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10 best Turkey small group tours
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- Absolutely Turkey (Small Group)
- Pergamon Group Tour
- Cappadocia Sinasos Group Tour
- Highlights of Turkey - 9 Days Small Group Tour
- 13-day Best of Turkey (Small Group Tour)
- MAGICAL MESOPOTAMIA Göbeklitepe Antep Mardin Diyarbakır Şanlıurfa group tour
- 10-day Group tour in Turkey with Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Cappadocia
- Treasures of Turkey - 10 days Small Group Tour
- Turkey Super Saver (Small group)
- Ephesus Group Tour
Absolutely Turkey (Small Group)
65 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Thank you for a wonderful experience.”
Darlene, traveled in August
Small groups of 12-20 travelers enjoy privileged access to Goreme's cave churches and Ephesus's ancient ruins. The intimate setting allows for personal attention from English-speaking guides while exploring UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Duration 7 days Destinations Istanbul, Ankara, Lake Tuz, Nevsehir, Kaymakli, Goreme, Cavusin, Urgup, Uchisar, AvanosSee all destinations Age Range 6 to 80 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Group Size Max Group Size 28 Group Type Group Operator Eskapas From $2,000
50% Off- US$1,000You save $1,000
Duration 1 day Destinations Kusadasi, Pergamum Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Fez Travel From
50% Off- US$195
Duration 1 day Destinations Cappadocia, Mustafapasa Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Fez Travel From
50% Off- US$375
Intimate groups of typically 10-15 travelers explore Turkey's highlights, allowing privileged access to sites like Goreme Open Air Museum and House of Virgin Mary. Small size ensures personalized attention at craft demonstrations in Avanos and wine tasting in Sirince Village.
Duration 9 days Destinations Istanbul, Cappadocia, Kuşadası, Pamukkale Age Range 10 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 15 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator True Blue Tour From
50% Off- US$1,787
13-day Best of Turkey (Small Group Tour)
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“An amazing tour. The tour itself was outstanding value. We highly recommend this tour.”
Peter, traveled in September
Groups of 12-15 like-minded travelers gain intimate access to Topkapi Palace and Goreme Open Air Museum. The cozy atmosphere enables personal guidance at UNESCO sites and authentic experiences at local rug workshops and leather centers.
Duration 13 days Destinations Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Kusadasi, Selcuk, Pamukkale, Antalya, Konya, Cappadocia, Ankara Age Range up to 90 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 24 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Flo Tours From
50% Off- US$1,995
Small groups travel through Turkey's southeastern treasures in comfortable minivans, accessing narrow streets of Mardin's old town. English-speaking guides lead visits to Gaziantep's spice markets and historical sites like Kasımiye Madrasa and Diyarbakır's Ten-Eyed Bridge.
Duration 4 days Destinations Gaziantep, Harran, Mardin, Diyarbakır Age Range 1 to 75 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 10 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Holitera Turizm From
50% Off- US$1,749
Small groups receive personalized attention at Lone Pine Memorial and Chunuk Bair Cemetery. Authentic moments unfold with fellow travelers at Troy's ancient ruins and Ephesus's marble streets. Open to travelers aged 5+.
Duration 10 days Destinations Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamum, Kusadasi, Pamukkale, Cappadocia, Ankara Age Range 12 to 85 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Operator Holitera Turizm From
50% Off- US$5,000
Travel with 14-70 year olds in intimate groups through Turkey's highlights. Small size ensures personal attention at Göreme Open Air Museum and peaceful exploration of Şirince Village's wine houses. Expert guides provide in-depth commentary at each UNESCO site, including ancient Ephesus.
Duration 10 days Destinations Cappadocia, Antalya, Pamukkale, Kuşadası, Pergamum, Çanakkale, Istanbul Age Range 14 to 70 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 14 Group Type Group Operator True Blue Tour From
50% Off- US$1,820
Turkey Super Saver (Small group)
22 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour is very well organized. Hotel are almost five star in most of the cities. Excellent for its price.”
Myriam, traveled in November
Groups gain close-up access to Topkapi Palace and Virgin Mary's House. With an exceptional 4.8/5 rating from 20+ reviews, travelers receive personalized attention from bilingual guides while wandering the narrow streets of Grand Bazaar and underground cities.
