DAY 1 ARRIVAL (22nd December)
The tour group meets in the hotel for an introduction evening and welcome cocktail depending on arrival times. (Dinner)

DAY 2 KAYAKÖY / ST NICHOLAS ISLAND (23rd December)
 Today we explore Kayaköy, the abandoned Greek settlement founded in the 14th Century. Originally the Lycian city of Karmylassos, the village was re-established by Greek settlers as Levissi in the 14th century. The 3,500 abandoned houses blanketing the slopes date to the 19th century and are an awe inspiring sight. After lunch, a forest drive takes us to the beautiful Gemiler beach, surrounded by pine and olive trees. From here we go to

St Nicholas Island with its ruins of a Byzantine monastery - St Nicholas was once resident. A swimming opportunity among the submerged ruins before returning to the hotel for dinner and overnight. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 3 DEMRE (24th December)

To get into the Christmas mood we take a stunning Mediterranean coastal drive, via the once fishing villages of Kalkan and Kaş, to Demre – the village where St Nicholas spent his last days. Visit the Basilica of Saint Nicholas, dedicated to the 4th- Century bishop. In the cliff faces overlooking Demre is the spectacular ancient city of Myra. Here our guide will point out the many significant rock tombs. Return to our hotel for dinner and overnight. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 4 CHRISTMAS DAY (25th December)
Merry Christmas! Celebrate Christmas at the Sea Breeze Apart Hotel.  Enjoy a light breakfast and relax in the morning. In the afternoon a sumptuous traditional Christmas banquet lunch is served and entertainment is provided throughout the afternoon. Late afternoon will be a perfect time to take a Christmas Day nap before a light buffet dinner with entertainment. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 5 BOXING DAY (26th December)
Free morning to recover from Christmas celebrations. Step into Louis de Berniere’s ‘Birds Without Wings’ country on a late afternoon walk from Kayaköy to Ölüdeniz. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 6 LYCIAN WAY (27th December)

This morning we drive to the village of Kozağaç at the base of Baba Dağ Mountain where we commence our trek via shepherd tracks. We follow the ancient Lycian Way with the blue Mediterranean on one side and magnificent Taurus Mountains on the other.  A picnic lunch enroute ensures a relaxed return to the hotel on foot. Time for a hot scrub & massage in the Turkish Bath or ‘Hamam’ (extra & optional) – an authentic, not to be missed experience. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

DAY 7 CADIANDA & FETHİYE OLD TOWN (28th December)

Today we visit the quaint villages of İncirköy and Üzümlü to see some traditional wooden housing before a visit to the ancient site of Cadianda, with its impressive views from the city walls. Return to Fethiye where we visit the old city (Paspatur) for some shopping and see the Amyntas Lycian rock tombs overlooking the city. This evening we have our farewell dinner at our hotel.  (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 8 RETURN FLIGHTS (29th December)

Transfer to Dalaman airport or stay on for optional 2nd week. (Breakfast)

OPTIONAL 2ND WEEK :  ( B&B basis plus New Years Eve dinner & entertainment)

Enjoy a second week in the Fethiye area with many excursions and activities on offer including Ephesus & Pamukkale tour, Dalyan tour, horse riding, quad biking, day walks.

New Years Eve will be lavishly celebrated at Sea Breeze’s Palms Restaurant with entertainment, fireworks & lots of partying.

Tour Notes:

  • All drinks are extra.
  • All hotel facilities are free  except Turkish Bath & massage.
  • Board status as per itinerary.
  • Please bring : raincoat, sturdy walking shoes, small day pack, warm clothes, swimming gear incl. beach towel.
  • Accommodation at Sea Breeze Apart Hotel see www.seabreezeapart.com

CHRISTMAS TOUR – PRICES

TOUR DATE

Price Per Person

Optional Extra Week

22 December 2006*

£285.00

£109.00

*Departure & Arrival dates are flexible

Single supplement £50pp per week

PRICE INCLUDES:

  • All accommodation.

  • Meals as per itinerary, 3 course dinners (drinks extra).

  • Return Dalaman airport transfers.

  • Christmas Day meals and entertainment (all drinks extra).

  • New Years Eve dinner and entertainment (all drinks extra)

  • Representative service.

  • Professional guide on all tours.

  • All entrance fees.

  • Prices are on a twin-share basis and include full programme based on above itinerary (flights excluded).

  • Optional Extra Week programme is on a B&B basis only – activities and tours are optional.

For bookings call: Buzz Holidays UK +44 (0)161 449 5228

 


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