From: $1,790.00
Discover Turkey’s captivating blend of history, natural wonders, and unique landscapes on this 13-day adventure. Begin in Istanbul’s vibrant cityscape, travel to the ancient ruins of Ephesus, witness the surreal terraces of Pamukkale, experience the coastal allure of Antalya, and finish in the mystical landscapes of Cappadocia. Each stop offers remarkable sights and cultural richness. Immerse yourself in Turkey’s timeless beauty on this unforgettable 13-day tour!
Arrive at any time. Upon your arrival at Istanbul New Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökcen Airport (SAW), our team will be waiting for you at the exit of the international arrivals area, holding a sign with your name on it. You will then be transferred to your hotel for check-in.
The rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore the city at your leisure. Alternatively, you can opt to join the Night Cruise on the Bosphorus with Dinner & Show at an additional cost. This experience offers a memorable evening on the Bosphorus, complete with entertainment and a delicious dinner.
After breakfast, around 8:30 am, you will be picked up from your hotel to begin the full-day guided tour of Istanbul’s Byzantine and Ottoman treasures.
The tour will start with a visit to the grand Hagia Sophia, a majestic structure that began as a cathedral, later served as a mosque, and is now a museum, showcasing centuries of history from both Christian and Islamic cultures.
Next, visit the iconic Blue Mosque, famous for its striking blue tiles and six towering minarets. This impressive building remains an active place of worship and a hallmark of Ottoman architecture.
From there, you’ll explore the Hippodrome, which was once the center of Byzantine public life and the venue for chariot races and other social events. Here, you’ll see important monuments, including the Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpent Column, and German Fountain.
After visiting these key historical sites, you’ll enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant, where you can sample traditional Turkish cuisine and take a moment to relax.
Following lunch, the tour continues with a visit to the stunning Topkapi Palace, the lavish residence of Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. You’ll explore the palace’s vast courtyards, jewel-filled treasuries, and, optionally, the Harem, the private quarters of the sultan’s family.
The final stop of the day will be at the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. With over 4,000 shops, the bazaar offers a wide range of goods, from spices and carpets to jewelry and ceramics, providing an exciting experience for both shoppers and culture enthusiasts.
At the end of the tour, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel around 5:00 pm. The rest of the day is yours to spend at leisure, whether you choose to explore more of Istanbul on your own or simply relax.
After breakfast at around 8:30 am, you will join the Half-Day Morning Bosphorus Cruise. Begin with a scenic drive to Eminonu Pier for a short visit to the historic Spice Market (Egyptian Bazaar). Following this, board a shared boat for a cruise along the Bosphorus Strait, the iconic waterway connecting the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara and dividing Europe from Asia. During the cruise, enjoy views of landmarks such as Dolmabahce Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, the famous Bosphorus Bridge, as well as ancient fortresses, historic mansions, and the scenic European and Asian shorelines.
At the end of the tour, you will return to your hotel to pick up your luggage and then be transferred to Istanbul’s domestic airport for your flight to Izmir, a journey of approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes. Upon arrival in Izmir, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi. Check in to your hotel, and the rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore at your leisure.
After breakfast at the hotel around 8:30 am, you will be picked up and introduced to your tour guide, who will brief you on the day’s activities. Your tour begins with a walk along Curetes Street, the main avenue of Ephesus, leading you to some of its most remarkable sites. One of the first stops is the Temple of Hadrian, a beautifully preserved structure with intricate reliefs depicting the city’s founding myths. Continuing on, you’ll reach the impressive Great Theater, which could seat up to 25,000 people and is still known for its acoustics. Here, your guide will share stories about the theater’s role in hosting gatherings, dramas, and even gladiatorial contests.
Next, you’ll see the Trajan Fountain, where you can admire its detailed carvings and learn about its significance in the city’s water supply system.
After lunch at a local restaurant, the tour continues to the House of the Virgin Mary, a sacred site nestled on a hillside. This modest stone house is believed to be the place where Mary, mother of Jesus, spent her final years. It remains a pilgrimage site and a place for quiet reflection.
The journey then takes you to the Temple of Artemis. Although only a few columns remain, this once-grand temple was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and a powerful symbol of the city’s importance in ancient times.
Your final stop will be the Isa Bey Mosque, a stunning example of Seljuk architecture from the 14th century, with beautiful courtyards and intricate tile work that reflect the blend of cultures in the region.
After the tour ends, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kusadasi around 4:00 pm. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore at your leisure.
After breakfast around 7:30 am, you will be picked up from your Kusadasi hotel and taken to the meeting point in Selcuk to join the full group. Your journey to Pamukkale will begin with an 8:30 am departure from Selcuk, and the drive takes approximately 3 hours. En route, there will be a 10-minute restroom break after about 1.5 hours.
