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DAY 1: ISTANBUL
Friday. Welcome to Turkey! Upon arrival make your own way to your hotel in Istanbul by metro train, Havas airport bus or taxi. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Istanbul, it's a compact city and very easy to get around. You'll find most of the main tourist attractions in Sultanhamet within walking distance or a short metro ride from our hotel. If you get time check out the beautiful Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia and Topkapi Palace or if a little retail therapy appeals, head to the Grand Bazaar. Overnight Istanbul |
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DAY 2: ISTANBUL
Breakfast. Early this morning departure to Gallipoli. Along the way we will stop for a meal break and a chance to stock up on supplies and rations to see you through the night and the following day. Arriving at the Dawn Service site by 1pm, the afternoon is free for you to explore the many memorials, battlefields and trenches. Now is the ideal time to sort a vantage spot on the grass or tiered seating, then take in the loaded atmosphere as the legendary wait for first light commences. Overnight Dawn Service Site - Gallipoli
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DAY 3: GALLIPOLI
Awake before sunrise to the Anzac Dawn service and commemorate our fallen fore fathers on this special day. The Gallipoli battlefields are well sign posted so you can walk amidst the various cemeteries, trenches and memorials on your way to Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair to attend the Australian, Turkish and New Zealand memorial services. Late afternoon we head to the small town of Ayvalik for dinner and some well deserved sleep. Overnight Ayvalik |
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DAY 4: PERGAMUM AND KUSADASI
Breakfast. This morning we head south along the Aegean Coast to the ancient city of Pergamum where you'll enjoy a guided tour of the stunning Roman ruins (entrance fees not included) before we travel on to the pretty coastal town of Kusadasi. Overnight Kusadasi. |
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DAY 5: EPHESUS
Breakfast. Today there is an optional guided tour of the legendary Roman ruins of Ephesus, the former capital of Roman Asia and best preserved ancient city in Turkey. Also view one of the Seven Ancient Wonders, the great Temple of Artemis. Spend the afternoon at leisure, exploring Kusadasi or if Mother Nature is being kind, enjoy some sunshine on the beach. Overnight Kusadasi. |
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DAY 6: PAMMUKALE
Breakfast. After checking out some Turkish handicrafts, we drive east and arrive at Pammukale, home of the amazing calcium terraces and Roman Hierapolis where you can opt for a dip in the therapeutic hot springs.
Overnight Pammukale. |
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DAY 7: THE SILK TRADE ROUTE
Breakfast. We follow an ancient silk trade route today, across the Anatolian Plain, visiting Sultanhani caravanserais and Obruk en route to the bizarre but beautiful Cappadocia, one of Turkey's most amazing attractions. Overnight Cappadocia. |
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DAY 8: CAPPADOCIA
Breakfast. This morning you can take to the skies on our optional hot air balloon over the stunning scenery of Cappadocia. You'll be back in time to take the optional tour of southern Cappadocia where you can explore the surreal landscape surrounded by thousands of fairy chimneys, amazing underground cities, subterranean churches and spectacular coloured valleys. This evening there is an optional Turkish Folklore evening which includes entertainment and as much food and drink as you can tackle! Overnight Cappadocia.
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DAY 9: ISTANBUL
Breakfast. Early morning start today as we head back to Istanbul, via Ankara, the nation's Capital. You will have time to visit the Mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk and discover what happened to the Turkish nation after the ANZACs left. Upon late evening arrival at IStanbul your tour concludes and sadly it is time to say good bye to new friends.
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