Theatre, its
Temple of Apollo and the Necropolis.
Visit the remains of ancient Hierapolis named after the goddess Hiera, with its Theatre, its Temple of Apollo and the Necropolis.
Drive to Antalya, Turkish riviera. Experience an enjoyable drive through pleasent lakes and mountains.
A full day is dedicated to discovering the important highlights of ancient Pamphylia "the land of tribes". Perge founded around 1000
BC, was one of the great Pamphylian trading cities. Visiting the theatre, stadium, Hellenistic Gate, Colonnaded Street, Acropolis,
Byzantine Basilica, Agora and the Roman baths. Aspendos built in the second century, is the best preserved monument in Asia
Minor and is still used for the staging of events today. Manavgat Waterfall - a scenic corner of the region. Take a rest, drink Turksih
coffee or tea while viewing the waters of the river.
After breakfast, free time till return transferred to the airport for homebound flight.
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