Turkey: Istanbul, Cappadocia & Walking the Turquoise Coast

Highlights

• Take a walking tour of Istanbul and sample delicious street food, Visit the fascinating underground city of Kaymakli, Hike or ride an e-bike through the fairy chimneys and rock formations of Cappadocia, Visit the ancient city of Ephesus, Go back in time with visits to ancient Greek and Roman archaeological sites, Soak in mud baths and see the cliffside rock tombs from a boat on the Dalyan River, Hike or kayak along the Turquoise Coast of the Lycian Way
• Embark on an adventure through Turkey that'll get you closer than you ever thought possible. Let the sights and smells of Istanbul's Grand Bazaar whisk you into the past, immersing you in the city's rich history and traditions showcased by iconic landmarks such as the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Moving inland, let the dramatic rock formations and underground cities of Cappadocia take your imagination to ancient times and distant kingdoms as you explore on foot or by bicycle. Lose yourself in the history of the ancient Greeks and Romans with visits to Ephesus and Pinare before heading to Turkey's stunning Turquoise Coast for hikes along the Lycian Way and a boat ride to see cliff-side rock tombs along the Dalyan River. Overflowing with delicious food, stunning landscapes and deep cultural traditions, Turkey will stay with you long after you return home.

Included in Price

• 13 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 5 dinners
• Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  Your Foodie Moment: Street Food Experience, Istanbul
  Your OMG Day: Meskender Valley Hike or E-Bike Tour, Cappadocia
  Your Local Living Moment: Zelve Village Dinner, Zelve
  Your Foodie Moment: Gozleme Cooking Class, Zelve
  Your Foodie Moment: Turkish Bagels Lunch, Akköy
  Your Wellness Moment: Mud Baths, Dalyan
  Your Local Living Moment: Minare Village Day Tour, Minare
  Your OMG Day: Kayak or Hike Along the Lycian Way, Fethiye. Complimentary arrival and departure transfer. Evening orientation walk of Istanbul to the Old Square to see the Hagia Sofia and Blue Mosque lit up at night. Welcome dinner. Walking tour of Istanbul's old city with visits to the Hipodrome, Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern. Visit the Kaymkli underground city. See the rock-carved churches at the Goreme Open Air Museum. Climb the stairs to the Uchisar Castle. Take a Turkish cooking class to learn how to prepare gözleme, a type of stuffed pastry. Orientation walk of Şirince. Explore the ancient city of Ephesus including St. John's Basilica and the House of the Virgin Mary. Visit the ancient sites of Priene, Miletos and Didyma. Tour Bodrum Castle and the ancient of Halikarnasos. Walk around the Bodrum windmills. Boat trip on the Dalyan River. Soak in the Dalyan mud baths. Explore Kauros historical site. Hike from Minare Village to the Pinara historical site. Full-day boat trip from Göcek with swimming, snorkelling and a barbecue lunch onboard. Hike to Cleopatra's Baths for a swim. Farewell dinner. All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

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Turkey: Istanbul, Ephesus & Cappadocia (7 Days)

Sitting at the bridge between Asia and Europe, Turkey's rich culture and history draws influence from ancient kingdoms and sprawling landscapes. You'll start by taking in the sights, sounds and flavours of Istanbul before heading inland to the underground...

Next Departure: 26-May-2025
Starting at: ± EUR 2,746.00

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