9-Day Best of Turkey Tour: Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya & Cappadocia

DAY 1 – Arrival in Istanbul | Bosphorus Cruise & Two Continents Tour

Upon arrival in Istanbul Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel.

13:00 – Afternoon Tour Begins

• Visit the Spice Bazaar, one of Istanbul’s most colorful and aromatic markets

• Board a scenic Bosphorus Cruise, sailing along the strait that separates Europe and Asia

• Enjoy panoramic views of Ottoman palaces, waterfront mansions, and iconic landmarks

17:00 – Return to hotel

🍽️ Breakfast included
🛏️ Overnight in Istanbul

DAY 2 – Byzantine & Ottoman Relics Tour | Overnight Bus to Kuşadası

08:30 – Hotel pick-up

Explore Istanbul’s historic heart on a guided full-day tour:

Highlights

• Hagia Sophia – Former cathedral and mosque, a masterpiece of world architecture

• Blue Mosque – Famous for its blue Iznik tiles

• Hippodrome – Ancient Roman chariot-racing arena

• Topkapi Palace – Imperial residence of Ottoman sultans

• Süleymaniye Mosque – Architectural masterpiece by Mimar Sinan

After the tour, transfer back to your hotel.

Evening:
Travel overnight to Kuşadası (Ephesus) by non-smoking, fully air-conditioned bus
🕒 Approx. 10 hours

🍽️ Breakfast & Lunch included

DAY 3 – Ephesus Ancient City Tour

09:00 – Tour begins

Upon arrival in Kuşadası, transfer to your hotel to freshen up before starting the tour.

Ephesus Highlights

• Temple of Artemis – One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World

• Library of Celsus

• Great Theatre

• Agora, Odeon, Roman Latrines

• Temple of Domitian & Fountain of Trajan

After lunch, visit:

• House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be her final residence

🍽️ Breakfast & Lunch included
🛏️ Overnight in Kuşadası

DAY 4 – Pamukkale & Hierapolis | Evening Bus to Antalya

08:00 – Hotel pick-up

Discover one of Turkey’s most remarkable natural wonders:

Highlights

• Hierapolis Ancient City – Necropolis, Roman Theatre, Baths of St. Philip

• Temple of Apollo

• Pamukkale Travertines – Walk on the famous white calcium terraces

After the tour, travel by overnight bus to Antalya.

🍽️ Breakfast & Lunch included
🛏️ Overnight in Antalya

DAY 5 – Perge & Aspendos Tour | Overnight Bus to Cappadocia

After breakfast, depart for a guided tour of ancient Pamphylia.

Highlights

• Perge Ancient City – One of the best-preserved Roman sites in Turkey

• Aspendos Theatre – The best-preserved ancient theatre in the world

• Visit the Agora, Stadium, Basilica, and aqueducts

After the tour, board an overnight bus to Cappadocia
🕒 Approx. 10 hours

🍽️ Breakfast & Lunch included

DAY 6 – Arrival in Cappadocia | Fairy Chimneys Tour

07:30 – Arrival at Nevşehir Bus Station
Transfer to Ürgüp and check in to Dedeli Konak or Dedeli Deluxe Cave Hotel

09:30 – Full-Day Cappadocia Tour

Highlights

• Devrent Valley – Imaginative rock formations

• Love Valley & Paşabağ (Monks Valley) – Iconic fairy chimneys

• Avanos – Traditional pottery workshop

• Uçhisar Castle – Panoramic views over Cappadocia

🛏️ Overnight in a Cave Hotel

DAY 7 – South Cappadocia Tour | Overnight Bus to Istanbul

09:30 – Tour begins

Highlights

• Red Valley (Kızılçukur) – Hidden churches & scenic trails

• Çavuşin Village – One of the oldest settlements in Cappadocia

• Mazıköy Underground City – One of the deepest in the region

• Pigeon Valley – Unique rock-carved pigeon houses

After the tour, board an overnight bus to Istanbul
🕒 Approx. 11 hours

DAY 8 – Arrival in Istanbul | Free Day

Morning arrival at Istanbul Bus Station.
Transfer to Sultanahmet Old City.

Enjoy a free day to explore Istanbul at your own pace.

🛏️ Overnight in Istanbul

DAY 9 – Departure from Istanbul

Transfer to Istanbul Airport according to your flight schedule.
End of tour and services.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

✔ Airport & hotel transfers
✔ All overnight bus tickets
✔ All guided tours & museum entrance fees
✔ Accommodation as per itinerary
✔ Meals as specified
✔ Professional English-speaking guides
✔ Air-conditioned, non-smoking transportation

NOT INCLUDED

✘ Drinks
✘ Personal expenses
✘ Tips to guide & driver
✘ Optional activities