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		<title>Backpacker’s Highlights Tour-2 (13 days)</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:30:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Day 1 Istanbul 
Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to Orient Hostel located in the heart of the old city, Sultanahmet. The remainder of the day is yours free to explore. Overnight Istanbul.
Day 2  Istanbul- Cappadocia 
Free day in İstanbul
19:00 Free shutle Service from Orient Hostel
20:30 Overnight bus to Cappadocia
Day 3: Cappadocia  [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p><strong>Day 1 Istanbul</strong> </p>
<p>Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to Orient Hostel located in the heart of the old city, Sultanahmet. The remainder of the day is yours free to explore. Overnight Istanbul.</p>
<p><strong>Day 2  Istanbul- Cappadocia</strong> </p>
<p>Free day in İstanbul<br />
19:00 Free shutle Service from Orient Hostel<br />
20:30 Overnight bus to Cappadocia</p>
<p><strong>Day 3: Cappadocia  (B + L)</strong><br />
Arrive in Cappadocia Met on arrival  and check-in to Hostel .You will be picked up from your hotel around 09:00 and start to visit;<br />
Full day tour of North Cappadocia. In this day you will be able to see; Devrent Valley, Monks Valley, Avanos, Göreme Open Air Museum, Uçhisar, overnight in cave hostel.  </p>
<p><strong>Day 4: Cappadocia &#8211; Olympos  (B + L)</strong><br />
Breakfast &#038; check out the hostel or hotel . 09:30 You will be picked up from your hostel or hotel for Full day tour of South Cappadocia. In this day you will be able to see: Kızılçukur, Cavuşin, Hospital Monastry, Kaymaklı Underground City, Pigeon Hosue, After the tour, transfer to bus station. 20:30 Depart from Olympos.</p>
<p><strong>Day 5: Olympos  (B + D)</strong><br />
Free day in Olympos<br />
Dinner and  Overnight in Tree  House </p>
<p><strong>Day 6: Blue Cruise (B + L + D) ( Olympos to Fethiye )<br />
1.Day:</strong>Pick-ups from the tree houses in Olympos between 10:00-10:30. Bus transfer to the archaeological site of Myra, and to Demre for the St-Nicholas Church when requested, shopping, banking and lunch. Boat departure from the harbour of Demre between 1 and 2 p.m. Pirates Cave (sea conditions permitting), Sunken City of Kekova (this Lycian-Roman archaeological site is protected, so only looking!). Simena, a traditional Turkish fishing village with no car access and Byzantine/Ottoman castle. In Gokkaya Bay optional water sports are available. Dinner, relax in this pirates haven or party the night away at the Smugglers Inn.<br />
<strong>Day 7: Blue Cruise (B + L + D) ( Olympos to Fethiye )<br />
2.Day:</strong>Breakfast. Departure to Kas. A swim stop in a nice and quiet bay in front of the little town. Lunch. Visit of this charming fishing village. Of ancient Antiphellos, as Kas was once known, only Lycian rock tombs &#038; sarcophagi and the Roman theatre are left. But the charm of the town remains! Near Kalkan we stop in Aquarium or Firnaz Bay (dinner &#038; 2nd night).<br />
<strong>Day 8: Blue Cruise (B + L + D) ( Olympos to Fethiye )<br />
3.Day:</strong>Around sunrise we depart for Butterfly Valley where we stop (sea conditions permitting!) for breakfast, swimming and to visit this natural reserve, hosting 136 kinds of different butterflies and moths. Oludeniz (The Blue Lagoon) is our next stop, again sea conditions permitting! Option for paragliding available. Lunch. Last stop of the day is St-Nicholas Island. Byzantine ruins, swim, dinner &#038; 3rd night.<br />
<strong>Day 9: Blue Cruise (B + L ) ( Olympos to Fethiye )<br />
4.Day:</strong>Breakfast. Departure for Samanlik Bay (swim &#038; lunch). Finally we sail to Fethiye Harbour where we arrive between 3 and 4 p.m. Check-in to Hostel Overnight<br />
<strong>Day 10: Fethiye (B) </strong>Breakfast and Check-out<br />
Free Day in Fethiye.<br />
Bus to Pamukkale<br />
Overnight in Pamukkale.<br />
<strong>Day 11: Pamukkale-Selcuk (B-L) </strong><br />
Breakfast &#038; check out the hostel or hotel. 08:30 You will be picked up from your hotel for Full day tour of Pamukkale. In Pamukkale, you will see the Cotton Cliffs, one of the natural wonders of the world formed by deposits of calcareous salts. Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its basilica , theatre and Roman Baths.<br />
After the tour, transfer to bus station ,bus to Selcuk. Overnight in Selcuk .<br />
<strong>Day 12: Selcuk-İstanbul (B-L) </strong><br />
09:30 You will be picked up from your hotel for Full day tour of Ephesus &#038; The House of Virgin Mary. First you will visit The Temple of Artemis, which once was one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. Then you will visit the world famous ancient Greco-Roman City of Ephesus, the most well preserved example in the world. After visiting this impressive site, you will have a lunch break. After lunch, you will visit The House of Virgin Mary, where it is believed she spent her last days. This is a holy place for both Christians and Muslims.<br />
After the tour, you will be transferred to bus station. Overnight bus to İstanbul. </p>
<p><strong>Day 13: İstanbul </strong><br />
07:30 Arrive back in Istanbul &#038; transfer to Orient Hostel  .</p>
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		<title>Backpacker&#8217;s Highlights Tour-1(15days)</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:12:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Backpacker’s Highlights Tour-1
Day 1 Istanbul 
Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to Orient Hostel located in the heart of the old city, Sultanahmet. The remainder of the day is yours free to explore. Overnight Istanbul.
