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ABOUT TURKEY TRAVEL CENTRE

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Turkey Travel Centre is owned and operated by Turkish/Australian travel experts, with a combined 16 years’ experience in the industry. We know and love Turkey and want to use our knowledge to help you enjoy your time in the country. Our aim is to ensure you return home with amazing memories of the Turkish culture, food, drink, people and attractions. We have highly trained staff members, who are ready to help you 7 days a week, 365 days a year. All our employees have travelled extensively in Turkey and other parts of the world so they appreciate standards required by our customers, and also work from first-hand experience. Turkey Travel Centre is a proud two-year winner of the Trip Advisor excellence award. We hand-pick our hotels, tour guides and use latest model vehicles, ensuring practicality and your comfort at the same time. All our tours have passed stringent tests by the Turkish government. We are listed and promoted on their official web site: goturkey.com.

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Anything is possible! Turkey Travel Centre has a broad range of tours and activities, you will find our most popular tours bellow. If what you have in mind is not listed here, we can always put together an itinerary to suit your needs. From sailing the Mediterranean on a traditional gulet to an early morning hot air balloon trip in Cappadocia, exploring UNESCO World Heritage sites or indulge in culture, food and drink. Anything is possible! Short Tours: 2 to 5 Days Cappadocia Mini Tour Ephesus Mini Tour Istanbul Mini Tour

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Tours to Take You Around Turkey The Quintessence of Turkey Gallipoli Plus Tour Essential Turkey Tour Aegean to Istanbul Tour Best of Turkey Tour Exclusive Turkey Tour Best of Plus Gallipoli Tour Treasures of Turkey Tour Grand Turkey Tour

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Gulet Cruises of the Aegean, Mediterranean & Greek Islands Mini Cruise Bodrum-Gokova Cruise Bodrum-Mykonos Cruise Marmaris-Fethiye Cruise

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Cappadocia Mini Tour

Flexible Itineraries

2 Days | Cappadocia | See the best of Cappadocia including the UNESCO cave churches of Goreme, an underground city, ancient monasteries, a Caravanserai of the famous Silk Road and the bizarre Uchisar castle. Highlight of the trip is a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the fairy chimneys.

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Selime Village and a 13th century Caravansaray on the Silk Road. Take an evening flight to Istanbul and transfer to your hotel. End of arrangements.

DAY 1 - Istanbul to Cappadocia - (L)

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Pick up from your hotel for an early morning flight to Cappadocia and full day Cappadocia (North) tour. Visit Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy-chimneys. Drive to Pasabag (Monks Valley) to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Visit Goreme Open-Air Museum and the natural Castle at Uchisar. Overnight in Cappadocia.

DAY 2 - Cappadocia to Istanbul (B,L) 05:00 Hot air balloon flight. Drive to the take-off site and have a quick snack and safety briefing while watching the balloon inflate. Then you’re off! Soaring over fairy chimneys, and dipping low to skim cave dwellings. This may be your favourite part of your Turkey trip - it will certainly be unforgettable. Celebrate a soft landing with a quick drink, and return to your hotel for breakfast around 8.30am. 09:30 Full Day Cappadocia Tour - (South). Visit Derinkuyu Underground City and the beautiful Valley of Ihlara, formerly known as Peristerema. Explore the famous rock-hewn churches and hike 4 km through the valley. On the way back, visit monasteries in

- All accommodation as per the itinerary; - Professional English speaking guide on tours; - All flight tickets mentioned in the itinerary and airport transfers; - All meals mentioned in the itinerary; - All museum and entrance fees where necessary; - Hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia; - Wifi available at our hotels; - All transfers mentioned in the itinerary; All local taxes.

what’s not included

special features - Small group tour (up to 18 passengers); - Visit this fantastic region in limited time.

Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

- International airfares - Drinks with meals; - Travel Insurance, visas or passports; - Tips & personal expenses.

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Cappadocia mini tour is designed for travelers who have limited time in Turkey.

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Ephesus Mini Tour

Flexible Itineraries

2 Days | Ephesus & Pamukkale | A combined trip to the historical ruins of Roman Ephesus and the white cotton castle of Pamukkale. Also visit the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be her last resting place. Includes an overnight stay in the cosmopolitan resort of Kusadasi. Ephesus mini tour is designed for travelers who have limited time in Turkey.

tour itinerary DAY 1 - Istanbul - Ephesus - (L) 06:00 Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Istanbul airport. 07:45 Flight from Istanbul to Izmir. 08:30 Arrive to Izmir and transfer to Ephesus ancient city. 09:30 Full day Ephesus tour. Visiting: The ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Then visit Ephesus Ancient City, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. Here you will explore the Agora, Odeon, Curettes Street, Celsius Library, Hadrian Temple, Roman Baths, Grand Theater & Marble Street. After a lunch break depart for the House of Virgin Mary and visit the chapel where she is said to have spent her last days. At the end of the tour, transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.

DAY 2 - Pamukkale - Istanbul - (B,L) 09:00 After breakfast, depart for Pamukkale tour. Fully Guided Pamukkale Tour. Pamukkale is an extraordinary natural wonder. The calcium waters rise from the ground at a temperature of 35C and tumble down the mountain from a height of 100 meters, forming a myriad of pools. Cream-colored stalactites are

formed as the water overflows from the pools, creating a breathtaking sight unequaled in the world. Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its Basilica, theater, Roman bath and Necropolis. PM Transfer to Denizli airport after the tour for your flight to Istanbul. Arrive Istanbul and transfer to your hotel. End of arrangements.

what’s included - All accommodation as per the itinerary; - Professional English speaking guide on tours; - Full day guided tours mentioned in the itinerary; - All transportation & transfers as mentioned in the itinerary; - All domestic flights mentioned in the itinerary; - All meals mentioned in the itinerary; - All museum and entrance fees where necessary; - Wifi available at our hotel; - All local taxes & no hidden costs!

special features - Small group tour (up to 18 passengers); - Visit this fantastic region in limited time.

Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

departure date Every Day. All Year Round.

what’s not included

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- International airfare & taxes; - Visits and services not mentioned in program; - Travel insurance; - Personal expenses; - Gratuities to the guide and driver. - Visa fee.

For prices, please see price sheet attached. All tours can be customized to suit your needs. Please contact Turkey Travel Centre representative for more information.

All tours can be customised to suit your needs. Please contact Turkey Travel Centre representative for more information.

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Istanbul Mini Tour

Flexible Itineraries

5 Days | Istanbul | Explore the former capital of the Ottoman and Byzantine empires. Visit the UNESCO listed Old City, shop in the Grand Bazaar and visit the last palace of the Ottoman rulers. Free time is also given for a Turkish bath or souvenir shopping.

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Includes dinner and drop-off back at your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 1 - Arrival in Istanbul Pick up from the airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Enjoy the Bosphorus by Boat. Visit the Spice Bazaar, Dolmabahce Palace, Bosphorus Bridge and Camlica Hill. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 2 - Old City Tour - (B,L)

DAY 5 - Istanbul - End - (B)

Visit Haghia Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace (harem not included). Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Pick up from the hotel according to your flight schedule and transfer to the airport.

DAY 3 - Free day - (B,D) Free day for wandering the street s of the Old City, getting lost in the Grand Bazaar or taking a leisurely Turkish bath in an historic hamam. Play backgammon and drink tea, or travel into the New City around Istiklal Street to experience Istanbul the way the locals do. 19:45 - Evening pickup from your hotel for a Turkish Night Show. A funfilled evening watching belly dancers, traditional folk dancing and music on old-fashioned Turkish instruments. whirling

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what’s included - All accommodation as per the itinerary; - Professional English speaking guide on tours; - Full day guided tours mentioned in the itinerary; - All transportation & transfers; - All meals mentioned in the itinerary; - Turkish Night show & dinner; - All museum and entrance fees where necessary; - Wifi available at all our hotels; - All local taxes & no hidden costs!

special features - Small group tour (up to 18 passengers); - Fully flexible tour. We can amend this tour if need be.

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Every Day. All Year Round.

prices For prices, please see price sheet attached. All tours can be customized to suit your needs. Please contact Turkey Travel Centre representative for more information.

what’s not included

- International airfare & taxes; - Visits and services not mentioned in program; - Travel insurance; - Personal expenses; - Gratuities to the guide and driver. - Visa fee.

Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

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the quintessence of turkey 5 Days | Ephesus - Pamukkale - Cappadocia | Five days to explore the best of Turkey’s main attractions and historical sites including the Roman ruins of Ephesus, cotton cliffs of Pamukkale and the fairy chimney landscape of Cappadocia.

