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EUROPE›› TURKEY SELLER TOP 51 TURKEY ON A BUDGET › Discovering historic cities and extraordinary scenery › HIGHLIGHTS › › Chilling out in local villages › › Relaxing on an overnight boat trip › › Exploring the bustling streets of Istanbul WHAT'S INCLUDED ACCOMMODATIONS Hotels (11 nts), overnight bus (2 nts), boat (1 nt, multi-share, Nov-Apr spent in a hotel) TRANSPORT Local bus, private air-con van, boat GROUP SIZE Max 16, avg 10 GROUP LEADER CEO throughout MEALS INCLUDED 12 breakfasts, 2 dinners. Allow USD285-375 for meals not included. ITINERARY White cliff waterfalls and the glimmering Blue Mosque—experience the best of Turkey's historical highlights and natural wonders in one incredible tour. Begin your trip roaming the palaces of Istanbul before journeying into the bizarre underground cities and the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. Stick to public bus and budget accommodation, which not only keeps costs down but gives you a chance to really meet the locals. From the ancient Roman streets of Ephesus to bustling bazaars, follow your curiosity and spend 15 days discovering the culture and natural beauty of this fascinating region. DAY 1 ISTANBUL Arrive at any time. DAY 2 ISTANBUL View the sights on an orientation walk, then spend some free time exploring the city. Travel by overnight bus to Cappadocia. (1B) DAYS 3-5 CAPPADOCIA Sample the local cuisine with a home-cooked dinner with a local family. Hike in the area, Dates and prices are subject to change. For booking, availability, and detailed itineraries, consult your travel agent or check online. explore its underground cities, and enjoy the incredible fairy chimneys dotting the landscape. Consider an early morning hot air balloon trip. Overnight bus on Day 5 to Antalya. (2B,1D) DAYS 6-7 ÇIRALI/KEKOVA See the flames of Olympos Mountain at night then enjoy a freshly cooked dinner before sleeping aboard our boat under the stars of the Aegean Sea on Day 7. (1B,1D) DAYS 8-9 DALYAN Back on land at Ucagiz, travel up to the charming Dalyan—hit the mud baths, or swim and chill out at the beach. (2B) DAY 10 PAMUKKALE Visit the beautiful white cliffs of Pamukkale, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the ancient site of Hierapolis. (1B) DAYS 11-12 SELÇUK Check out the sights—Ephesus and its museum, St John's Basilica, the mosque of Isa Bey, as well as the nearby picturesque village of Sirince where you can sample some local wine. (2B) DAY 13 TROY/ ÇANAKKALE Optional visit to Troy and Gallipoli. (1B) DAY 14 ISTANBUL Back to the big city for one last night out with the group. (1B) DAY 15 ISTANBUL Depart at any time. (1B) TRIP DATES Typically departs Friday 1 – 3 times per month April – October. YOLO See back foldout. 15 DAYS—ISTANBUL TO ISTANBUL FROM $1199 IS THIS TRIP FOR ME? TYPE: GROUP SERVICE LEVEL: BASIC PHYSICAL DEMAND: @ Istanbul Çanakkale (Troy) Gallipoli TURKE Y Selçuk Dalyan Pamukkale Çirali Kekova (Cappadocia) Göreme OPTIONAL MY OWN ROOM: $ TRIP CODE: ETTO 349 ( Antalya