9-Day Best of Turkey Tour: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Antalya, Pamukkale & Ephesus

Arrive in Istanbul at any time. Upon your arrival at イスタンブール空港（IST） または サビハ・ギョクチェン空港 (SAW), our team will be waiting for you at the exit of the international arrivals area, holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore the city at your leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast and check-out from your hotel, you will be picked up around 8:30 AM for a full-day guided tour exploring the Byzantine and Ottoman highlights of Istanbul’s Old City.

Your tour begins with a visit to the magnificent アヤソフィア, a former cathedral and mosque turned museum, which reflects the grandeur of both Christian and Islamic heritage.

Continue to the world-renowned ブルーモスク, admired for its elegant architecture, six minarets, and exquisite blue İznik tiles.

Next, walk through the historic 競馬場, once the social and sporting heart of Byzantine Constantinople. Here, you’ll view notable monuments such as the テオドシウスのオベリスク, 、 蛇の柱, 、そして ドイツ式噴水.

After exploring these landmarks, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant where you can savor traditional Turkish dishes.

In the afternoon, your tour continues with a visit to the opulent トプカプ宮殿, home to Ottoman sultans for nearly four centuries. Stroll through its imperial courtyards, discover priceless treasures, and optionally explore the private ハーレム section (ticket extra).

The final stop of the day will be at the sprawling グランドバザール, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets. With thousands of shops, it’s the perfect place to shop for souvenirs or simply absorb the vibrant atmosphere.

Around 4:30 PM, you will return to your hotel to collect your luggage and then be transferred to イスタンブール空港 for your late evening flight to カイセリ. Upon arrival, a One Nation Travel representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in カッパドキア. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

For an additional experience, you may begin your day with an early morning 熱気球に乗る to enjoy breathtaking aerial views of Cappadocia’s unique valleys and rock formations. This activity is optional and available at an extra cost.

After breakfast, around 9:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel to begin a full-day guided tour of 北カッパドキア.

Your first stop will be the whimsical デヴレントバレー, known for its imaginative rock formations that resemble animals and mythical creatures. Next, head to パシャバー渓谷（僧侶の谷） to admire the iconic mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys.

続けて アヴァノス, a picturesque town famous for its pottery-making heritage, where you’ll also stop for lunch at a local restaurant. You may have the chance to see a live pottery demonstration by local artisans.

In the afternoon, visit the fascinating ゼルヴェ野外博物館, an abandoned cave village that once housed monks and early Christians, now serving as an open-air museum rich in cultural history.

Before concluding the tour, enjoy a panoramic photo stop at ウチヒサル城 — the highest point in Cappadocia — where you’ll have time to take in the view from the outside (interior visits not permitted).

The tour ends around 4:00 PM, and you will be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore at your own pace. Overnight in Cappadocia.

In the evening, you may choose one optional activity to enhance your experience in Cappadocia (available at an extra cost). Options include: enjoying traditional music and folk dances at the ディナー付きトルコナイトショー, joining an adventurous ATVツアー（2時間） through the valleys, exploring the terrain on a 乗馬ツアー（2時間）, or witnessing the spiritual beauty of a 旋回舞踊ショー（1時間）.

After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel. At approximately 9:30 AM, you will be picked up and met by your professional tour guide to begin your full-day tour of 南カッパドキア.

The tour starts with a visit to the stunning レッドバレー, where you’ll explore beautifully preserved rock-cut churches and hike approximately 5 km through the colorful Rose Valley (Gulludere).

次に、 チャウシン村, known for its abandoned rock houses and cave churches once used by Christian clergy. Around noon, enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant.

Following lunch, the tour continues to Pigeon Valley (Guvercinlik), where you can admire panoramic views dotted with dovecotes carved into the cliffs. In the afternoon, explore one of the region’s remarkable underground cities: either カイマクリ または オズコナック, which offered refuge to early Christian communities.

After the tour, around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to either カイセリ または Nevsehir Airport for your late evening flight to アンタルヤ, with a layover in Istanbul. Upon arrival at アンタルヤ空港 (around 1:30 AM), a One Nation Travel representative holding a sign with your name will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Antalya.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up around 8:00 AM to begin a full-day guided tour of Antalya’s historical and natural highlights.