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in a cave hotel in Cappadocia.

DAY 4 - Cappadocia with Balloon Flight - (B,L) DAY 1 - Ephesus Tour by Flight - (L) Pick up from your Istanbul hotel & early morning airport transfer for your flight to Izmir. Then visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Then visit Ephesus Ancient City, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. Here you will explore the Agora, Odeon, Celsius Library, Hadrian Temple, Roman Baths, Grand Theatre & Marble Street. After a lunch break, visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she is thought to have spent her final years. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.

DAY 2 - Pamukkale Tour - (B,L,D) Morning drive to Pamukkale, then lunch. In the afternoon, tour the ‘Cotton Castle.’ Bring swimwear as you may have time to swim in the Antique Pool (extra fee applies.) Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its theatre and Necropolis. Overnight in Pamukkale.

DAY 3 - Pamukkale - Cappadocia - (B) Morning flight to Cappadocia (via Istanbul.) Free afternoon exploring the cave town of Goreme. Overnight

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05:00 Hot air balloon flight Drive to the take-off site and have a quick snack and safety briefing while watching the balloon inflate. Then you’re off! Soaring over fairy chimneys, and dipping low to skim cave dwellings. This may be your favourite part of your Turkey trip - it will certainly be unforgettable. Celebrate a soft landing with a quick drink, and return to your hotel for breakfast around 8.30am. Full Day Cappadocia Tour - (North) Visit Zelve open air museum, which once housed one of the largest communities in the region. Visit Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy-chimneys. Drive to Pasabag (Monks Valley) to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Visit Goreme Open-Air Museum and the natural Castle at Uchisar. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

On the way back, visit monasteries in Selime Village and a 13th century Caravansaray on the Silk Road. After the tour, transfer to airport for your flight back to Istanbul. On arrival, pick up from the airport and transfer to your hotel. Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

DAY 5 - Cappadocia South Tour (B,L) Full Day Cappadocia Tour - (South). Visit Derinkuyu Underground City and the beautiful Valley of Ihlara, formerly known as Peristerema. Explore the famous rock-hewn churches and hike 4 km through the valley.

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in brief Five days to explore the best of Turkey’s main attractions and historical sites including the Roman ruins of Ephesus, cotton cliffs of Pamukkale and the fairy chimney landscape of Cappadocia.

Flexible Itineraries

what’s included

what’s not included

special features

- All accommodation as per the itinerary; - Professional English speaking guide on tours; - All flight tickets mentioned in the itinerary; - Airport transfers; - All meals mentioned in the itinerary; - All museum and entrance fees where necessary; - Hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia; - Wifi available at our hotels; - All local taxes.

- International airfares; - Drinks with meals; - Travel Insurance, visas or passports; - Tips & personal expenses.

Explore the most attractive regions in Turkey. Tour the ruins of Ephesus, visit the antique pool in Pamukkale and fly over Cappadocia’s lunar landscape.

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Gallipoli Plus Tour 7 Days | Istanbul - Gallipoli - Troy - Pergamon - Ephesus - Pamukkale | A tour of the most prominent attractions of the North Aegean coast, including Gallipoli, the white cotton castle of Pamukkale, the ancient Roman ruins of Ephesus and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Troy. Also on the Agenda is exploration of the old and historic part of Istanbul.

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DAY 1 - Arrival in Istanbul

DAY 5 - Ephesus Tour - (B,L)

Pick up from the airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Then visit Ephesus

DAY 2 - Old City Tour - (B,L)

Ancient City, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. Here you will explore the Agora, Odeon, Celsius Library, Hadrian Temple, Roman Baths, Grand Theatre & Marble Street. After a lunch break, visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she is thought to have spent her final years. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.

Visit Haghia Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace (harem not included). Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 3 - Gallipoli Tour - (B,L) Drive south to the Gallipoli Peninsula. Hear expert information from a local guide. Visit the Kabatepe War Museum, the intended landing place at Brighton Beach and Anzac Cove where the Dawn Service is held yearly. Also visit the NZ Memorial at Chunuk Bair, the Australian Memorial at Lone Pine, and the Turkish Memorial as well. Overnight in Canakkale.

DAY 4 - Troy & Pergamon Tour (B,L) Morning tour of the ruins of the ancient cities of Troy. Lunch break. In the afternoon, drive to Kusadasi, stopping at the beautiful ruins of Pergamon on the way. These stunning ruins, beautifully located on a hill top, demonstrate that the architects and sculptors of Pergamon were among the most talented in the Hellenistic world. Overnight in Kusadasi.

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DAY 6 - Pamukkale Tour - (B,L,D) Morning drive to Pamukkale, then lunch. In the afternoon, tour the ‘Cotton Castle.’ Bring swimwear as you may have time to swim in the Antique Pool (extra fee applies.) Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its theatre and Necropolis. Overnight in Pamukkale.

DAY 7 - Istanbul - End - (B) Morning flight to Istanbul. Transfer to hotel or sea port to meet your cruise in Istanbul.

Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

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in brief Brief tour covering Western Turkey and Gallipoli.

Flexible Itineraries

what’s included

what’s not included

special features

- All accommodation as per the itinerary; - Professional English speaking guide on tours; - All flight tickets mentioned in the itinerary; - All airport transfers mentioned in the itinerary; - All meals mentioned in the itinerary; - All museum and entrance fees where necessary; - Wifi available at all our hotels; - All local taxes.

- International airfares; - Drinks with meals; - Travel Insurance, visas or passports; - Tips & personal expenses.

You can customize this trip with additional days! Slow the pace with rest days in locations of your choice, or add additional sightseeing days along the route. Hotels can also be upgraded. Anything is possible!

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Essential Turkey Tour 7 Days | Istanbul - Ephesus - Pamukkale - Cappadocia | One of our most popular tours that visits all major attractions in Turkey including exotic Istanbul, the Roman ruins of Ephesus, the fairy chimney landscape of Cappadocia and the white cotton castle of Pamukkale.

tour itinerary DAY 1 - Arrival in Istanbul Pick up from the airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 2 - Old City Tour - (B,L) Visit Haghia Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace (harem not included). Overnight stay in Istanbul.

ton Castle.’ Bring swimwear as you may have time to swim in the Antique Pool (extra fee applies.) Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its theatre and Necropolis. Overnight in Pamukkale.

DAY 5 - Pamukkale to Cappadocia by Flight - (B)

ter the tour, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 7 - Istanbul - End - (B) Pick up from the hotel according to your flight schedule and transfer to the airport.

Transfer to the airport for your morning flight from Pamukkale to Cappadocia (via Istanbul.) On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Free afternoon. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

DAY 6 - Cappadocia North Tour with DAY 3 - Ephesus Tour by Flight - Balloon Flight - (B,L) (B,L) 05:00 Hot air balloon flight over CapEarly morning airport transfer for your flight to Izmir. Then visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Then visit Ephesus Ancient City, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. Here you will explore the Agora, Odeon, Celsius Library, Hadrian Temple, Roman Baths, Grand Theatre & Marble Street. After a lunch break, visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she is thought to have spent her final years. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.

DAY 4 - Pamukkale Tour - (B,L,D) Morning drive to Pamukkale, then lunch. In the afternoon, tour the ‘Cot-

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padocia (optional - 150 Euro surcharge applies). Hotel pickup, then a quick snack and safety briefing. Watching the balloon inflate, then you’re off! Soaring over fairy chimneys, and dipping low to skim cave dwellings. This may be your favourite part of your Turkey trip - it will certainly be unforgettable. Celebrate a soft landing with a quick drink, and return to your hotel for breakfast around 8.30am. Full Day Cappadocia Tour (North). Visit Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy-chimneys. Drive to Pasabag (Monks Valley) to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Visit Goreme Open-Air Museum and the natural Castle at Uchisar. Af-

Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

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All tours can be customised to suit your needs. Please contact Turkey Travel Centre representative for more information.

in brief This small group tour is specially designed for travelers with limited time in Turkey and no desire to take an overnight bus! The tour visits the main highlights of Turkey, but you don’t feel like you’re on a whirlwind group tour.

Flexible Itineraries

what’s included

what’s not included

special features

- All accommodation as per the itinerary; - Professional English speaking guide on tours; - Full day guided tours mentioned in the itinerary; - All flight tickets mentioned in the itinerary; - All transportation & transfers; - All meals mentioned in the itinerary; - All museum and entrance fees where necessary; - Wifi available at all our hotels; - All local taxes & no hidden costs!.

- International airfares & taxes; - Optional balloon flight over Cappadocia; - Visits and services not mentioned in program; - Travel insurance; - Personal expenses; - Gratuities to the guide and driver; - Visa fee.

