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1 TURKEY & GREECE $4299 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE TYPICALLY $7999 ISTANBUL CAPPADOCIA PAMUKKALE KUSADASI THE OFFER If Greece is the word, Turkey must be the picture. See the best of both on this amazing trip taking in Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Athens and more. Dip your feet in hot thermal baths, indulge in amazing mediterranean food, uncover fascinating archeological sites, and swim in pristine turquoise waters. This is one trip you ll be writing home about! Walk the road less travelled on this incredible 18 day culture tour through Turkey and Greece. Begin with a tour of Istanbul s most iconic sights: the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and more. Discover other-worldly Cappadocia and fairy chimneys of Pasabag; visit the underground city of Kaymakli, before heading to the mineral rich, healing waters of Pamukkale. See the ruins of Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, Great Theatre and more on a tour of Ephesus. Discover the ancient city of Troy, and its replica Trojan Horse, before boarding a ferry to cross over into Greece. See the port city of Kavala, the ruins of Apollo Pythios on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, and tour the highlights of Athens including the Acropolis, the Roman Temple of Olympic Zeus, and the Panathinaiko Stadium. This amazing journey of discovery includes return international flights, an additional flight within Turkey, 15 nights hotel accommodation, 16 meals and so much more! 18 DAY TURKEY & GREECE $4299 * all information provided in this brochure is subject to both change and availability. Prior to purchase please check the current live deal at or contact our customer service team on TRIP (8747) for the most up-to-date information. If you have already purchased this deal, the terms and conditions on your Purchase Confirmation apply and take precedence over the information in this brochure.

2 THE ITINERARY Day 1 Australia - Istanbul, Turkey Today depart either Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, *Adelaide or *Perth for Istanbul! Fly with award winning Etihad Airways, Emirates, Cathay Pacific or Singapore Airlines to name a few (subject to availability). Meals included: In-Flight Day 2 Welcome to Istanbul Upon arrival in Istanbul Airport, you will be met by a representative who will transfer you to the hotel by private vehicle. Overnight: Armada Hotel, Istanbul Meals included: None Day 3 Istanbul Day Tour After breakfast, you will enjoy a full day tour of Istanbul. The bejewelled capital of Istanbul sits between two continents and is home to 450 mosques. First you will visit the Hippodrome; the former centre of sports and political activities and then the famous Blue Mosque, with its six minarets and sparkling interior. Continue to the Topkapi Palace, once home to royal Sultans. Inside, you ll see the fabled jewels of the Treasury, delicate displays of Chinese porcelain in the Kitchen Quarters. After your visit to the palace, the tour will take you for a walk through Hagia Sophia which, for 1000 years, was the largest church in Christendom. Built by Justinian ( AD), the church has 107 columns, fossils imbedded in the white marble floors and beautiful glass mosaics, today, it is the Museum of Byzantine Art. From here you will walk through the isles and alleys of the Grand Bazaar. Surround yourself with smells of cinnamon, cloves, thyme and other exotic spices as you explore the Grand Bazaar; there are over 4000 shops that sell everything from herbs to gold. After the tour is concluded you will return to the hotel, where you will have the rest of the evening at your own leisure. Overnight: Armada Hotel, Istanbul Day 4 Istanbul - Cappadocia After breakfast, you will be transferred to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for a flight to Kayseri (approx. 1.5 hours). Upon arrival you will enjoy a guided tour. The first visit will be the lunar landscape of Cappadocia - amazing rock formations beyond belief in the Devrent Valley. The tour will then continue to Pasabag fairy chimneys, where the voice of the wind is said to mix with the songs of fairies. Continue to Avanos, the centre of artistic terracotta work since 3000 BC. Where you will enjoy a demonstration in a traditional pottery workshop. From here the tour will visit Uchisar Rock-Castle where you will be able to climb and see the panoramic view of the valley of Cappadocia. Overnight: Goreme Inn Hotel, Cappadocia Day 5 Cappadocia Free Day Today after breakfast, the day is yours to enjoy at leisure or you can take the opportunity to join an optional hot air balloon tour (not included). On the optional tour you will get to take in the breathtaking landscape home to magnificent valleys, volcanic rock formations, spectacular pigeon houses, and a view that will be unforgettable. Overnight: Goreme Inn Hotel, Cappadocia Day 6 Cappadocia - Konya (approx. 234km day) After breakfast, you will enjoy a tour to the Kaymakli Underground City, one of the most interesting underground settlements in Cappadocia. Afterwards you will continue to Konya. Archaeology shows that the Konya region is one of the most ancient settlements of Anatolia. Overnight: Hilton Garden Inn, Konya

