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Spend six days discovering some of the best bits of central Turkey and Cappadocia. From the Mediterranean Sea in the south to the northern capital of Istanbul, immerse yourself in the culture and history of a truly unique country. Explore Eskisehir and maybe learn about the practices of Sufism and the art and performance of the whirling dervish. Spend three nights in Cappadocia among the fairy chimneys and hot air balloons. Hike through the rocky landscape and natural sandstone monoliths, then make your way to Istanbul – the city that melds European and Middle Eastern cultures into one. Make new friends and feast on as much tasty Turkish cuisine as you can, with a local leader to point you to all the best spots.
- Dine in the home of a local family, where you’ll be treated to a traditional home-cooked Turkish meal and can learn about life in the desert.
- Explore the weird and wonderful world of Cappadocia – this might be the most unusual place in Turkey. Learn all about its fairy chimneys and sprawling rock formations from your expert local leader.
- Wander the warrens of underground cities, homes and churches carved straight into the sandstone of the Cappadocian desert and maybe opt to gaze down at the city from above on a sunrise hot air balloon ride.
- Discover the highlights and the history of Istanbul – a thriving metropolis where East literally meets West.
- Learn about the history and culture of Eskisehir during a visit to the historic Odunpazari district, full of traditional houses and impressive monuments dating to the Ottoman and Seljuk eras.