- Small group tour (up to 18 passengers); - Can be extended or customized; - Can add balloon flight over Cappadocia; - Can add Gallipoli extension.

departure date Every Day. All Year Round.

* This tour is also offered as a private tour! Ask for details.

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prices For prices, please see price sheet attached. All tours can be customized to suit your needs. Please contact Turkey Travel Centre representative for more information.

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Aegean to Istanbul Tour 7 Days | Pamukkale - Ephesus - Pergamon - Troy - Gallipoli - Istanbul | Explore all major attractions on the Aegean coast of Turkey. Be inspired by the magnificent buildings of Istanbul left behind by the Ottoman and Byzantine empires. Tour the historical Gallipoli peninsula, the UNESCO site of Troy and visit the natural beauty landmark of Pamukkale. Also includes a full day at the Roman ruins of Ephesus.

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DAY 1 - Bodrum/Marmaris/Fethiye ins, beautifully located on a hill-top, demonstrate that the architects and or Gocek to Pamukkale - (D) Disembark from your cruise. Your driver will collect you from the port and in your own vehicle, drive you (4.5 hours) to Pamukkale. Free afternoon in Pamukkale. Overnight in Pamukkale.

DAY 2 - Pamukkale Tour - (B,L) Free morning. Join a tour group for lunch, and then tour the travertine pools of the white ‘Cotton Castle.’ Also visit the ruins at Hierapolis. Later, drive on to Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.

DAY 3 - Ephesus Tour - (B,L) Visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Then visit Ephesus Ancient City, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. Here you will explore the Agora, Odeon, Celsius Library, Hadrian Temple, Roman Baths, Grand Theatre & Marble Street. After a lunch break, visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she is thought to have spent her final years. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.

DAY 4 - Pergamon & Troy Tour (B,L) Drive north from Kusadasi, stopping at the beautiful ruins of Pergamon on the way. These stunning ru-

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sculptors of Pergamon were among the most talented in the Hellenistic world. Continue on to tour the ruins of the ancient cities of Troy. Overnight in Canakkale.

DAY 5 - Gallipoli Tour - (B,L) Today, tour the battlefields, memorials and museum of Gallipoli. Visit the Kabatepe War Museum, the intended landing place at Brighton Beach, and Anzac Cove where the Dawn Service is held each year. Also visit the NZ Memorial at Chunuk Bair, the Australian Memorial at Lone Pine, and the Turkish Memorial as well. Later, drive back to Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 6 - Old City Tour - (B,L) Visit Haghia Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace (harem not included). Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 7 - Istanbul - End - (B) Pick up from the hotel according to your flight schedule and transfer to the airport.

Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

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All tours can be customised to suit your needs. Please contact Turkey Travel Centre representative for more information.

in brief This tour is specially designed for travelers with limited time in Turkey and no desire to take an overnight bus! The tour visits the main highlights of Turkey, but you don’t feel like you’re on a whirlwind group tour.

Flexible Itineraries

what’s included

what’s not included

special features

- All accommodation as per the itinerary; - Professional English speaking guide on tours; - Full day guided tours mentioned in the itinerary; - All transportation & transfers; - All meals mentioned in the itinerary; - All museum and entrance fees where necessary; - Wifi available at all our hotels; - All local taxes & no hidden costs!

- International airfares & taxes; - Visits and services not mentioned in program; - Travel insurance; - Personal expenses; - Gratuities to the guide and driver; - Visa fee.

- Small group tour (up to 18 passengers); - Can be extended or customized. * This tour is also offered as a private tour! Ask for details.

departure date Every Day. All Year Round.

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prices For prices, please see price sheet attached. All tours can be customized to suit your needs. Please contact Turkey Travel Centre representative for more information.

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best of turkey tour 9 Days | Istanbul - Ephesus - Pamukkale - Cappadocia | Nine days to explore the best of Turkey’s main attractions and historical sites including the Roman ruins of Ephesus, the centre of old Constantinople, and the fairy chimney landscape of Cappadocia. Swim in the pool of Cleopatra at Pamukkale and enjoy the tranquillity of the house of the Virgin Mary.

tour itinerary

break, visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she is thought to have spent her final years. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.

DAY 1 - Arrival in Istanbul

DAY 5 - Pamukkale Tour - (B,L,D)

Pick up from the airport (or cruise port) and transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Morning drive to Pamukkale, then lunch. In the afternoon, tour the ‘Cotton Castle.’ Bring swimwear as you may have time to swim in the Antique Pool (extra fee applies.) Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its theatre and Necropolis. Overnight in Pamukkale.

DAY 2 - Old City Tour - (B,L) Visit Haghia Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace (harem not included). Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 6 - Pamukkale to Cappadocia by Flight (B)

DAY 3 - Bosphorus & Two Conti- Transfer to the airport for your mornnents Tour - (B,L) ing flight from Pamukkale to CapVisit the Spice Bazaar, enjoy the Bosphorus by Boat, Dolmabahce Palace, Bosphorus Bridge and Camlica Hill.

padocia (via Istanbul.) On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Free afternoon. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 7 - Cappadocia North Tour with DAY 4 - Ephesus Tour by Flight - Balloon Flight - (B,L) 05:00 Hot air balloon flight over Cap(B,L) Early morning airport transfer for your flight to Izmir. Then visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Then visit Ephesus Ancient City, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. Here you will explore the Agora, Odeon, Celsius Library, Hadrian Temple, Roman Baths, Grand Theatre & Marble Street. After a lunch

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padocia (optional - 150 Euro surcharge applies). Hotel pickup, then a quick snack and safety briefing. Watching the balloon inflate, then you’re off! Soaring over fairy chimneys, and dipping low to skim cave dwellings. This may be your favourite part of your Turkey trip - it will certainly be unforgettable. Celebrate a soft landing with a quick drink, and return to your hotel for breakfast around

8.30am. Full Day Cappadocia Tour (North). Visit Zelve open air museum, which once housed one of the largest communities in the region. Visit Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy-chimneys. Drive to Pasabag (Monks Valley) to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Visit Goreme Open-Air Museum and the natural Castle at Uchisar. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

DAY 8 - Cappadocia South Tour Istanbul - (B,L) Full Day Cappadocia Tour - (South). Visit Derinkuyu Underground City and the beautiful Valley of Ihlara, formerly known as Peristerema. Explore the famous rock-hewn churches and hike 4 km through the valley. On the way back, visit monasteries in Selime Village and a 13th century Caravansaray on the Silk Road. After the tour, transfer to airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 9 - Istanbul - Goodbye - (B) Pick up from the hotel according to your flight (or cruise) schedule and transfer to the airport (or cruise port).

Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

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in brief This tour is specially designed for travelers with limited time in Turkey and no desire to take an overnight bus! The tour visits the main highlights of Turkey, but you don’t feel like you’re on a whirlwind group tour.

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what’s included

what’s not included

special features

- All accommodation as per the itinerary; - Professional English speaking guide on tours; - Full day guided tours mentioned in the itinerary; - All flight tickets mentioned in the itinerary; - All transportation & transfers; - All meals mentioned in the itinerary; - All museum and entrance fees where necessary; - Wifi available at all our hotels; - All local taxes & no hidden costs!.

- International airfares & taxes; - Optional balloon flight over Cappadocia; - Visits and services not mentioned in program; - Travel Insurance; - Personal expenses; - Gratuities to the guide and driver; - Visa fee.

- Small group tour (up to 18 passengers); - Can be extended or customized; - Can add balloon flight over Cappadocia; - Can add Gallipoli extension.

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Exclusive Turkey Tour 9 Days | Istanbul - Ephesus - Pamukkale - Cappadocia | This tour aims to provide comfort and luxury while you visit the major attractions of Turkey. Explore the old part of Istanbul dating from the Ottoman and Byzantine empires. Also enjoy a sunrise hot air balloon trip in Cappadocia and the natural spa spring waters of stunning Pamukkale.

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ica Cistern and the Grand Bazaar. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 4 - Private Ephesus Tour - (B,L) DAY 1 - Arrival in Istanbul Pick up from the airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 2 - Private Old City Tour - (B,L) With your own private guide visit the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace (including the harem), and the Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 3 - Private Bosphorus & More - (B,L) With your own guide, visit the Spice Bazaar and then enjoy a 2-hour Bosphorus cruise. Take a leisurely lunch, then visit Haghia Sophia Museum, the Basil-

Early morning airport transfer for your flight to Izmir. Then visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Then visit Ephesus Ancient City, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. Here you will explore the Agora, Odeon, Celsius Library, Hadrian Temple, Roman Baths, Grand Theatre & Marble Street. After a lunch break, visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she is thought to have spent her final years. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.

