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Turkey Photography Tour - Where East Meets West

  • 18th - 29th September, 2026

  • £5,199.00 / £600.00 Deposit

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Our Turkey photography tour 'Where East Meets West' will take place in September 2026 with Mehmet Ozbalci. Turkey is a mix of East and West, with ancient cultures existing next to modern. Many different civilisations have flourished within Turkey’s present day borders, making the country a fantastic place to explore what these civilisations left behind in the form of architecture and culture. It is a photographer's 'Turkish Delight', with its historical sites, friendly people, curious geological formations and stunning ancient architecture. It is also a fascinating study in contrasts, a bridge between Europe and Asia, the end of the ancient Silk Road and home of legends & history taught in schools the world over.

Join Mehmet and explore where East Meets West - from Istanbul to Cappadocia, from Mt Nemrut to Ephesus, and you will return with images to treasure a lifetime!

Tags: Turkey Photography Tour | Turkey Photography Holiday | Turkey Landscape Photography

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Turkey - a paradise for photographers - it’s natural beauty and abundance of historic treasures give the photographer plenty of possibilities to make beautiful and dramatic images. With its rich history, natural wonders and vibrant cultures, you can’t fail to be inspired.

Travelling from one end of Turkey to the other, our tour will cover stunning well known, plus off the beaten track locations. We will also enjoy the local customs and cultures that have evolved in Turkey and will have opportunities to photograph people in their daily routines as well as their special events.  

There will be many highlights during our photography tour: the oriental skyline of exotic Istanbul, captured from the soft morning light of the blue hour to sunset silhouettes. Hagia Sophia, built as a Cathedral in the 6th century and now a mosque, a masterpiece of Roman engineering. A 'Whirling Dervishes' performance, eerie underground cisterns, fascinating fairy chimney-like stacks, rock formations and the extreme terrain in Cappadocia. Pamukkale, which offers the most unusual formations of calcium deposit terraces. Ephesus, the best-preserved Roman city in the world. A trip to one of the most colourful and interesting markets in Turkey in an 'off the beaten track' town and a visit to the fabled Mount Nemrut to photograph the impressive colossal ancient statues at sunrise plus much, much more!

You will visit the perfect locations at optimal times, capturing unique sites that your tutor Mehmet has uncovered over the years to create memorable photographs. 

You will explore Turkey with expert guidance, staying in thoughtfully chosen accommodations, savouring exquisite cuisine, and being driven by a knowledgeable driver who will be happy to pause whenever we encounter something intriguing to photograph on our journey.

  • Included

    • Accommodation - Single Occupancy

    • Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners, including water and soda

    • Airport Transfers from the recommended flights

    • Two internal flights

    • Transport in A/C minibus with dedicated driver, with bottled water in vehicle provided

    • All entry fees and photo fees

    • Tuition from Mehmet Ozbalci

  • Excluded

    • International flights

    • Insurance

    • Extras, such as tips and gratuities

Tutored By

Tutored by Mehmet Ozbalci

Mehmet Ozbalci
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Luxury Editions

Essentially, a Luxury Editions tour is an exclusive micro learning group with five star tuition and treatment in all aspects of the tour. Each year a small number of ‘Luxury Editions’ tours will run where the group numbers no more than four photographers per tutor. Here the learning approach is more intensive where the leader is able to offer constant ‘hands-on guidance’ allowing them an opportunity to work in depth with each individual photographer in addition to working with the group on a collective basis. In addition to this, the accommodation will be of a high standard and special extras will be included. These tours are only taught by our long standing leaders who have years of experience and are highly sought after. If you would like to join a Luxury Edition tour, then the requirement would simply be a complete understanding of the workings of the camera and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop.

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Off the Beaten Track

Our 'Off the Beaten Track' tours cater for those more adventurous photographers who would like to get off the beaten track and explore roads untrodden or delve into the culture of a place. Groups are small and you can be assured that although the tour leader will have an in-depth knowledge of the location, you may veer off track if an unplanned photography opportunity presents itself! The tuition is five star on these tours. The accommodation varies on these tours from mid range hotels, shared cabins on a ship to basic and clean camps. Our priority is to get you to the best locations in time for the best shot and if this means camping half way up a mountain then so be it! Our 'Off the Beaten Track' tutors will have experience and knowledge of the area, so you can be assured that you will be completely taken care off to allow you to concentrate on that award winning image. If you would like to join an ‘Off the Beaten Track’ tour, then a good knowledge of your camera would be an advantage, but not essential, and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. We do also ask that you have a good level of fitness as these tours could involve a large amount of walking. Check each tours description for requirements.

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Classic

Our Classic tours are aimed at those who wish to discover unique locations, but at a more leisurely pace than the Off the Beaten Track tours. There will be ample time to immerse yourself in the location and spend time on your photography. Classic tours also focus on sunrise and sunset (which are optional for those who like to sleep in!) and have a slightly larger group size (max 8 per tutor) to allow the social side of photography to be appreciated. Tuition is five star and hotels are mid-high range depending on the tour. Every classic tour is different so do refer to the tour description for details of accommodation and locations visited. If you would like to join a ‘Classic’ tour, then a good knowledge of your camera would be an advantage, but not essential, and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. Fitness levels required vary depending on the tour so do check the exertion level under the description tab.

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City Tours

Interested in architectural photography or street photography? Do you get a buzz from photographing city life? Then a city tour is for you. We have a range of tours catering to various styles of photography including People/Street, Intentional Camera Movement, Iphoneography or Architectural photography. Tours range in length from weekend breaks, ideal for those who don’t have may days holiday left, or longer tours to allow yourself to truly explore the city. Our tutors have an in-depth knowledge of the location and will take you to undiscovered spots to ensure you come away with a varied selection of images that you are proud of. If you would like to join a ‘City’ tour, the requirement would simply be a complete understanding of the workings of the camera and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. Fitness levels required vary depending on the tour so do check the exertion level under the description tab.

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In a Day

Only got one day to spare or have already used up your ‘holiday’ budget? Join one of our ‘In a Day’ photography workshops and we will provide you with the knowledge, the views and the techniques for making the most of the light. You will go away not only having met some like minded people but most importantly having learnt something new and exciting about photography. You only need to bring a camera and an open mind! Our photography workshops are ideal for all levels of photographer from beginner to advanced. Please note these one day workshops are exclusive of VAT, this will be applied at the rate of 20% at the checkout.

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Easy - most locations are arrived at by vehicle, and most subjects and viewpoints are within easy reach. No particular level of fitness is required.

Moderate - these tours involve some walking, perhaps sometimes in towns, or on well developed trails. There may be a limited amount of uphill walking. Please advise if you have any fitness concerns.

Strenuous - these are tours which may include demanding levels of walking, including some prolonged or steep ascents and descents. Rough terrain (off the beaten track) may well be encountered. A reasonable level of fitness is required for these trips.

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