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Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul, Turkey
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Discover both the traditional and modern wonders of Turkey through the lives of local women.
Meet a local mother and daughter in their home in Istanbul to try their homemade borek. Sip on Turkish coffee and learn about the traditionally female art of fortune-telling, which was passed down between generations in Anatolian culture.
Enjoy a traditional home-cooked meal in the small town of Avanos with a local woman who’s working to provide for her family, after they had to move from Hatay (a UNESCO World City of Gastronomy) after the 2023 earthquakes.
Wander through the Soganli Valley on a gentle hiking trip, taking in the arid surrounds and towering vistas, then learn how to make a popular Cappadocian souvenir, a ‘kitre.’ Local women have been making these dolls for many years now to earn a living.
Stay in a female owned and operated hotel in Istanbul, and visit a social enterprise which supports the economic empowerment of low-income women through handicrafts.
Itinerary
Step into the vibrant crossroads of east and west with the Turkey: Women's Expedition—an easy-paced, 12-day adventure created for women seeking meaningful cultural connection. From Istanbul’s grand mosques to the artisanal villages of Selçuk and Adatepe, you’ll experience Turkey through the stories and eyes of local women.
Highlights include learning the art of Turkish coffee fortune-telling, sharing meals with women shaping the nation's tourism, and relaxing in a women-only hammam. The unique selling point? A rare, women-centric perspective on Turkey’s traditional and modern facets, from the bustling bazaars to intimate, local encounters.
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