DAY 5 - Private Pamukkale Tour (B,L,D) Morning drive to Pamukkale, then lunch. In the afternoon, tour the ‘Cotton Castle.’ Bring swimwear as you may have time to swim in the Antique Pool (included in price.) Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its theatre and Necropolis. Overnight in Pamukkale.

DAY 6 - Pamukkale to Cappadocia by Flight - (B) Morning flight from Pamukkale to Cappadocia (via Istanbul.) Free afternoon to soak up your wonderful hotel and the views form

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the terrace. Afternoon cooking class available - please ask. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

DAY 7 - Private Cappadocia North Tour with Balloon Flight - (B,L) 05:00 Hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia (deluxe balloon flight). Drive to the take-off site and have a quick snack and safety briefing while watching the balloon inflate. Then you’re off! Soaring over fairy chimneys, and dipping low to skim cave dwellings. This may be your favourite part of your Turkey trip - it will certainly be unforgettable. Celebrate a soft landing with a quick drink, and return to your hotel for breakfast around 8.30am. Full Day Cappadocia Tour - (North). Visit Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy-chimneys. Drive to Pasabag (Monks Valley) to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Visit Goreme Open-Air Museum and the natural Castle at Uchisar. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

DAY 8 - Private Cappadocia South Tour - Istanbul - (B,L) Full Day Cappadocia Tour - (South). Visit Derinkuyu Underground City and the beautiful Valley of Ihlara, formerly known as Peristerema. Explore the famous rock-hewn churches and hike 4 km through the valley. On the

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way back, visit monasteries in Selime Village and a 13th century Caravansaray on the Silk Road. After the tour, transfer to airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 9 - Istanbul - End - (B) Pick up from the hotel according to your flight schedule and transfer to the airport Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

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what’s included - All accommodation in luxury hotels, including the incomparable Museum Hotel in Cappadocia; - All flight tickets mentioned in the itinerary; - All transfers and transport mentioned, by private luxury vehicle; - All tours conducted with private guide, own vehicle and driver. 90 minute, deluxe hot air balloon flight; - All meals mentioned in the itinerary; - All museum and entrance fees where necessary; - All local taxes.

Every Day. All Year Round.

what’s not included

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- International airfares; - Drinks with meals; - Travel Insurance, visas or passports; - Tips & personal expenses.

For prices, please see price sheet attached. All tours can be customized to suit your needs. Please contact Turkey Travel Centre representative for more information.

special features - Featuring the incomparable Museum Hotel in Cappadocia and a longer hot air balloon flight with fewer people in the basket. - Enjoy luxury, hand-picked, boutique hotels. Includes your own private guides, drivers and luxury vehicles.

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Best of Plus Gallipoli Tour 11 Days | Istanbul - Gallipoli - Troy - Pergamon - Ephesus - Pamukkale - Cappadocia | Visit the historical Gallipoli peninsula and more on this 11 day organized tour. Be wowed at the lunar landscape and cave churches of Cappadocia. Enjoy the natural spa waters of the white cotton castle called Pamukkale and enjoy touring the ancient Roman ruins of Ephesus.

DAY 1 - Arrival in Istanbul Pick up from the airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 2 - Old City Tour - (B,L) Visit Haghia Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace (harem not included). Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 3 - Bosphorus & Two Continents Tour - (B,L) Enjoy the Bosphorus by boat. Visit the Spice Bazaar, Dolmabahce Palace, Bosphorus Bridge and Camlica Hill. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 4 - Gallipoli Tour - (B,L) Drive south to the Gallipoli Peninsula. Hear expert information from a local guide. Visit the Kabatepe War Museum, the intended landing place at Brighton Beach and Anzac Cove where the Dawn Service is held each year. Also visit the NZ Memorial at Chunuk Bair, the Australian Memorial at Lone Pine, and the Turkish Memorial as well. Overnight in Canakkale.

DAY 5 - Troy & Pergamon Tour (B,L) Morning tour of the ruins of the ancient

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cities of Troy. Lunch break. In the afternoon, drive to Kusadasi, stopping at the beautiful ruins of Pergamon on the way. These stunning ruins, beautifully located on a hill top, demonstrate that the architects and sculptors of Pergamon were among the most talented in the Hellenistic world. Overnight in Kusadasi.

DAY 6 - Ephesus Tour - (B,L) Visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Then visit Ephesus Ancient City, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. Here you will explore the Agora, Odeon, Celsius Library, Hadrian Temple, Roman Baths, Grand Theatre & Marble Street. After a lunch break, visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she is thought to have spent her final years. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.

DAY 7 - Pamukkale Tour - (B,L,D) Morning drive to Pamukkale, then lunch. In the afternoon, tour the ‘Cotton Castle.’ Bring swimwear as you may have time to swim in the Antique Pool (extra fee applies.) Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its theatre and Necropolis. Overnight in Pamukkale.

DAY 8 - Pamukkale to Cappadocia by Flight - (B) Transfer to the airport for your morn-

ing flight from Pamukkale to Cappadocia (via Istanbul.) On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Free afternoon. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

DAY 9 - Cappadocia North Tour with Balloon Flight - (B,L) 005:00 Hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia. (Optional; EUR150 surcharge applies). Hotel pickup, then a quick snack and safety briefing. Watching the balloon inflate, then you’re off! Soaring over fairy chimneys, and dipping low to skim cave dwellings. This may be your favourite part of your Turkey trip - it will certainly be unforgettable. Celebrate a soft landing with a quick drink, and return to your hotel for breakfast around 8.30am. Full Day Cappadocia Tour - (North). Visit Zelve open air museum, which once housed one of the largest communities in the region. Visit Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy-chimneys. Drive to Pasabag (Monks Valley) to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Visit Goreme Open-Air Museum and the natural Castle at Uchisar. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

DAY 10 - Cappadocia South Tour Istanbul - (B,L) Full Day Cappadocia Tour - (South). Visit Derinkuyu Underground City and the beautiful Valley of Ihlara, former-

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ly known as Peristerema. Explore the famous rock-hewn churches and hike 4 km through the valley. On the way back, visit monasteries in Selime Village and a 13th century Caravansaray on the Silk Road. After the tour, transfer to airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 11 - Istanbul - End - (B) Pick up from the hotel according to your flight schedule and transfer to the airport. Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

what’s included

special features

- All accommodation as per the itinerary; - Professional English speaking guide on tours; - All flight tickets mentioned in the itinerary; - All airport transfers mentioned in the itinerary; - All meals mentioned in the itinerary; - All museum and entrance fees where necessary; - All local taxes; - Wifi available at all our hotels.

Great for Australians and Kiwis. We can add days or tailor this one to your preference. Great hotel selection.

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- International airfares; - Drinks with meals; - Travel insurance, visas or passports; - Tips & personal expenses; - One hour hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia (150 Euros p.p. extra).

prices For prices, please see price sheet attached. All tours can be customized to suit your needs. Please contact Turkey Travel Centre representative for more information.

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Treasures of Turkey Tour 13 Days | Istanbul - Gallipoli - Troy - Pergamon - Ephesus -Pamukkale - Cappadocia | A tour aimed at providing comfortable travel and quality hotels. Itinerary visits Turkey’s main attractions including Gallipoli, the old part of Istanbul, and stunning Pamukkale, known as the Cotton Castle.

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Pick up from the airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

noon, drive to Kusadasi, stopping at the beautiful ruins of Pergamon on the way. These stunning ruins, beautifully located on a hill top, demonstrate that the architects and sculptors of Pergamon were among the most talented in the Hellenistic world. Overnight in Kusadasi.

DAY 2 - Old City Tour - (B,L)

DAY 6 - Ephesus Tour - (B,L)

Visit Haghia Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace (harem not included). Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Enjoy the Bosphorus by Boat. Visit the Spice Bazaar, Dolmabahce Palace, Bosphorus Bridge and Camlica Hill. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Then visit Ephesus Ancient City, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. Here you will explore the Agora, Odeon, Celsius Library, Hadrian Temple, Roman Baths, Grand Theatre & Marble Street. After a lunch break, visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she is thought to have spent her final years. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.

DAY 4 - Gallipoli Tour - (B,L)

DAY 7 - Pamukkale Tour - (B,L,D)

Drive south to the Gallipoli Peninsula. Hear expert information from a local guide. Visit the Kabatepe War Museum, the intended landing place at Brighton Beach and Anzac Cove where the Dawn Service is held each year. Also visit the NZ Memorial at Chunuk Bair, the Australian Memorial at Lone Pine, and the Turkish Memorial as well. Overnight in Canakkale.

