13 Days Turkiye Tour with Ankara

13 Days Türkiye Tour with Ankara

Anatolian Civilisations Tour
Istanbul • Bodrum • Izmir • Cappadocia • Ankara • Bursa

Day 1 – Istanbul

Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore this fascinating city at your own pace.
Overnight in Istanbul

Day 2 – Istanbul | Bosphorus Cruise & Two Continents Tour (B/L)

After breakfast, depart for a full-day guided tour.

Highlights include:

• Byzantine City Walls

• Golden Horn – Natural harbor of Istanbul

• Spice Bazaar – Aromatic market filled with spices and local products

• Bosphorus Cruise – Sail between Europe and Asia, passing Dolmabahçe Palace, Çırağan Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Yıldız Palace and Ortaköy

Continue to the Asian side:

• Beylerbeyi Palace – Summer residence of Ottoman sultans

• Bosphorus Bridge – Drive from Europe to Asia

• Çamlıca Hill – Panoramic view of Istanbul and the Bosphorus

Return to hotel.
Overnight in Istanbul

Day 3 – Istanbul → Bodrum (B)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bodrum. Arrival and transfer to hotel. Free time to explore Bodrum.
Overnight in Bodrum

Day 4 – Bodrum | Daily Boat Tour (B/L)

Enjoy a full-day Bodrum Blue Cruise along the stunning Aegean coastline.

Swim in crystal-clear waters, visit beautiful bays and beaches, sunbathe on deck, and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch on board.
Return to Bodrum harbor in the afternoon.
Overnight in Bodrum

Day 5 – Bodrum → Izmir (B)

After breakfast, transfer to the bus station for a journey to Izmir (approx. 4 hours). Arrival and transfer to hotel.
Overnight in Izmir

Day 6 – Izmir | Free Day (B)

Free day to explore Izmir at your own pace.

Suggested activities:

• Turkish coffee along Kordon Seafront

• Visit the historic Asansör (Elevator)

• Explore Kemeraltı Bazaar

• Ferry ride to Karşıyaka

Overnight in Izmir

Day 7 – Izmir → Cappadocia (B)

After breakfast, transfer to Izmir Airport for your flight to Cappadocia (direct or via Istanbul). Arrival and transfer to hotel.
Overnight in Cappadocia

Day 8 – Cappadocia | North Cappadocia Tour (B/L)

Optional: Hot Air Balloon Flight

Visit:

• Göreme Open Air Museum

• Uçhisar Castle

• Devrent (Imagination) Valley

• Paşabağ Fairy Chimneys

• Avanos Pottery Village

• Çavuşin Village

• Ürgüp Fairy Chimneys

Overnight in Cappadocia

Day 9 – Cappadocia | South Cappadocia Tour → Ankara (B/L)

Tour highlights:

• Pigeon Valley

• Underground City (Derinkuyu or Kaymaklı)

• Selime Monastery

• Ihlara Valley

After the tour, transfer to the bus station for the journey to Ankara (approx. 4 hours).
Overnight in Ankara

Day 10 – Ankara | Free Day (B)

Explore Turkey’s capital city independently.

Suggested visits:

• Museum of Anatolian Civilizations

• Ankara Castle

• Atatürk Mausoleum (Anıtkabir)

• Samanpazarı historical district

• Tunalı Hilmi Street and Karum Mall

Overnight in Ankara

Day 11 – Ankara → Istanbul (B)

After breakfast, transfer to Ankara Airport for your flight to Istanbul. Free time upon arrival.
Overnight in Istanbul

Day 12 – Istanbul | Bursa Day Tour (B/L)

Full-day excursion to Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire.

Visits include:

• Uludağ (Mount Olympus)

• Ulu Mosque (Grand Mosque)

• Green Mosque & Green Tomb

• Silk Market & Old Bazaar

• Taste famous İskender Kebab

Return to Istanbul in the evening.
Overnight in Istanbul

Day 13 – Departure from Istanbul (B)

After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Airport for your international departure.
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Included

• Hotel accommodations

• Domestic flight tickets

• Mentioned bus tickets

• Guided tours as per itinerary

• Entrance fees to listed sites

• Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch)

Excluded

• Drinks

• Tips

• Personal expenses