Group Solo Travel in Turkey
Travel solo as part of a group tour to Turkey
Why travel solo to Turkey?
A solo group tour of Turkey unites classical architecture and an azure coastline with the country’s famously warm hospitality.
From sailing the Mediterranean coast and dining on fresh fish, to visiting the Unesco World Heritage Site of Ephesus and soaking up the dusky hues of Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys from a hot air balloon, Turkey is a country that packs a punch.
Its cities hold their own, too – a stroll through Istanbul’s atmospheric streets will gift you minarets, mosaics, and mosques, not to mention the heady aromas of the spice bazaar. And, of course, no trip to Turkey is complete without indulging in its rich food heritage, from gözleme (flatbread) pitstops and kebab banquets to a spread of meze washed down with a bottle of the country’s tasty fruit wine.
Ready to explore this remarkable country? Step right this way…
In light of the recent earthquake, we’ve put together some FAQs covering everything you need to know about travel to Turkey right now, and why it should still be top of your list.
Top places to visit in Turkey
IZMIR
Set around an azure bay with a gorgeous seafront promenade, Turkey’s third largest city is a laidback cultural hotspot. The palm-lined boulevards are dotted with elegant mosques and atmospheric bazaars, while ancient Greek and Roman ruins look down from the hilltops.
SELCUK
Famous for some of the world’s best preserved classical sites, the pretty countryside town of Selçuk is where you’ll be able to immerse yourself in Artemis Temple, Isa Bey Mosque and St John Basilica and Ephesus.
CAPPADOCIA
Home to the pastel fairy chimneys, which rise up from the ground and cover the landscape. The best way to experience them is up high in a hot air balloon, and from the driving seat of an ATV – both of which you can do with us.
Istanbul
Byzantine, Genoese, Ottoman, and modern Turkish architecture collide in Istanbul’s impressive skyline. When you’re not ogling beautiful buildings, you’ll be nosing around markets, learning about the nation’s rich cultural heritage and dining at some of the country’s best restaurants.
Trips to Turkey
Turkey Facts
What are the national languages?
Turkish
What is the currency?
Turkish lira
Timezone
Set your watches for GMT+3
Top Three Experiences
1. Take a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys
2. Sail and snorkel the Mediterranean Sea on a private gulet
3. Learn to make Turkish pottery and local delicacies
Top Five Dishes to Try
1. Gözleme – savoury Turkish flatbread
2. Pottery kebab – meat stew prepared in a clay pot or jug
3. Meze – collection of small dishes, dips and spreads, such as hummus, yogurt, and baba ganoush
4. Dolma – stuffed vine leaves
5. Halva – fudge-like dessert made with tahini (sesame seed paste)
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