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PACKAGE TOURS TURKEY-012
TURKEY EXPLORER TOUR SUMMER PROGRAM
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ARRIVAL |
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Arrive at Istanbul airport. Meet our host and
transfer to your hotel. Stay overnight in Istanbul.
No Meals
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FULL DAY OLD CITY
TOUR |
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Enjoy a full day tour of the Sultanahmet
district, the heart of old Istanbul. Firstly we visit the
magnificent Hagia Sofia, Hippodrome and the stadium of ancient
Byzantium, where an Egyptian obelisk and a bronze sculpture of
three entwined serpents from Delphi still survive. We then
continue on to the Blue Mosque which owes its name to the
exquisite tiles adorning its interior and the world famous Grand
Bazaar. After lunch we visit the amazing Topkapi Palace, which
from the 15th to the 19th century was the principle residence of
the Ottoman Sultans. Stay overnight in Istanbul.
Breakfast & Lunch
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HALF DAY BOSPHORUS
CRUISE |
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Departing in the morning from the hotel. We
will take a brief visit to the 17th Century Spice Bazaar which
is the second largest covered bazaar in Istanbul and then embark
on a cruise along the brilliant Bosphorus. This legendary strait
separates Europe and Asia. Winding between wooded hills, it is
lined with mosques, castles, 19th century mansions, picturesque
villages and the extravagant baroque palaces of the late Ottoman
sultans. At the tours end, you will be transferred to the
airport to take a flight to Izmir. Arrive in Izmir and transfer
to your hotel in Kusadasi. Dinner at the hotel and stay
overnight in Kusadasi.
Breakfast & Dinner
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PAMUKKALE |
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Depart from your hotel in the morning and
drive to Pamukkale. Upon your arrival you will see the Cotton
Cliffs, one of the natural wonders of the world, formed by
deposits of calcareous salts. We also visit the ancient ruins of
the city of Hierapolis with its basilica, theatre and Roman
baths. Stay overnight in Kusadasi.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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| Day 5 |
EPHESUS & CAPPADOCIA |
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On this enjoyable full day tour we will begin
in the morning visiting the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one
of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Then proceed to the
ancient city of Ephesus where you will explore some of the best
preserved theatres, fountains and buildings in the world. A
definite must while in Turkey. Of course, not to be forgotten is
the House of the Virgin Mary on top of Bulbul Mountain, a
pilgrimage site for many people of all denominations. After the
tour you will be transferred to the airport to take a flight to
Kayseri. Arrive in Kayseri and transfer to your hotel in
Cappadocia. Stay overnight in Cappadocia.
Breakfast & Lunch
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CAPPADOCIA |
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Today you will have the opportunity to
experience one of the most amazing parts of Cappadocia. On this
full day tour you will visit: Devrent Valley, Zelve open-air
Museum, Monk's Valley (Pasabagi) and see the world famous fairy
chimneys. After a break for lunch in Avanos we then continue on
to the Goreme open-air Museum where you will visit numerous
churches and monasteries. Depart for a panoramic view of
Esentepe and then to Uchisar, a natural rock castle. Stay
overnight in Cappadocia.
Breakfast & Lunch
Optional: Experience most exciting way to view the dramatic
scenery of this unique area with a hot air balloon ride.
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DEPARTURE
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Today you will be transferred to Kayseri
airport for your flight to Istanbul connect with your departure
flight home.
Breakfast |
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This itinerary is subject to change without
prior notice according to weather/daily events or other
unforeseen circumstances outside the control of IHRS TRAVEL.
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DEPARTURE DATES AND
PRICES - 2008 |
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| Departs in Summer, Every
Wednesdays, Thursdays & Sundays. |
P.P. In
Double
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P.P. In
Triple
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Single Room
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| 01.04.2008 - 30.06.2008 |
1280$ |
1180$ |
1575$ |
| 01.07.2008- 31.10.2008 |
1300$ |
1256$ |
1680$ |
Prices are per person in USD and subject to availability.
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HOTELS OF THE
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ISTANBUL |
TAKSIM LAMARTINE HOTEL |
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CAPPADOCIA |
YUSUF YIGITOGLU KONAGI
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KUSADASI
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PINEBAY MARINA HOTEL |
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INCLUDED SERVICES |
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6 nights in 4 star hotel accommodation.
Domestic flight tickets, Istanbul to Izmir & Kayseri to
Istanbul.
All sightseeing tours, with qualified English speaking
guide described in the itinerary.
All admission fees to the visited sites.
All meals as stated in the itinerary.
Transportation by air-conditioned, non smoking vehicle.
All taxes and service fees
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DOES NOT INCLUDED |
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International airfares.
Airport taxes.
Any VISA needed for Turkey.
Tips to guide, driver, hotel staff etc.
Optional tours.
Items of a personal nature.
Drinks with meals (except the drinks served with
breakfast) and medical services.
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