Itinerary

Day 1

Saturday - Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey! Arrive into Istanbul. Transfer from airport & check in to your hotel. Tonight you will have a welcome dinner, be introduced to our friendly crew and other travellers while enjoying traditional Turkish Food and enjoy the mystical atmosphere of Istanbul at night.

Day 2

Sunday � Istanbul
After breakfast we depart for Istanbul City Tour. Visiting Sultanahmet imperial Mosque across from St. Sophia built in the 16th century by the architect Mehmet, also known as the Blue Mosque because of its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. The Ancient Hippodrome, the scene of chariot races, with the three monuments; the Obelisk of Theodosius, the bronze Serpentine Column and the Column of Constantine. TOPKAPI PALACE The great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by the sultans and their families, famous jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle; and relics of the Prophet Mohammed. Over Night in Istanbul

Day 3

Monday � Transfer to Uludag / Skiing
After breakfast we transfer to the ski fields of Uludag for the next few days skiing,

Day 4

Tuesday � Free day skiing
Free Day. Skiing!! Explore Uludag Mountain range or explore the city, shopping in the local markets at the end of the day why not relax with a Turkish bath.

Day 5

Wednesday � Free day skiing
Free Day. Skiing!! Explore Uludag Mountain range or explore the city, shopping in the local markets at the end of the day why not relax with a Turkish bath.

Day 6

Thursday - Uludag Free Day Skiing
Free Day. Skiing!! Explore Uludag Mountain range or explore the city, shopping in the local markets at the end of the day why not relax with a Turkish bath.

Day 7

Friday, Uludag Kusadasi
After breakfast we depart for Kusadasi stopping along the way for lunch. On arrival we check into your Kusadasi Hotel and the rest of the day is yours.. You can explore any one of the numerous sandy beaches Kusadasi has to offer or visit the many attractive shops, cafes and restaurants which line the palm-lined boulevards around the port. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 8

Saturday, Ephesus
We depart at 09:00 and we visit �one of the best-preserved ruins in the world' Ephesus. We tour this amazing site and wonder about the people who built and walked through this ancient city. We will also visit the House of Virgin Mary (supposedly where St. John brought her to live out her final days). After the tour, we will visit a carpet-weaving centre, which belongs to the national arts of Turkey. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 9

Sunday, Pamukkale
We depart at 08:30 for Pamukkale. On the way we will visit one of the famous leather production centres of the region. We then arrive at Pamukkale for lunch. Afterwards we shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the ruins of Hierapolis, then walk around this natural phenomenon and have the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs. Overnight in Pamukkale.

Day 10

Monday, Bergama
At 08:30 we depart for Bergamum - see Asklepion, Zues alter, Red Bassilcia etc. BERGAMA is the site of the Hellenistic and the later Roman city of Pergamon, ruled for several centuries by a powerful local dynasty. Excavations were completed here in 1886, but unfortunately much of what was found has since been carted off to Germany. However, the acropolis of Eumenes II remains a major attraction, and there are a host of lesser sights and an old quarter of chaotic charm to detain you for a day or so. Its foremost attraction is the Kizil Avlu or "Red Basilica", a huge edifice on the river not far from the acropolis, originally built as a temple to the Egyptian god Osiris and converted to a basilica by the early Christians, when it was one of the Seven Churches of Asia Minor addressed by St John in the book of Revelations though sadly it's now a crumbling ruin with a mosque in one of its towers. Overnight in Bergama.

Day 11

Tuesday Troy
After breakfast we depart for the ancient city of Troy. Your guide will explain the mythology surrounding Troy, the Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy, as well as the history and discoveries of the archeological diggings from its discovery by Heinrich Schliemann in the 1870's to the present day and ongoing. Nine cities have been discovered built one on top of the other dating back to 3500 B.C. After Troy we will depart for Canakkale. Over night in Canakkale

Day 12

Wednesday Gallipoli
After your breakfast you will be picked up from your hotel/hostel and join your group and depart for Canakkale. The group will arrive in Eceabat at noon and begin the fully guided Gallipoli tour. Visiting Kabatepe Museum, ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Johnston's Jolly,The Nek and Chunuk Bair New Zealand memorial. During the tour there will be a lunch break. Late in the afternoon, we will arrive in Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 13

Thursday, Istanbul Spice Bazaar and Bosphorus Cruise
After breakfast we depart for the Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar). The air here is filled with the enticing aromas of cinnamon, caraway, saffron, mint, thyme and every other conceivable herb and spice. Bosphorus Cruise-a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. Overnight in Istanbul

Day 14

Friday, Istanbul
After breakfast check out from the hotel. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another TravelShop Turkey Tour. We wish you a safe trip home and thank you for choosing TravelShop Turkey.

Extra Information

Inclusions -

Tour Includes Professional tour guide All transportation by local air-conditioned bus service 3 nights accommodation in Istanbul with breakfast 5 night accommodation in Uludag with breakfast and Dinner 2 night accommodation in Kusadasi with breakfast and Dinner 1 night accommodation in Pamukkale with breakfast and Dinner 1 night accommodation in Bergama with breakfast and Dinner 1 night accommodation in Canakkale with breakfast and Dinner All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary (excluding skii lift passes and equipment hire) Free airport Airport Transfer

Exclusions -

Extra Cost Ski lift tickets Skii equipment hire

Extras -

10% Discounts for early bookings to Ski Holidays, Ski Tours Bursa Turkey and Istanbul City Tours, Pamukkale Tours, Ephesus Tours Turkey