Destination Turkey RV Tours for Camperclubs, Guided Camper round Tours, for Motor home & caravan camping clubs
INFO Turkey A- Z
Turkey Camping and Caravanning Club - Escorted Tours Motorhome Travel Stations of the trip:
Antalya, Manavgat, Side, Alanya, Perge, Aspendos, Anamur, Mersin, Tarsus, Adana, Hatay, Antiochien, Gaziantep, Sanliurfa, Mardin, Adiyaman, Kahta, Nemrutberg, Kapadokien, Nevsehir, Ürgüp, Göreme, Derinkuyu, Zelve, Avanos, Ankara, Bursa, Troja, Dardanellen, Istanbul, Bosphorus
Motorhome travel Turkey, Total distance: 4596km:
Turkey RV Trip Including:
Round Trip Turkey a road trip Turkey tour in a Kaplan Travel Motorhome by Kaplan Travels.
Welcome to the Motorhome Kaplan RV Travels & Rentals in Turkey,
We invite you to explore a whole new world of adventure - traveling in a Kaplan motorhome - Camper,
RV, in Turkey allowing you complete freedom, comfort, flexibility and independence.
Motorhome, Camper travel (also known as recreational vehicles travel, or simply RV travel) is a
unique and enjoyable experience.
Its a great way to explore Turkey
campertravel 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.
Camping and Caravanning Clubtravel Turkey, Destination - East & Southeast Anatolia
Gaziantep, Urfa, Mount Nemrut heads,
Zeugma Mosaics
For more adventurous and off the beaten track itineraries, discover the mystique and ancient
civilizations of East & South-East Anatolia. Climb mountain peaks with colossal standing
stone heads at sunset, visit ancient kervansarais along the old Silk Road to China, explore the
abandoned ruins of ancient Armenian, Urartian and Selcuk cities, isolated hilltop palaces,
stunning archeological mosaics and bee-hive style village houses.
Escorted Tours turkey, Main South East Anatolia Highlights:
A majestic line up of colossal stone heads on the summit of Mount. Nemrut stand afore their
decapitated throne-seated statues behind, ranging from eagles and lions to Zeus and Apollo,
they have adorned this temple and tomb of King Antiochus for over 2000 years. The sun
rises and sets over the 2 equally decorated sides of the tumulus pyramid at the summit
of over 2000 meters and makes a sensational visit at either of these times.
Guided motorhome RV travel 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.
Adventure Turkey, Destination - Istanbul
Attractions: Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus Cruise,
Golden Horn & Pera, 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.
Campertravel Turkey Tourprogramm for Camperclubs:
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. Tag: (Bustrip 01)
Trip distance: 60km / Total distance: 320km
Day free. Dinner in Antalyas old city. After dinner transfer to Manavgat.
Overnight stay at the campsite in Manavgat.
4. Day (Incl.Bus trip02:
Trip distance: 384km, motorway / Total distance:704km
After breakfast, drive through Tarsus Mountains to Tarsus. En route we visit St. Paul's house and
well and Cleopatra's Triumphal Arc in the famous city of St. Paul, Tarsus.
Tarsus is the birthplace of St. Paul. Situated on the edge of the fertile Cukurova plain in the
city is middle of cedar groves. The city is also the meeting place of legendary loves Antony and
Cleopatra, and there is the commemorative Cleopatra Gate.
To reach St. Paul's Cistern you pass
through narrow streets of the city; the old houses on the sides will prepare for the things you
will see. Then you may head for a rest to the Tarsus waterfalls and shady trees. The tombs of
Prophet Daniel, Lokman Hekim, a famous legendary medical doctor, are here. There are also many
historical places to visit such as Cleopatra's Gate, the Gozlukule, Justinians Bridge, and the
Tarsus Museum. Afterwards transfer to the campsite. Dinner and overnight stay at your campsite in Tarsus.
5. Day (Incl.Bus trip03:
Trip distance: 300km, motorway / Total distance:1004km
Early breakfast then move to Antakya. visiting mosaic museum, St. Simon Monastry, Titus (Vespesianus)
tunnel, Besikli inn, and Visiting St.Paul Bazilikas on the road. Arrival to Antakya.
Visiting St.Pierre (Aziz Pavlus) Churc. Old Antakya Houses and streets, katolik ve ortodoks churches,
Habib-i Neccar Mosque, Uzuncarsi. Overnight stay at the campsite in Hatay.
