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This 8-day guided tour visits Istanbul (3 nights), Konya (1 night), Cappadocia (2 nights) and Kusadasi (1 night). Prices start from $1,530 USD per person, based on two travelers sharing. Operated by One Nation Travel, a TÜRSAB-licensed (No. A-6073) local tour operator founded in Istanbul in 2008.
Overview
Discover Turkey’s rich cultural tapestry and breathtaking landscapes on the 7-Day Turkey Tour Package: Istanbul, Konya, Cappadocia & Pamukkale. This immersive journey blends iconic heritage sites with stunning natural wonders, offering a perfect balance of history, spirituality, and adventure. From the bustling streets of Istanbul to the surreal terrains of Cappadocia, each day reveals a new facet of Turkey’s charm. Explore the best of Turkey in just one week—book your unforgettable adventure today!
Highlights:
- Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque & Blue Mosque in Istanbul
- Rumi’s Mausoleum in Konya
- Optional hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys (extra fee applies)
- Pamukkale’s white travertine pools and ancient Hierapolis
- Expert-led tours and well-appointed accommodations
Route: Istanbul (3 nights) → Konya (1 night) → Cappadocia (2 nights) → Kusadasi (1 night) → Istanbul · Day trips: Pamukkale
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive in Istanbul at any time. Upon your arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (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.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Istanbul: Antea Hotel Oldcity, Muyan Suites, or Deluxe Golden Horn Hotel.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast, at around 8:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full-day guided tour exploring Istanbul’s most iconic historical sites from the Byzantine and Ottoman periods.
Begin your journey with a visit to the legendary Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, an architectural marvel that has served as a cathedral, mosque, and now a museum—reflecting centuries of both Christian and Islamic influence.
Next, visit the magnificent Blue Mosque, famed for its breathtaking blue İznik tiles and six slender minarets, making it a masterpiece of classical Ottoman design.
Continue to the Hippodrome, once the vibrant center of Byzantine life. Here, see the Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpent Column, and German Fountain, each bearing deep historical significance.
Enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant featuring traditional Turkish cuisine.
In the afternoon, explore the opulent Topkapi Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans. Wander through its ornate courtyards and treasuries.
End your tour at the world-famous Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world. Experience its lively atmosphere as you browse for souvenirs, carpets, ceramics, and jewelry.
After the tour at 4:30 PM, you will be transferred back to your hotel. The evening is free for you to relax or further explore Istanbul at your own pace. Overnight in Istanbul.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Istanbul: Antea Hotel Oldcity, Muyan Suites, or Deluxe Golden Horn Hotel.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast at around 8:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel for the Half-Day Morning Bosphorus Cruise experience. The tour begins with a short drive to Eminönü Pier, where you’ll visit the lively Spice Market (Egyptian Bazaar). This colorful market is famous for its wide selection of spices, dried fruits, teas, and sweets.
Following your market visit, board a shared sightseeing boat for a scenic cruise along the Bosphorus, the strait that separates Europe and Asia. During the cruise, admire the majestic Dolmabahçe Palace, elegant Beylerbeyi Palace, and the striking Bosphorus Bridge. You’ll also see historic wooden villas, stone fortresses, and picturesque seaside neighborhoods lining both shores.
The cruise ends at approximately 12:15 PM. Afterward, you will be transferred back to your hotel, where you’ll have time to collect your luggage and prepare for departure.
In the evening, you will be transferred to Istanbul’s domestic airport for your flight to Konya (approximately 1.5 hours). Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our local representative and transferred to your hotel in the city center. After check-in, the remainder of the evening is free for you to relax or take a short stroll nearby. Overnight in Konya.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Konya: Rumi Hotel Konya.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel around 9:30 AM to begin your Konya tour. The first stop is the Mevlana Museum, home to the Tomb of Rumi, a significant pilgrimage site for Muslims and admirers of Rumi’s teachings worldwide. Next door, visit the Sultan Selim Mosque, an Ottoman-era structure that stands as a testament to the city’s rich heritage.
Following these visits, enjoy lunch at a traditional Turkish restaurant, where you can savor authentic local dishes.
After lunch, the tour continues with a drive along Mevlana Caddesi, Konya’s main avenue, to Alaettin Hill, a prehistoric tumulus. Here, explore the Alaaddin Mosque, a 1000-year-old structure where Rumi is known to have prayed. In the mosque’s courtyard, see the tombs of many Seljuk Turkish sultans who ruled during Rumi’s lifetime and sought his spiritual guidance.
