Tailor-made Holiday · Turkey
Discover Turkey
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At a glance
Explore Turkey from Hagia Sophia to the caves of Cappadocia. Turkey is home to many of the world's most dazzling historical sites. What is now Istanbul used to be the heart of the Roman Empire.
This itinerary also includes a trip to the caves of Cappadocia.
Day by day
This is a sample plan, not a fixed departure. Days can be added, removed or reordered, and almost every client changes something. Prices are an entry-level guide; your quote will be exact.
Day 1 And 2: Istanbul
Istanbul is a city of great drama and historical significance. Once the Eastern capital of the Roman Empire, it fell to the Turks in 1453. At the Istanbul Archaeology Museum, you can see the chain that once sealed the city’s major waterway in Byzantine times. You can also see a contemporaneous cast of the canon the Turks used to overwhelm the city.
Visit the chic Çukurcuma neighbourhood, check out Orhan Pamuk’s Museum of Innocence and visit the iconic Hagia Sophia.
Day 3-4: Izmir
Take a short flight to Izmir and visit one of the most liberal cities in the country, try the seafood and explore the Roman city of Ephesus.
Day 5 And 6: Pamukkale
Today you’ll transfer to Pamukkale by car. Bring your swimwear – you’ll be bathing in the same pools the Romans once bathed in. You’ll be spending the night in Pamukkale village. If you explore the sites early in the morning you’ll avoid the crowds.
You can check out the remains of Hierapolis, an ancient spa city. You’ll be transferred to the airport for an early flight to Cappadocia.
Day 7 And 8: Bozcaada
Take an early morning hot air balloon flight and the rooftops and the caves below. This will be an unforgettable experience. Then, after a stiff drink, explore the famous caves of Cappadocia and Goreme Open-Air Museum.
Day 9 And 10: Istanbul
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Istanbul. Enjoy another day and night exploring the city.
The following day you’ll be transferred to the airport for your return flight.
Included
- Accommodation as listed
Not included
- International Flights
- Travel insurance
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Frequently asked questions
What does Out Of Office do?
Out Of Office is a luxury LGBTQ+ travel company specialising in tailor-made holidays and extraordinary journeys around the world. We create bespoke luxury holidays, LGBTQ+ honeymoons, safaris, cruises, beach escapes, private tours and group trips, with every itinerary designed around you. Our travel specialists combine global expertise, first-hand destination knowledge and trusted local partners to create seamless, highly personalised experiences.
Is Out Of Office a gay travel agency?
Out Of Office is an LGBTQ+ owned and run luxury travel specialist, with particular expertise in gay and LGBTQ+ travel. We understand the additional considerations that can come with travelling as an LGBTQ+ person or couple, from local laws and customs to finding genuinely welcoming hotels and experiences.
We welcome every traveller, including friends, families and allies. Many of our clients are not members of the LGBTQ+ community, but choose Out Of Office for our luxury travel expertise, personalised service and discretion.
Do you create tailor-made LGBTQ+ holidays?
Yes. Every tailor-made trip with Out Of Office is designed from scratch around your interests, travel style, budget and the way you want to experience a destination. We can arrange luxury hotels, private transfers, flights, guides, excursions, cruises and special experiences as part of one personalised itinerary. The journeys shown on our website are there to inspire you rather than restrict you; only clearly identified group departures operate as fixed itineraries.
How do you choose LGBTQ+ friendly hotels and destinations?
We combine first-hand destination knowledge with trusted local expertise to recommend luxury hotels, resorts and experiences where LGBTQ+ travellers can feel informed and welcome. We also consider the laws, customs and attitudes of each destination, because LGBTQ+ rights and experiences differ around the world. Our team regularly visit many of the properties we work with and where a destination requires greater awareness, we give you clear and considered advice so that you can make an informed decision about where and how you travel.
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Start Planning Your Trip
Tell us where you would love to go, when you are thinking of travelling and what kind of trip you have in mind. One of our LGBTQ+ travel specialists will create a tailor-made itinerary designed around your destination, style and preferences.
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