6. Day (Incl.Bus trip04):
Trip distance: 196km / Total distance:1200km
Today, we make our way to the lovely town of Gazianatep. After we parked the motorhomes at the
campsite we go on a sightseeing tour. We will visit the old city, old bazaar, Zeugma and part
of the Gaziantep Museum.
Gaziantep is one of the modern provinces of South-Eastern Anatolian region and also one of the
oldest of Hittite origin. Being the center of pistachio nut cultivation in Turkey and with its
extensive olive groves and vineyards, Gaziantep is one of the important and industrial centers
of Turkey. The old city known as Aintap is located 12 kilometers to the north of the present
city, on the upper slopes of Nizip Hill.
The area was continuously inhabited starting from the
Paleolithic age and witnessed the domination of such powers as the Assyrians, Persians, Romans,
the Byzantines, Abbasid and the Seljuk Turks. The times of ascend for the Ottoman Empire meant
the same for the city. There are many mosques, inns, baths and medresse built during this time.
Belkis/Zeugma Recent excavations revealed a room which is believed to be a part of an old Roman
House as well as a mosaic belonging to Dionysos. Sculptures obtained from these ruins were
exhibited at the Belkis/Zeugma part of Gaziantep Museum.
But on June 2005, 2nd largest mosaic
museum in the world (1st is the one in Bardo/Tunis) is opened in Gaziantep displaying 35 pieces
of unearthed mosaics and Mars statue from Zeugma.
Dinner in Gaziantep and overnight stay at your campsite in Gaziantep.
7. Day (Incl.Bus trip05):
Trip distance: 281km / Total distance:1481 km
Today we travel to Sanliurfa. We visit the place where God talked to Abraham. Also we visit
Sunliurfa Balikli Gol.
According to both the Bible and Quran it is the birthplace of Abraham before his migration to
Canaan, now Palestine. Local Muslim legend differs from that of the other great monotheistic
faiths by the intervention of one vicious and cruel King Nimrod, who had Abraham launched from a
catapult from the city's citadel to fall into a pile of burning wood. Happily, God intervened, and
turned the fire to water and the faggots to fish, and today, the visitor to the town can visit the
mosque complex surrounding Abraham's Cave and The Pool of Sacred Fish (Balikligöl) around it. The
cruel ruler's giant slingshot is represented by two Corinthian columns still standing atop the
citadel.
This is an Anatolian city which has figured in all the religions of the book. Old Testament prophets
such as Jethro (Hz. Suayp), Job (Hz. Eyup), Elijah (Hz. Elyasa) and Abraham (Hz. Ibrahim) lived in
this city, which in ancient times known as Edessa, and Moses (Hz. Musa) lived in the region for
seven years working as a shepherd before returning to Egypt with his staff. It was in Sanliurfa
that early Christians were first permitted to worship freely, and where the first churches were
constructed openly. Pagan temples were converted to synagogues, synagogues to churches and
churches to mosques, resulting in a uniquely eclectic architecture.
Dinner in Urfa and overnight stay at your campsite in Urfa.
8. Day (Incl.Bus trip06:
Trip distance: 196km, motorway / Total distance:1677km
Early breakfast then move to Mardin. we will visit Mardin. Mardin is a very unique city with her lovely, old-Arabic style
houses. It is a city that played an important role in the early development of Christianity. We
will also visit the Monastery of Deyr-ul-Zaferan just outside of town, founded in 762 A.D. It
was the seat of the Syrian Orthodox Patriarch for almost 800 years. This monastery is built on
top of a 4000-year-old temple used by sun worshippers. We will visit the monks in this extraordinary place.
Dinner in Gaziantep and overnight stay at your campsite in Mardin.
9. Day
Trip distance: 296km, motorway / Total distance:1973km
Early breakfast then move to Kahta. We will sleep early tonight in Kahta for the following day's
sunrise. Dinner in Kahta and overnight stay at your campsite in Kahta.
10. Day (Incl.Bus trip05):
Trip distance:: 160km / Total distance:2133km
After breakfast we have a fabulous countryside trip to Nemrut Mountain. On this summit lies a
2000 year old memorial sanctuary for an obscure Commagene King, with huge statues of gods and
kings, their heads toppled by earthquakes and scattered on the ground. We visit Arsemia, Karakus,
Cendere Bridge and Old Kahta. We have coffee at a regional family in their village.
