Travel Talk Reviews

We recently completed a 12-day tour of Turkey with Travel Talk, and without a doubt, the highlight of our entire experience was our guide, Yil. With over 25 years of experience, Yil led our group with confidence, warmth, passion and energy from start to finish.His ability to navigate the complexities of a packed itinerary without a single hitch was genuinely impressive. When I was feeling unwell during the tour, Yil’s attentiveness and care did not go unnoticed — he made sure I was comfortable and well looked after, which I deeply appreciated.Yil was consistently engaged with the entire group, making the experience feel both personal and enjoyable. His deep knowledge and honest insights into life in Turkey added rich context to everything we saw and did. He struck the perfect balance between entertainment, education, and care. Frankly, I think other tour guides could learn a lot from his level of service and passion.As for the tour itself, the destinations were fascinating and offered a great introduction to the history and culture of Turkey. Be prepared for long bus rides — it’s a big country! — but thankfully, the coach was very comfortable, and the journeys were made easier with Yil’s commentary and presence.Overall, the tour covers a lot of ground (literally and figuratively), and it’s a great way to see many key highlights of Turkey in a short time. Just make sure to bring your sense of adventure — and perhaps a neck pillow!Thank you, Yil, for making our trip so memorable.

The Travel Talk tour of Thailand was great, but the days were too long with too much travel time each day. The locations we visited were fantastic, but the tour should be at least 1-2 days longer. We were leaving the hotel at 7am and not arriving at our destination until 6 - 7pm on some nights, so it was exhausting. The hotels we were booked into were fabulous, but we had no time to enjoy them. There were probably too many temples and we didn't need as much time at each of them. This would have shortened the days too. Our guide Olive was very knowledgeable and great fun, but it was hard for her too as she could see the itinerary was too full. Our driver Amook was sensational, he had the hardest job with long days of driving. He was very safe and attentive to everyone's needs. We saw some amazing things, but at a slower pace wuld have been ideal.

My friend and I recently had the pleasure of being guided by Simon Simonovic during the BEST OF THE BALKINS tour, and I can confidently say he was the best tour guide I've ever encountered! His brilliant sense of humor made every moment enjoyable, and his extensive knowledge truly enhanced the experience. What stood out the most was his patience and willingness to accommodate our individual needs and requests. He ensured that everyone felt included and engaged, making the tour not only informative but also memorable. I highly recommend this tour and Simon to anyone looking for an exceptional tour experience! A very big thank you to Pero our fantastic driver, for not only chauffeuring us around safely but for his kindness as well.

I did the Anzac 10-day tour of Turkey as a solo traveler with Mustafa as our guide. What an amazing trip! We had a great group - a mix of solo travelers, couples, family, and friends.Cappadocia was stunning, particularly the hot air ballooning at sunrise - make sure to wear decent shoes as it's a long day with lots of places to explore. Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Ephesus, Asklepion, and Troy were also interesting places to visit. Derinkuyu underground city was another novel destination but I'm not the biggest fan of cramped spaces underground so only did the first part - might be one to skip if you're claustrophobic!Mustafa was a lovely and very entertaining guide, and he did a great job of getting us to the different sites at times to avoid the busiest crowds. We even managed to be the first group to arrive at Anzac Cove which meant we got a great spot for the Dawn Service, which was very special. This does mean a few early mornings, but I'd definitely say it's worth it!The hotels were all fine, and having dinner and breakfast provided in the hotels was convenient. Mustafa kept us well informed about travel times and when we would have breaks. The coach was comfortable even on hot days (great air-con) and felt very safe on the road with our two alternating drivers.I'd highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to explore Türkiye, but especially for Anzac Day - there's no way I would've got as much out of it if I'd tried to organise it all myself. Teşekkür ederim!

A truly unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience with Travel Talk Tours!My partner and I have just completed the 10-Day ANZAC Tour with Travel Talk Tours, and it was absolutely incredible! This was our second trip with Travel Talk, and once again, they exceeded all expectations.A huge part of what made this experience so special was our amazing tour guide, Mustafa. He was organised, knowledgeable, funny, and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure everyone was comfortable and having a great time. From insightful historical commentary at each stop to his constant good humour, Mustafa truly made the trip unforgettable.The highlight for us was without a doubt the ANZAC Day Dawn Service at Gallipoli. Sleeping under the stars alongside thousands of fellow Kiwis and Aussies was surreal, emotional, and something we’ll remember forever — a real bucket list moment.Beyond ANZAC Day, the entire trip was packed with incredible experiences. We loved the optional activities like hot air ballooning in Cappadocia, paragliding, the Turkish night show, and the traditional hamam bath — every single one was well worth doing and added so much to the journey.We travelled with a fantastic group of 46 people of all ages, and the camaraderie made the whole experience even better. If you’re considering a group trip around Turkey, we couldn’t recommend Travel Talk Tours — and especially Mustafa — more highly. Professional, organised, fun, and truly unforgettable!