3 THE ITINERARY Day 7 Konya - Pamukkale (approx. 401km day) After breakfast, you will depart for Pamukkale, which means cotton castle in Turkish. The underground water once gave life to the ancient city of Hierapolis. Tourists and locals alike visit Pamukkale frequently not only for its extraordinary look and ancient history, but also for health reasons. Scientifically proven to cure many ailments, the waters attract many people all year round. You will walk barefoot up through the formations on the travertine path, starting at the south gate to the site. It is not permitted to wear shoes, to prevent eroding or staining of the delicate calcite deposits - you will carry your footwear along in a bag. As you walk along you can splash in the warm, aquamarine pools. Overnight: Tripolis Hotel, Pamukkale Day 8 Pamukkale - Ephesus - Kusadasi (approx. 189km day) After breakfast, you will depart for Ephesus. On arrival you will enter through the Magnesia Gate and begin a slow, downhill walk with the guide into the ruins of this Roman provincial capital. The route takes you past the Odeum, the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan and the Great Theatre. The Theatre had seating for 25,000 and was the site where St. Paul preached to the Ephesians and is used today for a local spring festival. The Basilica of St. John (entrance not included) - built by the Emperor Justinian over the tomb of St. John the Apostle, now in ruins, once rivalled Hagia Sophia in size. One can still see graceful columns, mosaics and frescoes. The small Ephesus Museum (entrance not included) in Selcuk boasts an incredible collection of Hellenistic and Roman statues, carved reliefs and artefacts unearthed from the ruins of Ephesus. The famous statue of Artemis (goddess of fertility) is housed there. After the tour you will be transferred to the hotel in Kusadasi. Overnight: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel, Kusadasi Day 9 Kusadasi Free Day Today you can spend the day discovering the shopping friendly city of Kusadasi at leisure, or take the opportunity to join an optional full day tour to Samos island, Greece (not included). The island is blessed with varied scenery, ranging from rugged mountain peaks to verdant valleys and delightful shores. Its lush environment combined with its extensive tourist facilities account for the crowds of tourists that flood in every summer. Alternatively, you may opt to join an optional cooking class, followed by lunch at a local family s home (not included). Here, you will enjoy the experience of cooking local foods from the menu, learn cooking techniques, and secrets from the family. During the time you spend in their house you will learn not only about local foods you like but also you will learn how to make local desserts and different kinds of pastry. Overnight: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel, Kusadasi Day 10 Kusadasi - Pergamum - Canakkale (approx. 404km day) After breakfast, depart to Pergamum - once a rich and powerful ancient Greek city. Visiting Pergamum, with its acropolis and Great Theatre, the steepest of the ancient world, is a memorable experience. See the Red Basilica; once a pagan temple, it was later converted into a Christian church. Afterwards drive to Canakkale where you will be transferred to the hotel. Overnight: Grand Anzac Hotel, Canakkale Day 11 Canakkale - Troy, Turkey - Alexandroupolis, Greece (approx km day) Today after breakfast you will visit Troy - an ancient city in what is now north-western Turkey, made famous in Homer s epic poem The Iliad. According to the Iliad, this is where the legendary Trojan War took place. Today it s an archaeological site popular with travellers from all over the world and, in

4 THE ITINERARY addition to being a Turkish national park, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will see the huge replica of the Trojan Horse and the fortified walls of the city. After the tour you will board a ferry and cross over into Greece. Upon arrival you will continue to the Greek town of Alexandroupolis. The city benefits from its position at the centre of land and sea routes, connecting Greece with Turkey. Overnight: Alexander Beach Hotel & Spa, Alexandroupolis Day 12 Alexandroupolis - Kavala - Amphipolis - Thessaloniki (approx. 301km day) After breakfast, you will continue into the modern port city of Kavala, the capital and main port of the Kavala prefecture. The city is built on the slopes of Mt. Symvolo, forming one of the most picturesque cities in Greece. The city s breeze sweeps through its historic buildings, which perfectly reflect the city s modern character. Afterwards you will be transferred to the hotel in Thessaloniki. Overnight: Park Hotel, Thessaloniki Day 13 Thessaloniki - Meteora - Kalambaka (approx. 