We return to the campsite and around 16 o'clock we start for Nemrut Mountain to enjoy the sunset.
Topping the karst limestone mountain of Nemrut Dagi (2150m/7056ft) in the south-eastern Taurus is
the Hierothosion of the Kommagene King Antiochus I (69-38 B.C.), dedicated to his own glory and
that of the gods.
Antiochus' tomb is concealed somewhere inside the 50m/164ft high man-made burial mound, with its
spectacular terraces on three sides (east, north and west). The 80m/260ft long north terrace, lined
with (collapsed) columns, served as a place of assembly and arena for processions and other rituals.
On either side of the east terrace stand relieves of the King's ancestors, paternal (Persian) to
the north, maternal (Seleucid) to the south, framing the colossal figures of the gods (heads
standing on the ground) facing the main altar. These include, in addition to eagles and lions,
the Greco-Persian mixed deities Zeus - Oromasdes, Hercules - Verethragna - Artagnes - Ares, Apollo
- Mithras - Helios - Hermes and Kommagene - Tyche, as well as Antiochus I himself.
A similar arrangement is repeated on the west terrace, which is some 10m/33ft lower than the east.
Here the heads of the colossal statues are better preserved and there are also more of them. The
"Lion Horoscope" with its astral motifs symbolizes the deification of Antiochus I through the
metamorphosis of king into star.
Overnight stay at your campsite in Kahta.
11. Day (Incl.Bus trip06):
Trip distance: 571km / Total distance: 2704km
After breakfast at the campsite, we drive towards Cappadocia via Gölbasi, Malatya and Darende.
After Arrival we park the motorhomes at the campingsite in Göreme Dinner and overnight stay at your
campsite in Göreme. Here we will spent the next two days with sightseeing.
12. Day (Incl.Bus trip07):
Trip distance: 150km / Total distance: 2854km
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
13. Tag:
Trip distance :0km / Total distance: 2763km
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.
14. Day: Konya (inkl. Bustrip 10):
Trip distance: 223km / Total distance: 3077km
Dailytour: After breakfast departure with Bus 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.
afternoon return to Göreme. Dinner in Göreme and overnight stay at your campsite in Göreme.
15. Day (Incl.Bus trip08):
Trip distance: 277km / Total distance: 3354km
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.
16. Day :
Trip distance: 382km / Total distance: 3736km
Early start to Bursa via Polatli, Eskisehir. Arrived in Bursa Campsite visiting and Relax for the
rest of the day - enjoy the thermal spring pool, Turkish bath, massage and treatments.
after Bath Dinner at the Bursa, (Bursa is famous for the Iskender kebab.) and overnight stay at
your campsite in Bursa.
17. Day :
Trip distance: 0km / Total distance: 3736km
Nov 19 Guided tour of the UluCami, Great Mosque and buildings in the area including the Koza Han.
Afternoon free for wandering the streets or shopping in this fascinating, medieval district. Those
interested can join a guided visit to the archaeological museum and city museum. Dinner at a famous
kebab restaurant and overnight stay at your campsite in Bursa.
18. Day :
Trip distance: 300km / Total distance: 4036km
After breakfast drive to Troy visiting, Here you will learn the mythology surrounding Troy, The
Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. Till now, 10 cities have been discovered, one built on the top of
the other, dating back to 3500 BC. You will see and hear about the Trojan Horse, Helen of Troy,
the Trojan Wars, the battle between Archillies and Paris, the Remains of Troy IX, the Alters
and the Houses of Troy I, dating back to 2500 BC. And then we drive to Eceabat. Dinner in Gelibolu
and overnight stay at your
campsite in Eceabat.
19. Day
Trip distance: 320km, motorway / Total distance: 4356km
After breakfast we are on our way to Istanbul. After arrival at the campsite in Selimpasa, dinner
and overnight stay in Selimpasa.
20. Day (inkl. Busfahrt 09):
Trip distance: 120km, , motorway / Total distance:4476km
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.
21. Day (Incl.Bus trip10):
Trip distance:: 120km, , motorway / Total distance: 4596km
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.
22. Day:
Day:
Transfer to airport Istanbul. Flight back home.
Round Trip Turkey a road trip Turkey tour in a Kaplan Travel Motorhome by Kaplan Travels.