Day 2  Istanbul Bosphorus &#038; Two Continents  (B-L)
08:30 Pick up from the hotel  ,visit to;
-City Walls
-Spice Bazaar
-Tour [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Backpacker’s Highlights Tour-1</p>
<p>Day 1 Istanbul </p>
<p>Welcome to Istanbul! You will be transferred to Orient Hostel located in the heart of the old city, Sultanahmet. The remainder of the day is yours free to explore. Overnight Istanbul.</p>
<p>Day 2  Istanbul Bosphorus &#038; Two Continents  (B-L)<br />
08:30 Pick up from the hotel  ,visit to;<br />
-City Walls<br />
-Spice Bazaar<br />
-Tour on the Bosphorus<br />
-Rumeli Fortress<br />
-Lunch<br />
-Beylerbeyi Palace<br />
-Camlica Hill<br />
17:30  End of the tour, transfer to hotel.</p>
<p>P.S : Also visioned during the tour ,Çırağan Palace Hotel Kempinski,Ortaköy Mosque,Military Highschool,Bosphorus Bridge,Dolmabahçe Palace from the sea.</p>
<p>Closed:  Spice Bazaar on Sunday ./ Replaced with  Pierre Loti.            Beylerbeyi Palace on Monday and Thursday /Replaced with Chora Museum.</p>
<p>Day 3 Istanbul to Gallipoli  ( B-L)<br />
One of the most emotionally and touching places in Turkey, today we visit the WWI Battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, the Nek, Johnston&#8217;s Jolly and the Kaba Tepe Gallipoli Museum. Overnight .  </p>
<p>Day 4 Gallipoli to Selcuk via Troy  (B)<br />
Today we step back in time as we visit Troy, famous for the legendary Trojan Horse from the times of beautiful Helen, Queen of Sparta and Paris, the Trojan Prince. Bus to Selcuk via İzmir. Overnight. </p>
<p>Day 5 Ephesus   (B-L)<br />
Full day tour of Ephesus &#038; The House of Virgin Mary starts around 09:00. First you will visit The Temple of Artemis, which once was one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. Then you will visit the world famous ancient Greco-Roman City of Ephesus, the most well preserved example in the world. After visiting this impressive site, you will have a lunch break. After lunch you will visit The House of Virgin Mary, where it is believed she spent her last days. This is a holy place for both Christians and Muslims. End of the tour transfer to hostel and Overnight.  </p>
<p>Day 6: Pamukkale &#8211; Fethiye (B + L)<br />
You will be picked up from hostel after the breakfast. Then driven to Pamukkale which is the center of natural thermal spring waters with healing properties. Due to the chemical properties in the water, pure white colored travertines and stepped water terraces have been created on the mountain slope. It is for its resemblance to cotton piles that it is called &#8220;Cotton Castle&#8221; in Turkish. Visit the travertines and the Ancient City of Hierapolis which has the biggest Nekropol with 1200 gravestones in Anatolia. The sacred pool also is one of the highlights of the site. There shallow thermal waters ripple over a wonderful scattering of ancient roman ruins which lie beneath. Bus to Fethiye. Make your own way to Hostel .Check in to hostel Overnight in Fethiye. </p>
<p>Day 7: Blue Cruise 4 days – 3 nights (From Fethiye to Olimpos) (B + L )<br />
1.Day: Fethiye<br />
You will picked up from hotel after breakfast and transfer to harbour. Departure from Fethiye Harbour between 11 and 12 a.m. to Samanlik Bay for swimming &#038; lunch.  Butterfly Valley (sea conditions permitting) is our next stop for a swim &#038; to visit this natural reserve, hosting 136 kinds of different butterflies and moths.  Afterwards we cruise to Ölüdeniz (The Blue Lagoon) again sea conditions permitting. Option for paragliding available. Last stop of the day is St-Nicholas Island. Visit the Byzantine ruins, swim, dinner &#038; 1st night </p>
<p>Day 8: Blue Cruise (B + L + D)<br />
2.Day: Kalkan-Kas-Kekova<br />
