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Turkey Encompassed
15 days • 4.8
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Start
Istanbul, Turkey
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Istanbul, Turkey
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Trip Code
ERKT
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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, 3 lunches
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Transport
Private Bus, Boat
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Hotel (14 nights)
From £2,310(15 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Spend three nights staying in the incredible region of Cappadocia, explore the caves, chimneys and the honeycombed terrain of this fascinating place.
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Discover the iconic sites of Gallipoli, Ephesus and Pamukkale with your locally-based leader by your side to teach you all about the history and culture intertwined here.
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Be welcomed into a local cave home and treated to a special home-cooked lunch prepared by your host. Tuck into delicious food and friendly conversations and top off your meal with a bite of traditional Turkish delight.
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Rub shoulders with friendly locals during a relaxing boat cruise through a series of picturesque islands and enjoy another homemade Turkish lunch with your hosts on board.
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Marvel at Istanbul's most revered sites during a guided walk where you'll discover the 17th century Blue Mosque, and head to the ancient Hippodrome to see intriguing monuments like the Obelisk of Theodosius, Snake Pillar and German Fountain of Wilhelm II.
Is this trip right for you?
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This trip covers a lot in two weeks, so there are some long travel days, however all travel is in comfortable air-conditioned private buses, stops are frequent, and the scenery is superb. Please refer to the Itinerary for travel durations.
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You will need sturdy walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen and a day pack to explore the historical sites. All site tours are guided but you can wander at your own pace if you prefer.
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Don’t underestimate the weather at any time of year in Turkey. In the summer months, heat can be extreme. In winter months, some travellers have been surprised at how low the temperatures go. A hat, sunscreen, and clothing that can be layered will serve you well year-round.
Itinerary
Take an all-encompassing adventure through the contrasting landscapes of Turkey
Experience the stunning sights and tantalising tastes of Turkey on this two-week adventure that takes in all the highlights and then some. Become acquainted with illustrious Istanbul, behold landscapes like no other around Cappadocia and sail the all-too-pretty islands off Kekova. Marvel at the ancient ruins of Ephesus, settle in for a spectacular soaking in Pamukkale’s thermal hot springs and reflect on the tragedies and gallantries that took place along Gallipoli’s windswept peninsula. Brimming with history, bustling with progress and bursting with flavour, Turkey intrigues and delights at every turn of this perfectly paced small group adventure.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Istanbul
- DAY 2Day 2 • Beypazari
- DAY 3Day 3 • Cappadocia
- DAY 4Day 4 • Cappadocia
- DAY 5Day 5 • Cappadocia
- DAY 6Day 6 • Konya
- DAY 7Day 7 • Antalya
- DAY 8Day 8 • Kas
- DAY 9Day 9 • Kas
- DAY 10Day 10 • Pamukkale
- DAY 11Day 11 • Sirince - Selcuk
- DAY 12Day 12 • Selcuk
- DAY 13Day 13 • Canakkale
- DAY 14Day 14 • Gallipoli / Istanbul
- DAY 15Day 15 • Istanbul
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
14 breakfasts, 3 lunches
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Private Bus, Boat
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Hotel (14 nights)
festival Included activities
circleComplimentary Arrival Transfer
circleIstanbul - Blue Mosque Visit
circleIstanbul - City Tour
circleBeypazari - Yasayan Muze (Living Museum of Beypazari)
circleCappadocia - Goreme Open Air Museum
circleCappadocia - Pottery demonstration
circleCappadocia - Pasabag and Devrent Valley walk
circleCappadocia - Home-cooked lunch
circleKonya - Mevlana Museum
circleCappadocia - Ozkonak Underground City
circleAntalya - Leader-led orientation walk
circleAntalya - Kaleici visit
circleAntalya - Antalya Museum
circleKas - Leader-led orientation walk
circleKas - Sailing trip with seafood lunch
circlePamukkale - Hierapolis and Travertines National Park
circleSelcuk - Leader-led orientation walk
circleSirince - Village visit and fruit wine tasting
circleEphesus - Archaeological site visit
circleSelcuk - Gozleme making demonstration and lunch
circleCanakkale - Leader-led orientation walk
circleTroy - Archaeological site guided visit
circleGallipoli - Battlefields visit
museum Optional activities
circleIstanbul - Bosphorus Boat Cruise (Public Boat) - TRY200
circleIstanbul - Topkapi Palace Combined Ticket (Topkapi Palace + Hagia Irene + Harem) - TRY2000
circleIstanbul - Galata Tower - EUR30
circleIstanbul - Hagia Sophia - EUR25
circleGoreme - Whirling dervish performance - EUR30
circleCappadocia - Hot Air Balloon Regular Flight - EUR200
circleCappadocia - Hot Air Balloon Deluxe Flight - EUR230
circleGoreme - The Dark Church Entry - EUR6
circleEphesus - Terrace Houses entry - EUR15
circleSelcuk - Ephesus Archaeological Museum - EUR10
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Wednesday May 28, 2025
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Friday May 30, 2025
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Wednesday Jun 25, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 3 spaces left
£3,520£2,816
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Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left
£3,185£2,548
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Trip size max: 12 - 3 spaces left
£3,168£2,534
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Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£3,036
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Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£3,097£2,477
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Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
£2,888£2,310
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Wednesday Jul 09, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£3,036£2,429
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Saturday Jul 12, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 7 spaces left
£3,036£2,429
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Wednesday Jul 02, 2025
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Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£2,948£2,358
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Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£2,992£2,394
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Wednesday Jul 09, 2025
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Trip size max: 12 - 11 spaces left
£2,948
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Saturday Jul 12, 2025
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Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£2,992£2,394
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Monday Jul 14, 2025
Monday Jul 28, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,948
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Important notes
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1. 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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2. 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.
Reviews (267)
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peter
May 17, 2025
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Myriam
May 17, 2025
I can highly recommed to take this tour when you are travelling in Turkey for the first time. You get a very good overview of how big and how diverse this country is. Consider to spent some additional days in Istanbul before or after this trip since the most famous sights i.e. Aya Sofia and the Basilica Cisterne are not covered by this itinenary. Our group leader Beykan was a excellent guide and we had an amazing time with our fellow travel mates.
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Annette
May 14, 2025
This Tour was exceptional if you want to experience the real Türkiye & not just the touristy highlights. Meals shared with families in their homes, swimming in the azure waters off the pretty town of Kas while enjoying food cooked on the boat, this was truly an amazing experience. Floating into the clouds in a hot air balloon over Cappadocia, feeling the majestic history of Ephesus & Troy, tasting delicious food in local eateries in Antalya, sampling local wines in Sirince, dipping our toes in the limestone pools at Pamakulle, gaping at the beauty of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul. We loved it all!
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Diane
May 10, 2025
I have found the perfect tour company for me in Intrepid. Our leader was exceptional and was able to provide a personal and educational experience. A wonderful and once in a lifetime experience.
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Kevin
May 10, 2025
This was our first Intrepid tour and I can’t imagine touring with anyone else in the future. We will recommend them to all our friends and family.
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Mike
May 09, 2025
Highly recommend the Intrepid Team that ran my Tour. Thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience.
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Rodney
May 04, 2025
Gain exposure to Turkish history, culture, customs and cuisines. Brilliant experience.
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Janet
May 03, 2025
Outstanding trip to get a two week overview of Turkey. Many long bus days (in our small group van) but lots of stops to break up the travel. Our fabulous guide Catagay and our excellent group of 12 made this a memorable trip that I'd recommend to anyone.
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Christine
May 02, 2025
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Arron
May 02, 2025
I had a great experience on my trip with Intrepid and I will use them again for another trip in the future