Often called the 'Cradle of Civilisation', Turkey is home to some of the world's most ancient peoples. Scattered the length of the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts lie the remains of some of the classical world's great cities.

Their dramatic locations and incredible stories will bring history to life for your students.

We take time to explore some of the most notable cities - Miletus, Xanthos, Pergamon and Ephesus - as well as lesser known sites like Pinara where we'll enjoy a spectacular walk. We'll also see the 'frozen waterfall' of Pamukkale where we can take a dip in the ancient springs.

We conclude in picturesque Dalyan for a relaxing and fun end to the trip.

Best time to visit: April to October

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Among the many highlights on this trip we particularly mention:

Ancient cities of Lycia See Caunos hilltop fortress, Xanthos, Pinara on foot

Pamukkale See the famous 'frozen waterfall' and Roman spa

Temple of Artemis One of the two surviving wonders of the ancient world

Ephesus Exceptionally preserved city

Pergamon Acropolis and Aesclepion

Ionian cities Visit Priene, Miletus and Didyma with its Temple of the Oracle

Dalyan Relax with a boat excursion to Turtle Beach and take a mud bath!

If you'd like to extend this trip, why not visit the battlefields of Gallipoli and ancient Troy? Or walk in the Taurus foothills, staying with a Turkish family?