Original
Explorer
Turkey Highlights
8 days • 4.8
5
Excellent
330 reviews
8 days
Start
Istanbul, Turkey
Finish
Istanbul, Turkey
Trip Code
ERSK
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Transport
Private Bus, Public Bus, Overnight Train, Plane
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Overnight Train (1 night)
From £1,327(8 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
This short but sweet trip packs a punch with visits to Istanbul, Canakkale, Cappadocia and Ephesus while still leaving plenty of time to relax.
Discover the incredible ancient and modern history of Turkey as you explore thousands of years of history hidden within the remarkable ruins of Ephesus and discover Gallipoli on a guided tour that will teach you about the significant events that took place in this area.
Taste local fruit wines in one of the best-preserved Greek Ottoman villages in the country. Get to know the friendly locals with a home-made lunch at a local family in Cappadocia.
Travel and stay a little differently – and come home with memories to last a lifetime – from taking local buses and trains, to staying in one of the cave hotels that Cappadocia is famed for.
Discover the back streets and vibrant local markets of Istanbul with your expert guide, find hidden hotspots and local hangouts that you won’t find in the guidebooks.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Tuuur Foundation partner, CYDD (Çağdaş Yaşamı Destekleme Derneği). Donations help them provide scholarships and educational programs for economically disadvantaged youth in Turkey.
Is this trip right for you?
You will need to carry your bags on and off local trams and trains during this trip. The distances aren't far, and it's possible to do this with a wheelie bag – but be aware of cobblestone streets.
This trip uses a combination of public and private transport, and all vehicles are modern and have air-conditioning and most are fitted with seat belts. Some journeys can be long in order to maximise the areas visited, but this gives you a chance to interact with the local community and see more of the country and you'll have plenty chances to stop on the way to stretch your legs.
This is a relatively fast paced trip which will allow you to see the iconic highlights in Turkey in a short period of time. There's very limited time in Istanbul on the trip so we highly recommend spend more time in this incredible city. Please consult with your booking agent if you wish to book extra accommodation before or after the trip in Istanbul.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Transport
Private Bus, Public Bus, Overnight Train, Plane
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Overnight Train (1 night)
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Important notes
1. This trip starts in Istanbul on Day 1 at 1 pm. This allows time after the welcome meeting to explore Istanbul.
2. There is an internal flight on this trip and most internal flights in Turkey have a luggage restriction of 15kg checked and 8kg cabin.
3. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 5 (Overnight train) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
Reviews (326)
5 stars
287
4 stars
32
3 stars
4
2 stars
3
Joanne
Jan 22, 2025
Great trip with local guide, inside knowledge, home stays, cooking lessons & the flexibility to incorporate individual preferences and wishes in a small group. More for the adventurer who is interested in humanity than the general site seeing tourist.
Adria Jilly
Jan 19, 2025
Turkiye Highlights is an educational and cultural trip around the country. I had a great time and learnt so much about the country from our trip leader, Mehmet Ali Atahan. If you are a professional and do not have time to plan, Intrepid is definitely the way to go. We travel in small group with people of different age, backgrounds and professions. This has given us opportunity for cross-cultural exchanges during meal time. Intrepid ensures our safety, never at any point do I not feel unsafe.
Adam
Jan 17, 2025
Adria Jilly Zhaoyu
Jan 08, 2025
Had a fantastic time around Turkey with Intrepid. This was my first time traveling with Intrepid. I would highly recommend travellers who have no time to research/plan to join Intrepid for their holidays as Intrepid's trip itineraries do cover key highlights of the country and with locals as the trip leaders, I personally find the trips to be cultural and educational. I will join Intrepid again for my future adventures. Thank you Intrepid for the wonderful experience and Thank you Mali, our trip leader for the fun time around Turkey. Cheers
Rosemary
Jan 07, 2025
This trip provides a great taster for all that there is to see in Turkey. It showcases the diverse landscapes and cultures of the people of this fascinating country.
Kritika
Jan 06, 2025
This was my first Intrepid trip and it was the experience of a lifetime. You do spend a lot of time traveling from point a to point b, but that is to be expected given the length of the trip and how much you cover. That being said, the van was clean and comfortable as were all our hotels. The drivers and the guide were all amazingly well organized and punctual. I would recommend arriving in Istanbul a little earlier - you don't really spend a lot of time in the city on the trip. Finally, as a vegetarian, I loved Turkey. The country's cuisine is extremely diverse and very veg friendly - I've rarely had better food while traveling!
Heba
Jan 06, 2025
Tim
Jan 06, 2025
Great trip well organized and very knowledgeable guide. Definitely recommend it to all.
Nino
Jan 05, 2025
It was really fascinating and magical or I could say more like a fairy tale!! Seriously Turkey was so magical
Amanda
Dec 31, 2024
Highlights of Turkey delivers! It is fast paced and full of delicious food, significant historical and cultural sites, and incredible experiences. Don’t skip the hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia.
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