10/02/2014
Aegean Bygone 8 days
Rs 48500 per person on twin share
Day 1 Saturday Istanbul
Welcome to Istanbul, a city steeped in history! You’ll be met at the airport and transferred to Your hotel.Afternoon visit the Spices Market with all shops,The Rustem Pacha Mosque built on XVIe century,Cruise on the Bosphorus Overnight Istanbul ( D )
Day 2 Sunday Istanbul Old City
After breakfast, enjoy a fully guided tour of Istanbul, once known as the former imperial capital of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. We visit the Blue Mosque, Aya Sofya, soak in the Sultan’s opulence at Topkapi Palace and explore the Hippodrome. Overnight Istanbul (B,)
Day 3 Monday Gallipoli Battlefields
Early morning departure, head towards the WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli. Our guided tour of the area will cover ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Australian War Memorial and cemetery, Chunuk Bair New Zealand War Memorial and cemetery, the Nek, Johnston’s Jolly and the many fortified trenches still clearly visible amongst the scrub after all these years. Overnight Canakkale (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. Traveling along the coastline, we continue to the magnificent acropolis of Pergamum, Asia Minor’s former political powerhouse, although now a laid-back market town packed with ancient sites. Visit the impressive temples and library and interesting remains. Overnight Kusadasi (B,D)
Day 5 Wednesday Ephesus, Kusadasi
Today feel the ancient times with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Explore this stunningly preserved city and learn about its past as a major trading centre. Discover the place where the Virgin Mary spent her last days. Visit a rug maker and find out about local craft this country is famous for, carpet weaving. Overnight Kusadasi (B, D)
Day 6 Thursday Pamukkale, Hierapolis
This morning enjoy a wonderful display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the fascinating, chalky terraces of Pamukkale. Take the opportunity to bathe in the healing thermal waters of the nearby hot springs of Hierapolis known for their therapeutic powers. Overnight Pamukkale (B, D)
Day 7 Friday Bursa, Istanbul
Today we return to Istanbul, passing through rural Turkey and ancient Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire and an important trading and cultural centre. We visit the famous Green Mosque and explore the Silk Bazaar. Overnight Istanbul (B,)
Day 8 Sunday Istanbul
After breakfast we conclude our tour, say goodbye to our new friends and transfer you to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
Suggested hotels
Hotel Momento or Orka Royal or sim in İstanbul
Hotel Iris or B.Truva in Canakkale
Hotel Tatlises or Grand Onder in Kusadasi
Hotel Colossae in Pamukkale
Departure Dates
Mar 16 23 30
Apr 06 13 20 27
May 04 11 14 18 25 28
Jun 01 08 11 15 22 25 29
July 06 09 13 20 23 27
Aug 03 06 10 17 20 24 31
Sept 03 07 14 21 28
Oct 05 12 19 26
Nov 02 16
Dec 07 28
Tour Inclusions
o Inbound & outbound airport transfer - Istanbul
o Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
o Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour
o Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
o 7 Breakfasts,5 Dinners
o 7 nights 4 star & 5 star accommodation
For more details contact DREAM HOLIDAYS - 9833505645
