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Turkey Discovery Overview

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      USD $1,260
      CAD $1,196
      AUD $1,158
      EUR €896
      GBP £735
      NZD $1,485
      ZAR R9,607
      CHF FR1,121
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  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Travel to Turkey and discover the sights of Istanbul and Cappadocia

Forever at the crossroads between the East and West, Turkey sits comfortably between Europe and Asia - blending these distinct heritages into a culture that is uniquely its own. From the giant mosques of Istanbul to Antalya's Ottoman designed Old Town, or from the heights of Mt Nemrut to the Mesopotamian plains of Mardin - Turkey is full of architectural treats and timeworn landscapes that speak volumes of the country's storied history and significance. But don't take our word for it, hear it from the mouths of those who know these lands best, whether at the dinner table or on a village homestay - and discover a country that's full of diversity, friendly faces and plenty of memorable experiences.

  • Relish the of sophisticated charm of Antalya
  • Inspect the peculiar rock formations of Goreme
  • Enjoy dinner with a local family
  • See the temple covered summit of Mt Nemrut
  • Spend a memorable night on a village home stay
  • Make the pilgrimage to Sanliurfa
  • Learn about ancient Mesopotamia in Mardin
  • Witness the collision of old and new in Istanbul

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Day 1 Antalya

With cobblestone streets and beautifully preserved Ottoman-style buildings, Antalya's Old Town lies along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and looks on to picturesque mountains.

Day 2-4 Goreme

Sculptured by millenniums of erosion and centuries of human craftsmanship, Goreme is a truly magical place with fairy chimneys, rock-hewn churches and underground cities.

Day 5 Mt Nemrut

Mt Nemrut’s unique summit is littered with enormous statues from the first century BC, many of them beheaded gods of long ago.

Day 6 Homestay

Enjoy a homestay and a home-cooked feast with a traditional Turkish family near the village of Hilvan.

Day 7 Sanliurfa

Steeped in history and famous for its unique cuisine, Sanliurfa is a magical city that blends ancient traditions with modern-day life.

Day 8 Mardin

Overlooking the Mesopotamian plains of Syria, Mardin is an ancient town coloured by Arabic-style sandstone buildings.

Day 9-10 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.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Antalya, Turkey

  • Finish:

    Istanbul, Turkey

  • Group size:

    Min 1 , Max 12

  • Ages:

    Min 12

  • Meals:

    9 breakfasts, 1 dinner

  • Accommodation:

    Homestay (1 nt), Hotel (4 nts), Pension (4 nts)

  • Transport:

    Ferry, Plane, Private minibus, Van

  • Included activities:

    Carpet shop visit & demonstration, Dinner at homestay in Haci Yusuf, Goreme - Home-cooked dinner, Goreme - Valley walk, Istanbul - Leader-led walking tour, Mardin Orientation walk, Meal with local Family, Mt Nemrut, Orientation walk Goreme, Sanli Urfa Orientation walk, Underground City

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    517kg pp per trip

  • Total price from

    USD $1,260
    CAD $1,196
    AUD $1,158
    EUR €896
    GBP £735
    NZD $1,485
    ZAR R9,607
    CHF FR1,121
    *     Price information
  • * Refer to booking conditions

  • Per day from:

    USD $126
    CAD $119
    AUD $115
    EUR €89
    GBP £73
    NZD $148
    ZAR R960
    CHF FR112
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About Turkey

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    • ERSW
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $1,260
      CAD $1,196
      AUD $1,158
      EUR €896
      GBP £735
      NZD $1,485
      ZAR R9,607
      CHF FR1,121
      *
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