Greek Mythology In Anatolia

The day will begin with breakfast, followed by a visit to the Asian part of Chalcedony. From there, we will witness ancient Constantinople and take a walk along the Bosphorus, where we can enjoy the love story between Zeus and Io. We will also visit the Spice Bazaar. Afterwards, we will return to our hotel for accommodation. Meal: Breakfast

The day will begin with breakfast, followed by departure for Troy through the narrow Hellespont, also known as the "Sea of Helen" in classical Greece. According to Greek mythology, this is the place where Helen fell while fleeing with her brother Phrixus on the back of the ram with the golden fleece. The name Dardanelles derives from Dardanus, who was the son of Zeus and Electra. We will then visit the ancient city of Troy, which is known as the setting for Homer's Iliad and Odyssey. Additionally, we will provide commentary on Priapus. Overnight accommodation will be in Çanakkale. Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, we will depart for Kuşadası, stopping along the way to visit Pergamum. At the acropolis, we will be able to see the preserved temples of Zeus, Demeter, and Athena. We will also visit Asclepion, a sanctuary dedicated to the god of health, Asclepius, who is often depicted holding a cane and surrounded by a snake. Asclepius is the son of Apollo, and his daughter Hygia is considered the first nurse. We will also do a panoramic tour in İzmir before arriving at our accommodation in Kuşadası. Meals: Breakfast, dinner.

After breakfast, we will depart for Pamukkale and make a stop at the House of the Virgin Mary, a Catholic and Muslim shrine located on Mt. Koressos. Afterward, we will visit the ruins of Ephesus, an ancient Greek city that played a significant role in the Roman Empire. During our visit, we will discuss the Amazons, a legendary tribe of female warriors, and the history of the Curetes, who were considered guardians of infant Zeus. We will also explore the ruins of Arvalya, where festivals dedicated to Artemis, the Greek goddess of the hunt, were held. We will stay overnight in Pamukkale. Meals: Breakfast, dinner.

The day's itinerary begins with breakfast at the hotel and departure to Fethiye. En route, we will visit Pamukkale, where we will not only make the classic visit but also learn about the stories behind the place according to mythology. These stories include that of an ugly girl who wanted to commit suicide but was saved by a prince, as well as the story of the love between a surrendered shepherd and the goddess Selena. Afterwards, we will proceed to the accommodation in the ancient city of Aphrodite in Fethiye. The meals provided for the day will include breakfast. Meals: Breakfast

The day's itinerary will begin with breakfast at the hotel and departure to Antalya, where we will visit the ruins of Patara. It is noteworthy that Saint Nicholas, popularly known as Santa Claus, was born in this place. Additionally, Patara is also the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, the twins of Zeus and Leto. Artemis, who was born a day before her brother, assisted her mother during childbirth and, as a result, decided to remain a virgin. Following our visit to Patara, we will proceed to Mount Olympus, which is the mount of the mythological gods. This location is characterized by continuous methane emissions, and the uninterrupted flames that emerge from the rocks were used in the Olympic games. The day will conclude with accommodation in Antalya. Meals: Breakfast

The itinerary for the day will commence with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a visit to the Archaeological Museum of Antalya, with a particular emphasis on viewing the statue of Hercules. Following the museum visit, we will transfer to the airport to catch a flight to Istanbul and spend the night in the Turkish metropolis. Meals:Breakfast

Our day starts with a hefty breakfast, followed by a free day to explore and enjoy Istanbul. Meal: Breakfast

After breakfast you will be transferred to the Istanbul International Airport for your final departure. Meal: Breakfast