Package Details
The Highlights
17 Day Tour
- English Speaking Guide
- Luxury Transport
- 4 Star Accommodation
- 22 Meals
- Admission & touring as outlined
Itinerary
Day 1
Saturday 22th April
Istanbul
Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to your hotel and the remainder of the day is yours free to explore at your own pace.
Overnight Istanbul
4 star
Day 2
Sunday 23th April
Istanbul Old City
After breakfast, you enjoy a fully guided tour of the only city to span two continents, visiting the Blue Mosque, St Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace (including Hagia Irene) and the Hippodrome.
Cruise between two continents on the stretch of water that separates Europe from Asia in the afternoon with an optional 'Half day Bosphorus cruise'.
Overnight Istanbul
4 star
(B)
Day 3
Monday 24th April
Gallipoli Battlefields
Today we head to Eceabat, near the Gallipoli battlefields. We will visit the WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston's Jolly, original trenches and tunnels.
The remainder of the evening is free until we head to the Dawn Service site as soon as it is opened to the public.
Overnight Çanakkale
Special Class
(B, D)
Day 4
Tuesday 25th April
ANZAC Day at Gallipoli, Troy
Awake before sun rise for the ANZAC Day Dawn Service. We become aware of the almost deafening silence as the moving service to commemorate our fallen forefathers on this special day begins. You will then have the chance to attend the Australian or New Zealand Memorial service.
Once the ANZAC services are complete, early this afternoon, we head to Kusadasi stopping briefly to visit ancient Troy and its famed Trojan Horse.
Overnight Kuşadası
Boutique
(B, D)
Day 5
Wednesday 26th April
Ephesus, Kusadasi
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before continuing to the former Greek village of Sirince, famous for its fruit wines. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and at the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value.
Overnight Kuşadası
Boutique
(B, D)
Day 6
Thursday 27th April
Pamukkale, Hierapolis
This morning we will head to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
Overnight Pamukkale
4 star
(B, D)
Day 7
Friday 28th April
Aphrodisias
Depart from Pamukkale towards Aphrodisias the ancient city dedicated to Aphrodite, the goddess of Beauty, Love and Fertility, also famous for its school of sculpture, we visit the stadium, which is the best preserved in Anatolia, the Temple of Aphrodite, the Tetrapylon, theatre, the Museum. Afterwards we continue on to Bodrum.
Overnight Bodrum
4 star
(B)
Day 8
Saturday 29th April
Bodrum
Today is a free day in Bodrum. Maybe visit Bodrum Castle which was built by the Knights of Rhodes in honour of St.Peter. Or the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, which was constructed as a funeral monument by Artemisia, Queen of Caria, after the death of her brother and husband Mausolos. It is here that the word 'Mausoleum' comes from. Or maybe just spend the day at one of the many beaches nearby.
Overnight Bodrum
4 star
(B)
Day 9
Sunday 30th April
Koycegiz, Dalyan, Fethiye
Today our first stop is the lake side town of Koycegiz, its unique environment is preserved as a nature and wildlife sanctuary. Have a bite to eat at one of the lakeside restaurants or explore the local markets, famous for their local citrus fruit. From here its a short trip to the other side of the lake and the town of Dalyan.
Take an optional boat trip along the Dalyan River, passing the ancient Kaunos tombs that have been carved into the cliff face. The Dalyan Delta is a nature conservation area and a home to protected loggerhead turtle (Caretta Caretta) nesting grounds. And finally there is the Sultaniye mud baths, fun, rejuvenating and surely a great chance for a snapshot.
From here its a short drive to our final stop, the seaside town of Fethiye.
Overnight Fethiye
Boutique
(B)
Day 10
Monday 1st May
Fethiye
Free day in Fethiye. Wander around town, relax at the famous Oludeniz beach or take an optional trip to Saklikent Gorge.
Overnight Fethiye
Boutique
(B)
Day 11
Tuesday 2nd May
Kayakoy, Antalya
This morning we head to Kayakoy. The morning light provides excellent photos of this deserted Greek village. Afterwards we drive to the resort town of Antalya. Here we will take a walking tour of the old town area of Antalya known as "Kaleiçi". Amongst other things we'll visit Hadrian's Gate, the Ancient Harbour and Suna-Inan Kiraç Kaleiçi Museum which even has a Greek Orthdox Church in its garden!
Overnight Antalya
4 star
(B)
Day 12
Wednesday 3rd May
Perge, Aspendos, Side
Full day tour of the ancient ruins of Perge and Aspendos and Side. In Aspendos, you can see the Roman Theatre built in the 2nd century and seating 15,000 people. Side is one of the best classical sites in Turkey with its Temple of Apollo and ancient ruins.
