10-Day Highlights of Turkey: Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya & Cappadocia

Upon your arrival at Istanbul New Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), at your preferred time, our team will be waiting for you at the exit of the international arrivals area, holding a sign with our agency code for easy identification. After meeting with our team, you will be swiftly transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the afternoon is free for you to relax or explore on your own. Overnight in Istanbul.

Alternatively, you may choose to join the Night Cruise on the Bosphorus, which offers a delightful evening with dinner and live entertainment while cruising along the Bosphorus. Please note, this activity comes at an extra cost.

오전 8시 30분경 호텔에서 아침 식사를 마친 후, 픽업 차량을 이용하여 이스탄불의 상징적인 명소들을 둘러보는 종일 투어를 시작합니다. 첫 번째 방문지는 웅장한 샹젤리제이입니다. 하기아 소피아, 이곳은 과거 대성당이자 모스크였던 곳으로, 현재는 박물관으로 사용되고 있으며 숨 막힐 듯 아름다운 비잔틴 건축물과 모자이크를 전시하고 있습니다. 다음으로는 멋진 곳을 방문하게 됩니다. 블루 모스크 (술탄 아흐메드 모스크), 아름다운 푸른 이즈니크 타일과 6개의 우뚝 솟은 미나레트로 유명한 이곳을 방문한 후, 고대 유적지를 탐험하게 됩니다. 히포드롬(술탄아흐멧 광장), 콘스탄티노플의 옛 사회 및 스포츠 중심지였던 이곳은 전차 경주와 정치 행사가 열리던 곳입니다.

그 후, 도시 중심부에 있는 현지 레스토랑에서 맛있는 점심 식사를 즐기세요. 오후에는 호화로운 건축물을 방문하는 일정으로 투어가 이어집니다. 토프카피 궁전, 이곳은 오스만 술탄들의 옛 거주지였습니다. 호화로운 안뜰과 귀중한 유물로 가득 찬 방들, 그리고 보스포러스 해협의 탁 트인 전망을 감상할 수 있습니다.

여러분의 마지막 목적지는 활기 넘치는 곳이 될 것입니다. 그랜드 바자르, 세계에서 가장 크고 오래된 실내 시장 중 하나인 이곳은 수제 카펫과 보석부터 향신료와 기념품까지 모든 것을 판매하는 4,000개 이상의 상점이 있습니다.

투어가 끝난 후, 오후 4시경 호텔로 다시 모셔다 드립니다. 남은 시간은 자유롭게 보내실 수 있으며, 이스탄불을 더 둘러보시거나 휴식을 취하셔도 좋습니다. 이스탄불에서 숙박합니다.

You will be picked up from your hotel around 4:00 am for your transfer to the airport to catch your early morning flight to Izmir. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to Selcuk, where you will meet your professional tour guide to begin your full-day Ephesus tour.

First, explore the ruins of 에페소스, a magnificent ancient Greek city that once served as a prominent center of culture and commerce. Here, you’ll encounter the 하드리아누스 신전, adorned with elaborate carvings in honor of Emperor Hadrian, and the impressive 대극장, designed to hold up to 25,000 spectators for grand performances and public gatherings. You’ll also admire the 트라얀 분수, a striking structure dedicated to Emperor Trajan, with beautifully crafted statues and detailed architecture.

Around midday, you’ll take a break to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, where you can sample traditional Turkish cuisine and relax before continuing with the tour.

After lunch, continue to the 성모 마리아의 집, a peaceful pilgrimage site on Mount Koressos, where it is believed Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her final years. Next, pass by the remnants of the 아르테미스 신전, once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although only a few columns remain, its significance and historical impact are evident. Finally, visit the 이사 베이 모스크, a beautiful example of 14th-century Seljuk architecture, known for its elegant stonework and intricate calligraphy.

After the tour, around 4:00 pm, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Kusadasi at your leisure. Overnight in Kuşadası.

After breakfast around 7:30 am, you will be picked up from your Kusadasi hotel and taken to the meeting point in Selcuk where the full group will first meet. You will then begin the Pamukkale tour with a drive from Selcuk starting at 8:30 am to Pamukkale, which will be around 3 hours. En route to Pamukkale, after 1.5 hours, there will be a 10-minute stop for a restroom break. Upon arrival around 11:45 am, the group will be first taken to have lunch, and after lunch, at around 1:00 pm, you will begin your guided tour of the Pamukkale and Hierapolis area with a professional licensed tour guide.

In Pamukkale, you’ll have the opportunity to see the iconic 코튼 클리프, a natural wonder created by the accumulation of mineral-rich calcareous deposits forming white travertine terraces. Following this, you’ll explore the ancient 히에라폴리스 시, where you’ll discover historical structures such as the basilica, the grand theatre, and the remarkable 로마 목욕탕. At the end of the guided portion of the tour, you’ll have some free time to further explore the area on your own. During this free time, if you wish, you can swim in the 파묵칼레 고대 수영장 (at your own expense), a unique experience in these thermal waters surrounded by ancient ruins. The tour guide will inform you of the exact meeting point and time to regroup.