Descending the north side of Alaettin Hill, pass the remains of the Seljuk sultan’s palace and admire the elaborate portal of the medieval Great Karatay Medrese, a renowned theological college. The tour concludes with a visit to the Mosque and Tomb of Shams-i Tabrizi, Rumi’s closest companion and spiritual mentor, whose bond inspired many of Rumi’s poetic works.
After the tour, you’ll be transferred to the Konya bus station, where you will board the intercity coach to Cappadocia (approximately 3.5 hours). Upon arrival at the Goreme bus station in Cappadocia, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Cappadocia: Heaven Cave House, Dedeli Konak Cave Hotel, or Zula Cave House.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
For an optional extra to start your day, consider booking an early morning hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s extraordinary valleys. Drifting above the fairy chimneys and rock-cut settlements as the sun rises is a truly spectacular experience. Please note that this activity comes at an additional cost and is subject to weather conditions.
After breakfast at your hotel, your guide will gather the group at approximately 9:30 AM for a full-day exploration of North Cappadocia’s most remarkable landscapes. The first stop is Devrent Valley, where wind-sculpted rock formations take on the shapes of animals and mythical figures — a striking introduction to the region’s extraordinary geology that sets the tone for the day ahead.
By 10:15 AM, the group continues to Pasabag Valley, famous for its towering mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys. Some of these remarkable formations were hollowed out and used as hermit shelters by early monks, and their unusual multi-capped silhouettes make them among the most photographed sights in all of Cappadocia.
Around 11:00 AM, the group arrives in Avanos, where you’ll visit a traditional pottery workshop. Artisans demonstrate techniques passed down through generations, shaping clay drawn from the banks of the Red River — a craft that has defined this town for centuries.
At approximately 12:00 PM, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Avanos with your fellow travelers. After the meal, the group sets off for the afternoon’s explorations.
By 1:15 PM, join fellow travelers at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Göreme, where a sweeping vista reveals the valley’s cave dwellings and rock-cut churches from above, offering a sense of just how deeply human history is carved into this landscape.
Around 1:45 PM, your guide will lead the group to the Zelve Open Air Museum, an abandoned rock-cut village that once supported a thriving community. Wander through ancient cave dwellings, churches adorned with faded frescoes, and a mosque carved directly into the stone — all offering a vivid picture of daily life in Cappadocia’s volcanic terrain.
By 3:00 PM, the group makes a final stop at Uchisar Castle, the tallest point in Cappadocia. Admire this towering rock fortress from the outside, its honeycomb surface riddled with rooms and tunnels that once served as both homes and defensive lookouts. By 3:30 PM, your guide will return the group to the hotel by approximately 4:00 PM, leaving the rest of the evening free to relax. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Cappadocia: Heaven Cave House, Dedeli Konak Cave Hotel, or Zula Cave House.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast at your hotel, check out and prepare for your final day in Cappadocia. At around 9:30 AM, you will be picked up and meet your guide for the South Cappadocia Tour. Your guide will provide a brief overview of the day’s itinerary before heading to your first stop: Red Valley. Here, you’ll explore stunning rock-cut churches and enjoy a scenic 5 km hike through the colorful formations of Rose Valley (Güllüdere Vadisi).
Next, you will visit Cavusin Village, noted for its historic cave homes and churches used by early Christian clergy. Around noon, you’ll pause for lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, visit the beautiful Pigeon Valley (Güvercinlik Vadisi), followed by a guided exploration of either the Kaymakli or Ozkonak Underground City—fascinating subterranean shelters used by early Christians.
The tour ends around 3:30 PM, after which you will be transferred to Kayseri or Nevşehir Airport for your late evening flight to Izmir via Istanbul. Upon your arrival at Izmir Airport, a representative holding a sign with your name will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Kuşadası.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Kusadasi: Efe Boutique Hotel, Derici Hotel, Neopol Hotel Deluxe, or Marina Hotel.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Kuşadası. Around 07:30 AM, you will be picked up and transferred to the meeting point in Selçuk, where you will join the full tour group. From there, you’ll depart for Pamukkale at approximately 08:30 AM. The drive takes around 3 hours, with a short 10-minute restroom break en route.