Welcome to the Motorhome Kaplan RV Travels & Rentals in Turkey, We invite you to explore a whole new world of adventure - traveling in a Kaplan motorhome - Camper, RV, in Turkey allowing you complete freedom, comfort, flexibility and independence. Motorhome, Camper travel (also known as recreational vehicles travel, or simply RV travel) is a unique and enjoyable experience. Its a great way to explore Turkey
campertravel 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.Camping and Caravanning Clubtravel Turkey, Destination - East & Southeast Anatolia Gaziantep, Urfa, Mount Nemrut heads, Zeugma Mosaics
For more adventurous and off the beaten track itineraries, discover the mystique and ancient civilizations of East & South-East Anatolia. Climb mountain peaks with colossal standing stone heads at sunset, visit ancient kervansarais along the old Silk Road to China, explore the abandoned ruins of ancient Armenian, Urartian and Selcuk cities, isolated hilltop palaces, stunning archeological mosaics and bee-hive style village houses.Escorted Tours turkey, Main South East Anatolia Highlights: A majestic line up of colossal stone heads on the summit of Mount. Nemrut stand afore their decapitated throne-seated statues behind, ranging from eagles and lions to Zeus and Apollo, they have adorned this temple and tomb of King Antiochus for over 2000 years. The sun rises and sets over the 2 equally decorated sides of the tumulus pyramid at the summit of over 2000 meters and makes a sensational visit at either of these times.
Guided motorhome RV travel 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.
Adventure Turkey, Destination - Istanbul
Attractions: Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus Cruise, Golden Horn & Pera, Gallipoli & Troy1. 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. Tag: (Bustrip 01)
Trip distance: 60km / Total distance: 320km
Day free. Dinner in Antalyas old city. After dinner transfer to Manavgat.
Overnight stay at the campsite in Manavgat.
4. Day (Incl.Bus trip02:
Trip distance: 384km, motorway / Total distance:704km
After breakfast, drive through Tarsus Mountains to Tarsus. En route we visit St. Paul's house and
well and Cleopatra's Triumphal Arc in the famous city of St. Paul, Tarsus.
Tarsus is the birthplace of St. Paul. Situated on the edge of the fertile Cukurova plain in the
city is middle of cedar groves. The city is also the meeting place of legendary loves Antony and
Cleopatra, and there is the commemorative Cleopatra Gate.
To reach St. Paul's Cistern you pass
through narrow streets of the city; the old houses on the sides will prepare for the things you
will see. Then you may head for a rest to the Tarsus waterfalls and shady trees. The tombs of
Prophet Daniel, Lokman Hekim, a famous legendary medical doctor, are here. There are also many
historical places to visit such as Cleopatra's Gate, the Gozlukule, Justinians Bridge, and the
Tarsus Museum. Afterwards transfer to the campsite. Dinner and overnight stay at your campsite in Tarsus.
5. Day (Incl.Bus trip03:
Trip distance: 300km, motorway / Total distance:1004km
Early breakfast then move to Antakya. visiting mosaic museum, St. Simon Monastry, Titus (Vespesianus)
tunnel, Besikli inn, and Visiting St.Paul Bazilikas on the road. Arrival to Antakya.
Visiting St.Pierre (Aziz Pavlus) Churc. Old Antakya Houses and streets, katolik ve ortodoks churches,
Habib-i Neccar Mosque, Uzuncarsi. Overnight stay at the campsite in Hatay.
6. Day (Incl.Bus trip04):
Trip distance: 196km / Total distance:1200km
Today, we make our way to the lovely town of Gazianatep. After we parked the motorhomes at the
campsite we go on a sightseeing tour. We will visit the old city, old bazaar, Zeugma and part
of the Gaziantep Museum.
Gaziantep is one of the modern provinces of South-Eastern Anatolian region and also one of the
oldest of Hittite origin. Being the center of pistachio nut cultivation in Turkey and with its
extensive olive groves and vineyards, Gaziantep is one of the important and industrial centers
of Turkey. The old city known as Aintap is located 12 kilometers to the north of the present
city, on the upper slopes of Nizip Hill.
The area was continuously inhabited starting from the
Paleolithic age and witnessed the domination of such powers as the Assyrians, Persians, Romans,
the Byzantines, Abbasid and the Seljuk Turks. The times of ascend for the Ottoman Empire meant
the same for the city. There are many mosques, inns, baths and medresse built during this time.
Belkis/Zeugma Recent excavations revealed a room which is believed to be a part of an old Roman
House as well as a mosaic belonging to Dionysos. Sculptures obtained from these ruins were
exhibited at the Belkis/Zeugma part of Gaziantep Museum.
