14 Days Turkey Tour: Istanbul ➝ Cappadocia ➝ Antalya ➝ Pamukkale ➝ Ephesus ➝ Troy

Discover Turkey in 14 days, starting in Istanbul with the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Bosphorus cruise. Explore Cappadocia‘s landscapes and hot air balloons, relax on Antalya‘s beaches, and visit Pamukkale‘s terraces. See Ephesus‘s ruins and the legendary city of Troy. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and stunning scenery.

  • Diverse Itinerary: Encompasses Istanbul, Cappadocia, Antalya, Pamukkale, Ephesus, and Troy.
  • Cultural Immersion: Engage with Turkey’s rich history and vibrant traditions.
  • Breathtaking Landscapes: Witness Cappadocia’s surreal fairy chimneys and Pamukkale’s stunning white travertines.
  • Ancient Marvels: Uncover the secrets of ancient ruins and legendary cities like Ephesus and Troy.
  • Mediterranean Bliss: Unwind on the beautiful beaches of Antalya.
  • Hassle-Free Travel: Enjoy a meticulously planned tour with expert guides and seamless logistics.
Duration: 14 Days
Tour Type: Regular
Departure Days: Everyday
Starting Place: Istanbul
Ending Place: Istanbul
Transportation: +
Istanbul ➝ Cappadocia ➝ Antalya ➝ Pamukkale ➝ Ephesus ➝ Troy

ITINERARY

Day 1 - Arrival in Istanbul

Meal: No Meal

Upon your arrival at Istanbul Airport, our staff will welcome you.
Transfer to the hotel in Istanbul.

Stay overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2 - Free Day in Istanbul

Meal: Breakfast

This is your free day in Istanbul.

Stay overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3 - Best of Istanbul City Tour with Bosphorus Cruise

Meal: Breakfast and Lunch

08:30 ─ After breakfast, your tour guide will transfer you to the tour area.

  1. Blue Mosque: A stunning Ottoman-era mosque known for its six minarets and exquisite blue tile work.
  2. Hagia Sophia: An iconic architectural marvel that has served as a cathedral, mosque, museum, and now a mosque again.
  3. Hippodrome of Constantinople: The ancient chariot racing arena and social hub of the Byzantine Empire, now a historic square.
  4. Bosphorus Cruise: A scenic boat tour offering breathtaking views of Istanbul’s landmarks along the Bosphorus Strait.

17:00 ─ At the end of the Istanbul City tour, you will be transferred to the hotel.

Stay overnight in Istanbul.

Day 4 - Fly to Cappadocia & Cappadocia Tour 1

Meal: Lunch

04:00 ─ Our driver will come to your hotel.
Transfer to the airport.
06:30 ─ Fly to Cappadocia. (Flight time and the airport is changeable according to the season and availability.)
08:00 ─ Landing at Cappadocia Airport.
Our staff will welcome you with your name sign at the exit of the airport.
Transfer to the Cappadocia tour area.

  1. Devrent Valley: Known for its unique and whimsical rock formations resembling animals and various shapes.
  2. Pasabag Valley: Famous for its fairy chimneys and impressive mushroom-shaped rock formations.
  3. Avanos & Pottery Workshop: A town renowned for its traditional pottery, with hands-on workshops available for visitors.
  4. Zelve Open Air Museum: An ancient cave town showcasing dwellings, churches, and monasteries carved into the rock.
  5. Uchisar Castle & Panoramic View: Offers breathtaking panoramic views of Cappadocia from its highest point.

16:00 ─ When the Cappadocia tour ends, you will be transferred to your hotels in Cappadocia.

Stay overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 5 - Cappadocia Tour 2

Meal: Breakfast and Lunch

Additional activity 1: Hot air balloon flight is strongly recommended. The price of the balloon tour is not included in this package.
Additional activity 2: If you want to take amazing photos with hot air balloons, you should join Cappadocia hot air balloon watching tour.

10:00 ─ After breakfast, the tour guide will come to your and and transferred to Cappadocia tour area.

  1. Red Valley: Known for its stunning red rock formations and scenic hiking trails.
  2. Gulludere Valley: Offers beautiful rose-colored rock formations and hidden cave churches.
  3. Cavusin Village: An ancient village with rock-cut houses and a historic church.
  4. Pigeon Valley: Named for its numerous pigeon houses carved into the cliffs.
  5. Ozkonak Underground City: A multi-level underground city used for protection against invasions.

16:00 ─ You will be transferred to your hotels in Cappadocia.

Stay overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 6 - Fly to Antalya

Meal: Breakfast

??:?? ─ Our driver will come to your hotel.
Transfer to the airport.
??:?? ─ Fly to Antalya. (Flight time and the airport is changeable according to the season and availability. If there is no direct flight on your travel date, we will book connected flight via Istanbul.)
??:?? ─ Landing at Antalya Airport.
Our staff will welcome you with your name sign at the exit of the airport.
Transfer to your hotel in Antalya.

The rest of the day is free.

Stay overnight in Antalya.

