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THIS IS WHERE YOU WILL FIND HIGH QUALITY TAILOR-MADE, PRIVATE AND PERSONALISED TRAVEL OPTIONS TO FULFILL YOUR INDIVIDUAL TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR HOLIDAY IN TURKEY

   MATIANA as a tour operator and Travel planner in Turkey, our expertise is creating and arranging tailor-made programs and itineraries to suit each guest's particular travel requirements in Turkey.

   We do, however, also have a number of very pleasant and comprehensive private tour programs that have known great success, and consequently become very popular through the years. You may choose any one of these tours that you like. You will find a selection of some sample tours listed below. These tours can be run anytime of the year and can be modified to meet your personal taste and need, to assure your full satisfaction for your travel in Turkey.

   However, this website also enables you to self-design your holiday as suits your personal requirements, and provides you the total cost of your selection.

    Our “self–design-your-holiday” service is based on a modular basis. Each module covers the city area of your choice and enables you to design and book your holiday requirement, regarding; Accommodation, Sightseeing tours, activities, domestic flights & transportation. Each module consists of six steps.

     Click here to “self–design-your-holiday” or please have a look sample tours listed below.

Please remember that for any information, assistance and clarification and for any other item regarding your travel plans, you may contact us any time, and we shall provide you with necessary suggestions and advice.
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Sample tours for travel TURKEY

**Cultural tours**
"Colours Of Turkey" Cultural tour in Turkey (13 Days - 12 Nights) Istanbul - Ankara - Cappadocia - Antalya - Pamukkale - Selcuk - Ephesos - Canakkale - Istanbul This spectacular cultural tour has been especially designed to experience the history, culture, diversity and color of the people of Turkey. Enjoy the mystic palaces of the Sultans, bazaars and mosques of Istanbul and the rock-hewn churches of Cappadocia. Visit magnificent ancient sites from the Roman, Christian and Islamic eras. View the sun-drenched waters of Mediterranean coast and journey through the battlefields of Gallipoli, experiencing the warmth and hospitality of the Turkish people. "Riches of the Silk Road" Cultural tour in Turkey (13 Days - 12 Nights) Istanbul - Safranbolu - Amasya - Cappadocia - Konya - Kutahya - Bursa - Istanbul Turkey, the cradle of civilization for thousands of years, is home to the famous ancient trade routes of the Silk Road. Camel caravans, artisans and traders have journeyed across this beautiful land from the Orient to Europe bringing with them a fascinating blend of civilizations. This unique crossroads is exemplified by the art, folklore architecture and traditions of the people of Turkey. Retrace these ancient trade routes; enjoy the magnificent palaces, churches and caravanserai and marvel at the excellent range of arts and traditional crafts that Turkey has brought to perfection over the centuries. all in all, this c onstitutes a wonderful cultural tour in Turkey. "Ancient Cultures and Civilizations" Cultural tour in Turkey (13 Days - 12 Nights) Istanbul - Cappadocia - Nemrut - Sanliurfa - Antakya - Adana - Istanbul On this cultural tour in Turkey, you explore the timeless region of Southern Turkey with its labyrinth of ancient civilizations and cultures. Rich in Biblical importance, archaeological sites and fascinating ruins, this centuries old land will provide a major insight into the history and peoples of this diverse country. Visit the lunar landscape and rock-hewn churches of Cappadocia, experience the spectacular sunrise at the Nemrut Dagi Mountain with the famous god statues of King Antiochus. Journey south to the ancient city of Sanliurfa, the Old Testament home of the Prophet Abraham, and the beehive homes of Harran, the oldest inhabited settlement in the world. Have meals in traditional villages, visit nomadic camps and enjoy the hospitality and charm that is so unique to Turkish people. “Magical Cappadocia & Istanbul” Cultural tour in Turkey (7 Days / 6 Nights) Istanbul - Cappadocia - Istanbul This very special tour has been created to give you the most of what there is to be seen in Cappadocia, a true wonder of the world, allowing insight to the history, culture, diversity and color of the people of Central Anatolia, as well as the uniquely incredible landscape of this particular region. Then, you shall also have a short but very comprehensive visit to Istanbul, withtout which a trip to Turkey would not be complete “Western Turkey” Cultural tour in Turkey (7 Days / 6 Nights) Istanbul – Çanakkale – Troy – Pergamum – Ku?adas? – Ephesos – Aphrodisias – Pamukkale - Marmaris This is a tour that gives you the most of the world-wide known historical sites and natural sights of Western Turkey, in a relatively short space of time. Since this tour covers an area of the country where the climate is rather mild in the winter, it can be run anytime of the year with little worries about the weather. "Aegean Wanderer" Cultural tour in Turkey (5Days - 4 Nights) Izmir - Pergamon - Kusadasi - Ephesos - Priene - Miletus - Didyma - Bodrum This very special cultural tour in Turkey has been designed to give the most of what there is to be seen around the region of the Aegean Sea, the land of extraordinary beauty and the cradle of many antique and renowned civilisations, in a relatively short space of time.

