Christmas Turkey - 12 Days

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Istanbul - Tour historic Istanbul, taking in the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and more, Gallipoli Peninsula - Pay your respects at the WWI battlefields and cemeteries including ANZAC Cove, Troy - See the replica Trojan Horse in the ancient city, the setting of one of Ancient Greece's most famous tales, Ephesus - Marvel at the Library of Celsus in Roman Ephesus and explore the Ancient Greek city of Pergamum, Pamukkale - Take a dip in the thermal pools and walk along the beautiful white cotton castles, known as travertines, Demre - Spend Christmas Eve visiting the Church and Tomb of Saint Nicholas and enjoy dinner in Antalya, Konya - Delve into the fabulous and well-preserved Roman ruins of Perge and Aspendos on a wonderfully Turkish Christmas Day, Cappadocia - Enjoy two days spent exploring the incredible cave cities and subterranean churches of this fascinating region

Departure dates

2024-12-18

What's included

Breakfast daily and 6 dinners inclusive of a special Christmas Eve Dinner in Antalya overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
10 nights 4 star and special class hotels, 1 night 5 star hotel.
Guided sightseeing - Istanbul including the Blue Mosque, Underground Cistern, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome and Hagia Sofia.
Guided sightseeing - Gallipoli, Troy, Ruins of Ephesus and Pergamum, Pamukkale and Roman Hierapolis, Perge, Aspendos, Konya and Cappadocia.
Escorted by an English speaking, degree qualified Turkish tour guide .
Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer (to Istanbul International Airport) on day 12.
Relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles.

Itinerary / more information

  • Day 9 we tour Konya and the Mevlana monastery before heading north east to Cappadocia. We stop en route at an ancient caravanserai and later take a short walk through the beautiful Ihlara Valley. In the evening, opt for a traditional Turkish dinner and folklore evening. On day 10, we explore the stunning Goreme Valley, fairy chimneys, amazing troglodyte villages, Uchisar Castle and Derinkuyu underground city. Stopping on the outskirts of Goreme Village we have the opportunity to see Pigeon Valley where century's old pigeon houses are carved into the surrounding cliffs, the pigeon droppings that litter the area have been used as fertilizer on crops for generations. Here you will also have the opportunity to visit an Onyx shop, specialising in historic jewellery designs unique to Turkey and using local materials and craftsmen. For those not interested in shopping spend a little time relaxing and grab a drink from the local cafe.2 breakfast, no lunch, 1 dinner included.Day 11, AnkaraCappadocia - Istanbul. Today we head back to Istanbul, stopping en route for lunch (payable locally). If you'd prefer to avoid the long journey over land today, we also offer the opportunity to fly from Cappadocia to Istanbul.1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.Day 12, Istanbul29 December. After breakfast our tour concludes with an onward departure transfer to the airport. We hope you had a wonderful Christmas in Turkey!1 breakfast, no lunch, no dinner included.
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