228km day) After breakfast, you will enjoy a city tour. Visit the old city ramparts, the Forum, St George s church, the ancient Roman monument which transformed into a church and Galerius Arch which rises over the famous via Egnatia. You will also see the beautiful basilicas of martyred Christian, and former distinguished member of the Roman army, St Demetrius. Next, you will continue to Meteora. Marvel at the almost supernatural mix of natural landscape and man made construction. Meteora is not only a unique witness of monastic life and art in Greece but also an incredible place to be mesmerized by the amazing views, green valleys and steep rock formations that will leave you breathless. Overnight: Kosta Famissi Hotel, Kalambaka Day 14 Kalambaka - Delphi - Athens (approx. 355km day) After breakfast you will continue southbound to Delphi. Delphi is considered the navel (omphalos) of the ancient world. On the slopes of Mount Parnassus, in a landscape of unparalleled beauty and majesty, lie the ruins of the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios. Here you will visit the site and the museum where you can see, among other archaeological treasures, the unique bronze statue of the Charioteer. Once the tour has concluded you will be transferred to the hotel in Athens. Overnight: The Stanley Hotel, Athens Day 15 Athens Highlights Tour The striking contrast between monuments of the glorious past and elegant, modern structures is what you will enjoy during your tour of Athens. After breakfast, visit the Acropolis, the crowning beauty and glory of Ancient Athens, with its many monuments atop its rocky base, including the atavistic Parthenon, the Propylaea, the temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion, with its Porch of Maidens. You will then visit Mars Hill where you will have an excellent view of the ancient agora; former centre of the Athenian public life. From here you will drive to see the Roman Temple of Olympic Zeus, the Panathinaiko Stadium (site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896) and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on Constitution Square, see views of government buildings and elegant structures of the 19th century. Your tour will continue with a drive along Panepistimiou Avenue where you will view the Catholic Cathedral, the Academy, University, and National Library. Overnight: The Stanley Hotel, Athens Day 16 One Day Cruise to the Saronic Gulf Islands Early this morning after breakfast you will transfer to Trocadero

5 THE ITINERARY cruise port to set sail to Hydra. Hydra is a favourite of the international jet-set and is beloved by painters, craftsmen and photographers. Its unique architecture, crystal clear waters, splendid craft and jewel shops, folk art and the island s traditional means of transport the donkey, make it one of the last examples of living Mediterranean history. In Hydra, you have time at leisure for strolling, shopping or swimming. You will then sail to the island of Aegina, passing through the narrow strait separating the Peloponnesian coast from the island of Poros. Aegina is known for its rich history, inspiring pistachio grove landscapes, a lively fish market, colourful floating fruit and vegetable marketplace as well as picturesque seaside villages such as St. Marina with its taverns, traditional shops and beautiful golden beaches. Do not leave Aegina before trying their pistachio nuts which are widely considered to be the best in the world. A light lunch will be served on board. On the way back to Athens you will enjoy a Traditional Greek Folk Show with singers and dancers in original costumes from all of Greece, who together with the crew will entertain and animate you up to the final moment. Overnight: The Stanley Hotel, Athens ;Lunch Day 17 Athens, Greece - Australia After breakfast, you will be transferred to Athens Airport for your return flight back to Australia. ;In-Flight Day 18 Arrive in Australia *Please note, some flights may arrive in Australia +1 day later.

6 TOUR INCLUSIONS HIGHLIGHTS Explore 2 amazing countries: Turkey and Greece Discover the best of Istanbul on a full day tour Visit the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and more Dazzle the senses inside the Grand Bazaar Witness the lunar landscape of Cappadocia See a traditional pottery demonstration in a pottery workshop in Avanos Explore Uchisar Rock Castle and enjoy panoramic views of Cappadocia Enjoy a free day at leisure in spectacular Cappadocia Visit the interesting Kaymakli Underground City Walk through the Pamukkale, used in ancient times for healing See the Odeum, Temple of Hadiran and more on a walking tour of Ephesus Enjoy a day at leisure in vibrant Kusadasi Visit the ancient sites of Troy, Ephesus and Delphi Take a ferry from Turkey to Greece See the picturesque port city of Kavala Visit St George s Church, and Galerius Arch on a tour of Thessaloniki Witness monastic life at incredible Meteora Visit Delphi, the navel of the ancient world See the highlights of Athens on a guided tour Explore the Acropolis, the crowning beauty and glory of Ancient Athens Enjoy a day cruise to the Saronic Gulf Islands Sail to popular Hydra and historic Aegina Enjoy a traditional Greek Folk Show on board the cruise FLIGHTS Return international flights (economy class) departing SYD/ MEL/BNE/*ADL/*PER 1 way internal flight (economy class) from Istanbul to Kayseri ACCOMMODATION 15 nights hotel accommodation DINING Enjoy 16 meals including daily breakfast TOUR ESSENTIALS English speaking tour guides Airline taxes and surcharges TRANSPORT Transportation by A/C private vehicles TRANSFERS Return airport and boat transfers

