Turkey Classics Tour

Traveler Reviews

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  Daniel

  February 25th, 2026
  Our trip to Turkey was absolutely unforgettable and exceeded every expectation. We were so fortunate to have the...
  Our trip to Turkey was absolutely unforgettable and exceeded every expectation. We were so fortunate to have the most knowledgeable and professional guide, Tamir. His depth of historical knowledge was incredible, but what truly set him apart was his strategic planning. He adjusted our daily schedule by just 10–15 minutes at key sites — and it made all the difference. We would literally be finishing at major attractions just as the large tour buses started rolling in. It felt like we had these iconic places almost to ourselves. That level of foresight and experience is priceless. Tamir was organised, calm, flexible, and genuinely passionate about ensuring we had the best experience possible. We also experienced an air-conditioning issue with our van during the trip. Without hesitation, management organised a replacement overnight. A new driver travelled approximately eight hours to deliver a new van to us the very next day. That level of commitment and service truly impressed us. The entire experience was seamless, professional, and incredibly well managed. We felt looked after every step of the way. We highly recommend this team to anyone considering a trip to Turkey — you will be in the best hands.Show more
  Traveled in July 2023
  

  Reply from: Fez Travel

  Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review. We’re truly delighted to hear that your trip to Turkey was unforgettable and exceeded your expectations. It means a great deal to know that Tamir’s knowledge, calm guidance, and smart planning helped make your experience even more special—those small timing adjustments can really transform a day, and we’re so pleased you felt the difference at the key sites. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with him; he’ll be proud to hear how much you appreciated his care and professionalism. We’re also glad we could resolve the air-conditioning issue quickly and keep your journey comfortable. Ensuring our guests are well looked after at every step is extremely important to us, and your feedback reassures us that our team delivered on that promise. Thank you again for recommending Fez Travel. It was a pleasure hosting you in Turkey, and we would love to welcome you back anytime—there’s always more to discover.

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  Vitalba

  November 29th, 2025
  The Classic Tour itinerary included all the highlights I'd wanted to see, and I really appreciated the schedule...
  The Classic Tour itinerary included all the highlights I'd wanted to see, and I really appreciated the schedule management and the lunch breaks at local restaurants with traditional menus. The hotels were generally acceptable, with the best being the Cave Hotel in Cappadocia, a truly enchanting place. We traveled in a group of four in a minivan with all the comforts, including wifi.Show more
  Traveled in November 2025
  

  Reply from: Fez Travel

  Thank you so much for your wonderful review of the Turkey Classics Tour! We’re delighted to hear that the itinerary covered all the highlights you were hoping to experience and that you enjoyed the balance of sightseeing with lunch breaks at local restaurants featuring traditional dishes. We’re very happy that your small group experience in the comfortable minivan, complete with Wi-Fi, added to the overall enjoyment of your journey. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we’re thrilled you had a memorable time exploring Turkey with us. If your travels bring you back to this part of the world, we would be honoured to welcome you again!

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  Michael

  November 13th, 2025
  This tour was fantastic with our tour guide G, being knowledgeable and helpful. We would go with Tourrader again any day
  Traveled in October 2025
  

  Reply from: Fez Travel

  Thank you so much for your fantastic review of the Turkey Classics Tour! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience and that G’s knowledge and helpfulness made the journey even more memorable. It’s wonderful to know that you would choose to travel with TourRadar again — that means a lot to us. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back to Turkey for another unforgettable adventure!

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  Rosita

  November 7th, 2025
  Our tour guide G was amasing he answered everything we asked. Gave a great commentary. Our driver was also...
  Our tour guide G was amasing he answered everything we asked. Gave a great commentary. Our driver was also excellent always ready to take us on to our next adventure. The hotel the first night was ok. The other hotels were lovely. The cave hotel was a hit . I think the rooms were amasing (might be an issue if you are umsteady on your feet) . We were disapointed that our sunrise balloon ride (extra cost) did not happen at sunrise as stated. We were picked up at 6.25 am butt it took 45 minutes (and that was with balloon company driver driving fast and the amount of traffic trying to get to sight) it took us until 7. 30 am before we got into balloon and were air borne by this time it was daylight. So we did not get the sunrise in the sky as promised. Very disappointing. (This was the fault of hot air balloon company not FEZ) also they took photos on the hpt aor balloon but we never saw them. Also a bit diapointing that we had to pay extra for our flight from capadocia back to istanbul. I think thay should have been included in the over all cost of the trip which was approx $2500 Aud per person. As the only other option was a 13 + hour drive back to istanbul.Show more
  Traveled in October 2025
  

