VOICEAT10 REFLECTIONS of THE WEST ANATOLIAN - 03 / 8 DAYS / İZMİR-USAK-ISPARTA-FETHIYE-DALYAN-KUSADASI
ITINARERY
1.DAY : ARRIVAL TO ADB AIR PORT İZMİR -TRANSFER TO THE HOTEL İN İZMİR 20 KM
2.DAY : İZMİR-THE ANCIENT CITY OF SARDES-KULA OLD HOUSES KULADOCCIA-USAK 230 KM
3.DAY : USAK-ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM- ULUBEY CANYON-BLAUNDUS ANCIENT CITY - ISPARTA 230 KM
4.DAY : ISPARTA-THE ANCIENT CITY OF SAGALASSOS -SALDA LAKE -FETHIYE 350 KM
5.DAY : FETHIYE-TLOS-SAKLIKENT-YAKAPARK-ÖLÜDENİZ-DALYAN 180 KM
6.DAY : DALYAN(MUD BATHS-KAUNOS ANCIENT CITY-IZTUZU BEACH)-DALYAN 20 KM
7.DAY : DALYAN- THE ANCIENT CITY OF STRATONIKEIA AND LAGINA-KUSADASI 300 KM
8.DAY : TRANSFER TO İZMİR-ADB AIRPORT 20 KM
TOTAL : 1350 KM
TRANSFER TO THE HOTELS IN IZMIR 20 KM
Upon your arrival into Izmir International airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in İzmir Overnight in İzmir (Breakfast and Dinner)
İZMİR-THE ANCIENT CITY OF SARDES-KULA OLD HOUSES- KULADOCCIA- USAK 230 KM
Today you drive to the ancient city of Sardes or which is called Sardis by Lydians, was the capital of a state with major economic and political power in the 6th and 7th centuries BC .The ancient city of Sardis contains many historical values from Lydians and Romans, under the rule of which it has gotten after Lydians.
The Temple of Artemis, one of Anatolia's seven temples and Sardis Synagogue, which one of the most impotant evidences of the Jewish presence in Western Anatolia in ancient times, which are located in historical conservation area are quite prominent and unique cultural artifacts in respect of ruins of Bath-Gymnasium Complex of the Roman period.
Many typical mausoleums of the ancient age, which are called tumulus and located in Bintepeler territory near Sart which is thought to be the acropolis of Sardis Ancient City, are in this region as an ancient memory of the rich and glorious history of Lydians
Then you continue to Kula ,you’ll visit the old Houses of Kula .
Kula houses are structures in the form of the houses called Turkish Houses that can be seen in many regions which have been under the rule of the Ottoman Empire in the 18th century. They constitute a rich example of Ottoman architecture and decorative arts with architectural arrangements in terms of planning, structure and aesthetic arrangement with the use of techniques such as wood, plaster and pencil works. Kula houses, which are products of an Ottoman architectural tradition that has continued in the 19th century as well, carry the typical Ottoman urban pattern to our day quite successfully.
Then you see Kuladoccia , Volcanic Geopark.This Area was accepted and certificated by UNESCO on 6 September 2013 at 37th UNESCO general conference in Naples. So that Kula Volcanic Geopark joined UNESCO Global Geopark Network. Also this patent became the first geopark of Turkey, 58th geopark in Europe, and 96th geopark in the world.
End of the day you arrive to the hotel in Usak
USAK-ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM- ULUBEY CANYON-BLAUNDUS ANCIENT CITY-ISPARTA 230 KM
Morning you will start to visit the Archaeological Museum of Uşak, where the famous Lydian, or Karun, Treasure has finally come to rest. More than 350 pieces from the tomb of a wealthy 7th-century BC Lydian, possibly King Croesus himself (Karun is Persian for Croesus )
After the visit of the Arcaeological Museum of Usak drive to Ulubey Nature Park and Ulubey Canyon.
The canyon is the second longest in the world after the Grand Canyon in the United States. The park provides suitable habitat for many species of animals and plants and is being developed as a centre for ecotourism.
In 2015, a 135 m2 (1,450 sq ft) glass-floor observation deck in the form of a ship bow, constructed 131 m (430 ft) above the canyon floor, and a cafeteria were opened for tourism purposes.You will have Lunch in this Area
Then you will arrive to the Blaundus ancient city .
Blaundus was a Roman episcopal city in Asia Minor, presently Anatolia (Asian Turkey), and is now a Latin Catholic titular bishopric. The ancient city left ruins at Sülümenli , near Ulubey in Uşak Province of modern Turkey. It was in the Roman province of Lydia.
