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Trip Style:Comfort (what does this mean?)

Price: CAD $ USD $2449.00

  $250 deposit required, remaining balance collected 60 days prior to departure.

Duration:15 days

Departures: May 20, 2012 Aug 12, 2012

Highlights:Admire the grand skyline of Istanbul, Discover a Greek ghost town, Walk along the Lycian Way, Taste local fruit wines in a photogenic village, Sail over the sunken city of Kekova, Dip your feet into the thermal waters of Pamukkale's white terraces, Experience the extraordinary landscape of Cappadocia, Dine on tasty Turkish delicacies
 

 

Trip Code:RDP

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Float over sunken cities, discover surreal mountainous landscapes and travel through crumbling ghost towns on this fifteen-day foray into Turkey. Lose yourself in the mysteries and magic of the Ottoman Empire and sample traditional delicacies sourced from land and sea. Spend a day sailing the Mediterranean aboard a traditional Turkish boat, and share a tasty feast with a local family in the Cappadocian Valley. From sharing fruit wine with villagers in a town that time forgot to discovering the old capital of the civilised world, this Turkish delight will do just that.

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Duration 15 days
 

Tour Code RDP
 

Physical Rating You are required to carry your pack on and off trains and buses, up hotel steps, etc. Your itinerary may include easy paced walks or bike rides, but these are on mainly flat ground.
 

Culture Shock Rating The trip includes a range of accommodation, such as basic hotels with western facilities or overnight trains. Days of being on the move are well interspersed, communication with the outside world is ever-present and a wide variety of food is commonly available.
 

Gay Rating 2 (rating definition)

This trip travels to a relatively conservative area. We encourage you to experience the destination and culture with the following in mind:


Accommodation - We do not foresee any problems, however there may be occasions when a same sex couple may be asked to sleep in single beds rather than sharing a double. We appreciate your cooperation.

Public Display of affection - These are frowned upon in this region among all travellers, not just those on an OUT Adventure. This includes holding hands in public.

Gay Activities - This trip may not have specific gay hosted events, meals or day tours due to the cultural sensitivity of this region. We will do our best to provide a safe, comfortable environment for you and your fellow travellers to experience this culture.

Please read the important notes & local dress section of the Trip Notes for more detailed information

Meals Included 12 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner
 

Accommodation Guesthouses/hotels (12 nts), overnight train (2 nts)
 

Transportation Overnight train, dolmus (minibus), public and private bus, ferry, traditional Turkish boat, tram, taxi, walking
 

Trip Style Out Comfort
 

Group Size Maximum of 12 travellers per group
 

Departure Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling
 

Budget Allow EUR €500 for meals not included.
 

Validity 01/01/2010 to 31/12/2010
 

Departs Selected Sun
 

We Also Recommend Continue your Middle East journey on our Comfort Egypt trip. (EDI)

 

Days 1-2 IstanbulDiscover the stunning Blue Mosque and chaotic Grand Bazaar.
 

Days 3-4 GoremeExplore the surreal landscapes and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia
 

Day 5 Antalya via KonyaSee old meet new in this university town.
 

Day 6 AntalyaHead to the coast where beautiful Antalya is set against the Bey Mountains.
 

Days 7-8 KasSwim in sparkling seas, sail over a sunken city or just dine on fresh seafood.
 

Days 9-11 BodrumWalk the beautiful beaches of this popular holiday area on the Aegean Sea, renowned in antiquity under its ancient name, Halicarnassus.
 

Days 12-13 SelcukVisit beautifully preserved ancient Ephesus. Then learn to make gozleme and try some local fruit wines.
 

Day 14-15 IstanbulKate.Drummond@intrepidtravel.com>
 

Departure Date	Spaces available
May 20, 2012	limited space
Aug 12, 2012	space available

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Feedback

	Janja Lalich Chico, CA, USA
"My two and a half weeks in Turkey were perfect! Turkey is the most fascinating, interesting, fun, friendly (and clean) country I have ever visited. Robert at Out Adventures designed the ideal trip for me. I couldn't have asked for more -- and gosh, it was so inexpensive and included so much. I didn't want to come home."

	Phillip Australia
"An amazing trip with what felt like a group of long lost friends!"

	Menard Tarzana, CA
"Immensely enjoyed the trip with Out Adventures. The itinerary was excellent and so was our tour leader and local guides. Our group bonded very well and feel I have made lifelong friends on this trip. Looking forward to my next Out Adventures trip."

	Casey & Steve San Francisco, USA
"My partner and I were a little apprehensive as we had never been on an organized tour before. In every way, the trip exceeded our expectations--good quality hotels in excellent locations, great dining experiences, and valuable local insight from our tour leader. We never knew travel could be this easy... our Out Adventure to Turkey is by far the best travel experience we've shared."

	Jonathan Sacramento, USA
"Wonderful trip - great tour leader, wonderful sights, delicious food and a trip to remember."

	David T Toronto, Canada
"The tour was an excellent way to discover Turkey and I feel I had a authentic experience because of the small group and choice of activities."

Zahir & Dennis Toronto, Canada

"This was our first trip with Out Adventures and we thoroughly enjoyed the content, the locations and the time with our guide and fellow travellers. The trip was a chance to get immersed in the day to day lives of the people of Turkey and with Ramadan going on while we were there, it added an entirely different flavour to the experience. The destinations, sights and experiences were wonderful. I would strongly recommend this type of trip for anyone who wants to truly experience another country's culture."