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As the world leader in travel experiences since 1947, we connect you to the real Turkey, officially named Türkiye in 2021, in a way like no other. Spilling across the border of Asia and Europe, few countries in the world hold the remarkable blend of cultures found here. Our tours through Turkey take you on a voyage of connection and discovery, as we learn the secrets of the spice markets and visiting religious sites with beauty to rival the Eiffel Tower. We'll move beyond the lively city of Istanbul to find otherworldly landscapes that will stir the soul. In Pamukkale, we'll soak in mineral-dense hot springs that cascade over white limestone pool, while in Cappadocia, a sky of hot air balloons drift above an arid valley of peculiar shapes and caves. From the Archaeology Museum to an encounter with belly dancers, the culture we connect with in Turkey is as alluring as a slice of baklava. Travel with us and unlock the infinite possibilities thanks to our exclusive Trafalgar Highlights.
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From the legends of Troy to ancient Greek cities, your travels will reveal the places where history happened. On this in-depth Best of Turkey voyage, you’ll also venture into the Taurus Mountains for lunch with the Yazir community and relax on the shores of the Turkish Riviera.
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Admire the art and architecture of Rome and the rich cultural heritage of Florence. Visit the monasteries of Meteora and see the site of the most important oracle in the classical world.
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Travel along the age-old trading routes that linked East and West, where the Highlights of Turkey are revealed. Haggle in Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, daydream through the fairy-tale landscapes of Cappadocia and walk in the footsteps of the ancient Greeks in Ephesus.
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Be My Guest
In the village of Demircidere, you’ll meet inspiring women who work alongside men in vineyards and olive groves, shaping Turkey’s most equal society. At this Be My Guest experience, make traditional bread, enjoy homemade jams and wines, and gain understanding of the livelihoods of this remarkable community. Experience on Highlights of Turkey.
Stays with Stories
At the Exedra Hotel, you’ll stay in rooms carved from the surrounding rock. During its construction, a hidden chapel was discovered, inspiring the name Exedra—an ancient Roman term for a meeting place of philosophers. Stay here on Highlights of Turkey and Best of Turkey.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience
Meet Ali, your local host in Cappadocia, for a tour of his family-run farm. Taste freshly baked bread and locally grown fruits. Through his dedication to preserving ancient farming traditions, Ali has helped revive regional practices, making his farm a unique source of heritage fruits, herbs, and grains. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Sustainable Production and Consumption. Experience on Best of Turkey.
Learn the secrets of the spice markets, visit stunning religious sites, wander lively Instanbul, then discover otherworldly landscapes of hot springs and hot air balloons. From belly dancers to baklava, our expert Trafalgar Travel Directors will take you on a remarkable voyage through Turkey.
Currency
Turkish lira
Capital City
Ankara
Winter avg
6°C
Language
Turkish
Summer avg
23°C
Good morning
Günaydın
Time Zone
GMT+3
Good evening
İyi akşamlar
"It is always my pleasure to introduce my country to our guests. Trafalgar trips in Turkey, the cradle of civilisations, offer not only deep history, wonderful museums, great cities, amazing architecture but breathtaking natural beauty as well"
A Turkish Hammam scrub is a ritual you need to enjoy when visiting this country. Often teamed with communal bathing and occasionally requiring full nudity, pack your confidence to enjoy this tradition that is truly doing as the locals do.
Turkey is a religious and somewhat traditional country. Pack modest full-length clothing so you can respectfully enjoy momentous religious sights.
A smartphone won't suffice when trying to capture a peculiar desert framing a sky of hot air balloons. Pack a good camera so you can snap Turkey to its full beauty.
Dense in minerals, Turkey's Pamukkale's Cotton Castle Springs may aggravate your swimming clothes should you take a dip. Pack something old and submerge until your heart is content.
Baklava, tea, carpets and jewellery are just some of the goods that will entice you when shopping in Turkey. Leave space for the many treats and trinkets you will want to take home.
Consider your environmental impact when you next take a trip and go single-use-plastic-free by packing a reusable water bottle, a steel straw, your own shopping bags and refillable toiletry bottles.
Depending on your nationality, you'll need a valid passport and may also need visas to enter. Please check this well in advance of your trip departure date here. Some countries also require passports to have 3-6 months left on them before the given expiry date, so be sure to double check this before booking your travels.
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