Explore Turkey on a small-group journey from Istanbul through Cappadocia, the Turquoise Coast and Pamukkale to ancient Ephesus, Troy and Gallipoli, with private transport, a homestay and guided highlights.
  • Walk Istanbul’s historic heart past Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
  • Explore rock-cut churches at Goreme Open Air Museum.
  • Descend into Cappadocia’s ancient underground city complexes.
  • Explore Konya’s Mevlana Museum and learn Rumi’s Sufi legacy.
  • Sail around Kekova Island with views of Simena Castle.
  • Walk Pamukkale’s white travertines and the ruins of Hierapolis.
  • Explore Ephesus’ grand theatre and its reconstructed two-story library.
  • Visit Gallipoli’s ANZAC Cove and Lone Pine memorials.
Stay in locally run small hotels and pensions, with larger city hotels at the start and finish. Standards and facilities vary; some properties may lack elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff. Expect clean, safe, simple rooms in central locations, plus a village homestay with floor bedding and shared bathroom.