About the trip
Experience the highlights of Turkey on a memorable 12-day journey covering the historic landmarks of Istanbul, the unique landscapes of Cappadocia, the ancient heritage of Ephesus and Pamukkale, and the coastal beauty of Antalya. Explore Istanbul's historic Old City and the peaceful Princes' Island of Buyukada, discover Cappadocia's fairy chimneys and valleys, visit the ancient city of Ephesus and the spectacular Pamukkale Travertines, and experience Antalya's waterfalls, historic old town and Mediterranean coastline.
Meals
11 Breakfast & 6 Lunch
Max. Group Size
8
Guide Languages
English
Highlights
- Enjoy comfortable accommodation for 11 nights across Istanbul, Cappadocia, Kusadasi, Pamukkale and Antalya
- Enjoy an itinerary designed without long drives wherever possible
- Receive a welcome package with tour vouchers, an Istanbul map and tourist information
- Savor daily breakfasts, along with lunches on full-day tour days, as per the itinerary
- Travel between destinations by domestic flights and private transfers as per the itinerary
- Explore Istanbul's historic Old City, including Hagia Sophia Mosque, the Byzantine Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar
- Enjoy a scenic ferry excursion to Buyukada, the largest of the Princes' Islands
- Discover Cappadocia's valleys and fairy chimneys, including Devrent Valley, Pasabag, Avanos, the Cappadocia Open Air Museum and Uchisar Castle
- Enjoy an optional early morning hot air balloon experience in Cappadocia
- Explore the ancient Roman city of Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary
- Discover Hierapolis and the spectacular Pamukkale Travertines
- Explore Antalya's historic Kaleici, including Hadrian's Gate, the Clock Tower, Fluted Minaret and the Ancient Harbour
- Visit Karpuz Kaldiran and Kursunlu Waterfalls
Meals
11 Breakfast & 6 Lunch
Accommodation
Barin Hotel or Similar
3 nights in Istanbul
Heaven Cave House or Similar
2 nights in Cappadocia
By Karaaslan Inn or Similar
2 nights in Kusadasi
Venus Suite Hotel or Similar
1 nights in Pamukkale
Ring Downtown Hotel or Similar
2 nights in Antalya
Barin Hotel
1 nights in Istanbul
Included in the price
Istanbul
- 4 nights' accommodation at the mentioned hotel.
- Full-day guided Istanbul Old City Tour on a small-group basis.
- Photo stop at Hagia Sophia Mosque.
- Visit to the Byzantine Hippodrome.
- Visit to the Blue Mosque.
- Wander through Topkapi Palace.
- Visit to the Grand Bazaar.
- Princes' Islands excursion including ferry journey to Buyukada.
- Visit to the lavish Ottoman mansions and Victorian summer villas around Buyukada.
- Welcome package including tour vouchers, an Istanbul map and tourist information.
- English-speaking local tour guides.
- Daily bottled water.
- Tips at restaurants and hotels.
- All parking fees and highway tolls.
- Daily breakfast throughout the stay, plus lunch on the excursions, as detailed in the itinerary.
- Private airport transfers with new-model vehicles.
Cappadocia
- 2 nights' accommodation at the mentioned hotel.
- Full-day guided Cappadocia Tour on a small-group basis.
- Visit to Devrent Valley.
- Visit to Pasabag (Monk Valley).
- Visit to Avanos.
- Visit to the Cappadocia Open Air Museum.
- Visit to Uchisar Castle.
- Domestic flight tickets with 15 kg allowance.
- English-speaking local tour guide.
- Entrance fees to museums.
- Daily bottled water.
- Tips at restaurants and hotels.
- All parking fees and highway tolls.
- Daily breakfast throughout the stay, plus lunch on the excursions, as detailed in the itinerary.
- Private airport transfers with new-model vehicles.
Kusadasi
- 2 nights' accommodation at the mentioned hotel.
- Full-day guided Ephesus Tour on a small-group basis.
- Visit to the Ancient Roman City of Ephesus.
- Visit to Arcadian Way.
- Visit to Roman Baths.
- Visit to Temple of Hadrian.
- Visit to Library of Celsus.
- Visit to Antique Theatre.
- Visit to the House of Virgin Mary.
- Domestic flight tickets with 15 kg allowance.
- English-speaking local tour guide.
- Entrance fees to museums.
- Daily bottled water.
- Tips at restaurants and hotels.
- All parking fees and highway tolls.