But on June 2005, 2nd largest mosaic
museum in the world (1st is the one in Bardo/Tunis) is opened in Gaziantep displaying 35 pieces
of unearthed mosaics and Mars statue from Zeugma.
Dinner in Gaziantep and overnight stay at your campsite in Gaziantep.
7. Day (Incl.Bus trip05):
Trip distance: 281km / Total distance:1481 km
Today we travel to Sanliurfa. We visit the place where God talked to Abraham. Also we visit
Sunliurfa Balikli Gol.
According to both the Bible and Quran it is the birthplace of Abraham before his migration to
Canaan, now Palestine. Local Muslim legend differs from that of the other great monotheistic
faiths by the intervention of one vicious and cruel King Nimrod, who had Abraham launched from a
catapult from the city's citadel to fall into a pile of burning wood. Happily, God intervened, and
turned the fire to water and the faggots to fish, and today, the visitor to the town can visit the
mosque complex surrounding Abraham's Cave and The Pool of Sacred Fish (Balikligöl) around it. The
cruel ruler's giant slingshot is represented by two Corinthian columns still standing atop the
citadel.
This is an Anatolian city which has figured in all the religions of the book. Old Testament prophets
such as Jethro (Hz. Suayp), Job (Hz. Eyup), Elijah (Hz. Elyasa) and Abraham (Hz. Ibrahim) lived in
this city, which in ancient times known as Edessa, and Moses (Hz. Musa) lived in the region for
seven years working as a shepherd before returning to Egypt with his staff. It was in Sanliurfa
that early Christians were first permitted to worship freely, and where the first churches were
constructed openly. Pagan temples were converted to synagogues, synagogues to churches and
churches to mosques, resulting in a uniquely eclectic architecture.
Dinner in Urfa and overnight stay at your campsite in Urfa.
8. Day (Incl.Bus trip06:
Trip distance: 196km, motorway / Total distance:1677km
Early breakfast then move to Mardin. we will visit Mardin. Mardin is a very unique city with her lovely, old-Arabic style
houses. It is a city that played an important role in the early development of Christianity. We
will also visit the Monastery of Deyr-ul-Zaferan just outside of town, founded in 762 A.D. It
was the seat of the Syrian Orthodox Patriarch for almost 800 years. This monastery is built on
top of a 4000-year-old temple used by sun worshippers. We will visit the monks in this extraordinary place.
Dinner in Gaziantep and overnight stay at your campsite in Mardin.
9. Day
Trip distance: 296km, motorway / Total distance:1973km
Early breakfast then move to Kahta. We will sleep early tonight in Kahta for the following day's
sunrise. Dinner in Kahta and overnight stay at your campsite in Kahta.
10. Day (Incl.Bus trip05):
Trip distance:: 160km / Total distance:2133km
After breakfast we have a fabulous countryside trip to Nemrut Mountain. On this summit lies a
2000 year old memorial sanctuary for an obscure Commagene King, with huge statues of gods and
kings, their heads toppled by earthquakes and scattered on the ground. We visit Arsemia, Karakus,
Cendere Bridge and Old Kahta. We have coffee at a regional family in their village.
We return to the campsite and around 16 o'clock we start for Nemrut Mountain to enjoy the sunset.
Topping the karst limestone mountain of Nemrut Dagi (2150m/7056ft) in the south-eastern Taurus is
the Hierothosion of the Kommagene King Antiochus I (69-38 B.C.), dedicated to his own glory and
that of the gods.
Antiochus' tomb is concealed somewhere inside the 50m/164ft high man-made burial mound, with its
spectacular terraces on three sides (east, north and west). The 80m/260ft long north terrace, lined
with (collapsed) columns, served as a place of assembly and arena for processions and other rituals.
On either side of the east terrace stand relieves of the King's ancestors, paternal (Persian) to
the north, maternal (Seleucid) to the south, framing the colossal figures of the gods (heads
standing on the ground) facing the main altar. These include, in addition to eagles and lions,
the Greco-Persian mixed deities Zeus - Oromasdes, Hercules - Verethragna - Artagnes - Ares, Apollo
- Mithras - Helios - Hermes and Kommagene - Tyche, as well as Antiochus I himself.
A similar arrangement is repeated on the west terrace, which is some 10m/33ft lower than the east.
