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- Day 1 Welcome to Istanbul Meet at the crossroads of East and West – the effervescent capital of Istanbul launches your journey of discovery through centuries of turmoil and triumph. Spend the day exploring after being transferred to your hotel. Later, you’ll meet your Travel Director and travel companions for dinner. Locations Visited: Istanbul TR.
- Day 2 Discover Colorful Istanbul Delve into the treasures of the Ottoman Empire as you stroll through Topkapi Palace with views over the Bosphorus. Visit Hagia Sophia and the Byzantine Hippodrome where thundering chariots once raced before viewing the Blue Mosque with its six minarets and blue Iznik tiles. Later, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the museum of Classical Turkish Music. Then discover Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, wandering its covered lanes packed with colorful stalls, spices, ceramics and keepsakes. Locations Visited: Istanbul TR.
- Day 3 Journey to Gallipoli and Çanakkale Remember the heroism of the many thousands of men who fought bravely at Gallipoli. You'll see Lone Pine Cemetery and the battlefields, which still hold deep significance for the Turkish, Australian and New Zealand nations. Spend a quiet moment commemorating the lives lost at Anzac Cove and Chunuk Bair, where some of the fiercest fighting took place during World War I. This evening, stay in Çanakkale where you’ll dine at the hotel. Locations Visited: Istanbul TR, Gallipoli TR, Eceabat TR, Çanakkale TR.
- Day 4 Off to Troy and Izmir Visit a land of Trojan legends, where the ancient city of Troy has been immortalized by Homer in tales of King Priam, Hector, Paris and Helen. Explore the archaeological site revealing nine layers of civilization and see the replica wooden horse that recalls the Greek strategy used to end the legendary siege. Later, travel to the village of Demircidere for your Be My Guest experience. Meet local women, visit the village bakery and enjoy lunch made with fresh, homegrown produce. Continue to Izmir and settle into your seaside hotel before dining together this evening. Locations Visited: Çanakkale TR, Troy TR, Demircidere TR, Izmir TR.
- Day 5 Admire the Ruins of Ephesus and on to Pamukkale Journey into antiquity and explore the ruins of the ancient Greek city of Ephesus, admiring the well-preserved facade of the Library of Celsus and the remains of the Temple of Artemis. Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, the Temple of Hadrian, guarded by Medusa's head, and the Great Theater, built by the Romans in the 2nd century and still in use today. You’ll learn about the intricate heritage and artistry of Turkish carpet weaving during a visit to a local carpet emporium. Then, relax and unwind in the blissful thermal pools at your hotel in Pamukkale. Locations Visited: Izmir TR, Ephesus TR, Pamukkale TR.
- Day 6 Onwards to Hierapolis and Konya This morning, enjoy a leisurely visit to the ancient ruins of the Holy City of Hierapolis, imagining ancient patrons seeking revival and rest within their limestone-laden thermal springs. Continue to Konya, where you'll visit the Mevlana Museum and Mausoleum, a former dervish lodge of the Mevlevi Order, which reveals the origins of Sufism and the spiritual legacy of Rumi. This evening, dine at your hotel. Locations Visited: Pamukkale TR, Hierapolis TR, Konya TR.
- Day 7 Continue to Cappadocia Continue your journey to Cappadocia, you'll see a 13th-century caravanserai and underground city of Saratli on the ancient Silk Road. Then Dive into Culture to learn about the traditional art of pottery making in Avanos. Later, consider joining an Optional Experience to witness the Whirling Dervishes ceremony, followed by dinner at a local restaurant. Tonight, stay in one of Trafalgar's Stays With Stories hewn out of the surrounding rock and houses. Locations Visited: Konya TR, Cappadocia TR.
- Day 8 A Day to Explore Spectacular Göreme The otherworldly landscapes of Cappadocia take center stage today as you explore its volcanic terrain dotted with caves and troglodyte dwellings. You can choose an Optional Experience to watch sunrise as hot air balloons glide above the valleys and dramatic rock formations. Visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum to admire the extraordinary rock-hewn churches and the fairy chimneys of Paşabağ. Dive into Culture to learn about the art of pottery making in Avanos. This evening, enjoy traditional pottery kebabs during dinner at a local restaurant. Locations Visited: Cappadocia TR, Göreme TR, Saratli TR, Cappadocia TR.
- Day 9 Return to Istanbul Take a short flight this morning to Istanbul. You may choose to join an optional Traditional Bosphorus Cruise, soaking up the city’s skyline from the water as palaces, minarets and waterfront neighborhoods glide by. Tonight, join your Travel Director and fellow companions for dinner. Locations Visited: Cappadocia TR, Istanbul TR.
- Day 10 Farewell Istanbul Say a fond farewell to Turkey and newfound friends as you prepare to depart to the airport for your flight home. Locations Visited: Istanbul TR.
Name: Highlights of Turkey
Brand: Trafalgar
Quality: First Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Istanbul
End City: Istanbul
Location Summary: Istanbul, TR
Gallipoli, TR
Eceabat, TR
Çanakkale, TR
Troy, TR
Demircidere, TR
Izmir, TR
Ephesus, TR
Pamukkale, TR
Hierapolis, TR
Konya, TR
Cappadocia, TR
Göreme, TR
Saratli, TR
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Highlights
- Dining Summary - 7 Dinner (D). 9 Breakfast (B). 1 Lunch (L).
- Must-see Highlights (do not use for Day Highlights) - Explore Istanbul. Visit the Topkapi Palace, Byzantine Hippodrome and Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, Anzac Cove and the War Cemeteries at Gallipoli and the Göreme Open-Air Museum. View the Wooden Horse at Troy and the Blue Mosque. See the exquisite Blue Mosque.
- Iconic Experience - Istanbul: Haggle for souvenirs at Istanbul's Grand Bazaar one of the largest covered markets in the world with 60 streets and over 5,000 shops.. Avanos: Learn about the art of pottery making in Avanos..
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® - Istanbul: Visit the house of Turkey’s greatest classical composer, Dede Efendi. Recently brought back to its former architectural glory, this unique museum holds a rare collection of traditional instruments, which we experience first hand during a private concert by Music Conservatory students. Your visit directly supports United Nations’ Global Sustainable Goals 4 & 11: Quality Education & Resilient Cities and Communities. Your visit provides opportunities for the students to perform, contributes to Turkey’s cultural vibrancy in safeguarding traditional forms of music which was fast disappearing, and supports the important work of TURKEV association, who researches and safeguards Turkish traditional architecture and houses..
- Be My Guest - Demircidere: Meet the women of Demircidere Köyü, a rural village where gender equality has deep roots. Visit the local bakery to see how bread is made, sample it with homemade wine and explore a family garden bursting with seasonal produce. Over a shared lunch in a local home, you’ll hear inspiring stories of how this Turcoman community is empowering its girls to learn, grow and lead while preserving their culture and traditional Alevi beliefs..
- Trafalgar Difference - Cappadocia: The Exedra Hotel's rooms, carved from rock, boast unique designs and handcrafted antiques. During construction, a chapel was uncovered, inspiring the name 'Exedra,' a gathering place in ancient Rome..
