Istanbul’s most famous landmark, the Blue Mosque, was built between 1609-1616 by Sultan Ahmet the First, and is one of only two Turkish mosques with six minarets.

Over thousands of years, the action of water has created a series of immense limestone terraces and plateaux, frozen in time. The hot running water in this area has been revered since the time of the Romans for its medicinal qualities.

Excavations at the famous archaeological site of Troy have revealed the ruins of nine cities built on the same site from the 13th century BC onwards. A replica of the famous Wooden Horse stands on the site.

On an optional excursion, view the incredible rock formations of this unique region. Stops will be made for you to take photographs of this remarkable eroded volcanic landscape, including an opportunity to see the famous ‘Camel Rock’, shaped like a camel.

The city of Antalya is situated on the shores of a broad bay, flanked by the Torros Mountains, with their thick pine forests, and by orange groves. Founded by Attalus II of Pergamon in the 2nd century BC, Antalya was subsequently occupied by the Romans, Byzantines and the Selçuks.