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organises Escorted for motorhomes Tours to turkey Motorhome Travel Stations of the trip:
Mediterranean Coast Antalya, Manavgat, Side, Alanya, Perge, Aspendos, Konya, Cappadocia, Ürgüp, Göreme, Derinkuyu, Zelve, Avanos, Ankara, Istanbul, Bosphorus, Dardanellen, Troy, Assos, Ayvalik, Pergamon, Selcuk, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Didyma, Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Dalyan, Caunos, Fethiye, Kalkan, Patara, Kas, Kekova, Myra, Demre, Antalya
Total distance: 4285km
Turkey RV Trip Including:
organises Escorted for motorhomes Tours to turkey Destination - Mediterranean Coast
Shore side ruins, fishing villages, dazzling beaches, boat cruises, hiking and sailing abound
Discover the myriad of ancient city rock tombs, shore side ruins and exotic flowers toppling over
whitewashed houses that speckle the scenic mountainous coastline of little inlets, private coves
and dazzling white sandy beaches of the Mediterranean Coast. Soak up warm rays aboard a relaxing
‘gulet’ yacht cruise and enjoy many different water sports along this sparkling
turquoise coast. A perfect region to extend or conclude your trip.
organises Escorted for motorhomes Tours to turkey Destination - Cappadocia
which is unique in the world and is a miraculous nature wonder is the common name of the
field covered by the provinces of Aksaray, Nevsehir, Nigde, Kayseri and Kirsehir in the Central
Anatolian region.
The first Christians escaped from the persecution of the Roman Empire in the 2nd century B.C.
came to the Cappadocia over the Antakya and Kayseri and they have settled here. The first
Christians finding the underground cities from Cappadocia have been hidden in these underground
cities which gates were made in such way in which they couldn't be easily observed and they have
escaped from the persecution of the Roman soldiers.
Due that they had live in the underground cities for long duration without being able to go out
they have developed these underground cities by making provisions rooms, ventilation chimneys, wine
production places, churches, abbeys, water wells, toilets and meeting rooms.
In the prehistoric periods the first human settlements have begun and the humans have constructed
the underground cities in the volcanic rocks in form of tufa due to protect themselves from the
wild animals and they lived for long times in these underground cities. There are so many
underground cities on the Cappadocia area of Turkey but the biggest is Derinkuyu Underground
City.
organises Escorted for motorhomes Tours to turkey Destination - Istanbul
Attractions: Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus Cruise,
Golden Horn, Gallipoli, Troy
The magnificent city of Istanbul, straddling the 2 continents of Europe of Asia over the waters of
the Bosphorus, is historically an imperial capital and seat of the Byzantine, Roman and Ottoman
empires. Discover some of the most striking excesses from the past in the Old City –
Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia Museum.
organises Escorted for motorhomes Tours to turkey Destination - Aegean Coast,
Ephesus, Pamukkale, Aphrodisias, spas and coastal resorts
The Aegean Coast is crisscrossed with ruins of a multitude of
Greco-Roman ancient cities and temples, fishing villages with seaside tavernas, natural
parks, spas and thermal springs, as well as many pleasant coastal resorts for relaxing
by the turquoise sea. In particular, the beautiful white marbled ruins of Ephesus is
one of the worlds grandest and still most intact Greco Roman city.
1. Day: Antalya, Manavgat
Trip distance: 70km / Total distance: 70km
Transfer from airport Antalya to Manavgat campsite. Handing over of the rental motorhomes and
introduction to the team. Afterwards dinner in Manavgat. Overnight stay at campsite in Manavgat.
2.Day: Perge, Side, Alanya (Bustrip 01):
Trip distance: 250km / Total distance: 320km
Departure by bus to the Pamphilian citys. These remarkable ruined cities lie in an area known anciet
times as pamphylia.
Perge was founded around 1.000 BC and is a spectacular spot with expansive and impressive ruins.
Built into the side of the hill is theatre which could accommodate 14000 people. The ancient site
of Aspendos is famous for its well preserved theatre with elaborate sdaye, auditorium and arcade
above all of which are intact.
Side: Here you will able to explore the old city walls, the roman baths and beautifully preserved
amphitheatre and there are countless other remains as you meander through the heart of the old
town.
Alanya:
Alanya is a popular seaside resort in southern Turkey, about 150 km east of Antalya. To the east
and west of Alanya you find some of the best beaches in Turkey, the Taurus Mountains provide a
breathtaking backdrop to the north. Most of old Alanya lies on the great rocky promontory that
juts out into the sea. High above Alanya you find an impressive 14-th century citadel. Farewell
dinner in Manavgat, and overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
3. Day: Konya (inkl. Bustrip 02):
Trip distance: 310km / Total distance: 630km
After breakfast departure for Konya, former capital of the Seljuks. After lunch we visit the Mevlana
Mouseloum and his tombs. Then drive to visit the religious school of Karatay. Dinner in Konya and
overnight stay at your campsite in Konya.
4. Day: Cappadocia, Göreme
Trip distance :270km / Total distance: 900km
After breakfast departure for Cappadocia. On our way we will visit the 13th century Sultanhani .
caravansaray. After Arrival we park the motorhomes at the campingsite in Göreme Dinner and overnight
stay at your campsite in Göreme. Here we will spend the next two days with sightseeing.
5. Day: (inkl. Bustrip 03): Cappadocia, Göreme, Zelve,Uchisar, Derinkuyu
Trip distance :270km / Total distance: 1170 km
After breakfast we visit Göreme natural park, an open-air museum, a complex or rock churches and
chapels covered with frescos carved in rock. We visit the handicraft town of Avanos, Pasabagi Red
Valley, Derinkuyu underground city with several stories carved into the soft tufa rock and used by
the local population during enemy invasions and Christian persecutions. These self-sufficient
underground cities included rooms for grain and wine storage, sleeping chambers, stables, kitchens,
etc with excellent air ventilation. After lunch we continue to visit Devrent Valley, Monk's valley
(Pasabagi) where you will find the world known fairy chimneys. Depart for a panoramic view of
Esentepe and then on to Uchisar, a natural rock castle. Dinner in Göreme and overnight stay at
your campsite in Göreme.
6. Day: Cappadocia, Göreme
Trip distance :0km / Total distance: 1170km
Early morning optional balloon tour. Float through volcanic valleys, fairy chimneys and caves
enjoying the beautiful sunrise of Cappadocia. Extra cost 160 Euro per person. Registration
necessary with the booking of this tour.
In the afternoon visit of a turkish bath (optional )The tradition of the Turkish bath extends far
back, to a time before Turks had reached Anatolia. When the Turks arrived in Anatolia, they brought
with them one bathing tradition, and were confronted with another, that of Romans and Byzantines,
with certain local variants. The traditions merged, and with the addition of the Moslem concern
for cleanliness and its concomitant respect for the uses of water, there arose an entirely new
concept, that of the Turkish Bath. In time it became an institution, with its system of
ineradicable customs.
For the Turkish bath was much more than just a place to cleanse the skin. It was intimately bound
up with everyday life, a place where people of every rank and station, young and old, rich and poor,
townsman or villager, could come freely. Women as well as men made use of the "hamam", as the bath
is known in Turkish, although of course at separate hours. Dinner in Göreme, and overnight stay
at your campsite in Göreme.
7. Day: Ankara (inkl. Bustrip 04):
Trip distance :275km, Autobahn / Total distance: 1445 km
After breakfast we drive to Ankara. There we park the motorhomes at the campsite. Today we have 1/2
day tour in Ankara and visit the famous Hittite Museum, Anatolian Civilisation Museum) citadel
of Ankara, Mausoleum of Ataturk and other attractions. Dinner in Ankara and overnight stay at
your campsite in Ankara.
8. Day:
Tageskilometer: Trip distance: 400km, Autobahn /Total distance: 1845km
After breakfast we are on our way to Istanbul. After arrival at the campsite in Selimpasa, dinner
and overnight stay in Selimpasa.
9. Tag (Bustrip 05):
Trip distance : 100km, Autobahn / Total distance: 1945km
Breakfast and transfer to Hippodrome: The former centre of sportive and political activities of
Constantinople. During the visit you will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column
from Delphi and fountain of Wilhelm II. St. Sophia: The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times,
one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world. Blue Mosque: One of the
biggest mosques of Istanbul from the 17th century, famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets. In
the afternoon visit of the famous Topkapi Palace: The former imperial residence from where the
great Ottoman Empire was once ruled. Today it is a spectacular museum that has one of the largest
collection of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family.
Then follows a visit to Grand Covered Bazaar.
Dinner in Selimpasa and overnight stay stay at your campsite in Selimpasa.
10. Day (inkl. Bustrip 06):
Trip distance : 120km / Total distance:2065km
Breakfast and transfer to Port Eminönü for our Bosphorus cruises and tours.
Istanbul's Bosphorus Strait is a channel of water 31 km long (appr.20 miles), connecting the Sea of
Marmara to the Black Sea. As the traffic of the city is often too great, it is always advisable to
use the sea for transportation where possible, having long served just such a purpose throughout
history. In the past, inhabitants of the city settled along the Bosphorus, where they built
magnificent wooden houses, known as 'yali'.
Many Bosporus cruises and tours of the strait begin in Eminonu, there being two ways of doing it.
The first option is to get on the public passenger ferry of the municipality, which departs from
the main quay and has two departures during the day all year round or three during the summer. The
public passenger boat serves those who live on the Bosporus shore and so it stops 6 times on
the way for people to get on or off, taking you as far as Anadolu Kavagi at the gate of the Black
Sea, about a one and a half hour journey each-way.
Although the most economical way of visiting
the waterway, there is no guarantee that you will find a seat or good viewing position in these
crowded boats. Farewell dinner in Selimpasa and last overnight stay at your campsite in
Selimpasa.
11. Day:
Trip distance :320 km / Total distance: 2385km
Today we go to Assos with a stop in Troy. On our way we visit the ancient Troy, see its legendary
walls and the replica of the wooden horse.
Tour of Pergamum with the Acropolis, the steepest Theatre of the
ancient world, Temple of Trojan, the library, Asclepion, the ancient medical centre and the oldest
known hospital in the world. We go on to Assos. Dinner in Assos and overnight stay at your campsite
in Assos.
12. Day:
Trip distance :50 km / Total distance: 2435km
Visit Assos and Behramkale:
Region Assos, which is within Ayvacik province, is hosting to the native and foreign tourists during
four seasons. Acropolis is 238 m. high from sea level. Athena Temple was constructed at the same
place during the 6th century B. C. Besides protection of Biga peninsula and Edremit Gulf, this
Doric temple has been restored to its former magnificence. You can wait and stay for a while
watching moon light on ruins of a temple, or you can awake early in the morning and watch the
magnificent image of Edremit Gulf from the upper part of the city while sun is slowly rising.
And all of these make one understand why Assos is paradise to be visited for a perfect holiday.
There are agoras, a theater and a Gymnasium from hills streching out to the sea.
