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This tour is for travellers who want to Experience ANZAC day and the highlights of Turkey on a shoestring.

Please Note: This tour is not part of Fez Bus Hop on Hop off network.

2011 ANZAC Day - Budget Tours
'ANZAC Fez Bus - Turkey Trooper'
14 - Day itinerary
24 Apr 2011 to 07 May 2011

Day 1
Sunday 24th April

Istanbul to Gallipoli

We meet at the Fez office in Istanbul for a mid morning departure to the WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli stopping along the way to stock up on supplies and rations. Once we arrive at the Gallipoli peninsula we head straight to Anzac Cove to secure a good spot on the grass for the long night ahead.
Overnight ANZAC Cove (Please note: no accommodation is available on this night as you will sleep under the stars as the ANZAC's did 96 years before)
Day 2
Monday 25th April

ANZAC Day at Gallipoli

Awake before sunrise to the Anzac Dawn service and commemorate our fallen forefathers on this special day. The Gallipoli battlefields are well sign posted so you can walk amidst the various cemeteries, trenches and memorials on your way to Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair to attend the Australian, Turkish and New Zealand memorial services. Late afternoon you will meet up with the Fez Bus again to head to the small town of Ayvalik for some well deserved sleep. Overnight Ayvalik (D)
Day 3
Tuesday 26th April

Pergamum to Kusadasi

This morning, you head south along the Aegean Coast, stopping at the ancient city of Pergamum for a guided tour before travelling onto the resort town of Kusadasi. Overnight Kusadasi (B)
Day 4
Wednesday 27th April

Kusadasi

Absorb yourself in history this morning with an optional tour of one of the seven ancient wonders of the world, the site of the Temple of Artemis and the former capital of Roman Asia and best-preserved ancient city in Turkey, Ephesus or spend the day relaxing on an Aegean Beach. Overnight Kusadasi (B)
Day 5
Thursday 28th April

Kusadasi

Today is a day for choices. You can choose to do an optional tour to Pamukkale, paddle in the natural calcium formations and visit the ancient spa town of Hierapolis, or maybe you would prefer to visit the nearby Ottoman-Greek village of Sirince, trying some of their specialty fruit wines. The choice is yours. Overnight Kusadasi (B)
Day 6
Friday 29th April

Kusadasi to Koycegiz

This morning we check out some local Turkish handicrafts before heading to Koycegiz where you have the option of taking a late night boat cruise on Lake Koycegiz and experience the therapeutic properties of the mud and thermal baths. Overnight Koycegiz (B)
Day 7
Saturday 30th April

Fethiye via Saklikent Gorge

After a short drive this morning, you will have the chance to see how Turkish carpets are made by hand and find out what determines their value. Then experience one of Turkey's highlights as we trek up Saklikent Gorge or go tubing on the slightly chilly current of water rushing out of it. Overnight Fethiye (B)
Day 8
Sunday 1st May

Fethiye

Today you have the option to relax on a day cruise around the 12 Islands of Fethiye, go paragliding or maybe chill out on a nearby beach, the choice is yours. Overnight Fethiye (B)
*If you choose the Shoestring option with Gulet, then today you will board your traditional handmade Gulet and cruise your way through to Day 11 in Olympos.
Day 9
Monday 2nd May

Kas to Olympos Tree Houses

We drive along the Turquoise coast today, stopping for a swim at the spectacular Kaputas beach and then a lunch stop in Kas, traditionally a small Turkish fishing village. Take a stroll around the town before heading to the world famous tree houses of Olympos. Overnight Olympos (B, D)
Day 10
Tuesday 3rd May

Olympos

Time for some relaxation, you can do nothing but chill out and meet new people or you could try a host of adventure activities on offer - rock climbing, diving and canyoning just to name a few. Don't miss out on your chance to see the natural phenomenon of the mythical flames of Chimera. Overnight Olympos (B, D)
Day 11
Wednesday 4th May

Olympos

Another day for choices, with so many options you will be wishing you could stay for a week. Overnight Olympos (B, D)
Day 12
Thursday 5th May

Silk Road to Cappadocia

Early morning we head out to follow an ancient silk trade route across the Anatolian Plain, on the way you will have the opportunity to visit the Mevlana Museum in Konya and then the Sultanhani Caravansaray just as the ancient traders did. Overnight Cappadocia (B)
Day 13
Friday 6th May

Cappadocia

This morning you have the option of taking a hot-air balloon ride in a region famed for being one of the best places in the world for ballooning. You will be back in plenty of time for an optional tour to check out the carved cave villages, underground cities and spectacular fairy chimney formations. Tonight, do not miss the optional Turkish Folklore evening, including all the food and drink you can handle! Overnight Cappadocia (B)
Day 14
Saturday 7th May

Cappadocia

Early morning start today as we head back to Istanbul, via Ankara, the nation’s Capital. You will have time to visit the Mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk and discover what happened to the Turkish nation after the ANZAC's left. Upon arrival at the Fez Travel office your tour concludes and sadly it is time to say good bye to new friends. (B)
Tour includes
  • English speaking Tour Leader on the bus giving you a wealth of super interesting and useful info
    (All optional tours are conducted by English speaking professional tour guide)
  • Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking bus
  • Guided tour of Pergamum. (Entrance fees not included)
  • Commemorative gift
  • 12 nights - ANZAC Budget & Tree House accommodation in total.
    • 1 night in Ayvalik
    • 2 nights in Cappadocia
    • 2 nights in Fethiye
    • 1 night in Koycegiz
    • 3 nights in Kusadasi
    • 3 nights in Olympos
  • 12 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners
Tour does not include
  • Suggested optional activities and sightseeing
  • Tips
  • Entrance fees to the various sites
Sailing the Med. on a gulet
Add on - Gulet

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Gulets are extremely popular. And why not ? Imagine a few days lazing on the deck of a traditional wooden Turkish sailing boat on the Meditterranean under the sun.

"Mediterranean Dreaming" from Fethiye to Olympos, 3 nights on board the gulet. Jump off the Fez bus in Fethiye to catch your gulet and you can jump back on the Fez bus from Olympos.
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Istanbul Sun 24 April 2011
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Highlights :-
  - Ankara - Ataturk's Mausoleum
  - Bergama - Pergamum Tour
  - Cappadocia - Optional Cappadocia Tour
  - Cappadocia - Optional Hot Air Balloon Flight
  - Cappadocia - Optional Traditional Turkish night
  - Ephesus - Optional Ephesus Tour
  - Fethiye - Optional 12 Islands Cruise
  - Gallipoli - Dawn Service and ANZAC Memorial Services Tour
  - Pamukkale - Optional Heirapolis Tour
  - Saklikent - Saklikent Gorge
  - Sultanhani Caravansary
Accommodation :-
12 nights - ANZAC Budget & Tree House accommodation in total.
  - 1 night in Ayvalik
  - 2 nights in Cappadocia
  - 2 nights in Fethiye
  - 1 night in Koycegiz
  - 3 nights in Kusadasi
  - 3 nights in Olympos
Meals :-
12 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners
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