- Daily breakfast throughout the stay, plus lunch on the excursions, as detailed in the itinerary.
- Private airport transfers with new-model vehicles.
Pamukkale
- 1 night's accommodation at the mentioned hotel.
- Guided Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour on a small-group basis.
- Visit to Hierapolis Ancient City.
- Visit to the Necropolis.
- Visit to Great Baths.
- Visit to Frontinus Street.
- Visit to the Theatre.
- Visit to Martyrion of St. Philip.
- Visit to the Antique Pool, also known as Cleopatra's Pool.
- Visit to Pamukkale Travertines.
- English-speaking local tour guide.
- Entrance fees to museums.
- Daily bottled water.
- Tips at restaurants and hotels.
- All parking fees and highway tolls.
- Daily breakfast throughout the stay, plus lunch on the excursions, as detailed in the itinerary.
- Private transfers between Pamukkale and Antalya.
Antalya
- 2 nights' accommodation at the mentioned hotel.
- Full-day guided Antalya City Tour on a small-group basis.
- Visit to Karpuz Kaldiran Waterfalls.
- Photo stop at Konyaalti Beach.
- Visit to Kaleici Old Town.
- Visit to Hadrian's Gate.
- Visit to the Clock Tower.
- Visit to the Fluted Minaret.
- Visit to Palm Street.
- Visit to the ancient harbour.
- Visit to Kursunlu Waterfalls.
- Domestic flight tickets with 15 kg allowance.
- English-speaking local tour guide.
- Entrance fees to museums.
- Daily bottled water.
- Tips at restaurants and hotels.
- All parking fees and highway tolls.
- Daily breakfast throughout the stay, plus lunch on the excursions, as detailed in the itinerary.
- Private airport transfers with new-model vehicles.
Istanbul
- 4 nights' accommodation at the mentioned hotel.
- Full-day guided Istanbul Old City Tour on a small-group basis.
- Photo stop at Hagia Sophia Mosque.
- Visit to the Byzantine Hippodrome.
- Visit to the Blue Mosque.
- Wander through Topkapi Palace.
- Visit to the Grand Bazaar.
- Princes' Islands excursion including ferry journey to Buyukada.
- Visit to the lavish Ottoman mansions and Victorian summer villas around Buyukada.
- Welcome package including tour vouchers, an Istanbul map and tourist information.
- English-speaking local tour guides.
- Daily bottled water.
- Tips at restaurants and hotels.
- All parking fees and highway tolls.
- Daily breakfast throughout the stay, plus lunch on the excursions, as detailed in the itinerary.
- Private airport transfers with new-model vehicles.
Cappadocia
- 2 nights' accommodation at the mentioned hotel.
- Full-day guided Cappadocia Tour on a small-group basis.
- Visit to Devrent Valley.
- Visit to Pasabag (Monk Valley).
- Visit to Avanos.
- Visit to the Cappadocia Open Air Museum.
- Visit to Uchisar Castle.
- Domestic flight tickets with 15 kg allowance.
- English-speaking local tour guide.
- Entrance fees to museums.
- Daily bottled water.
- Tips at restaurants and hotels.
- All parking fees and highway tolls.
- Daily breakfast throughout the stay, plus lunch on the excursions, as detailed in the itinerary.
- Private airport transfers with new-model vehicles.
Kusadasi
- 2 nights' accommodation at the mentioned hotel.
- Full-day guided Ephesus Tour on a small-group basis.
- Visit to the Ancient Roman City of Ephesus.
- Visit to Arcadian Way.
- Visit to Roman Baths.
- Visit to Temple of Hadrian.
- Visit to Library of Celsus.
- Visit to Antique Theatre.
- Visit to the House of Virgin Mary.
- Domestic flight tickets with 15 kg allowance.
- English-speaking local tour guide.
- Entrance fees to museums.
- Daily bottled water.
- Tips at restaurants and hotels.
- All parking fees and highway tolls.
- Daily breakfast throughout the stay, plus lunch on the excursions, as detailed in the itinerary.
- Private airport transfers with new-model vehicles.
Pamukkale
- 1 night's accommodation at the mentioned hotel.
- Guided Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour on a small-group basis.
- Visit to Hierapolis Ancient City.
- Visit to the Necropolis.
- Visit to Great Baths.
- Visit to Frontinus Street.
- Visit to the Theatre.
- Visit to Martyrion of St. Philip.
- Visit to the Antique Pool, also known as Cleopatra's Pool.
