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Expert: Y. Murat Ozguc - 6/24/2009


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Hi, I am backpacking (on a budget!) through Turkey in August and am looking for help with my itinery as i do not know where in turkey is best to go and how long to spend in each place.
I most definitely want to go to Istanbul, Galipoli, Ephesus, and Cappadocia as well as a 3 day blue cruise which goes from feiythe to Olympos (and spend a couple of days in Olympos). I will then be heading off to greece. i have 20 days in Turkey (5th - 24th). Its a difficult question sorry but no one i have spoken to in Australia can tell me how long to stay in each spot or if there is somewhere more interesting to go.
Thank you

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Hi Nicola,

Istanbul 4 to 5 days, Gallipoli a day or two, Ephesus 2 days if you do not include Pamukkale another day. Cappadocia 3 maybe 4 and down to Mediterranean to Olympos or Cirali for couple of days would be a nice allocation of your days.

Have fun,

Murat
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I am a travel professional; travel agent & travel and boutique hotel consultant living in Cappadocia. I do travel extensively within Turkey every year to update myself for my business including off the beaten tracks. I could easily say I am specialist for small boutique & luxuary hotels in Turkey and also in Greece and some of its popular islands. Naturally I have lots of contacts from the travel and hotel industry since I worked all around Turkey for 25 years. I Can assist interested parties on their Turkey travels, family vacations, charming hotels, guided tours and special interest itineraries, travel tips, routes, general transportation and sailing issues. ( Sorry no specific bus questions please!!!!) Lately we are also specialized for Destination Weddings and honeymoons....I will be pleased to assist you by answering your questions to show the beauties of my country. If you wish to know more about me and get some helpfull tips my web page is: http://www.propertravel.com - http://www.travelatelier.com Turkey is a very interesting country, awaiting to be discovered and enjoyed fully. Note: Your questions regarding work in Turkey and work permit issues unfortunately will not be answered as it is out of my expertise. For such cases please contact Turkish Consulate in your country is my advice.

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Travel Consultant, Wedding Planner and Travel Agent besides I am a Traveller.

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Skal International, Tursab, Asta, WRTA

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University of Akdeniz, Tourism and Managemnet

Awards and Honors
President of Skal International Kapadokya

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Have experience with British, Australian, Canadian, Continental American, Dutch, Indian, and Israelian markets...Actually with all English Speaking clientele

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