Turkish Treasures 2025 Boutique Experience Tours

THE MAGIC OF TURKIYE


Marvel at the many wonderful ancient historical and archaeological sites throughout Turkiye, from Hittite, Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman and modern times
Explore the wonders of Istanbul – a city straddling two continents

Be amazed by the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, discover secrets in Topkapi Palace and admire the exquisite mosaics in the Byzantine Chora Church

Be amazed in the shopper's paradise, the Grand Bazaar (4500 shops) and Spice Bazaar
Cruise up the Bosphorus; gateway to the Black Sea, between Europe and Asia

Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites - Troy, Pergamum, Ephesus and Hieropolis at Pamukkale

Walk in the footsteps of Australian ancestors at ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine and the Nek                              

Visit a vineyard cellar door on Gallipoli Peninsula

Shop for deliciously fresh seasonal produce in local village markets and prepare and enjoy some Turkish culinary delights

Sail on, and swim in the crystal clear, turquoise Aegean Sea
Take an exhilarating sunrise hot-air balloon ride over the lunar landscape of Cappadocia (optional)
View beautiful ceramic pieces being made in Avanos

Be astonished by the underground cities in Cappadocia, believed to date from 6th century

Delight in the experience of an authentic Turkish bath in a beautifully restored 16th century hamam (optional)

And, of course, admire the age-old art of Turkish rug-making, and possibly even purchase one!

    All this and much more will delight all your senses on this tour of a lifetime to magnificent Turkey.

                 

    TOUR No. 1    NOW CLOSED

    DATES ~ 27th May - 11th June 2025

     

    TOUR NO. 2      JUNE TOUR

    DATES ~ 16th June - 1st July 2025

    PRICE - $9,000 per person, twin share

                 $1,000 single supplement

    TOUR NO. 3     SEPTEMBER TOUR

    DATES ~ 10th September - 25th September 2025

    PRICE - $9,000 per person, twin share

                 $1,000 single supplement

    TOUR NO. 4    SEPT/OCTOBER TOUR

    DATES ~ 29th September - 14th October 2025

    PRICE - $9,000 per person, twin share

                 $1,000 single supplement

     TOUR DEPOSIT

    $1,500 deposit per person to secure booking ($500 non-refundable)

    GROUP SIZE - Maximum 10 people

    INCLUDED IN THE TOUR PRICE
    *Airport transfer Istanbul | hotel
    *Internal return flights Istanbul | Cappadocia & Bodrum
    *All land travel by minibus | coach 
    *All 4 Star hotel accommodation
    *Porterage in and out of hotels
    *All breakfasts, welcome dinner and some lunches
    *All entrance fees to sights as indicated in itinerary 
    *Services of tour leaders throughout the tour
    *Services of experienced local guides throughout the tour

    NOT INCLUDED IN TOUR PRICE
    *Return international airfares Australia | Istanbul
    *Comprehensive travel insurance
    *Visa fees 
    *Turkish bath (hamam) in Istanbul (optional)
    *Swim in Cleopatra's Thermal Pool at Pamukkale (optional)
    *Alcoholic beverages
    *Expenses of a personal nature e.g. laundry, phone calls, snacks
    *Some lunches and most dinners
    *Hot air balloon ride (optional) in Cappadocia or any "free-time" activity