Around sunrise departure to Aquarium or Firnaz Bay near Kalkan for breakfast &#038; swimming. Cruising to Kas where we stop in the harbour for lunch &#038; visit of this charming fishing village. Of ancient Antiphellos, as Kas was once known, only Lycian rock tombs &#038; sarcophagi and the Roman theatre are left. But the charm of the town remains!  In a bay near Kekova we stop for swimming, dinner &#038; the 2nd night </p>
<p>Day 9: Blue Cruise (B + L + D)<br />
3.Day: Sunken City-Simena<br />
Breakfast.  Departure to Sunken City of Kekova (this Lycian- Roman archaeological site is protected, so only looking!).  Simena, a traditional Turkish fishing village with no car access and Byzantine/Ottoman castle.  In Gökkaya Bay water sports are available. Dinner, relax in this pirates haven or party the night away at the Smugglers Inn. </p>
<p>Day 10: Blue Cruise (B + L + D)<br />
4.Day: Myra-Demre-Olympos<br />
After breakfast we have a look at the Pirates Cave before cruising to Andriace harbour (lunch).  Bus transfer to the archaeological site of Myra, and to Demre for the St-Nicholas Church, shopping and banking when requested.  Bus transfer to all Tree houses in Olympos where we arrive between 4 and 6 p.m. Check in to top tree houses. Diner &#038; Overnight. </p>
<p>Day 11: Olympos (B + D)<br />
Free Day.<br />
Dinner &#038; Overnight. </p>
<p>Day 12: Olympos &#8211; Cappadocia (B)<br />
FREE DAY.<br />
Overnight bus to Cappadocia. </p>
<p>Day 13: Cappadocia  (B + L)<br />
You will be picked up from your hotel around 09:00 and start to visit;<br />
Full day tour of North Cappadocia. In this day you will be able to see; Devrent Valley, Monks Valley, Avanos, Göreme Open Air Museum, Uçhisar, overnight in cave hostel.  </p>
<p>Day 14: Cappadocia &#8211; Istanbul  (B + L)<br />
Breakfast &#038; check out the hostel or hotel . 09:30 You will be picked up from your hostel or hotel for Full day tour of South Cappadocia. In this day you will be able to see: Kızılçukur, Cavuşin, Hospital Monastry, Kaymaklı Underground City, Pigeon Hosue, After the tour, transfer to bus station. 20:30 Depart from Cappadocia.</p>
<p>DAY 15 / Arrive in İstanbul<br />
07:30 Arrive back in Istanbul &#038; transfer to Orient Hostel  .</p>
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		<title>Pamukkale Tour by Plane</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:29:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>berkay</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you like to visit Pamukkale and you dont have enough time; you can join pamukkale day tour from Istanbul. One Day Tour to Pamukkale; we also provide Pamukkale day tour from istanbul by plane. If you would like to make private day tour in istanbul or to Pamukkale as a day tour from Istanbul. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>If you like to visit Pamukkale and you dont have enough time; you can join pamukkale day tour from Istanbul. One Day Tour to Pamukkale; we also provide Pamukkale day tour from istanbul by plane. If you would like to make private day tour in istanbul or to Pamukkale as a day tour from Istanbul. Let us know.</p>
<p>Pamukkale Tour Itinerary<br />
05:00 Hotel pick up in Istanbul<br />
05:30 Arrival airport for fly from Istanbul to Denizli<br />
06:30 Fly From Istanbul to Izmir<br />
07:30 Arrival in Izmir Airport and Transfer to Pamukkale<br />
08:30 Arrival<br />
08:30 to 09:30 Resting<br />
09:30 Depart for Pamukkale Day Tour<br />
What to See in Pamukkale Day Tour</p>
<p>Hiera Police Ancient City<br />
Travertens<br />
Thermal Siwiming Pool<br />
Antique Teather<br />
Pamukkale Day Tour Description<br />
You will see the Cotton Cilifts. Pamukkale is an extraordinary natural wonder. The calceus waters rise from the ground at a temperature of 35 C and tumple down the mountain from a height of 100 meters, forming a myriad of pools. Cream-colored stalactites are formed as the water overflows from the pools, creating a breathtaking sight unequalled in the world. Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its Basilica, theatre, Roman Bath and Necropolis. After the tour free time .</p>
