15 Day Absolute Turkey

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Trip Length

15 Days

Trip Starts

Istanbul

Trip Finishes

Istanbul

15 Day Absolute Turkey Itinerary (G Adventures)

Countries Explored: Turkey

Trip Operator

G Adventures

106 Reviews

Trip Style

Classic

Departures

Mar 2025 to Oct 2026

Budget

Affordable

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Pace

Leisurely

Guide Level

Fully Guided

Trip Code

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Overview

Read 3 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 15 Day Absolute Turkey. This comprehensive tour of Turkey combines history and beaches, man-made wonders and natural phenomena, as well as a vibrant and welcoming culture. Begin your trip roaming the palaces and mosques of Istanbul before journeying into the bizarre as you explore otherworldly Cappadocia. From the amazing white cliff waterfalls of Pamukkale to the bustling bazaars of Istanbul, our local CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) will show you the region’s hidden gems and make sure your trip burns...read more

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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. 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. Stay: Golden Horn Sirkeci Istanbul

Enjoy an orientation walk around Istanbul before moving on to the city of Bolu. Stay: Soylu Hotel Bolu (B)

Transfer to the region of Cappadocia for 2.5 days of exploring. 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, travel to a nearby village and enjoy dinner with a local family. Stay: Grand Uchisar Hotel Cappadocia (B/D)

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. Stay: Grand Uchisar Hotel Cappadocia (B)

Depart Cappadocia and head to an underground city to explore. Have a quick lunch before journeying to the region of Konya. Travel about 1 hour to a local village for a cozy homestay. On the way, visit Catalhoyuk, a uniquely well-preserved Neolithic site. Upon arrival in the village, learn about local life and visit a community park and cooperative supported and developed by G Adventures before enjoying a home-cooked dinner tonight. Stay: Konya Village Stay (B/D)

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 catch some sun at a nearby beach. Stay: Gurtas Hotel Antalya (B)

Drive to the beautiful coastal village of Demre for lunch. After, board our boat for an afternoon on the Mediterranean Sea. The boat trip includes sailing around Kekova Island, with plenty of time to enjoy the sunshine and scenery. Later, walk to Simena Castle to enjoy the views and archaeological ruins. Then opt to go for a swim in the crystal clear waters or just relax on deck. Stay: Kekova Hotel Kas (B/D)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel then explore as you see fit on a free day at the beautiful coastal town of Kaş. Stay: Kekova Hotel Kas (B)

Leave the beautiful sea behind and head to Pamukkale, passing through fruit orchards on the way. Visit the famous white cliffs of Pamukkale and the ancient site of Hierapolis. Stay: Anya Resort Hotel Pamukkale (B)

Transfer to Selcuk this morning then enjoy a free afternoon. Opt to pre-book a traditional Selcuk cooking class, walk to the remains of St John's Basilica, visit the Mosque of Isa Bey or wander the streets of this vibrant Turkish town. Or catch a local “dolmus” bus to the picturesque village of Şirince (8 km) to sample some local wine or shop for crafts. For dedicated sunseekers, the beach at Pamucaki is also within reach. Stay: Cenka Hotel Selcuk (B)

Visit the ruins of the ancient Roman town of Ephesus. After, head to town and enjoy some free time to explore. Opt to pre-book a traditional Selcuk cooking class, walk to the remains of St John's Basilica, visit the Mosque of Isa Bey or wander the streets of this vibrant Turkish town. Or catch a local “dolmus” bus to the picturesque village of Şirince (8 km) to sample some local wine or shop for crafts. For dedicated sunseekers, the beach at Pamucaki is also within reach. Stay: Cenka Hotel Selcuk (B)

Enjoy a carpet demonstration, Turkey's oldest art form, before visiting the G-supported Cöp(m)adam handicraft cooperation. Spend the rest of the afternoon at the world-famous city of Troy before continuing to the harbour town of Çanakkale, a busy port with a thriving student population. Stay: Bogaz Hotel Canakkale (B)

