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18 to 35s Six Days in Turkey

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Tour Overview

Spend six days discovering some of the best bits of central Turkey and Cappadocia. From the Mediterranean Sea in the south to the northern capital city of Istanbul, immerse yourself in the culture and history of a truly unique country. Explore Konya and maybe learn about the practices of Sufism and the art and performance of the whirling dervish. Spend three days in Cappadocia among the fairy chimneys and hot air balloons. Hike through the rocky landscape and natural sandstone monoliths, then make your way to Istanbul – the city that melds European and Middle Eastern cultures into one.

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Trip Code: ERYC

Start

Antalya

End

Istanbul

Destination

Turkey

Meals

4 breakfasts, 1 dinners

Transport

Public Bus, Overnight Bus, Tram

Accommodation

Hotel (4 nights), Overnight Bus (1 night)

Days

6

Max Group Size

Min 1 - Max 16

Min Age

18

Style

Basici

Physical

2i

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Dine in the home of a local family, where you’ll be treated to a traditional home-cooked Turkish meal and have the opportunity to learn about life in the desert.

  • Explore the weird and wonderful world of Cappadocia – this might be the most unusual place in Turkey. Learn all about its fairy chimneys and sprawling rock formations from your expert local leader.

  • Wander the warrens of underground cities, homes and churches carved straight into the sandstone of the Cappadocian desert, and maybe opt to gaze down at the city from above on a sunrise hot air balloon ride.

  • The thriving metropolis of Istanbul is where East literally meets West. Discover the highlights and the history of this incredible city that melds the cultures of two continents.

  • Learn about the history and culture that was born in Konya, from the teachings of Sufism to the art and skill of the whirling dervish.

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included

Inclusions and activities

Meals

4 breakfasts, 1 dinners

Transport

Public Bus, Overnight Bus, Tram

Accommodation

Hotel (4 nights), Overnight Bus (1 night)

Included activities

  • Cappadocia - Kaymakli Underground City
  • Cappadocia - Dinner at Local Family Home
  • Cappadocia - Pottery demonstration
  • Cappadocia - Pigeon Valley and Devrent Valley
  • Cappadocia - Sunset Hike

Optional activities

    Is This Trip Right for You?

    Is this trip right for you?

    • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

    • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

    • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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