Upon arrival in Pamukkale around 11:45 am, the group will enjoy lunch before starting the guided tour at 1:00 pm. Led by a professional licensed tour guide, you’ll explore the Cotton Cliffs, a remarkable natural wonder formed by deposits of calcareous salts, creating unique white terraces. You’ll also tour the ancient City of Hierapolis, including its basilica, the theater, and the Roman Baths.
At the end of the guided tour, you will have free time to explore the area on your own. For an added experience, you may choose to swim in the Cleopatra Antique Pools (at your own expense) during this time. Your guide will inform you of the exact meeting point and time.
At the end of the guided tour, around 4:00 pm, you will be transferred to your hotel in Pamukkale for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore at your leisure.
After breakfast in the morning, you will be transferred to Denizli’s main bus station. From there, you will board the intercity day coach to Antalya, a journey that will take approximately 5 hours. Upon your arrival at Antalya’s bus station, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel in Antalya. The rest of the day will be yours to relax or explore the vibrant city of Antalya at your leisure.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up around 8:00 AM to begin your tour. The first stop is Perge, an ancient city originally settled by the Hittites around 1500 BC and one of the largest in the Pamphylia region. Here, you’ll explore impressive Roman ruins, including the Roman Baths of Perge, which provide a glimpse into the city’s former grandeur.
From Perge, you will head to the famous Aspendos Ancient Theatre, an exceptionally well-preserved structure built in the 2nd century AD. With seating for 15,000, this remarkable theater is still used today for festivals and concerts, showcasing the ingenuity of Roman architecture and acoustics.
Afterward, enjoy a lunch break at a restaurant by a nearby river, where you can relax before continuing to Side (pronounced “Seeday”). Known as one of Turkey’s best-preserved ancient cities, Side was once a bustling port city that held the largest slave market in the region. During Roman times, the city saw significant construction, including its Roman theatre and the iconic Temple of Apollo overlooking the sea.
You will have an hour of free time in Side to explore the town, enjoy views of the coastline, or visit local shops. On the return trip to Antalya, you will make a stop at the Manavgat Waterfall, a picturesque cascade surrounded by lush greenery.
Afterward, you’ll be driven back to Antalya and transferred to your hotel.
It is a free day for you to enjoy Antalya’s fabulous beaches and exotic cultures. You may like to explore its narrow cobbled street, explore its impressive museum, and glance at the Hadrian’s Gate and many other historical buildings in the old quarter. Or you may just relax on a charming beach or enjoy a traditional Turkish bath.
After breakfast check out of the hotel in Antalya. You will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Antalya airport to take your flight to Kayseri through Istanbul. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia. Check into your hotel in Cappadocia and rest of the day is free.
For an additional option, you can book an early morning hot air balloon ride and enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the 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 the full-day tour of North Cappadocia. Your tour starts with a visit to Devrent Valley, famous for its unique fairy chimneys. Next, you will visit Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley) to see the mushroom-shaped pinnacles.
Afterward, you will drive to the town of Avanos, known for its pottery and ceramics, where you will stop for lunch. After lunch, the tour continues with a visit to the Zelve Open Air Museum. This museum offers an insightful look into the region’s monastic history, featuring carved caves and ancient churches.
Finally, before returning to your hotel, you will have about 15 minutes to take panoramic pictures of Uchisar Castle from the outside, as entry to the interior of the castle is not permitted.
After the tour ends at around 4:00 pm, you will be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax, explore the city at your own pace, or participate in optional activities.
For additional activities, you can choose a Turkish Night show with dinner, a 2-hour ATV tour, a 2-hour horseback riding tour through Cappadocia’s valleys, or attend a 1-hour Whirling Dervish show, where you can witness the enchanting Sufi tradition. All these activities are available at an extra cost.
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 South Cappadocia Tour. Your tour guide will brief you on the day’s itinerary before starting with a visit to the Red Valley, where you will explore its famous rock-cut churches and hike approximately 5 km through the scenic Rose Valley (Gulludere Vadisi).
Next, you will visit Cavusin Village, known for its ancient houses and churches of Christian clergymen. After exploring this historical village, you will take a break for lunch around noon.
After lunch, the tour will continue with a visit to Pigeon Valley (Guvercinlik Vadisi), famous for its pigeon houses carved into the cliffs. In the afternoon, you will visit either the Kaymakli Underground City or Ozkonak Underground City, where early Christians sought refuge during periods of persecution.
After your full-day tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel at approximately 4:00 pm. The rest of the day is free for personal exploration or relaxation.
After breakfast check out of the hotel in Cappadocia. You will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Kayseri Airport to take your flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Istanbul. Check into your hotel in Istanbul and the rest of the day is free.
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.
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Rogar M. –
Our trip to Turkey that we booked through One Nation Travel was the best and easiest thing ever. They planned each day with things we wanted to do and suggest the best places to stay. Big thanks to Ayhan that planned the trip. He replied to emails with changes and ideas super fast. Highly recommended!