DISCOVER THE REAL ON A WOMEN-ONLY TRIP
Experience the traditional and modern wonders of this fascinating nation on a special expedition
Partly in Europe and partly in Asia, Turkey has been a bridge and a barrier between the two continents for centuries, a land scattered with evidence of civilisations, including the Assyrian, Ottoman and Roman, and conquerors, such as Alexander the Great.
On this exclusive 12-day women-only tour, you’ll visit bustling spice bazaars, ornate mosques and cosmopolitan cities, such as Istanbul.
You will be touring with our expert travel partner Intrepid Travel, who will ensure you discover both the ancient and the new through the lives of local women. You will meet extraordinary people – from a boat captain to businesswomen to a Turkish family – as you learn about tourism, how to make the perfect traditional coffee and the art of fortune-telling, and see some of the most beautiful scenery the region has to offer. A particular highlight will be a visit to a Syrian refugee social enterprise, where you’ll have lunch with women living there.
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COSMOPOLITAN ISTANBUL
Your expedition begins in Istanbul, the metropolis that the Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and Ottomans have previously called home. You’ll spend three days here, with plenty of leisure time to explore the city for yourself. You’ll also meet a local spice merchant, visit a traditional Turkish delight seller and see the magnificent Ottoman-built Süleymaniye Mosque that sits high above the natural harbour of the Golden Horn. There’s also a tour of the Grand Bazaar, a belly dancing class and a women-only hammam.
SEE AUTHENTIC TURKEY
In addition to the Turkish capital, you’ll also visit the Cappadocia region, where you will tour Göreme’s