Duration 9 days Destinations Istanbul, Ankara, Urgup, Avanos, Nevsehir, Pamukkale, Selcuk, Izmir, Bursa Age Range 6 to 90 year olds Operated in English, Portuguese Group Size Max Group Size 17 Group Type GroupPersonalized Operator Eskapas From $1,320
5% Off- US$1,254+$50 local paymentsYou save $66
Duration 1 day Destinations Kusadasi, Ephesus Archaeological Museum Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 12 Group Type Group Operator Fez Travel From
5% Off- US$139
Reviews of Small Group tours to Turkey
Absolutely Turkey 4 stars Good 29th August 2022 First, this is the best way to see so much of Turkey. The drives are long but completely worth it and the hotels are of a good standard and well situated for the locations we explore. Eray was a kind and witty guide who had to contend with some difficult travellers in our group and he and Saif made a good combination. 4 instead of 5 starts is because of day 1 and the worst - the last day. On day 1, we were picked up at noon in bus 1, driven to a car park on the outskirts of Istanbul where we waited for an hour in the heat, then a French tour bus 2 took us another hour, before we took our bus 3. The last day was a complete mess. Our itinerary said Gallipoli, Eray's said Bursa. It was clear he had not seen what was expected and had no idea of what was on the Gallipoli peninsula. We only saw the Beach cemetery and the ANZAC cove - nothing of what was listed, no Aus, NZ or Turkish memorials - he had explanations fir nothing and he turned the bus around and didn't even drive around the peninsula. On the way back he had no idea of the route to make stops at, stopped once at a gas station, and dropped us off at 14.00, not the 20.00 as a whole day of tour said. So much history missed - I wish you had taught your guide better. Really disappointing start and end to what was a pretty amazing trip.
Absolutely Turkey (Small Group)
Wonderful tour at amazing price.Nice tour from Flow Tours n TourRadar.
13-day Best of Turkey (Small Group Tour)
- Turkey Super Saver (Small group)
The reason that I gave 5 stars is because the tour guides were very nice. Other than that I would give many be 2 stars. The hotels are horrible. When I was in Capadocia, the hotel was terrible. The location was bad. It was in the town call Ürgüp. It is not a good tourist location. I don't know why they pick that place. it is far from town and no walking distance for tourist. If you go to Capadocia, it is better to stay at the town called Göreme, great town with everything in working distance. Not only that the hotel smell like dead rats. I would not recommend that. In Istanbul, it is good to stay in old city or Taksim. I hope they can change the hotel location in the future.
What our customers ask about Turkey Small Group Tours
What is the typical group size for small group tours in Turkey?
Small group tours in Turkey typically host 12-14 travelers keeping the experience intimate. While some tours like the Turkey Explorer occasionally accommodate up to 19 people the smaller size allows for more personal attention. Boutique accommodations such as the Efe Boutique Hotel in Kusadasi and Melekler Evi Cave Hotel in Cappadocia are selected specifically for these smaller groups making the experience feel more like traveling with friends than a large tour group.
What types of accommodation can I expect on a small group tour in Turkey?
Small group tours focus on local authentic accommodations that showcase Turkish hospitality. Travelers stay in carefully selected properties like the Arte Cave Hotel in Cappadocia the Arden City Hotel in Istanbul's historic district and the Efe Boutique Hotel in Kusadasi. These properties offer a more personal connection to the destination compared to international chain hotels. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The hotels were very comfortable and provided a perfect rest after long days of sightseeing. I particularly appreciated the intimate atmosphere of the boutique hotels."
How much free time is built into small group itineraries in Turkey?
The schedules blend guided activities with independent exploration. Travelers have free evenings in cities like Istanbul and Kusadasi plus flexible time in Cappadocia for optional activities. One TourRadar traveler noted: "Our guide gave us enough information about each day's itinerary and free time to explore on our own." The small group format allows for spontaneous stops at local markets viewpoints or other points of interest based on group preferences.
What is the average duration of small group tours in Turkey?
Most tours run between 7-11 days with 8-day itineraries like the Highlights of Turkey tour being the most common choice. This timeframe lets travelers explore major destinations including Istanbul Cappadocia Ephesus and Pamukkale while maintaining the benefits of traveling with a smaller group.
What's different about meal experiences on small group tours?
The smaller group size opens doors to authentic dining experiences at family-run establishments rather than tourist-oriented buffets. Groups can enjoy meals in traditional cave restaurants in Cappadocia or neighborhood eateries in Istanbul. One TourRadar traveler mentioned "We could eat at charming local places where our guide knew the owners instead of big tourist restaurants."