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Start
Istanbul, Turkey
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Istanbul, Turkey
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Trip Code
ERPT
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
14 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
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Transport
Private vehicle, Boat, Plane
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Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (11 nights), Feature Stay (3 nights)
From £3,586(15 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Join an experienced local leader as you stroll the ancient streets of Ephesus, uncover the secrets of Phaselis, explore the legendary ruins of Troy and discover Istanbul’s Blue Mosque, Hippodrome and the Million.
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Enjoy a cruise around the hidden coves and islets of Turkey’s southern coast during an Exclusive Experience guided by a local couple who have been navigating the waters for years.
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Feast your eyes on the best of Turkey's otherworldly sights, from the Cotton Castle of Pamukkale to the psychedelic rock-scapes of Cappadocia.
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Step into a fairy tale during your Feature Stay at a unique cave hotel in Cappadocia, where you’ll enjoy elegantly decorated rooms carved from stone. Then, if you like, take a hot air balloon over the otherworldly landscape at sunrise.
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Get to know the real Turkey on Exclusive Experiences, including a cooking class with an expert chef, a visit to an empowering carpet weaving cooperative and a traditional dinner at a local's home in Cappadocia.
Is this trip right for you?
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This trip has a couple of long drives, particularly on Day 6. These journeys are in a private vehicle, so they're a great chance to sit back and enjoy the passing scenery and chat with your fellow travellers.
Itinerary
Journey into the heart of Turkey and discover hidden coves, fairytale landscapes and friendly locals
Get to right into the heart of Turkish culture on this 15-day Premium adventure. Discover stunning islands and a sunken city on a locally guided boat cruise, get hands-on in a Turkish cooking class using homegrown ingredients and join a local woman in her home for a specially prepared feast. Take guided tours of Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Antalya and more, and marvel at diverse landscapes, from the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia to the glittering Mediterranean Coast. With the option to take a hot air balloon at sunrise over the incredible landscapes of Cappadocia and some free time to make your own discoveries, you’ll fall in love with Turkey in just two weeks.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Istanbul
- DAY 2Day 2 • Gallipoli - Canakkale
- DAY 3Day 3 • Troy - Selçuk
- DAY 4Day 4 • Ephesus - Sirince - Selçuk
- DAY 5Day 5 • Pamukkale
- DAY 6Day 6 • Kas
- DAY 7Day 7 • Kas
- DAY 8Day 8 • Phaselis - Antalya
- DAY 9Day 9 • Antalya
- DAY 10Day 10 • Konya
- DAY 11Day 11 • Cappadocia
- DAY 12Day 12 • Cappadocia
- DAY 13Day 13 • Cappadocia
- DAY 14Day 14 • Istanbul
- DAY 15Day 15 • Istanbul
Inclusions
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14 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
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Private vehicle, Boat, Plane
bed Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (11 nights), Feature Stay (3 nights)
festival Included activities
circleIstanbul - City Tour
circleIstanbul - Blue Mosque Visit
circleIstanbul - Welcome Dinner
circleComplimentary Arrival Transfer
circleGallipoli - Anzac Cove, Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair
circleTroy - Archaeological site visit
circleSelcuk - Leader-led orientation walk
circleEphesus - Archaeological site visit
circleSirince - Village visit and fruit wine tasting
circleSelcuk - Cooking class
circlePamukkale - Hierapolis and Travertines National Park
circleKas - Leader-led orientation walk
circleKas - Sailing trip with seafood lunch
circleAntalya - Leader-led orientation walk
circleAntalya - Phaselis Ancient City
circleAntalya - Antalya Museum
circleKonya - Mevlana Museum
circleCappadocia - Leader-led orientation walk
circleCappadocia - Sunset drinks
circleCappadocia - Valley walk
circleCappadocia - Goreme Open Air Museum
circleCappadocia - Carpet weaving co-op
circleCappadocia - Pottery demonstration
circleCappadocia - Ozkonak Underground City
circleCappadocia - Kizilcukur Valley
circleCappadocia - Home-cooked dinner
museum Optional activities
circleIstanbul - Topkapi Palace Combined Ticket (Topkapi Palace + Hagia Irene + Harem) - TRY2000
circleIstanbul - Hagia Sophia - EUR25
circleSelcuk - Ephesus Archaeological Museum - EUR10
circleEphesus - Terrace Houses entry - EUR15
circleGoreme - Whirling dervish performance - EUR30
circleCappadocia - Hot Air Balloon Regular Flight - EUR200
circleCappadocia - Hot Air Balloon Deluxe Flight - EUR230
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Wednesday May 28, 2025
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Sunday Jun 01, 2025
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Thursday Jun 05, 2025
Thursday Jun 19, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£4,483
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Sunday Jun 08, 2025
Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 7 spaces left
