2 independent reviews for Turkey highlights holiday, 10 days
Reviews for Turkey highlights holiday, 10 days
David Shutter review 28 Sep 2026
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
The sights and sounds of Istanbul, the emotions of visiting the war memorials and cemeteries in Gallipoli, the magnificent ruins of Troy, Pergamon and Ephesus, the totally awe inspiring Cappadocian landscape from a hot air balloon.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Make sure you know a little about the history of the region (it can get very confusing) and take a good guide book as a back up to the guides who were mainly excellent.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
This is a difficult question mainly due to ingrained issues within Turkey. Amongst other issues the Turkish economy is poor with very high inflation and a lack of tourists due to the world political situation. The country is suffering from a lack of tourism. Consequently we were generous in our tips to hotel staff, guides etc. We did buy a carpet which we're very pleased with and we understand this benefits an educational program for girls in the eastern part of the country towards the Syrian border, an area where girls' education is limited by religion. We did use all forms of public transport in Istanbul, train, tram, ferry, funicular.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
This was a trip to celebrate my partners 70th Birthday. It was excellent with a good mix of tourist sites, history, nature and relaxation. Tijen met and surpassed the brief and her suggestions such as the Bosphorus birthday boat trip made a great contribution.Farkhanda Khan review 2 Oct 2026
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
All of Turkey is remarkable.2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Pick good weather so the balloon ride in Cappaducia can happen. Be prepared for food prices to be on high side. Since the Hagia Sophia has become a mosque it is very confusing where the tourists can go and at what times. Public transportation in Istanbul is fantastic. Cheap and efficient.3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Definitely. Food, hotels, shopping all benefited the local economy.4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
8 out of 10.Holiday Reviews
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