A bridge, a castle and a mosque, constructed during Ottoman Sultan I. Murat during 14th century at
the north edge of the Acropolis can be seen. There was a small and sweet port at lower side.
At 25 km. west of Behramkale, in Gülpinar village, Chryse, a historical city, in which Apollo
Smintheus Temple constructed during 2nd century B. C., is present. At 15 km. west of Gülpinar, on a
road which is lying throughout an unsigned sharp rocks, there is Babakale with cute village houses
on the steep of the hill descending to the sea. overnight stay at your campsite in
Assos.
13. Day (inkl. Bustrip 07):
Trip distance : 315km, Autobahn / Total distance: 2750km.
After breakfast we depart for Selcuk and visit Pergamum on our way.
Upon arrival at the Pergamon antique city, we first visit the Aesculapium, the ancient medical
center built in the name of Aeusculapis and the God of medicine. We continue to Pergamum
Acropolis, visit Athena and Trojan Temples - Temple of Zeus - Temple of Dionysus - Gymnasium of
Youth - Odeon - Library - Agora - Great Theatre - and Roman Bath and also the Archaeological
Museum. Dinner in Selcuk and overnight stay at your campsite in Selcuk.
14. Day (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance : 200km / Total distance: 2950km
Today we make a full-day sightseeing tour in Ephesus.
Ephesus is the city dedicated to Artemis, the best preserved ancient city of Asia Minor with its
majestic theatre, marble road, Temple of Artemis, the Church of the Virgin Mary or the Double
Church, the library of Celsus, the stadium and the lecture hall.
We go on to the home of the Virgin Mary, who was brought to Ephesus by John, the beloved disciple
of Jesus. The home of Virgin Mary on a hill top, where she lived out her days is now visited by over
a hundred thousand pilgrims each year. The pilgrims drink the water of the sacred spring, meditate
and pray for health at this ancient spot of worship. Both Pope Paul VI in 1967 and Pope John Paul
II in 1979 have celebrated mass here.
The next stop on our tour is the antik city Didyma.
Didyma
The Didymaion, the temple of Apollo and its oracle at Didyma, had a considerable reputation in the
ancient times. German archaeologists excavating at the site have shown that the earliest sanctuary
here was built in the 8th century BC and that it was enlarged into an enormous temple around 560
BC. After their bloody suppression of the Ionian rebellion, the Persians sacked and laid waste
to Miletus (which they regarded as the instigator) and the Didymaion in 494 BC. It was during
this assault that the temple's cult statue of Apollo was carried off to Ecbatana (modern Hamadan
town in Iran). After Alexander the Great defeated the Persians in 334 BC, the Ionian cities
regained their independence and work was begun on reconstructing the temple of Apollo.
Dinner in Selcuk, overnight stay at your campsite in Selcuk.
15. Day (inkl. Bustrip 09):
Trip distance : 178km / Total distance: 3128km
After breakfast we got to Pamukkale and visit Afrodisias on the way. Pamukkale (white lime
cascades) is the noted ancient spa, where pure white travertine forms frozen waterfalls. Visit
Hierapolis where you will have a chance to swim on top of ancient Roman ruins. Located 20 kilometers
from the town of Denizli in the Aegean region of Turkey, Pamukkale is one of the most interesting
places in the world, famous not only for the entrancing beauty of its unique geological formations
but also for its historical remains. The calcium oxide-rich waters flowing down the southern
slope of Caldag located north of the ruins have, over the millennia, built up deposits of white
travertine on the plateau thus fully justifying both the site's ancient name of Hierapolis (Holy
City) and its modern one of Pamukkale (Cotton Castle). After the visit we go on to Manavgat.
Dinner in Pamukkale, overnight stay at your campsite in Pamukkale.
16. Day: Dalyan, Caunos (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 09):
Trip distance :208km / Total distance: 3383km
Day (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 07):
After breakfast we go to Dalyan via Kale, Mugla,
We park the motorhomes at the campsite and go on a sightseeing tour.
Boattrip from Dalyan to Iztuzu Beach (Turtle Beach) along the antik Lycian City Caunos.
Founded around the 9th century BC, Caunos became an important Carian city in 400 B.C. Right on the
border with the Kingdom of Lycia, its culture reflected aspects of both Kingdoms. The tombs, for
instance, are in Lycian style.
When Maussolos of Halicarnassus was ruler of Caria, his Hellenistic
influence reached the Caunians, who eagerly adopted the culture. This mixture of cultures in
Caunos may be seen amongst the ruins of its various archaeological remains: the Carian city wall
built by Maussolos, the Lycian and Carian tombs, the medieval walls on the acropolis, a Roman
fountain dedicated to Vespasianus, a theater from the 2nd century BC, remains of 4 temples,
massive Roman baths and a Byzantine basilica of 5th/8th centuries. Dinner in Dalyan, overnightstay at
your campsite in Dalyan.
17. Day Göcek, Fethiye, (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance :270km / Total distance: 3653km
After breakfast we go via Göcek to Fethiye.
On the way we visit Kayakoy. It was built on the site of the ancient city of Carmylessus
(Karmylassos) in the 1700s. A few kilometers from Fethiye, over the pine covered hills is the
enchanting "ghost village" of Kaya Village or Kayaköy also known as Karmylassos and Levissii.
Dinner in Fethiye, overnightstay at
your campsite in Fethiye.
18. Day Göcek, Fethiye, (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance :140km / Total distance: 3793km
After breakfast we go via Patara to Kalkan.
On the way we visit Patara. Patara is in the heart of the Lycian region, a region boasting thousands
of years of history, breathtaking scenery and hundreds of kilometres of unspoiled coastline. 2000
years ago Patara was the largest and most important sea port of the Lycian civilization. According
to Mythology Apollo was born here and it is also recorded as the birthplace of St. Nicholas.
As the principle port on the coast of Lycia, Patara has a long history. Excavations are slowly
bringing the city’s ancient history to light. The finding of coins and ceramic fragments, during
excavations, date the city to at least 7th century BC.
arrived in Kalkan is a lovely small hilltop town that overlooks a tiny bay. Its quaint, traditional,
white-washed houses, shuttered windows and balconies garlanded with brilliant flowers that cascade
to the streets below, make it the ultimate in a peaceful holiday town in the Mediterranean region
of Turkey. Narrow winding streets lined with souvenir shops lead down to the charming marina.
Dinner in Kalkan overnight stay at your campsite in Kalkan.
19. Day Kalkan Kas, Myra, Demre, Kekova (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 09):
Trip distance :110km / Total distance: 3903km
Today we go on a bus and boat tours and visit Kekova Island, Simena, Demre, Santa Claus Church, the
antikcity Myra, Kale and Ücagiz.
Kekova Island and the town of Kale (ancient Simena) to the west of Antalya make an idyllic daytrip
for the traveler looking for a combination of sunshine, swimming and fascinating historic ruins.
Many boats run trips from Kas but the journey is much shorter from Cayagzi, the harbor of Demre.
Along the stony coastline the boats may stop at a cave, or you can see the occasional goat or the
smoldering pyramids of wood used by peasants to make charcoal, the product may sit in plastic
sacks at the water's edge, waiting to be taken away.
Demre / Santa Claus Some people believe that Santa Claus did not exist but truth is that old Father
Christmas did in fact exist as a historic personality. He did not come from beyond the North Pole
where Reindeers roam, but lived under the warm Lycian sun as Bishop of Myra. His church and
ex-tomb continue to exist as places of pilgrimage in the Turkish town of Demre (known also as
Kale, near Antalya). Saint Nicholas was born in Patara, was elected bishop during Diocletian's
persecutions, and died in Myra around the year 350. These stories of his charitable acts took on
legendary dimensions during the following centuries.
Myra features some of the most impressive and well preserved Lycian monuments in the country. These
include an excellent collection of rock tombs and an imposing 2nd century theatre. Many of the tombs
have log cabin features carved into the rock, presumably reflecting the domestic architecture of the
period. A few easily accessible ones have inscriptions in the Lycian language. Carvings above are
mostly in poor repair but the overall effect of this jumble of the architecture of death is
dramatic. Dinner in Kas, overnight stay at your campsite in Kalkan.
20. Day Finike, Antalya, Manavgat:
Trip distance :280km / Total distance: 4183km
After breakfast we go to Manavgat via Kas, Finike, Kemer and Antalya. After we parked the motorhomes
we visit the old city of Antalya. Farewell dinner in Antalya, overnight stay at your campsite
Manavgat.
Antalya, Turkey's principal holiday resort in the Mediterranean region (ancient Pamphylia), is an
attractive city with shady palm-lined boulevards, a prize-winning marina on the Mediterranean. In
the picturesque old quarter, Kaleici, narrow winding streets and old wooden houses abut the ancient
city walls. Lately, many foreigners have bought (and continue to buy) property in and around
Antalya for their holidays or for the retirement. It became a popular area especially for the
German and Russian nationals.Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
21. Tag:
Tageskilometer 0km / Gesamtkilometer: 4285km
The day is free Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
22. Day:
Transfer to airport Antalya. Flight back home.
organises Escorted for motorhomes Tours to turkey Destination - Mediterranean Coast
Shore side ruins, fishing villages, dazzling beaches, boat cruises, hiking and sailing abound Discover the myriad of ancient city rock tombs, shore side ruins and exotic flowers toppling over whitewashed houses that speckle the scenic mountainous coastline of little inlets, private coves and dazzling white sandy beaches of the Mediterranean Coast. Soak up warm rays aboard a relaxing ‘gulet’ yacht cruise and enjoy many different water sports along this sparkling turquoise coast. A perfect region to extend or conclude your trip.organises Escorted for motorhomes Tours to turkey Destination - Cappadocia
which is unique in the world and is a miraculous nature wonder is the common name of the field covered by the provinces of Aksaray, Nevsehir, Nigde, Kayseri and Kirsehir in the Central Anatolian region.The first Christians escaped from the persecution of the Roman Empire in the 2nd century B.C. came to the Cappadocia over the Antakya and Kayseri and they have settled here. The first Christians finding the underground cities from Cappadocia have been hidden in these underground cities which gates were made in such way in which they couldn't be easily observed and they have escaped from the persecution of the Roman soldiers.
Due that they had live in the underground cities for long duration without being able to go out they have developed these underground cities by making provisions rooms, ventilation chimneys, wine production places, churches, abbeys, water wells, toilets and meeting rooms. In the prehistoric periods the first human settlements have begun and the humans have constructed the underground cities in the volcanic rocks in form of tufa due to protect themselves from the wild animals and they lived for long times in these underground cities. There are so many underground cities on the Cappadocia area of Turkey but the biggest is Derinkuyu Underground City.
organises Escorted for motorhomes Tours to turkey Destination - Istanbul
Attractions: Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus Cruise, Golden Horn, Gallipoli, TroyTrip distance: 70km / Total distance: 70km Transfer from airport Antalya to Manavgat campsite. Handing over of the rental motorhomes and introduction to the team. Afterwards dinner in Manavgat. Overnight stay at campsite in Manavgat.
