Below, you’ll find an example of one of our most popular itinerary choices, but we can tailor-make yours from scratch to meet your exact requirements...

Turkey - 6 day inclusive itinerary package from only £645pp*

Travelling February 2013

Our most popular visits in Turkey for Classics school trips

Here are some of our most popular visits in Turkey for Classics groups. We can tailor-make an itinerary to your exact needs. Call 0845 688 8988 to create your itinerary from scratch today.

Key Visits

Your group will be accompanied throughout your tour and at each of the following visits.

Istanbul

A remarkable city, full of mystery, charm and learning opportunities. Istanbul forms the start and ending location of your tour. A visit to the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi palace and the bazaars will give students a glimpse of the culture where East meets West. The Church of St Sophia will take students back to the Roman Empire and the great city of Constantine.

Bosphorus Boat Cruise, Istanbul

Enjoy a relaxing boat ride along the Bosphorus, the narrow strait of water that separates Europe from Asia. See sites from the water such as Dolmabahçe Palace, the Maiden’s Tower, the Fortress of Europe, and the Fortress of Asia.

Gallipoli

Many groups spend time en route from Istanbul to Troy exploring Gallipoli and the landing beaches and trenches of the Allied assault of 1915. Gallipoli derives its name from the Greek Kallipolis meaning “Beautiful City.”

Troy

Students who have read the Iliad can imagine watching the armies of Greece and Troy on the plain below as they stand where Helen stood on the battlements. See Schliemann’s excavation scars on the landscape and puzzle over the periods of settlement that have been revealed. Our groups combine Troy with a visit to Pergamum en route to Kusadasi from Gallipoli.

Pergamum

A spectacular hilltop site with impressive ruins, and an ideal visit en route to Kusadasi. The reconstruction of the temple of Trajan shows the importance of the Imperial cult. In addition, the Sanctuary of Asklepios has intriguing remains of the healing complex as well as a theatre to explore.

Kusadasi

An attractive city base for groups after a short stay in Istanbul, ideal for visiting Ephesus, Aphrodisias and other famous sites. There are many fascinating less well-known ancient cities also within easy reach, such as Nysa and Magnesia.

Ephesus

A graphic illustration of the power of Rome and the wealth of Asia Minor – all its public buildings were made of marble and even its streets were paved with it. Examine the amazing detail of the Library of Celsus and see the site of The Temple of Artemis, one of the original Seven Wonders of the World.

Aphrodisias

Visit the famous Temple of Aphrodite, who the city was named after, which formed the centre of the city and the huge stadium, used during the Roman period for athletic competitions and festivals. Other highlights include the excavated theatre, a magnificent gateway, a huge Roman agora, a museum and a beautifully preserved Bouleuterion. An ideal stop en route to Pamukkale from Kusadasi.

Pamukkale

Students can visit the famous hot springs with their brilliant white limestone basins – a world heritage site and one of the most renowned tourist sites in Turkey. The approach road passes through the tombs of ancient Hierapolis with its impressive theatre.

Hierapolis

Hierapolis (‘holy city’) was the ancient city on top of the famous Pamukkale hot springs and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Examine its host of ruins including an impressive theatre with a seating capacity of 15,000. Many groups choose to return to Kusadasi before flying back to Istanbul.

Below, you'll find some of our most popular accommodation options for school groups.

This is just a sample of our full range, so for full details of all properties available, please call 0845 688 8988 to speak to one of our Educational Travel Advisors today.

Grand Onder Hotel

A good standard property which is the equivalent of other superior 4* hotels in the city. Recently renovated, it offers a good standard of accommodation and has plenty of on site facilities to ensure your stay there is a comfortable one. The staff are very helpful.

Grand Onder Hotel

A good standard hotel which will be suitable for adult groups, as well as students. The hotel offers a good location with easy access to the main sights of the city.

