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Istanbul Adventure Level A Cultural Discovery Nature & Wildlife Turkey 15 days Trip Code: ITU Bursa turkey konya Pamukkale Selcuk kayakoy Goreme New Best of Turkey kas ucagiz Marvel at the many minarets of Istanbul · Trek along part of the Lycian Way · Enjoy a home-cooked meal with a Cappadocian family Ephesus Dates & Prices Guide Visit our website or call a Travel Consultant for the latest prices and 2013 dates. Alternatively scan your smart phone over the barcode. Explore the mysterious land of the Ottomans. Marvel at Mehmet Aga's masterpiece, the Blue Mosque and bargain for trinkets in the Grand Bazaar. Try delicious Turkish snacks, be mesmerised by the whirling dervishes and discover the underwater treasures of the Mediterranean. From the laneways of ancient Ephesus to the bizarre landscapes of Cappadocia - take the plunge and discover the amazing adventure that is waiting for you in Turkey. 2012 Thur 22 Mar - Thur 5 Apr Thur 29 Mar - Thur 12 Apr Thur 5 Apr - Thur 19 Apr Thur 12 Apr - Thur 26 Apr Thur 19 Apr - Thur 3 May Thur 26 Apr - Thur 10 May Thur 3 May - Thur 17 May Thur 10 May - Thur 24 May Thur 17 May - Thur 31 May Mon 21 May - Mon 4 Jun Thur 24 May - Thur 7 Jun Thur 31 May - Thur 14 Jun Mon 4 Jun - Mon 18 Jun Thur 7 Jun - Thur 21 Jun Thur 14 Jun - Thur 28 Jun Mon 18 Jun - Mon 2 Jul Thur 21 Jun - Thur 5 Jul Thur 28 Jun - Thur 12 Jul With flights Without flights Itinerary hotel. The rest of today is free. Day 2 Istanbul This morning you take a tour of the area around Sultanahmet and Port Eminou. In the afternoon you are free to explore the rest of the Grand Bazaar. Day 3 Bursa Early this morning you depart Istanbul for Bursa, an old city with a rich and varied history, offering a glimpse of traditional Turkish life. Day 4/5 Selcuk Drive on to Selcuk by public bus. Selcuk is your base for discovering Ephesus, the best preserved ancient city in Turkey. Day 6 Pamukkale Head inland through the mountains to one of Turkey's most photographed sites - the gleaming white travertine terraces of Pamukkale. Essentials with the opportunity to enjoy a quiet, traditional Turkish village. From here you set off along the Lycian Way. Day 9/10 Kas Some spectacular coastal scenery greets you on your drive from Kayakoy to Kas. This quaint resort is your base for a boat trip along the coastline. Day 11 Konya It's a long driving day today, as you head inland to Konya along the plains of the Anatolyan Steppe. Day 12/14 Goreme The spectacular rock formations of Cappadocia have to be seen to be believed and you have time for that while in Goreme. Day 15 After an overnight train back to Istanbul you transfer to the airport and fly home. £1,278 £1,278 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,287 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 £1,045 Day 1 Fly to Istanbul and transfer to your Day 7/8 Kayakoy Kayakoy provides you Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey. Be prepared for some long journeys. Activities Sightseeing, walking, boat trip Transport Dolmus, ferry, bus, overnight sleeper train, private bus, boat Accommodation Hotel (11nts), Guesthouse (1nt), Overnight sleeper train (1nt), Overnight boat (1nt) Meals included 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 2 dinners All elements in the itinerary are included, unless otherwise stated. Prices are per person and subject to change (see Booking Conditions p194). Single room option from £290. For insurance details see p193. Flights Direct flights with Turkish Airlines from London. Flight schedules and preferred airlines can change. Istanbul Average Daily Max Temp °C 20 15 10 5 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 2 3 4 6 8 10 11 10 8 5 3 2 Average Daily Hours of Sunshine Average Monthly Rainfall (mm) 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 For more information call 0845 004 5023 or visit adventurecompany.co.uk/ITU 175