2.Day: Perge, Side, Alanya (Bustrip 01):
Trip distance: 250km / Total distance: 320km
Departure by bus to the Pamphilian citys. These remarkable ruined cities lie in an area known anciet
times as pamphylia.
Perge was founded around 1.000 BC and is a spectacular spot with expansive and impressive ruins.
Built into the side of the hill is theatre which could accommodate 14000 people. The ancient site
of Aspendos is famous for its well preserved theatre with elaborate sdaye, auditorium and arcade
above all of which are intact.
Side: Here you will able to explore the old city walls, the roman baths and beautifully preserved
amphitheatre and there are countless other remains as you meander through the heart of the old
town.
Alanya:
Alanya is a popular seaside resort in southern Turkey, about 150 km east of Antalya. To the east
and west of Alanya you find some of the best beaches in Turkey, the Taurus Mountains provide a
breathtaking backdrop to the north. Most of old Alanya lies on the great rocky promontory that
juts out into the sea. High above Alanya you find an impressive 14-th century citadel. Farewell
dinner in Manavgat, and overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
3. Day: Konya (inkl. Bustrip 02):
Trip distance: 310km / Total distance: 630km
After breakfast departure for Konya, former capital of the Seljuks. After lunch we visit the Mevlana
Mouseloum and his tombs. Then drive to visit the religious school of Karatay. Dinner in Konya and
overnight stay at your campsite in Konya.
4. Day: Cappadocia, Göreme
Trip distance :270km / Total distance: 900km
After breakfast departure for Cappadocia. On our way we will visit the 13th century Sultanhani .
caravansaray. After Arrival we park the motorhomes at the campingsite in Göreme Dinner and overnight
stay at your campsite in Göreme. Here we will spend the next two days with sightseeing.
5. Day: (inkl. Bustrip 03): Cappadocia, Göreme, Zelve,Uchisar, Derinkuyu
Trip distance :270km / Total distance: 1170 km
After breakfast we visit Göreme natural park, an open-air museum, a complex or rock churches and
chapels covered with frescos carved in rock. We visit the handicraft town of Avanos, Pasabagi Red
Valley, Derinkuyu underground city with several stories carved into the soft tufa rock and used by
the local population during enemy invasions and Christian persecutions. These self-sufficient
underground cities included rooms for grain and wine storage, sleeping chambers, stables, kitchens,
etc with excellent air ventilation. After lunch we continue to visit Devrent Valley, Monk's valley
(Pasabagi) where you will find the world known fairy chimneys. Depart for a panoramic view of
Esentepe and then on to Uchisar, a natural rock castle. Dinner in Göreme and overnight stay at
your campsite in Göreme.
6. Day: Cappadocia, Göreme
Trip distance :0km / Total distance: 1170km
Early morning optional balloon tour. Float through volcanic valleys, fairy chimneys and caves
enjoying the beautiful sunrise of Cappadocia. Extra cost 160 Euro per person. Registration
necessary with the booking of this tour.
In the afternoon visit of a turkish bath (optional )The tradition of the Turkish bath extends far
back, to a time before Turks had reached Anatolia. When the Turks arrived in Anatolia, they brought
with them one bathing tradition, and were confronted with another, that of Romans and Byzantines,
with certain local variants. The traditions merged, and with the addition of the Moslem concern
for cleanliness and its concomitant respect for the uses of water, there arose an entirely new
concept, that of the Turkish Bath. In time it became an institution, with its system of
ineradicable customs.
For the Turkish bath was much more than just a place to cleanse the skin. It was intimately bound
up with everyday life, a place where people of every rank and station, young and old, rich and poor,
townsman or villager, could come freely. Women as well as men made use of the "hamam", as the bath
is known in Turkish, although of course at separate hours. Dinner in Göreme, and overnight stay
at your campsite in Göreme.
7. Day: Ankara (inkl. Bustrip 04):
Trip distance :275km, Autobahn / Total distance: 1445 km
After breakfast we drive to Ankara. There we park the motorhomes at the campsite. Today we have 1/2
day tour in Ankara and visit the famous Hittite Museum, Anatolian Civilisation Museum) citadel
of Ankara, Mausoleum of Ataturk and other attractions. Dinner in Ankara and overnight stay at
your campsite in Ankara.
8. Day:
Tageskilometer: Trip distance: 400km, Autobahn /Total distance: 1845km
After breakfast we are on our way to Istanbul. After arrival at the campsite in Selimpasa, dinner
and overnight stay in Selimpasa.
9. Tag (Bustrip 05):
Trip distance : 100km, Autobahn / Total distance: 1945km
Breakfast and transfer to Hippodrome: The former centre of sportive and political activities of
Constantinople. During the visit you will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column
from Delphi and fountain of Wilhelm II. St. Sophia: The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times,
one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world. Blue Mosque: One of the
biggest mosques of Istanbul from the 17th century, famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets. In
the afternoon visit of the famous Topkapi Palace: The former imperial residence from where the
great Ottoman Empire was once ruled. Today it is a spectacular museum that has one of the largest
collection of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family.
Then follows a visit to Grand Covered Bazaar.
Dinner in Selimpasa and overnight stay stay at your campsite in Selimpasa.
10. Day (inkl. Bustrip 06):
Trip distance : 120km / Total distance:2065km
Breakfast and transfer to Port Eminönü for our Bosphorus cruises and tours.
Istanbul's Bosphorus Strait is a channel of water 31 km long (appr.20 miles), connecting the Sea of
Marmara to the Black Sea. As the traffic of the city is often too great, it is always advisable to
use the sea for transportation where possible, having long served just such a purpose throughout
history. In the past, inhabitants of the city settled along the Bosphorus, where they built
magnificent wooden houses, known as 'yali'.
Many Bosporus cruises and tours of the strait begin in Eminonu, there being two ways of doing it.
The first option is to get on the public passenger ferry of the municipality, which departs from
the main quay and has two departures during the day all year round or three during the summer. The
public passenger boat serves those who live on the Bosporus shore and so it stops 6 times on
the way for people to get on or off, taking you as far as Anadolu Kavagi at the gate of the Black
Sea, about a one and a half hour journey each-way.
Although the most economical way of visiting
the waterway, there is no guarantee that you will find a seat or good viewing position in these
crowded boats. Farewell dinner in Selimpasa and last overnight stay at your campsite in
Selimpasa.
11. Day:
Trip distance :320 km / Total distance: 2385km
Today we go to Assos with a stop in Troy. On our way we visit the ancient Troy, see its legendary
walls and the replica of the wooden horse.
Tour of Pergamum with the Acropolis, the steepest Theatre of the
ancient world, Temple of Trojan, the library, Asclepion, the ancient medical centre and the oldest
known hospital in the world. We go on to Assos. Dinner in Assos and overnight stay at your campsite
in Assos.
12. Day:
Trip distance :50 km / Total distance: 2435km
Visit Assos and Behramkale:
Region Assos, which is within Ayvacik province, is hosting to the native and foreign tourists during
four seasons. Acropolis is 238 m. high from sea level. Athena Temple was constructed at the same
place during the 6th century B. C. Besides protection of Biga peninsula and Edremit Gulf, this
Doric temple has been restored to its former magnificence. You can wait and stay for a while
watching moon light on ruins of a temple, or you can awake early in the morning and watch the
magnificent image of Edremit Gulf from the upper part of the city while sun is slowly rising.
And all of these make one understand why Assos is paradise to be visited for a perfect holiday.
There are agoras, a theater and a Gymnasium from hills streching out to the sea.
A bridge, a castle and a mosque, constructed during Ottoman Sultan I. Murat during 14th century at
the north edge of the Acropolis can be seen. There was a small and sweet port at lower side.
At 25 km. west of Behramkale, in Gülpinar village, Chryse, a historical city, in which Apollo
Smintheus Temple constructed during 2nd century B. C., is present. At 15 km. west of Gülpinar, on a
road which is lying throughout an unsigned sharp rocks, there is Babakale with cute village houses
on the steep of the hill descending to the sea. overnight stay at your campsite in
Assos.
13. Day (inkl. Bustrip 07):
Trip distance : 315km, Autobahn / Total distance: 2750km.
After breakfast we depart for Selcuk and visit Pergamum on our way.
Upon arrival at the Pergamon antique city, we first visit the Aesculapium, the ancient medical
center built in the name of Aeusculapis and the God of medicine. We continue to Pergamum
Acropolis, visit Athena and Trojan Temples - Temple of Zeus - Temple of Dionysus - Gymnasium of
Youth - Odeon - Library - Agora - Great Theatre - and Roman Bath and also the Archaeological
Museum. Dinner in Selcuk and overnight stay at your campsite in Selcuk.
14. Day (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance : 200km / Total distance: 2950km
Today we make a full-day sightseeing tour in Ephesus.
Ephesus is the city dedicated to Artemis, the best preserved ancient city of Asia Minor with its
majestic theatre, marble road, Temple of Artemis, the Church of the Virgin Mary or the Double
Church, the library of Celsus, the stadium and the lecture hall.
We go on to the home of the Virgin Mary, who was brought to Ephesus by John, the beloved disciple
of Jesus. The home of Virgin Mary on a hill top, where she lived out her days is now visited by over
a hundred thousand pilgrims each year. The pilgrims drink the water of the sacred spring, meditate
and pray for health at this ancient spot of worship. Both Pope Paul VI in 1967 and Pope John Paul
II in 1979 have celebrated mass here.
The next stop on our tour is the antik city Didyma.
Didyma
The Didymaion, the temple of Apollo and its oracle at Didyma, had a considerable reputation in the
ancient times. German archaeologists excavating at the site have shown that the earliest sanctuary
here was built in the 8th century BC and that it was enlarged into an enormous temple around 560
BC. After their bloody suppression of the Ionian rebellion, the Persians sacked and laid waste
to Miletus (which they regarded as the instigator) and the Didymaion in 494 BC. It was during
this assault that the temple's cult statue of Apollo was carried off to Ecbatana (modern Hamadan
town in Iran). After Alexander the Great defeated the Persians in 334 BC, the Ionian cities
regained their independence and work was begun on reconstructing the temple of Apollo.
Dinner in Selcuk, overnight stay at your campsite in Selcuk.
15. Day (inkl. Bustrip 09):
Trip distance : 178km / Total distance: 3128km
After breakfast we got to Pamukkale and visit Afrodisias on the way. Pamukkale (white lime
cascades) is the noted ancient spa, where pure white travertine forms frozen waterfalls. Visit
Hierapolis where you will have a chance to swim on top of ancient Roman ruins. Located 20 kilometers
from the town of Denizli in the Aegean region of Turkey, Pamukkale is one of the most interesting
places in the world, famous not only for the entrancing beauty of its unique geological formations
but also for its historical remains. The calcium oxide-rich waters flowing down the southern
slope of Caldag located north of the ruins have, over the millennia, built up deposits of white
travertine on the plateau thus fully justifying both the site's ancient name of Hierapolis (Holy
City) and its modern one of Pamukkale (Cotton Castle). After the visit we go on to Manavgat.