Morning drive to Pamukkale, then lunch. In the afternoon, tour the ‘Cotton Castle.’ Bring swimwear as you may have time to swim in the Antique Pool (extra fee applies.) Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its theatre and Necropolis. Overnight in Pamukkale.

DAY 1 - Arrival in Istanbul

DAY 3 - Bosphorus & Two Continents Tour - (B,L)

DAY 5 - Troy & Pergamon Tour - (B,L) Morning tour of the ruins of the ancient cities of Troy. Lunch break. In the after-

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DAY 8 - Pamukkale to Cappadocia by Flight - (B) Transfer to the airport for your morning flight from Pamukkale to Cappadocia (via Istanbul.) On arrival, transfer to your

hotel. Free afternoon. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

DAY 9 - Cappadocia North Tour with Balloon Flight - (B,L) 05:00 Hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia. Hotel pickup, then a quick snack and safety briefing. Watching the balloon inflate, then you’re off! Soaring over fairy chimneys, and dipping low to skim cave dwellings. This may be your favourite part of your Turkey trip - it will certainly be unforgettable. Celebrate a soft landing with a quick drink, and return to your hotel for breakfast around 8.30am. Full Day Cappadocia Tour - (North) Visit Zelve open air museum, which once housed one of the largest communities in the region. Visit Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy-chimneys. Drive to Pasabag (Monks Valley) to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Visit Goreme Open-Air Museum and the natural Castle at Uchisar. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

DAY 10 - Cappadocia South Tour (B,L) Full Day Cappadocia Tour - (South). Visit Derinkuyu Underground City and the beautiful Valley of Ihlara, formerly known as Peristerema. Explore the famous rock-hewn churches and hike 4 km through the valley. On the way back, visit monasteries in Selime Vil-

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in brief This is a high quality tour. It uses high quality, boutique hotels, private car transfers and the best guides. It includes a hot air balloon flight from possibly the best balloon company in Cappadocia. You won’t be disappointed.

lage and a 13th century Caravansaray on the Silk Road. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

DAY 11 - Cappadocia to Istanbul (B,D) Morning flight back to Istanbul. Transfer to your hotel and 19:45 Pick up from your hotel for Turkish Night Show in Istanbul (dinner included). Watch a spectacular floor show of famous belly-dancers, traditional live Anatolian Folklore Groups featuring popular musical instruments and Turkish singers. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 12 - Free day - (B) Free day for wandering the streets of the Old City, getting lost in the Grand Bazaar or taking a leisurely Turkish bath in an historic hamam. Play backgammon and drink tea, or travel into the New City around Istiklal Street to experience Istanbul the way the locals do. Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 13 - Istanbul - End - (B) Pick up from the hotel according to your flight schedule and transfer to the airport.

Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

what’s included - All accommodation as per the itinerary; - Professional English speaking guide; - Full day tours mentioned in the itinerary; - All flight tickets mentioned in the itinerary; - All transportation & transfers; - All meals mentioned in the itinerary; - Balloon flight over Cappadocia; - Turkish night show & dinner; - All museum and entrance fees; - All local taxes; - Wifi available at all our hotels no hidden costs!

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special features - Private transfers; - Two full day tours and a half day free in Cappadocia, so you’re not rushed; - Includes 2 flights, so you gain a whole day and a half for additional sight seeing over the coach tours; - Can be extended with free days / add-ons.

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- International airfare & taxes; - Visits and services not mentioned in program; - Travel insurance; - Personal expenses; - Optional gratuities to the guide and driver; - Visa fee.

Every Day. All Year Round.

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Grand Turkey Tour 19 Days | Istanbul - Gallipoli - Pergamon - Ephesus - Pamukkale - Gulet Cruise (Marmaris Fethiye) - Kas - Antalya - Cappadocia | Cruise the Turkish Riviera and explore highlighted attractions on the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts as well as the central Anatolian region, known as the cradle between East and West. Enjoy hot air balloon trips, explore ancient ruins, and see the most amazing scenery, rarely featured in guidebooks about Turkey.

tour itinerary DAY 1 - Arrival in Istanbul Pick up from the airport (or port) and transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 2 - Old City Tour - (B,L) Visit Haghia Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace (harem not included). Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 3 - Bosphorus & Two Continents Tour - (B,L) Enjoy the Bosphorus by Boat. Visit the Spice Bazaar, Dolmabahce Palace, Bosphorus Bridge and Camlica Hill. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

DAY 4 - Free day - (B) Free day for wandering the streets of the Old City, getting lost in the Grand Bazaar or taking a leisurely Turkish bath in an historic hamam. Play backgammon and drink tea, or travel into the New City around Istiklal Street to experience Istanbul the way the locals do. Overnight

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in Istanbul.

DAY 8 - Pamukkale Tour - (B,L,D)

DAY 5 - Gallipoli Tour - (B,L)

Morning drive to Pamukkale, then lunch. In the afternoon, tour the ‘Cotton Castle.’ Bring swimwear as you may have time to swim in the Antique Pool (extra fee applies.) Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its theatre and Necropolis. Overnight in Pamukkale.

Drive south to the Gallipoli Peninsula. Hear expert information from a local guide. Visit the Kabatepe War Museum, the intended landing place at Brighton Beach and Anzac Cove where the Dawn Service is held each year. Also visit the NZ Memorial at Chunuk Bair, the Australian Memorial at Lone Pine, and the Turkish Memorial as well. Overnight in Canakkale.

DAY 6 - Troy & Pergamon Tour - (B,L) Morning tour of the ruins of the ancient cities of Troy. Lunch break. In the afternoon, drive to Kusadasi, stopping at the beautiful ruins of Pergamon on the way. These stunning ruins, beautifully located on a hill top, demonstrate that the architects and sculptors of Pergamon were among the most talented in the Hellenistic world. Overnight in Kusadasi.

DAY 7 - Ephesus Tour - (B,L) Visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Then visit Ephesus Ancient City, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. Here you will explore the Agora, Odeon, Celsius Library, Hadrian Temple, Roman Baths, Grand Theatre & Marble Street. After a lunch break, visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she is thought to have spent her final years. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.

DAY 9 - Pamukkale to Marmaris to Join Cruise - (B,D) Private car transfer for 3 hours to join your Blue Voyage mini cruise on a wooden gulet. Traditionally used for trawling and sponge fishing, the cruise boat has been refurbished for cruising. It has simple plumbing and small cabins, but ample deck space for sunbathing. Food is freshly prepared on board, and all you need to do is marvel at the blue of the Meditarranean, swim, snooze and snorkel. This is the BEST way to experience the Mediterranean. The boarding starts at 15:30 from Marmaris Harbour. Guests who arrive early may leave their luggage at our office. On the first day, the service starts on the boat with dinner and overnight stay in Marmaris Port. Marmaris which was built upon one of the antique Karian cities called Phyckos, has been under the rule of many different civilizations. The most valuable work of art that you can see today is Marmaris Castle dating from 1577. There is also a mosque

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in brief This tour is for discerning travellers with some time. The tour hits the highlights, including 3 night Med cruise on wooden sailboat, a stay in the gorgeous town of Kas and plenty of time in Cappadocia. This is one of our own, tailored itineraries - so you get all the convenience of a small group tour. Daily Guaranteed Departure! (Available between 26 April & 30 October). You can amend this itinerary as you wish. Number of participants is usually limited to 18 passengers. Having said this, we almost always upgrade the Old City tours to a private tour, given the importance of sites. We have about 12 people limit for Ephesus, Pamukkale and Cappadocia tours. Note that we mainly use Merdeces Sprinter or similar tour buses with our tours in Turkey, we never use public buses.

special features - Hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia; - High quality, boutique hotels; - Several private inter-city transfers with Mercedes or similar vehicle and own driver; - Domestic flights to save time; - Plenty of time in Cappadocia so you’re not rushed.

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and an 8-room caravansary covered with arches from the Ottoman Period. Overnight in Marmaris.

DAY 10 - Marmaris to Fethiye Gulet Cruise - Ekincik Gulf & Dalyan (B,L,D)

to relax and be rejuvenated. A fishing village called Dalyan will be our final destination after we return to our yacht by piyade boat. Dinner and overnight stay will be in the Gulf of Ekincik.

anchor at Tersane Island for dinner and overnight stay. This naturally protected harbour was used as the shipyard in Byzantine and Ottoman times.

