THE TURQUOISE COAST

8 days from GBP679 to GBP879 including flights
Tripcode: ATL

Countries Visited: Turkey

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Our Clients’ Reviews

Average Review Rating: from 40 reviews.

penny gray

THE TURQUOISE COAST

Written October 2011
Good, relaxing, well organised and thoroughly enjoyable. Less energetic than other "moderate" walking holidays I have been on.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Wonderful visit to Arykanda - I'm not generally a "ruins" person, but this was really fascinating.
What did you think of your group leader?
First class. He was knowledgeable, well organised, pleasant company and showed interest and concern for all in the group.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Although daytime temperatures were warm, evenings can get quite cool (mid-October), and some people found that they had not taken enough warm clothing.
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Having been on several "moderate" walking holiday, I found that the walks on this one were shorter and tracks easier. This did not detract from an excellent holiday.
Helen Pratt

THE TURQUOISE COAST

Written October 2011
Visited some interesting sites, and walks were varied if a little short on some days.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Walking along the remains of the roman aqueduct.
What did you think of your group leader?
Friendly, knoweledgable.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Was not expecting the group meals every evening. We like to do our own thing and was very surpirsed to be expected to join the group BBQ on the first night, and subsequent nights. It was particuarly frustrating to be told briefings for the next day would be held after dinner - which we did not want to join!
Ruth Clifford

THE TURQUOISE COAST

Written September 2011
I had a lovely time - I didn't really know what to expect . . . I hoped it would be hot weather, pleasant walks mainly to archaeological sites, sea and mountain views, with a companionable group of people. It certainly did provide all that.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
"The most inspirational moment" . . ummm. Not sure. There were a number of little explanations that illuminated the things we saw . . for example, the Patara aqueduct worked on syphonic principles, and that after the Romans had discovered how to make water go down a valley then back uphill using this principle, they didn't build any more traditional aqueducts. Or the gravestones in the cemetery for people buried in the 1940s who had been born in the 1300s (ie before Attaturk's calendar reform). Or the whole Arykanda site.
What did you think of your group leader?
Alison was lovely. The whole group was very supportive, and I'm sure this emerged at least partly because Alison was clearly careful to chat to everybody individually, and to make sure everyone felt included. She was also very helpful and knowledgeable.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Walking poles - and boots - are useful on the downhill bits of walks. Sea kayaking was good fun, but be prepared for blisters and/or aching arm muscles.
Tracey Gwinnell

THE TURQUOISE COAST

Written September 2011
I thoroughly enjoyed another Exodus holiday. Our guide Alison was brilliant, having lived and worked in Turkey for 16 years, she had excellent local knowledge and was really informative. I would recomend this holiday and exodus to my friends.
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Susan Bradford

THE TURQUOISE COAST

Written June 2011
A great holiday, the walking was a bit tame for a moderate trip but very enjoyable. Hotel was good, Kas is a lovely resort with lots of great restaurants and our tour guide was very good.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The day spent kayaking was great fun even though we had to be rescued and towed by the rescue boat!!!
What did you think of your group leader?
A good laugh who enjoyed dancing!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Don't expect lots of walking, we did a steady 10 miles the first day, although the last 4 miles were optional, thereafter the walks were shorter but very enjoyable. Be prepared to be woken at 5am by the praying from the mosque, you soon get used to it.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Had a really great time. Kas is a lovely place, very traditonal and not too touristy.
Pat Bullen

THE TURQUOISE COAST

Written June 2011
Kas was a beautiful place and the other people in the group really friendly. Overall, a very engoyable holiday
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
A boat ride to the Islands which was not arranged by Exodus (Perhaps it could be offered as an Option)
What did you think of your group leader?
He was very nice but very inexperienced. He spoke hardly any english and did not have good communication skills. He also lacked knowledge about the area. He tried to be friendly, but did not pull the group together or interact with us although he accompanied us to restaurants for evening meals.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
If you're expecting a serious walking holiday, this is not the one. The walks were short and not at all challenging. Dont take any food or drink into the Hotel or it will be confiscated.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Had a great time beautiful place and very enjoyable holiday. It worked becaused we all got on so well as a group and not because of the Tour Leader
Susan Tennant

THE TURQUOISE COAST

Written June 2011
Less walking and overall much less strenuous than on other walking holidays I have been on that were rated 'Moderate', however, I think it was clear from the notes and the reviews that this could be expected. Very impressed by Kas and the locations visited.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The visit to Arycanda. I was not expecting such a huge well-preserved site and it was a privilege to have it all to ourselves.
What did you think of your group leader?
'Oscar' was well knowledgeable, organised and kept everyone to the pre-arranged schedule without encroaching on anyone's enjoyment. He sorted out a venue for a group dinner on most evenings and always chose restaurants with great food and great value. He was always available to the group, answering questions and sorting any problems. A good leader for this holiday.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Had trouble with using debit cards at the banks in Kas. Have some alternatives available.