13-Day Aegean Dream Tour from Istanbul

Product Code: 692634

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • istanbul Airport pick-up service
    • City tour in: ISTANBUL, ISTANBUL
    • Boat: On the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Lycian tombs in Dalyan
    • Evening transfer: Taksim Square in Istanbul, Taksim Square in Istanbul
    Admission to Suleiman the Great Mosque and Topkapi Palace in Istanbul, house of the Virgin Mary, Basilica of St. John, Ruins of Ephesus , Roman theatre in Aspendos , Greek Temple of Apollo in Side , Gumusler Monastery; Underground city of Kainacli; Goreme Valley; Uchisar , Valley of Ihlara , Caravanserai; Mevlana Mausoleum in Konya , Pamukkale - Hierapolis , house of the Virgin Mary, Basilica of St. John, Ruins of Ephesus , Suleiman the Great Mosque and TopKapi Palace in Istanbul
Tour Code
692634
Duration
13 day
Departure City
Istanbul
End City
Istanbul
Language
English

Itinerary

Day 01
Istanbul

istanbul

Hotel: Doubletree by hilton istambul topkapi(Orta Mahalle, Anit Sokak, 1 Bayrampasa/Istanbul,) / Elite world business(Gultepe, Sht. Zafer K305;z305;ltas Sk. No:1,) or similar

Transfer to the hotel and free time. You will be provided with the information required for the beginning of the trip in the afternoon; otherwise, the information will appear on the information panels at the hotel reception area.

IMPORTANT:-Remember that hotels check-in time is usually at 14:00 hrs. If you require more hours of room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.


- IF YOU REQUESTED ADDITIONAL NIGHTS upon arrival at the hotel, you would have your room booked, but your trip guide would normally contact you at the beginning of the included activities. At the reception you can also find an informative sign, indicating the telephone number and hours of assistance of our staff. YOUR TIME THEREFORE BEFORE THIS MOMENT IS FREE. The hotel staff can help you with all the information you need.

-OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES: During your trip, it´s likely that your guide will offer you optional activities. If these activities are available in the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend that, if interested, you book them well in advance to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute often means missing out on the opportunity to participate (due to lack of tickets, coach seats, etc).

Note: The schedules that you will find in this itinerary are indicative. The guide, depending on the situation and in order to improve the development of the trip, may adjust the schedules.



Note: All mentioned hotels below are for your reference only, you might also check-in other same-level hotels.

Day 02
Istanbul

Istanbul

Hotel: Doubletree by hilton istambul topkapi(Orta Mahalle, Anit Sokak, 1 Bayrampasa/Istanbul,) / Elite world business(Gultepe, Sht. Zafer K305;z305;ltas Sk. No:1,) or similar

09.00 hrs.- A sightseeing tour of the city. We find ourselves in a city built in two continents. On our tour, we will enter the Mosque of Suleyman the Magnificent (the largest in Istanbul). We will see the walls, the Golden Horn, the fishing district, and we will admire the exterior of Hagia Sofia. After the visit, we will offer tickets and a visit to the Top Kapi Palace, which was the administrative centre of the Ottoman Empire, with its magnificent courtyards and its pavilions.


19.30 hrs.- At the end of the afternoon we will provide a transfer to the Taksim neighbourhood, the most commercialised and lively area of the city. There will be time to dine in one of its many restaurants, and you can also take the old tram that crosses the area or go to see the nearby Galata Tower. Return to the hotel around 22.00 hrs.


Important: Services during the stay in Istanbul may change order by taking the boat ride on the Bosphorus on the first day and the panoramic visit on the second day.

Visiting Attractions

  • Mosque of Suleyman the Magnificent Mosque of Suleyman the Magnificent
  • Hagia Sophia Hagia Sophia
Day 03
Istanbul

Istanbul

Hotel: Doubletree by hilton istambul topkapi(Orta Mahalle, Anit Sokak, 1 Bayrampasa/Istanbul,) / Elite world business(Gultepe, Sht. Zafer K305;z305;ltas Sk. No:1,) or similar

Today we include a boat trip on the Bosphorus that will last about two hours. We will undertake the trip on a boat exclusively for Europamundo travellers. The Bosphorus is a strait that connects the Black Sea with the Sea of ??Marmara, which separates Istanbul into two parts: the European part and the Asian one. We will enjoy seeing the liveliness of the strait with its multitude of boats. We will pass under the two bridges that unite Europe and Asia and we will admire the palaces of the sultans, the typical wooden houses and the Ottoman villas. Return to the center of Istanbul.

Rest of the day at leisure. You can go shopping in the Grand Bazaar; visit Hagia Sophia; ... Multiple options in this great capital.

