Grand Bazaar in Istanbul

Colours of the Grand Bazaar. The Grand Bazaar (Turkish: Kapal?çar??, meaning Covered Bazaar) in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with more than 58 covered streets and over 4,000 shops which attract between 250,000 and half a million visitors daily.

12 days

Fez Bus Silk Trail

Tour Overview

12 day Budget quality tour from $725

Visiting - Kusadasi, Pamukkale, Bodrum, Marmaris, Fethiye, ;Kas, Olympos, Konya, Cappadocia, Ankara, Istanbul

Activities - Culture, History, Archaeology, Sun/Beach

Kusadasi

Day 1
Tuesday

Welcome to Turkey! Depending upon your arrival time today, you could absorb yourself in history with an optional tour of one of the seven ancient wonders of the world, the site of the Temple of Artemis and the best-preserved ancient city in Turkey, Ephesus or simply spend the day relaxing on an Aegean Beach. Overnight Kusadasi

Bodrum

Day 2
Wednesday
breakfast

Today, we will drive through Pamukkale where you can choose to do a tour to Pamukkale, paddle in the natural calcium formations, known as travertines, and visit the ancient spa town of Hierapolis before heading to Turkish Riviera - Bodrum. Overnight Bodrum

Bodrum

Day 3
Thursday
breakfast

Today is a day for choices. You can choose to do an optional tour of Dalyan, experience the therapeutic properties of the mud and thermal baths or maybe you would prefer to visit Bodrum castle and Antique Theater of Halicarnassus. Overnight Bodrum

Bodrum to Fethiye via Marmaris

Day 4
Friday
breakfast

Today we drive towards the picturesque resort town of Fethiye. On the way we will have the chance to visit another resort town Marmaris. Overnight Fethiye

Fethiye

Day 5
Saturday
breakfast

Today you have the option to relax on a day cruise around the 12 Islands of Fethiye, go paragliding or maybe chill out on a nearby beach, the choice is yours. Overnight Fethiye. If you choose the Shoestring option with Gulet, then today you will board your traditional handmade Gulet and cruise your way through to Day 8 in Olympos.

Fethiye to Kas

Day 6
Sunday
breakfast

We drive along the Turquoise coast today, stopping for a swim at the spectacular Kaputas beach and then continue to Kas, traditionally a small Turkish fishing village. Overnight Kas

Kas to Olympos

Day 7
Monday
breakfast & dinner

This morning we will head to world famous tree houses of Olympos. In the afternoon, you have time for some relaxation, you can do nothing but chill out and meet new people or you could try a host of adventure activities on offer - rock climbing, diving and canyoning just to name a few. Don't miss out on your chance to see the natural phenomenon of the mythical flames of Chimera. Overnight Olympos

Olympos

Day 8
Tuesday
breakfast & dinner

Another day for choices, with so many options you will be wishing you could stay for a week. Overnight Olympos

Olympos to Cappadocia

Day 9
Wednesday
breakfast

Early morning we head out to follow an ancient silk trade route across the Anatolian Plain, on the way you will have the opportunity to visit the Mevlana Museum in Konya and then the Sultanhani Caravansary just as the ancient traders did. Overnight Cappadocia

Cappadocia

Day 10
Thursday
breakfast

This morning you have the option of taking a hot-air balloon ride in a region famed for being one of the best places in the world for ballooning. You will be back in plenty of time for the optional tour to check out the carved cave villages, underground cities and spectacular fairy chimney formations. Overnight Cappadocia

Cappadocia

Day 11
Friday
breakfast

Today you are free to explore the wonders of Cappadocia at your own pace. Tonight, do not miss the optional Turkish Folklore evening, which includes nearly 3 hrs of entertainment and all the food and drink you can handle! Overnight Cappadocia

Cappadocia to Istanbul via Ankara

Day 12
Saturday
breakfast

Early morning start today as we head back to Istanbul, via Ankara, the nation’s Capital. You will have time to visit the mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk and discover what happened to the Turkish nation after the ANZAC's left. Upon arrival at the Sultan Hostel your tour concludes and sadly it is time to say good bye to new friends.

What's included

  • English speaking Tour Leader on the bus giving you a wealth of super interesting and useful info. (All optional tours are conducted by English speaking professional tour guide)
  • Guided tour of Pamukkale. (Entrance fees not included)
  • Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking bus
  • 11 nights in shared (twin/double/triple) budget accommodation. (Gulet option includes 8 budget accommodation and 3 nights cabin share accommodation)
  • 11 breakfasts, 2 dinners (Gulet option includes 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners)

Not included

  • Suggested optional activities and sightseeing
  • Entrance fees to the various sites

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Single travellers that are happy to share with someone of their own sex do not need to select single supplement. On the rare occasions that there is no option but to charge for a S.S. we will advise you before completing your booking

However with pre and post tour accommodation we are unable to allocate shared accommodation and so single travellers must pay the single supplement with any pre or post tour accommodation they purchase.

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