11 Nights Turkey Tour with Antalya, Pamukkale, Efes & Çanakkale Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul
11 Nights Turkey Tour with Antalya, Pamukkale, Efes & Çanakkale Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul
11 Nights Turkey Tour with Antalya, Pamukkale, Efes & Çanakkale Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul
11 Nights Turkey Tour with Antalya, Pamukkale, Efes & Çanakkale Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul
11 Nights Turkey Tour with Antalya, Pamukkale, Efes & Çanakkale Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul
About Tour
Discover Turkey in 12 days: Istanbul’s Byzantine & Ottoman landmarks, Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys, Antalya’s beaches, Pamukkale’s travertines, Ephesus’ Roman wonders, Troy’s legendary ruins, and more. A perfect balance of culture, history, and relaxation.
Tour Program

Arrival at Istanbul Airport

Transfer to hotel in Sultanahmet / Taksim

Rest of day free for relaxation

Overnight in Istanbul (Dinner optional, not included).

Day 2 – Full Day Istanbul Tour

Breakfast at hotel

Full-day Istanbul tour:

Hagia Sophia

Blue Mosque

Topkapi Palace

Basilica Cistern

Grand Bazaar

Evening at leisure

Overnight in Istanbul (Breakfast included).

Day 3 – Bosphorus Cruise & Spice Bazaar

Breakfast at hotel

Morning Bosphorus Cruise (1–2 hours scenic cruise along the strait)

Visit Mısır Çarşısı (Spice Bazaar) for shopping

Afternoon free for leisure or optional activities

Overnight in Istanbul (Breakfast included).

Day 4 – Flight to Cappadocia & Short Tour

Breakfast at hotel

Morning domestic flight to Kayseri / Nevşehir (Cappadocia)

Transfer to hotel in Göreme/Ürgüp

Afternoon short tour:

Aşk Vadisi (Love Valley) – scenic photo stops and walk

Uçhisar Castle – panoramic viewpoint

Evening dinner at hotel

Overnight in Cappadocia (2 nights, Breakfast & Dinner included).

Day 5 – South Cappadocia Tour

Breakfast at hotel

Özkonak Underground City

Pigeon Valley photo stop

Optional: Sunset viewpoint in Red Valley

Evening dinner at hotel

Overnight in Cappadocia (Breakfast & Dinner included).

Day 6 – Bus Transfer to Antalya / Side & Aspendos Tour

Breakfast at hotel

Morning bus transfer from Cappadocia to Antalya (~9–10 hours)

On the way: Visit Side Ancient City & Temple of Apollo

Visit Aspendos Theatre

Evening arrival in Antalya

Check-in at beachfront hotel

Evening dinner at hotel

Overnight in Antalya (Breakfast & Dinner included).

Day 7 – Free Day in Antalya

Breakfast at hotel

Free day to enjoy the beach or optional activities (boat tour, water sports)

Evening dinner at hotel

Overnight in Antalya (Breakfast & Dinner included).

Day 8 – Antalya to Pamukkale

Breakfast at hotel

Morning bus transfer to Pamukkale (~6–7 hours)

Check-in at hotel in Pamukkale

Visit Pamukkale Thermal Terraces and Hierapolis Ancient City

Optional swim in Cleopatra Antique Pool

Evening dinner at hotel

Overnight in Pamukkale (Breakfast & Dinner included).

Day 9 – Pamukkale to Efes / Izmir

Breakfast at hotel

Drive to Efes / Selçuk (~3–4 hours)

Visit Ephesus Ancient City and House of Virgin Mary

Evening transfer to Izmir

Check-in at hotel in Izmir

Evening dinner included at hotel

Overnight in Izmir (Breakfast & Dinner included).

Day 10 – Izmir to Çanakkale via Bergama

Breakfast at hotel

Morning drive to Bergama Asklepion – visit ancient medical center

Continue journey to Çanakkale (~5–6 hours total from Izmir)

Afternoon visit Troy Ancient City

Check-in at hotel in Çanakkale

Evening dinner at hotel

Overnight in Çanakkale (Breakfast & Dinner included).

Day 11 – Çanakkale to Istanbul

Breakfast at hotel

Optional visit to Gallipoli Peninsula (historical tour)

Afternoon bus transfer to Istanbul (~5–6 hours)

Check-in at hotel in Istanbul

Overnight in Istanbul (Breakfast only).

Day 12 – Departure

Breakfast at hotel

Transfer to Istanbul Airport

End of tour

Important Information

Key Facts

  • Duration: 12 days / 11 nights

  • Includes: Accommodation with meals (Istanbul: breakfast only; Cappadocia, Antalya, Pamukkale, Izmir, Çanakkale: breakfast & dinner), domestic flight (Istanbul–Cappadocia), AC bus transfers, professional English-speaking guide, entrance fees (all listed sites)

  • Excludes: International flights, lunches, optional activities (e.g. Cleopatra’s Pool, Gallipoli Peninsula), personal expenses, tips, travel insurance

  • Highlights:

    • Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus Cruise, Spice Bazaar

    • Cappadocia: Love Valley, Uchisar Castle, Özkonak Underground City, Red Valley (optional)

    • Antalya: Aspendos Theatre, Side Ancient City, Temple of Apollo, leisure at beaches

    • Pamukkale: Travertine terraces, Hierapolis, Cleopatra Pool (optional)

    • Ephesus & Izmir: Celsus Library, Great Theatre, House of Virgin Mary

    • Bergama & Çanakkale: Asklepion, Troy Ancient City, Gallipoli Peninsula (optional)