Day 04
Istanbul

Istanbul - Ephesus - Kusadasi

Hotel: Ramada suites by windham kusadasi(Trkmen, Turgut Özal Blv., 09400 Ku351;adas305; / Ayd305;n, Turkey) / Le bleu(Kad305;nlar Denizi) or similar

Meal: D:Included

Total distance covered: 560 km.Scenery: Cold lands inside Anatólia.


07.00 hrs.- We will leave early morning from Istanbul.
14.00hrs.- Ephesus, the best preserved ancient city of Asia Minor; 2000 years ago it had a quarter of a million inhabitants. We will discover the Basilica of Saint John, and then the house of the Virgin Mary and the archaeological site (tickets included).


18.00 hrs- Ephesus departure. We continue on towards the Turquoise Coast.
18.30 hrs- Kusadasi- Arrival to this popular coastal town with a lot of atmosphere, commercial life and a small castle. Free time in the center to enjoy its bazaars and the city. Dinner and accommodation.


Note: during the high season, from June to September (both included), accommodation may be provided in a nearby town.


Visiting Attractions

  • Ephesus Ephesus

Meal

  • D:Included
Day 05
Kusadasi

Kusadasi - Bodrum - Marmaris

Hotel: Pasabey(Kemeralt305; Mah. 83 Sok. No : 15 48700 Marmaris, Mugla) or similar

Meal: D:Included

Total distance covered: 320 km.
Scenery: Various beautiful sights over the Aegean sea.


08.30 hrs.- Kusadasi- Departure.
10.00 hrs- Lake Bafa- Stop to see the lake, its magnificent nature, history, mystical beauty and serenity is undoubtedly one of the natural wonders to be seen in Turkey.


10.30 hrs.- Bafa Lake, departure.
12.00 hrs.- Bodrum, free time in this beautiful fortified city of Greek origin. You can visit its castle, walk through its streets which are full of life and tourist activity or its leisure marina. Time for lunch.


15.00 hrs- Bodrum, departure.
17.30 hrs.- Marmaris, arrival to another beautiful coastal tourist enclave, with its castle, its marina and its fountains. Dinner and accommodation.


NOTE: On some high difficulty dates (especially in summer), some groups can be accommodated in a nearby town.

Visiting Attractions

  • Lake Bafa Lake Bafa

Meal

  • D:Included
Day 06
Marmaris

Marmaris - Dalyan - Antalya

Hotel: Ring downtown(Alt305;nda287; Mah. Gllk Cad. No:71 07050) or similar

Meal: D:Included

Total Distance: 335 km

Scenery: Coastal sections and sections between high mountains. Contrasts.

08.00 hrs.- Marmaris - Departure -.
09.30 hrs.- DALYAN - Arrival -. An incredible place beside a beautiful navigable river. Free time for a coffee in one on its many restaurants by the river, and we include a boat trip of around two and a half hours to see the LYCIAN ROYAL TOMBS.


11.30 hrs.- Dalyan - Departure -. We continue our route. Mountain scenery. Stop en route to have lunch.
16.15 hrs.- ANTALYA - Arrival -. We will make a brief visit of this great coastal city of more than a million inhabitants, the Adrian door, the Ottoman district and its large waterfall falling straight into the sea. Dinner included.

Meal

  • D:Included
Day 07
Antalya

Antalya - Aspendos - Side - Karaman - Nigde

Hotel: Grand hotel nigde(Ahipasa Mahallesi, Ahi Pasa Cd Nidge/ Merkez NIGDE) or similar

Meal: D:Included

Distance covered: 530 km

Scenery: Spectacular contrasts; countryside overlooking the sea. High mountains often with snowy peaks; arid lands of Anatolia.


08.00 hrs.-Antalya - Departure -.
09.00 hrs.- ASPENDOS - Arrival - we visit the Roman theatre that many believe to be the best preserved in the world.


09.45 hrs.-Aspendos - Departure -.
10.30 hrs.- SIDE - Arrival -. A small, very tourist city, full of commercial life. You will have free time. Its Greek temple of Apollo by the sea stands out. Time for a stroll around its port and through its streets full of life.


12.30 hrs.- Side - Departure -. Amidst impressive scenery, we cross the Taurus mountains. The peaks, of more than 3500 metres, are covered with snow for a large part of the year. We stop for a meal along the way in a pretty service area in the mountains.
17.00 hrs.- KARAMAN - Arrival -. A city with an oriental atmosphere. Brief stop to view the exterior of the fortress.


17.45 hrs.- Karaman - Departure -. Great arid plains along the route in the south of Anatolia.

20.00 hrs.- NIGDE - Arrival -. We suggest a stroll around its bazaar, its ancient mosque and its fortress. Dinner and accommodation.



