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- Day 1 ARRIVE IN ISTANBUL, TURKEY Welcome to Istanbul! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner. (D)
- Day 2 ISTANBUL East Meets West Discover with a captivating, guided sightseeing tour. Visit the Roman Hippodrome and hear about the events held there. Marvel at the six minarets of the Blue Mosque, and the intricate decoration and blue hues of its interior. Stand below the breathtaking dome of the Hagia Sophia, visit Topkapi Palace to see how the Sultans lived, and discover a shopper's paradise with a visit to the Grand Bazaar, the largest covered market in the world, spread over 60 streets and location of over 4,000 shops! Enjoy [LF] a traditional Turkish coffee experience at a historical coffee roaster. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTFounded by the Greeks as Byzantium more than 2,500 years ago, later renamed Constantinople, and today called , the city on the Bosporus remains one of the most exciting places in the world. Its strategic location as a gateway between Orient and Occident, the Islamic and the Christian worlds, and the Black Sea and the Mediterranean predestined it for a turbulent yet exciting history.
- Day 3 ISTANBUL-GALLIPOLI-TROY AREA Bravery on the Beach This morning, drive to the Gallipoli peninsula and visit the WWI battlefields, ANZAC memorials and cemeteries, the Lone Pine Memorial, and Chunuk Bair Memorial before crossing the Dardanelles by ferry. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTVisit the moving and inspirational sites, where Allied troops, mainly Australians and New Zealanders, suffered heavy casualties in a disastrous campaign. Pay tribute to the heroes of those tragic months of 1915 at the Anzac Cemetery and the Lone Pine Memorial.
- Day 4 TROY AREA-PERGAMON-IZMIR A Gift Horse & A God of Healing Start your day with a guided visit of the archaeological site, dating back over 4000 years. See the symbolic wooden Trojan Horse that commemorates the Trojan War, the legendary tactic said to have secured the Greek victory. Continue to Pergamum for a guided visit of the Asklepion, a healing temple and shrine to the Greek God of medicine. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT Nestled between hills, the Asklepion retains a sense of serenity and history. The sick approached the temple via the Sacred Way, a path that started their journey to health, determined according to what dreams the patients experienced, and which also included theatre shows. All of this was done in the belief that healing was a sacred art, and people's souls needed to be mended as well as their bodies.
- Day 5 IZMIR-EPHESUS-PAMUKKALE Ancient Civilization Preserved Arrive at the incredible archaeological site of Ephesus and be captivated by stories as you follow your Local Guide on a fascinating walking tour through the ancient ruins, including a visit to the St. John Basilica, where St. John the Apostle is said to have been buried. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTEphesus was one of the most famous cities of the ancient Mediterranean. It was one of the largest cities of the Roman Empire, and today it is one of the largest Roman archaeological sites in the eastern Mediterranean.
- Day 6 PAMMUKKALE-HIERAPOLIS-BURSA The Cotton Castle This morning, visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, founded as a thermal resort around 190 BC, and said to have been visited by Cleopatra. See the main attractions and take time to marvel at the stunning backdrop of Pamukkale with its travertine terraces and thermal water pools. Later, arrive in Bursa. Enjoy free time this evening to explore more and try local specialties. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTWhen the mineral-rich thermal waters that flowed down the valley side, cooled and hardened, a series of bright white travertine terraces were formed, each containing a thermal pool. This incredible sight gave the area its name - Pamukkale "Cotton Castle." The Romans also took advantage of the thermal springs and founded the spa town of Hierapolis close by.
- Day 7 BURSA-ISTANBUL In the Shadow of Mount Olympus Bursa was the first capital of the Ottoman Empire and has lots to offer. This morning's sightseeing tour features a visit to the Great Mosque (Ulu Cami), an architectural masterpiece famous for its 20 domes supported by 12 pillars. Plus, a visit to the Historical Covered Bazaar and silk market followed by a Kestane Sekeri (candied chestnuts) tasting. Later, return to Istanbul and this evening enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTWander through the long winding bazaar in Bursa's centuries-old city center, taking in the sights, sounds, and smells of the buzzing marketplace. Treat your taste buds to one of the city's famous sweets, the Kestane Sekeri, and find the perfect gift for yourself or a friend, a piece of authentic Bursa-made silk.
- Day 8 ISTANBUL Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Name: Turkish Sampler
Brand: Globus
Quality: First Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Istanbul
End City: Istanbul
Notes: The uneven terrain of Ephesus' archaeological sites may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or those reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs
Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners
