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15 days • 4.7
4.5
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225 reviews
15 days
Start
Istanbul, Turkey
Finish
Istanbul, Turkey
Trip Code
ERPT
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
14 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Boat, Plane
Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (11 nights), Feature Stay (3 nights)
From £3,362(15 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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.
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.
Feast your eyes on the best of Turkey's otherworldly sights, from the Cotton Castle of Pamukkale to the psychedelic rock-scapes of Cappadocia.
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.
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?
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.
Inclusions
Meals
14 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Boat, Plane
Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (11 nights), Feature Stay (3 nights)
Included activities
Istanbul - City Tour
Istanbul - Blue Mosque Visit
Istanbul - Welcome Dinner
Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Gallipoli - Anzac Cove, Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair
Troy - Archaeological site visit
Selcuk - Leader-led orientation walk
Ephesus - Archaeological site visit
Sirince - Village visit and fruit wine tasting
Selcuk - Cooking class
Pamukkale - Hierapolis and Travertines National Park
Kas - Leader-led orientation walk
Kas - Sailing trip with seafood lunch
Antalya - Leader-led orientation walk
Antalya - Phaselis Ancient City
Antalya - Antalya Museum
Konya - Mevlana Museum
Cappadocia - Leader-led orientation walk
Cappadocia - Sunset drinks
Cappadocia - Valley walk
Cappadocia - Goreme Open Air Museum
Cappadocia - Carpet weaving co-op
Cappadocia - Pottery demonstration
Cappadocia - Ozkonak Underground City
Cappadocia - Kizilcukur Valley
Cappadocia - Home-cooked dinner
Optional activities
Istanbul - Topkapi Palace Combined Ticket (Topkapi Palace + Hagia Irene + Harem) - TRY2000
Istanbul - Hagia Sophia - EUR25
Selcuk - Ephesus Archaeological Museum - EUR10
Ephesus - Terrace Houses entry - EUR15
Goreme - Whirling dervish performance - EUR30
Cappadocia - Hot Air Balloon Regular Flight - EUR200
Cappadocia - Hot Air Balloon Deluxe Flight - EUR230
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Important notes
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.
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. 
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 (234)
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4 stars
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3 stars
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1 star
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Toniya
Jun 07, 2025
Intrepid exceeded my expectations of group travel. This was our first time with Intrepid and it will not be the last. Their organization, attention to details and ensuring our curiosity was rewarded has left an overwhelming positive impression. Our trip guide Ahmet K was just the best! Funny, communicative, intelligent and proud of this heritage. He shared his vast knowledge of Turkey and its people honestly and thoroughly. Good trip, great experience.
Kay
Jun 07, 2025
Fantastic trip covering highlights if Western Turkey. Great balance of activities with clean accommodation varying from modern to more traditional. Super tour leader (Ahmet) whose enthusiastic personality made the tour such fun!
Trevor
Jun 05, 2025
The tour was lead by an experienced local identity who explained the history of each site visited with enthusiasm and pride. I looked forward to the unknown of the next day. Could have fitted more local sites into program. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
morag
Jun 03, 2025
This was a fantastic trip. Very well organised with great activities. Our guide and driver were both excellent.
Annette
Jun 03, 2025
Premium Turkey was an incredible trip. Is so exceeded our expectations. One of the most varied trips we have ever taken. History, sites, activities were so varied. Firat, our tour guide, was incredible. ThAnk u Firat and Intrepid for making this trip incredible. Don’t miss taking this trip.
Birgit
Jun 01, 2025
Had the best time. Lucky to have had the best tour guide. Also fellow travellers were great company.
Michelle
May 31, 2025
Turkey exceeded our expectations and Intrepid travel made our trip most enjoyable. The professionalism of our tour guide Firat and our driver Mesut (happy) made our trip even more memorable.
Ann Louise
May 30, 2025
I would be happy to do this at another time but don’t have time now.
Emily
May 30, 2025
I can't now but I'd be happy to do one at a later date.
Linda
May 27, 2025
Our Intrepid tour was fantastic from start to finish. The itinerary was well planned, the experiences were enriching, and everything ran smoothly. A huge highlight was our tour guide, Ozgur — he was absolutely amazing. Knowledgeable, friendly, and incredibly supportive, Ozgur went above and beyond to accommodate everyone’s needs and made the trip truly unforgettable. We felt well cared for throughout, thanks to his dedication and enthusiasm. Highly recommend!
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