Dinner in Pamukkale, overnight stay at your campsite in Pamukkale.
16. Day: Dalyan, Caunos (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 09):
Trip distance :208km / Total distance: 3383km
Day (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 07):
After breakfast we go to Dalyan via Kale, Mugla,
We park the motorhomes at the campsite and go on a sightseeing tour.
Boattrip from Dalyan to Iztuzu Beach (Turtle Beach) along the antik Lycian City Caunos.
Founded around the 9th century BC, Caunos became an important Carian city in 400 B.C. Right on the
border with the Kingdom of Lycia, its culture reflected aspects of both Kingdoms. The tombs, for
instance, are in Lycian style.
When Maussolos of Halicarnassus was ruler of Caria, his Hellenistic
influence reached the Caunians, who eagerly adopted the culture. This mixture of cultures in
Caunos may be seen amongst the ruins of its various archaeological remains: the Carian city wall
built by Maussolos, the Lycian and Carian tombs, the medieval walls on the acropolis, a Roman
fountain dedicated to Vespasianus, a theater from the 2nd century BC, remains of 4 temples,
massive Roman baths and a Byzantine basilica of 5th/8th centuries. Dinner in Dalyan, overnightstay at
your campsite in Dalyan.
17. Day Göcek, Fethiye, (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance :270km / Total distance: 3653km
After breakfast we go via Göcek to Fethiye.
On the way we visit Kayakoy. It was built on the site of the ancient city of Carmylessus
(Karmylassos) in the 1700s. A few kilometers from Fethiye, over the pine covered hills is the
enchanting "ghost village" of Kaya Village or Kayaköy also known as Karmylassos and Levissii.
Dinner in Fethiye, overnightstay at
your campsite in Fethiye.
18. Day Göcek, Fethiye, (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance :140km / Total distance: 3793km
After breakfast we go via Patara to Kalkan.
On the way we visit Patara. Patara is in the heart of the Lycian region, a region boasting thousands
of years of history, breathtaking scenery and hundreds of kilometres of unspoiled coastline. 2000
years ago Patara was the largest and most important sea port of the Lycian civilization. According
to Mythology Apollo was born here and it is also recorded as the birthplace of St. Nicholas.
As the principle port on the coast of Lycia, Patara has a long history. Excavations are slowly
bringing the city’s ancient history to light. The finding of coins and ceramic fragments, during
excavations, date the city to at least 7th century BC.
arrived in Kalkan is a lovely small hilltop town that overlooks a tiny bay. Its quaint, traditional,
white-washed houses, shuttered windows and balconies garlanded with brilliant flowers that cascade
to the streets below, make it the ultimate in a peaceful holiday town in the Mediterranean region
of Turkey. Narrow winding streets lined with souvenir shops lead down to the charming marina.
Dinner in Kalkan overnight stay at your campsite in Kalkan.
19. Day Kalkan Kas, Myra, Demre, Kekova (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 09):
Trip distance :110km / Total distance: 3903km
Today we go on a bus and boat tours and visit Kekova Island, Simena, Demre, Santa Claus Church, the
antikcity Myra, Kale and Ücagiz.
Kekova Island and the town of Kale (ancient Simena) to the west of Antalya make an idyllic daytrip
for the traveler looking for a combination of sunshine, swimming and fascinating historic ruins.
Many boats run trips from Kas but the journey is much shorter from Cayagzi, the harbor of Demre.
Along the stony coastline the boats may stop at a cave, or you can see the occasional goat or the
smoldering pyramids of wood used by peasants to make charcoal, the product may sit in plastic
sacks at the water's edge, waiting to be taken away.
Demre / Santa Claus Some people believe that Santa Claus did not exist but truth is that old Father
Christmas did in fact exist as a historic personality. He did not come from beyond the North Pole
where Reindeers roam, but lived under the warm Lycian sun as Bishop of Myra. His church and
ex-tomb continue to exist as places of pilgrimage in the Turkish town of Demre (known also as
Kale, near Antalya). Saint Nicholas was born in Patara, was elected bishop during Diocletian's
persecutions, and died in Myra around the year 350. These stories of his charitable acts took on
legendary dimensions during the following centuries.
Myra features some of the most impressive and well preserved Lycian monuments in the country. These
include an excellent collection of rock tombs and an imposing 2nd century theatre. Many of the tombs
have log cabin features carved into the rock, presumably reflecting the domestic architecture of the
period. A few easily accessible ones have inscriptions in the Lycian language. Carvings above are
mostly in poor repair but the overall effect of this jumble of the architecture of death is
dramatic. Dinner in Kas, overnight stay at your campsite in Kalkan.
20. Day Finike, Antalya, Manavgat:
Trip distance :280km / Total distance: 4183km
After breakfast we go to Manavgat via Kas, Finike, Kemer and Antalya. After we parked the motorhomes
we visit the old city of Antalya. Farewell dinner in Antalya, overnight stay at your campsite
Manavgat.
Antalya, Turkey's principal holiday resort in the Mediterranean region (ancient Pamphylia), is an
attractive city with shady palm-lined boulevards, a prize-winning marina on the Mediterranean. In
the picturesque old quarter, Kaleici, narrow winding streets and old wooden houses abut the ancient
city walls. Lately, many foreigners have bought (and continue to buy) property in and around
Antalya for their holidays or for the retirement. It became a popular area especially for the
German and Russian nationals.Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
21. Tag:
Tageskilometer 0km / Gesamtkilometer: 4285km
The day is free Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
22. Day:
Transfer to airport Antalya. Flight back home.
4. Day: Cappadocia, Göreme
Trip distance :270km / Total distance: 900km
After breakfast departure for Cappadocia. On our way we will visit the 13th century Sultanhani .
caravansaray. After Arrival we park the motorhomes at the campingsite in Göreme Dinner and overnight
stay at your campsite in Göreme. Here we will spend the next two days with sightseeing.
5. Day: (inkl. Bustrip 03): Cappadocia, Göreme, Zelve,Uchisar, Derinkuyu
Trip distance :270km / Total distance: 1170 km
After breakfast we visit Göreme natural park, an open-air museum, a complex or rock churches and
chapels covered with frescos carved in rock. We visit the handicraft town of Avanos, Pasabagi Red
Valley, Derinkuyu underground city with several stories carved into the soft tufa rock and used by
the local population during enemy invasions and Christian persecutions. These self-sufficient
underground cities included rooms for grain and wine storage, sleeping chambers, stables, kitchens,
etc with excellent air ventilation. After lunch we continue to visit Devrent Valley, Monk's valley
(Pasabagi) where you will find the world known fairy chimneys. Depart for a panoramic view of
Esentepe and then on to Uchisar, a natural rock castle. Dinner in Göreme and overnight stay at
your campsite in Göreme.
6. Day: Cappadocia, Göreme
Trip distance :0km / Total distance: 1170km
Early morning optional balloon tour. Float through volcanic valleys, fairy chimneys and caves
enjoying the beautiful sunrise of Cappadocia. Extra cost 160 Euro per person. Registration
necessary with the booking of this tour.
In the afternoon visit of a turkish bath (optional )The tradition of the Turkish bath extends far
back, to a time before Turks had reached Anatolia. When the Turks arrived in Anatolia, they brought
with them one bathing tradition, and were confronted with another, that of Romans and Byzantines,
with certain local variants. The traditions merged, and with the addition of the Moslem concern
for cleanliness and its concomitant respect for the uses of water, there arose an entirely new
concept, that of the Turkish Bath. In time it became an institution, with its system of
ineradicable customs.
For the Turkish bath was much more than just a place to cleanse the skin. It was intimately bound
up with everyday life, a place where people of every rank and station, young and old, rich and poor,
townsman or villager, could come freely. Women as well as men made use of the "hamam", as the bath
is known in Turkish, although of course at separate hours. Dinner in Göreme, and overnight stay
at your campsite in Göreme.
7. Day: Ankara (inkl. Bustrip 04):
Trip distance :275km, Autobahn / Total distance: 1445 km
After breakfast we drive to Ankara. There we park the motorhomes at the campsite. Today we have 1/2
day tour in Ankara and visit the famous Hittite Museum, Anatolian Civilisation Museum) citadel
of Ankara, Mausoleum of Ataturk and other attractions. Dinner in Ankara and overnight stay at
your campsite in Ankara.
8. Day:
Tageskilometer: Trip distance: 400km, Autobahn /Total distance: 1845km
After breakfast we are on our way to Istanbul. After arrival at the campsite in Selimpasa, dinner
and overnight stay in Selimpasa.
9. Tag (Bustrip 05):
Trip distance : 100km, Autobahn / Total distance: 1945km
Breakfast and transfer to Hippodrome: The former centre of sportive and political activities of
Constantinople. During the visit you will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column
from Delphi and fountain of Wilhelm II. St. Sophia: The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times,
one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world. Blue Mosque: One of the
biggest mosques of Istanbul from the 17th century, famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets. In
the afternoon visit of the famous Topkapi Palace: The former imperial residence from where the
great Ottoman Empire was once ruled. Today it is a spectacular museum that has one of the largest
collection of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family.
Then follows a visit to Grand Covered Bazaar.
Dinner in Selimpasa and overnight stay stay at your campsite in Selimpasa.
10. Day (inkl. Bustrip 06):
Trip distance : 120km / Total distance:2065km
Breakfast and transfer to Port Eminönü for our Bosphorus cruises and tours.
Istanbul's Bosphorus Strait is a channel of water 31 km long (appr.20 miles), connecting the Sea of
Marmara to the Black Sea. As the traffic of the city is often too great, it is always advisable to
use the sea for transportation where possible, having long served just such a purpose throughout
history. In the past, inhabitants of the city settled along the Bosphorus, where they built
magnificent wooden houses, known as 'yali'.
Many Bosporus cruises and tours of the strait begin in Eminonu, there being two ways of doing it.
The first option is to get on the public passenger ferry of the municipality, which departs from
the main quay and has two departures during the day all year round or three during the summer. The
public passenger boat serves those who live on the Bosporus shore and so it stops 6 times on
the way for people to get on or off, taking you as far as Anadolu Kavagi at the gate of the Black
Sea, about a one and a half hour journey each-way.
Although the most economical way of visiting
the waterway, there is no guarantee that you will find a seat or good viewing position in these
crowded boats. Farewell dinner in Selimpasa and last overnight stay at your campsite in
Selimpasa.
11. Day:
Trip distance :320 km / Total distance: 2385km
Today we go to Assos with a stop in Troy. On our way we visit the ancient Troy, see its legendary
walls and the replica of the wooden horse.