Amazing 10-Day Turkey Tour for Anzac Day and best guide Mustafa!We just returned from the 10-day Turkey tour with Travel Talk Tours and highly recommend it! The trip was incredible — amazing value for money and a fantastic way to experience the rich culture, stunning scenery, and warm hospitality of Turkey.A huge part of what made this trip so special was our guide, Mustafa. He was not only extremely organized and professional but also truly passionate about his country and went above and beyond to make sure every single person in the group had the best time. From insider tips to carefully hand-picked restaurants and added stops like local workshops, he tailored the experience perfectly to suit the group. You could genuinely tell he cared and wanted to share the best of Turkey with us. Funny, very knowledgeable and always happy to help, he's amazing to travel with.The country itself exceeded all expectations — very clean, safe, welcoming, and with great facilities for tourists. Every stop on the itinerary had its own charm, and the scenery throughout was simply breathtaking.Definitely worth adding Turkey to your to go list — and if you can, go with Travel Talk and ask for Mustafa. You won’t regret it!

We just completed a fantastic 9-day Balkan trip, and I want to give a special shoutout to our tour guide, Simon and bus driver, Pero for their exceptional service throughout the journey. With such a packed itinerary and so many places to see across multiple countries, it could have easily felt overwhelming — but thanks to their professionalism, everything went smoothly from start to finish.Simon was not only knowledgeable but also incredibly passionate about his job. He brought each destination to life with engaging stories, historical insights, and helpful tips, always going above and beyond to make sure everyone was comfortable and informed. His energy and love for the region were truly infectious. He often kept track of where we were and waited patiently to make sure we were safe.Pero also deserves high praise for his skill and patience. Navigating narrow roads and long distances across the Balkans is no small feat, but he did it all with a calm demeanor and a smile. The coach was always clean and on time, and we felt safe and well taken care of throughout the journey.

It was with some trepidation that we set out on our first ever tour with Mustafa, 10 days around Türkiye including the Anzac Dawn Service. We needn't have worried.The itinerary turned out to be a good mix of places and activities to highlight the cultural, historical and natural beauty of Türkiye. While there were some places that we would have liked to explore more, it didn't feel too rushed and was a good compromise for maximising what we saw in a short time - we certainly covered more than we would have been able to had we done a self guided trip. The tour was well organised and Mustafa did a great job of looking after everyone and giving us the best possible experience.The hotels were a good standard with buffet breakfast and dinners included in most places. The bus was comfortable with usb for each seat, a drinks fridge and for our trip on-board wifi was trialled and worked well.Overall we had a wonderful trip and have no hesitation in recommending.

I would 100% recommend the ANZAC 10 day tour to everyone. Regardless if you are a solo traveller, couple, group of friends etc, this tour accommodates for all. Our tour group included a range of ages and everyone has felt welcomed and looked after. Mustafa has been a brilliant tour guide who has shared is extensive knowledge with us in digestible chunks with some great jokes along the way. The optional activities on this tour have been brilliant and I would recommend to anyone going on this tour, to do as many as possible. There’s hot air ballooning, paragliding, dancing, hamam spa and multiple museums/ historic sites. This tour was actually my partner and mine first tour group and it was a great experience. The Dawn Service was a one-off experience that I am so thankful to have been a part of.

Currently coming to the end of one of the most memorable and fantastic Turkey tours with Travel Talk! We have had an excellent time! Our guide Mustafa has taken amazing care of us over the last 10 days! He has kept us well informed along the way and provided knowledge at every destination!The accommodation has been great with the option to have a room with 3 people which we did! Each day provided a memorable experience and gave you flexibility with activities when needed!I highly recommend this Turkey Anzac tour to all!

Travel talks 11 day Turkey tour including ANZAC Day 2025 has been by far one of my favourite tours to date. Our tour guide, Mustafa was outstanding and passionate about providing all guests with an unforgettable experience of Turkey and all it has to offer. Mustafa made this a hassle free holiday by arranging all the optional extras such as Hot air ballooning, visiting ancient ruins and museums. ANZAC Day at Gallipoli, what a privilege to be there and pay our respects to the fallen soldiers on the 110th anniversary.

