Marty Harger's Essential Earth Explorations

Travel programs for global explorers and essential oil enthusiasts

REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR 2025 EXPLORATIONS!

Enjoy the travel experience-of-a-lifetime with my personally-escorted, Essential Earth Explorations programs! I offer small-group explorations to fascinating international destinations!

Are you looking for a fabulous and truly unique international travel adventure? How about one that’s been personally curated to include purposeful exploration of exciting cultural experiences, self-discovery and unique adventures wrapped in comfort, safety and style? Then take a look at each of my programs below and let’s register you right away for one of the few, prized spots on my upcoming Essential Earth Exploration travel programs.

Rose & Lavender Essential Oil Immersion – Rose Festival – Historic Sites –
Unique Eastern European Culture – Spa Experiences – Daily Yoga

2025 ESSENCE OF BULGARIA EXPLORATION – June 4 – 11, 2025  8 Days/7 nights

Would you enjoy a week of pampering, delicious meals, new adventures and experiences with me and a small group of women travelers? Are you ready to explore the origins of the world’s most fragrant flowers and the essential oils they create? Then join me in Bulgaria this June to expand your knowledge of the most “feminine” essential oils!

I couldn’t be more excited to take you to the land where ROSE oil, the delicate, yet powerful “Queen of Oils” – is grown and distilled.  Early June offers a very short season when roses are annually picked and distilled. That makes it the perfect time of year to celebrate with the Bulgarian people during the Kazanlak Rose Festival! I’ve designed this very special women’s program based on my own experiences in Bulgaria and passion for the hand-crafted nature of Rose and Lavender essential oils.

Here’s What I Have Planned for You

During our time in Bulgaria, you’ll come to love this lesser-known Eastern European nation by discovering its historically-significant and ancient sites, immersive cultural experiences, sampling fresh and unique Balkan foods, soaking in the area’s thermal waters, receiving top quality therapeutic massage treatments, luxuriating in diverse spa approaches, starting your day with yoga, and taking in the peaceful scenery of Bulgaria’s mountains and seaside vistas. I’ve purposefully patterned our journey across Bulgaria to allow for a retreat experience with time set aside just for relaxation and replenishing ourselves balanced with adventure and exploration of the country itself. You’ll love it!

Throughout our Exploration, we’ll be accompanied by a highly knowledgeable local Tour Guide who will help us interpret our experiences and the local language.  The itinerary covers Bulgaria from the western border to the eastern seacoast, allowing us to gain a deeper understanding of the cultural changes experienced over the years by its people. You’ll come to love the Bulgarian people and share in their pride for the nation they are building.

If you’re ready to explore aromatic bliss and the healing power of flower oils, come with me and the new friends you’ll meet as we venture into a new part of the world exploring the rose and lavender oils it produces.  My Essence of Bulgaria Exploration – The Queen of Flowers Retreat for Women is the perfect travel retreat to share with other women you know. Talk to a girlfriend, a sister, daughter, cousin or mother and register together for a truly unique Essential Earth Exploration women’s retreat experience in Bulgaria!

Limited space is available, so register today for this truly unique Exploration and opportunity!

Three Unique Locations – Amazing Historic Sites – Grand Bazaar Shopping –
Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Cappadocia – Fully-Guided Experience

2025 TREASURES OF TURKEY EXPLORATION – September 25 – October 4, 2025  10 Days/9 nights

Join me to explore the ancient and magical world of Turkey! A land whose legacy is displayed in its architecture; Turkey is surrounded by four seas that contains fascinating geologic wonders.  It’s a country that surrounds you with color, texture and diverse experiences: from the contemporary comforts of Istanbul to its historic cobblestone streets and ethnic neighborhoods;  from the tall, natural, rock spires of Cappadocia;  to the warm sea breezes of Izmir.

Here’s What I Have Planned For You:

Guided by a local Tour Host, we’ll learn about the kingdoms and conquerors of this country situated at the crossroads of the Balkans, Caucasus, Middle East, and eastern Mediterranean.  This part of the world has been inhabited by modern humans since the late Paleolithic period and contains some of the world’s oldest Neolithic sites.  Our journey will take us to the bazaars and trading areas still in use today. We’ll sample Turkish cuisine with all of its delicious spices and learn to cook our own meal! We’ve got lots of options for special healing experiences, a meditative ceremony of the whirling dervishes, and a ride high above the peaks of Cappadocia in a hot air balloon!

My Exploration visits three distinct areas: the historic city of Istanbul, the seacoast of Izmir, and the stunning volcanic landscape of Cappadocia. Each day offers deeper insights into Turkey, its people and the culture. The multiple UNESCO World Heritage sights we’ll visit highlight the important chapters of Turkey’s history. Not to worry though, we’ll make sure to have some fun with our belly dancing class, a wine tasting, a visit to an organic farm and so much more!

If you’re ready to discover the truly magnificent country of Turkey with a small-group of travelers, my 2025 Treasures of Turkey Exploration offers the perfect balance of activity, adventure, key historic sights, cultural understanding, relaxation, and always a few extra surprises to insure this Exploration is the journey of a lifetime.  With limited space for my small-group travel program, read on for more detail and then reach out right away to secure your spot on my 2025 Treasures of Turkey Exploration!

Limited space is available, so register today for this truly unique Exploration and opportunity!