Real Travel - Turkey

Upcoming school holiday departures -

25 September/ 8 January

This program is intended for young families, or for those who want a relaxing break from every-day life. We have included short tours to the major sites and markets of Saigon and Hanoi, so as not to tire the younger family members and to provide opportunities to purchase jeans and Nikes at bargain rates. Also included are leisurely days on the beach at Nha Trang and at a resort-style hotel in the medieval town of Hoi An. You will find time to relax and unwind while the kids splash in outdoor swimming pools. In our view- Fiji eat your heart out. This is so much better.

Only AUD$3275 per adult in twin share

Children <11 years AUD$2320 sharing

Viewing the trenches and cemeteries at Gallipoli is an unforgettable experience. Australian travellers flock to the Gallipoli Peninsula to retrace the steps of our fallen heroes, to see Anzac Cove, the trenches, the battlefields. It is a moving experience never forgotten.

Modern Turkey was founded on the remnants of the Ottoman Empire. This empire, arguably the most powerful political entity of its time, and a rival to Spain during the 16th century, eventually collapsed after WW1. After that, through a bold experiment initiated by Kemal Ataturk, the country turned westwards, and the Turkey we know today is the result.

But Turkey has much more to offer. Imagine ancient Greek and Roman cities; Ephesus, Pergamon, Aspendos to name only a few. Turkey was the cradle of civilization even before the Greeks and Romans arrived. Hittite and Turkoman tribal groups established themselves on the Anatolian Plateau, early Christians fortified themselves in cave-like cities in the rocks of Cappadocia, ancient sailors plied the coasts to ports such as Kusadasi, Antalya and Antakya. Much of this rich cultural heritage can still be experienced today.

Today you will find that Istanbul and Ankara are lively cosmopolitan cities. Coffee and kebab shops are found in tree-lined boulevards. The ‘pavement café culture’ is a deeply ingrained tradition. The coastal cities of Kusadasi, Mamaris and Antalya are regular ports of call to cruise liners. And yet, in the nearby villages of the Taurus Mountains, nothing seems to have changed for centuries.

The ‘fairy chimneys’ of Cappadocia and the travertine pools of Pamukkale are well known, but are even more amazing than depicted in photographs. To wade in the pools of Pamukkale, to float over the fairy chimneys in a hot air balloon, to see the Whirling Dervish or witness a traditional belly dance; these are only some of the memories you’ll return with.

Amazing Turkey

Turkey

16 days/ 15 nights
Deluxe and Superior First Class hotels

Departs
2009: Oct 01, 08, 15, 22, 29/ Nov 05, 12, 19, 26/ Dec 10, 17, 24

2010: Jan 21*/ Feb 18*/ Mar 11*, 25*/ Apr 08, 15, 22, 29/ May 06, 13, 20, 27/ Jun 03, 10, 17, 24/ Jul 01, 08, 15, 22, 29/ Aug 05, 12, 19, 26/ Sep 02, 09, 16, 23, 30/ Oct 07, 14, 21 28/ Nov 04*, 18*

2011: Jan 20*/ Feb 17*/ Mar 10*, 24*

Tour Cost
AUD$2320 pp t/s
AUD$804 Single Room Suppl.
* winter reduction deduct AUD$187 pp

Group Tour: Guided from Istanbul

Amazing Turkey includes the sites of Byzantine and Ottoman Istanbul, Gallipoli, the Greco-roman cities, the calcium pools of Pamukkale, the fairy castle formations and underground cities of Cappadocia, the coastal cities of the Mediterranean and two glorious days at leisure in Istanbul after returning from the Anatolian Plateau. The tour is escorted from Istanbul by an English speaking tour leader and guide. Mostly 5* accommodation and exceptional services.

Includes:
All airport transfers, 5* centrally located hotels, 2 nights at an Historic Special Category hotel near the Blue Mosque, Breakfast daily and most dinners, near new, A/C coaches, English speaking tour escort and guide, entry fees.

A Glimpse of the East

Turkey

16 days/ 15 nights
Deluxe and Superior First Class hotels

Departs
2009: Sep 27

2010: May 06, 13, 20, 27/ Jun 03, 10, 17, 24/ Jul 01, 08, 15, 22, 29/ Aug 05, 12, 19, 26/ Sep 02, 09, 16, 23, 30

Tour Cost
AUD$2775 pp t/s
AUD$804 Single Room Suppl.

Group Tour: Guided from Istanbul

This tour includes the first 11 days of the ‘Glorious Turkey tour, then travels eastwards through Kayseri (famous for its carpets) following the 13thC Caravanserai route to the Tekir Plateau, then to Urfa and Harran in Eastern Turkey.

Includes:
airport transfers, 5* centrally located hotels, 3* local hotels in eastern Turkey, Breakfast daily, 10 dinners, A/C transfers and touring, English speaking tour escort and guide, entry fees, flight from GZT – IST on day 14.