At approximately 4:00 pm, you’ll be transferred to the main bus station in Denizli, where you’ll board an intercity coach to Antalya, with an expected duration of 5 hours. Upon arrival in Antalya, a representative will meet you at the bus terminal 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 your tour. The first stop is 퍼지, an ancient city originally settled by the Hittites around 1500 BC and one of the largest in the Pamphylia region. Here, you’ll explore the expansive ruins that reveal the grandeur of this historical site.

From Perge, you’ll continue to the Aspendos Ancient Theatre, a stunningly well-preserved structure built in the 2nd century A.D. With a seating capacity of 15,000, the theater remains a venue for festivals and concerts today, showcasing some of the best Roman theater architecture.

Following Aspendos, there will be a lunch break at a restaurant by a nearby river, offering a tranquil setting to enjoy local cuisine. After lunch, the tour heads to 옆 (pronounced “Seeday”), one of Turkey’s most well-preserved classical cities. Once a significant port city, Side also hosted the largest slave market in the region. During Roman times, important structures were built here, including the large theater, 그 로마 목욕탕, and the majestic 아폴로 신전.

In Side, you’ll have an hour of free time to explore the charming streets, discover additional ruins, or enjoy the seaside. On the way back to Antalya, there will be a stop at the picturesque 마나브가트 폭포, where you can relax, take photos, and enjoy the serene natural setting.

After the visit to the waterfall, you’ll be driven back to Antalya and transferred to your hotel for the evening. Overnight in Antalya.

Today is a free day for you to immerse yourself in Antalya’s stunning beaches and vibrant culture. You might enjoy wandering through the narrow, cobbled streets of the historic old quarter, discovering unique shops and cafes. Take time to visit Antalya’s impressive museum, marvel at Hadrian’s Gate, and explore the numerous historical landmarks in the city’s old town. Alternatively, you can unwind on one of Antalya’s charming beaches or experience a traditional Turkish bath for some relaxation.

After breakfast, check out of your hotel in Antalya. You will be picked up from the hotel and transferred to Antalya Airport for your flight to either Kayseri or Nevsehir via Istanbul. Upon arrival, you will be met by a representative and transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia. Once you check in, the rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore at your leisure. Overnight in Cappadocia.

For an additional experience, you can opt for an early morning 열기구 탑승, offering breathtaking aerial views of Cappadocia’s unique valleys. Please note that this activity comes at an extra cost.

After breakfast, around 9:30 am, you will be picked up from your hotel to begin a full-day tour of North Cappadocia. The tour starts with 데브렌트 밸리, renowned for its surreal fairy chimneys and rock formations that resemble animal shapes. Next, you’ll visit 파샤바그 밸리, also known as Monks Valley, where you can see its distinctive mushroom-shaped pinnacles.

The tour then takes you to the town of 아바노스, famous for its pottery and ceramics tradition, where you’ll also stop for lunch. After lunch, continue to the 젤베 야외 박물관, a site offering a deep look into the region’s monastic history with its ancient carved caves and rock-hewn churches.

Before heading back to your hotel, you’ll have a brief stop to capture panoramic views of 우치사르 성 from the outside, as entry to the castle interior is not allowed.

After the tour ends around 4:00 pm, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax, explore at your own pace, or enjoy optional activities, which are available at an extra cost. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Options include a Turkish Night show with dinner, a 2시간 ATV 투어, a 2시간 승마 투어 through Cappadocia’s valleys, or a Whirling Dervish show, a mesmerizing display of Sufi tradition.

After breakfast at the hotel around 9:30 am, you will be picked up and met by your tour guide to begin your full-day tour of South Cappadocia. Your guide will provide an overview of the day’s activities before starting the tour.

The first stop is the 레드 밸리, where you’ll have the opportunity to explore its remarkable rock-cut churches and enjoy a scenic 5 km hike through the 로즈 밸리(굴루데레 바디시). Next, you’ll visit 카부신 마을, known for its historic houses and churches of Christian clergymen, which showcase the area’s deep cultural heritage.

Around noon, the group will take a break for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, the tour continues to the Pigeon Valley (Guvercinlik Vadisi), famous for its pigeon houses carved into the rocks. In the afternoon, you’ll visit one of Cappadocia’s fascinating underground cities: either the 카이마클리 지하 도시 또는 오즈코낙 지하 도시, where early Christians sought refuge and built intricate networks of rooms and tunnels.

At the end of the tour, around 4:00 pm, you’ll be taken to either Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport for your late evening flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival in Istanbul, our representative will meet with you and assist with your transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul

After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Istanbul (hotel check-out is before 12:00 noon) and will then be transferred to the Istanbul International Airport according to your flight details. This will be the end of our tour and services.