Tour Code : EN-018

Anatolian and Mediterranean Civilizations Tour - 8 Days

Arrive in Ankara and meet your transfer assistant, who will hold a sign with “Your Group Name” on it. Then, you will be privately transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you will have free time for the rest of the day.
Dinner and overnight in Ankara. (Dinner)

We will begin the Ankara tour the day after breakfast. The first visit to the ancient city of Gordion ( 95 km away), the former capital of the Phrygians, and the Tumulus of King Midas, which was discovered in  1957. The city is renowned for the story of the Gordian Knot, famously cut by Alexander the Great. Artefacts from Gordion Ancient City and Midas Mound are exhibited in the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and the Midas Museum.

We return to Ankara and visit ANITKABIR, the eternal resting place of the Great Leader Atatürk, the founder of modern Turkey. 

Take a lunch break in a local restaurant. Afterwards, visit the Anatolian Civilizations Museum, which attracts attention with its unique works from different Anatolian civilisations. It is home to dazzling artefacts from the Phrygians, Hatti, Hittites, Lydians, Assyrians, Romans, and Byzantines.

We will visit Ankara Castle and its historical inns, such as Kurşunlu Han, Mahmutpaşa Bedesten, and Sulu Han. Later, we will visit the Hacıbayram Mosque and the Temple of Augustus, built by the Roman Emperor Augustus.

Finally, we will take a sightseeing tour of the Çankaya and Kavaklıdere districts, where embassies, consulates, the Prime Ministry, and parliamentary buildings are located. We will conclude our tour with coffee at the Panora shopping mall.
Accommodation in Ankara. (Dinner)

We will start our journey from Ankara to Alacahöyük at 7:30 AM, covering approximately 230 km in about 3 hours.

Hattusha, on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is the capital of the Hittite civilisation. The city's walls, gates, and temples offer visitors the splendour of the ancient period. The Yazılıkaya Open Air Temple bears traces of Hittite religious ceremonies. Here, you can explore ruins from various ancient cultures, including  Hatti, Hittite and Phrygian. You'll also see artefacts like statues and jewellery that showcase their rich history.

Next, we will visit Yazılıkaya, a sacred open-air temple featuring rock carvings of gods and goddesses. Afterwards, we’ll return to Hattusa to explore its key sites, including the Great Temple and the Hattusa Museum.

After a lunch break at a local restaurant, we’ll continue to the Alacahöyük Ancient City and Museum. This site is significant in Hittite history. It is known for its ancient dam, 13 royal tombs from the Bronze Age, and impressive artefacts reflecting Hittite art and architecture. Finally, we will drive to Yozgat city, about 110 km away,
Accommodation in Yozgat. (Breakfast - Dinner)

After a hearty breakfast, we will begin our journey to Cappadocia, covering approximately 180 kilometres. Our first stop will be Sarıkaya, where we'll explore the Basilica Therma Bath, a 2nd-century Roman bathhouse still used today. Following our historic visit, we'll continue our adventure to Cappadocia. Travelling, we'll enjoy breathtaking views of Central Anatolia, with stunning mountains, vast plateaus, and quaint villages revealing the region's captivating landscape. After 1.5 hours, we will Arrive in Cappadocia.
We have a lunch break in Avanos. Then, visit a pottery workshop atelier to see how potteries are made by hand. 
First, we watch the fascinating view of the Love Valley from the Panorama point.
Visit Pasabagi Valley (Monks Valley) and Devrent Valley, famous for their rock formations resembling different animal figures. Most formations, such as giant camels, seals, and dolphins, have distinctive shapes.
We have a lunch break in Avanos. Then, visit a pottery workshop atelier to see how potteries are made by hand. 
Goreme Open Air Museum is home to fantastic monasteries and chapels like the Dark Church ( Extra), Apple Church, Snake Church, and Saint Barbara Church. You will see the sceneries and figures from the Old and New Testament on well-preserved frescos from the iconoclastic period.
Accommodation in Cappadocia. (Breakfast – Dinner

Optional Tour Cappadocia
Hot Air Ballon Tour  - Turkish Night - ATW QUAD Safari - Jeep Safari - Horse Riding 
Booking on request

Hot Air Balloon Tour  04:30 – 09:00 ( Optional and reservation a few days before with your guide)
Return from the Balloon tour, take breakfast, and start the Cappadocia day tour.

Cappadocia is one of the most extraordinary places in the world with its fantastic fairy chimneys.
Visit the Uçhisar Castle, which is made of volcanic rocks and has the highest point in Cappadocia. We will see fairy chimneys, valleys, and a fantastic regional view from here. Next, we will see the Pigeon Valley. Visit Cavusin Village.

