Turkey

8 itineraries · 0 open departures · 0 missions

Turkey is a transcontinental country straddling Europe and Asia, home to a extraordinary mix of ancient history, diverse landscapes, and vibrant culture. It's renowned for iconic landmarks like Istanbul's Hagia Sophia and the Grand Bazaar, the surreal rock formations of Cappadocia, the turquoise coastline of the Aegean and Mediterranean seas, and the ancient ruins of Ephesus and Troy. Travellers are drawn here for hot-air ballooning, sailing on traditional gulets, hiking the Lycian Way, exploring hammams and bazaars, and sampling one of the world's great culinary traditions. With a well-developed tourism infrastructure and a huge variety of experiences packed into one country, Turkey suits both first-time explorers and seasoned independent travellers.

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Itineraries

Turkey · 6 days

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Six Days in Turkey: Antalya to Istanbul Self-Launched

Follow the same route as Intrepid Travel's popular 18-35s Turkey tour — from Antalya through Konya and Cappadocia to Istanbul — entirely under your own steam. Swap the group leader for local buses, self-booked activities on GetYourGuide, and cosy guesthouses in Göreme. You'll hit every iconic stop (fairy chimneys, underground cities, hot air balloons, Istanbul's Fener-Balat district) at a fraction of the guided price. Note: all costs are estimates based on current budget-traveller rates and may vary by season.

cultureadventurehiking

Travel Crew

~£470

-60%

Save £947 (60% off)

£1,567 retail with Fez Travel → £620 self-launched

Turkey · 8 days

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Best of Turkey: Self-Launched 8-Day Adventure

This self-launched version of Fez Travel's popular Best of Turkey tour covers the same unmissable route — Istanbul, Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale, and Kusadasi/Ephesus — at a fraction of the guided group price. You'll swap the tour bus for overnight coaches and local transport, book your own hostel beds and guesthouses, and self-book activities directly or via GetYourGuide. All the highlights remain: fairy chimneys, hot air balloons, Roman ruins, thermal terraces, and the Grand Bazaar. Estimated costs are approximate and based on budget traveller rates as of 2024–2025.

cultureadventurebackpacker

Travel Crew

~£620

Turkey · 6 days

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Six Days in Turkey: Antalya to Istanbul Self-Guided

cultureadventurehiking

Travel Crew

~£470

-30%

Save £305 (30% off)

£1,020 retail with Intrepid Travel → £715 self-launched

Turkey · 15 days

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Self-Launched Real Turkey: Istanbul to Cappadocia & the Coast

Experience the very best of Turkey independently — from the minarets and bazaars of Istanbul to the Mediterranean coastline, the surreal white terraces of Pamukkale, and the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. This self-launched itinerary follows the same route as Intrepid Travel's 'Real Turkey' Basix tour, swapping guided group travel for local buses, budget guesthouses, and self-bookable activities via GetYourGuide and direct booking. All the magic, a fraction of the price. Costs are approximate estimates per person based on current budget traveller rates.

cultureadventurebeaches

Travel Crew

~£715

-31%

Save £279 (31% off)

£892 retail with Intrepid Travel → £613 self-launched

Turkey · 10 days

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Self-Launched Essential Turkey: Istanbul to Antalya in 10 Days

Experience the best of Turkey independently — from Istanbul's grand bazaars and the solemn Gallipoli Peninsula to the ancient ruins of Ephesus, the surreal white terraces of Pamukkale, a Mediterranean sailing day near Kas, and a final night in buzzing Antalya. This self-launched route follows the same itinerary as Intrepid Travel's Essential Turkey tour, swapping guided group transport for public buses and trains, hotel accommodation for budget guesthouses, and included leader-led tours for self-bookable experiences on GetYourGuide — at a fraction of the price. All costs are approximate estimates based on current budget traveller rates.

culturehistorybeaches

Travel Crew

~£613

-31%

Save £279 (31% off)

£892 retail with Intrepid Travel → £613 self-launched

Turkey · 10 days

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Self-Guided Essential Turkey: Istanbul to Antalya in 10 Days

Experience the best of Turkey independently — from Istanbul's grand bazaars and the solemn Gallipoli Peninsula to the ancient ruins of Ephesus, the surreal white terraces of Pamukkale, a Mediterranean sailing day near Kas, and a final night in buzzing Antalya. This self-guided route follows the same itinerary as Intrepid Travel's Essential Turkey tour, swapping guided group transport for public buses and trains, hotel accommodation for budget guesthouses, and included leader-led tours for self-bookable experiences on GetYourGuide — at a fraction of the price. All costs are approximate estimates based on current budget traveller rates.

culturehistorybeaches

Travel Crew

~£613

-13%

Save £90 (13% off)

£700 retail with Euroriente Travel → £610 self-launched

Turkey · 11 days

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Self-Launched All Türkiye: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus & Beyond

Explore the very best of Turkey independently — from Istanbul's iconic mosques and bazaars to the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, the white travertine pools of Pamukkale, the ancient ruins of Ephesus and Pergamum, and the legendary city of Troy. This self-launched version follows the same classic route as Euroriente Travel's group tour but replaces guided coaches and 4–5 star hotels with local buses, budget-friendly guesthouses, and self-bookable activities via GetYourGuide and direct booking. All costs are approximate estimates per person.

culturebackpackerbudget

Travel Crew

~£610

-30%

Save £305 (30% off)

£1,020 retail with Intrepid Travel → £715 self-launched

Turkey · 15 days

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Self-Guided Real Turkey: Istanbul to Cappadocia & the Coast

Experience the very best of Turkey independently — from the minarets and bazaars of Istanbul to the Mediterranean coastline, the surreal white terraces of Pamukkale, and the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. This self-guided itinerary follows the same route as Intrepid Travel's 'Real Turkey' Basix tour, swapping guided group travel for local buses, budget guesthouses, and self-bookable activities via GetYourGuide and direct booking. All the magic, a fraction of the price. Costs are approximate estimates per person based on current budget traveller rates.

cultureadventurebeaches

Travel Crew

~£715

Missions

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