“Bora’s Eastern and Unknown Turkey” with Cultural Folk Tours

Bora Özkök, the owner of Cultural Folk Tours (5631 Lincoln Ave., Ste. B, Cypress, CA 90630-3156; 800/935-8875, www.boraozkok.com), was the leader on our 20-day “Bora’s Eastern and Unknown Turkey,” July 15-Aug. 3, 2007.

Eastern Turkey, which we found safe and friendly, is unspoiled in its natural beauty and ancient sites. Bora’s knowledge and presentation of this fascinating area of Turkey made the ancient sites come alive. Every day was an adventure, and the 17 members of our group were the only tourists at each site.

This is Bora’s homeland (he now lives in California), and his information about Turkey, past and present, and his enthusiasm made our venture great.

ESTHER HANKIN

Novi, MI