<p>16:00 End of the Pamukkale Day Tour<br />
16:00 &#8211; 18:00 Rest in Selcuk<br />
18:00 Depart from Selcuk to Denizli Airport<br />
19:00 Arrival in Denizli Airport for Fly from Denizli to Istanbul<br />
20:00 Fly From Denizli to Istanbul</p>
<p>Day Tour From Istanbul to Pamukkale<br />
What Is Included in Pamukkale Day Tour<br />
Airport Transfer in Istanbul and Denizli<br />
Flight Tickets ( Istanbul &#8211; Denizli &#8211; Istanbul )<br />
Pamukkale Day Trip with lunch<br />
Guiding Service in the tour<br />
All Transportation by non-smoking and Airconditioned Vehicle<br />
Lunch<br />
Local Taxes<br />
Service Charges </p>
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		<title>Daily Bursa Tours</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bursa Day Tour Itinerary
08:00 Hostel or Hotel pick up in Istanbul
08:15 Arrival port for Ferry to Yalova Bursa tour
08:30 Ferry From Istanbul to Yalova for Bursa tour
09:30 Arrival in Yalova and Continue by car to Bursa
10:30 Arrival in Bursa and Start for Bursa Tour
Bursa Tours Description
Bursa tours will be started with hotel pick up.
Bursa tours [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Bursa Day Tour Itinerary<br />
08:00 Hostel or Hotel pick up in Istanbul<br />
08:15 Arrival port for Ferry to Yalova Bursa tour<br />
08:30 Ferry From Istanbul to Yalova for Bursa tour<br />
09:30 Arrival in Yalova and Continue by car to Bursa<br />
10:30 Arrival in Bursa and Start for Bursa Tour</p>
<p>Bursa Tours Description</p>
<p>Bursa tours will be started with hotel pick up.<br />
Bursa tours will be ended with hotel drop off</p>
<p>Bursa Tours:We travel by ferry to Yalova, from istanbul for bursa tour. Then by luxury coach to the city of Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire and one of the greatest treasure houses of Islamic architecture. We will first visit the Green Mosque and the neighbouring Green Mausoleum, both world-renowned for their superb tile decoration, as well as the late 14th century Great Mosque and the Koza Han, which for centuries was the center of Bursa&#8217;s flourishing silk trade. After enjoying a leisurely cable car ride up the steep slopes of Mount Olympus (Turkish: Uludag), we drive to the historic village of Cumahkizik. This is one of the best preserved Ottoman villages in Turkey with scores of picturesque houses built in the traditional style, with i projecting bays called &#8220;cumba&#8221;, pronounced &#8220;joomba&#8221;. Lunch is at one of Bursa&#8217;s most famous traditional Turkish restaurants, the Daruzziyafe, where we will enjoy &#8211; the finest authentic Ottoman cuisine in a historic setting, where Sultan Murat the Second once dined.<br />
Bursa Tour is available everyday, in the end of the bursa travel we will transfer you back to your hostel or hotel.</p>
<p>17:00 End of the Bursa Day Tour<br />
17:00 &#8211; 17:30 Rest<br />
17:30 Depart For Yalova<br />
18:30 Arrival in Yalova and farry to Istanbul Arrival and Transfer to Hostel or Hotel in the end of the Bursa Day Trip<br />
19:30 Arrival in Istanbul and Transfer to Hotel end of the Bursa Tour</p>
<p>Day Tour From Istanbul to Bursa<br />
What Is Included in Bursa Tours<br />
Hotel Pick up and Drop off in Istanbul<br />
Fery Tickets ( Istanbul &#8211; Yalova &#8211; Istanbul )<br />
Bursa Day Tours with lunch<br />
Guiding Service in the tours of bursa<br />
All Transportation by non-smoking and Airconditioned Vehicle<br />
Lunch<br />
Local Taxes<br />
Service Charges </p>
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		<title>Ephesus-Pamukkale Tours by Plane</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:16:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. DAY &#8211; ISTANBUL TO EPHESUS BY PLANE
EPHESUS TOUR
05:00 Hostel or Hotel pick up in Istanbul
05:30 Arrival airport for fly from Istanbul to Izmir
06:30 Fly From Istanbul to Izmir
