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. You can explore Istanbul by yourself.
Stay overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 - Best of Istanbul City Tour with Bosphorus Cruise
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
08:30 ─ Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel after breakfast.
Transfer to the Istanbul Old City area.
- Hagia Sophia: This iconic structure has served as a cathedral, mosque, and museum, showcasing a blend of Christian and Islamic architecture.
- Blue Mosque: Renowned for its striking blue tiles and six towering minarets, this mosque is a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture.
- Hippodrome: Once a grand arena for chariot races, it is now a vibrant public square adorned with ancient monuments.
- Bosphorus Cruise: Enjoy a picturesque boat ride with stunning views of Istanbul’s skyline and historic sites along the Bosphorus Strait, including a delightful lunch on board.
17:00 ─ When the Istanbul tour ends, you will be transferred back to the hotel.
Stay overnight in Istanbul.
Day 4 - Free Day in Istanbul
Meal: Breakfast
Today is your free day in Istanbul.
Stay overnight in Istanbul.
Day 5 - Fly to Cappadocia & Cappadocia Tour 1
Meal: Lunch
04:00 ─ Our driver will pick you up from your hotel.
Transfer to the airport.
06:40 ─ Fly to Cappadocia. (Flight time is changeable according to the season and availability.)
07:55 ─ Arrival at Cappadocia Airport.
Our staff will welcome you at the exit of the airport.
Transfer to the Cappadocia tour 1 area.
- Devrent Valley: Marvel at the surreal landscape filled with rock formations that resemble animals and fantastical shapes, creating a dreamlike atmosphere.
- Pasabag Valley: Immerse yourself in the wonder of the unique fairy chimneys and towering mushroom-shaped rock pillars that define this valley.
- Avanos & Pottery Workshop: Experience the rich tradition of pottery in Avanos, where you can observe master artisans at work and even try your hand at crafting your own piece.
- Zelve Open Air Museum: Explore this historic cave town, where ancient rock-cut homes, churches, and monasteries offer a glimpse into early monastic life.
- Uchisar Castle & Panoramic View: Ascend to the top of Uchisar Castle for sweeping, panoramic vistas of the captivating valleys and landscapes of Cappadocia.
17:00 ─ You will be transferred back to your hotels in Cappadocia.
Stay overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 6 - Cappadocia Tour 2
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
10:00 ─ Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel.
Transfer to the Cappadocia tour 2 area.
- Red Valley: Wander through a breathtaking landscape adorned with vibrant red and pink rock formations, ideal for picturesque hiking adventures.
- Gulludere Valley: Discover the enchanting rose-colored cliffs and explore the hidden cave churches that offer a serene and historic retreat.
- Cavusin Village: Step back in time in this ancient village, known for its impressive rock-cut homes and the historic Church of St. John the Baptist.
- Pigeon Valley: Traverse scenic trails in this valley famous for its cliffside pigeon houses, offering stunning views and a peaceful ambiance.
- Ozkonak Underground City: Delve into the fascinating underground city, a marvel of engineering with its intricate network of tunnels and ancient living quarters.
17:00 ─ You will be transferred back to your hotels in Cappadocia.
Stay overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 7 - Cappadocia ─ Free Day
Meal: Breakfast
After a delectable breakfast, enjoy a leisurely day exploring Cappadocia at your own pace. For an array of exciting activities, be sure to check out our extra activities section.
Stay overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 8 - Fly to Izmir
Meal: Breakfast
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Transfer to the airport.
??:?? ─ Fly to Izmir. (If there is no direct flight, we will book a connected flight for you.)
??:?? ─ Arrival at Izmir Airport.
Our staff will welcome you at the exit of Izmir Airport.
Transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi.
Stay overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 9 - Ephesus Ancient City Tour
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
08:30 ─ Our tour guide will come to your hotel and transfer you to Ephesus Ancient City.
- Ephesus Ancient City: Explore the well-preserved ruins of this historic city.
- Marble Streets: Walk along the elegant marble-paved streets.
- The Odeon: Discover the small ancient theatre used for performances and meetings.
- The Agora: Visit the bustling marketplace of ancient Ephesus.
- The Temple of Hadrian: Admire the architecture of this beautifully preserved temple.
- The Monumental Fountains: See the grand fountains that adorned the city.
- The Library of Celsius: Marvel at the stunning facade of this ancient library.
- The Great Amphitheatre: Experience the grandeur of this massive amphitheatre.