**Adventure tours**
"Crossroads of Eastern Turkey" Adventure tour in Turkey (20 Days - 19 Nights) Istanbul - Cappadocia - Adana - Antakya - Nemrut - Sanliurfa - Tatvan - Van - Dogubeyazit - Kars - Artvin - Camlihemsin - Trabzon - Istanbul The Eastern Turkey area is one that offers you an exciting mixture of spectacular scenery, magnificent historical sites and a chance to experience the ways of the people of this changing landscape. Over thousands of years; ancient civilizations, cultures and religions as diverse as the mysterious Urartrians, the legions of Rome, the knights of the Crusades and the armies of the Turks from Central Asia have met in this remote area of mountains and plains. Visit the lunar landscape and rock-hewn churches of Cappadocia, experience sunrise at the Nemrut Dagi Mountain with the famous god statues of King Antiochus, and the ancient religious city of Sanliurfa. on this adventure tour in Turkey, continue further east to enjoy the Armenian Church at Van and the ghost city of Ani. Pass through the shadow of Mount Ararat before entering the lush green beauty of the Black Sea. Explore this fascinating region of Eastern Turkey seldom seen by other visitors. “Eastern Turkey & Cappadocia” Adventure tour in Turkey(11 Days / 10 Nights) Istanbul – Van – Ararat – Tatvan – Diyarbakir – Mt. Nemrut – Cappadocia - Istanbul This is an extraordinary tour designed to give you some of the most outstanding essentials of Eastern Turkey, such as the Mt. Ararat, all of the Lake Van area, the Mt. Nemrut and of course of magical Cappadocia, all in a very reasonable space of time indeed. On completing this tour. you will have a very new and different opinion of Turkey and its historical and cultural background "Nemrut Highlights" Adventure tour in Turkey (3 Days - 2 Nights) Cappadocia -Kahramanmaras - Mt. Nemrut - Sanliurfa - Harran - Adana - Cappadocia "Hot air balloon ride" Cappadocia Tour One of the most exciting ways to experience the unique landscape and habitation of Cappadocia is to take a hot air balloon trip over the center of this area. Indeed, this is one of the most exhilarating balloon trips found anywhere in the world. Comfortable, quiet, and serene, this balloon adventure is a wonderful way to see the unique landscape as well as peek into the start of daily lives on the ground.

**Pilgrimage tours**
"Breeze of the Past" Religious tour in Turkey (23 Days - 22 Nights) Istanbul - Bursa - Pergamon - Izmir - Sardes - Ephesos - Selcuk - Pamukkale - Antalya - Adana - Antakya - Sanliurfa - Nemrut - Cappadocia - Konya - Istanbul After intensive team work, we believe in having designed the most exciting tour programme where the most important highlights from the West to the East have been included. The Seven Churches of Revelation, the Journeys of St.Paul, Abraham's birth cave, as well as outstanding Roman, Ottoman & Islamic architecture and ancient civilizations are but part of this religious tour in Turkey. "Journey of Faith" Religious tour in Turkey (15 Days - 14 Nights) Istanbul - Adana - Antakya - Cappadocia - Antalya - Pamukkale -Selcuk - Ayvalik - Istanbul Two thousand years after the birth of Christianity, in the home of the Saints and Apostles. Turkey’s unique cultural, historic and religious heritage provides the backdrop for this journey through of St Paul. The Seven Churches of Revelation. Antioch, the city where St Paul preached his first sermon in a cave church. On this religious tour in Turkey, explore the frescoed; rock cut Churches of Cappadocia, trace St Paul’s “Journey of Faith” across archaeological sites and fascinating ruins, this century old land will provide a major insight into the history and peoples of this diverse country. Visit some Islamic sites as Blue Mosque and enjoy the hospitality and charm that is so unique to Turkish people.