You’ll have lunch at the local restaurant
End of the tour you arrive to the hotel in Isparta
ISPARTA-THE ANCIENT CITY OF SAGALASSOS -SALDA LAKE -FETHIYE 350 KM
Today you visit first the magnificent city of Sagalassos of the Pisidians located at 9000 feet, one of the highest Roman grand cities. The recent excavations have shed light onto some breathtaking colossal sculptures (not visible) and well preserved buildings such as the state agora, fountains, theater, baths, heroon and temples.
Then you’ll see beautiful Salda Lake, which is known as Turkey's Maldives. Salda lake which has the cleanest lake of Turkey is also one of the deepest lakes (184 meters) in Turkey, its natural beauty has been able to protect until today. The nature park of Salda lake has a wonderful combination with white-sanded beach, pine and juniper-covered forests and clear sky blue. The white sands that make Salda lake so attractive resemble the Maldives. Because of that is known as the Maldives in Turkey. You will have the opportunity to walk on the sandy beach and swimm (depending on weather conditions) and have Lunch on the coast of Salda Lake.
You’ll have lunch at the local restaurant
Then you drive to Fethiye
FETHIYE-TLOS-SAKLIKENT-YAKAPARK-ÖLÜDENİZ-DALYAN 180 KM
Today ,you’ll start to visit the ancient city of Tlos.
The ancient city of Tlos is the Unesco World Heritage Temporary List and is one of the oldest settlements in the geography known as the Lycia Regşon.the acropolis at the entrance of the ancient city ,which is recorded as Dlawa in hittite documents in the 14th century BC and as Tlawa in the Lycian inscriptions,greatly impresses those who see it with its dominant appearance.
At the foot of the acropolis are several rows of seats ,stadiums,baths,theaters and remains of churges.The most important structure of Tlos standing is its theater.However,the stadium is also of great importance.Tlos is also known as the sports city of Lycia.Tlos is the shining star of the region in terms of archeology,culture ,religion and economy in the historical process.It bears the traces of the settlement that continued uninterruptedly from the Neolitic period to the Iron Age.Even in the written sourches of the Hittites,(Anal,Annual) Tlos is mentioned as the country.Tlos , an important center in terms of Christian history,is one of the most important episcopal centers of Lycia.This religious significance continued until the 12th century.
After the visit of the ancient city of Tlos ,you’ll drive to Saklıkent Canyon and national park.
Saklıkent Canyon,located on the Antalya border of Seydikemer district,is a natural wonder tourism center in the literal sense of the word.It is estimated that the canyon was formed by geological cracking thousands of years ago.The length of the canyon is about 18 km and its height varies between 200 and 600 meters.At some points ,it is almost impossible to see the sky from here,as the range of rocks narrows to 2 meters.At Saklıkent Canyon,you are first greeted by Eşen Stream flowing with a wonderful glow.By walking on the wooden ladder laid on the iron pier ,you reach the immaculate spring gustin from under the rocks .
You’ll have lunch at ‘’YAKAPARK ‘’
Then you’ll visit ‘’Ölüdeniz’’, named the “dead sea” in Turkish due to its calmness, Ölüdeniz is one of Turkey’s most popular – and overwhelmingly most frequently photographed – beaches, thanks to its spectacular setting along a gorgeous blue lagoon.
Beachgoers flock to two separate areas here: a long, wide strip of open beach facing the Mediterranean, known as Belcekız; and the more sheltered shoreline of the Blue Lagoon, which is inside the boundaries of a protected natural park (entrance fee) and has a dramatic backdrop of mountain scenery behind it – Babadağ, one of Turkey’s top destinations for paragliding.
End of the tour you’ll drive to the hotel in Dalyan
DALYAN(MUD BATHS-KAUNOS ANCIENT CITY-IZTUZU BEACH) - DALYAN 20 KM
Today you’ll visit first by boat Dalyan mud bath .Mud bath is said to be good for rheumatism, lower back pain, and sciatica. Also, sulfur in the mud bath is effective against the wrinkles and stretching your skin. For this reason, Dalyan mud bath, beauty mud or beauty bath is also called. According to the rumors, the Egyptian queen Cleopatra also made a mud bath in Dalyan and even owed its beauty to these baths.
After entering the facility, you enter the pool where there are natural muds. After entering the pool because of the amount of sulfur inside the pool, it’s beginning to smell like rotten eggs. By removing some amount of mud from the bottom, such as cream, you should not leave a gap on you. After you have found your place in the mud, including your face, you should rest yourself in the sun for a while, you should let the mud dry on.
You feel that your muddy body you are releasing to the sun begins to stretch slowly. After about 30 to 40 minutes, you arrive at the shower room where you can reach the staircase and take a shower under the flowing cold water. After being washed thoroughly, enter the pool where the thermal water pool is located. Thermal water having a temperature of 39 degrees; having sulfur, fluoride and radioactive gases. Therefore, thermal waters; from rheumatism to nervous diseases, joint and lime disorders, kidney diseases are said to be good for many diseases.
