Turkey Active Overview

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    • Total price tool tip
      USD $1,650
      CAD $1,550
      AUD $1,495
      EUR €1,165
      GBP £950
      NZD $1,895
      ZAR R12,395
      CHF FR1,425
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Trip Validity

  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Explore Turkey’s Mediterranean delights on an active tour

Experience Turkey from a different perspective. Abandon well-worn routes to forge a path through unexplored terrain, deep into the historical heart of Turkey. Travel from the minarets of Istanbul city, visiting Turkey’s holiest sites, cycling breathtaking Mediterranean coastlines, hiking the Lycian Way and kayaking over sunken cities. Take up the challenge and be amazed by all that this active travel adventure has to offer.

  • Get lost in the maze of Istanbul's bustling backstreets
  • Pay respects to the Anzacs at Gallipoli
  • Hike along the ancient Lycian Way
  • Cycle through lush Mediterranean scenery around Kas
  • Kayak over a sunken city
  • Marvel at Pamukkale's chalky travertines
  • Visit Ephesus’s Roman ruins
  • Travel to Turkey's ancient thermal springs

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Turkey Active Summary

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Day 1 Istanbul

Adorned with treasure from all periods of human history, Istanbul is not only one of the world's most fascinating places, it's also one of its most mesmerising.

Days 2-3 Gallipoli Peninsula

The Gallipoli Peninsula, a place of devastation and tragedy during World War I, is a place of great beauty and a memorial to all soldiers that fell there.

Day 4 Selcuk

Selcuk's claim to fame is its proximity to the amazing ruins of Ephesus, although it has its own charm with its orchards, forests and strong cultural roots.

Day 5 Fethiye

With Lycian rock tombs carved into cliffs, a beautiful coastline and a renowned market, Fethiye is a laidback, friendly town full of wonderful Turkish cuisine and culture.

Day 6 Faralya

Located along the Lycian Way, Faralya is a small, unspoiled village looking out over turquoise waters and the perfect place to get away from it all.

Days 7-9 Kas

Sunken cities, Mediterranean beaches, a whitewashed Old Town, spectacular cuisine and a relaxed atmosphere are all found in delightful Kas.

Days 10-11 Pamukkale

The arresting cascade of travertines and nearby hot springs have attracted visitors to Pamukkale since ancient times.

Day 12 Istanbul

The wonderful city of Istanbul has an incredibly rich history, amazing array of architectural styles, a delectable cuisine, vibrant nightlife, fascinating culture and oodles of style.

What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Istanbul, Turkey
  • Finish:

    Istanbul, Turkey
  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 12
  • Ages:

    Min 12
  • Meals:

    9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 0 dinners
  • Accommodation:

    Guesthouse (1 nt), Hotel (9 nts)
  • Transport:

    Bus, Dolmus, Overnight bus
  • Included activities:

    Gallipoli and snorkel tour, Istanbul - Leader-led walking tour, Lycian Way hike, Mountain bike riding, Pamukkale - Hierapolis & Travertines National Park, Sea kayak excursion over sunken city of Kekova, Selcuk - Ephesus Archaeological site

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    428kg pp per trip
  • Notes:

    Please note the welcome group meeting is at 1.00PM on day 1

  • Total price from

    USD $1,650
    CAD $1,550
    AUD $1,495
    EUR €1,165
    GBP £950
    NZD $1,895
    ZAR R12,395
    CHF FR1,425
    *
    Price information
  • Per day from:

    USD $137
    CAD $129
    AUD $124
    EUR €97
    GBP £79
    NZD $157
    ZAR R1,032
    CHF FR118
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About Turkey

    • 12
    • ERXT
    • 4.94 out of 5
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $1,650
      CAD $1,550
      AUD $1,495
      EUR €1,165
      GBP £950
      NZD $1,895
      ZAR R12,395
      CHF FR1,425
      *
    •  
       
       
       
       
    •  
       
       
       
       
    • Cycling, Explorer, Walking
    • Original
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