07:30 Arrival in Izmir Airport and Transfer to Ephesus ( Selcuk )
08:30 Arrival in Selcuk
08:30 to 09:30 Resting
09:30 Depart for Ephesus Day Tour
What to See in Ephesus [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>1. DAY &#8211; ISTANBUL TO EPHESUS BY PLANE<br />
EPHESUS TOUR<br />
05:00 Hostel or Hotel pick up in Istanbul<br />
05:30 Arrival airport for fly from Istanbul to Izmir<br />
06:30 Fly From Istanbul to Izmir<br />
07:30 Arrival in Izmir Airport and Transfer to Ephesus ( Selcuk )<br />
08:30 Arrival in Selcuk<br />
08:30 to 09:30 Resting<br />
09:30 Depart for Ephesus Day Tour</p>
<p>What to See in Ephesus  Tour</p>
<p>Ephesus Library<br />
Artimis Temple<br />
Isabey Museum<br />
Virgin Mary House<br />
Ephesus Museum<br />
End Of the Ephesus Tour Overnight in Selcuk</p>
<p>2. DAY &#8211; PAMUKKALE TOUR &#038; FLY TO ISTANBUL </p>
<p>What to See in Pamukkale Tour</p>
<p>Hiera Police Ancient City<br />
Travertens<br />
Thermal Siwiming Pool<br />
Antique Teather<br />
End Of the Pamukkale tour Transfer to Airport Fly to Istanbul<br />
Met on Arrival and Transfer to Hostel or Hotel<br />
17:00 End of the Pamukkale Tour<br />
17:00 Transfer to Airport<br />
18:00 Arrival<br />
19:00 Fly to Istanbul<br />
20:00 Arrival in Istanbul. Met on Arrival and Transer to hostel or hotel<br />
The end of The Ephesus and Pamukkale Tours</p>
<p>What Is Included in Ephesus &#8211; Pamukkale Tours<br />
Pick up &#038; Drop off Hostel or Hotel in Istanbul<br />
Airport Transfers in Istanbul and Izmir<br />
Flight Tickets ( Istanbul &#8211; Izmir &#8211; Istanbul )<br />
Lunch in the Tour<br />
Museum Tickets<br />
Guiding Services<br />
Hostel or Hotel with breakfast<br />
All Transportation by non-smoking &#038; Airconditioned touristical vehicles<br />
Vat.<br />
Service Charge </p>
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		<title>Daily Ephesus Tour by Plane</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:09:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ephesus Day Tour by plane!..
If you like to visit ephesus in one day. One Day Tour To Ephesus is available from istanbul every day. If you have limited time. Ephesus day trip included: Ephesus Library, Artemis temple, Isabey mosque, Virgin mary hous tours. Ephesus Day Tour From Istanbul or Other Cities you can join every [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Ephesus Day Tour by plane!..<br />
If you like to visit ephesus in one day. One Day Tour To Ephesus is available from istanbul every day. If you have limited time. Ephesus day trip included: Ephesus Library, Artemis temple, Isabey mosque, Virgin mary hous tours. Ephesus Day Tour From Istanbul or Other Cities you can join every day by plane or by bus to Ephesus Tours &#8211; Trips.</p>
<p> Ephesus Tour Itinerary<br />
05:00 Hotel pick up in Istanbul<br />
05:30 Arrival airport for fly from Istanbul to Izmir<br />
06:30 Fly From Istanbul to Izmir<br />
07:30 Arrival in Izmir Airport and Transfer to Ephesus ( Selcuk )<br />
08:30 Arrival in Selcuk<br />
08:30 to 09:30 Resting<br />
09:30 Depart for Ephesus Day Tour</p>
<p>What to See in Ephesus Day Tour</p>
<p>Ephesus Library<br />
Artimis Temple<br />
Isabey Museum<br />
Virgin Mary House<br />
Ephesus Museum<br />
Ephesus Day Tour Description<br />
Ephesus Day Tour From Istanbul by plane will pick you up from your hostel or hotel in istanbul.<br />
Ephesus Tours: If you want to visit Ephesus and no enough time, Take a Ephesus Day Tour from Istanbul by plane. Ephesus day tours from Istanbul every day. Ephesus Ancient city and Virgin Mary House.The ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. Then on, to visit Ephesus Ancient City, the best preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. Here you will explore the Agora, Odeon, Curettes Street, public toilets, Celsius Library, Hadrian Temple, Roman Baths, Grand Theatre, Marble Street. After a lunch break depart for the House of Virgin Mary and visit the chapel where she is said to have spent her last day. End of the Ephesus Day Tour You will be transfer to Izmir Airport for fly to Istanbul<br />