£4,483£3,586
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Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Sunday Jun 29, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£4,659£3,727
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Thursday Jun 19, 2025
Thursday Jul 03, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 4 spaces left
£4,532£3,626
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Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Sunday Jul 06, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£4,483£3,810
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Sunday Jun 29, 2025
Sunday Jul 13, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 7 spaces left
£4,483£3,586
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Sunday Jul 06, 2025
Sunday Jul 20, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£4,483
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Sunday Jul 20, 2025
Sunday Aug 03, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£4,483
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Sunday Jul 27, 2025
Sunday Aug 10, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 2 spaces left
£4,780£3,824
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Sunday Aug 03, 2025
Sunday Aug 17, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 9 spaces left
£4,483£3,586
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Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£4,483
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Sunday Aug 10, 2025
Sunday Aug 24, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£4,483£3,586
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Sunday Aug 17, 2025
Sunday Aug 31, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left
£4,708£3,766
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Important notes
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1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
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2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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3. This trip starts at 1pm on Day 1 in Istanbul. This allows time after the welcome meeting to explore the city with your leader.
Reviews (220)
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Leanne
May 13, 2025
I would highly recommend the Premium Turkey trip as an excellent way to experience the many historical and cultural sites of Turkey. Fantastic itinerary that covered so many highlights. One of the best trips I have ever done.
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Karen
May 11, 2025
Wow! This tour is rich in history. Our tour guide/leader/interpreter was extremely knowledgeable. He was adaptable, approachable and showed positivity throughout the entire tour. He went above and beyond to show us and to encourage us to experience his culture (a true leader). I would definitely recommend this tour.
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Tanya
Apr 30, 2025
Wow, we were very happy with this tour. Our tour leader was so fantastic and really made our time special. The locations were wonderful and provided a great mix of history, culture and natural sites. The planned experiences were very memorable and unique. We would definitely recommend!
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Joanne
Apr 29, 2025
This trip was really special and a wonderful introduction to a fascinating country that is so full of history. Great for solo travellers as well!
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Fiona
Apr 26, 2025
Truly an excellent experience! This tour was exciting, top class, wonderful activities and guidrd by a leadet who is passionate and caring.
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Merilyn
Apr 26, 2025
So many wonderful experiences, with a premium guide and premium level of accommodation and food. Loved the whirling dervishes, Cappadocia, Anzac Cove, and learned so much about Turkey.
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Mildred
Apr 22, 2025
Intrepid is a company that is customer oriented and also is responsable for all the tourists with empathy. The tourist guide Ahmed is wonderful and is has all the knowledge about the city that we visits in Turky Thank
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Jeanette
Apr 21, 2025
I have been on several Intrepid trips and have enjoyed them all, however this would have to be the best trip so far. Really enjoyed the variety of activities, especially the swimming and ballooning. Accomodation was good. Our tour guide Mete is an outstanding guide, a wonderful travel partner!!!
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George
Apr 08, 2025
A fabulous experience. Paced right. Well organized. Excellent accommodations. The group leader made the experience a perfect trip.
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KYLIE
Dec 01, 2024
Amazing Tour, saw everything I wanted to see and alot more. I was very greatful that the tour flew back to Istanbul as appose to travelling more hours on the bus as there is alot of travel on the bus which is expected to be able to see everything, let alone most of the amazing Country. Tour Guide Özgür is fantastic actually he is truly amazing. He really made us all feel very safe and comfortable. I was single on the tour and I was not left feeling alone once. The Premium Turkey in Depth tour really made my dream come true!!! What are you waiting for. Book Now !!!!! This is my fourth Intrepid tour and it will not be my last, gosh where to next, Intrepid have so many options...