White cliff waterfalls and glimmering Blue Mosques—experience the best of Turkey's historical highlights and natural wonders in one incredible tour. Begin your trip roaming the palaces of Istanbul before journeying into the bizarre underground cities and the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. Stick to public bus and budget accommodation, which not only keeps costs down but gives you a chance to really meet the locals. From the ancient Roman streets of Ephesus to bustling bazaars, follow your curiosity and spend fifteen days discovering the culture and natural beauty of this fascinating region.
What's Included
- Istanbul guided city walking tour, Dinner with local family in Cappadocia, Hike in Cappadocia, Overnight boat trip with dinner.
- 13 breakfasts, 2 dinners. (Allow USD285-375 for meals not included)
- Hotels (11 nts), overnight bus (1 nt), outdoor sleeping deck in the Rose Valley (1 nt, Oct-Apr spent in a hotel), boat (1 nt, multi-share/Nov-Apr spent in a hotel).
- Local bus, private air-con van, overnight bus, boat
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout
- Small group experience; Max 15, avg 10
Places Visited
- Turkey
Day 1 Istanbul
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Istanbul (1B)
City orientation walk. Travel by overnight bus to Cappadocia.
Days 3-5 Cappadocia (2B,1D)
Enjoy a home-cooked dinner with a local family. Option to visit the Goreme Open Air Museum and hike in the Rose Valley.
Day 6 Lake Egirdir (1B)
Options include exploring the underground city of Derinkuyu and taking a boat ride on Lake Egirdir.
Day 7 Çirali (1B)
Relax in this chilled out sea side village. Night walk to see natural eternal flames.
Day 8 Çirali (1B,1D)
Enjoy a freshly cooked dinner before sleeping aboard our boat under the stars of the Aegean Sea.
Day 9 Kas (1B)
Enjoy a full day of swimming and relaxing before heading to the charming village of Kas.
Day 10 Pamukkale (1B)
Option to visit the ancient city of Hierapolis and Pamukkale.
Day 11 Selçuk (1B)
Optional visit to Ephesus, the Ephesus Museum, St John's Basilica, and the mosque of Isa Bey, as well as the nearby picturesque village of Sirence.
Day 12 Ayvalik (1B)
Spend the night in a converted Ottoman mansion. Optional boat trips and visit to swimming beaches.
Day 13 Troy/Çanakkale (1B)
Optional visit to Troy and Gallipoli.
Day 14 Istanbul (1B)
Free time to explore Istanbul.
Day 15 Istanbul (1B)
Depart at any time.
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