Tour of Pergamum with the Acropolis, the steepest Theatre of the
ancient world, Temple of Trojan, the library, Asclepion, the ancient medical centre and the oldest
known hospital in the world. We go on to Assos. Dinner in Assos and overnight stay at your campsite
in Assos.
12. Day:
Trip distance :50 km / Total distance: 2435km
Visit Assos and Behramkale:
Region Assos, which is within Ayvacik province, is hosting to the native and foreign tourists during
four seasons. Acropolis is 238 m. high from sea level. Athena Temple was constructed at the same
place during the 6th century B. C. Besides protection of Biga peninsula and Edremit Gulf, this
Doric temple has been restored to its former magnificence. You can wait and stay for a while
watching moon light on ruins of a temple, or you can awake early in the morning and watch the
magnificent image of Edremit Gulf from the upper part of the city while sun is slowly rising.
And all of these make one understand why Assos is paradise to be visited for a perfect holiday.
There are agoras, a theater and a Gymnasium from hills streching out to the sea.
A bridge, a castle and a mosque, constructed during Ottoman Sultan I. Murat during 14th century at
the north edge of the Acropolis can be seen. There was a small and sweet port at lower side.
At 25 km. west of Behramkale, in Gülpinar village, Chryse, a historical city, in which Apollo
Smintheus Temple constructed during 2nd century B. C., is present. At 15 km. west of Gülpinar, on a
road which is lying throughout an unsigned sharp rocks, there is Babakale with cute village houses
on the steep of the hill descending to the sea. overnight stay at your campsite in
Assos.
13. Day (inkl. Bustrip 07):
Trip distance : 315km, Autobahn / Total distance: 2750km.
After breakfast we depart for Selcuk and visit Pergamum on our way.
Upon arrival at the Pergamon antique city, we first visit the Aesculapium, the ancient medical
center built in the name of Aeusculapis and the God of medicine. We continue to Pergamum
Acropolis, visit Athena and Trojan Temples - Temple of Zeus - Temple of Dionysus - Gymnasium of
Youth - Odeon - Library - Agora - Great Theatre - and Roman Bath and also the Archaeological
Museum. Dinner in Selcuk and overnight stay at your campsite in Selcuk.
14. Day (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance : 200km / Total distance: 2950km
Today we make a full-day sightseeing tour in Ephesus.
Ephesus is the city dedicated to Artemis, the best preserved ancient city of Asia Minor with its
majestic theatre, marble road, Temple of Artemis, the Church of the Virgin Mary or the Double
Church, the library of Celsus, the stadium and the lecture hall.
We go on to the home of the Virgin Mary, who was brought to Ephesus by John, the beloved disciple
of Jesus. The home of Virgin Mary on a hill top, where she lived out her days is now visited by over
a hundred thousand pilgrims each year. The pilgrims drink the water of the sacred spring, meditate
and pray for health at this ancient spot of worship. Both Pope Paul VI in 1967 and Pope John Paul
II in 1979 have celebrated mass here.
The next stop on our tour is the antik city Didyma.
Didyma
The Didymaion, the temple of Apollo and its oracle at Didyma, had a considerable reputation in the
ancient times. German archaeologists excavating at the site have shown that the earliest sanctuary
here was built in the 8th century BC and that it was enlarged into an enormous temple around 560
BC. After their bloody suppression of the Ionian rebellion, the Persians sacked and laid waste
to Miletus (which they regarded as the instigator) and the Didymaion in 494 BC. It was during
this assault that the temple's cult statue of Apollo was carried off to Ecbatana (modern Hamadan
town in Iran). After Alexander the Great defeated the Persians in 334 BC, the Ionian cities
regained their independence and work was begun on reconstructing the temple of Apollo.
Dinner in Selcuk, overnight stay at your campsite in Selcuk.
15. Day (inkl. Bustrip 09):
Trip distance : 178km / Total distance: 3128km
After breakfast we got to Pamukkale and visit Afrodisias on the way. Pamukkale (white lime
cascades) is the noted ancient spa, where pure white travertine forms frozen waterfalls. Visit
Hierapolis where you will have a chance to swim on top of ancient Roman ruins. Located 20 kilometers
from the town of Denizli in the Aegean region of Turkey, Pamukkale is one of the most interesting
places in the world, famous not only for the entrancing beauty of its unique geological formations
but also for its historical remains. The calcium oxide-rich waters flowing down the southern
slope of Caldag located north of the ruins have, over the millennia, built up deposits of white
travertine on the plateau thus fully justifying both the site's ancient name of Hierapolis (Holy
City) and its modern one of Pamukkale (Cotton Castle). After the visit we go on to Manavgat.
Dinner in Pamukkale, overnight stay at your campsite in Pamukkale.
16. Day: Dalyan, Caunos (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 09):
Trip distance :208km / Total distance: 3383km
Day (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 07):
After breakfast we go to Dalyan via Kale, Mugla,
We park the motorhomes at the campsite and go on a sightseeing tour.
Boattrip from Dalyan to Iztuzu Beach (Turtle Beach) along the antik Lycian City Caunos.
Founded around the 9th century BC, Caunos became an important Carian city in 400 B.C. Right on the
border with the Kingdom of Lycia, its culture reflected aspects of both Kingdoms. The tombs, for
instance, are in Lycian style.
When Maussolos of Halicarnassus was ruler of Caria, his Hellenistic
influence reached the Caunians, who eagerly adopted the culture. This mixture of cultures in
Caunos may be seen amongst the ruins of its various archaeological remains: the Carian city wall
built by Maussolos, the Lycian and Carian tombs, the medieval walls on the acropolis, a Roman
fountain dedicated to Vespasianus, a theater from the 2nd century BC, remains of 4 temples,
massive Roman baths and a Byzantine basilica of 5th/8th centuries. Dinner in Dalyan, overnightstay at
your campsite in Dalyan.
17. Day Göcek, Fethiye, (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance :270km / Total distance: 3653km
After breakfast we go via Göcek to Fethiye.
On the way we visit Kayakoy. It was built on the site of the ancient city of Carmylessus
(Karmylassos) in the 1700s. A few kilometers from Fethiye, over the pine covered hills is the
enchanting "ghost village" of Kaya Village or Kayaköy also known as Karmylassos and Levissii.
Dinner in Fethiye, overnightstay at
your campsite in Fethiye.
18. Day Göcek, Fethiye, (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance :140km / Total distance: 3793km
After breakfast we go via Patara to Kalkan.
On the way we visit Patara. Patara is in the heart of the Lycian region, a region boasting thousands
of years of history, breathtaking scenery and hundreds of kilometres of unspoiled coastline. 2000
years ago Patara was the largest and most important sea port of the Lycian civilization. According
to Mythology Apollo was born here and it is also recorded as the birthplace of St. Nicholas.
As the principle port on the coast of Lycia, Patara has a long history. Excavations are slowly
bringing the city’s ancient history to light. The finding of coins and ceramic fragments, during
excavations, date the city to at least 7th century BC.
arrived in Kalkan is a lovely small hilltop town that overlooks a tiny bay. Its quaint, traditional,
white-washed houses, shuttered windows and balconies garlanded with brilliant flowers that cascade
to the streets below, make it the ultimate in a peaceful holiday town in the Mediterranean region
of Turkey. Narrow winding streets lined with souvenir shops lead down to the charming marina.
Dinner in Kalkan overnight stay at your campsite in Kalkan.
19. Day Kalkan Kas, Myra, Demre, Kekova (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 09):
Trip distance :110km / Total distance: 3903km
Today we go on a bus and boat tours and visit Kekova Island, Simena, Demre, Santa Claus Church, the
antikcity Myra, Kale and Ücagiz.
Kekova Island and the town of Kale (ancient Simena) to the west of Antalya make an idyllic daytrip
for the traveler looking for a combination of sunshine, swimming and fascinating historic ruins.
Many boats run trips from Kas but the journey is much shorter from Cayagzi, the harbor of Demre.
Along the stony coastline the boats may stop at a cave, or you can see the occasional goat or the
smoldering pyramids of wood used by peasants to make charcoal, the product may sit in plastic
sacks at the water's edge, waiting to be taken away.
Demre / Santa Claus Some people believe that Santa Claus did not exist but truth is that old Father
Christmas did in fact exist as a historic personality. He did not come from beyond the North Pole
where Reindeers roam, but lived under the warm Lycian sun as Bishop of Myra. His church and
ex-tomb continue to exist as places of pilgrimage in the Turkish town of Demre (known also as
Kale, near Antalya). Saint Nicholas was born in Patara, was elected bishop during Diocletian's
persecutions, and died in Myra around the year 350. These stories of his charitable acts took on
legendary dimensions during the following centuries.
Myra features some of the most impressive and well preserved Lycian monuments in the country. These
include an excellent collection of rock tombs and an imposing 2nd century theatre. Many of the tombs
have log cabin features carved into the rock, presumably reflecting the domestic architecture of the
period. A few easily accessible ones have inscriptions in the Lycian language. Carvings above are
mostly in poor repair but the overall effect of this jumble of the architecture of death is
dramatic. Dinner in Kas, overnight stay at your campsite in Kalkan.
20. Day Finike, Antalya, Manavgat:
Trip distance :280km / Total distance: 4183km
After breakfast we go to Manavgat via Kas, Finike, Kemer and Antalya. After we parked the motorhomes
we visit the old city of Antalya. Farewell dinner in Antalya, overnight stay at your campsite
Manavgat.
Antalya, Turkey's principal holiday resort in the Mediterranean region (ancient Pamphylia), is an
attractive city with shady palm-lined boulevards, a prize-winning marina on the Mediterranean. In
the picturesque old quarter, Kaleici, narrow winding streets and old wooden houses abut the ancient
city walls. Lately, many foreigners have bought (and continue to buy) property in and around
Antalya for their holidays or for the retirement. It became a popular area especially for the
German and Russian nationals.Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
21. Tag:
Tageskilometer 0km / Gesamtkilometer: 4285km
The day is free Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
22. Day:
Transfer to airport Antalya. Flight back home.
After breakfast we visit Göreme natural park, an open-air museum, a complex or rock churches and chapels covered with frescos carved in rock. We visit the handicraft town of Avanos, Pasabagi Red Valley, Derinkuyu underground city with several stories carved into the soft tufa rock and used by the local population during enemy invasions and Christian persecutions. These self-sufficient underground cities included rooms for grain and wine storage, sleeping chambers, stables, kitchens, etc with excellent air ventilation. After lunch we continue to visit Devrent Valley, Monk's valley (Pasabagi) where you will find the world known fairy chimneys. Depart for a panoramic view of Esentepe and then on to Uchisar, a natural rock castle. Dinner in Göreme and overnight stay at your campsite in Göreme.
6. Day: Cappadocia, Göreme
Trip distance :0km / Total distance: 1170km
Early morning optional balloon tour. Float through volcanic valleys, fairy chimneys and caves
enjoying the beautiful sunrise of Cappadocia. Extra cost 160 Euro per person. Registration
necessary with the booking of this tour.