End of the ephesus day Tour you will be transfered to your hotel in istanbul<br />
16:00 End of the Ephesus Day Tour<br />
16:00 &#8211; 18:00 Rest in Selcuk<br />
18:00 Depart from Selcuk to Izmir Airport<br />
19:00 Arrival in Izmir Airport for Fly from Izmir to Istanbul<br />
20:00 Fly From Izmir to Istanbul</p>
<p>Day Tour From Istanbul to Ephesus<br />
What Is Included in Ephesus Day Tour<br />
Pick up &#038; Drop off Hostel or Hotel in Istanbul<br />
Airport Transfers in Istanbul and Izmir<br />
Flight Tickets ( Istanbul &#8211; Izmir &#8211; Istanbul )<br />
Lunch in the Tour of Ephesus<br />
Museum Tickets Ephesus Tour<br />
Guiding Services for Ephesus Tour<br />
All Transportation by non-smoking &#038; Airconditioned touristical vehicles<br />
Vat.<br />
Service Charge </p>
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		<title>Cappadocia Tours Package by Plane</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. DAY CAPPADOCIA TOURS : ISTANBUL &#8211; CAPPADOCIA
05:00 Pick up from your hostel or hotel and transfer to Istanbul airport.
06:35 Depart from Istanbul for Kayseri .
07:50 Arrive in Kayseri. Met on Arrive and transfer to Cappadocia.
09:30 You will be picked up from your hostel or hotel for Full day tour of North
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>1. DAY CAPPADOCIA TOURS : ISTANBUL &#8211; CAPPADOCIA<br />
05:00 Pick up from your hostel or hotel and transfer to Istanbul airport.<br />
06:35 Depart from Istanbul for Kayseri .<br />
07:50 Arrive in Kayseri. Met on Arrive and transfer to Cappadocia.<br />
09:30 You will be picked up from your hostel or hotel for Full day tour of North<br />
Cappadocia. In this day you will be able to see:</p>
<p>DEVRENT VALLEY : Devrent is situated on the northern slopes of Aktepe, 1km from Pasabaglari (Monks’ Valley) and 5 km from Avanos. The ruins at Devrent are spread over three valleys, which also house several pointed fairy chimneys with large stems.<br />
MONKS VALLEY : The best place to see three-headed fairy chimneys. Pasabag, the Pasha&#8217;s Vineyard, is surrounded by incredible natural rock formations; a spectacular scene.<br />
AVANOS : A center of terra cotta work of art since 3000 BC, it is a town where you will be invited to visit a traditional pottery workshop, which is possibly set deep into the hillsides. The clay, which comes from the Red River passing through the town, gives life both to the land and to the local economy.<br />
GOREME OPEN AIR MUSEUM : Goreme was an important Christian centre in the early years of the Middle Ages, was a bishopric administered by Mokissos near Aksaray in the 11th and 13th centuries. Despite the vast numer of monasteries, churches and chapels in the vicinity of Göreme, there are not many inscriptions bearing dates. For this reason, these religious buildings are mainly dated according to the iconography or architectural features.<br />
UCHISAR : Uchisar is a troglodyte town situated right in the middle of Cappadocia. It is named after the enormous piece of rock in the center of the town, which was once used as a castle. This extraordinary rock is the highest peak of the area with the view of whole Cappadocia and Erciyes (Argeus) Mountain.<br />
After the tour I. day tour of cappadocia , you will be transferred back to your hotel &#038; Overnight</p>
<p>2. DAY CAPPADOCIA TOURS : CAPPADOCIA &#8211; ISTANBUL<br />
09:30 You will be picked up from your hostel or hotel for Full day tour of South Cappadocia. In this day you will be able to see:<br />
KIZILCUKUR : is an isolated valley behind Urgup. It has beautiful rock formation with some great hidden rock-carved churches. The most interesting part of this area is the countless tracks connecting the small villages and towns through vineyards and gardens like a spider net. It is always possible to see villagers working in the area and offering grapes, apples or apricots to you.<br />