You will arrive in Pamukkale around 11:45 AM and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. At approximately 01:00 PM, your guided tour will begin with a licensed professional guide.
The tour covers the breathtaking Cotton Cliffs (Pamukkale Travertines), formed by deposits of calcium-rich thermal waters, and the ancient Greco-Roman city of Hierapolis. Highlights of the ancient site include the Roman Baths, Theatre, and various ruins scattered across the plateau.
After the guided portion, you’ll have 1 hour of free time to explore further or relax. If you wish, you may choose to swim in the Pamukkale Antique Pools (entry fee not included), known for their warm, mineral-rich waters.
After the tour ends around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to Denizli Airport for your late evening flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival, our local representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Istanbul: Antea Hotel Oldcity, Muyan Suites, or Deluxe Golden Horn Hotel.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Istanbul (hotel check-out is before 12:00 noon) and will be transferred to Istanbul International Airport according to your flight schedule. This concludes your tour and our services.
INCLUDED in the Tour Price:
- All transfers mentioned in this itinerary, including airport arrivals and departures
- Domestic flight tickets: Istanbul → Kayseri → Izmir → Istanbul
- Intercity bus ticket from Konya to Cappadocia
- 3 nights in Istanbul at a special-class or 4-star hotel with breakfast
- 1 night in Konya at a 4-star hotel with breakfast
- 2 nights in Cappadocia at a cave hotel with breakfast
- 1 night in Kuşadası at a 4-star hotel with breakfast
- Professional licensed English-speaking guide during all tours
- Meals as specified in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch)
- All visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary
- Local taxes and service charges
NOT INCLUDED:
- International flight tickets.
- Visa to enter Turkey.
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride.
- Optional tours mentioned in the program (available at an additional cost).
- Services not explicitly mentioned in the program.
- Dinners and drinks.
- Travel insurance (recommended).
Important Notes
With your inquiry, please send your travel dates, number of travelers, preferred room setup, hotel class preference, and whether your dates are flexible by a day or two.
Before domestic flight tickets can be issued, we need each traveler’s full name exactly as printed in the passport, date of birth, passport number, and nationality. The name on the ticket is checked against the passport at the gate.
For pickup arrangements, send your hotel name and address, or your arrival flight number and landing time.
Tour Notes
- The order of the itinerary is indicative and subject to change, but all visits described will take place.
- 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.
- Vegetarian lunch option available upon request.
Room Allocation
- 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.
Flights & Transfers
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
After reviewing the detailed tour itinerary, you can make an online reservation by following these steps:
- Select Your Tour Details:
- Go to the tour itinerary page.
- On the right side of the page, find the online booking form.
- Select the number of travelers and your desired tour start date.
- Choose Extra Options (Add-Ons):
- Proceed to the next step to view available add-ons.
- Choose any extra options you wish to include in your tour package.
- Provide Your Information & Passenger Details:
- Continue to the checkout page.
- Fill in the required personal details (name, email, phone number, etc.).
- Enter the passenger information using valid passport details.
- Click “Place Order” to submit the form and complete your reservation request.
- Enter Your Visa or MasterCard Credit Card Information
- Please enter a valid Visa or MasterCard to complete your booking.
- The credit card used for payment must belong to one of the travelers who will be participating in the tour. This is required for verification and security purposes.
- Once the required 30% deposit is charged to your credit card, your tour reservation will be confirmed via email within 24 hours.
- The remaining 70% balance must be paid in cash to our representative on the day you arrive in Istanbul. You will receive a receipt upon payment. If you prefer to pay the remaining balance by credit card, a 5% bank processing fee will be added to cover transaction costs.
The deposit or full-payment requirement, currency, balance due date and any disclosed payment-processing charge vary by booking and are stated on the current booking page and in the written confirmation before payment. Flight and bus tickets are issued only under the confirmed booking terms and, once issued, are non-refundable. If you need to cancel or change your travel dates, notify One Nation Travel at least 5 days before the tour starts. For requests received at least 5 days before the tour starts, the cost of all non-refundable flight and bus tickets will be deducted from your paid balance. For requests received less than 5 days before the tour starts, and for no-shows, the full amount paid is non-refundable.
Once your online reservation is received and the specified 30% deposit is charged to your credit card, your domestic flight tickets will be confirmed. You will receive an email confirmation, including all the details, within 2-3 days.