Your first stop will be the ancient city of ペルゲ, originally settled by the Hittites around 1500 BC. As one of the largest cities of the Pamphylia region, Perge is known for its impressive ruins, including a stadium, baths, and colonnaded streets that reflect the grandeur of Roman architecture.

Next, head to the well-preserved アスペンドス古代劇場, built in the 2nd century AD. With a seating capacity of 15,000, it remains one of the most intact Roman theaters in the world and still hosts cultural performances and concerts.

Following the visit to Aspendos, enjoy a relaxing lunch at a riverside restaurant surrounded by nature.

The tour then continues to 側, a coastal city that was once a major port and one of the most important settlements in ancient Pamphylia. Here, you will explore major Roman ruins including the Ancient Theater, 、 Ruins of the Roman Baths, and the picturesque アポロ神殿, dramatically set against the backdrop of the sea.

You will have about one hour of free time in Side to explore the town’s charming streets, enjoy seaside views, or shop for souvenirs.

On your way back to Antalya, there will be a final stop at the scenic マナヴガット滝, where you can enjoy the cool breeze, take photos, and relax by the cascading water.

After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Antalya.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Antalya’s main bus station. From there, you will board an intercity day coach に Denizli, the nearest city to Pamukkale. The bus ride takes approximately 5 hours and provides a comfortable and scenic way to travel across southwestern Turkey. Upon arrival at Denizli bus station, you will be met by a local representative and transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Pamukkale.

After breakfast and check-out from your hotel, you will be picked up around 10:30 AM for a guided tour of パムッカレ そして古代都市 ヒエラポリス.

The tour begins with the famous パムッカレの石灰棚, a natural wonder of dazzling white calcium terraces formed by thermal spring waters cascading down the hillside. You will have time to walk barefoot across these stunning formations and enjoy breathtaking views.

Next, explore the ruins of the Greco-Roman city of ヒエラポリス, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Key highlights include the well-preserved ヒエラポリス劇場, 、 アポロ神殿, そして印象的な ローマ浴場.

After the guided tour, you will have approximately one hour of free time. You may choose to take a dip in the historic パムッカレの古代のプール (optional, with an additional entrance fee), where ancient marble columns lie beneath warm, mineral-rich waters.

After the tour, around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred by vehicle to Kusadasi (approximately 3 hours’ drive). Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure. Overnight in Kusadasi.

After breakfast and check-out from your hotel in Kusadasi, you will be picked up around 午前8時30分 for a full-day guided tour of エフェソス, one of the most iconic and well-preserved ancient cities in the world.

Start your journey on キュレテス通り, the main boulevard of ancient Ephesus, flanked by remnants of temples, shops, and elegant houses. Visit the richly decorated ハドリアヌス神殿, adorned with impressive mythological carvings.

Continue on to the magnificent 偉大な劇場, capable of seating 25,000 spectators, where you’ll learn about its cultural significance and Roman architecture. Nearby, you’ll see the ornate トラヤヌスの噴水, a highlight of Roman engineering and artistry.

Following your archaeological discoveries, enjoy a delicious lunch at a countryside restaurant near Ephesus.

In the afternoon, visit the serene 聖母マリアの家, a sacred site believed to be where Mary spent her final years. Surrounded by pine forest, it is a place of reflection and spiritual tranquility.

Your tour continues with a stop at the remains of the アルテミス神殿—once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although little remains, its legacy and importance are still deeply felt.

Conclude your tour with a visit to the イサベイ・モスク, a 14th-century architectural masterpiece of the Seljuk era, featuring a serene courtyard and intricately carved stonework.

After the tour, 転送されます Izmir Airport for your evening flight to イスタンブール (flight duration: approximately 1 hour). Upon arrival, a One Nation Travel representative will meet you and arrange your transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel (latest by 12:00 noon). Depending on your flight schedule, you may have free time to enjoy a final stroll or pick up last-minute souvenirs. At the appropriate time, our driver will transfer you to Istanbul Airport (IST) for your departure flight. This marks the end of your tour — we hope Turkey has left you with unforgettable memories. Safe travels, and we look forward to welcoming you back!

休暇を延長したいですか？ If you wish to add extra leisure days in Istanbul, Cappadocia, Kusadasi, or Antalya you can easily customize your itinerary. Simply indicate your preference for additional nights using the booking form when making your reservation.