Turkey ANZAC day - 11 day Tour with guide Mustafa. Would highly recommend this tour.I was a little apprehensive going to Turkey alone, but being on this tour I couldn't have had a safer trip than this. Turkey is a beautiful country, with amazing food and ancient and natural wonders of the world that are so well preserved. As an Australian, experiencing dawn service at Gallipoli is an unforgettable experience and this tour did an excellent of planning. Would 100% recommend this tour to others!

What a way to experience Turkey! The 10 day tour really gave us a chance to experience all the different flavours that the country has to offer - ancient history, natural wonders and beautiful sights a-plenty! Shout out to Mustafa - a super knowledgeable and accommodating guide with a great sense of humour. Sleeping overnight in Anzac Cove and attending the dawn service was a special once in a lifetime experience - just remember to wrap up warm and bring your sleeping bag!

46 Kiwis/Aussies, 2 bus drivers, 1 knowledgeable Turkish leader and 10 days travelling through one of the most friendly, welcoming countries on this planet to get to ANZAC Cove! Traveltalk have created a 10 day itinerary to suit everyone from historian to adventurist, and Mustafa added his own wealth of knowledge and flair to make it a dream trip for everyone. Couldn’t find a better way to experience the greatness of Türkiye and all it has to offer!

A well planned and organised tour especially under Mustafa our jolly and friendly guide. The itinerary selection was relaxing but educative. A dream came true was attending ANZAC memorial parade and tour of battle sights next day. The knowledge and experience of Mus helped in smooth and friendly conduct Even though me being the odd man out, the group was very social and I enjoyed their company

This was a well organised tour of Türkiye with a fantastic group of people. Our guide Mustapha was knowledgeable and attentive. The accommodation throughout was first class and we had adequate time to see the highlights of Türkiye. The Travel Talk Tours company operates to the highest standards of safety and consideration of travellers needs. To cap it off it was very reasonably priced.

The 10 day Anzac Tour of Turkey was a great experience with our guide Mustafa. The trip was well organised with great activities and highlights including the hot air balloons in Cappadocia and dawn service at Gallipoli.Also appreciated the daily breakfast and dinner buffets included with our accomodation.We had a great group of people and it made solo travelling the best experience!

I can highly recommend the Turkey ANZAC day 10 day tour! It was amazing! A great mix of historic sites and Turkish culture.A bucket list experience to be at Gallipoli for ANZAC day to commemorate such an important day.Our guide Mustafa was knowledgeable and great at explaining information. His humour made the trip light-hearted and very enjoyable.I would highly recommend this tour!

We did the 12 day ANZAC tour in Turkey. It was beyond our expectations! We had a great tour guide Mustafa. Very knowledgeable and he went above and beyond for our tour group. He ensured we had a great experience of trying different Turkish food. The balloon ride in Cappadocia was amazing. Great banter between everyone and Mustafa.

The trip to Turkey with our guide Mustafa was nothing short of phenomenal. It was so well organised & even with a big group I feel like we didn’t miss anything. Nothing was too much to ask of Mustafa - He was so patient and went out of his way to make sure we got the best experiences and photos. Highly recommend!

Love food, culture, ancient history and modern history ? What about gorgeous landscapes? Well I have a trip for you - the Turkey anzac tour. Well organised and captures all the highlights of this amazing and unique country. With luck you’ll also get our knowledgeable and hilarious guide Mustafa.

What an incredible Turkey tour with Mustafa! A tour with adrenaline filled activities, historical monuments, ancient cities, beaches, good company and lots of fun. Above all else, being in Gallipoli for the ANZAC dawn service was a privilege and a moment I’ll never forget.

Can highly recommend Travel Talks 11 day ANZAC Turkey tour. Lots of Turkey highlights with an incredible Gallipoli experience. Our tour guide Mustafa was fantastic. He was friendly, knowledgeable and goes above and beyond to ensure a great tour.

The 10 day Anzac tour has been without a doubt my favourite tour! Such an incredible experience it felt like a dream, our guide Mustafa also made it even more enjoyable with his friendly and funny nature. His wity one liners were the best.

Thank you Travel Talk for having a wonderful brand ambassador with Mustafa in Turkey. He's informative, knowledgeable, and funny. He went above and beyond so we could have an enjoyable and memorable time. His experience was our pleasure.