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Fly over the fairy chimneys aboard a hot air balloon, cook up an Aegean-style feast and sail the Med in your own private boat\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":101734,"menu_order":41,"template":"","thumbnail_video":null,"checkout_hero_banner":null,"acf":[],"template_id":"TR1","duration":8,"trip_limit":8,"img_header":"https:\/\/sandbox.flashpack.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/TR1-Hero-1000x620.jpg","continent":"Europe","country":"Turkey","countries":["Turkey"],"prices_between":{"gbp":{"min":"\u00a32655","max":"\u00a32805"},"eur":{"min":"\u20ac3085","max":"\u20ac3265"},"usd":{"min":"$3305","max":"$3505"},"cad":{"min":"$4350","max":"$4610"},"aud":{"min":"$4880","max":"$5160"},"nzd":{"min":"$5660","max":"$5960"},"hkd":{"min":"$24605","max":"$26205"},"aed":{"min":"DH11500","max":"DH12260"}},"about":"

Turkey\u2019s rich cultural heritage, extraordinary culinary delights and pink-hued terrain collide in spectacular fashion in this seven-night, eight-day trip.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

With your fellow travelers, you’ll lose the tourists, and embrace the real Turkey, a country where you can swim in secret turquoise coves, take to the skies in a hot air balloon<\/a> and pick your way through ruins dating back to the fourth century.<\/span><\/p>\n

Turkey\u2019s famous food and hospitality will form the backbone of your trip, from the talented chefs who show you how to make g\u00f6zleme and the artisans who teach you local crafts<\/a>, to the guides who lead you through classical ruins and take you on a heady tour of Istanbul\u2019s spice market. This is an unmissable odyssey through Turkey, which will sweep you away from the crowds and straight to the heart of this incredible country.<\/span><\/p>\n","highlights":{"Float above the valleys of Cappadocia in a hot air balloon at sunrise":"Float above the valleys of Cappadocia in a hot air balloon at sunrise","Cruise the Med on a private boat, stopping off to swim and snorkel":"Cruise the Med on a private boat, stopping off to swim and snorkel","Take a pottery class with a world famous artist":"Take a pottery class with a world famous artist","Explore Turkey\u2019s ancient architectural heritage including the city of Ephesus":"Explore Turkey\u2019s ancient architectural heritage including the city of Ephesus","Learn to cook authentic Turkish delicacies and dine with the locals":"Learn to cook authentic Turkish delicacies and dine with the locals","From atmospheric mosque to colourful spice market, immerse yourself in the vibrancy of Istanbul on a private insider's tour":"From atmospheric mosque to colourful spice market, immerse yourself in the vibrancy of Istanbul on a private insider's tour","Nis\u0327anyan Hotel":"Nis\u0327anyan Hotel","Doors of Cappadocia":"Doors of Cappadocia","Ece Marina Saray Hotel":"Ece Marina Saray Hotel"},"lang":"us","trip_type":[{"term_id":8452,"name":"Beach Escapes","slug":"beach-escapes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":8452,"taxonomy":"style","description":"More often than not, destinations that are perfect for solo adventures tend to come with picturesque coastlines and pristine beaches. That\u2019s why our list of beach vacations is long.","parent":0,"count":28,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0"},{"term_id":11528,"name":"Escape The Crowds","slug":"escape-the-crowds","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":11528,"taxonomy":"style","description":"Volcanic islands, black deserts, remote oases\u2026 Sometimes, you just need to get as far away as possible and escape the crowds. If that\u2019s the case, let us take you on an off-grid adventure.","parent":0,"count":32,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0"},{"term_id":11873,"name":"Group Bookings","slug":"group-bookings-us","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":11873,"taxonomy":"style","description":"","parent":0,"count":9,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0"}],"hidden":false,"seasons":["spring","summer","autumn"],"scenery":["beach","city","mountain"],"activities":["boat_trip","cooking_class","hiking","local_culture","tasting"],"activity_level":["moderate"],"key_locations":"Fethiye, Pamukkale, S\u0327irince, Ephesus, G\u00f6reme, Cappadocia, Istanbul","itinerary":[{"local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-snapshot":"Fly into Izmir (ADB) | Welcome dinner","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-header":"A welcome feast","local-trip-detailed-itinerary-day-text":"

Your Turkish escapade begins at a boutique hotel on the Aegean coast. Here, you\u2019ll enjoy a welcome drink with your Flash Pack group and guide before heading out into Izmir’s culinary backstreets to sample some stand-out Turkish specialties (think stuffed mussels, vine leaves and lokma honey balls). But don’t fill up! As night falls, you’ll weave your way to a local tavern for a traditional mezze dinner and raise a glass of raki to seven days of adventure to come. What better way to start your trip? <\/span><\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"A welcome feast","text":"

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Fueled by a delicious Turkish breakfast, you\u2019ll head off to the port for the ultimate Aegean experience. Today, you\u2019ll spend an idyllic day soaking up the coastal scenery on your very own private boat. During your hours gently cruising across the glittering Mediterranean, you\u2019ll drop anchor in sheltered bays to swim in the crystal blue water while your crew prepares a delicious lunch on board: think freshly cooked fish or chicken, small plates and salads to share. Back on dry land, you\u2019re in for more foodie delights at an exclusive cookery class just for Flash Pack. Together, you\u2019ll discover traditional Aegean recipes, learn the art of clay pot cooking and spend the evening devouring your creations with your group.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Private boating on the Med","text":"

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After breakfast, you\u2019ll take a short drive to Ephesus \u2013 the best-preserved classical site in the eastern Mediterranean and one of the original Seven Wonders of the World. Take in the vast amphitheatre, stroll the marble streets once walked by Cleopatra and Mark Antony, and marvel at the baths and beautifully restored Library of Celsus. After exploring this ancient wonder, you\u2019ll visit a women\u2019s carpet-weaving cooperative in the sleepy village of \u00c7amlik to learn how the threads are spun, carded and woven into intricate Anatolian patterns. Finish your excursion with a traditional Turkish feast in a local restaurant, seated on the floor, where you can watch local ladies baking g\u00f6zleme – a Turkish version of pancakes.<\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Turkey\u2019s finest classical site","text":"

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Today you\u2019ll fly to Istanbul and check into your final hotel. This ancient city, where East meets West, straddles both Europe and Asia. Although no longer the country\u2019s capital, it remains the economic, cultural and intellectual heart of Turkey with a staggering wealth of attractions: from the huge Byzantine church of Aya Sofya and the imposing city walls to the striking domes and minarets of Ottoman mosques and palaces. This evening you\u2019ll view these incredible sights on board a sunset cruise. Sailing out into the Bosphorus, as the sun sinks slowly below the horizon, you\u2019ll witness the twinkling lights of the great suspension bridge reflected in the glistening strait that separates the two continents.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Sunset on a private yacht","text":"

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It\u2019s time for your last breakfast with your Flash Pack group but it doesn\u2019t need to be your last day in Turkey. We recommend you spend at least a day \u2013 or more \u2013 exploring Istanbul. And then there\u2019s the rest of this beautiful and welcoming country to see. Ask us for some tips, and we\u2019ll happily point you in the right direction. Until next time, safe travels.<\/span><\/p>\n","campaign_id":"","trip_highlight":false,"trip_highlight_strapline":"","quote":{"text":"","author":"","authorSocialUrl":"","date":null},"header":"Goodbye, Turkey","text":"

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