This 10 Days / 9 Nights Turkey Tour Package starts and ends in Istanbul and offers a comprehensive journey through Turkey’s most iconic destinations, blending historical landmarks, natural wonders, Mediterranean coastlines, and unique landscapes. The itinerary covers Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya, and Cappadocia. Including airport transfers, domestic flights, licensed professional guides, entrance fees, and lunches, this tour is designed to make your Turkey travel easy, comfortable, and truly unforgettable.
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), you will be met by our team and transferred to your hotel. There are no scheduled activities on this day, allowing you to relax after your flight. Overnight in Istanbul.
After breakfast, begin a guided tour exploring Istanbul’s most emblematic monuments. Start at the Hippodrome of Constantine, once the social and sporting center of Byzantine Constantinople, where you will see the Obelisk of Theodosius. Continue to the magnificent Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture that has served as both a cathedral and a mosque over the centuries. The tour concludes at the Blue Mosque, famous for its elegant domes and hand-painted blue İznik tiles.
The remainder of the day is free at leisure. An optional visit to Topkapi Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans, is available. Overnight in Istanbul.
After breakfast, visit the Egyptian Spice Bazaar and experience the aromas of spices and local delicacies. Continue with a scenic Bosphorus Cruise, sailing between Europe and Asia while admiring Ottoman palaces such as Dolmabahçe Palace and Beylerbeyi Palace, along with historic waterfront mansions.
Between 16:00 and 18:00, transfer to the airport for your flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, meet our local team and transfer to Kuşadası (approximately one hour). Check in to your hotel and enjoy free time to rest. Overnight in Kuşadası.
After breakfast, meet your guide around 09:30 AM and begin the day with a visit to the House of Virgin Mary, believed to be her final residence and an important pilgrimage site for Christians and Muslims. Continue to the Ancient City of Ephesus, one of the most important harbor cities of antiquity and one of the Seven Churches mentioned in the Book of Revelation. During the guided walk, see the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan, and the impressive Great Theatre.
Later, visit the Basilica of Saint John, believed to be built over the tomb of the Apostle John, followed by a stop at the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Lunch is served at a local restaurant. The afternoon is free at leisure. Overnight in Kuşadası.
After breakfast, depart around 07:30–08:00 AM for Pamukkale in an air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before beginning the guided tour of Hierapolis Ancient City, including the Ancient Theatre, Marble Street, and the Necropolis, known as the cemetery of the ancient world.
Continue to the famous Pamukkale Travertines, where mineral-rich thermal waters have created spectacular white calcium terraces. You will have free time to walk on the terraces or optionally swim in the Cleopatra Thermal Pool (entrance fee not included). Overnight in Pamukkale.
Following breakfast, depart for Perge Ancient City, one of the most significant cities of the Pamphylia region, originally settled by the Hittites around 1500 BC. Continue to the Aspendos Ancient Theatre, one of the best-preserved Roman theatres in the world.
Lunch is served at a riverside restaurant before visiting Side Ancient City, once a major Roman port. Explore the ancient theatre, Roman baths, and the Temple of Apollo, followed by free time to enjoy the seaside atmosphere. On the return journey, stop at Manavgat Waterfall. Overnight in Antalya.
According to your flight schedule, you will be transferred from your Antalya hotel to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, meet our team and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, the remainder of the day is free at leisure. Overnight in Cappadocia.
An optional hot air balloon flight is available early in the morning. After breakfast, begin the Red Cappadocia Tour, visiting Göreme Panorama, Göreme Open Air Museum, Paşabağ (Monks Valley), Devrent (Imagination) Valley, Uçhisar Castle, Pigeon Valley, and Avanos, famous for its traditional pottery workshops using clay from the Kızılırmak River. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon and enjoy free time. Overnight in Cappadocia.
After breakfast, set out on the Green Cappadocia Tour, offering deeper insight into the region’s natural beauty and early Christian heritage. Visit Rose Valley (Kızılçukur), Çavuşin Village, Love Valley, an underground city (Özkonak or Kaymaklı), and Pigeon Valley. Return to your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening. Overnight in Cappadocia.
According to your flight schedule, you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight to Istanbul. This marks the end of our services. We hope to welcome and accommodate you again in Turkey.
✅ 3 domestic flights per person (15 kg check-in + 8 kg cabin baggage)
✅ 9 nights accommodation
✅ Airport transfers
✅ Guided tours in groups of up to 15 people
✅ Licensed professional tour guides
✅ Entrance fees to all museums and sites mentioned
✅ Transportation by air-conditioned minivans
✅ Daily breakfast & lunch during tours
❌ Personal expenses
❌ Drinks during lunch (optional)
❌ Dinners
Grand Gülsoy Hotel ★★★★ – Centrally located with easy access to major sights and public transport
Marina Hotel ★★★★ – Prime location near the marina and city center
Colossae Thermal Hotel ★★★★★ – Luxury thermal hotel with extensive wellness facilities
Crowne Plaza Antalya ★★★★ – Modern beachfront hotel with excellent facilities
Experience the region’s famous cave architecture with authentic stone-carved boutique hotels:
Elegance Cave Hotel
✅ 3 domestic flights per person (15 kg check-in + 8 kg cabin baggage)
✅ 9 nights accommodation
✅ Airport transfers
✅ Guided tours in groups of up to 15 people
✅ Licensed professional tour guides
✅ Entrance fees to all museums and sites mentioned
✅ Transportation by air-conditioned minivans
✅ Daily breakfast & lunch during tours
❌ Personal expenses
❌ Drinks during lunch (optional)
❌ Dinners
Grand Gülsoy Hotel ★★★★ – Centrally located with easy access to major sights and public transport
Marina Hotel ★★★★ – Prime location near the marina and city center
Colossae Thermal Hotel ★★★★★ – Luxury thermal hotel with extensive wellness facilities
Crowne Plaza Antalya ★★★★ – Modern beachfront hotel with excellent facilities
Experience the region’s famous cave architecture with authentic stone-carved boutique hotels:
Elegance Cave Hotel
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