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Arrival Day - Welcome to Türkiye
Welcome to Istanbul, babe! You’ll land at the Istanbul airport (IST) and look for the Travel Girl Gang sign as you exit — that’s your ride to our conveniently located hotel in the Galata district. Once you’re checked in and freshened up, it’s time to meet me and the rest of the gang for our first group dinner. We’re kicking things off the right way: delicious food, new besties, and allll the excitement for the adventure ahead. YASSS!
Meals included: Dinner
Istanbul Icons + Turkish Arts & Craft
Wake up to your first full day in Istanbul with breakfast at Seven Hills Restaurant, where the view of the Hagia Sophia is straight-up postcard perfection. Then we’ll dive into the heartbeat of the Old City - wandering between the legendary Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Of course, no Istanbul experience is complete without getting lost in the Grand Bazaar - over 5,000 stalls of color, chaos, and craftsmanship. Later, we’ll tap into our creative side at a Turkish mosaic lamp workshop, where you’ll design your own glowing masterpiece (and yes, it’ll look insanely good on your nightstand back home).
Meals included: Breakfast & lunch
Places, Hidden Neighborhoods & Private Yacht Energy
We’re starting the day with a tour of the Dolmabahçe Palace — one of the most glamorous palaces in the world, built in the 19th century and dripping in chandeliers, marble, and pure opulence. Then we’ll head to Balat, one of Istanbul’s most colorful and historic neighborhoods (and a UNESCO Heritage site that somehow still flies under the tourist radar). Think cobblestone alleys, pastel Ottoman houses, kids playing in the streets, and laundry swaying from windows. After lunch, we’ll take things up a notch with a private 3-hour Bosphorus yacht dinner cruise.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Domestic Flight + Ephesus & Sirince Village
Fly to Izmir Airport and head straight to Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the Eastern Mediterranean — get ready to wander streets where 250,000 once lived. Then explore Sirince, a charming hilltop village full of colorful houses, quaint cafes, and local crafts. I hope you saved room in your suitcase because the shopping here is so good! After a day of history and charm, unwind at your 5-star Aegean resort with sea views and total relaxation vibes.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Free Day at the Aegean Sea
Your day, your vibe. Lounge by the turquoise sea with a cocktail in hand, explore the nearby city, or treat yourself to a traditional Turkish bath at the spa - pure relaxation, no schedule required.
Meals included: Breakfast & dinner
Travel to Cappadocia
It’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for - today we fly to magical Cappadocia! You are going to flip when you see the amazing cave hotel we’ll call home for the next few nights. The evening is all yours to relax, explore, or just soak in all the incredible vibes.
Meals included: Breakfast
Cappadocia Magic
Rise and shine for an optional sunrise hot air balloon ride - trust me, floating above Cappadocia’s dreamlike landscape is pure bucket-list energy! Next, explore the Göreme Open-Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with ancient Byzantine churches carved into stone. Then it’s off to Love Valley, home to Cappadocia’s iconic (and cheekily shaped) rock formations - nature really did her thing here. We’ll wrap up the day with a little retail therapy: think handmade pottery, zultanite jewelry, and the kind of statement rugs you’ll brag about forever at the iconic Galerie İkman.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Cooking Class & Sunset ATV Adventure
Start your morning slow with coffee on the rooftop as hot air balloons drift across the sunrise - pure magic! After breakfast, we’ll head to King’s Valley for a hands-on cooking class with a local Turkish grandmother (yes, the food is that good). The afternoon is for exploring the village or shopping for last-minute treasures. Then, if you’re up for a little adrenaline, end the day with an optional sunset ATV ride through Cappadocia’s desert landscape.
Meals included: Breakfast & lunch
Last Night in Istanbul
After breakfast, we’ll fly from Cappadocia back to Istanbul for one final night in this incredible city. Spend the afternoon wandering Istiklal Street for last-minute shopping, sip cocktails at a dreamy rooftop bar as the sun sets, or get a little spontaneous with a tattoo to remember your magical trip to Türkiye forever.
Meals included: Breakfast
Say Goodbye to the TGG
Grab breakfast, squeeze your new besties tight, and soak up these last sisterhood vibes — it’s time to head to the airport. Don’t stress, it’s not really goodbye… it’s a “see ya later” full of memories, laughs, and stories you’ll be talking about forever.
Meals included: Breakfast
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Airport pick up & drop off
4 night stay at the Bankerhan hotel in Istanbul
2 night stay at Charisma deluxe hotel in Kusadasi
3 night stay at the Hera Cave hotel in Cappadocia
3 Domestic flights within Turkiye
Daily breakfast, 5 lunches & 5 dinners
All ground transportation to scheduled activities
All activities outlined in itinerary
Private local tour guide
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
International Flights
3 lunches & 4 dinners
Travel Insurance (Mandatory)
Beverages with meals
Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities
Optional Activities (Cappadocia hot air balloon ride, sunset ATV)
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Meet your trip leader, Ashley Jones
I’m Ashley – a travel entrepreneur who brings women all around the world to discover new, once in a lifetime experiences while making lifelong friendships. Everyone says that, but on my trips girls go from traveling together to being in each other’s weddings!
Our motto is “You CAN travel with us,” and I’m on a mission to help YOU come home a new person with new travel friends and a new passport stamp!
Back in 2018, I was an ICU nurse who discovered her passion for travel, but I didn’t want to go alone and I could never find friends that would commit. I decided to hang up my stethoscope and start a business hosting group trips for women that wanted to “go global” and check their bucket lists – TOGETHER! So far, I’ve taken over 200 women on trips through 9 different countries from Jordan to Egypt to Greece and I’m just getting started!