In the afternoon visit of a turkish bath (optional )The tradition of the Turkish bath extends far
back, to a time before Turks had reached Anatolia. When the Turks arrived in Anatolia, they brought
with them one bathing tradition, and were confronted with another, that of Romans and Byzantines,
with certain local variants. The traditions merged, and with the addition of the Moslem concern
for cleanliness and its concomitant respect for the uses of water, there arose an entirely new
concept, that of the Turkish Bath. In time it became an institution, with its system of
ineradicable customs.
For the Turkish bath was much more than just a place to cleanse the skin. It was intimately bound
up with everyday life, a place where people of every rank and station, young and old, rich and poor,
townsman or villager, could come freely. Women as well as men made use of the "hamam", as the bath
is known in Turkish, although of course at separate hours. Dinner in Göreme, and overnight stay
at your campsite in Göreme.
7. Day: Ankara (inkl. Bustrip 04):
Trip distance :275km, Autobahn / Total distance: 1445 km
After breakfast we drive to Ankara. There we park the motorhomes at the campsite. Today we have 1/2
day tour in Ankara and visit the famous Hittite Museum, Anatolian Civilisation Museum) citadel
of Ankara, Mausoleum of Ataturk and other attractions. Dinner in Ankara and overnight stay at
your campsite in Ankara.
8. Day:
Tageskilometer: Trip distance: 400km, Autobahn /Total distance: 1845km
After breakfast we are on our way to Istanbul. After arrival at the campsite in Selimpasa, dinner
and overnight stay in Selimpasa.
9. Tag (Bustrip 05):
Trip distance : 100km, Autobahn / Total distance: 1945km
Breakfast and transfer to Hippodrome: The former centre of sportive and political activities of
Constantinople. During the visit you will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column
from Delphi and fountain of Wilhelm II. St. Sophia: The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times,
one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world. Blue Mosque: One of the
biggest mosques of Istanbul from the 17th century, famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets. In
the afternoon visit of the famous Topkapi Palace: The former imperial residence from where the
great Ottoman Empire was once ruled. Today it is a spectacular museum that has one of the largest
collection of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family.
Then follows a visit to Grand Covered Bazaar.
Dinner in Selimpasa and overnight stay stay at your campsite in Selimpasa.
10. Day (inkl. Bustrip 06):
Trip distance : 120km / Total distance:2065km
Breakfast and transfer to Port Eminönü for our Bosphorus cruises and tours.
Istanbul's Bosphorus Strait is a channel of water 31 km long (appr.20 miles), connecting the Sea of
Marmara to the Black Sea. As the traffic of the city is often too great, it is always advisable to
use the sea for transportation where possible, having long served just such a purpose throughout
history. In the past, inhabitants of the city settled along the Bosphorus, where they built
magnificent wooden houses, known as 'yali'.
Many Bosporus cruises and tours of the strait begin in Eminonu, there being two ways of doing it.
The first option is to get on the public passenger ferry of the municipality, which departs from
the main quay and has two departures during the day all year round or three during the summer. The
public passenger boat serves those who live on the Bosporus shore and so it stops 6 times on
the way for people to get on or off, taking you as far as Anadolu Kavagi at the gate of the Black
Sea, about a one and a half hour journey each-way.
Although the most economical way of visiting
the waterway, there is no guarantee that you will find a seat or good viewing position in these
crowded boats. Farewell dinner in Selimpasa and last overnight stay at your campsite in
Selimpasa.
11. Day:
Trip distance :320 km / Total distance: 2385km
Today we go to Assos with a stop in Troy. On our way we visit the ancient Troy, see its legendary
walls and the replica of the wooden horse.
Tour of Pergamum with the Acropolis, the steepest Theatre of the
ancient world, Temple of Trojan, the library, Asclepion, the ancient medical centre and the oldest
known hospital in the world. We go on to Assos. Dinner in Assos and overnight stay at your campsite
in Assos.
12. Day:
Trip distance :50 km / Total distance: 2435km
Visit Assos and Behramkale:
Region Assos, which is within Ayvacik province, is hosting to the native and foreign tourists during
four seasons. Acropolis is 238 m. high from sea level. Athena Temple was constructed at the same
place during the 6th century B. C. Besides protection of Biga peninsula and Edremit Gulf, this
Doric temple has been restored to its former magnificence. You can wait and stay for a while
watching moon light on ruins of a temple, or you can awake early in the morning and watch the
magnificent image of Edremit Gulf from the upper part of the city while sun is slowly rising.
And all of these make one understand why Assos is paradise to be visited for a perfect holiday.
There are agoras, a theater and a Gymnasium from hills streching out to the sea.
A bridge, a castle and a mosque, constructed during Ottoman Sultan I. Murat during 14th century at
the north edge of the Acropolis can be seen. There was a small and sweet port at lower side.
At 25 km. west of Behramkale, in Gülpinar village, Chryse, a historical city, in which Apollo
Smintheus Temple constructed during 2nd century B. C., is present. At 15 km. west of Gülpinar, on a
road which is lying throughout an unsigned sharp rocks, there is Babakale with cute village houses
on the steep of the hill descending to the sea. overnight stay at your campsite in
Assos.
13. Day (inkl. Bustrip 07):
Trip distance : 315km, Autobahn / Total distance: 2750km.
After breakfast we depart for Selcuk and visit Pergamum on our way.
Upon arrival at the Pergamon antique city, we first visit the Aesculapium, the ancient medical
center built in the name of Aeusculapis and the God of medicine. We continue to Pergamum
Acropolis, visit Athena and Trojan Temples - Temple of Zeus - Temple of Dionysus - Gymnasium of
Youth - Odeon - Library - Agora - Great Theatre - and Roman Bath and also the Archaeological
Museum. Dinner in Selcuk and overnight stay at your campsite in Selcuk.
14. Day (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance : 200km / Total distance: 2950km
Today we make a full-day sightseeing tour in Ephesus.
Ephesus is the city dedicated to Artemis, the best preserved ancient city of Asia Minor with its
majestic theatre, marble road, Temple of Artemis, the Church of the Virgin Mary or the Double
Church, the library of Celsus, the stadium and the lecture hall.
We go on to the home of the Virgin Mary, who was brought to Ephesus by John, the beloved disciple
of Jesus. The home of Virgin Mary on a hill top, where she lived out her days is now visited by over
a hundred thousand pilgrims each year. The pilgrims drink the water of the sacred spring, meditate
and pray for health at this ancient spot of worship. Both Pope Paul VI in 1967 and Pope John Paul
II in 1979 have celebrated mass here.
The next stop on our tour is the antik city Didyma.
Didyma
The Didymaion, the temple of Apollo and its oracle at Didyma, had a considerable reputation in the
ancient times. German archaeologists excavating at the site have shown that the earliest sanctuary
here was built in the 8th century BC and that it was enlarged into an enormous temple around 560
BC. After their bloody suppression of the Ionian rebellion, the Persians sacked and laid waste
to Miletus (which they regarded as the instigator) and the Didymaion in 494 BC. It was during
this assault that the temple's cult statue of Apollo was carried off to Ecbatana (modern Hamadan
town in Iran). After Alexander the Great defeated the Persians in 334 BC, the Ionian cities
regained their independence and work was begun on reconstructing the temple of Apollo.
Dinner in Selcuk, overnight stay at your campsite in Selcuk.
15. Day (inkl. Bustrip 09):
Trip distance : 178km / Total distance: 3128km
After breakfast we got to Pamukkale and visit Afrodisias on the way. Pamukkale (white lime
cascades) is the noted ancient spa, where pure white travertine forms frozen waterfalls. Visit
Hierapolis where you will have a chance to swim on top of ancient Roman ruins. Located 20 kilometers
from the town of Denizli in the Aegean region of Turkey, Pamukkale is one of the most interesting
places in the world, famous not only for the entrancing beauty of its unique geological formations
but also for its historical remains. The calcium oxide-rich waters flowing down the southern
slope of Caldag located north of the ruins have, over the millennia, built up deposits of white
travertine on the plateau thus fully justifying both the site's ancient name of Hierapolis (Holy
City) and its modern one of Pamukkale (Cotton Castle). After the visit we go on to Manavgat.
Dinner in Pamukkale, overnight stay at your campsite in Pamukkale.
16. Day: Dalyan, Caunos (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 09):
Trip distance :208km / Total distance: 3383km
Day (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 07):
After breakfast we go to Dalyan via Kale, Mugla,
We park the motorhomes at the campsite and go on a sightseeing tour.
Boattrip from Dalyan to Iztuzu Beach (Turtle Beach) along the antik Lycian City Caunos.
Founded around the 9th century BC, Caunos became an important Carian city in 400 B.C. Right on the
border with the Kingdom of Lycia, its culture reflected aspects of both Kingdoms. The tombs, for
instance, are in Lycian style.
When Maussolos of Halicarnassus was ruler of Caria, his Hellenistic
influence reached the Caunians, who eagerly adopted the culture. This mixture of cultures in
Caunos may be seen amongst the ruins of its various archaeological remains: the Carian city wall
built by Maussolos, the Lycian and Carian tombs, the medieval walls on the acropolis, a Roman
fountain dedicated to Vespasianus, a theater from the 2nd century BC, remains of 4 temples,
massive Roman baths and a Byzantine basilica of 5th/8th centuries. Dinner in Dalyan, overnightstay at
your campsite in Dalyan.
17. Day Göcek, Fethiye, (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance :270km / Total distance: 3653km
After breakfast we go via Göcek to Fethiye.
On the way we visit Kayakoy. It was built on the site of the ancient city of Carmylessus
(Karmylassos) in the 1700s. A few kilometers from Fethiye, over the pine covered hills is the
enchanting "ghost village" of Kaya Village or Kayaköy also known as Karmylassos and Levissii.
Dinner in Fethiye, overnightstay at
your campsite in Fethiye.
18. Day Göcek, Fethiye, (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance :140km / Total distance: 3793km
After breakfast we go via Patara to Kalkan.
On the way we visit Patara. Patara is in the heart of the Lycian region, a region boasting thousands
of years of history, breathtaking scenery and hundreds of kilometres of unspoiled coastline. 2000
years ago Patara was the largest and most important sea port of the Lycian civilization. According
to Mythology Apollo was born here and it is also recorded as the birthplace of St. Nicholas.
As the principle port on the coast of Lycia, Patara has a long history. Excavations are slowly
bringing the city’s ancient history to light. The finding of coins and ceramic fragments, during
excavations, date the city to at least 7th century BC.
arrived in Kalkan is a lovely small hilltop town that overlooks a tiny bay. Its quaint, traditional,
white-washed houses, shuttered windows and balconies garlanded with brilliant flowers that cascade
to the streets below, make it the ultimate in a peaceful holiday town in the Mediterranean region
of Turkey. Narrow winding streets lined with souvenir shops lead down to the charming marina.
Dinner in Kalkan overnight stay at your campsite in Kalkan.
