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Best of Turkey
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Best of Turkey

4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
26% OFF$3,233
15 days From$2,395

Highlights

  • Discover the ancient and modern lives within Turkey as you explore thousands of years of history in the remarkable ruins of Ephesus, discover a WWI battlefield in Gallipoli, and immerse yourself in the vibrant vibe of the university town Eskesihir.
  • Take in the dizzying diversity of this epic landscape with a visit to the stunning natural hot springs of Pamukkale, a cruise along the picture-perfect Turkish coast over Sunken Cities, and an optional hot-air balloon ride over the fairy-tale land of Cappadocia.
  • Get to know the friendly locals over a home-cooked dinner in Cappadocia, then get treated to a Turkish BBQ feast by your local hosts in Kayakoy
  • Pull on your walking shoes and set out on a half-day trek along a section of rugged coastline, following part of the ancient walking trail of the Lycian Way and exploring the exotic landscape of Cappadocia on a short hike in the valley.
  • Get among local life, from taking local buses and trains to enjoying a traditional gulet (boat) trip and staying in one of the cave hotels that Cappadocia is famed for.
26% OFF$3,233
15 days From$2,395
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Turkey Encompassed
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Turkey Encompassed

4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
19% OFF$3,979
15 days From$3,235

Highlights

  • Spend three nights staying in the incredible region of Cappadocia, explore the caves, chimneys and the honeycombed terrain of this fascinating place.
  • Discover the iconic sites of Gallipoli, Ephesus and Pamukkale with your locally-based leader by your side to teach you all about the history and culture intertwined here.
  • Be welcomed into a local cave home and treated to a special home-cooked lunch prepared by your host. Tuck into delicious food and friendly conversations and top off your meal with a bite of traditional Turkish delight.
  • Rub shoulders with friendly locals during a relaxing boat cruise through a series of picturesque islands and enjoy another homemade Turkish lunch with your hosts on board.
  • Marvel at Istanbul's most revered sites during a guided walk where you'll discover the 17th century Blue Mosque, and head to the ancient Hippodrome to see intriguing monuments like the Obelisk of Theodosius, Snake Pillar and German Fountain of Wilhelm II.
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19% OFF$3,979
15 days From$3,235
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Explore Egypt
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Explore Egypt

4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
29% OFF$2,243
15 days From$1,602

Highlights

  • Set sail on one of the world’s most iconic rivers with an included felucca trip down the Nile. Relax and soak up the landscapes as scenes of everyday Egyptian life pass you by.
  • Bask in the unique atmosphere of Aswan and experience not only the warmth and charm of Nubian hospitality but also some delicious traditional cuisine at a local homestay.
  • Explore the balmy Red Sea on a snorkelling adventure in Hurghada – sharing a tasty lunch aboard the yacht and looking out for clownfish, turtles and manta rays among the kaleidoscopic coral.
  • Uncover one of the greatest cities in antiquity, Alexandria, reborn as Egypt’s alternative capital, and pay your respects at El Alamein – an important World War II battle site.
  • Lose yourself in Cairo’s many iconic sites – visit Giza’s great pyramids (one of the Seven Wonders of the World), the Sphinx and maybe head inside The Great Pyramid of Khufu.
29% OFF$2,243
15 days From$1,602
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South Morocco Discovery
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South Morocco Discovery

4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
26% OFF$1,418
11 days From$1,050

Highlights

  • Take a guided hike through the High Atlas Mountains and spend a night with an Amazigh family’s gite.
  • Travel in a camel convoy and a 4WD to Erg Chigaga in the deep Sahara – the most majestic place to watch the sunset – and spend a night in an Amazigh camp under the North African stars, away from any sound or light pollution.
  • Veer off the beaten track to Tata and Tafraoute, deep in the Anti Atlas Mountain Range. Check out giant blue rocks, visit the traditional granary, meet the women at a local women’s coop producing Argan oil and duck in and out of souqs.
  • Recharge with two days in seaside Essaouira where Jimi Hendrix spent time in the 60s, and explore the whitewashed houses, lively port and tiny, picturesque alleyways.
  • Explore Ait Benhaddou – a UNESCO World Heritage site with a grand history and a long list of film and TV credits, on a walking tour with a local guide who knows all the local insights.
26% OFF$1,418
11 days From$1,050
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Madrid to Marrakech
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Madrid to Marrakech

4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
26% OFF$3,583
15 days From$2,654

