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15-Day Turkey Highlights Tour – Istanbul, Cappadocia, Antalya, Fethiye, Pamukkale, Ephesus & Bodrum

Istanbul, Cappadocia, Konya, Antalya, Fethiye, Oludeniz, Pamukkale, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Bodrum,
Duration

15 day(s)

Tour type

Private

Group size

1-40 people

Physical Level

moderate

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Tour Overview

See some of Türkiye's most unforgettable destinations on this 15-day journey from Istanbul to Bodrum. Start in Istanbul, where Ottoman palaces, Byzantine landmarks, colorful bazaars and the Bosphorus introduce you to the country's fascinating history. From here, fly to Cappadocia to explore fairy chimneys, valleys, underground settlements and rock-cut churches, with the option of taking a sunrise hot air balloon flight. The journey then heads south through Konya to Antalya, where historic streets meet the Mediterranean Sea. Continue along the coast to Fethiye and Ölüdeniz, with time to enjoy turquoise bays, beaches and optional activities. From the Mediterranean, travel inland to the white terraces of Pamukkale before discovering the magnificent ruins of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the region. Your journey finishes in Bodrum, where history, beaches, Aegean scenery and relaxed waterfront evenings provide the perfect ending to two weeks of exploring Türkiye.

Activities
Discovery Explorer Historical In-depth Cultural Museum Solo Travel Photography Family Water Sports

Tour Features

Duration
15 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-40 people

Tour Code
TSB-JOFMRB

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
Culture & Historical

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
11 - 99

Istanbul

Pickup Time:

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Bodrum

Dropoff Time:

Highlights
Discover Istanbul's Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace and Grand Bazaar

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Türkiye.

On arrival at Istanbul Airport, meet our team and transfer to your hotel.

After check-in, the rest of the day is yours. Relax after your flight or take your first walk through the city and enjoy Istanbul at your own pace.

Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2

After breakfast, spend the day exploring the heart of historic Istanbul.

Begin in Sultanahmet, where many of the city's greatest monuments stand within walking distance of each other.

See the magnificent Hagia Sophia, visit the elegant Blue Mosque, and walk through the ancient Hippodrome before continuing to Topkapı Palace, once home to generations of Ottoman sultans.

Finish the day among the colorful shops and narrow passages of the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's most famous covered markets.

Return to your hotel after the tour.

Overnight in Istanbul.
Meal: Breakfast

Day 3

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before experiencing another side of Istanbul – the Bosphorus.

Cruise between Europe and Asia while passing waterfront mansions, Ottoman palaces, mosques and some of Istanbul's most recognizable landmarks.

Later, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia.

On arrival, meet your driver and continue to your hotel.

Overnight in Cappadocia.
Meal: Breakfast

Day 4

An early start is well worth it today.

You can choose to join an optional hot air balloon flight, watching the sun rise over Cappadocia's valleys and fairy chimneys from the sky.

After returning to the hotel for breakfast, set out to explore the region by land.

Discover some of Cappadocia's best-known landscapes and villages, with stops around places such as Göreme, Uçhisar, Paşabağ, Devrent Valley and Avanos.

Along the way, there will be plenty of opportunities for photographs and panoramic views.

Overnight in Cappadocia.
Meal: Breakfast

Day 5

Today takes you deeper into Cappadocia.

Explore one of the region's fascinating underground cities, created over centuries as communities built homes, storage rooms and places of refuge beneath the ground.

Continue through Cappadocia's valleys and panoramic viewpoints, with opportunities to see Pigeon Valley, rock-cut churches, cave dwellings and traditional villages.

Depending on the final route, there may also be time to visit a local pottery or handicraft workshop.

Return to your hotel in the afternoon.

Overnight in Cappadocia.
Meal: Breakfast

Day 6

After breakfast, leave Cappadocia and travel south toward the Mediterranean.

Stop along the way in Konya, a city closely associated with the great Sufi poet and philosopher Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi.

Depending on opening hours and the final schedule, visit the Mevlana Museum area before continuing across the impressive landscapes of the Taurus Mountains.

Arrive in Antalya and check into your hotel.

The evening is free to relax.

Overnight in Antalya.
Meal: Breakfast

Day 7

Today is dedicated to Antalya.

Explore Kaleiçi, the city's atmospheric Old Town, with its Ottoman-era houses, narrow streets, cafés and historic harbor.

See Hadrian's Gate, enjoy views around the marina and continue to the famous Düden Waterfalls.

The rest of the day gives you time to enjoy Antalya's Mediterranean atmosphere before returning to the hotel.

Overnight in Antalya.
Meal: Breakfast

Day 8

After breakfast, leave Antalya and continue west toward Fethiye.

Today's journey takes you through one of Türkiye's most beautiful coastal regions.

On arrival, head toward Ölüdeniz, famous for its clear turquoise water, mountain backdrop and iconic Blue Lagoon.