7 IMPORTANT INFORMATION * all information provided in this brochure is subject to both change and availability. Prior to purchase please check the current live deal at au or contact our customer service team on TRIP (8747) for the most up-to-date information. If you have already purchased this deal, the terms and conditions on your Purchase Confirmation apply and take precedence over the information in this brochure. BOOKING INFORMATION After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation, directing you to an online Passenger Information Form. The Passenger Information Form must be completed within 72 hours of purchase. Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below. On purchasing this Travel Offer you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions, in addition to the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information. all additional charges are payable direct to your Travel Consultant (unless otherwise stated). OFFER ESSENTIALS Travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 23rd October This travel offer is priced for one person based on twin share. Single Traveller Supplement For solo travellers a mandatory single supplement of $830 applies. Departure Dates (2019) Please go to TripADeal website for current departure dates. Surcharges dates/months with a * incur a flight high season surcharge of $350 per person. Departure Cities Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, *Adelaide or *Perth Interstate Surcharges *Adelaide or *Perth: $300 per person. FLIGHTS Full Service Airline(s) Used Etihad Airways, Emirates, British Airways, Lufthansa, Swiss Airways, Austrian Airlines, Air France, KLM, Singapore Airlines, Virgin Australia, Qatar Airways, Thai Airways, Malaysian Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Korean Air plus any partners (subject to availability). One way flights can not be accommodated. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation. Arrive early in Istanbul, Turkey $200 per person, subject to availability. This fee does not include extra nights accommodation, meals or airport transfers. No flight booking changes or cancellations permitted after air tickets have been issued. Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking. Stay behind in Athens, Greece $200 per person, subject to availability. This fee does not include extra nights accommodation, meals or airport transfers. No flight booking changes or cancellations permitted after air tickets have been issued. Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking. Stopover Packages Twin share: $670 per person/each way Solo Traveller: $890 each way Locations: * Dubai Includes: 2 Nights in 4 star accommodation Daily breakfast Return airport transfers An outbound and inbound stopover may be chosen; however the stopover location must be the same each way, due to the airline used. Stopover packages are subject to availability. Flight Class Upgrades Premium Economy: Not available. Business Class: Price available upon request. All Premium Economy and Business Class upgrades are subject to availability (if we are not able to fulfill your business class request the upgrade cost will be refunded). On any upgrade purchase, short haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed in a Premium or Business cabin; subject to aircraft configuration. ACCOMMODATION Accommodation Used 3-4 Star (self-rated): Istanbul, Turkey: Armada Hotel Cappadocia, Turkey: Goreme Inn Hotel Konya, Turkey: Hilton Garden Inn Pamukkale, Turkey: Tripolis Hotel Kusadasi, Turkey: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel Canakkale, Turkey: Grand Anzac Hotel Alexandroupolis, Greece: Alexander Beach Hotel & Spa Thessaloniki, Greece: Park Hotel Kalambaka, Greece: Kosta Famissi Hotel Athens, Greece: The Stanley Hotel rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type, and are subject to availability based on seasonality. Properties will be confirmed, no later than two weeks prior to travel. Extra Nights Istanbul, Turkey (Pre Tour): $190 per room including breakfast. Athens, Greece (Post Tour): $170 per room including breakfast. extra nights are subject to availability until the time of booking. Airport transfers are not included if you wish to arrive early or stay behind.

