2010 Turkey Tours 'Magic Carpet Tour'
10 - Day itinerary

Operated all year round, our Magic Carpet Tour uncovers some of Turkey's hidden treasures in North West Anatolia.

Day 1

Saturday - Istanbul

Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to your hotel and the remainder of the day is yours, free to explore. Overnight Istanbul

Day 2

Sunday - Istanbul Old City

Tour the exotic city that spans both Europe and Asia visiting the Blue Mosque, the Aya Sofya, Topkapi Palace, the Basilica underground cistern and the Hippodrome. Overnight Istanbul (B)

Day 3

Monday - Gallipoli Battlefields

One of the most emotionally touching places in Turkey, today we visit the WWI Battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, Johnston's Jolly and the Gallipoli Museum. Overnight Guzelyali (B, D)

Day 4

Tuesday - Troy, Acropolis of Pergamum

This morning, step back in time as we visit Troy, home of the famed Trojan Horse. Then we tour the magnificent acropolis of Pergamum. Its impressive temples and Library made Pergamum a renowned cultural and political centre in its time. Overnight Kusadasi (B, D)

Day 5

Wednesday - Ephesus, Kusadasi

Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey. At the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value. Overnight Kusadasi (B, D)

Day 6

Thursday - Pamukkale, Hierapolis

This morning we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading towards the the magnificent white calcium terraces of Pamukkale where we will tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers. Overnight Pamukkale (B, D)

Day 7

Friday - Silk Road, Konya

Today we travel the ancient Silk Road visiting Sultanhani Caravansary and the Mevlana museum in Konya along the way. Tonight, don't miss the optional traditional Turkish folklore evening! Overnight Cappadocia (B)

Day 8

Saturday - Cappadocia, Goreme, Underground City

Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia through Goreme Valley, the fairy chimneys, an underground city and more. Overnight Cappadocia (B, D)

Day 9

Sunday - Ankara

Early morning departure to the nation's capital, Ankara where we visit Anitkabir, mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, before returning to Istanbul. Overnight Istanbul (B)
(Optional morning flight to Istanbul from Kayseri, Cappadocia)

Day 10

Monday - Istanbul

After breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends. (B)

o Inbound airport transfers to Ataturk Airport or shuttle service from Sabiha Gokcen
o Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
o Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour
o 9 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners
o 9 nights - 4 star accommodation in total.
  - 1 night in Canakkale
  - 2 nights in Cappadocia
  - 3 nights in Istanbul
  - 2 nights in Kusadasi
  - 1 night in Pamukkale

Tour does not include
• Entrance fees to various sites & tips.

Departure Dates

Sat 9th Jan 2010	Sat 23rd Jan 2010	Sat 6th Feb 2010	Sat 20th Feb 2010	Sat 6th Mar 2010	Sat 20th Mar 2010
Sat 27th Mar 2010	Sat 3rd Apr 2010	Sat 10th Apr 2010	Sat 8th May 2010	Sat 22nd May 2010	Sat 29th May 2010
Sat 5th Jun 2010	Sat 12th Jun 2010	Sat 19th Jun 2010	Sat 26th Jun 2010	Sat 3rd Jul 2010	Sat 10th Jul 2010
Sat 17th Jul 2010	Sat 24th Jul 2010	Sat 31st Jul 2010	Sat 7th Aug 2010	Sat 14th Aug 2010	Sat 21st Aug 2010
Sat 28th Aug 2010	Sat 4th Sep 2010	Sat 11th Sep 2010	Sat 18th Sep 2010	Sat 25th Sep 2010	Sat 2nd Oct 2010

Sat 9th Oct 2010	Sat 16th Oct 2010	Sat 23rd Oct 2010	Sat 6th Nov 2010	Sat 20th Nov 2010	Sat 4th Dec 2010
Sat 25th Dec 2010

2010 Turkey Tours 'Magic Carpet Tour' 10 - Day itinerary

2010 Turkey Tours 'Magic Carpet Tour'
10 - Day itinerary