Because of the wavy seas of Disibilmez and Kurtoglu that we have to cross, we will cruise earlier than the other days and reach the world-famous Fethiye Gulf. We will anchor at Adali Bay for breakfast. For lunch and a swimming break, we will go to Manastir Bay. This place is known as Cleopatra Bay or Sunken Bath Bay due to the beautiful underwater ruins of an old bath. We will

Disembark from your cruise late afternoon and take a private car transfer for 3.5 hours to the gorgeous little harbour town of Kas. Overnight in Kas.

DAY 12 - Marmaris to Fethiye Gulet DAY 11 - Marmaris to Fethiye Gulet Cruise - Kizil Island & Fethiye - (B,L) Cruise - Adali Bay - Manastir & Ter- After breakfast, we will cruise to Kizil IsAfter your breakfast, you will be inland for lunch and a swimming break. formed about the cruise itinerary and sane - (B,L,D) the boat. The cruise will move towards Ekincik Gulf. You may join our optional Dalyan Tour from here. You will be taken from your yacht by a small boat called piyade. You will arrive at Caretta-Caretta (turtle) Beach and take a swimming break here. You will enjoy the natural beauty of the delta as you cruise along the river. You will see the ancient Rock Tombs and finally arrive at mud baths

DAY 13 - Free Day in Kas - (B) Explore the local Roman amphitheatre and Lycian tombs. Perhaps even hike a short section of the Lycian Way? Overnight in Kas.

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Grand Turkey Tour DAY 14 - Kas to Antalya - (B) Free morning in Kas. Explore the local Roman amphitheatre and Lycian tombs. Perhaps even hike another short section of the Lycian Way. Afternoon transfer to Antalya by private car. Overnight in Antalya.

airport for your flight to Cappadocia (via Istanbul) and onward transfer to your cave hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia

Visit Goreme Open-Air Museum and the natural Castle at Uchisar. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

DAY 17 - Cappadocia North Tour with DAY 18 - Cappadocia South Tour - Istanbul - (B,L) Balloon Flight - (B,L) Full Day Cappadocia Tour - (South) Visit Derinkuyu Underground City and the beautiful Valley of Ihlara, formerly known as Peristerema. Explore the famous rock-hewn churches and hike 4 km through the valley. On the way back, visit monasteries in Selime Village and a 13th century Caravansaray on the Silk Road. After the tour, transfer to airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Check out of the hotel & transfer to the

05:00 Hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia Hotel pickup, then a quick snack and safety briefing. Watching the balloon inflate, then you’re off! Soaring over fairy chimneys, and dipping low to skim cave dwellings. This may be your favourite part of your Turkey trip - it will certainly be unforgettable. Celebrate a soft landing with a quick drink, and return to your hotel for breakfast around 8.30am. Full Day Cappadocia Tour - (North). Visit Zelve open air museum, which once housed one of the largest communities in the region. Visit Devrent Valley to see the unique fairy-chimneys. Drive to Pasabag (Monks Valley) to see the most interesting mushroom-shaped pinnacles.

what’s included

what’s not included

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- All accommodation as per itinerary; - Professional English speaking guide on day tours; - Full day guided tours; - All flight tickets mentioned in the itinerary; - All transportation & transfers; - All meals mentioned in the itinerary; - All museum and entrance fees; - Gulet cruise as per the itinerary; - Hot air balloon in Cappadocia; - Wifi available at all our hotels; - No hidden costs!

- International airfares & taxes; - Travel insurance; - Personal expenses; - Optional gratuities to guide and driver; - Visa fee.

Every Day. All Year Round.

DAY 15 - Aspendos, Perge & Side Tour - (B,L) Full Guided tour of the ancient cities around Antalya. In Perge, See the Stadium (seating 12,000), Bath and Colonnaded Street. In Aspendos, you can see the 2nd century AD Roman theatre, seating capacity 15,000. At the pretty site of Side, see the Apollo Temple, ancient ruins and two sandy beaches. Later, visit Kursunlu waterfall. Overnight in Antalya.

DAY 16 - Antalya to Cappadocia - (B)

DAY 19 - Istanbul - End - (B) Pick up from the hotel according to your flight schedule and transfer to the airport. Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

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English

Turkish

Pronunciation

Hello

Merhaba

mehr-hah-bah

Good morning

Günaydın

gew-naye-dun

Good evening

İyi akşamlar

ee ahk-shahm-lahr

* This is used from late afternoon onwards, and can be used as a greeting and farewell Good day

İyi günler

ee guhn-lehr

* This can be used morning or early afternoon and can be a greeting or a farewell Goodbye

Hoşça kalın

hosh-cha kaluhn

* This can be used at any time for farewell Pleased to meet you

Memnun oldum

mem-noon oll-doom

Pleased to meet you too

Ben de memnun oldum

deb-deh mem-noon oll-doom

Yes

Evet

eh-vet

No

Hayır

hah-yuhr

Please

Lütfen

lewt-fehn

Ok

Tamam

tuhm-umm

Thank you

Teşekkürler

te-shek-kewr-lehr

You are welcome

Bir şey değil

beer-shey deh-eel

Excuse me

Pardon

puhr-dohn

What?

Ne?

neh

Help!

İmdat!

im-duht

When?

Ne zaman?

neh-zah-mahn

I don´t understand

Anlamadım

an-la-ma-duhm

Very

Çok

chok

Very nice / very lovely

Çok güzel

chok gooz-el

Restaurant

Lokanta

lo-can-tah

useful words and phrases We’ve created a short list of important Turkish phrases and words for daily use. This quick guide will be handy, especially when you are dining at non-touristy restaurants where the waiters don’t speak English. Turks are also extremely friendly so you will hear the daily greetings and pleasantries as you go about your holiday. Learning a few words such as “hello” and “thank you” will make the locals very happy. Go on try it…!

* Traditional Turkish restaurants may be called restaurant or, in some cases, lokanta Menu please

Menü ütfen

men-oo lewt-fen

Price list

Fiyat listesi

fee-yot lis-tesi

* It is always good to ask for a price list first. If they do not have one be wary. Waiter! Excuse me!

Garson! Bakar mısınız?

bakar-muh-suhn-uhz

Cheers! / Good health!

Şerefe!

sher-ef-eh

I am allergic to …

Benim alerjim var …

be-neem alar-jim var …

Wine list please

Şarap listesi lütfen

shah-rap lis-tesi lewt-fen

Two beers

İki bira

ee-kee beer-ah

White wine

Beyaz şarap

bey-az shah-rap

Red wine

Kırmızı şarap

kur-muh-zuh shah-rap

Tea

Çay

chy

Coffee

Kahve

kah-vey

The bill

Hesap

hes-up

That´s enough

Yeter

yeht-uhr

* This word is useful in a restaurant because the waiter may bring out a variety of mezes (starters) when you have not ordered any. It is custom to choose what you want and send the rest back by saying “yeter”.

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MINI GULET CRUISE 4 Days | Marmaris - Dalyan - Manastir - Fethiye | Explore the best of the Turkish Riviera on a 4-day cruise from Marmaris to Fethiye. Marvel at the Lycian rock tombs before taking a traditional mud bath in Dalyan. Swim in secluded bays, sunbathe onboard as the boat sails or snorkel to glimpse the underwater life. The choice is yours but we guarantee this cruise is relaxation in style.

tour itinerary

DAY 1 - Join the Cruise in Marmaris - (D) Traditionally used for trawling and sponge fishing, the cruise boat has been refurbished for cruising. It has simple plumbing and small cabins, but ample deck space for sunbathing. Food is freshly prepared on board, and all you need to do is marvel at the blue of the Meditarranean, swim, snooze and snorkel. This is the BEST way to experience the Mediterranean. The boarding starts at 15:30 from Marmaris Harbour. Guests who arrive early may leave their luggage at our office. On the first day, the service starts on the boat with dinner and overnight stay in Marmaris Port. Marmaris which was built upon one of the antique Karian cities called Phyckos, has been under the rule of many different civilizations. The most valuable work of art that you can see today is Marmaris Castle dating from 1577. There is also a mosque and an 8-room caravansary covered with arches from the Ottoman Period. Overnight in Marmaris

DAY 2 - Marmaris to Fethiye Gulet

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sane Island for dinner and overnight

Cruise - Ekincik Gulf & Dalyan - stay. This naturally protected harbour was used as the shipyard in Byzan(B,L,D) After your breakfast, you will be informed about the cruise itinerary and the boat. The cruise will move towards Ekincik Gulf. You may join our optional Dalyan Tour from here. You will be taken from your yacht by a small boat called piyade. You will arrive at Caretta-Caretta (turtle) Beach and take a swimming break here. You will enjoy the natural beauty of the delta as you cruise along the river. You will see the ancient Rock Tombs and finally arrive at mud baths to relax and be rejuvenated. A fishing village called Dalyan will be our final destination after we return to our yacht by piyade boat. Dinner and overnight stay will be in the Gulf of Ekincik.

tine and Ottoman times.

