Experience the highlights of Turkey on our 7-day Best of Turkey Tour. Begin your journey in Istanbul, where ancient and modern collide in a bustling metropolis. Explore the ruins of Ephesus, a window into the past of one of the world's oldest civilizations. Marvel at the natural wonders of Pamukkale's terraces before venturing into the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, dotted with fairy chimneys and cave dwellings. With expert guides, comfortable accommodations, and seamless transportation, this tour promises an unforgettable exploration of Turkey's diverse culture and breathtaking landscapes.
| Tour Name | 7 Days Best of Turkey Tour – Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale & Cappadocia |
|---|---|
| Duration | 7 Days / 6 Nights |
| Tour Type | Small-Group Guided Turkey Tour |
| Price | From $1,630 per Person |
| Departure Point | Istanbul Airport or Istanbul Cruise Port |
| Return Point | Istanbul Airport or Istanbul |
| Main Destinations | Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Hierapolis and Cappadocia |
| Day 1 | Arrival in Istanbul, Airport or Cruise Port Transfer & Free Time |
| Day 2 | Istanbul Old City Tour |
| Day 3 | Istanbul → Izmir → Ephesus → Şirince → Kuşadası |
| Day 4 | Pamukkale & Hierapolis → Kuşadası |
| Day 5 | Izmir → Cappadocia → Cave Hotel |
| Day 6 | South Cappadocia Tour |
| Day 7 | North Cappadocia Tour → Istanbul |
| Domestic Flights | Istanbul → Izmir, Izmir → Cappadocia and Cappadocia → Istanbul Included |
| Airport Transfers | Airport Transfers in Istanbul, Izmir and Cappadocia Included |
| Day 1 Arrival | Private Transfer from Istanbul Airport or Cruise Port to Your Hotel |
| Day 1 Free Time | Free Time to Relax or Explore Istanbul Independently |
| Day 2 Istanbul Old City Tour | Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace with Harem and Grand Bazaar |
| Hippodrome | Explore the Historic Byzantine Hippodrome and See the Egyptian Obelisk and Other Ancient Monuments |
| Blue Mosque | Visit Istanbul's Famous Ottoman Mosque and Admire Its Iconic Architecture and Iznik Tiles |
| Topkapi Palace | Explore the Former Imperial Residence of the Ottoman Sultans |
| Topkapi Harem | Visit the Historic Harem Section of Topkapi Palace |
| Grand Bazaar | Explore One of Istanbul's Historic Covered Markets with Thousands of Shops and Traditional Products |
| Day 2 Lunch | Included |
| Day 2 Overnight | Istanbul |
| Day 3 Flight | Early Morning Flight from Istanbul to Izmir |
| Ephesus Ancient City | Explore One of the Best-Preserved Ancient Roman Cities in the World |
| House of the Virgin Mary | Visit the Sacred Pilgrimage Site Traditionally Believed to Be the Final Home of the Virgin Mary |
| Temple of Artemis | Visit the Remains of One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World |
| Şirince Village | Explore the Charming Historic Village Famous for Its Traditional Houses and Fruit-Flavored Wines |
| Day 3 Lunch | Included |
| Day 3 Overnight | Kuşadası |
| Day 4 Pamukkale Tour | Pamukkale Travertines and Hierapolis Ancient City |
| Pamukkale Travertines | Explore the Famous White Calcium-Rich Terraces Formed by Thermal Waters |
| Hierapolis Ancient City | Explore the Ancient Roman Spa City and Its Theatre, Necropolis, Temple of Apollo and Thermal Baths |
| Cleopatra's Pool | Discover the Historic Thermal Pool Associated with Ancient Roman Visitors |
| Day 4 Lunch | Included |
| Day 4 Overnight | Kuşadası |
| Day 5 Flight to Cappadocia | Transfer to Izmir Airport and Direct Flight to Kayseri-Cappadocia |
| Cappadocia Airport Transfer | Transfer from Kayseri Airport to Your Cave Hotel Included |
| Day 5 Free Time | Free Time to Relax and Explore Cappadocia Independently |
| Day 5 Overnight | Göreme-Cappadocia |
| Day 6 South Cappadocia Tour | Göreme Panorama, Derinkuyu Underground City, Ihlara Valley, Belisırma, Selime Monastery and Pigeon Valley |
| Göreme Panorama | Enjoy Panoramic Views of Göreme and Cappadocia's Unique Volcanic Landscape |
| Derinkuyu Underground City | Explore the Deep Underground Settlement and Its Ancient Tunnels, Living Spaces and Infrastructure |
| Ihlara Valley | Enjoy a Scenic Walk Along the Melendiz River Surrounded by Rock-Cut Byzantine Churches |
| Belisırma | Enjoy Lunch at a Riverside Restaurant |
| Selime Monastery | Explore the Largest Rock-Cut Monastery in Cappadocia |
| Pigeon Valley | Enjoy a Panoramic View of Cappadocia's Distinctive Rock Landscape |
| Day 6 Lunch | Included |
| Day 6 Overnight | Göreme-Cappadocia |
| Hot Air Balloon | Optional Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight Available at Additional Cost |
| Day 7 North Cappadocia Tour | Uçhisar Castle, Zelve Open Air Museum, Çavuşin Village, Avanos, Pottery Workshop, Paşabağ and Devrent Valley |
| Uçhisar Castle | Enjoy Panoramic Views from Cappadocia's Highest Viewpoint |
| Zelve Open Air Museum | Explore the Ancient Monastic Settlement with Cave Dwellings, Tunnels and Fairy Chimneys |
| Çavuşin Village | Discover the Historic Village and Its Abandoned Greek Houses |
