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

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Duration

9 Days 8 Nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

12 people

Languages

English, Spanish

About this tour

9 to 10 Day Best of Turkey Tour: Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya & Cappadocia

Experience the Best of Turkey Tour with our expertly designed 9-10 Days Turkey Tour. Visit top places like Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya, and Cappadocia. This trip is great for anyone looking for top-rated Turkey tour packages. It mixes history, nature, and culture for a trip you won’t forget.

Start with a guided tour in Istanbul-9 Days Turkey Tour. See Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and shop at the Grand Bazaar. Explore Roman ruins in Ephesus and visit the House of the Virgin Mary. Walk on the white terraces of Pamukkale and visit Hierapolis. In Antalya, see old cities like Perge, Aspendos, and Side, and enjoy the waterfalls. End in magical Cappadocia with fairy chimneys, underground cities, and a sunrise hot air balloon ride.

Highlights

Guided tour of Istanbul including Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar
Explore ancient Roman ruins in Ephesus and visit the House of the Virgin Mary
Walk on Pamukkale’s white travertine terraces and visit Hierapolis
Discover Antalya’s ancient cities – Perge, Aspendos & Side – plus scenic waterfalls
Witness Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys and underground cities
Optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s surreal landscape
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the tour starts.

Included/Excluded

3 Domestic flight tickets with taxes and 15kg+ 8kg hand bag limite
All airport tranasfers
3 night hotel in Istanbul with breakfast
1 Nights hotel in Kuşadasi with breakfast
2 Night hotel in Antalya
2 Night Cave suite hotel in Goreme with breakfast
7 day Small group tour with guide, lunch, transport and all entrance fees

Dinner
Drinks
Hot air balloon ride tour (if you are interested we make reservation and you pay in Cappadoca to our office )

Itinerary

Upon arrival at the airport (Gate 14), you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel in the heart of Sultanahmet, the historic center of Istanbul. Your hotel is just a short walk from the famous Blue Mosque. After check-in, take some time to relax or head out to explore the charming streets of Istanbul at your own pace.

After breakfast, begin a full-day guided tour of Istanbul’s Old City. Start with the stunning Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece that reflects both Byzantine and Ottoman history. Then visit the Blue Mosque, famous for its beautiful blue İznik tiles and graceful domes. Walk through the Hippodrome, once the social center of Constantinople, where you’ll see the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, and the German Fountain. Next, explore the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s largest and oldest covered markets, with thousands of shops offering carpets, spices, jewelry, and more. Continue to Topkapi Palace, the grand home of Ottoman sultans, known for its impressive courtyards and sacred relics. In the evening, return to your hotel. Overnight stay in Istanbul. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Start your day with an early morning transfer to the airport for your 7:00 AM flight to Izmir. Upon landing, continue to Selçuk for a full-day guided tour of Ephesus. Begin with the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Then explore the ancient city of Ephesus, walking through its well-preserved streets and visiting key sites like the Celsus Library, Great Theatre, and Temple of Hadrian. Afterward, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, a peaceful hilltop shrine believed to be her final home. At the end of the tour, you'll be transferred to your 4-star hotel in Kuşadası, known for its comfort and excellent location. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Depart early for a full-day tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis, with a stop for breakfast along the way. Walk across the stunning white travertine terraces of Pamukkale, known as the "Cotton Castle," shaped by flowing mineral-rich waters. Then explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, famous for its Roman theatre, vast necropolis, and healing thermal springs. After the tour, enjoy a private transfer to Antalya, a scenic drive of about four hours. Upon arrival, check in to your 4-star boutique hotel in the picturesque Kaleiçi (Old Town) district.

Begin your day with a guided visit to Perge, an ancient city known for its Roman baths, Agora, Hellenistic Gate, and stadium—offering a vivid look into Roman life. Then head to Aspendos to see one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the world, still used today for performances due to its incredible acoustics. After lunch, explore the coastal ruins of Side, where you’ll visit a grand theater, Roman baths, and the Temple of Apollo by the sea, with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean. Return to your hotel in Antalya.

Today, enjoy a scenic tour of three of Antalya’s most beautiful waterfalls. Begin at Düden Waterfalls, where powerful streams plunge from high cliffs into the Mediterranean Sea. Continue to Kursunlu Waterfall, a peaceful spot nestled in a pine forest, perfect for a relaxing nature walk. Then visit Karpuzkaldıran Waterfall, the tallest in the region, known for its dramatic drop and striking coastal views. After the tour, transfer to Antalya Airport for your evening flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted and taken to your cave suite hotel in the charming town of Göreme. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Optional: Start your morning with a breathtaking hot air balloon ride at sunrise, soaring over Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys and valleys—an experience not to miss. After breakfast, set out on a full-day tour of North Cappadocia. Begin at Uçhisar Castle for panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. Continue to Ürgüp, known for its unique fairy chimneys and stone-carved homes. Explore Devrent Valley, also called Imagination Valley, where the rocks take on playful shapes like animals and objects. Visit Avanos, a town famous for its pottery traditions dating back to the Hittites, and try shaping clay yourself. End the day at the Göreme Open-Air Museum, a UNESCO site with rock-cut churches decorated with centuries-old Byzantine frescoes. Overnight in Göreme.

After breakfast, begin your full-day tour of South Cappadocia, known for its dramatic scenery and underground wonders. Start with panoramic views of Pigeon Valley, famous for its rock-carved pigeon houses scattered across the soft volcanic cliffs. Then, explore either Kaymakli or Derinkuyu Underground City, a fascinating multi-level refuge built by early Christians, complete with narrow tunnels, living spaces, and chapels carved deep into the earth. Continue to Red Valley, where you’ll enjoy a peaceful hike among striking rose-colored rock formations, especially beautiful in the afternoon light. After the tour, transfer to the airport for your evening flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival, you’ll be taken to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight. This 9 Days Turkey Tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration, natural beauty, and unforgettable moments, taking you through some of the country’s most iconic and historically significant destinations.