Circuit 4

Argentina- Bolivia- Peru

 

Small group departure

14 Oct 2011

This exciting 19-day adventure crosses the continent. Commencing in Buenos Aires, the city of tango, and finishing in Lima, founded in 1535 and known then as the ‘City of the Kings’.
After visiting the sites of Buenos Aires and experiencing this cosmopolitan city, transfer to the magnificent Iguassu Falls for two nights. Then, by air, transfer to Salta, located in the centre of the Argentinean winelands. After seeing this colonial city and tasting some of the exquisite wines of the region, the journey continues north into Bolivia, a landlocked country high on the Andean Altiplano. Here the soaring, snow-capped mountain peaks, the desolate salt lakes and incredible landscapes of the Altiplano are sure to leave lasting memories. After visiting La Paz, the world’s highest capital city, we cross Lake Titicaca to Copacabana, Puno and on to Cuzco, the major centre of the Incas. A full day excursion by First Class train and bus takes you to Machu Picchu. After returning to Cuzco with a leisure day to explore the Indian market, fly to Lima for your return or onward flight. 

 

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Classical Turkey

11 Days

 

Tour Cost

Middle Class hotels
AUD$1199 pp in t/s 

AUD$447 SRS

 

Comfort Class Hotels
AUD$1524 pp in t/s  

AUD$544 SRS


Guaranteed departure dates
2011: Nov 04, 18/ Dec 09, 23/

2012: Jan 06, 20/ Feb 17/

Mar 09, 23

Every Friday between Apr 06 - Oct 26

Nov 02, 16/ Dec 21

2013: Jan 11, 25/ Feb 8, 27

Includes: Arrival and departure transfers, touring in modern A/C coach, Middle Class hotel accommodation, meals as indicated, entry fees to included sites.

Not included: drinks, tipping, personal expenses, visa, travel insurance.

 

 

 

 

ITINERARY

 

Day 1 Thu : Istanbul
You are met on arrival at Ataturk airport and transferred to your hotel.
 

Day 2: Istanbul  [B]
A full-day guided tour includes visits to the Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar.

Optional evening belly dance show with dinner.
 

Day 3: Ankara  [BD]
The morning is at leisure in Istanbul.  An optional guided visit to St Sophia, and a Bosphorus cruise is available. Mid-afternoon departure by road to Ankara.
 

Day 4: Cappadocia  [BD]
During the morning we include visits to the Ataturk Mausoleum and the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.  We then drive to Cappadocia with an en-route stop at a 13thC caravanserai.
 

Day 5: Cappadocia  [BD]
Today we tour through the valleys of Cappadocia, seeing the rock-carved chapels of Goreme, the fairy chimneys,  the 6thC frescoes at Zelve, the underground city of Sarhatli and the natural citadel of Uchisar.
 

Day 6: Pamukkale  [BD]
On our drive to the calcium pools of Pamukkale we stop in Konya to see the mausoleum of the Sufi poet and philosopher, Mevlana Rumi. Overnight in Pamukkale.
 

Day 7: Kusadasi  [BD]
After an early breakfast, we visit the calcium pools and cascades known as the ‘cotton castle’ and the ancient thermal pool of Hieropolis. Afternoon drive to Kusadasi.
 

Day 8: Ephesus  [BD]
A half-day excursion visits the Greco-Roman city of Ephesus and St Mary’s Cottage, believed to be the burial place of Mary. Optional afternoon visit to the village of Sirence.
 

Day 9: Troy-Canakkale  [BD]
We visit the Greco-Roman medical centre of Asclepion,and continue to the legendary city of Troy. Overnight on the Dardanelles in Canakkale.
 

Day 10: Gallipoli  [BD]
After the ferry crossing we visit ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Cemetary and Chunuk Bair. Afternoon continue to Istanbul.
 

Day 11: Departure  [B]
We transfer you to Istanbul airport for your onward arrangements.
 
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