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DAY 1 WELCOME TO ISTANBUL Welcome to Istanbul. On arrival, a representative will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Join your Travel Director at 18:30 for a Welcome Dinner, where you'll get to know your fellow travellers. (DW) Grand Hyatt Istanbul. DAY 2 GALLIPOLI AND ANZAC COVE Make your way along the shores of the Sea of Marmara to historic Gallipoli. Located in the southern part of East Thrace, it was here that for nine months during the Great War, Anzac troops fought to gain control of the Dardanelles Strait. Learn more about these events as you visit Anzac Cove and Lone Pine Cemetrey. (B) DoubleTree by Hilton Canakkale, Canakkale. DAY 3 TROY, PERGAMON AND IZMIR Begin your day with a trip to Homer's city of Troy, the focal point of the Trojan War. A replica of the mighty Trojan horse, which helped the Greeks capture the city in 1200 B.C., can be seen beside the city's walls. Joina MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Copmadam, a women's co-op turning recycled materials into unique items, and addressing women's employment issues. Continue your journey to Pergamon. Once a powerful ancient Greek city, you'll find the Asklepion temple here, built in honor of Asklepios, the god of medicine. End your day in the coastal city of Izmir. (B) (DW) Swissotel Biiyiik Efes, Izmir. DAY 4 ANCIENT EPHESUS AND KUSADASI Relaxed Start. Start your morning with a trip to the nearby town of Selcuk. Home to the House of the Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis, you'll begin with an educational visit to the Archaeological Museum. Delve into the area's history as you explore the museum's exhibits. Later, explore the famous site itself. Walk through the colonnaded Arcadian Way, see the Library of Celsus and the huge Amphitheater, before visiting the House of the Virgin Mary. (B) (DW) Charisma De Luxe Hotel, Kusadasi. DAY 5 THE POOLS OF PAMUKKALE This morning, head to a local organic farm and meet the agricultural director, who will take you on a walking tour of the eco-friendly lands. You'll have the satisfying task of picking fruits and vegetables from his fields. Delight in a mouth-watering Farm-to-Table lunch, prepared with fresh produce from the farm. Next, make your way to Pamukkale. Visit the ruins of the ancient Roman spa city of Hierapolis, founded in 190 B.C. You'll see the city's well- preserved theater and its turquoise travertine pools. (B) (L) (DW) Doga Thermal Health & Spa, Pamukkale. DAY 6 KONYA, THE WHIRLING DERVISHES AND CAPPADOCIA Today, you'll explore Konya. The home of the Whirling Dervish, this city offers tradition in abundance. Visit the Meviana Tekke museum, with its recognisable turquoise dome. See the Karatay Madrasa, built in 1251, before moving on to the Ince Minaret, a 13th century madrasa. Continue your journey to Urgup, an historic town in the heart of Cappadocia. Your abode for the night is the unique Alfina Cave Hotel Cappadocia, built in old cave dwellings. (B) (DW) Alfina Cave Hotel Cappadocia. DAY 7 THE UNDERGROUND CITIES OF CAPPADOCIA EXPERIENCE Move on to Géreme, a town in the Cappadocia region of Turkey. Explore its rock-hewn churches decorated with ancient wall paintings before moving on to the Pasabag Valley. Later, visit the underground city of Ozkonak, where you'll have time to explore its tunnels and caves with your Travel Director before joining a Cappadocian local who has lived in the city for decades and take a tour of their cave house. Dinner tonight will be accompanied by a performance of Whirling Dervishes. 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As you make your way from Eminénii to the Black Sea, witness the area's beautiful Ottoman palaces and fortresses lining the waterfront. (B) Grand Hyatt Istanbul. DAY 10 IsTANBUL & THE OTTOMAN EMPIRE Take in the sites of Istanbul. In the morning, visit the historic Blue Mosque with its tiled interiors. See the Hippodrome, where Roman chariot races were held, before exploring Hagia Sophia. Built in A.D. 537. itis famous for its domed roof. Visit the Topkapi Palace, perched above the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. Enjoy the excitement of bargaining in the bustling Grand Bazaar. In the evening, join your fellow travellers for a Celebration Dinner at a local restaurant. (B) (DW) DAY 11 FAREWELL ISTANBUL It's time to say goodbye to your new friends, as your trip comes to an end. A transfer will take you tothe airport for your onward flights. (B) TOP RATED HIGHLIGHT Visit Troy and view the huge reconstructed Trojan Horse. 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