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- Platinum Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 12 - 16
- Ages 18-35
Highlights
- Explore Istanbul's vibrant streets and cuisine
- Visit Gallipoli's historic WWI battlefields
- Discover ancient Troy and Ayvalik's culture
- Soak in Pamukkale's thermal 'cotton' pools
- Sail the Mediterranean and see sunken ruins
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Istanbul
- Day 2 Canakkale
- Day 3 Ayvalik
- Day 4 Ayvalik
- Day 5 Selcuk
- Day 6 Pamukkale
- Day 7 Kas
- Day 8 Southern Coast Sailing / Kas
- Day 9 Antalya
- Day 10 Antalya
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
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Operated by
Intrepid Travel
Number of tours
1,534
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
10 hours
Response rate
80%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodGood
Mark· June 6th, 2024The diverse culture, delicious cuisine, and beautiful landscapes made my trip unforgettable. Türkiye truly offers a unique and enriching travel experience.Show more
Intrepid Travel commented on this reviewHi Mark, thank you for sharing your experience and posting this wonderful review. It’s great to know how much you enjoyed your tour. Also, that you were able to experience the amazing history and culture that Turkey has to offer. We look forward to... Show moreTrip date: May 2024- EWElliot· June 24th, 2023Great bunch of people, tour guide was...Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewHi Elliot! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We are thrilled to hear both your fellow travelers and guide contributed to a wonderful trip overall. We hope to welcome you again soon!Trip date: June 2023
- Florinel· September 1st, 2022I went on the tour starting mid August 2022....Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewHi Florinel! Thank you for your review. We're glad to hear what a wonderful time you had exploring Turkey with Tarik! It definitely packs a lot in, and we're glad that helped you get such a full experience of the country. Hopefully, we'll be able to... Show more
Trip date: August 2022 - AKAmro· October 2nd, 2019Simply amazing! The guide, destinations, and...Show moreTrip date: September 2019
- AGeorge M· September 18th, 2019The responsible travel ethos, and the amazing tour guide I had.Show moreTrip date: April 2019
- AAshley B· September 18th, 2019The trip was great and the price was very reasonable. Our guide Sefa Uz worked very hard to make sure our needs and wants were met along the way.Show moreTrip date: April 2019
- AAnushka L· September 18th, 2019Sefa Uz, the tour guide, was absolutely amazing. Could not have had a better intro to Turkey - was very efficient, had an excellent energy, and had a lot of really interesting information about the trip. The itinerary was also very diverse and we got to see a lot of Turkey through responsible travelShow moreTrip date: April 2019
- AAlessandro M· September 18th, 2019I really enjoyed traveling this way. It really made me feel connected to the local community and Turkey. Sefa was an amazing tour guide, not only for his preparation and passion for history, but also for going above and beyond helping us with everything and giving us all the information we needed. 1/1 I would recommend this trip and traveling with Sefa to all my friends.Show moreTrip date: April 2019
- AJames W· September 18th, 2019Gulce was an excellent tour guide.Show moreTrip date: April 2019
- AAmanda H· September 18th, 2019Felt like an authentic travel experience. You get to see the real Turkey. Excellent travel guide (Gulce). Loved every minute of it!Show moreTrip date: April 2019
Dates & Availability
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- From Saturday9 Aug, 2025To Monday18 Aug, 2025EnglishAlmost Sold OutCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:NZ $2,270 per personMultiple Room Types
- -15%From Saturday23 Aug, 2025To Monday1 Sep, 2025EnglishFilling FastCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:$2,110NZ $1,794 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Saturday6 Sep, 2025To Monday15 Sep, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,185NZ $1,967 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-25%From Wednesday17 Sep, 2025To Friday26 Sep, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,060NZ $1,545 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-25%From Saturday27 Sep, 2025To Monday6 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,095NZ $1,571 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Saturday4 Oct, 2025To Monday13 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,120 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-25%From Wednesday8 Oct, 2025To Friday17 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,120NZ $1,590 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Saturday11 Oct, 2025To Monday20 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,075 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Wednesday22 Oct, 2025To Friday31 Oct, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,040 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Saturday21 Mar, 2026To Monday30 Mar, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $2,050 per personMultiple Room Types
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Linda
Asked on June 2nd, 2025I am looking for a tour through Turkey preferably this August. I am a fit 69 year old and will be travelling alone.
Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2025We have several Turkey trips available. What's next? We are pleased to offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours, after which a deposit is required to confirm your space.
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Jade
Asked on April 28th, 2025Can I please get a room with someone of the same gender?
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Jade
Traveler•Written April 2025If there are places that require an entry fee, can I choose not to enter if I don't want to?
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Jade
Traveler•Written April 2025I would like to book the hot air balloon ride by myself. Also, for paragliding, I would prefer to book it on the spot if a female trainer is available. Is that possible?
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Jade
Traveler•Written April 2025Will the guide pick me up and drop me off every day during the trip?
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Jade
Traveler•Written April 2025Since I am a student, is there any student discount available?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2025
If you do not book single supplement, you will be roomed with another traveler of the same gender.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2025
You can pay and arrange optional activities on ground with the leader's help. You can also opt out of any included/optional activities but there won't be any refunds if you opt out of included activities.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2025
You will be travelling in the group transport throughout the trip. However, if you need airport pickup or drop off, this should be booked at an additional cost.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2025
We are able to provide you a student discount, but we would be needing a copy of your student identity card to proceed with this.
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Pat
Asked on April 27th, 2025Does this mean we would have to carry our luggage with us, loading onto the bus, then carrying this while sight seeing/reaching the next hotel?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2025
Yes, with this tour, you will be required to carry your own luggage onto and off the buses. While you won't have to walk long distances with it, we recommend packing as lightly as possible, with a luggage weight limit of 15kg. This will make it easier when moving between locations, especially since the streets in some places may have cobblestones and narrow paths.
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Thomas
Asked on March 27th, 2025Is this ok, and is there a way to get money back for this lost night?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
You are able to leave the trip at any point you would just need to advise the leader and sign off of the trip. Unfortunately, we are not able to refund for any lost accommodations or included activities that may be missed.
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Thomas
Traveler•Written April 2025If we wanted to fly out on the morning of the 1st or evening of the 31st where and which aiports should we consider?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2025
The closet airport would be the Antalya International Airport (AYT).
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Thomas
Traveler•Written April 2025How would you recommend we get to the airport?
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Thomas
Traveler•Written April 2025Are there taxi companies that we could use late at night?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2025
We can help you in pre-arranging a departure transfer to Antalya Airport but only from the Finishing point hotel. You can also arrange a taxi service with the tour leader or hotel reception's help.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2025
On Day 9, group will be travelling from Kas to Antalya by public bus, and the travel time is approximately 4.5 hours. While exact timing can vary depending on traffic and local conditions, can generally expect to arrive in Antalya in the early afternoon, usually between 1:00 PM and 2:30 PM.
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Frederique
Asked on February 9th, 2025Is travel insurance needed for the tour?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2025
While travel documents are not mandatory for the meeting point, it is advisable to have your TourRadar confirmation and travel insurance for security.
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Patrick
Asked on January 10th, 2025How are rooms allocated on the tour?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
If you are booking as a couple, you will be roomed together. Solo travelers are paired with another traveler of the same gender. Double rooms can be requested where possible.
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Rens
Asked on November 15th, 2024Is there an option for not sharing a room?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
The tour rates are based on twin sharing, but a single supplement can be purchased to secure a private room.
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Ulrich
Asked on November 9th, 2024How strict is the tour on age limits?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
The age group is specifically 18-29. However, considerations may be made if you are slightly above this age range, depending on the tour's requirements.
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Mouglimed
Asked on November 3rd, 2024What should I bring for the tour?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
Most travelers find it convenient to carry a backpack or a wheeled bag with straps for ease of mobility during the tour.
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Atalya
Asked on August 20th, 2024What are the age restrictions for the Essential Turkey tour?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2024
The Essential Turkey tour is specifically for 18 to 29-year-olds. Alternative tours are available for travelers over 29.
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