Tour Leader

Odyssey Program Leaders

Please note that Program Leader allocations will be confirmed over the next few months

Guaranteed small group departure.

This program offers you some of the most spectacular, varied and historically important sites in Turkey ranging from Istanbul "one of the worlds oldest cities and a centre of civilization for centuries" to "the ancient and now legendary city" of Troy. See the steepest of theatres in Pergamum; enjoy visiting Ephesus the largest Greco-Roman city of Turkey and discover the cultural centres of Ankara, capital city of Turkey. Languish in Antalya, the major city of the Anatolian Mediterranean and in Konya learn about the mystic Whirling Dervishes. Travel to the extraordinary limestone formations of Pamukkale and explore the underground cities and cave churches in Cappadocia. You will have the opportunity to interact with the locals, and experience first-hand their culture, cuisine, and traditions.

Whilst most of the program is spent in Anatolia, the larger Asian part of Turkey, time on the Gallipoli Peninsula and in Istanbul will be in the European part of the country known as Thrace. During entire tour program a local English speaking guide will accompany the group and your Odyssey Program Leader. Accommodation during the program will be in quality four star hotels with private facilities.

Tour inclusions

• Return economy class international airfare.
• Departure taxes applicable to the standard itinerary.
• All sightseeing and field trips as indicated.
• Touring by comfortable and modern coach.
• Daily buffet breakfast, 17 dinners includes a farewell dinner, 8 lunches.
• Applicable entry fees and services of local guides.
• Comprehensive travel insurance.
• 21 nights hotel accommodation in en-suite share twin rooms. Single rooms all with ensuite are available at a supplement charge.
• Services of a Program Leader for the duration of the program.
• Transportation by private air conditioned bus with professional driver
• Service charges and Gratuities.
• Turkish visa fee.
• Detailed Program Information Booklet.
• Certificate for participating in a visit to the ANZAC Cove and Gallipoli Lands.
• Archaeological map of Turkey
• Special lectures.
• English speaking tour guide throughout the tour.

Tour exclusions

• Meals which are not listed in the itinerary
• Drinks
• Optional activities and costs of a personal nature
• Any other item which is not listed above
• Transport to and from homeport

Program Notes

• Prices quoted are ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Auckland and Christchurch.
• No obligation registrations of interest are invited on next year's departure.
• Effective 1 April there will be a 2.5% price increase
• Additional premiums will be imposed by the insurer for those participants who are over 60 years and/or with pre-existing medical conditions.

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