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Turkey (Anatolia)

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Turkey, spanning the Anatolian peninsula between Europe and Asia, is one of the world's most historically and culturally rich destinations. It is home to ancient sites such as Ephesus, Troy, and Cappadocia's fairy chimneys, alongside the grand Ottoman and Byzantine architecture of Istanbul. Travellers are drawn by its diverse landscapes — from the turquoise Aegean and Mediterranean coastlines to volcanic valleys, mountain ranges, and vast steppe. Whether exploring bustling bazaars, hiking the Lycian Way, hot-air ballooning over Göreme, or sailing on a traditional gulet, Turkey offers an extraordinary range of experiences for independent and group travellers alike.

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Turkey (Anatolia) · 5 days

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5 Days Cappadocia – Mt Nemrut – Göbekli Tepe – Gaziantep (Self-Launched)

A self-launched version of Turkey Escapades' 5-day Istanbul–Cappadocia–Mt Nemrut–Göbekli Tepe–Gaziantep loop. Instead of a packaged group tour with domestic flights and drivers, you fly budget from Istanbul to Kayseri, base yourself in a Göreme cave hostel, then work your way east by intercity bus and shared minibus through Adıyaman (Mt Nemrut), Şanlıurfa (Göbekli Tepe, Harran) and Gaziantep before flying back. All the headline sites are self-bookable — either on foot, by local dolmuş, or via day tours on GetYourGuide/Klook. Cost estimates are approximate backpacker rates in GBP; hot-air balloon flight (~£150–230) and domestic flights are extra or included as noted.

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