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14 Days/13 Nights

Trip Details / 2010

Apr 02/May 07/Jun 04/Sep 03/Oct 01/Nov 05

Adult $4,140    Child $3,940    Internal Air $250

Teen discount (12 to 17) $100

Prices based on minimum group size of seven, and are subject to change for smaller groups. Don’t see your travel dates? Please call or email us and we’ll set up a trip to meet your needs.

Day 1: Istanbul – Arrival
You are greeted upon arrival in Istanbul and escorted to your hotel. Remainder of the day is at leisure before welcome briefing by Paris.

Day 2: Istanbul
A fascinating full day tour includes St. Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Roman Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, and the mysterious Grand Bazaar. (B)

Day 3: Istanbul
Explore the Egyptian Spice Market and take the relaxing cruise along the Bosphorus. Then visit the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace. Join our optional dinner which includes Turkish belly dancing. (B)

Day 4: Istanbul – Canakkale
Tour the fabulous Topkapi Palace and drive to Dardanelles. (B,D)

Day 5: Canakkale – Izmir
Tour the ruins of Homer’s Troy in Dardanelles. Then depart for Pergamum to visit the Acropolis and Asclepion. (B,D)

Day 6: Izmir
Enjoy exploring Ephesus, ancient metropolis of Roman Asia Minor and the House of Virgin Mary. Then drive by the Byzantine fortress for a view of the Temple of Artemis. (B,D)

Day 7: Izmir – Pamukkale
Explore the ruins of Thyatira, Sardis, and Philadelphia. (B,D)

Day 8: Pamukkale – Antalya
Marvel at the natural and historical beauty of Hierapolis. Then visit the ancient city of Laodicea and Aphrodisias on the way to Antalya. (B,D)

Day 9: Antalya
Experience Perge’s ancient ruins and Aspendos Roman theatre, followed by sightseeing in the old part of Antalya. (B,D)

Day 10: Antalya – Konya
Cross the Taurus Mountains to reach the Inner Anatolia. Then enjoy a guided tour of the Whirling Dervishes Museum including the tomb of Mevlana and Karatay Theological School. Tonight, an optional tour to the Whirling Dervishes dancing show in this mystic city. (B,D)

Day 11: Konya – Cappadocia
Visit Sultanhani caravanserai and the ancient underground city of Derinkuyu in the volcanic biblical Cappadocia. (B,D)

Day 12: Cappadocia
From 6th to 12th century rock chapels decorated with Christian frescoes in Goreme and the moonlike landscapes are yours to explore. (B,D)

Day 13: Cappadocia – Ankara
Drive to Ankara, the capital of modern Turkey. Then explore the Hittite treasures of the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations in the citadel area. Plus drive by the Mausoleum of Ataturk. (B,D)

Day 14: Ankara – Return
On the behalf of Oba Tours Int’l., Paris escorts you to the airport for the flight home. (B)

PRICE INCLUDES

• Elegant Hotels, such as 5-Star, 4-Star, Historical or Special Boutique Hotels.

• All transfers.

• Ground transportation by deluxe motor coach.

• Portage for two normal size suitcases except at the airport.

• Sightseeing tours as indicated including entrance fees.

• English speaking tour director.

• Meals indicated by the code letters: (B) breakfast, (L) lunch, (D) dinner.

• Hotel service charges, tips and taxes.

• Travel documents kit.

PRICE EXCLUDES

• All airfares.

• Airport taxes.

• Personal expenses.

• Customary tips to drivers and guides, which are made at the traveler’s discretion.

• Optional tours in the package

Due to the seasonal change in pricing, please contact us for the current individual & group rates.