Classic Turkey Tour 11 Days | Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale & Ephesus

All of our tours are private, and every itinerary can be customized according to your preferences before booking.

DAY 01 – ISTANBUL

Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel.

Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 02 – ISTANBUL – ÇANAKKALE

(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

After breakfast, begin your day with a memorable Bosphorus Cruise, sailing along the famous strait that separates Europe and Asia. During the cruise, admire magnificent Ottoman palaces, historic fortresses, elegant waterfront mansions, and the impressive bridges connecting the two continents.

After the cruise, visit the colorful Spice Bazaar, built in the 17th century and famous for its spices, Turkish delights, dried fruits, teas, perfumes, saffron, and traditional handicrafts.

Following lunch at a local restaurant, depart for Çanakkale.

Dinner and overnight in Çanakkale.

DAY 03 – ÇANAKKALE – TROY – PERGAMON – KUŞADASI

(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

After breakfast, visit the legendary ancient city of Troy, famous for Homer's Iliad and the Trojan War. See the famous replica of the Trojan Horse and explore the archaeological remains of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Continue to Pergamon, one of the greatest cultural and medical centers of the ancient world.

Highlights include:

• The Acropolis
• Temple of Trajan
• Temple of Athena
• Ancient Agora
• The spectacular hillside Theatre, one of the steepest in the world

After lunch, continue to Kuşadası.

Dinner and overnight in Kuşadası.

DAY 04 – KUŞADASI – EPHESUS – PAMUKKALE

(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

After breakfast, depart for Ephesus, one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman cities in the world.

Before entering Ephesus, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be the place where the Virgin Mary spent her final years.

Continue exploring the magnificent ruins of Ephesus, including:

• Library of Celsus
• Great Theatre
• Temple of Hadrian
• Marble Street
• Roman Baths
• Agora

Enjoy a traditional Turkish leather fashion show, showcasing one of Türkiye's oldest and finest handicraft traditions.

After lunch, continue to Pamukkale, also known as the Cotton Castle.

Visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, famous for its Roman Theatre, Necropolis, and thermal baths.

Then admire Pamukkale's breathtaking white travertine terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal waters.

Dinner and overnight at a thermal hotel in Pamukkale.

DAY 05 – PAMUKKALE – CAPPADOCIA

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After breakfast, depart for Cappadocia.

On the way, visit the magnificent Sultanhan Caravanserai, one of the finest examples of Seljuk architecture and an important stop along the ancient Silk Road.

Continue to Cappadocia.

Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia.

DAY 06 – CAPPADOCIA CLASSIC TOUR

(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Early this morning, you may join the unforgettable optional Hot Air Balloon Flight, offering spectacular panoramic views over Cappadocia at sunrise.

After breakfast, begin your full-day tour.

Visit the fascinating Kaymaklı or Özkonak Underground City, once used as a refuge by thousands of early Christians.

Continue to the Göreme Open-Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its rock-cut churches decorated with beautiful Byzantine frescoes.

Visit:

• Uçhisar Castle
• Avanos Pottery Village
• Traditional Cave House

Enjoy panoramic photo stops at some of Cappadocia's most beautiful viewpoints.

Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia.

Optional Evening Activity:

Enjoy a traditional Turkish Night Show featuring folk dances, belly dancing, and live music inside a unique cave restaurant.

DAY 07 – SOUTH CAPPADOCIA TOUR

(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Today's excursion introduces you to the lesser-known treasures of Cappadocia.

Visit:

• Mustafapaşa (Sinasos), a charming former Greek village
• Damsa Dam
• Cemil Village
• Keşlik Monastery
• Soğanlı Valley
• Taşkınpaşa Village

Discover impressive examples of both Greek and Turkish architecture while learning about the region's fascinating multicultural history.

Lunch at a local restaurant.

Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia.

DAY 08 – CAPPADOCIA – ISTANBUL

(Breakfast / Lunch)

After breakfast, transfer to Cappadocia Airport for your flight to Istanbul.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.

The remainder of the day is free for leisure.

Overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 09 – ISTANBUL

(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

After breakfast, visit Pierre Loti Hill, one of the best panoramic viewpoints overlooking the Golden Horn.

Continue to the historic Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets, featuring over 4,000 shops.

Later, visit Taksim Square and stroll along the famous Istiklal Avenue, the vibrant heart of modern Istanbul, filled with shops, cafés, restaurants, and historic buildings.

Dinner and overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 10 – ISTANBUL

(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Today's highlights include:

• Topkapi Palace
• Hagia Sophia
• Blue Mosque
• Roman Hippodrome

Discover the treasures of the Ottoman Empire, admire the magnificent architecture of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, and explore the ancient Hippodrome, once the social and sporting center of Constantinople.

After the tour, return to your hotel.

Dinner and overnight in Istanbul.

DAY 11 – DEPARTURE

(Breakfast)

After breakfast, enjoy free time until your scheduled private transfer to Istanbul Airport for your international departure flight.

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