Gay Turkey

Trip Style:Comfort (what does this mean?)

Trip Valid:01/01/2010 to 31/12/2010

Price: CAD $2249.00 USD $1999.00

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  $250 deposit required, remaining balance collected 60 days prior to departure.

Duration:15 days

Departures:Jun 13, 2010; Aug 15, 2010

Highlights:Admire the grand skyline of Istanbul, Discover a Greek ghost town, Walk along the Lycian Way, Taste local fruit wines in a photogenic village, Sail over the sunken city of Kekova, Dip your feet into the thermal waters of Pamukkale's white terraces, Experience the extraordinary landscape of Cappadocia, Dine on tasty Turkish delicacies
 

 

Trip Code:RDP

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Float over sunken cities, discover surreal mountainous landscapes and travel through crumbling ghost towns on this fifteen-day foray into Turkey. Lose yourself in the mysteries and magic of the Ottoman Empire and sample traditional delicacies sourced from land and sea. Spend a day sailing the Mediterranean aboard a traditional Turkish boat, and share a tasty feast with a local family in the Cappadocian Valley. From sharing fruit wine with villagers in a town that time forgot to discovering the old capital of the civilised world, this Turkish delight will do just that.

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Duration 15 days
 

Tour Code RDP
 

Physical Rating You are required to carry your pack on and off trains and buses, up hotel steps, etc. Your itinerary may include easy paced walks or bike rides, but these are on mainly flat ground.
 

Culture Shock Rating The trip includes a range of accommodation, such as basic hotels with western facilities or overnight trains. Days of being on the move are well interspersed, communication with the outside world is ever-present and a wide variety of food is commonly available.
 

Gay Rating 2 (rating definition)

This trip travels to a relatively conservative area. We encourage you to experience the destination and culture with the following in mind:
<br /><br /><strong>Accommodation</strong> - We do not foresee any problems, however there may be occasions when a same sex couple may be asked to sleep in single beds rather than sharing a double. We appreciate your cooperation.
<br /><strong>Public Display of affection</strong> - These are frowned upon in this region among all travellers, not just those on an OUT Adventure. This includes holding hands in public.
<br /><strong>Gay Activities</strong> - This trip may not have specific gay hosted events, meals or day tours due to the cultural sensitivity of this region. We will do our best to provide a safe, comfortable environment for you and your fellow travellers to experience this culture.
<br /><strong>Please read the important notes &#38; local dress section of the Trip Notes for more detailed information</strong>

Meals Included 12 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner
 

Accommodation Guesthouses/hotels (12 nts), overnight train (2 nts)
 

Transportation Overnight train, dolmus (minibus), public and private bus, ferry, traditional Turkish boat, tram, taxi, walking
 

Trip Style Out Comfort
 

Group Size Maximum of 12 travellers per group
 

Departure Departure is guaranteed, subject to 6 people travelling
 

Budget Allow EUR €300 for meals not included.
 

Validity 01/01/2010 to 31/12/2010
 

Departs Selected Sun
 

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Days 1-2 IstanbulDiscover the stunning Blue Mosque and chaotic Grand Bazaar.
 

Days 3-4 GoremeExplore the surreal landscapes and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia
 

Day 5 KonyaSee old meet new in this university town.
 

Day 6 AntalyaHead to the coast where beautiful Antalya is set against the Bey Mountains.
 

Days 7-8 KasSwim in sparkling seas, sail over a sunken city or just dine on fresh seafood.
 

Days 9-10 KayakoyWalk the Lycian way to picture-perfect Oludeniz and take time out to savour some Turkish tea.
 

Days 11-12 SelcukVisit beautifully preserved ancient Ephesus. Then learn to make gozleme and try some local fruit wines.
 

Day 13 PamukkaleDip your feet into the reputedly healing waters at Pamukkale or just take in the sight of these surreal chalk terraces.
 

Days 14-15 IstanbulReturn to Istanbul with time to shop, explore or enjoy a traditional hamam.
 

Departure Date	Spaces available
Jun 13, 2010	space available
Aug 15, 2010	space available

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