Europe

Cappadocia

Image: Hot air balloons at sunrise at the town of Goreme. Highlights: – Useful information to successfully plan your visit to Cappadocia, Turkey.   Time of Visit:  October 2025 Duration of Visit: One night in Aksaray, four nights in Ortahisar Description Cappadocia is a region in Central Turkey that is famous for its extraordinary, otherworldly landscapes …

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Trabzon

Image:  Sumela Monastery. Highlights – Day tour from Trabzon, Turkey visiting Sümela Monastery, the mountain village of Hamsekoy, Karaca Cave and Zigana mountain top.   Time of Visit: October 2025 Duration of Visit: Two Nights Description Trabzon is located on Turkey’s northeastern Black Sea coast.  It is a city rich in history, natural beauty and culture. …

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Selçuk

Image:  The Library of Celcus in Ephesus Ancient City, Selçuk, Turkey. Highlights – Seven places to see in Selçuk, Turkey. Time of Visit:  October 2025 Duration of Visit: Two Nights Description Selçuk is a town near the coast located in Izmir Province in Turkey’s Aegean region.  The town is steeped in layers of ancient history …

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Bergama

Image: Temple of Trajan arched tunnel in Akropol. Highlights – What to see and do in this out of the beaten path and genuine Turkish town of Bergama. Time of Visit:  October 2025 Duration of Visit: Two Nights Description Bergama, located in the Izmir Province of Western Turkey.  It is a town steeped in ancient …

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Ölüdeniz

Image: Crescent shaped Ölüdeniz Plaji (Beach) from one of the viewpoint going to Butterfly Valley. Highlights – What to see and do in Ölüdeniz, Turkey.   Time of Visit: October 2025 Duration of Visit: Two Nights Description Ölüdeniz is located on Turkey’s stunning Turquoise Coast near Fethiye.  It is one of the country’s most iconic seaside …

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Pamukkale

Image: The rounded white travertine formations covering the hillside give rise to the name Cottoncastle. Highlights – Your ultimate guide in visiting the Pamukkale Cottoncastle, Hierapolis Ancient City and blue Salda Lake in central Turkey. Time of Visit:  October 2025 Duration of Visit:  Two Nights Description Pamukkale is a Turkish word that means cotton castle.  …

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Antalya To Kaş

Image: Sunset at Patara Sand Dunes. Highlights – What to see and do between Antalya and Kaş, Antalya, Turkey.   Time of Visit: October 2025 Duration of Visit: Çamyuva – Three Nights, Kaş – Three Nights Description Antalya is Turkey’s fifth most populous city.  Visitors who explore the Turkish Riviera would most likely fly into Antalya.  …

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Seven Rila Lakes

Image: Twin (Bliznaka) Lake. Highlights Description of the Seven Rila Lakes hike in Rila National Park, Bulgaria.  Time of Visit:  September 2025 Duration of Visit: Three Nights Description The Seven Rila Lakes are one of Bulgaria’s most iconic natural wonders. They are located high in the Rila National Park at altitudes ranging from about 2,100 …

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Bansko

Image: Old Town Bansko. Highlights Day trips and hiking from the mountain town of Bansko, Bulgaria.   Time of Visit:  September 2025 Duration of Visit: Five Nights Description Bansko is a charming mountain town in southwestern Bulgaria.  Nested at the base of the Pirin Mountains, it makes a great base for explorations to surrounding villages.  It …

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Belogradchik

Image: Belogradchik Fortress Highlights – What to see and do in the quiet small town of Belogradchik, Bulgaria.   Time of Visit:  September 2025 Duration of Visit: Two Days Description Belogradchik is a small town in northwestern Bulgaria about three hours drive from the capital city, Sofia.  It is best known for its natural rock formations …

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