Istanbul & Aegean
5 Nights / 6 Days
Day 1: Istanbul | You’re greeted upon landing in Istanbul and transferred to your hotel by a Neon Tours representative. Free afternoon.
Day 2: Istanbul | Tour Topkapi Palace (Closed on Tuesdays) residence of Ottoman sultans, the Hippodrome, site of chariot races, the Blue Mosque, famous for its colorful ceramics, Underground Cistern and Saint Sophia (Closed on Mondays) decorated with ancient frescoes. Enjoy the 3,000 shops in the Covered Bazaar. Overnight in Istanbul. B L
Day 3: Istanbul | A half-day tour including Spice Market and cruise on the Bosphorus, depending on the weather conditions. Free time to explore the city. B
Day 4: Pergamum & Asklepion – Izmir or Kusadasi | Early morning flight to Izmir. Arrive and transfer to Pergamum’s ancient acropolis, home to the Altar of Zeus and the Roman Medical Center of Asclepion, work site of the great physician, Galen. Return to Izmir or Kusadasi for overnight. B L
Day 5: Ephesus & St. Mary’s House – Izmir or Kusadasi | Journey to Ephesus where you will explore 2,000 year-old marble streets, a theater, the library of Celsius, a gymnasium, St. John’s Basilica and Hadrian’s Temple in Ephesus. Visit Virgin Mary’s stone cottage. Overnight in Izmir or Kusadasi. B L
Day 6: Izmir or Kusadasi Return | Your representative escorts you to the airport for your flight or to your holiday beach resort for an extension. B
Duration: 5 Nights / 6 Days
Tour Code: MN-3435-1
Price Includes
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5 nights hotel accommodation
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Round trip transfers in Istanbul
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Kusadası – Bodrum transfer
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Bodrum hotel – bodrum apt transfer
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Meals are indicated by code letters B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner
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Entrance fees
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English speaking guide on the tours
Price Excludes
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Personal expenses
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Customary tips
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Drinks
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Airfares