Western Shore of Turkey (Ex Marmaris)
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Experience the magnificent charm of Turkey on this incredible journey along the western coast. Sink into the rejuvenating thermal pools of Pamukkale, step into the marbled Roman ruins of Ephesus, and walk through the battlefields of Gallipoli. With so much to explore, you will be immersed in a wonderful blend of history and nature, forming precious memories of an unforgettable journey.
6 days - from $1,780
- Maximum group size 28
- Marvel at the natural wonders of Pamukkale
- Venture to the enormous ancient city of Ephesus
- Speculate the site of the legendary Trojan War
- Uncover the events of World War I in Gallipoli
Itinerary + Map
DAY 01 Marmaris - Pamukkale
Welcome to Marmaris! On arrival, be transferred to Pamukkale.The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the magnificent thermal pools of Pamukkale, one of Turkey’s extraordinary natural wonders.
Stay at: Hotel Adem Pira (5 star) or similar 4 to 5 star Hotel
Meals included: Dinner
DAY 02 Pamukkale - Hierapolis - Selcuk - Izmir
After breakfast, visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, a UNESCO Heritage site home to the magnificent Necropolis, basilica, theatre, Roman bath, graveyard and the lime cascade. Next, continue to Selcuk to visit Temple of Artemis one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. End the day in Izmir where you will spend the night.
Stay at: Park Inn by Radisson (4 star) or similar 4 to 5 star Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 03 Izmir - Ephesus - Sirince - Izmir
Journey this morning the the ancient city of Ephesus. Visit the House of Virgin Mary before making your way down the winding path to the magnificent marbled Roman ruins of Ephesus. Walk through the Magnesia Gate to visit the Odeon, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan, the Great theatre and the towering 2nd century Celsus Library. Enjoy lunch in a nomadic tent in Selcuk where you will taste local Turkish Gozleme. Continue to marvelous village of Sirince perched high on a hilltop. Use this opportunity to shop and taste delicious wines of the village before returning to Izmir.
Stay at: Park Inn by Radisson (4 star) or similar 4 to 5 star Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 04 Izmir - Bergama - Troy - Canakkale
This morning, depart to Bergama where the ancient Greek city of Pergamum is located, to see the stunning ruins of the well preserved Asklepion located on a hilltop. Continue to the nearby ruins of the ancient citiy of Troy, founded 5,000 years ago and famous through the tales of the legendary Trojan War in Homer’s Iliad. Explore the remains of the nine levels of civilisation that once were and see the Sacrificial Altars, ancient city walls, Odeon, a reproduction of the Trojan Horse and the current excavations. Afterwards, be transferred to Çanakkale where you will spend the night.
Stay at: Hotel Kolin (5 star) or similar 4 to 5 star Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 05 Canakkale - Gallipoli - Istanbul
After breakfast, cross the Dardanelles Strait to reach the battlefields of Gallipoli. With your guide, tour the sombre sites of Anzac Cove, the Nek, Lone Pine, Conk Bair and the 57th Regiment Memorial. Afterwards, continue back to Istanbul.
Stay at: Kent Hotel (4 star) or similar 4 to 5 star Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 06 Istanbul
After breakfast transfer to the airport.
Meals included: Breakfast
- Escorted by a professional English-speaking Tour Manager
- Transport by deluxe air-conditioned coach with complimentary Wi-Fi onboard
- 4 or 5 star hotel accommodation
- Shared arrival & departure transfers (first & last days only)
- Hotel luggage handling
- Local taxes
Exclusions: Gratuities
- 5 breakfasts
- 1 lunches
- 4 dinners
Entrances fees:
- Hierapolis
- Ephesus library, theatre and temples
- Asklepion
- Troy
Other sightseeing:
- Temple of Artemis
- Anzac Cove
- Nek
- Conk Bair
- Lone Pine
- 57th regiment Memorial
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