A Women's Türkiye Expedition Trip 2027

 
 

An Immersive Journey for the Curious Woman Traveler

Türkiye Women's Expedition

Istanbul · Cappadocia · Konya · Pamukkale · Selçuk · Ayvalık

 

This woman-only journey is designed and hosted by Dina Holland for a like-minded group of women on a ten-day expedition through the heart of Türkiye.   From Istanbul's legendary bazaars to Cappadocia's fairy chimneys, from the ancient ruins of Ephesus to a traditional hamam in the city that has always bridged East and West — every experience has been curated to connect, inspire, and empower.

 
 

What's included:

✓  9 nights boutique hotel accommodation

✓  Daily breakfast (9)

✓  Welcome dinner — Day 1

✓  Home-cooked dinner in Avanos (Day 3)

✓  Lunch in Ayvalık (Day 8)

✓  Airport arrival & departure transfers

✓  Domestic flight (Istanbul–Kayseri)

✓  Private A/C vehicle transfers throughout

✓  English-speaking leader throughout

✓  Grand Bazaar & Historic Peninsula walk

✓  KEDV women's social enterprise visit

✓  Topkapi Palace & Harem guided tour

✓  Spice Bazaar visit

✓  Göreme Open Air Museum (UNESCO)

✓  Soğanlı Valley soft hike

✓  Kitre doll-making with local artisans

✓  Felt-making atelier visit in Konya

✓  Hierapolis ancient city & travertines

✓  Ephesus ancient ruins

✓  Şirince village wine tasting

✓  Women's-only traditional hammam

✓  Private Bosphorus cruise with drinks

✓  Entrance/admission fees (included activities)

✓  24-hour local office support
 
 

What's not included:

International Flights
Airline Baggage and Seat Fees
Visas (Türkiye e-Visa Required)
Travel Insurance
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Drinks with included meals
Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride (Cappadocia)
Options Activities 
Late Hotel Check Out Rates
Gratuity for Leaders, Guides & Drivers
Personal Expenses
Single Supplement Rate (Shown Under Packages)
 
 
 

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

 

DAY

DATE

CITY

HIGHLIGHTS

1

Oct 6

Istanbul

Welcome meeting · KEDV women's social enterprise · Grand Bazaar · Historic Peninsula walk · Welcome dinner

2

Oct 7

Istanbul

Topkapi Palace & Harem · Sultanate of Women history · Home visit: borek & coffee fortune-telling · Spice Bazaar

3

Oct 8

Cappadocia

Fly to Kayseri · Drive to Göreme · Open Air Museum (UNESCO) · Home-cooked dinner in Avanos

4

Oct 9

Cappadocia

Optional hot air balloon at dawn · Soğanlı Valley hike · Kitre doll-making with local women artisans

5

Oct 10

Konya

Drive to Konya · Felt-making atelier visit · Free afternoon · Optional: Mausoleum of Rumi

6

Oct 11

Pamukkale

Drive to Pamukkale · Hierapolis ancient city · Iconic white travertine terraces (Cotton Castle) · Free afternoon

7

Oct 12

Selçuk

Drive to Selçuk · Ephesus ancient ruins · Şirince village wine tasting · Dinner with Hatice — local chef & entrepreneur

8

Oct 13

Ayvalık

Drive to Ayvalık · Cop Madam women's upcycling project · Ottoman town stroll · Included lunch

9

Oct 14

Istanbul

Return to Istanbul · Women's-only traditional hammam (1584) · Private Bosphorus cruise with drinks

10

Oct 15

Istanbul

Farewell breakfast · Free to depart at leisure
 
 

Cancellation policy:

Cancellation prior to final payment due date the deposit will be held as a future credit.
Cancellation after final payment will incur 100% cancellation fees.
No shows will be treated as a cancellation and will incur 100% cancellation fees.
Name changes allowed up until final payment due date.

Available Packages

Single Room Rate (Based on 1 Adult in the Room)
Available until August 15, 2026

$4,349.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

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Pricing includes the single supplement rate of $1,002.
 
This rate is based on a total group size of 12.  Minimum number of travelers required is 6.  
Pricing will vary based on total number of travelers booked.  

Shared Twin Room Rate (Based on 2 Adults in the Room)
Available until August 15, 2026

$3,495.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

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This rate is based on a total group size of 12.  Minimum number of travelers required is 6.  
Pricing will vary based on total number of travelers booked.  

Extra options

Travel Insurance
Available until August 15, 2026

$0.00

  • Pricing is based on traveler age, trip cost, and home state.
  • Pre-existing health conditions may need to be covered at time of deposit. 

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