Greco-Roman Highlights

Turkey

9 days/ 8 nights
Deluxe and Superior First Class hotels

Departs
2009: Oct 01, 08, 15, 22, 29/ Nov 05, 12, 19, 26/ Dec 10, 24

2010: Jan 21*/ Feb 18*/ Mar 11*, 25*/ Apr 08, 15, 22, 29/ May 06, 13, 20, 27/ Jun 03, 10, 17, 24/ Jul 01, 08, 15, 22, 29/ Aug 05, 12, 19, 26/ Sep 02, 09, 16, 23, 30/ Oct 07, 14, 21, 28/ Nov 04*, 18*
2011: Jan 20*/ Feb 17*/ Mar 10*, 24*

Tour Cost
AUD$1563 pp t/s
AUD$433 Single Room Suppl.
* winter reduction deduct AUD$160 pp

This short tour includes the highlights of Greco-Roman Turkey. It follows the coastal route from Istanbul to Gallipoli, Canakkale, Troy, Pergamum, Izmir, Ephesus, Pumukkale to Antalya.

Natural Wonders

Turkey

8 days/ 7 nights
Deluxe and Superior First Class hotels

Departs
2009: Sep 23, 30/ Oct 07, 14, 21, 28/ Nov 04, 11, 18, 25/ Dec 02, 16, 30

2010: Jan 27*/ Feb 24*/ Mar 17*, 31*/ Apr 14, 21, 28/ May 05, 12, 19, 26/ Jun 02, 09, 16, 23, 30/ Jul 07, 14, 21, 28/ Aug 04, 11, 18, 25/ Sep 01, 08, 15, 22, 29/ Oct 06, 13, 20, 27/ Nov 03*, 10*, 24*/ Dec 29*

2011: Jan 26*/ Feb 23*/ Mar 16*, 30*

Tour Cost
AUD$1223 pp t/s
AUD$337 Single Room Suppl.
* winter reduction deduct AUD$93 pp

A short tour that includes the natural wonders of Turkey. After leaving Antalya we cross the Taurus Mountains, then across the Anatolian Plateau to Konya. We spend two nights in Cappadocia to see the ‘fairy castles’ of Goreme, then drive to Ankara and Istanbul.

Ancient Wonders

Turkey

6 days/ 5 nights
Deluxe and Superior First Class hotels

Departs
2009: Sep 24/ Oct 01, 08, 15, 22, 29/ Nov 05, 12, 19, 26/ Dec 10, 17, 24
2010: Jan 21*/ Feb 18*/ Mar 11*, 25*/ Apr 08, 15, 22, 29/ May 06, 13, 20, 27/ Jun 03, 10, 17, 24/ Jul 01, 08, 15, 22, 29/ Aug 05, 12, 19, 26/ Sep 02, 09, 16, 23, 30/ Oct 07, 14, 21, 28/ Nov 04*, 18*/ Dec 23*

2011: Jan 20*/ Feb 17*/ Mar 10*, 24*

Tour Cost
AUD$1127 pp t/s
AUD$367 Single Room Suppl.
* winter reduction deduct AUD$112 pp

This tour includes the ancient sites of Istanbul, Gallipoli and the Greco-Roman cities of the coast. It completes in Kusadasi where you may either relax on the coast or board a ferry to a nearby Greek Island.

Legend of Gallipoli

Turkey

4 days/ 3 nights
Deluxe and Superior First Class hotels

Departs
2009: Sep 24/ Oct 01, 08, 15, 22, 29/ Nov 05, 12, 19, 26/ Dec 10, 17, 24
2010: Jan 21/ Feb 18/ Mar 11, 25/ Apr 08, 15, 22, 29/ May 06, 13, 20, 27/ Jun 03, 10, 17, 24/ Jul 01, 08, 15, 22, 29/ Aug 05, 12, 19, 26/ Sep 02, 09, 16, 23, 30/ Oct 07, 14, 21, 28/ Nov 04, 18/ Dec 23

2011: Jan 20/ Feb 17/ Mar 10, 24

Tour Cost
AUD$880 pp t/s
AUD$331 Single Room Suppl.

A short tour from Istanbul visiting the Gallipoli National Park, the campaign sites and the War Museum, then continuing to Troy before returning to Istanbul.

Authentic Turkey

Turkey

11 days/ 10 nights
Historical and Small hotels (Special Category)

Departs
2009: Sep 20/ Oct 04, 11

2010: May 07, 21/ Jul 02/ Aug 27/ Sep 03, 17/ Oct 01, 15

Tour Cost
AUD$2587 pp t/s
AUD$733 Single Room Suppl.

The route of ‘Authentic Turkey’ covers what is probably the most beautiful regions of the Turkish Mediterranean coast, exploring classic sites and seascapes on easy walks. A relaxing and enjoyable holiday in quaint and historical towns with carefully selected, restored local architecture hotels where available. Shopping options include carpet weaving cooperatives, potteries, vineyards and onyx workshops. Interaction with local, friendly Turkish people is assured. On this tour we avoid over-nighting in the touristy regions and, instead, seek out the quaint villages and small, informal hotels.

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