**Special Interest tours**
"Mountain villages - Carpets & Crafts" Cultural tour in Turkey (5 Days - Nights) Cappadocia (Goreme - Tufanbeyli - Kayseri - Aksalur - Uchisar - Taspinar - Sultanhani) A limited version of this cultural tour in Turkey has been running with huge success to weavers, artists, and textile and craft groups for a number of years. The combination of magnificent scenery, the ancient art form of carpets and local crafts, and the extraordinary village people we stay with make this tour an absolute “must” for people who wish to see and participate in real Turkish village life. This tour is limited by numbers and seasons to preserve the spontaneity that is integral to the way of life of Turkish villages and their people. "Rugs, Textiles & Traditions" Rug and textiles tour in Turkey (11 Days - 10 Nights) Istanbul - Bursa - Selcuk - Ephesos - Pamukkale - Egridir - Konya - Cappadocia - Istanbul Rugs, Textiles and Traditions is a highly cultural and educational tour of Turkey, that brings the folk art, history and peoples of Anatolia together in one very unique travel programme. Enjoy first-hand the creations of centuries old crafts and textiles using time honoured methods, amidst spectacular scenery, ancient sites and traditional lifestyles. This really is the ‘magic’ of Turkey

**Leisure tours**
"Turquoise cruise" Cruise in Turkey (8 Days - 7 Nights) Every Saturday, from May through October from Fethiye Fethiye - Marmaris - Fethiye Spoil yourself with a cruise on the beautiful waters of the Turquoise Coast. Relax in your double cabin with a book, or get the feel of barefoot on a lovely wooden deck. Swim in the crystal water surrounded by the peace. Discover ancient history, idyllic sunsets and days of serenity in or around secluded bays and coves on this Cruise inTurkey tour. "Magical cruise" Cruise in Turkey (8 Days - 7 Nights) Every Friday and Saturday, from May through October from Fethiye Fethiye - Kekova - Fethiye Spoil yourself with a cruise in Turkey on the beautiful waters of Magical Coast. Relax in your double cabin with a book, or get the feel of barefoot on a lovely wooden deck. Swim in the crystal water surrounded by historical relicts. Discover ancient towns, beautiful sunsets, secluded bays surrounded by green hills. "Mini cruise" Cruise in Turkey (5 Days - 4 Nights) Option 1: Fethiye to Marmaris Option 2: Marmaris to Fethiye Spoil yourself with a cruise in Turkeyon the beautiful waters of the Turkish Aegean & Mediterranean Coasts. Relax in your double cabin with a book, or get the feel of barefoot on a lovely wooden deck. Swim in the crystal water surrounded by the peace. Discover ancient history, idyllic sunsets and days of serenity in or around secluded bays and coves.

**Gallipoli anzac tours**
"Anzac Day 2004" Anzac day tour in Turkey (8 Days, 5 Days, 3 Days) The Dawn Service at Anzac Cove is an event that will remain in your memory for years to come. It is a truly moving experience to visit the battlefields and cemeteries, and to live the history that is Gallipoli. The names in history books come alive as we explore Anzac Cove, Lone Pine, The Nec and Chanuk Bair. Our Anzac day tours have been especially designed to allow you time to explore Gallipoli before Anzac Day and appreciate the valour of this unique place that has become an integral part of our history and culture. "Memories of the Anzacs" Anzac day tour in Turkey (2Days) The battlefields of Gallipoli hold a special place in the hearts and minds of the nations that fought there. This Anzac tour is highly recommended as an addition to any tour to Turkey. "Gallipoli Highlights" Gallipoli tour (Daily) The battlefields of Gallipoli hold a special place in the hearts and minds of the nations that fought there. This Anzac tour is an addition to any tour to Turkey for travelers that may not have enough time and desire to make a visit to the battlefields

**Istanbul tours**
"Istanbul Highlights" Tour in Istanbul (3 Days - No Accommodation) Istanbul is the unique city in the world, built between the two continents: Europe and Asia. Displaying a perfect blend of the East and West, ancient capital of several Empires. It offers art, history, and a mosaic of cultures to travellers. This three day tour of Istanbul gives you the most of this wonderful city. DailyTours in Istanbul "Historical Sights" Istanbul tour "Bosphorus Cruise" Istanbul tour "Istanbul Metropolis" Istanbul tour

**Cappadocia tours**
"Mountain villages - Carpets & Crafts" Cultural Cappadocia tour (5 Days - Nights) Cappadocia (Goreme - Tufanbeyli - Kayseri - Aksalur - Uchisar - Taspinar - Sultanhani) A limited version of this very cultural Cappadocia tour has been running with huge success to weavers, artists, and textile and craft groups for a number of years. The combination of magnificent scenery, the ancient art form of carpets and local crafts, and the extraordinary village people we stay with make this tour an absolute “must” for people who wish to see and participate in real Turkish village life. This tour is limited by numbers and seasons to preserve the spontaneity that is integral to the way of life of Turkish villages and their people. "Cappadocia Explorer" Cappadocia tour (2 Days ) "Cappadocian Traditional Lifestyles" Cappadocia tour (5 Days) "Extraordinary Cappadocia" Cappadocia tour (7 Days ) DailyTours in Cappadocia "Cappadocia Complete"Cappadoia tour "Remote Canyons"Cappadocia tour "Rocks & Ruins"Cappadocia tour "Lifestyle Walking" Cappadocia Tour

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