Get ready for the ultimate girls’ trip through Turkey in 2026! From the bustling streets of Istanbul to the historical treasures of Canakkale, we’re diving into a blend of ancient history and modern charm. Walk among the iconic ruins, unwind in Pamukkale’s natural thermal pools, and finish the journey with an amazing Sunrise Turkish Breakfast overlooking the fairy chimney valley and you can even join us soaring over Cappadocia’s stunning landscapes in a hot air balloon! This trip is all about adventure, laughter, and exploring Turkey’s jaw-dropping beauty with a fun group – let’s make new memories in 2026!
Dates: August 29st – September 6th , 2026
Be one of the first 8 to sign up for this trip and save $100! Istanbul – Izmir – Pamukkale – Fethiye – Cappadocia
8-22 Spots
Double Occupancy rooms with 2 beds – singles available
Hosted by one of the Adventuring for life ladies with local tour guides + companies in each location
9 Days / 8 Nights
Fly Into Istanbul Airport (IST) – land before Noon on Day 1 so you make the first day tour and cruise!
Fly Out of Istanbul Airport (IST) – There will be 2-3 shared transfers between 8 am – 4 pm
Optional: Hot Air Balloon Ride in Cappadocia – Paragliding in Fethiye – Extend Your Stay in Istanbul for up to 3 extra days for additional city exploration or luxury beauty treatments.
Only a $500 deposit is required to book your spot on this trip. You can make payments as you like until 60 days prior to the trip. All payments are due 60 days prior to July 7th, 2026. Payment plans available.
Read the FAQ! Have any other questions? Contact Rachel via Email or Instagram (@RachelLIkesTraveling or [email protected]). Instagram is the quickest place to get a response.
This 9-day adventure through Turkey will take you to Istanbul, Canakkale, Pamukkale, Fethiye, and Cappadocia, offering an unforgettable mix of ancient history and stunning landscapes. From exploring Troy and the cotton castles of Pamukkale to sailing in Fethiye and soaring over Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys in a hot air balloon, this trip is designed to show you the very best of Turkey.
Highlights
9 Days & 8 Nights of Traveling the stunning country of Turkey
Relax in Thermal Pools in Pamukkale
Airconditioned Private transportation between cities
Take an optional epic hot air balloon ride at sunrise in Cappadocia
Welcome to Istanbul – the driver will meet you at the airport and you’re off to explore the amazing country of Turkey!
Kick off the trip with a visit to the famous Grand Bazaar & Markets of Istanbul, its a great taste of everything Turkey has to offer from Spices to Faux designer goods. Afterwards we’ll freshen up and head out for a magical Bosphorus Night Cruise with dinner and a show. Be sure to land by 1pm so you have time to check into the hotel & can fully enjoy the afternoon exploration and not miss out on the evening cruise. Your driver will meet you at IST airport and handle the transfers, ensuring a smooth start to your adventure.
Included: Market tour, Bosphorus Night Cruise with Show
Good Morning – we’re off to explore one of the only cities in the world that spans two continents! We’re heading out with a local tour guide on this private tour which includes the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace & more! We’ll walk through Istanbul’s Old City, see historic monuments, explore areas with stunning architecture and learn about the history of Turkey while we stop for photos at all the sights along the way.
After working up an appetite we will stop for lunch & enjoy another amazing Turkish meal.
The rest of the day is free for you to explore more of Istanbul. We’ll chat in the group about my favorite options like a Whirling Dervish show, a food tour, or even booking a stunning dress photoshoot over the Bosphorus!
Today, we’ll start early morning and fly from Istanbul to the city of Izmir. From Izmir we’ll set out to visit the ancient city of Ephesus! Ephesus is a remarkable well preserved ancient roman city. After going on a tour of the ruins, taking in the history and imagining the epic stories that unfolded here thousands of years ago. After our time in Ephesus we’ll drive to the city of Denizli
Included: Breakfast, Tour of Ephesus, private transportation from Izmir to Denizli
Have you ever seen something as cool as Pamukkale? Pack an outfit for photos because today we’re going to visit the magical white terraces also known as cotton castles. The thermal waters of Pamukkale are calling your name! The pool levels depend on the recent weather & rains so it may be a wading through them situation or you could even pack a bathing suit and take a tiny dip if you choose to!
After relaxing at the Pamukkale Thermal Pools, we will stop for lunch at a delicious local spot (try the Manti if you haven’t by now!)and to visit a local wine & turkish delight shop then catch a ride to Fethiye, a beautiful coastal escape.
Included: Breakfast, Private Transportation from Denzili to Fethiye, Pamukkale Thermal pools entrance
Enjoy a full day on the water, soaking in the sun and beauty of Fethiye’s coastline. This boat trip takes you to some of the most scenic spots along the coast, with multiple stops for swimming and snorkeling in the Mediterranean’s crystal-clear waters. Relax and take in the breathtaking views as you explore the islands and hidden gems along the way.
