After visiting Jordan & Egypt in 2017, we were eager to return to the region and Turkey was #1 on our list for our next big trip. I fell in love with the idea of witnessing the dreaminess of hundreds of hot air balloons in Cappadocia, the charm & history of Istanbul, and the raw Turkish coastline that I heard was like Greece back in the 90's before it was overrun by tourists. In this blog, we’ll share our handcrafted 11-day itinerary that takes you through some of Turkey’s most iconic destinations. But first, let’s dive into what makes this country so magical, and why you should start planning your own Turkish adventure!