After the visit of mud baths ,you’ll continue by boat to visit ‘’ the hidden paradise Dalyan ‘’ . You arrive 20 minutes to the ancient city of Kaunos.
Ancient City of Kaunos near Dalyan, Turkey is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the area. Kaunos was an ancient city founded in the 9th century BC, and it was quite important by 400 BC. It was located on the border between Lycia and Caria, and the city's culture had characteristics of both empires. The city was once an important trading post on the sea, though today it is set back a few miles from the sea since the coastline has moved over the centuries. The receding coastline, attacks from various tribes, and a malaria epidemic led to the decline of Kaunos, and the city was abandoned by the 15th century. The ruins include a well preserved theater, parts of the old city walls, and an acropolis. There's also a basilica, Roman baths, two Hellenistic temples and four Roman temples. From the acropolis, you can enjoy a gorgeous view of the ancient city. The theater could hold 5,000 people and is still occasionally used for events. Nearby you can also see Lycian tombs in the rocks above the Dalyan River.
End of the visit of the ancient city Kaunos you’ll have Lunch by the river at the local restaurant and continue by boat to the İztuzu beach
This begins extending vertically from the bottom of the mountain to the sea, yellow sand beach of Dalyan Delta, which close the mouth of gold and thin. The crystal clear sea İztuzu which Sigma has a coastal beaches, velvety taste are left under your feet as you walk.
İztuzu beach is a 4.5 km long Mediterranean beach near Dalyan town of Ortaca district of Muğla Province. The beach is one of the rare beaches between sea water and fresh water. The beach is also called "Turtle Beach" because Caretta caretta lay their eggs. The areas where the eggs are marked are regularly marked so as not to damage the eggs by the swimmers on the beach. According to the decision taken in 1988, the beach is closed between 20:00-08:00 in order not to disturb the turtles and it is forbidden to make noise or light around it. There is also a treatment center on the beach where injured turtles are treated.
End of the visit ,you’ll drive to the hotel in Dalyan
DALYAN- THE ANCIENT CITY OF STRATONIKEIA AND LAGINA-KUSADASI 300 KM
Today you’ll visit first the Ancient city of Stratonikeia, the city of retired gladiators, a member of UNESCO World Heritage Tentative Lists.
Stratonikeia Ancient City, located in Eskihisar neighborhood of Yatağan, on the roadside at the 7th km of Yatağan – Milas highway. In the ancient city of Stratonikeia, the remains of nearly 3 thousand years whole have preserved with the settlement texture since ancient times. A Hellenistic parliament building and an Ottoman-era mansion stand on both sides of the stone paved road. All of the ancient buildings can reached by stone paved roads of the Ottoman and Republican eras. Apart from the ancient period temples and churches, mosques, bath buildings from the Roman and Principalities, fountains from different periods, and roads from the Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman and Republic periods, as well as village squares from the Ottoman and Republic periods were taken under protection in the ancient city. In this respect, Stratonikeia has a different settlement and urban texture.
After the visit of the ancient city of Stratonikeia,you are going to visit the sanctuary of Stratonikeia named as ‘’Lagina Hekate’’
The sacred area of Lagina ,which is an important cult center of Carians ,is the religious center,and Stratonikeia,which is 11 km away from here,is the political center of the region.
As we learn from the inscriptions still present Lagina and on the walls of Stratonikeia bouleuterion,these two cities are connected to each other by a sacred road.
You’ll have lunch at the local restaurant on the way to Kusadası
End of the day you arrive to the hotel in Kusadası
TRANSFER TO ADB IZMIR AIR PORT 20 KM
Transfer to the Aırport of ADB İzmir depending on the flight time.
THE GUIDE MAY CHANGE THE ROUTE FOR THE VENUES
THE CAPACITY OF THE TOUR MIN 8 PAX MAXIMUM
MUSEUM CLOSED ON MONDAYS İN TURKEY
For Children, those younger than 4 year old are free of charge, between 5 and 9 year old are charged with the half price, children beginning from 10 year/old are charged with the adult price. Therefore, please inform us about the children’s ages.
Children need to have ID card or Passport for visiting ancient ciities and museums.
Important
• There is no shop visit and shopping in the content of the tour.If the whole group demands and confirm and there is enough time ,the shop can be visited
• Comfortable walking shoes, comfortable clothing, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellents are recommended. Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid accidents.
• Guests must be able to walk approximately 0.5 miles over uneven and cobblestone surfaces in ruins.
• Temperatures can reach extreme highs during summer months; We recommend that you have a lot of water and use suitable sunscream while on the tour.
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