  Reply from: Fez Travel

  Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed review of your Turkey Classics Tour. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour overall and that both G and our driver helped make your journey memorable. It’s wonderful to know that their knowledge, commentary, and readiness to assist added so much value to your experience. We’re also happy that you loved the hotels, especially the cave hotel. We truly appreciate your feedback about the balloon experience. While the hot air balloon companies operate independently and flight timing can be affected by traffic and operational conditions, we completely understand how disappointing it must have been not to experience the sunrise as expected. Regarding the domestic flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul, it is listed as an additional cost in the tour information, but we understand your point and appreciate you sharing your perspective. Thank you again for travelling with us and for your honest feedback — it helps us provide an even better experience for future guests. If you return to Turkey one day, we would be very happy to welcome you back.

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  Peter

  September 29th, 2025
  A good sized tour with comfortable accomodation. We had an excellent driver and fantastic tour guide which made the...
  A good sized tour with comfortable accomodation. We had an excellent driver and fantastic tour guide which made the long distances between places of interest bearable.Show more
  Traveled in September 2025
  

  Reply from: Fez Travel

  Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re very pleased to hear you enjoyed the tour size and found the accommodation comfortable. It’s also wonderful to know that both your driver and tour guide helped make the longer distances between sites feel much more enjoyable and manageable. We truly appreciate your kind words and will be happy to share them with the team. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable trip with Fez Travel.

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  Robert

  September 18th, 2025
  This was a great tour of places in Türkiye that, having read about them, now have greater meaning. Our guide was...
  This was a great tour of places in Türkiye that, having read about them, now have greater meaning. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and explained the place of the various locations in the broader scheme of the history of that part of the world. That said, be prepared to absorb a lot of information as understanding the relationship between the various sites will add to your experience. Also know that there will be a considerable amount of walking on uneven surfaces (some of the sites are still active archaeological sites) - so be prepared. Depending on the time of year it can be quite hot - so carrying water is essential. Thoroughly recommended.Show more
  Traveled in August 2025
  

  Reply from: Fez Travel

  Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review. We’re delighted to hear that visiting these remarkable sites in Türkiye gave even greater meaning to what you had read about them, and that the guiding helped place each location within the wider historical context of the region. We also truly appreciate you highlighting the practical tips for future travellers , the amount of information shared, walking on uneven terrain at active archaeological sites, and the importance of staying hydrated, especially in warmer months. Your advice will be very helpful to others planning the same journey. Thank you again for the strong recommendation. We would be delighted to host you again on a future Fez Travel experience.

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  Helen

  September 5th, 2025
  Had a fantastic trip with a small group of people, 6 in total to start and then 4. Our tour guide from Fez "G" was...
  Had a fantastic trip with a small group of people, 6 in total to start and then 4. Our tour guide from Fez "G" was great and very knowledgeable as was our driver Saifi. Accommodation along the way was also great with enjoyable meals.Show more
  Traveled in August 2025
  

  Reply from: Fez Travel

  Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear you had a fantastic trip and enjoyed the experience of travelling in a small group , it’s great to know the group size felt comfortable throughout the journey. We also truly appreciate your kind words about your guide and driver. We’re pleased to hear the guiding was knowledgeable and that your driver helped make the trip smooth and enjoyable. We’ll be sure to share your feedback with the team. It’s also lovely to know you were happy with the accommodation and enjoyed the meals along the way. We would be delighted to host you again on a future Fez Travel experience.

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  Nasreen

  August 12th, 2025
  I did the Turkey Classics Tour booked through TourRadar and had a wonderful experience overall. The itinerary was...
  I did the Turkey Classics Tour booked through TourRadar and had a wonderful experience overall. The itinerary was well-planned, covering many of Turkey’s most iconic sites, including Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Ephesus. Each destination offered something unique, and I felt like I got a great overview of the country’s rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure everyone was comfortable and informed. The coach was modern and comfortable, which made the longer travel days much easier to handle. Accommodation was generally good, with a mix of hotels ranging from decent to very nice. Meals included were tasty, and there were plenty of chances to sample local cuisine. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is that a couple of stops felt a bit rushed. However, these were minor issues in an otherwise memorable and well-executed trip. Highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to explore Turkey for the first time!Show more
  Traveled in April 2018
  

  Reply from: Fez Travel

  Thank you very much for your thoughtful review and for choosing to travel with Fez Travel through TourRadar. We’re delighted to hear you had a wonderful experience overall and that the Turkey Classics Tour gave you a great first-time overview of Türkiye from Istanbul and Cappadocia to Pamukkale and Ephesus. We truly appreciate your kind words about the guiding service, the comfort of the coach, and the overall quality of the hotels, meals, and local food experiences. It’s great to know the longer travel days felt easier thanks to the modern, comfortable transportation. Thank you as well for the constructive note about a couple of stops feeling a bit rushed. Your feedback is valuable, and we’ll share it with our operations team as we continuously fine-tune pacing to make the experience as enjoyable and relaxed as possible. We’re grateful for your recommendation and would be delighted to welcome you again on another journey with us.