- The Roman Baths: Learn about Roman bathing culture at these ancient baths.
- House of Virgin Mary: Visit the site believed to be the final home of the Virgin Mary.
- Temple of Artemis: Explore the remains of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
16:00 ─ At the end of the Ephesus Ancient City tour, transfer back to your hotel.
Stay overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 10 - Pamukkale Tour
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
08:00 ─ Our tour guide will come to your hotel and transfer you to Pamukkale.
- Pamukkale: Renowned for its stunning white travertine terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal waters.
- White Calcium Terraces: Natural terraces created by flowing thermal waters, giving a unique snow-white appearance.
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Ancient Greco-Roman city known for its historical ruins and thermal baths.
- The Necropolis: Extensive ancient cemetery with numerous tombs and sarcophagi.
- Bath and Basilica: Remains of Roman-era baths and an early Christian basilica.
- Frontinius Gate: Grand entrance gate to the ancient city of Hierapolis.
- Frontinius Street: Main street lined with ancient columns and ruins in Hierapolis.
- Latrina: Ancient public toilets showcasing the city’s advanced sanitation system.
- Northern Byzantine Gate: Historic gate from the Byzantine era marking the city’s northern entrance.
- Fountain of the Tritons: Ancient fountain adorned with triton sculptures.
- The Temple of Apollon: Significant temple dedicated to the god Apollo, located in Hierapolis.
- Cleopatra Antique Thermal Pool: Thermal pool reputedly used by Cleopatra, filled with warm, mineral-rich waters and surrounded by ancient ruins. (Swimming is extra.)
15:30 ─ At the end of the Pamukkale tour, transfer back to your hotel.
Stay overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 11 - Kuşadası ─ Free Day
Meal: Breakfast
Enjoy a relaxing free day in Kuşadası, exploring its beautiful beaches, lively bazaars, and charming cafes.
Stay overnight in Kuşadası.
Day 12 - Fly to Antalya
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
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Transfer to Izmir Airport.
??:?? ─ Fly to Antalya. (If there is no direct flight, we will book a connected flight for you.)
??:?? ─ Arrival at Antalya Airport.
Our staff will welcome you at the exit of Antalya Airport.
Transfer to the hotel in Antalya.
Stay overnight in Antalya.
Day 13 - Antalya ─ Free Day
Meal: Breakfast
Enjoy a relaxing free day in Antalya, with its stunning beaches, historic old town, and vibrant local markets.
Stay overnight in Antalya.
Day 14 - Fly to Istanbul ─ Free Day
Meal: Breakfast
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Transfer to Antalya Airport.
??:?? ─ Fly to Istanbul.
??:?? ─ Arrival at Istanbul Airport. (Arrival airport is changeable according to the season and availability.)
Our staff will welcome you at the exit of Istanbul Airport.
Transfer to the hotel in Istanbul.
Stay overnight in Istanbul.
Day 15 - Departure from Istanbul
Meal: Breakfast
According to your international flight details, our driver will come to your hotel.
Transfer to Istanbul Airport.
15 Days Turkey tour package is ended.
Marshan –
We had an amazing time on our trip with our very knowledgeable and friendly travel expert, Erkan! Everything in the tour program was very smooth and easy as they provide all the services/booking, etc. for a care-free vacation. We would highly recommend using Toursce for your Turkey trip and we would not hesitate to use them again! I cannot find anything negative to say about their services with our experience. Thanks again Toursce and their team. We had an amazing first-class experience!
Mia –
Thank you very much for an amazing trip and guiding service in Turkey. I have been to Turkey more than 10 times because married a Turkish man and this year we had friends come to visit Turkey. We decided to organize a private Turkey tour program and met with the Toursce travel group in Istanbul. We did Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Konya, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Troia, etc… for 15 days and the whole time our private tour guide was with us. He was informative, attentive, and became part of our family group. He jumped at every request working hard to make that happen, our kids loved him as he was as comfortable and kind with the kids as with us grown-ups. After traveling all over the world and having many private tour guides I have to say he is in the top ones of all time. Also, this company is one of the best travel agencies and they have the best staff in Turkey.
Samantha –
Toursce Travel thank you for your superb service for the trip we recently took as a family to Turkey. From land transfers to bookings at various hotels, the trips, and your amazing friendly guides, everything was perfect. Thank you erkan and josh for taking everything off our hands and giving us a lifetime of beautiful memories. We will be back again :). We visited so many places in Turkey with various internal flights everything was handled beautifully by Toursce Travel.