Overnight Antalya
4 star
(B)
Day 13
Thursday 4th May
Konya
Today we travel to Konya and upon arrival we will visit the mausoleum of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi with its accompanying Mevlana museum.
Overnight Konya
4 star
(B)
Day 14
Friday 5th May
Cappadocia
Today we travel the ancient Silk Road visiting Sultanhani Caravansary en-route.
In the afternoon, upon arrival at Cappadocia, we will visit Pigeon and Red Valley and then we visit Cavusin village and lastly Avanos town where we will learn about hand-made pottery
Overnight Cappadocia
Boutique Cave
(B, D)
Day 15
Saturday 6th May
Cappadocia, Goreme, Underground City
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia today as we visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, and explore the many levels of an underground city.
Overnight Cappadocia
Boutique Cave
(B, D)
Day 16
Sunday 7th May
Ankara
Early morning departure to the nation's capital, Ankara, where we visit Anitkabir, mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, before returning to Istanbul.
Overnight Istanbul
4 star
(B)
Day 17
Monday 8th May
Istanbul
After breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends and are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
(B)
(B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner)
Terms & Condition
RDMH
*Terms & Conditions apply as per our standard terms & conditions.
Special Conditions
Group Size : Minimum Group Size of 2. Maximum Group Size of 8. 2. Age : Minimum Age of 8. Whilst there is no maximum Age set it is assumed the customer is fit enough to take part in the activity or tour. Health documents may be requested. 3. Single travellers are obliged to pay Single Supplement and will have the hotel room to themselves. 4. As international travel becomes possible again we are preparing some tour departures to include ANZAC Day at Gallipoli. At this stage it is not clear if formal ceremonies will be resumed. They haven’t taken place for the last few years due to covid restrictions. However at the very least we will ensure these tours will be at ANZAC Cove at dawn. Our guide will hold a brief informal service, including the 2 minutes silence. Guests will be welcome to make a speech, lay wreaths etc. 5. The latest information regarding ANZAC Day 2023 at Gallipoli may be found at this “Department of Veteran Affairs - ANZAC Day 2023 page” https://www.dva.gov.au/recognition/commemorating-all-who-served/commemorative-services. *Terms & Conditions apply, Prices are correct at time of printing, Prices subject to availability, prices may change without notice. All prices are quoted in AUD and are prices per person twin share. Seasonal surcharges may apply. Credit card fees apply. Service fees apply as outlined on our website and in our office.
TRAVEL INSURANCE IS MANDATORY
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The Highlights
17 Day Tour
- English Speaking Guide
- Luxury Transport
- 4 Star Accommodation
- 22 Meals
- Admission & touring as outlined
Details & Itinerary
Day 1
Saturday 22th April
Istanbul
Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to your hotel and the remainder of the day is yours free to explore at your own pace.
Overnight Istanbul
4 star
Day 2
Sunday 23th April
Istanbul Old City
After breakfast, you enjoy a fully guided tour of the only city to span two continents, visiting the Blue Mosque, St Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace (including Hagia Irene) and the Hippodrome.
Cruise between two continents on the stretch of water that separates Europe from Asia in the afternoon with an optional 'Half day Bosphorus cruise'.
Overnight Istanbul
4 star
(B)
Day 3
Monday 24th April
Gallipoli Battlefields
Today we head to Eceabat, near the Gallipoli battlefields. We will visit the WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston's Jolly, original trenches and tunnels.
The remainder of the evening is free until we head to the Dawn Service site as soon as it is opened to the public.
Overnight Çanakkale
Special Class
(B, D)
Day 4
Tuesday 25th April
ANZAC Day at Gallipoli, Troy
Awake before sun rise for the ANZAC Day Dawn Service. We become aware of the almost deafening silence as the moving service to commemorate our fallen forefathers on this special day begins. You will then have the chance to attend the Australian or New Zealand Memorial service.
Once the ANZAC services are complete, early this afternoon, we head to Kusadasi stopping briefly to visit ancient Troy and its famed Trojan Horse.
Overnight Kuşadası
Boutique
(B, D)
Day 5
Wednesday 26th April
Ephesus, Kusadasi
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before continuing to the former Greek village of Sirince, famous for its fruit wines. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and at the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value.
Overnight Kuşadası
Boutique
(B, D)
Day 6
Thursday 27th April
Pamukkale, Hierapolis
This morning we will head to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
Overnight Pamukkale
4 star
(B, D)
Day 7
Friday 28th April
Aphrodisias
Depart from Pamukkale towards Aphrodisias the ancient city dedicated to Aphrodite, the goddess of Beauty, Love and Fertility, also famous for its school of sculpture, we visit the stadium, which is the best preserved in Anatolia, the Temple of Aphrodite, the Tetrapylon, theatre, the Museum. Afterwards we continue on to Bodrum.
