This trip is ideal for travelers who have little time but who want to experience as much as possible of the breathtaking scenery and fascinating history of Turkey. Start your journey with the battlefield Gallipoli from the First World War. Immerse yourself in Greek myths and explore the remains of the legendary city of Troy and stroll the streets of the city of Ephesus. Visit the remarkable calcareous thermal springs in Pamukkale. Travel back to Istanbul by plane to rest and explore the bazaars, mosques and tea houses of the city.
Highlights:
Discover historic cities,
stay in a renovated Ottoman villa,
explore ancient roman ruins,
enjoy beautiful landscapes and the local cuisine,
walk through the limestone terraces of Pamukkale.
Course:
1st DAY: ISTANBUL
Arrival possible at any time.
Event: arrival and welcome meeting (start: 18:00 o’clock – 1.0h)
2nd DAY: ISTANBUL
Enjoy a tour of Istanbul with attractions such as Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque and Hippodrome. (B)
Event: orientation walk in Istanbul (3.0h)
DAY 3: ISTANBUL / CANAKKALE
Guided tour of Gallipoli, ANZAC Bay, military cemeteries and Lone Pine. Continue to the port city of Canakkale. (B)
Event: Guided Tour of the Battlefields of Gallipoli (2.5h)
4th DAY: CANAKKALE / BERGAMA
Enjoy a tour of Troy. Then it’s off to Bergama, which was built on the ruins of the ancient city of Pergamon. Visit one of the seven churches of Asia Minor and a stunning Acropolis. Enjoy the atmosphere in this historic city. (B)
Event: Tour of Troy (1.0h)
5th DAY: BERGAMA / SELCUK
Drive from Bergama to Selçuk, our base for exploring the ruins of ancient Ephesus. Learn how to cook local specialties and enjoy your creations for dinner. (B) (D)
DAY 6: SELCUK
Explore the ancient Roman city of Ephesus and the nearby village (B)
Event: Leadership through Ephesus (2.0h)
Event: (1.0h)
DAY 7: SELÇUK / ISTANBUL
Visit to ancient Hierapolis with a guided tour in Pammukale. Then return flight to Istanbul. (B)
Event: Guided tour of Hierapolis and Pamukkale (2.0h)
DAY 8: ISTANBUL
Departure at any time possible. (B)
Note
B = breakfast, D = dinner
Adventure included
Entry and guided tour of the Gallipoli battlefields. Admission and guided tour in Troja. Boat trip in Ayvalik (half day). Overnight in an Ottoman villa. Guided tour and entry into Ephesus. Admission and guidance of Pamukkale and Hierapolis. Tour of Istanbul. Domestic flight. All transfers between destinations as well as included activities and back.
Member
Max. 12, on average 6.
Mode of Transport
Private minibus with air conditioning, flight.
accommodation
Hotels (7 nights).
meals
7x breakfast and a dinner
Local Travel guide