DAY 4 - Marmaris to Fethiye Gulet Cruise - Kizil Island & Fethiye - (B,L) After breakfast, we will cruise to Kizil Island for lunch and a swimming break. Disembark from your cruise late afternoon.

DAY 3 - Marmaris to Fethiye Gulet Cruise - Adali Bay - Manastir & Tersane - (B,L,D) Because of the wavy seas of Disibilmez and Kurtoglu that we have to cross, we will cruise earlier than the other days and reach the world-famous Fethiye Gulf. We will anchor at Adali Bay for breakfast. For lunch and a swimming break, we will go to Manastir Bay. This place is known as Cleopatra Bay or Sunken Bath Bay due to the beautiful underwater ruins of an old bath. We will anchor at Ter-

Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

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what’s included

departure dates

special features

- Full board accommodation: breakfast, lunch - afternoon tea - coffee, cookies and dinner included. - All charter & berth taxes, harbour & port procedures. - Transit log & related formalities for the shipping agents. - Mooring expenses. - Crew service. - Ship water. - Diesel & gasoline expenses. - Clean bed linen and bath towels on arrival (beach towels are not provided). - Use of equipment on board. (Flippers, snorkel and fishing tackle etc.) - Yacht insurance (We advise you to take out your own individual travel insurance). - V.A.T.

Guaranteed departure days: every Monday and Saturday May and October.

Anyone who is looking for a thrill filled summer vacation and exploring the Turkish coast line can go in for Gulet cruising. Gulet cruising is meant for the independent travelers who want to explore the deserted bays.Turkey is a sailing paradise and the ones who love sailing can head towards Blue Cruise Voyage.

what’s not included

prices For prices, please see price sheet attached. - Single supplement is 60%. - No child discount is available in any itinerary. - No children under the age of 12 are allowed. - Reduction for 3rd person in triple cabin is 40%.

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BODRUM GOKOVA CRUISE 8 Days | Bodrum - Gokova - Bodrum | Starting from the home of the Turkish Riviera, this 8-day cruise onboard a traditional gulet boat is all about relaxing, swimming and seeing the most beautiful sights of the coastline. Explore local fishing villages, seek out the Byzantine ruins, and get off the beaten track.

tour itinerary DAY 1 - Bodrum - (D) Boarding starts at 15:30 from Bodrum Harbour. Guests who arrive early can leave their luggage at our office. On the first day, our boat will be anchored in Bodrum Port for dinner and overnight stay. Bodrum has a history that goes back to the 12th century B.C. The city which was called ‘Halicarnassus’ was the birthplace of Herodotus; the ‘Father of History’ who lived in the 5th century B.C. The ‘Mausoleum’ of King Mausolus (350 B.C.) one of the Seven Wonders of the World is in this city. The only structure that survived from the Classical Era is the Amphitheatre. It is one of the oldest theatres in Anatolia with a capacity of 13.000 guests and it is still hosting many shows and concerts for the art-lovers of Bodrum. Another place that you should visit when you arrive in Bodrum is the landmark of the city, the ‘Castle of Saint Peter’. It is one of the best preserved pieces of architecture with a history dating back to the Middle Ages. ‘Myndos Gate’ through which Alexander the Great entered Halicarnassus isanother place that you should not miss to visit.

DAY 2 - Orak Island - Cokertme (B,L,D)

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After your breakfast, you will be informed about the cruise itinerary and the boat. Then we will cruise to Orak Island. Here you will have the opportunity of swimming in the crystal-blue waters of Orak Island and enjoying lunch, we will then sail to Cokertme, a small and picturesque fishing town, for dinner and overnight stay. If the weather conditions permit, it may be possible to use the sail on the way. Guests are welcome to take a short walk on the shore.

enough to anchor for the boats.

DAY 4 - Leopatra (Sedir) Island - Karacasogut - (B,L,D) We will cruise to Sedir (Cedrae) Island. This unique island with its small beach and unbelievable clear water is like an open-air museum. Then our boat will sail to Karacasogut village for dinner and spend the night there. This lovely village is located at 25 km away from Marmaris. Therefore, it is possible to visit Marmaris via ‘dolmus’(mini buses) if you want. We also have an optional tour to Dalyan - Caunos.

DAY 3 - Seven Islands - Kufre - Uzun Liman (Long Port) - English Harbour DAY 5 - Longoz - Tuzla - (B,L,D) - (B,L,D) Morning swimming will soon become Before breakfast in the early morning, we will cruise to Seven Islands. You will experience another excellent day in the Seven Islands Region. In this region which is full of many small islands and coral reef; it is recommended that you should dive, swim, sleep and rest. Our guests can also enjoy a walk in the forests which are filled with pine trees. Our first stop in Seven Islands Region will be Kufre Bay. Then we will be anchoring at Uzun Liman (Long Port). Afterwards we will cruise to English Port for dinner and an overnight stay. The name English Port comes from the time of 2nd World War as the ships of British Navy forces used to dock here. In this area, there are so many small and large bays which are suitable and sheltered

a part of your daily activities. For lunch, our captain will cruise to Longoz Bay; another place which is like paradise, sheltered with huge pine forests. After lunch, you can enjoy a short walk in the forest and take a rest in Ali Baba’s local shed-like cafe. Afterwards the gulet will be anchoring at Tuzla Bay to enjoy a swimming break in the turquoise-blue waters. Dinner and overnight stay at Tuzla.

DAY 6 - Kargili - Kisebuku (Alakisla Buku) - (B,L,D) We will be in Kargili Bay (Molla İbrahim Bay) early in the morning. After lunch, we will be anchoring at Kisebuku (Alakisla Buku).You can see the ruins of

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Byzantines. We will spend the night in this lovely bay.

DAY 7 - Abucburnu - Yaliciftlik - Bodrum - (B,L,D) We will sail to Pabucburnu after breakfast and enjoy lunch here. Tea will be served in Yaliciftlik Bay. An optional village tour can be arranged from this bay for those guests wishing to experience local life. Then our boat will cruise back to Bodrum Port for the last day’s dinner and overnight stay. The guests will leave the boat with precious memories by 10:30 after breakfast. Depending on sea and weather conditions, we reserve the right to make necessary changes to the tour itinerary to ensure the safety and comfort of our guests. Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

what’s included

special features

- Full board accommodation: breakfast, lunch - afternoon tea - coffee, cookies and dinner. - All charter & berth taxes, harbour & port procedures. - Transit log & related formalities for the shipping agents. - Mooring expenses. - Crew service. - Ship water. - Diesel & gasoline expenses. - Clean bed linen and bath towels on arrival (Beach towels are not provided). - Use of equipment on board. (Flippers, snorkel and fishing tackle etc.) - Yacht insurance (We advise you to take out your own individual travel insurance). - V.A.T.

Anyone who is looking for a thrill filled summer vacation and exploring the Turkish coast line can go in for Gulet cruising. Gulet cruising is meant for the independent travelers who want to explore the deserted bays.Turkey is a sailing paradise and the ones who love sailing can head towards Blue Cruise Voyage.

what’s not included

prices

- Alcoholic & non alcoholic beverages including bottled water. These can be purchased from the bar on board. - Optional land tours and entrance fees to historical places and museums. - Individual customs on arrival and departure in Turkey & also Greece. - Airport transfers.

For prices, please see price sheet attached. - Single supplement is 60%. - No child discount is available in any itinerary. - No children under the age of 12 are allowed. - Reduction for 3rd person in triple cabin is 40%

departure dates Guaranteed departure days: every Saturday, Sunday & Monday between May and October.

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bodrum mykonos CRUISE 8 Days | Bodrum - Kos - Levita - Amorgos - Santorini - Ios - Paros - Naxos - Mykonos | Starting in the home of the Turkish Riviera (Bodrum), this cruise then continues a leisurely course to well-known Greek Islands such as Santorini, Kos and Naxos. Enjoy life on-board a traditional Turkish gulet boat as your captain and crew, look after your every need.

tour itinerary

DAY 1 - Bodrum - (D)

Welcome to Bodrum, Turkey! Jump on board to meet your captain, crew and fellow travellers. After meeting with your tour leader in the afternoon, we’ll start to explore the famous night life of Bodrum with our new travel mates.

DAY 2 - Bodrum - Kos (Cos) - (B,L,D) After the customs formalities are completed,we will cruise to Kos Island. You may take a quick swim in Lambi Beach which is very close to Kos Harbour.Dinner and overnight will be at Kos Harbour.

