Aegean Explorer - 8 Days
Kicking off in the powerhouse of the Ottoman empire, discover exciting Istanbul, embrace Gallipoli, impressive Roman ruins, the Aegean Coast and Pamukkale's beautiful cascading mineral pools.
Saturday. Welcome to Turkey! Arrive Istanbul and transfer to hotel in Sultanahmet. Rest of day free.
Overnight - Istanbul
Istanbul. Guided tour of the city that spans Europe and Asia. Tour the Hippodrome area, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Underground Cistern and more.
Overnight - Istanbul (B)
Aegean Explorer - 8 Days Go Guide : :Check out the go guide for details of the tour, info on visas, climate, money, what to bring and more!
Day 3: Gallipoli
Istanbul – Gallipoli. Our first destination is Gallipoli where we’ll enjoy a guided tour of the historical battlefields, taking in Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, Turkish memorials, trenches and of course – ANZAC Cove. Overnight - Gallipoli region (B, D)
Day 4: Troy & Kusadasi
Gallipoli – Kusadasi. Heading south, we enjoy a guided tour of Homer’s Troy, famed for the Trojan wooden horse and fabled Helen. Continuing to ancient Pergamum, we tour the impressive temple ruins, library and medical facilities. En route to the coastal resort of Kusadasi, we visit a leather manufacturer.
Overnight - Kusadasi (B, D)
Today, we embark upon a guided exploration of the Roman ruins of legendary Ephesus, once the capital of Asia Minor. We also visit a carpet manufacturing house.
Overnight - Kusadasi (B, D)
Kusadasi – Pamukkale – Istanbul. Leaving Kusadasi, we drive east to Pamukkale - site of the stunning terraced mineral pools and Roman Hierapolis, where we can opt to bathe in the thermal waters. Bidding farewell to our guide, we return to Istanbul by comfortable overnight (public or private) bus. Should the long term rail upgrade of the line be complete our journey will be taken by overnight train - Pullman recliner seat. Overnight - Train (Pullman recliner seats) OR Bus (B)
Meeting our representative upon arrival to Istanbul, we transfer back to the hotel, then the rest of the day is yours to explore Istanbul. Consider a visit to the legendary, if cavernous Grand Bazaar. Just the ticket for souvenir, clothing and handbag purchases!
Overnight - Istanbul
Saturday. After breakfast tour ends and hotel check out at noon.
(B)
Note: Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays, whilst the Hagia Sofia is closed on Mondays. Please consider this when booking. Grand Bazaar and Egyptian Spice Market are both closed on Sundays.
Prices & Departure Dates
Prices shown are per person travelling. 'Twin/Double' prices per person apply when there are 2 people travelling, sharing a room. The 'Single supplement' applies for single travellers who require their own room and needs to be added to the 'Twin/Double' price. If you are happy to be paired up with another single traveller of the same sex on your tour, this can be arranged, thus avoiding the single person supplement.
All our scheduled tour departures are guaranteed subject to a minimum of 2 travellers. To date we have not cancelled a single trip!
2010 |
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| 20 MAR - 27 MAR |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 27 MAR - 03 APR |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 03 APR - 10 APR |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 10 APR - 17 APR |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 08 MAY - 15 MAY |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 22 MAY - 29 MAY |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 29 MAY - 05 JUN |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 05 JUN - 12 JUN |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 12 JUN - 19 JUN |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 19 JUN - 26 JUN |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 26 JUN - 03 JUL |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 03 JUL - 10 JUL |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 10 JUL - 17 JUL |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 17 JUL - 24 JUL |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 24 JUL - 31 JUL |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 31 JUL - 07 AUG |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 07 AUG - 14 AUG |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 14 AUG - 21 AUG |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 21 AUG - 28 AUG |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 28 AUG - 04 SEP |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 04 SEP - 11 SEP |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 11 SEP - 18 SEP |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 18 SEP - 25 SEP |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 25 SEP - 02 OCT |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 02 OCT - 09 OCT |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 09 OCT - 16 OCT |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 16 OCT - 23 OCT |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 23 OCT - 30 OCT |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 06 NOV - 13 NOV |
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USD $1,199 |
USD $399 |
| 20 NOV - 27 NOV |
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USD $1,199 |
USD $399 |
| 04 DEC - 11 DEC |
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USD $999 |
USD $399 |
| 25 DEC - 01 JAN |
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USD $1,199 |
USD $399 |
2011 |
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| 08 JAN - 15 JAN |
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USD $999 |
USD $399 |
| 22 JAN - 29 JAN |
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USD $999 |
USD $399 |
| 05 FEB - 12 FEB |
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USD $999 |
USD $399 |
| 19 FEB - 26 FEB |
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USD $999 |
USD $399 |
| 05 MAR - 12 MAR |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 19 MAR - 26 MAR |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 09 APR - 16 APR |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 16 APR - 23 APR |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 30 APR - 07 MAY |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 14 MAY - 21 MAY |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 21 MAY - 28 MAY |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 28 MAY - 04 JUN |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 04 JUN - 11 JUN |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 11 JUN - 18 JUN |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 18 JUN - 25 JUN |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 25 JUN - 02 JUL |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 02 JUL - 09 JUL |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 09 JUL - 16 JUL |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 16 JUL - 23 JUL |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 23 JUL - 30 JUL |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 30 JUL - 06 AUG |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 06 AUG - 13 AUG |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 13 AUG - 20 AUG |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 20 AUG - 27 AUG |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 27 AUG - 03 SEP |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 03 SEP - 10 SEP |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 10 SEP - 17 SEP |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 17 SEP - 24 SEP |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 24 SEP - 01 OCT |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 01 OCT - 08 OCT |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 08 OCT - 15 OCT |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 15 OCT - 22 OCT |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 22 OCT - 29 OCT |
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USD $1,149 |
USD $399 |
| 05 NOV - 12 NOV |
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USD $1,199 |
USD $399 |
| 19 NOV - 26 NOV |
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USD $1,199 |
USD $399 |
| 03 DEC - 10 DEC |
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USD $999 |
USD $399 |
| 24 DEC - 31 DEC |
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USD $1,199 |
USD $399 |
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| Pre-Tour Accommodation |
USD $79 |
USD $50 |
| Post-Tour Accommodation |
USD $79 |
USD $50 |
Aegean Explorer - 8 Days Go Guide : :Check out the go guide for details of the tour, info on visas, climate, money, what to bring and more!
