6-Day Istanbul & Antalya Tour by Plane

Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul – Airport Transfer & Free Day

Arrive in Istanbul at any time. Upon your arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), our team will greet you at the international arrivals hall with a sign bearing your name. You will then be transferred to your hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is free to relax or enjoy a first glimpse of this enchanting city at your own pace. Overnight in Istanbul.

• Overnight in Istanbul
• Included Meal(s): No meals are included on this day
• Accommodation: Muyan Suites OR Antea Hotel Oldcity OR Deluxe Golden Horn Hotel or similar (Standard quality)

Day 2: Full-Day Istanbul City Tour

After breakfast, your guide will pick you up at 8:30 AM for a full-day guided exploration of Istanbul’s highlights. Begin with the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, followed by the elegant Blue Mosque and the historic Hippodrome. Continue to the magnificent Topkapi Palace, once the residence of Ottoman sultans. End the day with a visit to the vibrant Grand Bazaar, where you can wander through its colorful alleys filled with shops and treasures.

The tour concludes around 4:30 PM, after which you will be comfortably transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax at your hotel or explore the city at your own pace.

• Overnight in Istanbul
• Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Lunch
• Accommodation: Muyan Suites OR Antea Hotel Oldcity OR Deluxe Golden Horn Hotel or similar (Standard quality)

Day 3: Bosphorus Cruise (Morning) – Flight to Antalya

After breakfast, depart around 8:30 AM for a half-day Bosphorus excursion. Begin with a visit to the lively Spice Market, then embark on a relaxing cruise along the Bosphorus Strait, the waterway that divides Europe and Asia. Along the way, admire the elegance of Dolmabahçe Palace, the charming Beylerbeyi Palace, the majestic Bosphorus Bridge, and waterfront mansions dotting the shoreline.

The cruise ends around 12:15 PM, after which you will return to your hotel to collect your luggage. You will then be transferred to the airport for your flight to Antalya. Upon arrival, meet our representative and enjoy a private transfer to your hotel for check-in.

• Overnight in Antalya
• Included Meal(s): Breakfast
• Accommodation: 1207 Boutique Hotel OR Kosa Boutique Hotel OR Alp Pasa Boutique Hotel OR Aspen Hotel or similar (Standard quality)

Day 4: Full-Day Perge, Aspendos, Side & Manavgat Waterfall Tour

After breakfast, set out at 8:00 AM for a journey into Antalya’s rich history and natural beauty. Begin at Perge, an ancient city renowned for its Roman baths, colonnaded streets, and grand stadium. Continue to the extraordinary Aspendos Ancient Theater, one of the best-preserved theaters of antiquity.

After enjoying lunch by a riverside restaurant, head to Side, where history meets the sea. Discover the impressive Ancient Theater, the Roman Baths, and the beautiful seaside Temple of Apollo.

On the way back to Antalya, enjoy a peaceful stop at the scenic Manavgat Waterfall, where you can relax, take photos, and breathe in the refreshing atmosphere.

The tour finishes around 4:00 PM, and you will be transferred back to your hotel in Antalya for an evening at leisure.

• Overnight in Antalya
• Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Lunch
• Accommodation: 1207 Boutique Hotel OR Kosa Boutique Hotel OR Alp Pasa Boutique Hotel OR Aspen Hotel or similar (Standard quality)

Day 5: Free Day in Antalya for Leisure or Optional Tours

Today is free for you to enjoy at your own pace. Relax on Antalya’s golden beaches, explore the charming old town, or choose from optional activities such as a boat tour or adventure excursion.

• Overnight in Antalya
• Included Meal(s): Breakfast
• Accommodation: 1207 Boutique Hotel OR Kosa Boutique Hotel OR Alp Pasa Boutique Hotel OR Aspen Hotel or similar (Standard quality)

Day 6: Flight Back to Istanbul – End of Services

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Antalya Airport for your return flight to Istanbul (IST or SAW). Depending on flight availability, this may be scheduled for morning or afternoon. Upon arrival in Istanbul, your tour services will come to an end with wonderful memories of your journey. This will be the end of our tour and services.

 Included in the Tour Price:

• Arrival and departure airport transfers and ground transportation
• Domestic flights (Istanbul → Antalya → Istanbul)
• 2 nights in Istanbul (4-star or special-class hotel with breakfast)
• 3 nights in Antalya (boutique hotel with breakfast)
• Professional licensed English-speaking guide during tours
• Meals as specified in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch)
• Entrance fees for all included sites
• Local taxes and service charges

Not Included:

• International flight tickets
• Turkey Tourist Visa fees
• Optional tours and activities
• Services not mentioned in the program
• Dinner and drinks
• Travel insurance (recommended)

Important notes:

• This is a regular group tour, but if requested at cost can be provided as a private tour.
• The regular group tour has shopping stops included in the tour.
• For 1 traveler: 1 Single Room Accommodation
• For 2 travelers: 1 Double/Twin Room Accommodation
• For 3 travelers: 1 Triple Room Accommodation
• For 4 travelers: 2 Double/Twin Rooms Accommodation
• For 5 travelers: 1 Double/Twin Room and 1 Triple Room Accommodation
• Please note that the Blue Mosque is not open for visitation on Fridays as it is closed for religious prayer services. You will only be able to visit the outside of the Blue Mosque area on tours operated on Fridays. No visitation will be allowed inside the Blue Mosque for tourists on Fridays.
• Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesday, it will be replaced with the Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnici).
• Grand Bazaar is closed on Sunday.
• During religious holidays, the Spice Market and Grand Bazaar are closed.
• On flights luggage allowance is 15 kg per person for checked in luggage. For carry-on, you can take up to 8 kg per person. One carry-on is allowed per person.