ANZAC Day - Motorcycle Tour Turkey

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Sofia (Bulgaria)
1 stop
1
Sofia
Welcome to Bulgaria, the country where people shake their heads to mean yes and nod for no. You will be collected from Sofia Airport and transferred to your hotel in the capital city.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Sofia (BG) – Edirne (TR) - Tekirdag
1 stop
2
Start your motorbike adventure by riding to Edirne. Founded by the roman Emperor Hadrian, the place used to be called Adrianople back in the days.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Tekirdag – Gallipoli – Anzac Cove – Canakkale
1 stop
3
Anzac Cove
Ride along Marmara Sea to Anzac Cove - a small cove on the Gallipoli peninsula, the site of World War I landing of the ANZACs. The beach became the main base for the Australian and NZ troops during the Gallipoli campaign.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Chanakale – Troy – Foca – Izmir
2 stops
4
Troy (Truva)
The wooden horse used in the movie Troy is on display in Canakkale, but we are off to visit the real archaeological site of Troy – UNESCO World Heritage. Troy, with its 4,000 years of history, is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
5
Attend the ANZAC Day Dawn Service - representatives from the Australian Defence Force read excerpts from the letters and diaries of Australians who have experienced war first-hand.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Izmir – Selcuk (Ephesus) - Didim
1 stop
6
Ancient City of Ephesus
Morning ride to the Ancient City of Ephesus. Great monuments of the Roman Imperial period including the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre can be found here. Remains of the famous Temple of Artemis, one of the “Seven Wonders of the World” attracts visitors all over the World.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Day 6
Didim – Fethiye
1 stop
7
Ancient Rock Tombes
Cross Sakar Pass on your way to Amyntas Rock Tombs in Fethiye on the Aegean Sea. The ancient kings rock tombs are carved in the mountain wall at ancient Telmessos, Lycia.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Day 7
Fethyie – Side
1 stop
8
Ride to the famous Apollon Temple in Side on the Mediterranean Sea Coast. The ancient city is situated on a small charming peninsula featuring an ancient Greek theatre and other archaeological sites.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
Side – Konya – Goreme, Cappadocia
2 stops
9
Konya
The city of Konya is the city of the famous Whirling Dervishes. Visit Mevlana Museum.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
10
Cappadocia
Cappadocia - a region with exceptional natural wonders, characterized by fairy chimneys and a unique historical and cultural heritage.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Goreme, Cappadocia
2 stops
11
Hot Air Balloon Cappadocia
Seeing the region from above during a hot Air Balloon Ride will surely impress you.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
12
Kaymakli Underground City
If you fear the heights, you can go underground - visit the troglodyte cave-cities. There are 36 underground cities in Cappadocia and the widest one is Kaymakli underground city.
40 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Day 10
Goreme - Ankara
2 stops
13
Ankara
Ride to Ankara, Turkey's second largest city after Istanbul. Ankara became the new Turkish capital upon the establishment of the Republic on 1923.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
14
Anitkabir
Anıtkabir, the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk in Ankara, is visited by large crowds every year during national holidays.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 11
Ankara – Inebolu – Doganyurt
1 stop
15
Turkish Black Sea Coast
From the Central Anatolia to the Black Sea. Ride the twists and turns of the black sea coast to the fishermen city of Doganyurt. The ride will reward you with incredible riding and fantastic views.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 12
Doganyurt – Amasra – Eregli
1 stop
16
Turkish Black Sea Coast
Continue with the Dragon Road of the Black Sea Coast to Amasra. Hundreds of road bends and tunnels will spice up the ride.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 13
Eregli – Sile – Istanbul
2 stops
17
The city of Sile is famous for its beautiful views over the Black Sea and its old lighthouse. The fish market next to the castle walls is a fabulous experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
18
Bosphorus Strait
cross the famous Bosphorus Strait to the Old Town of Istanbul.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 14
Istanbul
3 stops
19
Istanbul
Enjoy a rest day in one of the greatest cities in the World - Istanbul. Istanbul is a fascinating city built on two continents and divided by Bosphorus Strait.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
20
Blue Mosque
visit one of the biggest and most beautiful Mosques in Istanbul.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
21
TopkapI Palace
You can visit Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sofia Mosque or enjoy a boat ride.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Day 15
Istanbul (TR) – Burgas (BG)
1 stop
22
Continue your journey back to Bulgaria. Ride the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 16
Burgas - Sofia
1 stop
23
Sofia
Morning ride to Sofia. Arrival at about 02:00 PM. Transfer to the Airport for your flight back home or add an extra night to your trip.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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