The sightseeing tour of Göreme Village features fascinating cave houses and an authentic atmosphere.
Kaymaklı Underground City is believed to be the oldest underground city in Cappadocia. It is estimated that people have lived in houses built on the rocks since the Paleolithic Period. However, we know they were mainly used to protect against Roman, Persian, and Arab attacks and as storehouses. You will be amazed to see how people lived in these underground cities with endless narrow tunnels and stairs.
Accommodation in Cappadocia. (Breakfast – Dinner)

After breakfast, we will depart for Konya and Antalya. we visit Sultanhanı Caravanserai, built by the Seljuks in 1229 to accommodate Silk Road Caravans.
Upon arrival in Konya, we will visit the Mevlana Museum, which houses the tomb of the great 13th-century Persian poet and founder of the Order of the Whirling Dervishes, Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Balkhi. Commonly known as Rumi in Western countries, he is referred to as “Mevlana,” meaning “our master,” by Muslims.
We will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, sampling the region's famous "Etli pide." After lunch, we will stroll through the streets of Konya for a short shopping expedition. We will then continue our journey to Antalya, passing through the scenic Taurus Mountains and enjoying breathtaking views of the Anatolian steppe. At the end of this beautiful journey, we will arrive at Antalya. 
Overnight in Antalya. (Breakfast – Dinner)

After breakfast, we will begin our Antalya tour. Our first stop will be the archaeological site of Perge Ancient City, a prominent Pamphylia city visited twice by Paul the Apostle and his companion, St. Barnabas.
We will explore Perge's extensive ruins, which include a well-preserved theatre, the Agora, Roman baths, the Great Gymnasium, and the Necropolis.
Next, we will visit the ancient Greco-Roman city of Aspendos to see the remarkably preserved Aspendos Theater. This magnificent theatre still hosts concerts and art events today.

After a stroll of Aspendos, we will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Following lunch, we will head to Antalya’s Old Town and the ancient Antalya Harbor, where you will see historic landmarks such as Hadrian’s Gate, the Antalya Clock Tower, and the Fluted Minaret. We will stroll through the narrow streets of the Old Town (Kaleiçi) and have the opportunity to shop for souvenirs at local shops.
Overnight in Antalya. (Breakfast – Dinner)

Free 9ime in Ankara depends on your flight time. Our tour concludes with your transfer to Antalya Airport for your departure flight. Hope to see you on another tour. (Breakfast)

Customised Tours   
We can create a tour program on your request and offer an itinerary that suits your personal, educational, cultural, and budgetary requirements. Please contact us with your requests.

People Per person in
Double
Single Room Extra Bed Children Fee
3 Pax 2597.00 3067.00 2597.00
7 - 11
2363.00
3 - 6
788.00
4 Pax 2182.00 2651.00 2182.00
7 - 11
1947.00
3 - 6
649.00
5 Pax 1955.00 2425.00 1955.00
7 - 11
1720.00
3 - 6
573.00
6 Pax 1760.00 2230.00 1760.00
7 - 11
1526.00
3 - 6
509.00
7-9 Pax 1601.00 2070.00 1601.00
7 - 11
1366.00
3 - 6
455.00
10-14 Pax 1339.00 1809.00 1339.00
7 - 11
1104.00
3 - 6
368.00
15-19 Pax 1264.00 1733.00 1264.00
7 - 11
1029.00
3 - 6
343.00
20-24 Pax 1231.00 1701.00 1231.00
7 - 11
996.00
3 - 6
332.00
25-29 Pax 1177.00 1647.00 1177.00
7 - 11
942.00
3 - 6
314.00
30-40 Pax 1134.00 1604.00 1134.00
7 - 11
899.00
3 - 6
300.00
People Per person in
Double
Single Room Extra Bed Children Fee
3 Pax 2711.00 3181.00 2711.00
7 - 11
2419.00
3 - 6
1210.00
4 Pax 2295.00 2765.00 2295.00
7 - 11
2003.00
3 - 6
1002.00
5 Pax 2068.00 2538.00 2068.00
7 - 11
1777.00
3 - 6
888.00
6 Pax 1874.00 2344.00 1874.00
7 - 11
1582.00
3 - 6
791.00
7-9 Pax 1714.00 2184.00 1714.00
7 - 11
1422.00
3 - 6
711.00
10-14 Pax 1453.00 1922.00 1453.00
7 - 11
1161.00
3 - 6
581.00
15-19 Pax 1377.00 1847.00 1377.00
7 - 11
1085.00
3 - 6
543.00
20-24 Pax 1345.00 1814.00 1345.00
7 - 11
1053.00
3 - 6
527.00
25-29 Pax 1291.00 1760.00 1291.00
7 - 11
999.00
3 - 6
500.00
30-40 Pax 1247.00 1717.00 1247.00
7 - 11
956.00
3 - 6
478.00

* Tour Type    : Private Tour
* Price Policy : Price changes depending on people's number.
* Ask about private tour price discount rates on particular dates.

