Travel Talk Reviews
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Barb T
30/04/2025
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.
Cathy Hadlow
28/04/2025
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.
Rochelle Pillay
28/04/2025
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.
Tessa Hobbs
26/04/2025
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!
Kate Martin
26/04/2025
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!
Marie c
26/04/2025
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!
EV
26/04/2025
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.
S B
26/04/2025
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.
Anna Dymond
26/04/2025
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.
Kaitlyn Robson
26/04/2025
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!
Mitchell Bricklebank
26/04/2025
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.
Courtney Tulloch
26/04/2025
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!
Matthew Lie
26/04/2025
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!
Tommie Small
26/04/2025
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!
Jos KS
26/04/2025
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
John Ramsay
26/04/2025
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.
Sarah Gooch
26/04/2025
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!
Michelle Watson
26/04/2025
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!
Megan Hellier
26/04/2025
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.
Georgia Knight
26/04/2025
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!
Jenna Humphries
26/04/2025
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.
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April Coulson
05/05/2025
Just coming to the end of our 12 day Turkey Tour with Travel Talk. I travelled with a friend and we have loved it. Especially because of our guide Mustafa. He had expert knowledge on the different areas, the history and local advice which he passed on to us based on his experience. He also allowed some flexibility so we could adapt the itinerary to suit the weather where possible. Some of our highlights were Gallipoli as we are both Australian. Ephesus (this was actually my second time going 10 years later) was definitely worth it as Mustafa has a lot of experience and can share his vast knowledge of the history. We stayed at an amazing resort in Fethiye with all meals included which we got to maximise because of the bad weather as we stayed at the resort for a day. We got to see turtles at turtle beach which was a big highlight and lastly the natural beauty of Pamukkale. Would highly recommend this tour!
Naomi Chan
05/05/2025
I have a great trip with this amazing 10 day Turkey tour by land with Mustafa. I highly recommend to take this tour with Travel talk. Our guide Mustafa is helpful and funny. He always act for the group’s best interests and tries to fulfill people’s needs. He did a great job taking care of the group and explained itinerary in details to us so we know what we were expecting.
Michael Lees
05/05/2025
Great 12 day Türkiye tour with guide Mustafa. Goes to all the hot spots including Gallipoli which is a must do for Kiwis and Aussies. Mustafa is very knowledgeable about the country and all of the history. You get a good mixture of cities, coastline and inland parts of Türkiye.
Charles Wilkinson
04/05/2025
The Exotic Morocco Tour with Abdulhadi has been an experience of a lifetime. The tour was meticulously planned, and covered everything I could’ve hoped for and more. A highlight of the tour for me was the Sahara Desert - riding a camel, ATV riding and staying in a tent in the Sahara was such an amazing experience. However, the best part of the tour was our guide Abdulhadi. I’m confident in saying I’ve made a friend for life, and I think my Moroccan experience wouldn’t have been half as good as it was, if it were not for him. Thank you Abdulhadi, and Travel Talk for an awesome tour!!
Kaitlyn Teixeira
04/05/2025
My recent tour of Morocco was an unforgettable adventure packed with culture, history, and stunning landscapes. Highlights included wandering the ancient medinas of Fes and Marrakech, riding camels into the Sahara, exploring the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen and most importantly being guided by Abdulhadi who really made the tour what it was. Would absolutely recommend the 10 day Exotic Morocco tour to anyone thinking about it!
Tom Amir
04/05/2025
On the final leg of the exotic Morocco tour with TravelTalk. Would highly recommend it has been a 10/10 experience so far. Our tour guide Abdul is an excellent tour guide with great knowledge of all the visited areas as well as a great sense of humour. He has definitely been a highlight of the trip and made it so much more enjoyable.
Cindy Kan
03/05/2025
我很喜歡 Travel Talk Tours。它的服務很好,有任何問題的話,客服或導遊都會及時回覆。大部分的飯店也很舒適。我常常獨自旅行,也喜歡自己一個人住一個房間。 自己單獨住一個房間是需要付多付一點錢,不過不用付到2倍,我覺得很划算。 它的旅遊規劃很輕鬆自在,尤其我參加這次19天的羅馬尼亞和巴爾半島的國家之旅(04/19-05/7/2025),每到一個城市都有專業導遊先為你嚮導45分鐘,之後也有足夠的自由時間可以更進一步了解這個城市,或享受一頓美食購物坐下來喝咖啡等等。 旅遊安排老少咸宜,尤其住的飯店很舒適。我很喜歡!更重要的是,旅行社還有導遊很關心客戶的反應!
Rainbow Janice Smith
26/04/2025
Want an unforgettable adventure? Travel Talk is the tour for you! You will have breath taking adventures, historic knowledge, delicious cuisines, and meet life long friends. Travel comfortably around many countries and experience a one of a kind experience. I just finished a tour around the Balkans and highly recommend visiting. With amazing guides like Simon and drivers like Pero you are guaranteed to have a great time. I have now been to 38 countries thanks to Travel Talk.
Safeeya Khan
26/04/2025
Loved the recent Balkan tour, Simon is just an amazing guide, courteous, caring, informative, humble human being, always there to assist with anything. Paro, our driver, was just spectacular when it came to his driving skills, hats off to you. As for the tour, views and routes was amazing, scenery was to die for and loved every minute of it. Also the amazing group of people made the trip even more spectacular. Thank you Travel Talk Tour.
David Jap
26/04/2025
The 17-day Splendour of Balkan tour with Travel Talks was amazing, and Simon Simonovic made it even better he was friendly, funny, helpfull and full of knowledge about every place we visited. and our driver Pero was a great driver. Each day was exciting and well planned and I would highly recommend this tour to anyone.
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