Enjoy some free time by the sea before continuing to your hotel.

The evening is yours to explore Fethiye's waterfront and marina.

Overnight in Fethiye.
Meal: Breakfast

Day 9

No rushing today.

Enjoy a full day to experience Fethiye and Ölüdeniz however you prefer.

Relax on the beach, walk around Fethiye's marina or choose one of the area's optional experiences.

You might take a boat trip through the surrounding bays, visit Butterfly Valley, discover the abandoned Greek village of Kayaköy, explore Saklıkent Gorge, or – for something more adventurous – try paragliding from Babadağ Mountain over Ölüdeniz.

Overnight in Fethiye.
Meal: Breakfast

Day 10

After breakfast, leave the coast behind and travel to Pamukkale.

The first sight of its brilliant white terraces is one of the highlights of any journey through Türkiye.

Walk through the designated sections of the natural travertines before exploring Hierapolis, the ancient Greco-Roman spa city built above the thermal springs.

See the ancient theatre, necropolis and archaeological remains while learning about the city's long history.

If available, swimming at Cleopatra's Antique Pool can be enjoyed as an optional experience.

Overnight in Pamukkale.
Meal: Breakfast

Day 11

After breakfast, travel toward the Aegean coast and one of Türkiye's greatest archaeological treasures – Ephesus.

Walk along ancient streets once used by Romans thousands of years ago and see the magnificent Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Temple of Hadrian, Agora and Marble Street.

Ephesus is one of those places where history feels remarkably close, and your guide will bring its stories to life as you explore.

Depending on the confirmed program, you can also visit the House of the Virgin Mary.

After the tour, continue to nearby Kuşadası.

Overnight in Kuşadası.
Meal: Breakfast

Day 12

Enjoy breakfast before setting out for the final destination of the journey – Bodrum.

After arrival and hotel check-in, the rest of the day is free.

Walk along the marina, explore the whitewashed streets of the old town, find a waterfront café or simply relax by the Aegean Sea.

Overnight in Bodrum.
Meal: Breakfast

Day 13

After breakfast, discover Bodrum's history and local character.

Visit the area around Bodrum Castle, one of the town's most recognizable landmarks, and explore the waterfront and marina.

Continue to selected historic sites such as the Ancient Theatre and Myndos Gate, with time to wander through Bodrum's lively streets and local shopping areas.

The remainder of the day is free.

Overnight in Bodrum.
Meal: Breakfast

Day 14

Your final full day is all about enjoying the Aegean.

Spend the day relaxing at the beach or hotel, explore Bodrum independently or join an optional boat cruise through the beautiful bays surrounding the peninsula.

Optional activities can include a Bodrum boat trip, Turkish bath, diving experience, beach club or local village excursion.

Enjoy your final evening in Türkiye beside the Aegean Sea.

Overnight in Bodrum.
Meal: Breakfast

Day 15

Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel.

Depending on your flight time, you may have some free time for a last walk or shopping.

Transfer to Milas-Bodrum Airport for your departure flight.

A domestic flight to Istanbul can be arranged for passengers connecting with an international flight home.

We hope your journey through Türkiye leaves you with wonderful memories.

Meal: Breakfast

Included

14 nights accommodation
Daily breakfast
Accommodation Plan:
Istanbul – 2 nights
Cappadocia – 3 nights
Antalya – 2 nights
Fethiye – 2 nights
Pamukkale – 1 night
Kuşadası – 1 night
Bodrum – 3 nights

Professional English-speaking guide during scheduled tours

Istanbul Airport arrival transfer

Bodrum Airport departure transfer

Air-conditioned transportation according to the program

Transportation from Antalya to Fethiye

Transportation from Fethiye to Pamukkale

Transportation from Kuşadası to Bodrum

Istanbul city tour

Bosphorus cruise

Domestic flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia

Airport transfers in Cappadocia

Two full-day Cappadocia tours

Konya visit en route to Antalya

Antalya city tour

Düden Waterfalls visit

Transportation from Antalya to Fethiye

Transportation from Fethiye to Pamukkale

Pamukkale and Hierapolis tour

Ephesus tour

Transportation from Kuşadası to Bodrum

Bodrum sightseeing tour

Professional English-speaking guide during scheduled tours

Air-conditioned transportation according to the program

Parking and road tolls

Excluded

International flights
Bodrum–Istanbul domestic flight unless added to the package

Lunches and dinners

Travel and medical insurance

Museum and archaeological site entrance fees unless specifically confirmed as included

Lunches and dinners

Drinks

Optional boat trips and excursions

Ölüdeniz paragliding

Cleopatra's Antique Pool

Travel and medical insurance

Visa expenses where applicable

Tips for guide and driver

Personal expenses

Hotel extras

Any services not mentioned under Included

Cappadocia hot air balloon flight

Tour Booking

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