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Tour highlights
Experience the delights of Turkish cuisine.
Visit the poignant WWI battlefields of Gallipoli.
Explore the ancient ruined city of Pergamon.
Enjoy time to explore the characterful Alaçati.
Marvel at the ruins of Ephesus.
The specialist who creates your trip
"Plan your trip with an expert who’ll get to know you, listen to you, and guide your plans around exactly what trip you want to take."
Shannon, Country Specialist
Price:
9 days from £4,910pp
What's included in your Audley booking?
By booking one of our bespoke tours, you can rest assured that our experts will consider every aspect of your trip. We make sure that everything runs smoothly so you spend less time planning
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Flights
Scheduled international and domestic flights
Connections
In-destination transfers
Activities
Activities and excursions as detailed
Accommodation
All accommodation
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Knowing we’ve taken care of everything
“We know that the small details make all the difference. It’s why we won’t stop finessing your trip until you say it’s just right. From the outset, we’ll focus on bringing the experience you want to life, down to the finest detail."
Itinerary idea
Includes international flights from a choice of UK airports, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.
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Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival in Istanbul, you'll be met at the airport and driven to your centrally located hotel.
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Blue Mosque, Istanbul
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Embark on a full-day tour of the city with your guide today, visiting highlights such as the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar.
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Bebek district, Istanbul
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Another day with your guide. Today, you'll visit Dolmabahçe Palace, the Chora Museum and the Spice Market before embarking on a cruise along the Bosphorus.
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Daily life, Istanbul
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Today you leave Istanbul and travel out toward the Gallipoli Peninsula. Here, you'll visit some of the battlefields and memorials with your guide before continuing over the Dardanelles to Çanakkale, where you stay tonight.
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Çanakkale
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You'll travel on to Pergamon today, visiting its ancient Acropolis and Asclepion. Continue on to the pretty seaside town of Alaçati.
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Pergamon Acropolis
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Today you embark on a day trip to the spectacular ancient ruined city of Ephesus, before returning to Alaçati in the evening.
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Ephesus
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The day is at your leisure to explore at your own pace. Wandering the streets of Alaçati is a pleasant way to spend your time, enjoying the cafés, boutique shops, and chaotic antique stores dotted about town.
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Alacati
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Another day at your leisure. The Çeşme Peninsula has several beaches which, although not ideal for sunbathing due to strong winds, have some lovely walks as well as great views across the water.
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Alaçati fish market
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Drive to Izmir today, to catch a flight back to Istanbul. Here, you'll board your return flight home. Your return flight will arrive the same day.
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Alaçati, Turkey
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Accommodation
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Levni Hotel ![Levni Hotel, Istanbul]()
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The Bank Hotel Istanbul ![The House Hotel Karaköy, Istanbul]()
The Bank Hotel Istanbul
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Pera Palace Hotel ![Pera Palace Hotel, Istanbul]()
Pera Palace Hotel
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Çırağan Palace Kempinski ![Ciragan Palace Kempinski, Istanbul]()
Çırağan Palace Kempinski
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Limani Hotel ![Limani Hotel, Canakkale]()
Limani Hotel
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Kolin Hotel ![Kolin Hotel, Çanakkale]()
Kolin Hotel
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Bey Evi Otel ![Bey Evi Otel, Alaçati]()
Bey Evi Otel
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Kurabiye Otel ![Kurabiye Otel, Alaçati]()
Kurabiye Otel
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Alavya Hotel ![Alavya Hotel, Alaçati]()
Alavya Hotel
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When to go
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| Place | Daily max temperature (°C) | Monthly rainfall (mm) |
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| Alaçati |