19. Day Kalkan Kas, Myra, Demre, Kekova (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 09):
Trip distance :110km / Total distance: 3903km
Today we go on a bus and boat tours and visit Kekova Island, Simena, Demre, Santa Claus Church, the
antikcity Myra, Kale and Ücagiz.
Kekova Island and the town of Kale (ancient Simena) to the west of Antalya make an idyllic daytrip
for the traveler looking for a combination of sunshine, swimming and fascinating historic ruins.
Many boats run trips from Kas but the journey is much shorter from Cayagzi, the harbor of Demre.
Along the stony coastline the boats may stop at a cave, or you can see the occasional goat or the
smoldering pyramids of wood used by peasants to make charcoal, the product may sit in plastic
sacks at the water's edge, waiting to be taken away.
Demre / Santa Claus Some people believe that Santa Claus did not exist but truth is that old Father
Christmas did in fact exist as a historic personality. He did not come from beyond the North Pole
where Reindeers roam, but lived under the warm Lycian sun as Bishop of Myra. His church and
ex-tomb continue to exist as places of pilgrimage in the Turkish town of Demre (known also as
Kale, near Antalya). Saint Nicholas was born in Patara, was elected bishop during Diocletian's
persecutions, and died in Myra around the year 350. These stories of his charitable acts took on
legendary dimensions during the following centuries.
Myra features some of the most impressive and well preserved Lycian monuments in the country. These
include an excellent collection of rock tombs and an imposing 2nd century theatre. Many of the tombs
have log cabin features carved into the rock, presumably reflecting the domestic architecture of the
period. A few easily accessible ones have inscriptions in the Lycian language. Carvings above are
mostly in poor repair but the overall effect of this jumble of the architecture of death is
dramatic. Dinner in Kas, overnight stay at your campsite in Kalkan.
20. Day Finike, Antalya, Manavgat:
Trip distance :280km / Total distance: 4183km
After breakfast we go to Manavgat via Kas, Finike, Kemer and Antalya. After we parked the motorhomes
we visit the old city of Antalya. Farewell dinner in Antalya, overnight stay at your campsite
Manavgat.
Antalya, Turkey's principal holiday resort in the Mediterranean region (ancient Pamphylia), is an
attractive city with shady palm-lined boulevards, a prize-winning marina on the Mediterranean. In
the picturesque old quarter, Kaleici, narrow winding streets and old wooden houses abut the ancient
city walls. Lately, many foreigners have bought (and continue to buy) property in and around
Antalya for their holidays or for the retirement. It became a popular area especially for the
German and Russian nationals.Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
21. Tag:
Tageskilometer 0km / Gesamtkilometer: 4285km
The day is free Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
22. Day:
Transfer to airport Antalya. Flight back home.
After breakfast we drive to Ankara. There we park the motorhomes at the campsite. Today we have 1/2 day tour in Ankara and visit the famous Hittite Museum, Anatolian Civilisation Museum) citadel of Ankara, Mausoleum of Ataturk and other attractions. Dinner in Ankara and overnight stay at your campsite in Ankara.
8. Day:
Tageskilometer: Trip distance: 400km, Autobahn /Total distance: 1845km
After breakfast we are on our way to Istanbul. After arrival at the campsite in Selimpasa, dinner and overnight stay in Selimpasa.
9. Tag (Bustrip 05):
Trip distance : 100km, Autobahn / Total distance: 1945km
Breakfast and transfer to Hippodrome: The former centre of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. During the visit you will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Wilhelm II. St. Sophia: The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times, one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world. Blue Mosque: One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from the 17th century, famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarets. In the afternoon visit of the famous Topkapi Palace: The former imperial residence from where the great Ottoman Empire was once ruled. Today it is a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collection of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family. Then follows a visit to Grand Covered Bazaar. Dinner in Selimpasa and overnight stay stay at your campsite in Selimpasa.
10. Day (inkl. Bustrip 06):
Trip distance : 120km / Total distance:2065km
Breakfast and transfer to Port Eminönü for our Bosphorus cruises and tours. Istanbul's Bosphorus Strait is a channel of water 31 km long (appr.20 miles), connecting the Sea of Marmara to the Black Sea. As the traffic of the city is often too great, it is always advisable to use the sea for transportation where possible, having long served just such a purpose throughout history. In the past, inhabitants of the city settled along the Bosphorus, where they built magnificent wooden houses, known as 'yali'.
Many Bosporus cruises and tours of the strait begin in Eminonu, there being two ways of doing it. The first option is to get on the public passenger ferry of the municipality, which departs from the main quay and has two departures during the day all year round or three during the summer. The public passenger boat serves those who live on the Bosporus shore and so it stops 6 times on the way for people to get on or off, taking you as far as Anadolu Kavagi at the gate of the Black Sea, about a one and a half hour journey each-way.
Although the most economical way of visiting the waterway, there is no guarantee that you will find a seat or good viewing position in these crowded boats. Farewell dinner in Selimpasa and last overnight stay at your campsite in Selimpasa.
11. Day:
Trip distance :320 km / Total distance: 2385km
Today we go to Assos with a stop in Troy. On our way we visit the ancient Troy, see its legendary walls and the replica of the wooden horse. Tour of Pergamum with the Acropolis, the steepest Theatre of the ancient world, Temple of Trojan, the library, Asclepion, the ancient medical centre and the oldest known hospital in the world. We go on to Assos. Dinner in Assos and overnight stay at your campsite in Assos.
12. Day:
Trip distance :50 km / Total distance: 2435km
Visit Assos and Behramkale: Region Assos, which is within Ayvacik province, is hosting to the native and foreign tourists during four seasons. Acropolis is 238 m. high from sea level. Athena Temple was constructed at the same place during the 6th century B. C. Besides protection of Biga peninsula and Edremit Gulf, this Doric temple has been restored to its former magnificence. You can wait and stay for a while watching moon light on ruins of a temple, or you can awake early in the morning and watch the magnificent image of Edremit Gulf from the upper part of the city while sun is slowly rising.
And all of these make one understand why Assos is paradise to be visited for a perfect holiday. There are agoras, a theater and a Gymnasium from hills streching out to the sea. A bridge, a castle and a mosque, constructed during Ottoman Sultan I. Murat during 14th century at the north edge of the Acropolis can be seen. There was a small and sweet port at lower side.
At 25 km. west of Behramkale, in Gülpinar village, Chryse, a historical city, in which Apollo Smintheus Temple constructed during 2nd century B. C., is present. At 15 km. west of Gülpinar, on a road which is lying throughout an unsigned sharp rocks, there is Babakale with cute village houses on the steep of the hill descending to the sea. overnight stay at your campsite in Assos.
13. Day (inkl. Bustrip 07):
Trip distance : 315km, Autobahn / Total distance: 2750km.
After breakfast we depart for Selcuk and visit Pergamum on our way. Upon arrival at the Pergamon antique city, we first visit the Aesculapium, the ancient medical center built in the name of Aeusculapis and the God of medicine. We continue to Pergamum Acropolis, visit Athena and Trojan Temples - Temple of Zeus - Temple of Dionysus - Gymnasium of Youth - Odeon - Library - Agora - Great Theatre - and Roman Bath and also the Archaeological Museum. Dinner in Selcuk and overnight stay at your campsite in Selcuk.
14. Day (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance : 200km / Total distance: 2950km
Today we make a full-day sightseeing tour in Ephesus. Ephesus is the city dedicated to Artemis, the best preserved ancient city of Asia Minor with its majestic theatre, marble road, Temple of Artemis, the Church of the Virgin Mary or the Double Church, the library of Celsus, the stadium and the lecture hall.
We go on to the home of the Virgin Mary, who was brought to Ephesus by John, the beloved disciple of Jesus. The home of Virgin Mary on a hill top, where she lived out her days is now visited by over a hundred thousand pilgrims each year. The pilgrims drink the water of the sacred spring, meditate and pray for health at this ancient spot of worship. Both Pope Paul VI in 1967 and Pope John Paul II in 1979 have celebrated mass here. The next stop on our tour is the antik city Didyma.
Didyma The Didymaion, the temple of Apollo and its oracle at Didyma, had a considerable reputation in the ancient times. German archaeologists excavating at the site have shown that the earliest sanctuary here was built in the 8th century BC and that it was enlarged into an enormous temple around 560 BC. After their bloody suppression of the Ionian rebellion, the Persians sacked and laid waste to Miletus (which they regarded as the instigator) and the Didymaion in 494 BC. It was during this assault that the temple's cult statue of Apollo was carried off to Ecbatana (modern Hamadan town in Iran). After Alexander the Great defeated the Persians in 334 BC, the Ionian cities regained their independence and work was begun on reconstructing the temple of Apollo. Dinner in Selcuk, overnight stay at your campsite in Selcuk.
15. Day (inkl. Bustrip 09):
Trip distance : 178km / Total distance: 3128km
After breakfast we got to Pamukkale and visit Afrodisias on the way. Pamukkale (white lime cascades) is the noted ancient spa, where pure white travertine forms frozen waterfalls. Visit Hierapolis where you will have a chance to swim on top of ancient Roman ruins. Located 20 kilometers from the town of Denizli in the Aegean region of Turkey, Pamukkale is one of the most interesting places in the world, famous not only for the entrancing beauty of its unique geological formations but also for its historical remains. The calcium oxide-rich waters flowing down the southern slope of Caldag located north of the ruins have, over the millennia, built up deposits of white travertine on the plateau thus fully justifying both the site's ancient name of Hierapolis (Holy City) and its modern one of Pamukkale (Cotton Castle). After the visit we go on to Manavgat. Dinner in Pamukkale, overnight stay at your campsite in Pamukkale.
16. Day: Dalyan, Caunos (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 09):
Trip distance :208km / Total distance: 3383km
Day (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 07):
After breakfast we go to Dalyan via Kale, Mugla,
We park the motorhomes at the campsite and go on a sightseeing tour.
Boattrip from Dalyan to Iztuzu Beach (Turtle Beach) along the antik Lycian City Caunos.
Founded around the 9th century BC, Caunos became an important Carian city in 400 B.C. Right on the
border with the Kingdom of Lycia, its culture reflected aspects of both Kingdoms. The tombs, for
instance, are in Lycian style.
When Maussolos of Halicarnassus was ruler of Caria, his Hellenistic
influence reached the Caunians, who eagerly adopted the culture. This mixture of cultures in
Caunos may be seen amongst the ruins of its various archaeological remains: the Carian city wall
built by Maussolos, the Lycian and Carian tombs, the medieval walls on the acropolis, a Roman
fountain dedicated to Vespasianus, a theater from the 2nd century BC, remains of 4 temples,
massive Roman baths and a Byzantine basilica of 5th/8th centuries. Dinner in Dalyan, overnightstay at
your campsite in Dalyan.
17. Day Göcek, Fethiye, (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance :270km / Total distance: 3653km
After breakfast we go via Göcek to Fethiye.