CAVUSIN : One of the oldest settlements in the area, Cavusin is situated 2km from Goreme, on the Göreme-Avanos road. The Church of St.John the Baptist offers a panoramic view of the village. This church and its paintigs date back to the 5th century, making the oldest church in the region. It had a large courtyard which is unusual for Cappadocia, this has been eroded away however.<br />
HOSPITAL MONASTRY : One of the oldest monastries in Cappadocia.<br />
KAYMAKLI : Kaymakli and Derinkuyu underground cities are the two largest and deepest of the 40 others in Cappadocia. They both have eight floors, although not all are open to the public.<br />
PIGEON HOUSE : Visit the pigeon houses and rock formations.<br />
After the tour II. day of cappadocia , transfer to Kayseri airport.</p>
<p>21:50 Depart from Kayseri for Istanbul<br />
23:00 Arrive in Istanbul. Meet on Arrive at the airport and transfer to your hostel or hotel </p>
<p>What Is Included in Cappadocia Tours 2 Days 1 Night<br />
Pick up &#038; Drop off Hostel or Hotel in Istanbul and Cappadocia<br />
Airport Transfers in Istanbul and Kayseri<br />
Flight Tickets ( Istanbul &#8211; Kayseri &#8211; Istanbul )<br />
Hostel or Hotel  in Cappadocia<br />
Lunch in the Tour of Cappadocia<br />
Museum Tickets Cappadocia Day Tour<br />
Guiding Services for Cappadocia Day Tour<br />
All Transportation by non-smoking &#038; Airconditioned touristical vehicles<br />
Vat.<br />
Service Charge </p>
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		<title>Hot Air Balloon Tour -Cappadocia</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:57:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>berkay</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We pick you up from your hotel/hostel with our luxury vehicles (Mercedes Sprinter or Vito) and take you our launch site in the early morning.
-While you have your open buffet breakfast which includes coffee/tea and snacks,we prepare the balloons on the ground. You will have an opportunity to watch. The preparations take just 15min.
-At around [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>We pick you up from your hotel/hostel with our luxury vehicles (Mercedes Sprinter or Vito) and take you our launch site in the early morning.<br />
-While you have your open buffet breakfast which includes coffee/tea and snacks,we prepare the balloons on the ground. You will have an opportunity to watch. The preparations take just 15min.<br />
-At around sunrise,our balloons begin to take off.<br />
-They rise approximately 1000 feet to show you sunrise and extraordinary views of Cappadocia.<br />
-Then they descend and float through the valleys,between fairy chimneys and caves which gives you excellent views to take pictures or videotape.<br />
-The duration of this tour is approx.  1 hour<br />
- The Deluxe tour uses a smaller 10-12 person capacity balloons. This deluxe tour is great for those seeking a more comfortable, intimate setting for their experience of a lifetime.<br />
-Upon landing, we have a champagne toast service for you.<br />
-A commemorative flight certificate<br />
-All our passengers are insured up to 1.000.000 EUR by Allianz.<br />
-At about 8 am,our minibuses will take you back to your hotel/hostel.<br />
-Your entire balloon adventure lasts about 3 hours.</p>
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		<title>İstanbul &amp; Cappadocia &amp; Pamukkale &amp; Ephesus Tour</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:30:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>berkay</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[DAY 1- ISTANBUL
Arrival to ISTANBUL. Met on arrival by Turkland Travel and transfer to Orient hostel. Free Day.  Overnight at the Orient Hostel.
