History itineraries

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.

Travel Crew

~£613

Ditch the group tour premium and explore Egypt's legendary ancient wonders on your own terms. This 9-day self-guided itinerary follows the same iconic route — Cairo's Pyramids and Sphinx, the sleeper train to Aswan, a traditional Nile felucca night, and Luxor's Valley of the Kings — but books everything independently to slash costs dramatically. You'll stay in budget hotels and guesthouses, ride Egypt's legendary overnight trains, paddle the Nile by kayak, and wander bazaars and temples at your own pace. All costs are approximate estimates per person based on current budget traveller rates.

Travel Crew

~£455

Ditch the group tour premium and explore Egypt's legendary ancient wonders on your own terms. This 9-day self-launched itinerary follows the same iconic route — Cairo's Pyramids and Sphinx, the sleeper train to Aswan, a traditional Nile felucca night, and Luxor's Valley of the Kings — but books everything independently to slash costs dramatically. You'll stay in budget hotels and guesthouses, ride Egypt's legendary overnight trains, paddle the Nile by kayak, and wander bazaars and temples at your own pace. All costs are approximate estimates per person based on current budget traveller rates.

Travel Crew

~£455

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.

Travel Crew

~£613