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Explore Turkey
Explore Turkey
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 Enjoy free time in Istanbul along with a partially escorted tour of Turkey's interior region. This tour will take you through the unique geography of the Cappadocia region, including the UNESCO World Heritage site of Goreme Valley, with its fairy chimney's, the hot springs of Pamakkale and Ephesus, home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, The Temple of Artemis. You can choose to extend your stay in Istanbul to explore more of this fascinating city. Package Includes Roundtrip flight to Istanbul Roundtrip flight Istanbul to Ankara, return from Izmir 6-night hotel accommodations Sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary Daily breakfast Meals as per the itinerary Transportation via AC bus, or van, depending on number of tour participants English speaking professional tour guide throughout the tour All entry fees to the sites and museums Porterage at hotels Tips to the hotel and restaurant staff Service charges and local taxes Travel documents and mapsPackage price excludes airport taxes and fees
Fuel Surcharges are included in the package price) Vacation Package Itinerary Day 1: USA to Istanbul Flight from USA to Istanbul, Turkey.Day 2: Istanbul Meet your driver in the arrivals hall for your transfer to your Istanbul hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the splendors of Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul hotel. Day 3: Istanbul-Ankara An early morning departure transfer will take you to the airport for your flight to Ankara. TK 108 08:00 Arrival in Ankara. In the morning visit to the world-wide famous Anatolian Civilizations Museum (It is closed on Mondays) also known as Hittite Museum and the Mausoleum of Ataturk, the burial place of the Turkish hero. Then departure for Cappadocia and lunch on the way. After a picturesque trip along the Salt Lake visit to the 13th century Seljukian Caravanserai Agzikarahan. Overnight in Cappadocia hotel (B,L,D). Day 4: Cappadocia After having breakfast in the hotel visit to the Pigeon Valley near Uchisar; then proceed to the Open Air Museum in Goreme through Avcilar Valley and visit to the early Christian churches decorated with unique frescoes depicting various scenes from the Bible. Lunch in a restaurant and then visit to Kaymakli Underground City, the place early Christians hid from persecutors. Pasabagi in Zelve region and Avanos with shopping facilities for the world-wide famous handicrafts.Overnight in Cappadocia hotel (B,L,D). Day 5: Cappadocia - Pamukkale Early departure for Pamukkale. On the way visit to the 13th century Seljukian masterpiece sultanhan Caravanserai and arrival in Konya. Lunch. After visiting the Mausoleum of Mevlana, the world-wide famous mystic, proceed to Karatay Theological School in which beautiful tiles are on display. Overnight in Pamukkale hotel (B,L,D).Day 6: Pamukkale In the morning visit to the ancient Hierapolis with the Theatre, Apollo Temple and magnificent Necropolis, the graveyard. Then drive to Aphrodisias and lunch. Later visit to the ruins and the museum. Overnight in Kusadasi hotel (B,L,D).Day 7: Pamukkale - Izmir - Istanbul Morning tour to Ephesus area with Ephesus Antique City (Hillside Houses are excluded), Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world; Virgin Mary's House, Selcuk Ephesus Museum and St. John Church. After having lunch in Selcuk drive to Izmir and transfer to the Izmir airport. Transfer to Istanbul for your last night.Overnight in Istanbul hotel (B,L).Day 8: Istanbul to USA Transfer to the Istanbul airport for your return flight home. |
| Details | | EEI Travel | | Offer valid through 1/15/2009 | | | Notes
Space is limited and your desired travel dates may not be available if you wait, so book early to avoid disappointment. We highly recommend 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates and/or accommodations. Please note, this package requires a minimum of two participants to operate. Full payment due within 1 day of booking by 2pm. Nonrefundable and nonchangeable once paid in full. Passport & Visa Requirments: It is the sole responsibility of each passenger to obtain the necessary documents for travel, including valid passports and visas For U.S. citizens, a valid passport and visa are required. Visa requirements change without notice and vary by nationality. Please check with the consulate office of the destination country for their visa requirements. Restrictions
Prices are per person based on double occupancy and a 21-day advance purchase. Purchases within 21 days will incur additional fees. Air carrier used in the package is based on gateway and availability at time of booking and multiple flights connections may be necessary. Flight departure times may be at any time on your requested departure day. Surcharges up to $50 per person each way may apply for travel Thursday through Monday depending on travel dates. Air taxes/Government-imposed fees/surcharges are excluded. These fees are in addition to the package prices and will be added to invoice. Travel is valid for these dates only. Certain other restrictions may apply, and offer is subject to change without notice. No request will be processed until full payment is received. Once submitted your request can take at least 24 hours to confirm. 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates are highly recommended. |
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