Highlights

  • Wander around Salamanca's lit up Plaza Mayor by night and explore the cobblestoned streets of Seville by day – Andalusia's largest city.
  • Enjoy an unforgettable Fado performance in Coimbra. Fado is an emotional form of Portuguese music which often expresses the hard realities of daily life, balancing both resignation and hopefulness.
  • Make the most of your free time in Lisbon – this city has so much to offer, from its beautiful museums, monuments and parks to its famous trams, bars and restaurants.
  • Buy fresh local produce at the morning market during your stay on The Algarve and soak up the sun on the calm beaches. Then, watch the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean from your accommodations' rooftop terrace.
  • Explore the twisting, colourful labyrinthine streets of the Fes and Marrakech medinas with a local guide to lead you to all of the best spots and ensure you don't get lost!
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Jordan Discovery
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Jordan Discovery

4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
19% OFF$1,951
8 days From$1,586

Highlights

  • Get your first glimpse of The Treasury in Petra – a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Spend a day taking in this unforgettable place on a guided tour, then enjoy free time to explore.
  • Experience the unique sensation of floating in the super-salty waters of the Dead Sea, then cover yourself in the mineral-rich mud for a spa treatment like no other.
  • Be welcomed into a local home in Petra where you’ll chat to your friendly family hosts over a traditional meal and learn what life is like in this popular spot.
  • Meet Bedouin locals, learn about their ways and sleep under the stars in a desert camp in the far-out destination of Wadi Rum.
  • Relax in the seaside town of Aqaba on the shores of the Red Sea relax around its untouched reefs and transparent waters – a spectacular spot for snorkelling.
19% OFF$1,951
8 days From$1,586
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Best of Morocco
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Best of Morocco

4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
26% OFF$1,716
15 days From$1,271

Highlights

  • Trek through the dramatic red dunes of the Sahara Desert on a camel’s back, experiencing an unforgettable sunset – then stay under a blanket of North African stars in a desert camp.
  • Embrace the Atlantic breeze in the coastal town of Tangier and see the vivid blue hues of Chefchaouen over sunset, while you explore the houses and laneways of this surreal city.
  • Stay in a traditional Amazigh homestay high in the Atlas Mountains and enjoy a homecooked meal of Moroccan favourites, learning about the culture and traditions of an Indigenous population who’ve stood the test of time.
  • Kick back in the coastal town of Essaouira and discover the winding laneways at your own pace. Then, meet a local fisherman by the seaside and learn about his life and this traditional practice.
  • Explore the old medina of Marrakech and the labyrinthine medina of bustling Fes with knowledgable local guides, discovering the myriad of sights, smells and sounds along zigzagging lanes. Then, discover the colourful chaos of Djemaa el-Fna Square.
26% OFF$1,716
15 days From$1,271
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Explore Jordan
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Explore Jordan

4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
26% OFF$1,777
8 days From$1,316

Highlights

  • Enjoy a two-day pass to Petra, giving you time to explore the complex at your leisure after a guided tour with an expert.
  • Experience the best buoyancy this side of outer space as you effortlessly float in the super-salty waters of the Dead Sea.
  • Hop in a jeep and see the extraordinary desert scenery of Wadi Rum – a rugged lunar-like landscape of huge sandstone mountains and ancient structures hidden in the sandy dunes.
  • Spend two nights under the stars with a special experience at a desert camp run by Bedouin locals – full of good food and warm hospitality.
  • Marvel at the remarkably well-preserved ancient Roman city of Jerash on a guided tour, then discover the religious significance and Ottoman-Byzantine influences in Madaba.
26% OFF$1,777
8 days From$1,316
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Cynthia

Oct 2015

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Best of Turkeyby Intrepid Travel

This was my fifth trip with Intrepid.

This was my fifth trip with Intrepid. The format suits my tastes for travel. Despite the long bus rides and one very dirty hotel, this was a wonderful trip. I was...

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Suzanne

Oct 2015

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Best of Turkeyby Intrepid Travel

Overall the trip was everything I imagined

Overall the trip was everything I imagined and so much more - the historical information our group leader was able to give was fantastic and helped in my understandi...

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Gayatri

Oct 2015

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Best of Turkeyby Intrepid Travel

I've done several Intrepid trips now, and

I've done several Intrepid trips now, and each one has been great. The way the trips are organised makes it really easy to travel and get under the skin of a place l...

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Sandra

Oct 2015

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Best of Turkeyby Intrepid Travel

This was an action-packed trip that covered

This was an action-packed trip that covered land, sea and a...

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Brenda

Oct 2015

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Best of Turkeyby Intrepid Travel

You offer a 5 % discount if

You offer a 5 % discount if you rebook another trip, I wrote twice before I booked this trip to say I had done a trip Bangkok - Bangkok and would I get a discount.....

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