DAY 3 - Levita or Amorgos or Astypalea - (B,L,D) Early morning we pull anchor and start the sail to Levita or Amorgos or Astypalea. Depending on the weather conditions we may sail to Levita or Astypalea instead of Amorgos. Amorgos is one of the popular islands in Greece with white houses, crystal clear water and a peaceful atmosphere. . In the evening you will have free time to visit the island on your own.

DAY 4 - Levita or Amorgos or Astypalea - Santorini - (B,L,D) As the sun comes up we head for themagic summer madness of Santorini. It has been said that the sunsets in Santorini are the best in the world. Today you will have free time

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to explore the island.

DAY 5 - Santorini - Ios - (B,L,D) Early this morning we pull anchor and start the sail to Ios. During the navigation after having spent the time listening to music and having meals on board , we stop at an ideal swimming spot on the way to Ios. Overnight will be in Ios Island.

DAY 6 - Ios – Paros - Naxos - (B,L,D) We depart Ios to go to Naxos. On the way we stop for a swimming break in Paros. Then we sail to Naxos. After the orientation walk in this impressive island you will have more free time to explore the town and to swim. Overnight will be at Naxos Harbour.

DAY 7 - Naxos – Mykonos - (B,L,D) Departing from Naxos in the small hours of the morning we head for Mykonos. It is no coincidence that this, the most cosmopolitan of all Greek islands, attracts so many visitors from the entire globe. Mykonos is spread out over a flat area, and the whitewashed streets stand as brilliant white cubic houses with stepped walls for sitting on. Overnight will be at Mykonos Harbour.

DAY 8 - Mykonos - (B) The guests will leave the boat with precious memories by 10:30 after breakfast. Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

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in brief This cruise includes 7 nights Med cruise on wooden sailboat. A great way to explore Mediterranean.

Flexible Itineraries

special features

what’s included

departure dates

Anyone who is looking for a thrill filled summer vacation and exploring the Turkish coast line can go in for Gulet cruising. Gulet cruising is meant for the independent travelers who want to explore the deserted bays. Turkey is a sailing paradise.

- Full board accommodation: breakfast, lunch - afternoon tea - coffee, cookies and dinner. - All charter & berth taxes, harbour & port procedures. - Transit log & related formalities for the shipping agents. - Mooring expenses. - Crew service. - Ship water. - Diesel & gasoline expenses. - Clean bed linen and bath towels on arrival (Beach towels are not provided). - Use of equipment on board. (Flippers, snorkel and fishing tackle etc.) - Yacht insurance (We advise you to take out your own individual travel insurance). - V.A.T.

Guaranteed departure day: Sunday Departure dates: June 01st - 29th / July 13th – 27th / August 10th 24th / September 7th.

what’s not included - Alcoholic & non alcoholic beverages including bottled water. These can be purchased from the bar on board. - Optional land tours and entrance fees to historical places and museums. - Individual customs on arrival and departure in Turkey & also Greece. - Airport transfers.

prices For prices, please see price sheet attached. - Single supplement is 60%. - No child discount is available in any itinerary. - No children under the age of 12 are allowed. - Reduction for 3rd person in triple cabin is 40%

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marmaris fethiye CRUISE 8 Days | Marmaris - Fethiye - Marmaris | Imagine an eight day sailing holiday, on board a traditional gulet boat, that will take you to the best sites of the Turkish Mediterranean coast. Cruising between Fethiye and Marmaris, this route visits Kumlukbay and Cennet island, among many other places.

tour itinerary DAY 1 - Marmaris(D) The boarding starts at 15:30 from Marmaris Harbour. Guests who arrive early may leave their luggage at our office. On the first day, the service starts on the boat with dinner and overnight stay in Marmaris Port. Marmaris which was built upon one of the antique Karian cities called Phyckos, has been under the rule of many different civilizations. The most valuable work of art that you can see today is Marmaris Castle dating from 1577. There is also a mosque and an 8-room caravansary covered with arches from the Ottoman Period. The ruins of the Antique times lie on Asar Hill; a small, low hill located on the northern side of the city. Being one of the best-known touristic places of Turkey, Marmaris has also a large marina.

DAY 2 - Ekincik gulf - Dalyan (B,L,D) After your breakfast, you will be informed about the cruise itinerary and the boat. The cruise will move towards Ekincik Gulf. You may join our optional Dalyan Tour from here. You will be taken from your yacht by a small boat called piyade. You will arrive at Caretta-Caretta (turtle) Beach and take a

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swimming break here. You will enjoy the natural beauty of the delta as you cruise along the river. You will see the ancient Rock Tombs and finally arrive at mud baths to relax and be rejuvenated. A fishing village called Dalyan will be our final destination after we return to our yacht by piyade boat. Dinner and overnight stay will be in the Gulf of Ekincik.

DAY 3 - Adali Bay - Manastir - Tersane Island (B,L,D) Because of the wavy seas of Disibilmez and Kurtoglu that we have to cross, we will cruise earlier than the other days and reach the world-famous Fethiye Gulf. We will anchor at Adali Bay for breakfast. For lunch and a swimming break, we will go to Manastir Bay. This place is known as Cleopatra Bay or Sunken Bath Bay due to the beautiful underwater ruins of an old bath. We will anchor at Tersane Island for dinner and overnight stay. This naturally protected harbour was used as the shipyard in Byzantine and Ottoman times.

leave the boat here. Dinner and an overnight stay will be in Fethiye Harbour.

DAY 5 - Fethiye - Oludeniz (Dead Sea) - Gemiler Island (B,L,D) The new guests for Mini Cruise must embark the boat before 10:30 a.m. from Fethiye Harbour. We will start our cruise to Oludeniz. Our yacht will be anchored in Oludeniz for lunch and a swimming break. The next stop will be Gemiler Island. It is recommended to have an early evening walk on Gemiler Island and pay a visit to the Church of St. Nicholas, located at the top of the island, which remains from Byzantine times. Dinner and an overnight stay will be in the Gemiler Strait.

DAY 6 - Gocek Gulf (Yassica Island Domuz Island - Aga Limani) (B,L,D) While moving through uniquely beautiful islands, we finally anchor at Yassica Island. Afterwards, we will go to Domuz Island for a swim and anchor at Aga Limani Bay for dinner and an overnight stay.

DAY 7 - Kumlubuku - Cennet Island DAY 4 - Kizil Island - Fethiye (B,L,D) - Marmaris (B,L,D) After breakfast, we will cruise to Kizil Island for lunch and a swimming break. On the fourth day of our cruise, we will arrive in Fethiye Harbour around 16:00 p.m. The guests who joined for ‘Mini Cruise’ should

Today, we will cruise to Kumlubuk Bay early in the morning. Breakfast will be served in Kumlubuk Bay. We will anchor at Cennet Island for our last swimming break and lunch. We

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in brief This cruise includes 7 nights Med cruise on wooden sailboat. A great way to explore Mediterranean.

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will enter Marmaris Harbour by 16:00 p.m. Overnight stay will be in Marmaris. Guests wishing to see more of Marmaris are recommended to go to the city centre and experience the lively night life.

DAY 8 - Marmaris (B) The guests will leave the boat with precious memories by 10:30 after breakfast. Depending on sea and weather conditions, we reserve the right to make necessary changes to the tour itinerary to ensure the safety and comfort of our guests

Legend: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.

what’s included

special features

- Full Board accommodation: Breakfast, lunch - afternoon tea - coffee, cookies and dinner. - All charter & berth taxes, Harbour & Port procedures. - Transit log & related formalities for the shipping agents. - Mooring expenses. - Crew service. - Ship water. - Diesel & Gasoline expenses. - Clean bed linen and bath towels on arrival (Beach towels are not provided). - Use of equipment on board. (Flippers, snorkel and fishing tackle etc.) - Yacht insurance (We advise you to take out your own individual travel insurance). - V.A.T.

Anyone who is looking for a thrill filled summer vacation and exploring the Turkish coast line can go in for Gulet cruising. Gulet cruising is meant for the independent travelers who want to explore the deserted bays.Turkey is a sailing paradise and the ones who love sailing can head towards Blue Cruise Voyage.

what’s not included

prices

- Alcoholic & non alcoholic beverages including bottled water. These can be purchased from the bar on board. - Optional land tours and entrance fees to historical places and museums. - Individual customs on arrival and departure in Turkey & also Greece. - Airport Transfers.

For prices, please see price sheet attached. - Single supplement is 60%. - No child discount is available in any itinerary. - No children under the age of 12 are allowed. - Reduction for 3rd person in triple cabin is 40%

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