8 Day Sydney Special (Washington D.C. Special) 2018 Itinerary

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4 Istanbul, 2 Fethiye, 1 Sagalassos, 2 Cappadocia, 2 Safranbolu

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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    4 Istanbul, 2 Fethiye, 1 Sagalassos, 2 Cappadocia, 2 Safranbolu

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range12 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Thursday - Depart for Turkey
Depart for Turkey

DAY 2, Friday - Arrive in Istanbul
Arrive in Istanbul, at the crossroads of Europe and Asia; transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to rest, relax and acclimate to your new time zone. Tonight, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager and fellow travelers, followed by a Welcome Dinner at your hotel Overnight: Istanbul Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Saturday - Full Day Istanbul Tour
Begin your day at the magnificent Blue Mosque with six minarets, shimmering with over 21,000 blue Iznik tiles. The stunning decor of the interior is highlighted by the beautiful floral designs displaying traditional lily, carnation, tulip and rose motifs. On to the Hippo...
DAY 4, Sunday - Balat & Fener Neighborhoods, Beyoglu District
Head to the historic neighborhoods of Balat & Fener. Here, the houses are painted in bright colors, laundry is still hanging across the narrow lanes, kids play in the streets and many different cultures and religions live next to each other. View the Greek Orthodox C...
DAY 5, Monday - Flight to Dalaman, Boat Cruise to Kaunos, Travel to Fethiye
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Dalaman. Upon arrival, continue to nearby Dalyan, a delightful riverside town. Enjoy lunch before embarking on a river cruise to the ancient site of Kaunos, dating back to the 10th century BC.  Admire the remarkably preserved Gr...
DAY 6, Tuesday - Full Day Cruise along Fethiye's 12 Islands
After breakfast, travel to the Fethiye Marina where you will embark on a private cruise to the Fethiye Islands. Several stops are included during the cruise for swimming, snorkeling, mud baths, and visiting ruins. Savor lunch on the deck and relax, as you take in the stu...
DAY 7, Wednesday - Travel to Sagalassos
Travel to Sagalassos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arrive in the afternoon and visit the ancient city that was founded on the slopes of the Taurus mountain range and served as the metropolis of the Roman province of Pisidia. Most of the buildings are well preserved and ...
DAY 8, Thursday - Travel to Cappadocia, Konya, Guvercinlik Valley, Home Hosted Dinner
This morning, journey to Konya. First, visit the Mausoleum of Mevlana and the museum at the Mevlana convent in Konya. The mausoleum rests on four pillars, covered with gorgeous turquoise tiles and huge bouquets of fresh flowers, honoring the famous mystic. Proceed to Cap...
DAY 9, Friday - Full Day Cappadocia Tour
Begin the day very early on an optional hot air balloon ride, that takes you soaring over the magnificent Cappadocian landscape with its incredible fairy chimney rock formations. Later, embark on a full day exploration of Cappadocia. Visit the Goreme Open Air Museum, a U...
DAY 10, Saturday - Travel to Safranbolu
Today, depart Cappadocia and head north toward the Black Sea region. Upon afternoon arrival in the historic town of Safranbolu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, visit the Crystal Terrace. It consists of a glass platform suspended from the edge of the cliff above the Tokatli...
DAY 11, Sunday - Explore Safranbolu, Yörük Village
Visit the 17th-century Caravanserai of Cinci Hani, a magnificent inn on the famous Silk Road that is now a hotel. The imposing structure is made out of limestone and consists of an entry, courtyard, rooms, stable and a cistern. Afterward, head to the Kaymakamlar Museum H...
DAY 12, Monday - Return to Istanbul 
Depart early this morning for Istanbul. Travel through the picturesque region of the Black Sea with its mountainous landscapes and lush green plateaus. Arrive in Istanbul for free time at leisure. Tonight, gather for a Farewell Dinner – share travel memories and bid farewell to Turkey, your Tour Manager, and your newfound friends Overnight: Istanbul Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 13, Tuesday - Depart Turkey
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Founded in 1981 with 3 employees; now with over 200 employees worldwide

Headquarters: Fort Washington, PA (Suburban Philadelphia)

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