» DAY 2 &#8211; ISTANBUL
After breakfast Start Bosphorus &#038; Two Continents tour. Spice Bazaar, Bosphorus on the boat, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, Camlica Hill. You will take night bus to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>DAY 1- ISTANBUL<br />
Arrival to ISTANBUL. Met on arrival by Turkland Travel and transfer to Orient hostel. Free Day.  Overnight at the Orient Hostel.</p>
<p>» DAY 2 &#8211; ISTANBUL<br />
After breakfast Start Bosphorus &#038; Two Continents tour. Spice Bazaar, Bosphorus on the boat, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, Camlica Hill. You will take night bus to Cappadocia. (B,L)</p>
<p>» DAY 3 &#8211; CAPPADOCIA<br />
Arrival in the morning and transfer to Hostel.Full Day Cappadocia tour.Visit underground city of Kaymakli &#038; Citadel of Uchisar. After lunch visit the valley of Goreme &#038; open air museum, Cavusin village, Pasabag Valley and Avanos. Overnight in hostel. (L)</p>
<p>» DAY 4 &#8211; CAPPADOCIA<br />
After breakfast go to Devrent Valley to see the Fairy Chimney, Zelve Open Air Museum, Monk’s Valley, drive to Avanos for lunch.Goreme open Air Museum and Uchisar Castle. Night bus to Pamukkale. (B,L)</p>
<p>» DAY 5 &#8211; PAMUKKALE &#038; SELCUK<br />
 Arrival and visit the ancient city of Hierrapolis the ruins of the biggest Necropolis Graveyard of the ancient world, Roman Baths, Bazilica and calcium cliffs. After lunch Red Spring.Swimming in Kleopatra Thermal Pool (not included tour prices). Bus to Selcuk, arrival, transfer and check in to Hostel. (L)</p>
<p>» DAY 6 &#8211; SELCUK &#038; ISTANBUL<br />
After breakfast start to Ephesus Tour.Visit Temple of Artemis,Ephesus Ruins (Theatre, Celsius Library,Agora,Odeon,Domitianus Temple,Trajan Fountain, Roman Latrine). Lunch and visit Selcuk Museum and House of Virgin Mary. Night bus to Istanbul. (B,L)</p>
<p>» DAY 7 &#8211; ISTANBUL<br />
Arrive in Istanbul in the morning around 08:00</p>
<p>Tour Includes:</p>
<p>* Transport (Bus ).<br />
* All Transfers.<br />
* Accommodation in dorm room  in the hostels.<br />
* Professional licensed tour guide.<br />
* Entrance Fees.<br />
* V.A.T.<br />
* Please contact us for Hotel upgrades.<br />
* All mention Meals in the program.</p>
<p>(B stands for Breakfast, L stands for Lunch, D stands for Dinner)</p>
<p>Not Included: Drinks, tips to guide, driver  and personal expenses and optional tours.</p>
<p>Departure and arrival times can be changed according to the flights and buses.</p>
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		<title>Ephesus &amp; Pamukkale ( Hierapolis ) Tour by Bus</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:50:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[DAY 1 / Bus from İstanbul to Selçuk / Ephesus
20:00 Pick up from your hostel or hotel &#038; transfer to bus station. 21:30 Depart from Istanbul. Bus trip takes around 10 hours. There are six breaks on the way for your personal needs.
DAY 2 / Arrive in Selçuk / Ephesus
07:30 Arrive Kusadasi or Selçuk. Met [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>DAY 1 / Bus from İstanbul to Selçuk / Ephesus<br />
20:00 Pick up from your hostel or hotel &#038; transfer to bus station. 21:30 Depart from Istanbul. Bus trip takes around 10 hours. There are six breaks on the way for your personal needs.</p>
<p>DAY 2 / Arrive in Selçuk / Ephesus<br />
07:30 Arrive Kusadasi or Selçuk. Met on arrival &#038; transfer to hostel or hotel. You will have some time to relax and fresh up.<br />
09:30 You will be picked up from your hotel for Full day tour of Ephesus &#038; The House of Virgin Mary. First you will visit The Temple of Artemis, which once was one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. Then you will visit the world famous ancient Greco-Roman City of Ephesus, the most well preserved example in the world. After visiting this impressive site, you will have a lunch break. After lunch, you will visit The House of Virgin Mary, where it is believed she spent her last days. This is a holy place for both Christians and Muslims.<br />
After the tour, you will be transferred  back to your hostel or hotel &#038; Overnight</p>
<p>DAY 3 / Pamukkale Tour<br />
Breakfast &#038; check out the hostel or hotel. 08:30 You will be picked up from your hotel for Full day tour of Pamukkale. In Pamukkale, you will see the Cotton Cliffs, one of the natural wonders of the world formed by deposits of calcareous salts. Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its basilica , theatre and Roman Baths.<br />
After the tour, transfer to bus station. 21:00 Depart from Pamukkale.</p>
<p>DAY 4 / Arrive in İstanbul<br />
08:00 Arrive back in Istanbul &#038; transfer to hostel or hotel.</p>
<p>Tour Includes:<br />
All transportation<br />
Acc. (Depanding on your choice hotels can be any sort from hostel to 5 stars hotel)<br />
Lunch<br />
Entrance fee to the various sites.<br />
Transportation in non-smoking mini/midi bus with professional English speaking guide and experienced driver. (Guide in other languages available also on demand)</p>
<p>Not Included: Drinks, tips to guide, driver  and personal expenses and optional tours.</p>
<p>PS. For group requirements other languages are available</p>
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