Here the heads of the colossal statues are better preserved and there are also more of them. The
"Lion Horoscope" with its astral motifs symbolizes the deification of Antiochus I through the
metamorphosis of king into star.
Overnight stay at your campsite in Kahta.
11. Day (Incl.Bus trip06):
Trip distance: 571km / Total distance: 2704km
After breakfast at the campsite, we drive towards Cappadocia via Gölbasi, Malatya and Darende.
After Arrival we park the motorhomes at the campingsite in Göreme Dinner and overnight stay at your
campsite in Göreme. Here we will spent the next two days with sightseeing.
12. Day (Incl.Bus trip07):
Trip distance: 150km / Total distance: 2854km
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
13. Tag:
Trip distance :0km / Total distance: 2763km
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.
14. Day: Konya (inkl. Bustrip 10):
Trip distance: 223km / Total distance: 3077km
Dailytour: After breakfast departure with Bus 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.
afternoon return to Göreme. Dinner in Göreme and overnight stay at your campsite in Göreme.
15. Day (Incl.Bus trip08):
Trip distance: 277km / Total distance: 3354km
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.
16. Day :
Trip distance: 382km / Total distance: 3736km
Early start to Bursa via Polatli, Eskisehir. Arrived in Bursa Campsite visiting and Relax for the
rest of the day - enjoy the thermal spring pool, Turkish bath, massage and treatments.
after Bath Dinner at the Bursa, (Bursa is famous for the Iskender kebab.) and overnight stay at
your campsite in Bursa.
17. Day :
Trip distance: 0km / Total distance: 3736km
Nov 19 Guided tour of the UluCami, Great Mosque and buildings in the area including the Koza Han.
Afternoon free for wandering the streets or shopping in this fascinating, medieval district. Those
interested can join a guided visit to the archaeological museum and city museum. Dinner at a famous
kebab restaurant and overnight stay at your campsite in Bursa.
18. Day :
Trip distance: 300km / Total distance: 4036km
After breakfast drive to Troy visiting, Here you will learn the mythology surrounding Troy, The
Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. Till now, 10 cities have been discovered, one built on the top of
the other, dating back to 3500 BC. You will see and hear about the Trojan Horse, Helen of Troy,
the Trojan Wars, the battle between Archillies and Paris, the Remains of Troy IX, the Alters
and the Houses of Troy I, dating back to 2500 BC. And then we drive to Eceabat. Dinner in Gelibolu
and overnight stay at your
campsite in Eceabat.
19. Day
Trip distance: 320km, motorway / Total distance: 4356km
After breakfast we are on our way to Istanbul. After arrival at the campsite in Selimpasa, dinner
and overnight stay in Selimpasa.
20. Day (inkl. Busfahrt 09):
Trip distance: 120km, , motorway / Total distance:4476km
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.
21. Day (Incl.Bus trip10):
Trip distance:: 120km, , motorway / Total distance: 4596km
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.
22. Day:
Day:
Transfer to airport Istanbul. Flight back home.
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. Tag: (Bustrip 01)
Trip distance: 60km / Total distance: 320km Day free. Dinner in Antalyas old city. After dinner transfer to Manavgat. Overnight stay at the campsite in Manavgat.
4. Day (Incl.Bus trip02:
Trip distance: 384km, motorway / Total distance:704km
After breakfast, drive through Tarsus Mountains to Tarsus. En route we visit St. Paul's house and well and Cleopatra's Triumphal Arc in the famous city of St. Paul, Tarsus. Tarsus is the birthplace of St. Paul. Situated on the edge of the fertile Cukurova plain in the city is middle of cedar groves. The city is also the meeting place of legendary loves Antony and Cleopatra, and there is the commemorative Cleopatra Gate.
To reach St. Paul's Cistern you pass through narrow streets of the city; the old houses on the sides will prepare for the things you will see. Then you may head for a rest to the Tarsus waterfalls and shady trees. The tombs of Prophet Daniel, Lokman Hekim, a famous legendary medical doctor, are here. There are also many historical places to visit such as Cleopatra's Gate, the Gozlukule, Justinians Bridge, and the Tarsus Museum. Afterwards transfer to the campsite. Dinner and overnight stay at your campsite in Tarsus.