Day 7 - Free Day in Antalya

Meal: Breakfast

This is your free day in Antalya. You can discover the blue flagged beaches in Antalya.

Stay overnight in Antalya.

Day 8 - Free Day in Antalya

Meal: Breakfast

This is your free day in Antalya.

Stay overnight in Antalya.

Day 9 - Bus to Pamukkale

Meal: Breakfast

Our driver will pick you up from your hotel after breakfast.
Transfer to the bus station.
12:30 ─ Bus to Pamukkale. (Bus departure time is changeable according to the season and availability.)
15:30 ─ Arrival at Pamukkale Bus Station. Our staff will welcome you.
Transfer to your hotel in Pamukkale.

Stay overnight in Pamukkale.

Day 10 - Pamukkale Tour & Transfer to Kusadasi

Meal: Breakfast and Lunch

10:00 ─ Our staff will pick you up from your hotel and transferred to Pamukkale tour area.

  1. Pamukkale: Renowned for its striking white travertine terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal springs.
  2. White Calcium Terraces: Spectacular natural formations created by cascading thermal waters.
  3. Hierapolis Ancient City: The remnants of a historic Greco-Roman spa metropolis.
  4. The Necropolis: Vast ancient burial ground with numerous tombs and mausoleums.
  5. Bath and Basilica: Ruins of Roman-era baths and an early Christian basilica.
  6. Frontinius Gate: Majestic gateway leading into the ancient city of Hierapolis.
  7. Frontinius Street: Main thoroughfare flanked by ancient columns and ruins.
  8. Latrina: Ancient communal latrines of Hierapolis.
  9. Northern Byzantine Gate: Historical gate dating back to the Byzantine era.
  10. Fountain of the Tritons: Ancient fountain featuring triton sculptures.
  11. The Temple of Apollon: Sanctuary dedicated to the deity Apollo.
  12. Cleopatra Antique Thermal Pool: Legendary thermal pool reputedly used by Cleopatra. Swimming is extra

15:00 / 16:00 ─ When the Pamukkale tour ends, we will transfer you to the hotel in Kusadasi.

Stay overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 11 - Ephesus Ancient City Tour

Meal: Breakfast an Lunch

10:00 ─ Our staff will pick you up from your hotel and transferred to Ephesus Ancient City.

  1. Ephesus Ancient City: A remarkably preserved ancient city with a rich historical legacy.
  2. Marble Streets: Elegant streets paved with marble, showcasing the city’s grandeur.
  3. The Odeon: Small theatre used for political meetings and performances.
  4. The Agora: The bustling marketplace of ancient Ephesus.
  5. The Temple of Hadrian: Well-preserved temple dedicated to Emperor Hadrian.
  6. The Monumental Fountains: Impressive fountains that adorned the city.
  7. The Library of Celsius: Ancient library renowned for its magnificent facade.
  8. The Great Amphitheatre: Massive amphitheatre capable of seating thousands.
  9. The Roman Baths: Public baths reflecting Roman bathing culture.
  10. House of Virgin Mary: Believed to be the final home of the Virgin Mary.
  11. Temple of Artemis: One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

16:00 ─ When the Pamukkale tour ends, we will transfer you to the bus station.
18:00 ─ Bus to Canakkale.
23:00 ─ Arrival at Canakkale Bus Station. Our staff will welcome you.
Transfer to your hotel in Canakkale.

Stay overnight in Canakkale.

Day 12 - Troy Ancient City Tour & Transfer to Istanbul

Meal: Breakfast and Lunch

13:00 ─ Our staff will pick you up from your hotel and transferred to Troy Ancient City.

  1. Troy Ancient City: Legendary city famous for the Trojan War, as described in Homer’s epics.
  2. The City Walls: Impressive fortifications built to protect the city.
  3. The Troy VI Houses: Well-preserved residential structures from the Troy VI period.
  4. The Schliemann Trench: Excavation site revealing layers of the city’s history.
  5. The Temple of Athena: Ancient sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Athena.
  6. The Roman Odeon: Small theatre used for musical performances and events.
  7. The Bouleuterion: Council house where city officials met.
  8. The Trojan Horse Replica: Symbolic wooden horse representing the famous legend.
  9. The Eastern Gate: One of the main entrances to the ancient city.
  10. The Megaron Houses: Large, rectangular homes characteristic of early Troy.

16:00 ─ When the Troy tour ends, we will be transferred to your hotel in Istanbul.

Stay overnight in Istanbul.

Day 13 - Free Day in Istanbul

Meal: Breakfast

After breakfast, you could enjoy the day at leisure in Istanbul.

Stay overnight in Istanbul.

Day 14 - Departure from Istanbul

Meal: Breakfast

According to your international flight details, our staff will come to your hotel.
Transfer to Istanbul Airport.