Overnight Bodrum
4 star
(B)
Day 8
Saturday 29th April
Bodrum
Today is a free day in Bodrum. Maybe visit Bodrum Castle which was built by the Knights of Rhodes in honour of St.Peter. Or the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, which was constructed as a funeral monument by Artemisia, Queen of Caria, after the death of her brother and husband Mausolos. It is here that the word 'Mausoleum' comes from. Or maybe just spend the day at one of the many beaches nearby.
Overnight Bodrum
4 star
(B)
Day 9
Sunday 30th April
Koycegiz, Dalyan, Fethiye
Today our first stop is the lake side town of Koycegiz, its unique environment is preserved as a nature and wildlife sanctuary. Have a bite to eat at one of the lakeside restaurants or explore the local markets, famous for their local citrus fruit. From here its a short trip to the other side of the lake and the town of Dalyan.
Take an optional boat trip along the Dalyan River, passing the ancient Kaunos tombs that have been carved into the cliff face. The Dalyan Delta is a nature conservation area and a home to protected loggerhead turtle (Caretta Caretta) nesting grounds. And finally there is the Sultaniye mud baths, fun, rejuvenating and surely a great chance for a snapshot.
From here its a short drive to our final stop, the seaside town of Fethiye.
Overnight Fethiye
Boutique
(B)
Day 10
Monday 1st May
Fethiye
Free day in Fethiye. Wander around town, relax at the famous Oludeniz beach or take an optional trip to Saklikent Gorge.
Overnight Fethiye
Boutique
(B)
Day 11
Tuesday 2nd May
Kayakoy, Antalya
This morning we head to Kayakoy. The morning light provides excellent photos of this deserted Greek village. Afterwards we drive to the resort town of Antalya. Here we will take a walking tour of the old town area of Antalya known as "Kaleiçi". Amongst other things we'll visit Hadrian's Gate, the Ancient Harbour and Suna-Inan Kiraç Kaleiçi Museum which even has a Greek Orthdox Church in its garden!
Overnight Antalya
4 star
(B)
Day 12
Wednesday 3rd May
Perge, Aspendos, Side
Full day tour of the ancient ruins of Perge and Aspendos and Side. In Aspendos, you can see the Roman Theatre built in the 2nd century and seating 15,000 people. Side is one of the best classical sites in Turkey with its Temple of Apollo and ancient ruins.
Overnight Antalya
4 star
(B)
Day 13
Thursday 4th May
Konya
Today we travel to Konya and upon arrival we will visit the mausoleum of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi with its accompanying Mevlana museum.
Overnight Konya
4 star
(B)
Day 14
Friday 5th May
Cappadocia
Today we travel the ancient Silk Road visiting Sultanhani Caravansary en-route.
In the afternoon, upon arrival at Cappadocia, we will visit Pigeon and Red Valley and then we visit Cavusin village and lastly Avanos town where we will learn about hand-made pottery
Overnight Cappadocia
Boutique Cave
(B, D)
Day 15
Saturday 6th May
Cappadocia, Goreme, Underground City
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia today as we visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, and explore the many levels of an underground city.
Overnight Cappadocia
Boutique Cave
(B, D)
Day 16
Sunday 7th May
Ankara
Early morning departure to the nation's capital, Ankara, where we visit Anitkabir, mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, before returning to Istanbul.
Overnight Istanbul
4 star
(B)
Day 17
Monday 8th May
Istanbul
After breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends and are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
(B)
(B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner)
Terms & Conditions
RDMH
*Terms & Conditions apply as per our standard terms & conditions.
Special Conditions
Group Size : Minimum Group Size of 2. Maximum Group Size of 8. 2. Age : Minimum Age of 8. Whilst there is no maximum Age set it is assumed the customer is fit enough to take part in the activity or tour. Health documents may be requested. 3. Single travellers are obliged to pay Single Supplement and will have the hotel room to themselves. 4. As international travel becomes possible again we are preparing some tour departures to include ANZAC Day at Gallipoli. At this stage it is not clear if formal ceremonies will be resumed. They haven’t taken place for the last few years due to covid restrictions. However at the very least we will ensure these tours will be at ANZAC Cove at dawn. Our guide will hold a brief informal service, including the 2 minutes silence. Guests will be welcome to make a speech, lay wreaths etc. 5. The latest information regarding ANZAC Day 2023 at Gallipoli may be found at this “Department of Veteran Affairs - ANZAC Day 2023 page” https://www.dva.gov.au/recognition/commemorating-all-who-served/commemorative-services. *Terms & Conditions apply, Prices are correct at time of printing, Prices subject to availability, prices may change without notice. All prices are quoted in AUD and are prices per person twin share. Seasonal surcharges may apply. Credit card fees apply. Service fees apply as outlined on our website and in our office.
TRAVEL INSURANCE IS MANDATORY