Included: Breakfast, Full Day Boat Trip with Lunch
Enjoy your free day in Fethiye! There are plenty of optional activities to choose from, such as the relaxing Turtle Beach and Mud Baths tour, an adventurous Sea Kayaking tour, the thrilling experience of Paragliding, a fun-filled Jeep Safari or you can spend the day just relaxing mid trip. In the late afternoon, we’ll fly to Cappadocia to continue our journey.
Included: Breakfast, Transfer to Airport, Flight to Cappadocia
Experience the breathtaking views of Cappadocia with a full-day tour of the region’s highlights. Explore stunning rock formations and unique valleys, plus the unique underground city only found here! After a full dya of exploring we are going out to enjoy a delicious dinner & show to end your day.
Optional: Wake up early and take a hot air balloon ride for incredible aerial views of Cappadocia. It’s a great way to see the landscape from above and capture stunning photos.
Included: Breakfast, tour of Cappadocia and underground city, Dinner & Show
Wake up early for an amazing turkish breakfast overlooking the valley of fairy chimneys while the hot air balloons take off, an unforgettable way to capture your last morning. Be sure to bring a fun outfit or dress so you can take some amazing photos while we enjoy our breakfast. We will have several shared day use rooms to come back to at our hotel so you can shower and rest before our flight this evening.
Tonight we’ll take a flight back to Istanbul. Those leaving in the morning will stay close by to the airport to make flights out the next day easier. For everyone staying the extra days in istanbul, we will take a short drive into the city to check into our hotel for the next 3 nights.
Included:Turkish Breakfast, Farewell Dinner, Shared day use rooms to shower and reset before our flight later in the day, Flight back to Istanbul, Transportation to & from each airport
Enjoy breakfast before heading to the airport. Everyone leaving today will be in an airport hotel to make your transfer back to the airport seamless & quick.
Optional: Want more time in the capital of Turkey? You can choose to extend your stay in Istanbul for 2nights/3 days extra to explore more of the city with Rachel or indulge in some luxury beauty treatments. These will be considered free days but there are LOTS of areas of Istanbul to explore and Rachel will be going out everyday to different neighborhoods with the group to explore and can help suggest different places to indulge in the city.
Included: Breakfast
Departure from IST
Breakfast
Inclusions
Guided by local tour guides in each location
Visits to Istanbul, Canakkale, Pamukkale, Fethiye, and Cappadocia
Domestic flights
Day trip to Ephesus
8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners
Bosphorus Night Cruise with Show
Grand Bazar & Market Tour
Tour of Old Istanbul
Thermal pools entrance in Pamukkale
Full-day boat trip in Fethiye
Sunrise Turkish Breakfast overlooking the Hot Air Balloons & Fairy Chimneys
All airport transfers throughout the trip
All transportation in A/C vehicles
Exclusions
International flights to/from Turkey
International visas (if needed)
Optional excursions (e.g., Hot Air Balloon Ride)
Meals & drinks not listed in the itinerary
Transportation to/from the airport outside scheduled times
Are flight included?
No, all international flights are not included. All domestic flights within Turkey are included.
Do I get to pick my roommate?
Yes! if you’re signing up with a friend just let me know and you will be put together. If you end up connecting with one of the girls before the trip and decide to room together we can put you together too.
Otherwise I place girls together based on a small roommate survey I send out before the trip. The goal is to put you with a like minded roommate that’s going to make your trip even better. Surprisingly enough, some of my roommate matches have ended up traveling with each other outside these trips, which we think is pretty cool.
Should I buy Travel Insurance?
Yes Travel Insurance is required for this trip.
$150,000 is the minimum medical coverage we recommend.
Travel Insurance quotes can be gotten anywhere online, from past experience of dealing with claims we love these two companies:
Travel Guard by AIG
World Nomads
What is the cancellation policy?
The minimum number of girls for this trip is 8. Once we reach 8, the 25% deposit is no longer refundable as we book our hotels, activities, etc. at that point. If we don’t reach the minimum number of people, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel your trip more than 60 days prior to the trip your 25% deposit is non-refundable but can be used for future Adventuring for Life trips minus a $100 cancellation fee. Anything over the 25% will be refunded automatically.
The trip credit must be used within 12 months of cancellation.
The trip is 100% non-refundable 60 days prior to the trip.
What is the average age range for these trips?
Suprisingly you might not be solo! If you wait to book your flight until we make a group chat then you might be able to find others that are going to be on the same international flight as you into the Dublin airport. Its not guaranteed but when you have 8-20 people flying into the same airport at the same approximate time theres always a really good chance you can link up with someone before the final stop.