8 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Maximum Room Capacity 3 people (subject to availability). Child Policy No child discounts. Full price applies for all children travelling with their parents. Valid for Children/infants 12 years old and over. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors allowed. Triple Share No discounts apply for 3rd person travelling. Full price applies, subject to availability. Triple shares may be required to share existing bedding. Bedding Configuration Double or twin bedding (subject to availability). Adjoining / Interconnecting Rooms Subject to availability and at the hotels discretion. Please enquire on booking if you require this option. GENERAL TOUR INFORMATION Minimum group size 20, maximum group size 44 per vehicle. Optional Tours / Activities DAY 5: Cappadocia: Hot Air Balloon - $240 AUD DAY 9: Samos Island Tour - $110 AUD DAY 9: Turkish cooking class in Kusadasi - $150 AUD prices are based on per person, are subject to availability, time permitting and weather conditions. The optional tours listed above must be purchased on checkout or over the phone prior to submitting your passenger information form (subject to availability). Some tours require minimum numbers to operate. EXCLUSIONS Visa fees and requirements (A visa is strict requirement for Turkey but a visa is not required for Greece if travelling on an Australian passport). Meals/beverages not stated in the itinerary. Recommended gratuities/tipping: * Turkey: 25 Turkish Lira (approx. $8 AUD) per person/per day. * Greece: 5 pp (approx. $8 AUD) per person/per day. Optional activities/tours. Personal expenses. Travel insurance (Mandatory). A comprehensive travel Insurance policy must be organised BEFORE all details can be finalised. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURE Istanbul The coastal areas of Turkey bordering the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean Sea have a Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild to cool, wet winters. The coastal areas of Turkey bordering the Black Sea have a temperate Oceanic climate with warm, wet winters and cool to cold, wet summers. During the summer months, the air temperature can go up to 30 C, the highest recorded temperature in Istanbul was 45 C. During winter months, the temperature is around 10 C with much colder nights. Cappadocia During the months of April, May, October and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures. Hot season / summer is in May, June, July, August, September and October. Göreme has dry periods in June, July, August and September. On average, the warmest month is August with the coolest month being January. May also marks the beginning of the hot air ballooning season, which extends into December and provides a bird s eye view of the area which is equivalent in size to the Grand Canyon. Athens During the months of May, June, September and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures. Hot season / summer is in June, July, August and September. Athens has dry periods in April, May, June, July, August and September. On average, the warmest month is July, with the coolest month being February. TOUR GUIDE VS. TOUR LEADER Tour Guide: Often locals with intimate knowledge of an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing the tour, and seeing that people have a good time. They are a licensed, qualified expert who supplies specific information on history, art, architecture and culture of the city/village/attraction in which he or she is guiding the tour. The guide meets the group at the required place and leaves the group at the end of the tour, they do not travel with the group. Tour Leader: An experienced person tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of tours, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the whole trip. Their role primarily includes assisting with accommodation, transportation between locations, and communication with tour guides in each stop. A tour leader may provide general guidance around a city or village, and offer information on the place visited on the bus, however they are not required to have specific knowledge on art, architecture, or history. They are not allowed to provide a guided tour or commentary of a city/village/attraction once there and if caught doing so, can be fined. Tour leaders/guides are not a standard inclusion in all travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when particularly required to enhance the experience of the destination featured. FLIGHTS Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Points At TripADeal we do not arrange seat selection. It is important to highlight that some Airlines do not allow pre-selected seats. We strongly suggest you contact the Airline directly with seating allocation requirements and or arrive at the airport earlier to arrange your seating. While we

9 IMPORTANT INFORMATION do not add frequent flyer member details to bookings, you can do this directly with the Airline once you have your flight information. COACH TOUR Meals: Daily breakfast is included in the tour, for all other meals; lunches and dinners the tour leader (when available) will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. It is your responsibility to notify TripADeal of any dietary requests/ requirements. Please note; we will do our best to meet your requests/ requirements, however cannot guarantee that we will always be able to. Luggage: You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on the tour. With regards to luggage, you must carry your own luggage from the coach to the hotel room and back to the coach. The driver will assist with the uploading and off-loading of the luggage from the coach. Fitness Level Required / Mobility: Our vehicles are not equipped with wheelchair access, so unfortunately our tours are currently not suitable for wheelchair users and those less mobile. a general level of fitness will be required. If you have any concerns please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel. Gratuities / Tipping Gratuities (tips) are not included in the tour price for services of the tour leader (when available) and driver throughout the tour. The recommended tip for the tour leader and driver in Turkey is 25 Turkish Lira (approx. $8 AUD) per person/per day and in Greece is 5 (approx. $8 AUD) per person/per day, which will be collected whilst on tour. VISAS Turkey A Tourist visa is required for Turkey for stays up to 90 days if travelling on an Australian passport. Important: Please start arranging your visa at least 3 weeks prior to departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours. Greece A Tourist visa for Europe is not required for stays up to 90 days if travelling on an Australian Passport. Passengers who are not Australian citizens must check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required. It is also important to note, some areas of employment such a journalism, government authorities and charity organisations may have additional restrictions in applying for Visas. This may in turn affect the type of application required. INSURANCE We are proud to offer a range of travel insurance products - please ask your Travel Consultant for more information. SCHEDULE OF FEES Voluntary Changes This includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue. 1st Change - $ per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/ accommodation/other travel provider. 2nd Change - $ per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/ accommodation/other travel provider. Subsequent changes - $ per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/ accommodation/other travel provider. Changes within 30 days of departure $ person + any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel provider. Changes within 14 days of departure $ per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel provider. Name Changes Due To Passenger Error If the incorrect name has been advised to TripADeal, charges of $ per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/ accommodation/other travel provider.