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Absolute Turkey: Winter

From
CAD 2,124
Duration
15 days
Countries
Turkey
Activity
easy
Group size
Max 15

The adventure

On the winter edition of our comprehensive Turkey tour, you'll see the country's incredible sights without battling the crowds. Begin your trip roaming the palaces and mosques of Istanbul before journeying into the bizarre as you explore otherworldly Cappadocia. From the ancient city of Hierapolis to the bustling bazaars of Istanbul, our local Chief Experience Officers (CEOs) will show you the region’s hidden gems and make sure your trip burns brightly in your memory long after you've left this crossroads of Asia and Europe.

◆Arrive at any time.
◆Enjoy an orientation walk around Istanbul before moving on to the small, but vibrant city of Bolu.
◆Visit Anitkabir before driving to the Cappadocia region. Enjoy a home-cooked dinner with a local family.
◆Enjoy an included visit to the Göreme Open Air Museum before free time to explore this unique region. Enjoy a guided walk through the valley with a visit to an underground city.
◆Enjoy an included visit to the Göreme Open Air Museum before free time to explore this unique region. Enjoy a guided walk through the valley with a visit to an underground city.
◆Visit Konya and continue to Beyşehir. Visit the Esrefoglu mosque, one of the unique mosques in the country.
◆Wander the cobbled streets of the old harbour.
◆Enjoy more time in Antalya to explore.
◆Guided walk of Pamukkale and the ancient city of Hierapolis.
◆Visit the ruins of the ancient Roman town of Ephesus.
◆Free time to walk up to the remains of St John's Basilica, visit the mosque of Isa Bey or just wander the streets and cafés of this vibrant Turkish town. Enjoy a cooking class in the afternoon.
◆Travel to the market town of Bergama, and explore the Acropolis of ancient Pergamon.
◆Visit the G-supported handicraft workshop in Ayvalik, before enjoying free time in the surrounding area. Visit the ancient city of Troy en route to Çanakkale.
◆Guided tour of Gallipoli, including ANZAC Cove, the war cemeteries, and Lone Pine.
◆Depart at any time.

At a glance

Duration
15 days
Route
Istanbul → Istanbul
Countries
Turkey
Activity level
easy
Style
Culture & History, Food & Drink
Group size
Max 15
Ages
12+
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
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Where you'll go

Absolute Turkey: Winter image

Day by day

Explore the stunning landscape of Cappadocia with its unique rock formations under a clear sky.
Your journey through

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15-day itinerary

Day 1Arrival dayArrivalThere are no activities planned until our evening welcome meeting. After the meeting, opt to join your CEO and fellow travellers for dinner. Get the most out of your time in Istanbul by pre-booking the following activity to experience before your tour starts: Istanbul Walking Tour and Bosphorus Cruise. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour, or arriving at the Istanbul Airport or bus station by 6:00 am on Day 1. And don’t worry if you can’t decide now. This activity is available for pre-booking any time before your tour starts, while any of the optional activities listed can be booked independently upon arrival in Istanbul.
There are no activities planned until our evening welcome meeting. After the meeting, opt to join your CEO and fellow travellers for dinner. Get the most out of your time in Istanbul by pre-booking the following activity to experience before your tour starts: Istanbul Walking Tour and Bosphorus Cruise. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour, or arriving at the Istanbul Airport or bus station by 6:00 am on Day 1. And don’t worry if you can’t decide now. This activity is available for pre-booking any time before your tour starts, while any of the optional activities listed can be booked independently upon arrival in Istanbul.
Day 2Enjoy an orientation walk around Istanbul before moving…
Explore Istanbul's stunning cityscape with historic architecture and waterways viewed from above.Istanbul
Enjoy an orientation walk around Istanbul before moving on to the small, but vibrant city of Bolu.
Map showing Istanbul
Day 3Visit Anitkabir before driving to the Cappadocia regionTransfer to the town of Göreme, the base for exploring Cappadocia. With two and a half days free to explore, there will be plenty of time to tour the area by bike, visit neighbouring villages, trek regional valleys or try a hot air balloon ride. During one of the evenings here, travel to a nearby village and enjoy dinner with a local family.
Transfer to the town of Göreme, the base for exploring Cappadocia. With two and a half days free to explore, there will be plenty of time to tour the area by bike, visit neighbouring villages, trek regional valleys or try a hot air balloon ride. During one of the evenings here, travel to a nearby village and enjoy dinner with a local family.
Day 4Enjoy an included visit to the Göreme Open…Outdoor enthusiast? Hire a bike to get around on two wheels or join your CEO on an optional trekking tour through one of the beautiful valleys of the region. If you want to go further afield, take a local bus to explore nearby villages.
Outdoor enthusiast? Hire a bike to get around on two wheels or join your CEO on an optional trekking tour through one of the beautiful valleys of the region. If you want to go further afield, take a local bus to explore nearby villages.
Day 5Enjoy an included visit to the Göreme Open…Outdoor enthusiast? Hire a bike to get around on two wheels or join your CEO on an optional trekking tour through one of the beautiful valleys of the region. If you want to go further afield, take a local bus to explore nearby villages.
Outdoor enthusiast? Hire a bike to get around on two wheels or join your CEO on an optional trekking tour through one of the beautiful valleys of the region. If you want to go further afield, take a local bus to explore nearby villages.
Day 6Visit Konya and continue to Beyşehir
Visit Konya and continue to Beyşehir. Visit the Esrefoglu mosque, one of the unique mosques in the country.
Day 7Wander the cobbled streets of the old harbourArrive at Antalya around lunchtime. With a free afternoon, wander the charming cobbled hillside streets of the district of Kaleici, a great place to stop and have a drink with amazing views of the marina below. For a break from the hustle and bustle, head for the greenery and teashops at one of Antalya's beautiful parks or relax with a traditional Turkish hammam scrub.
Arrive at Antalya around lunchtime. With a free afternoon, wander the charming cobbled hillside streets of the district of Kaleici, a great place to stop and have a drink with amazing views of the marina below. For a break from the hustle and bustle, head for the greenery and teashops at one of Antalya's beautiful parks or relax with a traditional Turkish hammam scrub.
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A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

Peaceful winter scene of tall bare trees and snow-capped mountains under cloudy skies.
Turkeys roam freely near Mount Hasan, with snow-capped peaks and rural landscapes in the background.
Scenic view of rocky hills and calm waters in Halfeti, Türkiye.
Stunning aerial view of Cappadocia's unique rock formations in a summer landscape.
Quaint suburban view in Edremit, Turkey with lush trees and mountain backdrop.

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