Overview
Experience Turkey’s iconic wonders on this 9-day small-group journey. Start in vibrant Istanbul, cross the Sea of Marmara to Bursa, and stroll Ephesus’ ancient marble streets. Soak in Pamukkale’s dazzling terraces, discover Konya’s whirling-dervish heritage, and wake in Cappadocia’s fairy-chimney valleys. From Salt Lake’s rose-tinged flats to a Bosphorus sunset cruise, enjoy UNESCO marvels, authentic Turkish flavours, and the comfort of 4- and 5-star stays. Perfect for first-timers craving culture, history, and stunning scenery without the planning hassle.
Highlights
Stand under the glittering domes of Hagia Sophia, haggle in the Grand Bazaar, then glide between Europe and Asia on a sunset cruise.
Snow-white travertine pools cascading down the hillside meet Roman spa ruins—soak where emperors once relaxed.
Surreal “fairy-chimney” rock spires, hidden cave churches and optional sunrise hot-air-balloon rides create timeless memories.
Destinations
This package takes you through Istanbul, Bursa, Selçuk, Kuşadası, Pamukkale, Konya, Cappadocia, and Ankara in Turkey. Each stop includes a short place guide and live weather; the map shows straight-line distances between cities.
- Bursa
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- Selçuk
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- Kuşadası
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- Pamukkale
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- Konya
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- Cappadocia
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- Ankara (End)
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Itinerary
Highlights: Evening stroll down Istiklal Street
- Land in Istanbul, meet your guide and settle in before exploring Taksim Square’s cafés and boutiques.
Highlights: Cable-car ride up Mount Uludag
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Discover Yalova’s waterfalls, sample Bursa’s silk bazaar and honey, then ride above Uludag’s pine forests.
Highlights: Celsus Library photo op
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Trace Roman grandeur at Ephesus, from the Temple of Artemis to the Great Theatre, before seaside sunsets in Kusadasi.
Highlights: Soak in cotton-white terraces
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Marvel at Pamukkale’s travertines and Hierapolis’ necropolis, shop local textiles, then return to the Aegean coast.
Highlights: Whirling-Dervish heritage
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Cross Anatolia’s plains, pause at Sultanhani Caravanserai and Mevlana Museum, arrive in fairy-tale Cappadocia.
Highlights: Love Valley & pottery demo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Wander Göreme panoramas, Pasabagi chimneys and Avanos workshops, then descend into Özkonak’s underground city.
Highlights: Atatürk’s Anıtkabir mausoleum
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Mirror-like Tuz Gölü reflections lead you to the Turkish capital for a dose of modern history, then onwards to Istanbul.
Highlights: Hagia Sophia & cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Tour the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar before sailing the strait that splits two continents.
Highlights: Airport transfer
- Free time until your private transfer to Istanbul Airport for onward flights.
Inclusions
- Airport transfers on PVT basis
- Modern AC/non smoking vehicle on tour
- English speaking licensed tour guide
- Entrance fees of all sites mentioned above
- 6 Dinners/ 8 Lunches/ 8 breakfasts
- 2x0.5 Lt water per person per day on coach
- Accommodation at above or similar hotels
- All above mentioned tours on PVT basis
- Bosphorus cruise tickets
Exclusions
- Airfares
- Visa
- Drinks on meals
- Personal travel insurance
- Tips (USD 3 pp per day)
FAQ
- Airport transfers on PVT basis
- Modern AC/non smoking vehicle on tour
- English speaking licensed tour guide
- Entrance fees of all sites mentioned above
- 6 Dinners/ 8 Lunches/ 8 breakfasts
- 2x0.5 Lt water per person per day on coach
- Accommodation at above or similar hotels
- All above mentioned tours on PVT basis
- Bosphorus cruise tickets
- Airfares
- Visa
- Drinks on meals
- Personal travel insurance
- Tips (USD 3 pp per day)
9D | 8N
9 days
Package prices are per person and vary by hotel and room type. For specific inquiries or customized packages, please contact our team.
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