2025 - Aegean Trooper Tour
2025 - Aegean Trooper Tour
$1203
Tour Overview
Embark on the 2025 Aegean Trooper Tour, a captivating journey through Turkey's rich history and stunning landscapes. This tour takes you from the poignant WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli to the ancient wonders of Troy and Ephesus, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. Explore the charming village of Behramkale and the mesmerizing white travertines of Pamukkale. Enjoy comfortable accommodations at boutique and special class hotels, and travel in style with air-conditioned transport and a domestic flight between Denizli and Istanbul. With expert guidance from a professional English-speaking tour guide, delve into the cultural and historical treasures of Turkey, including visits to the Ephesus Archaeology Museum and the Temple of Artemis. This small group tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery, ensuring an unforgettable experience. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Gallipoli Battlefields
Location: Gallipoli Peninsula, Lone Pine Memorial, Chunuk Bair Memorial, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston's Jolly
Accommodation: MD Barbaros Hotel (Special Class)
Accommodation Name: MD Barbaros Hotel (Special Class)
Meals Included: Dinner
One of the most emotionally touching places in Turkey, today we visit the WW1 Battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston's Jolly, original trenches and tunnels.
Day 2 : Troy, Behramkale, Kusadasi
Location: Troy, Behramkale, Kuşadası
Accommodation: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel (Boutique)
Accommodation Name: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel (Boutique)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Depart from Çanakkale and head towards Troy, where we will explore the ancient city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the new, award-winning Troy Museum. We continue on to the old village of Behramkale, a picturesque settlement with stone houses and narrow streets that offer a glimpse into traditional Turkish village life. You will have time to explore the village, take in the beautiful scenery, and perhaps enjoy a cup of Turkish tea or coffee at a local café. From Behramkale, we head south to Kuşadası.
Day 3 : Kusadasi, Ephesus, Sirince
Location: Kusadasi, Ephesus, Temple of Artemis, Ephesus Archaeology Museum, Sirince
Accommodation: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel (Boutique)
Accommodation Name: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel (Boutique)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before exploring the Ephesus Archaeology Museum, which houses an impressive collection of artifacts from the region. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey, and at the carpet village, we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value.
Day 4 : Pamukkale, Hierapolis
Location: Pamukkale, Hierapolis
Accommodation: Adem Pira Hotel (4 star)
Accommodation Name: Adem Pira Hotel (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
Day 5 : Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation: ()
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you head back to Istanbul. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight and be back in Istanbul, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel in time for a bit of last minute shopping or exploring.
What's Included
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Meals
4 breakfasts, 0lunches, 4dinners -
Professional English-speaking tour guide
A professional English-speaking tour guide will provide expert guidance and support throughout your entire journey.
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Transportation
Transportation is provided in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle.
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Domestic flight and transfers
A domestic flight between Denizli and Istanbul and all necessary transfers are included.
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Tips except Driver and Guide
Tips are included except for the driver and guide.
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Entrance fees
Entrance fees to all included sites and attractions are covered.
What's Not Included
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Suggested optional activities
Optional activities suggested during the tour are not included.
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Tips - Driver and Guide
Tips for the driver and guide are not included and are at your discretion.
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Compulsory Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory but not included in the tour package.
Meals
4 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 4 dinners
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle, and enjoy a domestic flight between Denizli and Istanbul, ensuring a comfortable and seamless journey throughout the tour.
Accommodation
Stay in comfort at the MD Barbaros Hotel (Special Class) in Gallipoli, the Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel (Boutique) in Kusadasi, and the Adem Pira Hotel (4 star) in Pamukkale, offering a blend of modern amenities and local charm.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle, and includes a domestic flight between Denizli and Istanbul to ensure a comfortable and seamless journey.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
You will stay at the MD Barbaros Hotel (Special Class) in Gallipoli, the Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel (Boutique) in Kusadasi, and the Adem Pira Hotel (4 star) in Pamukkale, which offer a blend of modern amenities and local charm.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners. Lunches are not included.
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Is there a professional guide available during the tour?
Yes, a professional English-speaking tour guide will provide expert guidance and support throughout your entire journey.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour price?
Yes, entrance fees to the attractions visited during the tour are included in the tour price.
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What is the policy on tips for the driver and guide?
Tips for the driver and guide are not included in the tour package and are at your discretion.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
Travel insurance is compulsory for this tour but is not included in the tour package.
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What activities are planned for the visit to Gallipoli?
During the visit to Gallipoli, you will explore the WW1 Battlefields, including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, and Johnston's Jolly, which features original trenches and tunnels.
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What can I expect to see in Ephesus?
In Ephesus, you will have a guided tour of the ancient city, visit the site of the Temple of Artemis, and explore the Ephesus Archaeology Museum, which houses an impressive collection of artifacts from the region.
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What is unique about the visit to Pamukkale?
In Pamukkale, you will visit the magnificent white calcium terraces known as Travertines and tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. You can also take a dip in the hot springs, which were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for our latest Covid-19 policies, however, we adhere to recommended health & safety guidelines on all our tours.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Fez Travel has been in operation since 1997.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Please contact us as soon as possible and we will be able to let you know what is possible and any associated price changes.
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Low Deposit
Fez Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 43 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of fez travel charges.
Up to 43 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 13 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
2025 - Aegean Trooper Tour
5 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul, Turkey
Visiting: Gallipoli Peninsula, Lone Pine Memorial, Chunuk Bair Memorial, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston's Jolly, Troy, Behramkale, Kuşadası, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Temple of Artemis, Ephesus Archaeology Museum, Sirince, Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Istanbul ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AETR
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 20
Age range:
8-99
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Battlefield Tours, Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Ruins-Archaeology