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  Vicki

  July 16th, 2025
  We enjoyed our 6 day classics tour. Our starting point Nidya Hotel was very nice and within walking distance to...
  We enjoyed our 6 day classics tour. Our starting point Nidya Hotel was very nice and within walking distance to Galata tower. Our guide was G and he was very easy to get a long with. We covered a large distance but which was expected but we chose not to do the long drive back to Istanbul on the last day electing to fly back from Kayseri airport. We really enjoyed the hotels in Kusadasi, Pamukkale and Cappadocia (many steps to the rooms). Hotel Barbaros in Canakkale should have cooled the rooms before we all arrived. They were unbearably hot when we arrived. Our meal there that night was great. Although we paid for day 7 and our transport back Istanbul and our hotel had to pay our own way to the Kayseri airport on day 7Show more
  Traveled in June 2025
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  Jasmine

  June 11th, 2025
  Guide was good, very knowledgeable and organised. However, more authentic lunch stops would of been appreciated,...
  Guide was good, very knowledgeable and organised. However, more authentic lunch stops would of been appreciated, rather than roadside diners at gas stations. It was extremely expensive and not great food. This seemed to be depicted by the driver. We chose to do the hot air balloon ride in cappadocia, and were disappointed to hear that we had been charged more than most other travellers. Other people we talked to had booked rides for almost 100 euro cheaper than what we paid, and recieved more as apart of the package as well. The last day was also a very long day of driving - which was okay, but we felt the week/locations could have been broken up a bit more evenly to make it more enjoyable and less tiring. We stopped at a carpet education centre just out of kusadasi, where we were told there was no pressure to buy anything and it was more about showcasing the traditional practices than anything else. This was absolutely not the case. It started off well - relaxed and interesting, watching how the processes were done, but quickly flipped into being targeted and pressured into buying expensive carpet. They cunningly singled people out and put pressure on individuals to buy, even after being told no multiple times, they still would not give in. We left feeling extremely disappointed as it started off so well. More vulnerable people were persuaded into buying carpets even though they did not 100% want to which was not very fair.Show more
  Traveled in June 2025
  

  Reply from: Fez Travel

  Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We understand your desire for more authentic lunch stops. Our tours are designed as road trips, covering significant distances between towns and historical sites to allow guests to experience the vast and diverse landscapes of Türkiye. Due to the nature of highway travel, options for roadside restaurants can sometimes be limited, and we endeavor to select the best available locations for comfort and convenience during necessary breaks. Regarding the hot air balloon experience in Cappadocia, we regret to hear you felt there was a discrepancy in pricing. Our optional tour prices are fixed and clearly listed in the pre-departure pack that is emailed to you with your confirmation, prior to the tour's departure. While there are indeed numerous companies offering hot air balloon rides and other services with varying prices, Fez Travel makes it a priority to cooperate with reputable and safe providers who uphold high standards of service and safety. Our aim is to ensure a quality experience for our guests, and the prices we offer reflect this commitment. We appreciate your feedback regarding the pacing of the tour, particularly the long driving day between Pamukkale and Cappadocia, and the final travel day back to Istanbul. Given the extensive geography of Türkiye and the comprehensive nature of our tours covering multiple iconic destinations, certain travel days do involve significant distances. We strive to balance seeing as much as possible with providing comfort and planned breaks. Your input on potentially breaking up these longer journeys to reduce tiredness is valuable, and we will certainly take this into consideration during our ongoing itinerary reviews to enhance the overall enjoyment for our guests. We are truly sorry to hear about your negative experience at the carpet education centre. These visits are intended to offer a cultural insight into traditional Turkish craftsmanship, showcasing the intricate processes of carpet making, rather than being high-pressure sales environments. We explicitly instruct our partners that there should be no pressure to buy anything, and the focus should remain on education and appreciation of the art form. We will be addressing this feedback immediately and very seriously with our partners at this location to ensure that such practices are rectified and that all future visits align with our commitment to a relaxed and genuine cultural exchange. We continuously strive to improve our tours and services, and your comprehensive feedback is incredibly important to us. Thank you again for choosing Fez Travel for your journey through Türkiye. We hope that despite these concerns, you still cherish many positive memories from your trip.

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