Itinerary

Arrive at any time. There are no activities planned until our evening welcome meeting. After the meeting, opt to join your CEO and fellow travellers for dinner. Get the most out of your time in Istanbul by pre-booking the following activity to experience before your tour starts: Istanbul Walking Tour and Bosphorus Cruise. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour. And don't worry if you can't decide now. This activity is available for pre-booking any time before your tour starts, while any of the optional activities listed can be booked independently upon arrival in Istanbul.

Enjoy an orientation walk around Istanbul before moving on to the city of Bolu.

Visit the Mausoleum of Ataturk, the father of the Modern Turkish Republic, en route to Cappadocia region. Transfer to the region of Cappadocia for 2.5 days of exploring. There will be plenty of time to tour the area by bike, visit neighbouring villages, trek regional valleys or try a hot air balloon ride. During one of the evenings, travel to a nearby village and enjoy dinner with a local family.

Enjoy an included visit to the Goereme Open Air Museum before free time to explore this unique region. Outdoor enthusiast? Hire a bike to get around on two wheels or join your CEO on an optional trekking tour through one of the beautiful valleys of the region. If you want to go further afield, take a local bus to explore nearby villages.

Explore one of the many underground cities in the region. Visit Konya before spending the night in a local Turkish village. Visit a community park and cooperative, a project supported by G Adventures. Experience a homestay as the guest of a local family. Depart Cappadocia and head to an underground city to explore. Have a quick lunch before journeying to the region of Konya. Travel about 1 hour to a local village for a cozy homestay. On the way, visit Catalhoyuk, a uniquely well-preserved Neolithic site. Upon arrival in the village, learn about local life and visit a community park and cooperative supported and developed by G Adventures before enjoying a home-cooked dinner tonight.

Wander the lovely seaside town of Antalya. Arrive at Antalya around lunchtime. With a free afternoon, wander the charming cobbled hillside streets of the district of Kaleici, a great place to stop and have a drink with amazing views of the marina below. For a break from the hustle and bustle, head for the greenery and teashops at one of Antalya's beautiful parks or catch some sun at a nearby beach.

Spend the afternoon onboard a boat in the Mediterranean Sea and enjoy a freshly prepared dinner before disembarking the boat and driving to our hotel for the evening. Drive to the beautiful coastal village of Demre for lunch. After, board our boat for an afternoon on the Mediterranean Sea. The boat trip includes sailing around Kekova Island, with plenty of time to enjoy the sunshine and scenery. Later, walk to Simena Castle to enjoy the views and archaeological ruins. Then opt to go for a swim in the crystal clear waters or just relax on deck.

Opt for a morning swim and some relaxation before travelling on to Kas. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Opt for a swim before returning to Demre, and continuing on to the coastal town of Kas.

Guided walk of Pamukkale and the ancient city of Hierapolis en route to Selcuk. Leave the beautiful sea behind and head to Pamukkale, passing through fruit orchards on the way. Visit the famous white cliffs of Pamukkale and the ancient site of Hierapolis before continuing on to Selcuk.

Visit ancient Ephesus. Optional visits to St John's Basilica and the Mosque of Isa Bey as well as the nearby picturesque village of Sirince. Visit the ruins of the ancient Roman town of Ephesus. After, head to town and enjoy some free time to explore. Opt to pre-book a traditional Selcuk cooking class, walk to the remains of St John's Basilica, visit the Mosque of Isa Bey or wander the streets of this vibrant Turkish town. Or catch a local "dolmus" bus to the picturesque village of Sirince (8 km) to sample some local wine or shop for crafts. For dedicated sunseekers, the beach at Pamucaki is also within reach.

Spend the night in a converted Ottoman mansion. Visit the G-supported handicraft workshop during an orientation walk of Ayvalik, before enjoying free time in the surrounding area or opting for a boat trip or visit to the beach. Ayvalik's blend of Ottoman architecture, cobblestoned streets, and attractive harbour make this stop a highlight. The beach of Sarimsakli is a quick bus ride away and the harbour in town offers short cruises. After exploring, head down to one of the waterside restaurants for a sunset drink or meal. Then enjoy the hospitality and beautiful views from the family-run pension in a restored Ottoman mansion.

Visit the ancient city of Troy en route to Canakkale. Enjoy a visit to the world-famous city of Troy. After exploring the site, continue to the harbour town of Canakkale, a busy port with a thriving student population.

Guided tour of Gallipoli, including ANZAC Cove, the war cemeteries, and Lone Pine. Make an early morning visit to Gallipoli, where thousands gave their lives during WWI in the battle of the same name. Take in the sights and learn the sombre story. Continue on to Istanbul for the opportunity to finish up your sightseeing or get in some last minute shopping.

Depart at any time. Your tour might be finished, but the adventure's far from over. Pre-book the following activity to experience after your tour ends: Istanbul Walking Tour and Bosphorus Cruise. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night in Istanbul. And don't worry if you can't decide now. This activity is available for pre-booking any time before your tour starts, or it can be booked upon arrival in Istanbul.

Oversigt

Hotels (13 nts), simple village homestay (1 nt).

Private air-conditioned van, boat, walking.

Meals Included: 14 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Meals Budget: Allow USD275-360 for meals not included.

Istanbul
- Istanbul Walking Tour and Bosphorus Cruise
- Galata Tower (250TRY per person)
- Topkapi Palace Visit (1500-650TRY per person)
- Hagia Sophia (or Aya Sofya) Visit (25EUR per person)

Göreme
- Pottery Center Visit (Free)
- Hot Air Balloon Ride (290EUR per person)
- Turkish Bath (50EUR per person)
- Turkish Night (45EUR per person)
- Whirling Dervishes (20EUR per person)

Bergama
- Carpet Demonstration

Konya
- Mevlana Museum Visit

Antalya
- Antalya Archaeological Museum Visit (150TRY per person)

Pamukkale
- Hierapolis Archeological Museum (7TRY per person)
- Swim in an Ancient Pool (150TRY per person)

Selçuk
- Mosque of Isa Bey Visit (Free)
- Şirince Village Visit
- Saint John's Basilica Visit (50TRY per person)
- Selçuk Cooking Class (25EUR per person)

Ayvalık
- Ayvalik Boat Tour (60-600TRY per person)

Istanbul
- Archaeological Museum (150TRY per person)
- Dolamabahçe Palace (450TRY per person)
- Basilica Cistern (600TRY per person)
- Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts (100TRY per person)
- Great Palace Mosaic Museum (60TRY per person)

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Absolute Turkey

Absolute Turkey

Day 1 - Istanbul

Day 2 - Istanbul/Bolu

Day 3 - Bolu/Cappadocia

Day 4 - Cappadocia

Day 5 - Cappadocia

Day 6 - Cappadocia/Konya

Day 7 - Konya/Antalya

Day 8 - Antalya/Kekova

Day 9 - Kekova/Kas

Day 10 - Kas/Selcuk

Day 11 - Selcuk

Day 12 - Selcuk/Ayvalik

Day 13 - Ayvalik/Canakkale

Day 14 - Canakkale/Istanbul

Day 15 - Istanbul

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