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The Aegean Legacy

13 days
Start and end in Istanbul
4.8
2 traveler reviews
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Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 20
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Highlights

  • Explore Istanbul's historic sites and bazaars
  • Tour the poignant WWI Gallipoli battlefields
  • Discover the ancient ruins of Ephesus and Troy
  • Cruise the turquoise waters aboard a traditional Gulet
  • Wander through the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrive in Istanbul
  2. Day 2 Istanbul, old city tour
  3. Day 3 Gallipoli battlefields and memorials tour
  4. Day 4 Tour of Troy including Troy Museum. Onwards to Behramkale village
  5. Day 5 Ephesus ancient site, Temple of Artemis, Wine tasting
  6. Day 6 To Fethiye, start Gulet cruise
  7. Day 7 Gulet Cruise, Gocek Bay
  8. Day 8 Gulet cruise through the Gulf of Fethiye
  9. Day 9 Pamukkale and Hierapolis
  10. Day 10 Follow the Silk Road to Cappadocia
  11. Day 11 Cappadocia tour, Goreme Valley & underground city
  12. Day 12 Drive to Istanbul via Ankara
  13. Day 13 Istanbul. Tour ends
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Number of tours

87

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

9 hours

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Customer Reviews

  • PH
    · December 28th, 2024
    Operated by Fez travel, an all round wonderful experience, our tour guide Halil and driver were excellent. Highly recommended.
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    Encounters Travel commented on this review
    Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time on your tour with Fez Travel. It’s great to know that Halil and the driver provided excellent service and contributed to your enjoyment. We appreciate... Show more
    Trip date: December 2024
  • A
    · August 29th, 2019
    It is worth taking the extra day in Istanbul at the start, and maybe more than one as there is a lot to see which is not on the tour and it is great place to just wander around. We were disappointed that between visiting the archaeological sites, which were sometimes a bit rushed, we were used as a captive audience for carpet and leather salesman. If someone in your group shows any interest then be prepared to hang around for ages while they attempt to close the sale. We would have preferred to have had a little longer in bed.
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    Encounters Travel commented on this review
    Dear Ashley Woodford, Thank you for taking the time to get back to us with your tour feedback, this is very much appreciated. We agree totally with your comments about Istanbul, it's a fascinating city with lots to see and do. On the tour we aim to... Show more
    Trip date: July 2019

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    Benjamin

    Asked on June 11th, 2024

    On the Gulet cruise, is snorkelling gear provided?

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    • Encounters TravelOperatorWritten June 2024

      The boats keep some masks and fins, however, these are mostly equipment left by previous travellers and aren't always in a great condition. Therefore, we suggest bringing our own if you are keen on snorkelling while on the trip.

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    Anthony

    Asked on April 11th, 2024

    Are kids aged 8 permitted in this tour (Aegean Legacy)?

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    • Encounters TravelOperatorWritten April 2024

      Unfortunately we have a minimum age requirement of 8 years and above on this trip due to the gulet section of the trip, we are unable to accept young children on the gulet trips - the minumum age requirements i 12 years of age.

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    Barry

    Asked on August 17th, 2023

    What's the price on the single supplement

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    • Encounters TravelOperatorWritten August 2023

      The trip is currently discounted to A$2975 per person sharing, and the single room supplement of A$1305 is required when travelling solo.

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