10 Days | Explore unique cities and diverse landscapes on this family adventure through Turkey’s delights.
Join this family adventure through Turkey experiencing some of the most incredible archaeological and natural sights in the world. Kids will be fascinated by the unique landscapes and local culture and enriched by the fun activities and historical stories. Begin in the bustle of Istanbul learning the traditional art of marbling then venture underground exploring caverns in Cappadocia. Walk in a pool built for Cleopatra in Pamukkale and set sail along the Mediterranean coastline on a relaxing boat trip. There's many magical moments to share with the family on this 10 day trip of Turkey's highlights.
Trip overview
- Start
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Finish
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Theme
- Family
- Destinations
- Turkey
- Physical rating
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- Style
- Original
- Ages
- Min 5
- Group size
- Min 2 - Max 16
- Trip code
- ETFT
- The spectacular and surreal landscape of Cappadocia cannot be exaggerated, and young and old alike will be enchanted by the rock formations, coloured valleys and houses carved into cliffs
- Get your hands dirty in a cooking class with a local family in Goreme
- See the impossibly blue natural hot springs of Pamukkale, formed in terrace shaped by high calcium bicarbonate and used as a spa since the 200 BC
- The kids will be facinated learning how to marble using traditional materials such as earth dyes, horse hair and rose branch brushes in Istanbul
- Cruise between islands and swim in turquouise waters on a relaxing boat trip from Fethiye
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, CYDD (Çağdaş Yaşamı Destekleme Derneği). Donations help them provide scholarships and educational programs for economically disadvantaged youth in Turkey.
- 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
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 31 December 2024
Inclusions
9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
Private Minivan, public bus, overnight train, plane
Hotels (8 nights), Overnight train (1 night)
- Istanbul - Orientation Walk
- Istanbul - Ebru (water marbling)
- Cappadocia - Kaymakli Underground City
- Goreme - Cooking Class
- Selcuk - Leader-led orientation walk
- Ephesus - Archaeological site visit
- Selcuk - Gozleme making demonstration and lunch
- Pamukkale - Hierapolis and Travertines National Park
- Fethiye - Boat Cruise with lunch
- Fethiye – Dekamer Sea Turtle Centre
- Goreme - Bike Riding - EUR230
- Cappadocia - Hot Air Balloon Regular Flight - EUR275
- Cappadocia - Hot Air Balloon Deluxe Flight - EUR325
- Pamukkale - Cleopatra Ancient Pool - TRY340
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. Minimum age: 5 years old. Please note that anyone aged under 18 must be accompanied by (and share accommodation with) a parent or legal guardian.
2. A discount of 10% applies on this trip to children 17 or younger at the time of travel.
3. This trip starts in Istanbul on Day 1 at 1 pm
4. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for flight tickets. Fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.
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