| Avanos | Visit the Traditional Pottery Town on the Kızılırmak River |
| Pottery Workshop | Discover Traditional Pottery-Making Techniques Using Local Red River Clay |
| Paşabağ | Explore the Famous Fairy Chimneys of Monks Valley |
| Devrent Valley | Discover the Valley's Imaginative Rock Formations and Unique Landscapes |
| Day 7 Lunch | Included in Avanos |
| Day 7 Tour End | Return to Hotel Around 5:00 PM Before Airport Transfer |
| Accommodation | 6 Nights of Hotel Accommodation Included |
| Istanbul Accommodation | 2 Nights |
| Kuşadası Accommodation | 2 Nights |
| Cappadocia Accommodation | 2 Nights in a Cave Hotel in Göreme |
| Guide Service | Professional Guided Small-Group Tours |
| Meals | All Meals Mentioned in the Itinerary Included – Breakfast and Lunches |
| Entrance Fees | Included for the Listed Guided Tours |
| Transportation | Comfortable Transportation During the Guided Tour Portions of the Itinerary |
| International Flights | Not Included |
| Dinners | Not Included |
| Insurance | Not Included |
| Visa | Not Included |
| Beverages | Not Included |
| Personal Expenses | Not Included |
| Walking Level | Moderate to Active |
| Terrain | Ancient Streets, Uneven Archaeological Surfaces, Rock Trails, Steps, Slopes, Underground Passages and Valley Trails |
| Suitable For | First-Time Turkey Visitors, Couples, Families, Solo Travelers, History Lovers, Nature Enthusiasts and Culture Travelers |
| Child Friendly | Yes |
| Accessibility | Accessibility May Be Limited Due to Uneven Terrain, Steps, Underground Areas and Valley Walking |
| What to Bring | Comfortable Walking Shoes, Hat and Sunscreen |
| Important Notes | Tour Itineraries May Be Slightly Adjusted Due to Traffic, Weather or Operational Conditions |
| Departure Preparation | Guests Must Be at the Ports or Hotels at Least 10 Minutes Before Departure Time |
| Cruise Passengers | Cruise Passengers Are Kindly Requested to Provide Their Ship Name in Advance |
| Cancellation | Free Cancellation up to 24 Hours Before the Tour Start Time. Cancellations Made Within 24 Hours of Departure Are Non-Refundable. |
| Reservation | Advance Booking Recommended |
WELCOME…! MERHABA…!
Transfer from the airport or cruise port to your hotel by private car. The rest of the day at your leisure.
Today we will start our day from the heart of the old city by visiting: The Byzantine Hippodrome where the Egyptian Obelisk is standing, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace with Harem, and the Grand Bazaar.
You will have an early morning check out and a transfer to the airport and fly to Izmir. You will be transferred from the airport to Ephesus to join the Ephesus day trip. Visit the Greco–the Roman City of Ephesus which is one of the best-preserved ancient Roman cities in the world. Then drive up to the House of the Virgin Mary where it is believed she spent the last days of her life. This is an official pilgrimage and holy place for Christians. After lunch, we visit the temple of Artemis and the village of Sirince famous for her fruit-flavored wines.
Today we will drive to Pamukkale which is a UNESCO World Heritage site with its white calcified terraces. Lunch on arrival. Then visit the ancient city of Hierapolis right next to the white terraces with its Temple of Apollo, the Theatre, the Necropolis, and the thermal baths where Cleopatra and famous Roman general Mark Antony stayed for his honeymoon.
Today we check out and transfer to Izmir Airport for a flight to Kayseri-Cappadocia. On arrival at Kayseri Airport, you will be transferred to your cave hotel. The rest of the day at your leisure.
Optional Hot Air Balloon Flight offers a spectacular sunrise experience over Cappadocia.
The tour starts around 09:30 AM with hotel pick-up (exact time confirmed after booking).
Begin with panoramic views at Goreme Panorama, followed by a visit to Derinkuyu Underground City, the deepest underground city in the region.
Continue to Ihlara Valley for a scenic walk along the Melendiz River, passing rock-cut Byzantine churches. Lunch is served at a riverside restaurant in Belisirma.
In the afternoon, visit Selime Monastery, the largest rock-cut monastery in Cappadocia. The tour ends with a panoramic stop overlooking Pigeon Valley, before returning to your hotel around 5:00 PM.
After pick-up from your hotel, the tour begins at Uchisar Castle, the highest viewpoint in Cappadocia, offering panoramic views of the unique volcanic landscape.
Continue to Zelve Open Air Museum, an ancient monastic settlement with cave dwellings, tunnels and fairy chimneys. Then visit Cavusin Village, known for its abandoned Greek houses.
Lunch is served in Avanos, followed by a visit to a traditional pottery workshop, where Red River clay has been used since Hittite times.
In the afternoon, explore the iconic fairy chimneys of Pasabag and the imaginative rock formations of Devrent Valley.
The tour ends around 5:00 PM with return to your hotel. Later, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight back to Istanbul.
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