5. Day (Incl.Bus trip03:
Trip distance: 300km, motorway / Total distance:1004km
Early breakfast then move to Antakya. visiting mosaic museum, St. Simon Monastry, Titus (Vespesianus) tunnel, Besikli inn, and Visiting St.Paul Bazilikas on the road. Arrival to Antakya. Visiting St.Pierre (Aziz Pavlus) Churc. Old Antakya Houses and streets, katolik ve ortodoks churches, Habib-i Neccar Mosque, Uzuncarsi. Overnight stay at the campsite in Hatay.
6. Day (Incl.Bus trip04):
Trip distance: 196km / Total distance:1200km
Today, we make our way to the lovely town of Gazianatep. After we parked the motorhomes at the campsite we go on a sightseeing tour. We will visit the old city, old bazaar, Zeugma and part of the Gaziantep Museum.
Gaziantep is one of the modern provinces of South-Eastern Anatolian region and also one of the oldest of Hittite origin. Being the center of pistachio nut cultivation in Turkey and with its extensive olive groves and vineyards, Gaziantep is one of the important and industrial centers of Turkey. The old city known as Aintap is located 12 kilometers to the north of the present city, on the upper slopes of Nizip Hill.
The area was continuously inhabited starting from the Paleolithic age and witnessed the domination of such powers as the Assyrians, Persians, Romans, the Byzantines, Abbasid and the Seljuk Turks. The times of ascend for the Ottoman Empire meant the same for the city. There are many mosques, inns, baths and medresse built during this time. Belkis/Zeugma Recent excavations revealed a room which is believed to be a part of an old Roman House as well as a mosaic belonging to Dionysos. Sculptures obtained from these ruins were exhibited at the Belkis/Zeugma part of Gaziantep Museum.
But on June 2005, 2nd largest mosaic museum in the world (1st is the one in Bardo/Tunis) is opened in Gaziantep displaying 35 pieces of unearthed mosaics and Mars statue from Zeugma. Dinner in Gaziantep and overnight stay at your campsite in Gaziantep.
7. Day (Incl.Bus trip05):
Trip distance: 281km / Total distance:1481 km
Today we travel to Sanliurfa. We visit the place where God talked to Abraham. Also we visit Sunliurfa Balikli Gol. According to both the Bible and Quran it is the birthplace of Abraham before his migration to Canaan, now Palestine. Local Muslim legend differs from that of the other great monotheistic faiths by the intervention of one vicious and cruel King Nimrod, who had Abraham launched from a catapult from the city's citadel to fall into a pile of burning wood. Happily, God intervened, and turned the fire to water and the faggots to fish, and today, the visitor to the town can visit the mosque complex surrounding Abraham's Cave and The Pool of Sacred Fish (Balikligöl) around it. The cruel ruler's giant slingshot is represented by two Corinthian columns still standing atop the citadel.
This is an Anatolian city which has figured in all the religions of the book. Old Testament prophets such as Jethro (Hz. Suayp), Job (Hz. Eyup), Elijah (Hz. Elyasa) and Abraham (Hz. Ibrahim) lived in this city, which in ancient times known as Edessa, and Moses (Hz. Musa) lived in the region for seven years working as a shepherd before returning to Egypt with his staff. It was in Sanliurfa that early Christians were first permitted to worship freely, and where the first churches were constructed openly. Pagan temples were converted to synagogues, synagogues to churches and churches to mosques, resulting in a uniquely eclectic architecture. Dinner in Urfa and overnight stay at your campsite in Urfa.
8. Day (Incl.Bus trip06:
Trip distance: 196km, motorway / Total distance:1677km
Early breakfast then move to Mardin. we will visit Mardin. Mardin is a very unique city with her lovely, old-Arabic style houses. It is a city that played an important role in the early development of Christianity. We will also visit the Monastery of Deyr-ul-Zaferan just outside of town, founded in 762 A.D. It was the seat of the Syrian Orthodox Patriarch for almost 800 years. This monastery is built on top of a 4000-year-old temple used by sun worshippers. We will visit the monks in this extraordinary place. Dinner in Gaziantep and overnight stay at your campsite in Mardin.
9. Day
Trip distance: 296km, motorway / Total distance:1973km
Early breakfast then move to Kahta. We will sleep early tonight in Kahta for the following day's sunrise. Dinner in Kahta and overnight stay at your campsite in Kahta.