On the way we visit Kayakoy. It was built on the site of the ancient city of Carmylessus
(Karmylassos) in the 1700s. A few kilometers from Fethiye, over the pine covered hills is the
enchanting "ghost village" of Kaya Village or Kayaköy also known as Karmylassos and Levissii.
Dinner in Fethiye, overnightstay at
your campsite in Fethiye.
18. Day Göcek, Fethiye, (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance :140km / Total distance: 3793km
After breakfast we go via Patara to Kalkan.
On the way we visit Patara. Patara is in the heart of the Lycian region, a region boasting thousands
of years of history, breathtaking scenery and hundreds of kilometres of unspoiled coastline. 2000
years ago Patara was the largest and most important sea port of the Lycian civilization. According
to Mythology Apollo was born here and it is also recorded as the birthplace of St. Nicholas.
As the principle port on the coast of Lycia, Patara has a long history. Excavations are slowly
bringing the city’s ancient history to light. The finding of coins and ceramic fragments, during
excavations, date the city to at least 7th century BC.
arrived in Kalkan is a lovely small hilltop town that overlooks a tiny bay. Its quaint, traditional,
white-washed houses, shuttered windows and balconies garlanded with brilliant flowers that cascade
to the streets below, make it the ultimate in a peaceful holiday town in the Mediterranean region
of Turkey. Narrow winding streets lined with souvenir shops lead down to the charming marina.
Dinner in Kalkan overnight stay at your campsite in Kalkan.
19. Day Kalkan Kas, Myra, Demre, Kekova (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 09):
Trip distance :110km / Total distance: 3903km
Today we go on a bus and boat tours and visit Kekova Island, Simena, Demre, Santa Claus Church, the
antikcity Myra, Kale and Ücagiz.
Kekova Island and the town of Kale (ancient Simena) to the west of Antalya make an idyllic daytrip
for the traveler looking for a combination of sunshine, swimming and fascinating historic ruins.
Many boats run trips from Kas but the journey is much shorter from Cayagzi, the harbor of Demre.
Along the stony coastline the boats may stop at a cave, or you can see the occasional goat or the
smoldering pyramids of wood used by peasants to make charcoal, the product may sit in plastic
sacks at the water's edge, waiting to be taken away.
Demre / Santa Claus Some people believe that Santa Claus did not exist but truth is that old Father
Christmas did in fact exist as a historic personality. He did not come from beyond the North Pole
where Reindeers roam, but lived under the warm Lycian sun as Bishop of Myra. His church and
ex-tomb continue to exist as places of pilgrimage in the Turkish town of Demre (known also as
Kale, near Antalya). Saint Nicholas was born in Patara, was elected bishop during Diocletian's
persecutions, and died in Myra around the year 350. These stories of his charitable acts took on
legendary dimensions during the following centuries.
Myra features some of the most impressive and well preserved Lycian monuments in the country. These
include an excellent collection of rock tombs and an imposing 2nd century theatre. Many of the tombs
have log cabin features carved into the rock, presumably reflecting the domestic architecture of the
period. A few easily accessible ones have inscriptions in the Lycian language. Carvings above are
mostly in poor repair but the overall effect of this jumble of the architecture of death is
dramatic. Dinner in Kas, overnight stay at your campsite in Kalkan.
20. Day Finike, Antalya, Manavgat:
Trip distance :280km / Total distance: 4183km
After breakfast we go to Manavgat via Kas, Finike, Kemer and Antalya. After we parked the motorhomes
we visit the old city of Antalya. Farewell dinner in Antalya, overnight stay at your campsite
Manavgat.
Antalya, Turkey's principal holiday resort in the Mediterranean region (ancient Pamphylia), is an
attractive city with shady palm-lined boulevards, a prize-winning marina on the Mediterranean. In
the picturesque old quarter, Kaleici, narrow winding streets and old wooden houses abut the ancient
city walls. Lately, many foreigners have bought (and continue to buy) property in and around
Antalya for their holidays or for the retirement. It became a popular area especially for the
German and Russian nationals.Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
21. Tag:
Tageskilometer 0km / Gesamtkilometer: 4285km
The day is free Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
22. Day:
Transfer to airport Antalya. Flight back home.
After breakfast we go via Göcek to Fethiye. On the way we visit Kayakoy. It was built on the site of the ancient city of Carmylessus (Karmylassos) in the 1700s. A few kilometers from Fethiye, over the pine covered hills is the enchanting "ghost village" of Kaya Village or Kayaköy also known as Karmylassos and Levissii. Dinner in Fethiye, overnightstay at your campsite in Fethiye.
18. Day Göcek, Fethiye, (inkl. Bustrip 08):
Trip distance :140km / Total distance: 3793km
After breakfast we go via Patara to Kalkan.
On the way we visit Patara. Patara is in the heart of the Lycian region, a region boasting thousands
of years of history, breathtaking scenery and hundreds of kilometres of unspoiled coastline. 2000
years ago Patara was the largest and most important sea port of the Lycian civilization. According
to Mythology Apollo was born here and it is also recorded as the birthplace of St. Nicholas.
As the principle port on the coast of Lycia, Patara has a long history. Excavations are slowly
bringing the city’s ancient history to light. The finding of coins and ceramic fragments, during
excavations, date the city to at least 7th century BC.
arrived in Kalkan is a lovely small hilltop town that overlooks a tiny bay. Its quaint, traditional,
white-washed houses, shuttered windows and balconies garlanded with brilliant flowers that cascade
to the streets below, make it the ultimate in a peaceful holiday town in the Mediterranean region
of Turkey. Narrow winding streets lined with souvenir shops lead down to the charming marina.
Dinner in Kalkan overnight stay at your campsite in Kalkan.
19. Day Kalkan Kas, Myra, Demre, Kekova (inkl. Boots- und Bustrip 09):
Trip distance :110km / Total distance: 3903km
Today we go on a bus and boat tours and visit Kekova Island, Simena, Demre, Santa Claus Church, the
antikcity Myra, Kale and Ücagiz.
Kekova Island and the town of Kale (ancient Simena) to the west of Antalya make an idyllic daytrip
for the traveler looking for a combination of sunshine, swimming and fascinating historic ruins.
Many boats run trips from Kas but the journey is much shorter from Cayagzi, the harbor of Demre.
Along the stony coastline the boats may stop at a cave, or you can see the occasional goat or the
smoldering pyramids of wood used by peasants to make charcoal, the product may sit in plastic
sacks at the water's edge, waiting to be taken away.
Demre / Santa Claus Some people believe that Santa Claus did not exist but truth is that old Father
Christmas did in fact exist as a historic personality. He did not come from beyond the North Pole
where Reindeers roam, but lived under the warm Lycian sun as Bishop of Myra. His church and
ex-tomb continue to exist as places of pilgrimage in the Turkish town of Demre (known also as
Kale, near Antalya). Saint Nicholas was born in Patara, was elected bishop during Diocletian's
persecutions, and died in Myra around the year 350. These stories of his charitable acts took on
legendary dimensions during the following centuries.
Myra features some of the most impressive and well preserved Lycian monuments in the country. These
include an excellent collection of rock tombs and an imposing 2nd century theatre. Many of the tombs
have log cabin features carved into the rock, presumably reflecting the domestic architecture of the
period. A few easily accessible ones have inscriptions in the Lycian language. Carvings above are
mostly in poor repair but the overall effect of this jumble of the architecture of death is
dramatic. Dinner in Kas, overnight stay at your campsite in Kalkan.
20. Day Finike, Antalya, Manavgat:
Trip distance :280km / Total distance: 4183km
After breakfast we go to Manavgat via Kas, Finike, Kemer and Antalya. After we parked the motorhomes
we visit the old city of Antalya. Farewell dinner in Antalya, overnight stay at your campsite
Manavgat.
Antalya, Turkey's principal holiday resort in the Mediterranean region (ancient Pamphylia), is an
attractive city with shady palm-lined boulevards, a prize-winning marina on the Mediterranean. In
the picturesque old quarter, Kaleici, narrow winding streets and old wooden houses abut the ancient
city walls. Lately, many foreigners have bought (and continue to buy) property in and around
Antalya for their holidays or for the retirement. It became a popular area especially for the
German and Russian nationals.Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
21. Tag:
Tageskilometer 0km / Gesamtkilometer: 4285km
The day is free Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
22. Day:
Transfer to airport Antalya. Flight back home.
Today we go on a bus and boat tours and visit Kekova Island, Simena, Demre, Santa Claus Church, the antikcity Myra, Kale and Ücagiz. Kekova Island and the town of Kale (ancient Simena) to the west of Antalya make an idyllic daytrip for the traveler looking for a combination of sunshine, swimming and fascinating historic ruins. Many boats run trips from Kas but the journey is much shorter from Cayagzi, the harbor of Demre. Along the stony coastline the boats may stop at a cave, or you can see the occasional goat or the smoldering pyramids of wood used by peasants to make charcoal, the product may sit in plastic sacks at the water's edge, waiting to be taken away.
Demre / Santa Claus Some people believe that Santa Claus did not exist but truth is that old Father Christmas did in fact exist as a historic personality. He did not come from beyond the North Pole where Reindeers roam, but lived under the warm Lycian sun as Bishop of Myra. His church and ex-tomb continue to exist as places of pilgrimage in the Turkish town of Demre (known also as Kale, near Antalya). Saint Nicholas was born in Patara, was elected bishop during Diocletian's persecutions, and died in Myra around the year 350. These stories of his charitable acts took on legendary dimensions during the following centuries.
Myra features some of the most impressive and well preserved Lycian monuments in the country. These include an excellent collection of rock tombs and an imposing 2nd century theatre. Many of the tombs have log cabin features carved into the rock, presumably reflecting the domestic architecture of the period. A few easily accessible ones have inscriptions in the Lycian language. Carvings above are mostly in poor repair but the overall effect of this jumble of the architecture of death is dramatic. Dinner in Kas, overnight stay at your campsite in Kalkan.
20. Day Finike, Antalya, Manavgat:
Trip distance :280km / Total distance: 4183km
After breakfast we go to Manavgat via Kas, Finike, Kemer and Antalya. After we parked the motorhomes
we visit the old city of Antalya. Farewell dinner in Antalya, overnight stay at your campsite
Manavgat.
Antalya, Turkey's principal holiday resort in the Mediterranean region (ancient Pamphylia), is an
attractive city with shady palm-lined boulevards, a prize-winning marina on the Mediterranean. In
the picturesque old quarter, Kaleici, narrow winding streets and old wooden houses abut the ancient
city walls. Lately, many foreigners have bought (and continue to buy) property in and around
Antalya for their holidays or for the retirement. It became a popular area especially for the
German and Russian nationals.Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
21. Tag:
Tageskilometer 0km / Gesamtkilometer: 4285km
The day is free Dinner in Manavgat, overnight stay at your campsite in Manavgat.
22. Day:
Transfer to airport Antalya. Flight back home.