Price includes

Transfer - Ankara Airport – Ankara hotel

Transfer - Antalya hotel – Antalya Airport

7-night hotel accommodation with daily breakfast

7 dinners

Entrance fees, as per the itinerary

Experienced and professional Tour Guide

Nonsmoking vehicle with air conditioner and experienced driver

All parking, highway, bridge fees

VAT and City tax

Price Excludes

Personal expenses

Beverages at lunch and dinners

Travel Insurance (highly recommended)

Meals other than specified

Hotel minibar and other expenses

Optional tours

Tips for the guide and driver

Tip policy for group
The minimum tip fee recommended for tour guides, drivers, waiters, and hotel staff on the tour is 7 Euros per person daily. It is paid in cash to


Cancellation Policy
- For cancellations made 30 days before the tour, 100% refund. ( Except for the % 15 Service Charge, Flight ticket, mandatory expenses, and Bank Commission)
- For cancellations made 29 - 15 days before the tour, 50% refund. (Except for the Bank Commission and mandatory expenses )
- For cancellations made 14 – 11 days before the tour, 30% refund.
- No refunds will be made on reservations made 10 days before the tour. %100 Penalty is applied.

Remarks
- Please note that travel health insurance is mandatory.
- If sample hotels are available, they are confirmed on the booking date. Otherwise, similar hotels are booked.
- The guide may change the tour program due to bad weather, traffic jams, or similar situations.
- If any location in the itinerary is closed, we will arrange to visit other places.
- On day tours, you will walk approximately 2 – 3 km daily on uneven and cobblestone surfaces, inclines, and steps.
- During summer, you should wear comfortable clothing, flat walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. To stay cosy in winter, please bring a raincoat, warm clothes, winter walking shoes, an umbrella, etc.
- When visiting religious places like churches, mosques, and cathedrals, it is recommended that you wear plain clothing, including closed and long skirts.
- The order of the sites visited may change to avoid crowds.
- Please carry your passport with you on all domestic flights. Domestic flights are economy class, and the baggage limit is 15 Kg.
- If Alsero Tours changes the itinerary or hotels, Alsero Tours will cover any incidental expenses.
-  Alsero Tours is not financially responsible for any extra tour and journey costs that may arise due to travel program changes or force majeure circumstances beyond our control, such

 

HOTELS 

Standard Hotels 

Ankara (2)         - New Gate Hotel 4*
Yozgat (1)          - Çamlık Otel 4*
Cappadocia (2)  - Bayhan Hotel SC
Antalya (2)         - Afflon Loft City 4*


Gold Hotels 
Ankara (2)         - New Park Hotel 5*
Yozgat (1)          - Çamlık Otel 4*
Cappadocia (2) – Pegasos Cave / Ramada Cappadocia 5*  
Antalya (2)         - Afflon Loft City 4*
* Note: Sample hotels are confirmed on the booking date if they are available. Otherwise, similar hotels are booked.

HIGHLIGHTS

Ankara: Begin your journey in Turkey’s capital with a visit to the Anatolian Civilizations Museum, home to artefacts from various ancient cultures.
Gordion: Explore the legendary capital of the Phrygian kingdom, famous for King Midas's tomb and its ancient ruins.
Hattusas: Discover the grandeur of the Hittite Empire’s capital, with its monumental city walls, gates, and Yazılıkaya Open-Air Temple.
Alacahöyük: A sacred Hittite site featuring the Sphinx Gate and stunning archaeological findings.
Cappadocia: Conclude your tour in this magical region known for its fairy chimneys, ancient cave dwellings, and the Göreme Open-Air Museum.
Ankara; Ankara Castle, Anatolia Civilizations Museum, Augustus Temple, Anıtkabir, Gordion, King Midas Tumulus.
Hattusha, Alacahoyuk museum, Yazılıkaya
Yozgat, Basilica Terme, Sarıkaya
Cappadocia; Kaymaklı Underground City, Uchisar Castle, Pigeon Valley, Pasabagi Valley, Devrent Valley
Avanos, Göreme open-air museum
Konya, Mevlana Museum,
Antalya; Perge, Aspendos Theatre, Kaleici, Hadrian Gate

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Tour Code
EN-018
Tour Name
Anatolian & Pamphlia Civilizations Tour - 8 Days/7 Nights
Departure Point
Ankara
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Anatolia and Mediterranean Beauties Exploring 8  Days 

On this 8-day Anatolia and Mediterranean tour, discover the fascinating history and culture of the civilisations living in these regions. This tour takes you through ancient capitals such as Gordion and Hattusha, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and breathtaking landscapes, revealing Central Anatolia and Antalya's natural beauty and historical heritage. An Excellent Cappadocia trip is included in the itinerary.

Discover the ancient world of the Hittites, Pamphylians, Hatti, Phrygians, Romans, Seljuks, and the new face of modern Turkey. Covering Ankara Hattusa, Cappadocia, and Antalya, this tour perfectly blends Anatolia's ancient historical heritage, touristic regions, the wild landscape of the Taurus Mountains, the natural habitat of the Yoruks, and the fertile Mediterranean lands. It explores Anatolia's deep heritage while showcasing its mesmerising landscapes and is ideal for history buffs, natural life enthusiasts, and culture seekers.

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  • Tour Code : EN-018
  • Duration : 8 Days
  • Start : Ankara
  • End : Antalya
  • Tour Season : 15 March - 30 November
  • Transfer : Vehicle
  • Distance : 1:550 Km
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