14 Days Turkey tour package ends. Thanks for traveling with us!

INCLUSIONS

  • All transportations in the tour
  • All accommodations as per the itinerary
  • Internal flight & bus tickets
  • Pick up and drop off for the tours
  • Professional tour guide on the tours
  • Meals mentioned in the itinerary
  • Entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
  • Car park, gasoline, highway, and bridge fees
  • Local taxes and service charges
  • Personal Expenses
  • Drinks at lunch
  • Unmentioned meals
  • Entrance to the antique pool in Pamukkale
  • Optinal tours

HOTELS

Hotel in Istanbul

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Esans Hotel info tripadvisor
Sultan Hamit Hotel info tripadvisor
Sogut Hotel info tripadvisor
Sphendon Hotel Hotel info tripadvisor
Emine Sultan Hotel info tripadvisor
Otel Nanda Hotel info tripadvisor

Hotel in Canakkale

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Anzac Hotel info tripadvisor
Grand Anzac Hotel info tripadvisor
Crowded House Hotel info tripadvisor

Hotel in Cappadocia

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Heaven Cave Hotel info tripadvisor
Peace Stone Hotel info tripadvisor
Nature Park Hotel info tripadvisor
Tafana Cave Hotel info tripadvisor
ShoeString Stone Hotel info tripadvisor
Perissia Hotel info tripadvisor
Zula Hotel info tripadvisor

Hotel in Kusadasi and Selcuk

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Suhan360 Hotel info tripadvisor
Palm Hotel info tripadvisor
Urkmez Hotel info tripadvisor
Karaaslan Hotel info tripadvisor
Efe Boutique Hotel info tripadvisor
Derici Hotel info tripadvisor
Nilya Hotel info tripadvisor
Rebetika Hotel info tripadvisor

Hotel in Pamukkale

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Venus Hotel info tripadvisor
Melrose Viewpoint Hotel info tripadvisor
Ayapam Hotel info tripadvisor
Tripolis Hotel info tripadvisor
Herakles Thermal Hotel info tripadvisor

Hotel in Antalya

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Argos Hotel info tripadvisor
Afflon Hotel info tripadvisor
Cender Hotel info tripadvisor
Mediterra Art Hotel info tripadvisor
BW Plus Khan Hotel info tripadvisor

The price of the tour covers hotel accommodations as mentioned above or similar quality hotels.

Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel accommodation according to your request at an additional cost.

Option 2: If you would like to book your hotel, we can cut mentioned hotel price out. And, we can quote a new tour package price without the hotel.

You can book the tour directly online if the mentioned hotels are suitable for you. If not, please make a request.

ACTIVITIES

Option 1: Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Flight
Cappadocia hot air balloon flight is the best activity to do in Cappadocia. Book a hot air balloon flight with the best price guarantee.
Option 2: Cappadocia ATV Quad Safari
If you want to explore Cappadocia region while riding ATV, this tour is the best option for you. Includes guiding, pick-up and drop-off.
Option 3: Cappadocia Camel Ride
Camel riding is one of the best new excitements to do in Cappadocia. Firstly we teach you the basic rules, and then you can start exploring Cappadocia.
Option 4: Cappadocia Horseback Riding Safari
Horseback safari is one of the best activities to do in Cappadocia. Firstly we teach you the basic rules, and then you can start exploring Cappadocia.
Option 5: Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Watching Tour
You should join the Cappadocia hot air balloon watching tour if you want to take amazing pictures and if you have acrophobia.
Option 6: Cappadocia Turkish Night Show and Dinner
Have fun with the traditional Turkish Night Show in Cappadocia. You will have a delicious dinner and unlimited local alcohol.
Option 7: Cappadocia Whirling Dervishes Ceremony
Our program of Whirling Dervishes in Cappadocia will provide you with a unique cultural experience with free transportation service.

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REMARKS

  • Exact pickup time will be given at the time of booking.
  • You are kindly requested to present yourself at the pickup point 15 minutes prior the pre-advised pickup time.
  • Comfortable shoes and a hat is recommended as shade is limited in the summertime.
  • The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion.
  • If there is no direct flight from Cappadocia to Antalya on your travel dates than we use flight connection via Istanbul.

11 REVIEWS

  1. Corrie

    Dear Leyla,
    Thank you for a wonderful and well organised tour of Turkey. I’ve listed some positives and negatives below:
    Positives:
    • Leyla was always available on Whatsapp and responded immediately to my requests, even at 10:30 in the evening. She was always prepared to do the necessary adjustments that I requested and gave regular feedback without having to prompt her.
    • The transport was always on time, good quality and courteous.
    • The hotels were good quality and always in the ideal locations close to the tourist areas and restaurants
    • The tour schedule worked very well as well as the ability to customize it to our requirements
    • The tour guides were all very knowledgeable and professional.
    • The meals that were included, breakfasts and buffet lunches were good.
    • Well organised and good value for money.
    Small Negatives:
    • The long bus trips, especially visiting the ancient Cities near Antalya
    • The quality of the bus between Antalya and Fethiye was not so good and very cramped, while the bus from Fethiye to Pamukkale was luxurious and enjoyable.
    • Some confusion about the IST24 notice at the Istanbul Airport, but not too serious.
    • I never got to meet Leyla to thank her myself!!
    I will certainly recommend Toursce to my friends.
    Turkey was a great experience.
    Thank you for a wonderful trip

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