Address Refik Saydam Street 37 Tepebasi 34430 View map of location	Local Rating 4*
	Capacity 80 rooms, 170 beds

Location Information

City centre

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Accommodation Facilities

• 24 hour Reception
• Lobby area
• 1 lift
• Safety deposit boxes
• Bar
• Restaurant
• Conference room
• Rooftop terrace
• Disabled facilities: This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms for disabled clients.

 Student Rooms

• 2-3 bedded rooms
• En-suite facilities
• Telephone
• Air conditioning / central heating
• Wi-Fi
• TV
• Fridge
• Hairdryer
• Towels and toiletries

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/Singles
• En-suite facilities
• Telephone
• Air conditioning / central heating
• Wi-Fi
• TV
• Fridge
• Hairdryer
• Towels and toiletries

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Green Anka Hotel

A good standard property which is the equivalent of other superior 3* hotels in the city. Recently renovated, it offers a good standard of accommodation and has plenty of on site facilities to ensure your stay there is a comfortable one. The staff are very helpful.

Green Anka Hotel

A good standard hotel which will be suitable for adult groups, as well as students. The hotel offers a good location with easy access to the main sights of the city.

Address Millet Caddesi Findikzade Sok.No:4 FINDIKZADE View map of location	Local Rating 3* equivalent
	Capacity 48 rooms (approx 110 beds) spread over 6 floors

Location Information

In the Findikzade area of the Old Town part of the city and only a few tram stops (10 minutes) from Sultanahmet which contains the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace. This is mainly a shopping district with some restaurants and shops nearby. Nearest tram stop: Findikzade.

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Download PDF datasheet

Accommodation Facilities

• 24-hour Reception
• Lobby
• Lift
• Safety deposit boxes
• Bar
• Restaurant
• Conference room
• Meeting room
• Rooftop terrace
• Disabled facilities: This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms for disabled clients.

 Student Rooms

• 2-3 bedded rooms
• En suite facilities
• Telephone
• Air conditioning
• Central heating
• Wi-Fi
• TV
• Fridge
• Hairdryer
• Towels

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/Singles
• En suite facilities
• Telephone
• Air conditioning
• Central heating
• Wi-Fi
• TV
• Fridge
• Hairdryer
• Towels

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Akol Hotel

A good standard property which is the equivalent of other superior 4* hotels in the city. Recently renovated, it offers a good standard of accommodation and has plenty of on site facilities to ensure your stay there is a comfortable one. The staff are very helpful.

Akol Hotel

A good standard hotel which will be suitable for adult groups, as well as students. The hotel offers a good location with easy access to the main sights of the city.

Address Kordonboyu Canakkale 07100 View map of location	Local Rating 4*
	Capacity 118 rooms, 280 beds

Location Information

City centre

View map

Download PDF datasheet

Accommodation Facilities

• 24 hour Reception
• Lobby area
• Lift
• Safety deposit boxes
• Bar
• Restaurant
• Conference room
• Meeting room
• Rooftop terrace
• Disabled facilities:  This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms for disabled clients.

 Student Rooms

• 2-3 bedded rooms
• En-suite facilities
• Telephone
• Air conditioning / central heating
• Wi-Fi
• TV
• Fridge
• Hairdryer
• Towels & toiletries

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/Singles
• En-suite facilities
• Telephone
• Air conditioning / central heating
• Wi-Fi
• TV
• Fridge
• Hairdryer
• Towels & toiletries

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Touring Guides

Your group will be accompanied throughout your tour by a local English speaking escort. They will enhance the tour by using their local knowledge to bring Turkey’s history to life and lead the group, enabling you to deliver individual learning.

Free Educational Resources

For a study visit that delivers the curriculum, our Educational Resource Packs developed by our Classics Advisor, Gill Greef, are ideal for use before, during and after your tour.

These A5 booklets focus on the classical relevance of key sites to really enhance your group’s tour and also act as a pre-visit planning aid to make tour preparation easier for you.

Click here to view a sample of our Rome & the Bay of Naples resource pack for Classics & Ancient History groups.