Make an early morning visit to Gallipoli, where thousands gave their lives during WWI in the battle of the same name. Take in the sights and learn the sombre story. Continue on to İstanbul for the opportunity to finish up your sightseeing or get in some last minute shopping. Stay: Golden Horn Sirkeci Istanbul (B)

Your tour might be finished, but the adventure’s far from over. Pre-book the following activity to experience after your tour ends: Istanbul Walking Tour and Bosphorus Cruise. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night in Istanbul. And don’t worry if you can’t decide now. This activity is available for pre-booking any time before your tour starts, or it can be booked upon arrival in Istanbul. (B)

Trip Inclusions

Discover historic cities and explore the ancient ruins of Ephesus.
Marvel at the extraordinary scenery of Cappadocia.
Enjoy dinner in a local family home.
Relax on an afternoon boat trip.
Live like a local in a Turkish village.

Your G for Good Moment: Güneysinir Community Park , Güneysınır
Your G for Good Moment: Çöp(m)adam Visit, Ayvalık
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Local Living Moment: Dinner with Local Family, Çavuşin
Your Local Living Moment: Turkish Village Homestay, Güneysınır
Istanbul city walking tour
Visit to the Göreme Open Air Museum
Underground city exploration
Afternoon boat trip (Mediterranean sea, weather permitting)
Ancient Hierapolis and Pamukkale entrance and guided walk
Ephesus entrance and visit
Troy entrance and guided visit
Gallipoli battlefields entrance and guided visit
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Hotels (13 Nights), simple village homestay (1 Night)
On this trip you can expect to stay in small family-run hotels or pensions (with the exception of the start and finish hotels, which are often larger city hotels), which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but most importantly all are locally-run, with some traditional character, and in excellent central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights. You can expect to find clean, safe, simple accommodation in convenient locations.
Village Stay: During our village stay we aim to give you the experience of life with a local family. We use two houses with each room sleeping up to three people and sharing the family bathroom. All bedding is provided. In the evening we gather together to enjoy a meal of fresh, local produce with the menu dependent on what is in season.
Please note that pre & post additional accommodations cannot guarantee same gender rooming thus mixed gender rooming may occur.

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

14 breakfasts, 3 dinners

Private air-conditioned van, boat, walking

Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

Trip Reviews (3) Most Recent 'Absolute Turkey' Reviews

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An incredible two weeks in Turkey! 1 Carla, New Zealand, Jun 2024

My first time doing a tour and expectations were exceeded! Our CEO Orçun was just incredible and you could tell he really loves what he does. It was such a treat being chauffeured from place to place and took all of the stress out of it. Thank you for making this such a dream.

Absolute Turkey 1 Dorothy, QLD, Australia, Sep 2019

Apart from no transfer on arrival, the trip was amazing. We had the best tour leader who always had our best interests at heart. The pace was pretty full on but I enjoyed the variety of accommodation, that the accommodation was so close to the centre of each town. The optional tours were very good as well. Turkey took a piece of my heart I fully fell ...read more

18 day Absolute Turkey 1 Jennifer , Australia, Sep 2019

I was amazed with Turkey and the people. The tour leader Zafer was studying classics and his knowledge of the history of Turkey was fantastic, together with the driver Villi they made our tour something to be remembered. G Adventures are professional and very safety conscious. I was also impressed by the projects they put back into the community. My ...read more

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Day 1: Istanbul

Day 2: Istanbul - Bolu

Day 3: Bolu - Cappadocia

Day 4: Cappadocia

Day 5: Cappadocia

Day 6: Cappadocia - Güneysınır

Day 7: Konya - Antalya

Day 8: Antalya - Kaş

Day 9: Kaş

Day 10: Kaş - Pamukkale

Day 11: Pamukkale - Selçuk

Day 12: Selçuk

Day 13: Selçuk - Çanakkale

Day 14: Çanakkale - Istanbul

Day 15: Istanbul

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