Visiting Attractions

  • Aspendos Aspendos

Meal

  • D:Included
Day 08
Avanos

Nigde - Avanos - Cappadocia

Hotel: Avrasya(Jan. Zakari Cd, CP 50500 Avanos/Nevsehir) / Ramada cappadocia(Karatas Mevkii, Nev351;ehir Cd) or similar

Meal: D:Included

Total distance covered: 120 km.
Scenery: We continue amid the beautiful landscapes of Cappadocia. Spectacular scenary. Picturesque towns.
Notes: Today it is again necessary to wear comfortable shoes as we continue to explore Cappadocia.



09.00hrs.- Nigde. Departure. We enjoy a full day in the fantastic region of CAPPADOCIA, with its lunar landscapes, its churches and troglodyte villages.


We start by visiting GUMUSLER, an incredible underground monastery of the 7th century with perhaps the best Byzantine frescoes in Turkey. In KAIMACLI we will visit the underground city that could house 30,000 people. Then, we will visit UCHISAR, a natural fortress where we will know its 60 meter rock filled with houses in excavated caves. Time for lunch.


We will discover after lunch the GOREME Valley with its open-air museum and its churches carved out of the rocks, admission included.


Hotel in Avanos. pleasant town in the center of the region of Capadocia known for its pottery, its attractive old town with cobbled streets and its views over the river. Time to enjoy the hotel facilities or walk through the streets. Dinner is included.


At night, after dinner, we suggest attending the "Turkish night" show (optional).



Visiting Attractions

  • Gumusler Monastery Gumusler Monastery
  • Kaymakli Underground City Kaymakli Underground City
  • Uchisar castle Uchisar castle

Meal

  • D:Included
Day 09
Konya

Capadocia - Ihlara - Konya

Hotel: Bayir diamond convention center(Musalla Ba287;lar305;, Mahallesi, Ahmet Hilmi Nalçac305; Cd. No:100, 42060 Selçuklu/Konya) or similar

Meal: D:Included

Total distance: 290 km.
Scenery: We continue amid the beautiful landscapes of Cappadocia. Subsequently arid and flat areas.

Notes: Today it is again necessary to wear comfortable shoes as we continue to explore Cappadocia. In Konya, we visit places considered "holy" for the Dervish sect: please wear appropriate clothing.

07:30 hrs - Nevsehir –Departure-. In the morning we go to small characterful towns mark the Ihlara Valley.
09:45 hrs - Ihlara Canyon –Arrival-. Refreshed by the cooler air by the river, we explore churches that are carved into the rock of the canyon.


11:45 hrs - Ihlara Canyon –Departure-.
13:00 hrs. - Sultanhan –Arrival-. Here one of the most beautiful caravanserai is preserved. This magnificent building reminds us of the great caravans of camels that, in the past, marked these lands. Time to explore and have lunch.


14.45 hrs - Sultanhan –Departure-. Landscapes with large herds and arid plains.
16.15 hrs - Konya –Arrival-. In the center of Konya, we explore the MEVLANA MAUSOLEUM, a holy place for Dervishes, the Muslim sect known for their whirling "trance" dancing. Admission to the exhibition is included. Later, we suggest a stroll through the bustling bazaar. Dinner included.


At night, we suggest that you attend the dance performance of the whirling dervishes in the cultural centre.

Visiting Attractions

  • Ihlara Valley Ihlara Valley
  • Mevlana Museum Mevlana Museum

Meal

  • D:Included
Day 10
Konya

Konya - Egridir -Pamukkale

Hotel: Richmond pamukkale thermal(Karahay305;t 20290 Pamukkale Denizli) / Spa hotel colossae thermal(Fatih Mh. 112 Sk. No:4 Karahay305;t Mevkii) or similar

Meal: D:Included

Total distance covered: 430 km.

Scenery: Varied: mountain areas and lakes. Fantastic "cotton mountain" at the end of the day. Notes: We recommend that you also bring shoes that are easy to remove and carry in Pamukkale... and if you wish, bring your bathing costume to this place!


08.00 hrs. - Konya –Departure-. We continue our journey through Turkey´s interior.
11:15 hrs. -Egridir. Located on the shores of a lake with the same name, this is a picturesque town with its walls and mosques where we can walk and have lunch.
13:30 hrs. - Egridir –Departure-.
16:15 hrs. - Pamukkale –Arrival-. Admission included. At the "cotton mountain", our coach will drop passengers at the top of the mountain so that - having admired the ruins that date to the Roman era - you can descend on foot between the hot springs and the "baths". The colours at sunset are fantastic. Our coach will collect you at the area below. Finally you will have time in the hotel at which point you can enjoy its thermal pools. Dinner included.


