Classical Turkey with Anzac Commemorations

Morning at leisure. In the afternoon you will be picked up from your hotel between 3:30pm and 4:00pm and driven west to the Gallipoli Peninsula. Free time for dinner (own arrangements). Late this evening, head to Anzac Cove to join the gathering crowd and immerse yourself in the atmosphere. It is a night filled with anticipation, a night where sleep is not on the agenda.  
Note: there is no accommodation tonight.

Full day dedicated for attendance at the Dawn Ceremony and Anzac Day commemorations. There is at least a 7km walk to Chunuk Bair. You will pass through various security measures before attending the official ANZAC commemorations. Please prepare to be patient during the security procedures. Participate in the commemorative Dawn Service to remember and honour the countless lives lost. Following the Dawn Service, pay your respects at the battlefields and join the international services. In the afternoon drive back to Istanbul where accommodation is reserved for one night.  *Note: a simple boxed breakfast is included today.

This morning you will depart for Cappadocia. After a picturesque trip along the Salt Lake, one of the largest hypersaline lakes in the world, arrive in Cappadocia for a two-night stay.

Optional (supplement applies): Early morning hot air balloon tour

Embark on a full day excursion in Cappadocia, famous for its distinctive rock formations (referred to as 'fairy chimneys'), amazing caves and historical history. Visit the Kaymakli Underground City, the Open Air Museum in Goreme and the incredible natural fortress in Uchisar. Lunch today in a local restaurant. There will be an opportunity to discover and understand the rich history behind local handicrafts like hand-made carpets, Turkish tiles, onyx, and potteries.

Optional (supplement applies): Night Tour with a Turkish Show and dinner

Early departure for Pamukkale. Pamukkale, meaning "Cotton Castle" in Turkish, derived its name from the striking natural landscape and is famous for its travertine terraces made from minerals deposited by thermal waters. En-route visit the 13th century Seljukian masterpiece, Sultanhan Caravanserai - one of the best examples of Seljuk architecture in Turkey and one of the largest medieval caravanserais in the country - built to shelter the caravaneers, their animals and cargo and keep them safe from highwaymen as they travelled along the ancient Silk Route. Proceed to Konya where you will visit the Mausoleum of Mevlana, housing the tomb of Mevlana Rumi the great 13th-century Sufi poet and founder of the Mevlevi (Whirling) Dervish order. Continue to Pamukkale for an overnight stay.

Explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, with its spectacular ruins and magnificent Necropolis, one of the best preserved in Turkey offering an insight into the funerary practices of the Greco-Roman era. Marvel at the spectacular lime terraces cascading down the side of the hill before travelling on to Selcuk to visit the Temple of Artemis ''one of the seven wonders of the ancient world''. Proceed to Kusadasi for a two-night stay.

Today discover the ancient city of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of Turkey's most significant ancient cities. Explore its marbled streets, visit the magnificent Library of Celsus, the impressive open-air Amphitheatre, and the Temple of Hadrian dating back to the 2nd Century. Lunch today will be in a nomadic tent in Selcuk to taste Turkish Gozleme. Continue to the village of Sirince, where you can experience one of the most beautiful villages in Turkey and take the opportunity to taste their delicious wines, before returning to Kusadasi.

This morning you will be transferred to Izmir Airport for your flight to Istanbul. On arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel where accommodation has been reserved for two nights.

Embark on a full day guided tour of some of the best sites of Istanbul, the city where east meets west. Originally founded as Byzantium, then known as Constantinople, after Constantine the Great, Istanbul is home to many fascinating sites. The first stop on your tour is Topkapi Palace Museum, residence of the Ottoman Sultans from 1453 to 1852. Continue to the Blue Mosque built between 1609 and 1616 and famous for its blue ceramic tiles; the Hippodrome which was once the centre of life where chariot racing and other public events took place; and view the incredible Hagia Sophia Mosque from the outside - originally built in 537ad this marvel of engineering is famed for the giant dome, an incredible feat for the time period and considered as one of the world’s greatest architectural wonders. Your last stop will be the famous Grand Bazaar. With over 60 streets and 4000 shops, there is a bargain to be found here.

After breakfast you will be transferred to Istanbul Airport for your onward flight.
Departure transfer will be via scheduled shuttle to Istanbul Airport at either 9:00am or 1:00pm.

• 24/7 local operator support in Turkey
• 10 nights’ hotel accommodation
• Breakfast daily at hotels
• 2 lunches
• 5 dinners
• Arrival transfer on Day 1 by private vehicle Istanbul Airport (IST)/hotel | Departure transfer on Day 10 by shuttle hotel/Istanbul (IST) airport (shuttles at 9:00am or 1:00pm). (Surcharge applies for transfers from/to Sabiha Gocken (SAW) airport)
• Transportation by air-conditioned coach
• Complimentary 4G Wi-Fi internet service onboard the coach
• Economy class domestic air ticket Izmir/Istanbul
• Sightseeing as per itinerary
• Professional English-speaking guides
• Museum entrance fees
• Porterage at hotels
• Local taxes and service charges
• Turkey Travel Notes – issued by Innovative Travel

• International airfares
• Optional tours and excursions
• Porterage
• Tipping/Gratuities (please refer to tour notes for a recommended guideline)
• Personal Expenses
• Hotel charges for minibar or any extra charges
• Visas (unless specified)
• Travel Insurance (compulsory)
• Any other services not clearly mentioned in the inclusions above