Experiences
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| Shop til you drop and experience a myriad of different sights, sounds and souvenirs in bustling bazaars around the world. Soak up the atmosphere in the souks of Marrakech, barter for bargains at the ginormous Grand Bazaar in Istanbul or lose yourself in Beijing's Silk Alley Markets. Visit the old covered market in Damascus or get some great souvenirs in Otavalo the handicraft market in Ecuador. |
| Want to see how the other half live? Then take a look at our selection of tours that visit all the best palaces and forts around the world. Many of the wonderfully ornate edifices that we visit are now historical museums and sites of interest allowing you to have a good old look around. And when you've had your fill of sightseeing, it's time to live like a king and stay in one of the many hotels that have been converted from a palace or fort! |
What You See and What You Get
We have listed below the key highlights on this trip as well as all the things that are included. Additionally, where appropriate, we have listed the items thar are not included the trip price.
Trip Highlights
- Istanbul - Sultanahmet/ old Istanbul, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia, Underground Cistern and Topkapi Palace
- Troy - Trojan horse and ancient ruins
- Roman ruins of Pergamum and Ephesus
- Leather and carpet manufacturing houses
| - Gallipoli Peninsular - ANZAC Cove, memorials, trenches and battlefields
- Aegean Coast
- Pamukkale thermal pools and Roman Hierapolis
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What's Included
- 6 breakfasts and 3 dinners
- 1 overnight bus journey - Pamukkale/Denizli - Istanbul or train journey (Pullman recliner seat)
- Guided sightseeing - Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Ruins of Ephesus & Pergamum & Pamukkale/Hierapolis
- English speaking, degree qualified Turkish tour guide
| - 6 nights 4 star hotels
- Airport arrival transfer on day 1
- All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned coach (excl. 1 overnight bus)
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What's Not Included
- International flights and visa
- Entrance Fees: $100-130 USD
| - Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
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Postcards
Here's what some of our past travellers have written in to us and said about their experiences on this trip.
I had amazing experiences on this trip and enjoyed every part of it. Out tour guide, Cengis, was very efficient.
Ephesus riund & Gallipoli - both amazing, and food was DELICIOUS!!!
Alex, Dec 2009
Well done Gokhan!
He made the tour interesting and fun for me. Organizing local outings in the evenings demonstrated his commitment to his work and his beautiful country. I learnt a lot about the people, culture and fascinating history of Turkey.
Thomas, Nov 2009
The tour guide was fabulous! He went out of his way to make us feel welcome, very knowledgeable. Everything was amazing - well thought out itinerary, nice bus, grat hotels and delicious food!
Thanks for a great time!
Natalie Marlin, Oct 2009
Our guide as excellent and made the trip wonderful for me. He was incredibly knowledgeable both historically and on modern day Turkey.
Well done!
Kim N, Sep 2009
We had a great time!
Gokhan is a wonderful guide who is very organized and helpful.
The long days on the bus were a bit tiring but it was worth it! Turkey is an incredible country and we are looking forward to coming back to explore it more.
Nadine Young, Sep 2009
Hi Charlie
I got sidetracked at work and this is a very late thank you for organising the Turkish trip for me. It was a really good tour and the On the Go guide (Ayhan) was excellent.
I'll certainly consider On the Go in future - some of the people on the tour have already been in Egypt with you and recommended it highly, so maybe after I've seen more of Europe...
Thanks again
Michael Moore, Aug 2009
Driver and tour guide were excellent - couldn't have asked for more!
Standard of accommodation was superb, when you are on the road all day it makes a huge difference to have a bit of comfort at the end - well done!
Anita Ryan, Jul 2009
Hi Jane,
My trip to Turkey was brilliant. I had the greatest time and it would have to be one of the best holidays I have taken. I saw and learnt so much and met some great people. Just a sensational few days. My only warning to other travellers... Stay off the Raki... It'll kill ya!
David Whitely, Jun 2009