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Tour Overview

Experience history coming to life on a nine-day family adventure from the coast of Antalya to the diverse city of Istanbul. Spend a day sailing on the Mediterranean coast with a boat trip in Kas, take a history lesson outside of the classroom with a local guide in the ancient city of Ephesus and visit the ruins of Troy and Gallipoli. Finish your adventure in Istanbul with a free day to explore at your own pace and a local leader to lean on for the best recommendations and the inside scoop.

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Trip Code: ERFA

Start

Antalya

End

Istanbul

Destination

Turkey

Meals

8 breakfasts, 2 dinners

Transport

private vehicle

Accommodation

Hotels (8 nights)

Days

9

Max Group Size

Min 2 - Max 16

Min Age

5

Style

Originali

Physical

2i

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Spend a full day sailing in the Mediterranean in Kas and have a homecooked lunch on the boat after an afternoon of swimming and soaking up the sun.

  • See the impossibly blue natural hot springs of Pamukkale, which have been used as a spa since 200 BC and are believed to have healing properties.

  • Visit ancient sites like Troy, Gallipoli and ANZAC Cove for real-world educational experiences outside of the classroom.

  • Take a trip to the city of Ephesus and check out the world’s best preserved Greco-Roman classical sites with a local guide.

  • Explore Istanbul at your own pace with a free day of sightseeing its iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar.

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included

Inclusions and activities

Meals

8 breakfasts, 2 dinners

Transport

private vehicle

Accommodation

Hotels (8 nights)

Included activities

  • Antalya - 5pm meeting + welcome dinner
  • Kas - Boat cruise with lunch
  • Pamukkale - Hierapolis and Travertines National Park
  • Selcuk - Ephesus + Gozleme demonstration/lunch
  • Canakkale - Visit Troia (Troy) ancient city

Optional activities

    Is This Trip Right for You?

    Is this trip right for you?

    • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

    • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

    • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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