Visiting Attractions

  • Pamukkale Pamukkale

Meal

  • D:Included
Day 11
Pamukkale

Pamukkale - Ephesus - Kusadasi

Hotel: Ramada suites by windham kusadasi(Trkmen, Turgut Özal Blv., 09400 Ku351;adas305; / Ayd305;n, Turkey) / Le bleu(Kad305;nlar Denizi) or similar

Meal: D:Included

Total distance covered: 225 km.

Scenery: Various: proximity of the sea in region at the end of the stage.
Note: Again, for the Ephesus visit, it is advisable to wear comfortable shoes.


08.30 hrs. - Pamukkale –Departure-.
11:30 hrs. - Ephesus –Arrival-. We now visit a fantastic complex of Roman ruins. 2,000 years ago, this city had a quarter of a million inhabitants. We will discover with our guide the house of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of Saint John and the impressive ruins at Ephesus (tickets included). Time for lunch.


16.00 hrs- Ephesus departure. We continue on towards the Turquoise Coast, which has magnificent landscapes.
16.30 hrs.- Kusadasi. Arrival to this popular coastal town with a lot of atmospher, commercial life and a small castle. We will visit a gallery of leather articles where we will learn about the famous production of sheepskin garmets in this region. Free time to enjoy its bazaars and see its small castle. Dinner included.




Note: during the high season, from une to September (both included), accommodation will be given in a town near Kusadasi.

Meal

  • D:Included
Day 12
Kusadasi

Kusadasi - Izmir - Bursa - Istambul

Hotel: Doubletree by hilton istambul topkapi(Orta Mahalle, Anit Sokak, 1 Bayrampasa/Istanbul,) / Elite world business(Gultepe, Sht. Zafer K305;z305;ltas Sk. No:1,) or similar

Total distance covered: 590 km.

Scenery: Impressive suspension bridges crossing the Marmara Sea and the Bosphorus Strait.


08.00 hrs.- Kusadasi- Departure
09.30 hrs.- We will make a short visit to Izmir with our guide to one of the largest cities in Turkey, considered the most westernized and modern city in the country in terms of values, ideology and lifestyles.


10.45hrs.- Izmir. Departure. We will travel through the interior of Turkey again. There will be a stop en route to have lunch.
16.00hrs.- Bursa, the fourth city of Turkey whose historic centre has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, which includes traditional shopping districts, mosques, religious schools, public baths, etc. and its outstanding Green Mosque.


18.00hrs.- Bursa, departure.
20.15 hrs.- Arrival in Istanbul at the end of the day.


Day 13
Istanbul

istanbul

After breakfast, end of our services.

Note: Remember that hotels check-out time is usually at 10.00 hrs. In most cases, you can leave your luggage at the hotel reception at check-out time, so you can enjoy the city and pick it up at the time you require that same day. If you need more time to use your room, please consider booking an additional night at the end of your tour.

Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

  • General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.
  • Includes arrival transfer
  • City tour in: ISTANBUL, ISTANBUL
  • Boat: Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul, Lycian Tombs in Dalyan
  • Evening transfer: Taksim Square in Istanbul, Taksim Square in Istanbul
  • Ticket admission: S

Package Excludes

    • Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure city
    • Airport drop-off at the end of the tour
    • All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals the tour guide arranges
    • Entrance fees & optional tours (Prices vary from season to season; only the price at the ticket booth / box office is final)

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  • 33 or More Days - 95% of total purchase amount can be refunded
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Special Notes

  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
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  • If at any point you were to suffer a delay arriving to the meeting point (held during customs check, loss of luggage, etc.), missing a connecting flight or your flight number was changed, you must urgently contact the transfer agent or the emergency phone number that you can find on your travel voucher. In case you failed to notify this information, the transfer agent, after waiting for 1 hour, in the case of airports and 30 minutes in the case of train stations, would leave and you would lose any right to the transfer service. In case you have also requested a departure transfer, please verify with your guide the schedule for our pick-up time on the day of your flight.
  • Please provide your arrival flight information or pickup details at least 7 days prior to the departure date. If you don't provide the information in advance, you will be responsible for failing to arrange the arrival pickup.
  • For tours that include meals, please inform us in advance if any guests have food allergies. Requests for vegetarian meals must be made in advance and are subject to availability, with no guarantee.

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* Prices for Single Occupancy apply when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
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* Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room since each room is equipped with 2 beds. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Prices for child apply when a child of 3-15 stays as the 3rd person in one standard hotel room.
* Children below the age of 3 pay 20% of the double room rate. Please contact our service team to adjust the price manually.

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