Yes, the tour can be customized to fit your preferences. Please contact us in advance if you have specific requests or changes you’d like to make to the itinerary. Some changes may be subject to an additional fee.
Yes, airport transfers are included in the tour price. Upon your arrival and departure, we provide complimentary transfers between the airport and your hotel.
Cappadocia offers a variety of extra activities to enhance your experience, all available at an additional cost:
- Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride: Start your day with a breathtaking sunrise hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s unique landscape. This unforgettable experience provides panoramic views of the fairy chimneys and valleys.
- ATV Tour: Explore the rugged terrain and hidden trails on an exciting ATV (quad bike) tour. It’s a thrilling way to discover the area’s natural beauty off the beaten path.
- Horseback Riding: Enjoy a peaceful horseback ride through the valleys and hills of Cappadocia. Known as the “Land of Beautiful Horses,” this activity offers a unique perspective of the region.
- Whirling Dervish Show: In the evening, immerse yourself in Turkish culture by attending a traditional Whirling Dervish Show. Witness the mesmerizing Sema ceremony, a spiritual dance that has been performed for centuries.
- Turkish Night Show with Dinner: Experience an authentic Turkish Night Show featuring traditional music, folk dances, and belly dancing performances. Enjoy a delicious dinner while immersing yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Turkey.
- Turkish Bath (Hamam) Experience: Relax and rejuvenate with a traditional Turkish bath, a unique experience that combines steam, massage, and cleansing rituals.
These activities can be arranged upon request and are not included in the standard tour package. We recommend booking in advance to ensure availability.
Yes, you can swim in the Pamukkale Antique Pools during your free time. This activity is optional and comes at an additional cost. The tour guide will provide you with the exact meeting point and time for rejoining the group afterward.
On domestic flights in Turkey, the luggage allowance is 15 kg (33 lbs) per person for checked baggage. For carry-on luggage, you are allowed one piece weighing up to 8 kg (17.6 lbs) per person. If your total luggage weight per person is within these limits, you should be fine.
Please note that any excess luggage weight over 15 kg for checked baggage will incur additional charges by the airlines. These extra charges are not included in the tour price and are your responsibility to pay directly to the airline at the time of check-in. We recommend packing accordingly to avoid any unexpected fees.
Your luggage is your own responsibility throughout the tour. Please ensure that you handle any issues related to overweight or excess baggage directly with the airlines.
If you need to cancel or change your travel dates, notify One Nation Travel at least 5 days before the tour starts. For requests received at least 5 days before the tour starts, the cost of all non-refundable flight and bus tickets will be deducted from your paid balance. For requests received less than 5 days before the tour starts, and for no-shows, the full amount paid is non-refundable.
Our multi-day Turkey packages are regular group/shared tour arrangements, not fully escorted tours with one tour leader and the same guests from arrival to departure. Sightseeing tours are shared and usually operate with about 15-20 guests, but group size and participants may change by city or day as travelers join or leave different scheduled tours. Licensed English-speaking guides lead scheduled sightseeing visits only. Guides do not travel with guests on domestic flights, intercity buses, airport transfers, hotel transfers, or free-time periods unless this is specifically stated in the itinerary. For flights, buses, and transfers, guests are met by our driver or local representative at airports, bus terminals, or hotels and assisted with the planned transfer. One Nation Travel coordinates the full itinerary, hotels, domestic tickets, transfers, local guides, and support throughout the trip.
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By Aiman T.(Johor Bahru, Malaysia)May 4, 2026 Well organized Turkey tourWe did the 8 day Turkey tour with our parents and kids, and it worked very well for all ages. The pace was comfortable, not too rushed, and the transfers were always on time. Our guide was patient when my parents needed a bit more time at stops like Pamukkale. Hotels were clean and easy to manage. Big thank you to Can Berber at One Nation Travel for arranging everything so smoothly.Date of Experience: May 04, 2026 -
Verified PurchaseBy Hafiz R.(Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)April 22, 2026 Amazing photo spots in TurkeyBooked the 8 day Turkey tour and it was perfect for photography. Cappadocia at sunrise with the balloons was unreal, got so many good shots. Pamukkale white terraces look best in late afternoon light. Konya and the Blue Mosque in Istanbul also gave nice angles. Our guide knew the best viewpoints and gave us time to shoot. Transfers were on time and hotels were comfy. Highly recommend for anyone who loves taking photos.Date of Experience: April 09, 2026
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