10. Day (Incl.Bus trip05):
Trip distance:: 160km / Total distance:2133km
After breakfast we have a fabulous countryside trip to Nemrut Mountain. On this summit lies a 2000 year old memorial sanctuary for an obscure Commagene King, with huge statues of gods and kings, their heads toppled by earthquakes and scattered on the ground. We visit Arsemia, Karakus, Cendere Bridge and Old Kahta. We have coffee at a regional family in their village. We return to the campsite and around 16 o'clock we start for Nemrut Mountain to enjoy the sunset.
Topping the karst limestone mountain of Nemrut Dagi (2150m/7056ft) in the south-eastern Taurus is the Hierothosion of the Kommagene King Antiochus I (69-38 B.C.), dedicated to his own glory and that of the gods. Antiochus' tomb is concealed somewhere inside the 50m/164ft high man-made burial mound, with its spectacular terraces on three sides (east, north and west). The 80m/260ft long north terrace, lined with (collapsed) columns, served as a place of assembly and arena for processions and other rituals.
On either side of the east terrace stand relieves of the King's ancestors, paternal (Persian) to the north, maternal (Seleucid) to the south, framing the colossal figures of the gods (heads standing on the ground) facing the main altar. These include, in addition to eagles and lions, the Greco-Persian mixed deities Zeus - Oromasdes, Hercules - Verethragna - Artagnes - Ares, Apollo - Mithras - Helios - Hermes and Kommagene - Tyche, as well as Antiochus I himself.
A similar arrangement is repeated on the west terrace, which is some 10m/33ft lower than the east. Here the heads of the colossal statues are better preserved and there are also more of them. The "Lion Horoscope" with its astral motifs symbolizes the deification of Antiochus I through the metamorphosis of king into star. Overnight stay at your campsite in Kahta.
11. Day (Incl.Bus trip06):
Trip distance: 571km / Total distance: 2704km
After breakfast at the campsite, we drive towards Cappadocia via Gölbasi, Malatya and Darende. After Arrival we park the motorhomes at the campingsite in Göreme Dinner and overnight stay at your campsite in Göreme. Here we will spent the next two days with sightseeing.
12. Day (Incl.Bus trip07):
Trip distance: 150km / Total distance: 2854km
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
13. Tag:
Trip distance :0km / Total distance: 2763km
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.
14. Day: Konya (inkl. Bustrip 10):
Trip distance: 223km / Total distance: 3077km
Dailytour: After breakfast departure with Bus 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.
afternoon return to Göreme. Dinner in Göreme and overnight stay at your campsite in Göreme.
15. Day (Incl.Bus trip08):
Trip distance: 277km / Total distance: 3354km
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.
16. Day :
Trip distance: 382km / Total distance: 3736km
Early start to Bursa via Polatli, Eskisehir. Arrived in Bursa Campsite visiting and Relax for the
rest of the day - enjoy the thermal spring pool, Turkish bath, massage and treatments.
after Bath Dinner at the Bursa, (Bursa is famous for the Iskender kebab.) and overnight stay at
your campsite in Bursa.
17. Day :
Trip distance: 0km / Total distance: 3736km
Nov 19 Guided tour of the UluCami, Great Mosque and buildings in the area including the Koza Han.
Afternoon free for wandering the streets or shopping in this fascinating, medieval district. Those
interested can join a guided visit to the archaeological museum and city museum. Dinner at a famous
kebab restaurant and overnight stay at your campsite in Bursa.
18. Day :
Trip distance: 300km / Total distance: 4036km
After breakfast drive to Troy visiting, Here you will learn the mythology surrounding Troy, The
Trojan Horse and Helen of Troy. Till now, 10 cities have been discovered, one built on the top of
the other, dating back to 3500 BC. You will see and hear about the Trojan Horse, Helen of Troy,
the Trojan Wars, the battle between Archillies and Paris, the Remains of Troy IX, the Alters
and the Houses of Troy I, dating back to 2500 BC. And then we drive to Eceabat. Dinner in Gelibolu
and overnight stay at your
campsite in Eceabat.
19. Day
Trip distance: 320km, motorway / Total distance: 4356km
After breakfast we are on our way to Istanbul. After arrival at the campsite in Selimpasa, dinner
and overnight stay in Selimpasa.
20. Day (inkl. Busfahrt 09):
Trip distance: 120km, , motorway / Total distance:4476km
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.
21. Day (Incl.Bus trip10):
Trip distance:: 120km, , motorway / Total distance: 4596km
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.
22. Day:
Day:
Transfer to airport Istanbul. Flight back home.
