Turkey Adventure

Day 1: Istanbul. Arrive into Istanbul and make your way to your starting accommodation. Meet your guide and group this evening and head out to explore Istanbul’s lively nightlife.

Day 2: Istanbul. Kick off today with a walking tour of the city. See iconic city highlights such as Topkapi Palace, the Hagia Sofia and the Blue Mosque as well as the bazaars. Explore the city at your own pace this afternoon before taking the overnight bus to Cappadocia.

Days 3 - 5: Goreme. Arrive in honey-coloured Goreme, in the fairytale landscape of Cappadocia. You choose how to spend the next few days. Visit the rock citadel of Uchisar, soak in some Turkish baths, watch the whirling dervishes or indulge in a hot air balloon ride over the plains. There is an included visit to the open air museum on day 3. On day 5, take an overnight bus to the coast.

Day 6: Olympos. Our destination today is the laid-back town of Olympos. Hit the beach and take a dip in the crystal-clear sea, before driving to Olympos Mountain to see the Chimera, a natural phenomenon where flames mysteriously rise from cracks in the rocks.

Day 7: Kekova. Continue along the coast to Kekova, where we’ll board the boat for our afternoon cruise. We’ll have dinner on the boat under a canopy of stars – it’s an unforgettable experience - before heading back to our hotel.

Days 8 - 9: Fethiye. Head to the pretty coastal town of Fethiye. Chill on the beach, learn about the area at Fethiye Museum and watch the yachts come and go. Adrenaline junkies might like to try canyoneering in the Saklikent Gorge, or the famous hike between Kayakoy and Oludeniz.

Day 10: Pamukkale. Head to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pamukkale. Visit the famous white and turquoise travertine terraces and the ancient site of Hierapolis, where you can bathe in the warm, mineral-rich water.

Days 11 - 12: Selcuk. Spend two days in Selcuk town, exploring the area and its antiquities. Don’t miss the trip to Ephesus, Europe’s most complete classical city. You can also walk to the St John Basilica, the mosque of Isa Bey, take a cooking class and try local wine in the village of Sirince.

Day 13: Canakkale. Travel to the small atmospheric city of Canakkale. Visit to the legendary city of Troy. Don’t forget to take a selfie with a Trojan horse! Enjoy the buzzing nightlife on the waterfront this evening.

Day 14: Istanbul. Join an optional excursion to the Gallipoli Battlefields this morning before continuing on to Istanbul. Round your adventure off with some more sightseeing or last minute souvenir shopping. Then enjoy one last night out with your travel buddies.

Day 15: Trip end. All good things come to an end and it’s time to pack your bags, say your goodbyes and head to the airport.