Tour Name: Shoestring Silk Trail Tour Package PTT15
Tour Duration: 11 Days Bus Tour
Tour Departs: Every Wednesday and Saturday from Kusadasi.
Guaranteed Departure: This tour is a Guaranteed Departure tour.. This means that it will depart regardless of how many people are booked on to it.

DAY 1 / Kusadasi
Welcome to Turkey!. Depending upon your arrival time today, you could absorb yourself in history with an optional tour of one of the seven ancient wonders of the world, the site of the Temple of Artemis and the best-preserved ancient city in Turkey, Ephesus. Maybe paddle in the natural calcium formations known as travertines of Pamukkale and visit the ancient spa town of Hierapolis or simply spend the day relaxing on an Aegean Beach. Overnight Kusadasi.

DAY 2 / Kusadasi to Koycegiz
This morning we check out some local Turkish handicrafts before heading to Koycegiz where you have the option of taking a late night boat cruise on Lake Koycegiz and experience the therapeutic properties of the mud and thermal baths. Overnight Koycegiz (Includes Breakfast).

DAY 3 / Koycegiz to Fethiye via Saklikent Gorge
After a short drive this morning, you will have the chance to see how Turkish carpets are made by hand and find out what determines their value. Then experience one of Turkey's highlights as we trek up Saklikent Gorge or go tubing on the slightly chilly current of water rushing out of it. Overnight Fethiye (Includes Breakfast).

DAY 4 / Fethiye
Today you have the option to relax on a day cruise around the 12 Islands of Fethiye, go paragliding or maybe chill out on a nearby beach, the choice is yours. Overnight Fethiye (B) *** If you choose the Shoestring option with Gulet, then today you will board your traditional handmade Gulet and cruise your way through to Day 7 in Olympos.

DAY 5 / Kas to Olympos Treehousesbr /> We drive along the Turquoise coast today, stopping for a swim at the spectacular Kaputas beach and then a lunch stop in Kas, traditionally a small Turkish fishing village. Take a stroll around the town before heading to the world famous tree houses of Olympos. Overnight Olympos (Includes Breakfast and Dinner).

DAY 6 / Olympos
Time for some relaxation, you can do nothing but chill out and meet new people or you could try a host of adventure activities on offer - rock climbing, diving and canyoning just to name a few. Don't miss out on your chance to see the natural phenomenon of the mythical flames of Chimera.. Overnight Olympos (Includes Breakfast and Dinner).

DAY 7 / Olympos
Another day for choices, with so many options you will be wishing you could stay for a week. Overnight Olympos (Includes Breakfast and Dinner).

DAY 8 / Olympos to Cappadocia
Early morning we head out to follow an ancient silk trade route across the Anatolian Plain, on the way you will have the opportunity to visit the Mevlana Museum in Konya and then the Sultanhani Caravansary just as the ancient traders did.. Overnight Cappadocia (Includes Breakfast).

DAY 9 / Cappadocia
This morning you have the option of taking a hot-air balloon ride in a region famed for being one of the best places in the world for ballooning. You will be back in plenty of time for the optional tour to check out the carved cave villages, underground cities and spectacular fairy chimney formations. Overnight Cappadocia (Includes Breakfast).

DAY 10 / Cappadocia
Today you are free to explore the wonders of Cappadocia at your own pace. Tonight, do not miss the optional Turkish Folklore evening, which includes nearly 3 hrs of entertainment and all the food and drink you can handle!. Overnight Cappadocia (Includes Breakfast).

DAY 11 / Cappadocia to Istanbul via Ankara
Early morning start today as we head back to Istanbul, via Ankara, the nation's Capital. You will have time to visit the mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk and discover what happened to the Turkish nation after the ANZAC's left.. Upon arrival to Istanbul your tour concludes and sadly it is time to say good bye to new friends...

Please note, This fully optional tour travels the famous bus circuit (stopping at the most popular places). However if you prefer longer in any place you can simply hop off the tour and then hop on the next bus tour coming through. Please contact us after booking and a minimum of 7 days before departure for tour amendment requests.

Tour Includes;
- English speaking Tour Leader on the bus giving you a wealth of super interesting and useful info. .
- All optional tours are conducted by English speaking professional tour guide.
- Transportation in a fully air-conditioned and non-smoking bus.
- 10 nights budget shared accommodation in total..
- 3 nights in Cappadocia.
- 2 nights in Fethiye.
- 1 night in Koycegiz.
- 1 night in Kusadasi.
- 3 nights in Olympos (Gulet option includes 7 nights shared budget accommodation and 3 nights cabin share accommodation).
- 10 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners (Gulet option includes 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners)..

Tour NOT Includes;
- Tips and Personal Expenses.
- Drinks and Beverages.
- Suggested optional activities.
- Outbound airport transfer.
- International Flights.