Geographic Expeditions

A Tribute to Türkiye

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Explore Türkiye Across Two Continents

This custom journey through Türkiye reveals a land where Asia and Europe meet in striking contrast. Here, Ottoman palaces, Greco-Roman ruins, volcanic valleys, and turquoise coasts abound. From vibrant Istanbul to fairy-tale Cappadocia, a region blanketed in volcanic ash, this expert-led adventure blends iconic places and rare-access visits for a rich, immersive experience across two continents.

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What to Expect

Led by your expert guide, begin in Istanbul, where the call to prayer echoes through lanes of spice and stone and vibrant bazaars hum with life. Drift above Cappadocia’s rippled valleys, cross the sunlit Anatolian Plateau to Ankara, and wander marble streets in Pergamon and Ephesus. End with an afternoon on a Turkish gulet, cruising the Aegean’s turquoise bays.

Trip Highlights

  • Explore Türkiye’s contrasts, from Istanbul’s lively alleys to the wind-stirred ruins of Pergamon
  • Revel in tiled courtyards and domes, then trace time-worn paths through ancient Ephesus
  • Discover Cappadocia’s sculpted valleys and frescoed cave churches hidden in soft volcanic rock
  • Savor the warmth of local hospitality over shared meals, craft traditions, and openhearted welcomes

Upcoming Departures

  • Custom Trips Offered Year-Round

Trip Pricing

  • Custom Trip: From $13,240

    Based on double occupancy

Inclusions

  • All handpicked accommodations, ground transportation, and airport transfers
  • All guided sightseeing, events, and experiences
  • Top-tier National and local guides
  • Most meals
  • Most gratuities, excluding National guide
  • Emergency evacuation services and secondary medical expense insurance
  • Dedicated support from GeoEx’s travel experts and in-house air reservations team

Your Route Through Türkiye

Journey at a Glance

  1. A Tribute to Türkiye Byzantine to Bazaar
    Day 1 – 4

    Byzantine to Bazaar

    Uncover modern and ancient Istanbul on foot. Encounter remnants of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. Discover a plethora of treasures in the city's bustling markets and bazaars.

  2. A Tribute to Türkiye Cappadocia & Craft Traditions
    Day 5 – 7

    Cappadocia & Craft Traditions

    Fly to the Cappadocia region for tufa landscapes and cave churches. Trace Anatolian and Silk Road history. Engage with talented artisans.

Our guide went beyond all expectations. He opened doors that were closed to the public and shared a love for the country that enriched our experience. Exceptional.

Justine M.

GeoEx Traveler

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Rock formations in Cappadocia, Turkiye