- Visit to Pamukkale Travertines.
- English-speaking local tour guide.
- Entrance fees to museums.
- Daily bottled water.
- Tips at restaurants and hotels.
- All parking fees and highway tolls.
- Daily breakfast throughout the stay, plus lunch on the excursions, as detailed in the itinerary.
- Private transfers between Pamukkale and Antalya.
Antalya
- 2 nights' accommodation at the mentioned hotel.
- Full-day guided Antalya City Tour on a small-group basis.
- Visit to Karpuz Kaldiran Waterfalls.
- Photo stop at Konyaalti Beach.
- Visit to Kaleici Old Town.
- Visit to Hadrian's Gate.
- Visit to the Clock Tower.
- Visit to the Fluted Minaret.
- Visit to Palm Street.
- Visit to the ancient harbour.
- Visit to Kursunlu Waterfalls.
- Domestic flight tickets with 15 kg allowance.
- English-speaking local tour guide.
- Entrance fees to museums.
- Daily bottled water.
- Tips at restaurants and hotels.
- All parking fees and highway tolls.
- Daily breakfast throughout the stay, plus lunch on the excursions, as detailed in the itinerary.
- Private airport transfers with new-model vehicles.
Day-wise Itinerary
ExpandDay 1: Arrival In Istanbul – Begin Your Turkish Journey
- Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be warmly welcomed and enjoy transfer to your Old City hotel along with a welcome package including vouchers, a map, and tourist information. After checking in, refresh yourself and spend rest of the day at leisure—relax or explore historic streets, savor Turkish tea and baklava at rooftop spots in Fatih (Queb Rooftop, Mimar Sinan Roof, or Kubbe-i Aşk), try traditional hot sand coffee at Şark Kahvesi in the Grand Bazaar, or experience coffee-ground fortune-telling in Taksim (Symbol Cafe Teras, Melekler Kahvesi, or Kadınlar Kahvesi) before your overnight stay.
- Overnight stay in Istanbul
Day 2: Explore Istanbul's Historic Old City – Where Empires Left Their Mark
- After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full-day guided tour that walks you through more than a thousand years of history. Begin with a photo stop at the magnificent Hagia Sophia Mosque, standing as a timeless symbol of Byzantine artistry, before moving to the Byzantine Hippodrome, where the roar of ancient chariot races once filled the air. Step inside the breathtaking Blue Mosque, its soaring domes bathed in the glow of thousands of hand-painted Iznik tiles — a sight that leaves every visitor pausing in quiet awe. Continue to Topkapi Palace, the opulent former home of Ottoman Sultans, for a memorable visit. Close the day wandering the labyrinth of the Grand Bazaar, where the scent of spices, the glimmer of gold, and the calls of friendly shopkeepers create memories you'll carry home long after your trip ends.
- Overnight stay in Istanbul.
- (Breakfast & Lunch)
- Note: Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays. In such cases, the sightseeing will be replaced with either the Underground Cistern or the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum. The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and will be replaced with the Spice Bazaar.
- Overnight stay in Istanbul.
Day 3: Excursion To Buyukada – An Island Escape From City Life
- Between 08:00–08:30 am, after breakfast, set sail from the Golden Horn aboard a ferry bound for Buyukada, the largest of the Princes' Islands and a beloved retreat for Istanbul's own residents. As the city fades behind you, watch the domes and minarets of Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque shrink into a postcard-perfect skyline. Arriving on the island, step into a slower, gentler world of horse-drawn carriages, fragrant pine forests, and grand old Ottoman mansions draped in bougainvillea. Enjoy a leisurely lunch with the shimmering Sea of Marmara as your backdrop, then return by ferry as the sun begins its golden descent over the city — a perfectly peaceful day to pause and simply breathe it all in.
- Overnight stay in Istanbul.
- (Breakfast & Lunch)
Day 4: Fly From Istanbul To Cappadocia – Into A Fairytale Landscape
- After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your short flight to Cappadocia, a region so otherworldly it feels lifted from the pages of a fantasy novel. Upon landing, you'll be greeted by our local representative and whisked away to your cave hotel, where honey-colored stone walls and cozy interiors promise a truly unique night's rest. Spend the rest of the day at your own pace — perhaps watching the sunset paint the valley in shades of amber and rose from your terrace, a moment you'll want to hold onto forever.
- Overnight stay in Cappadocia.
- (Breakfast)
Day 5: Explore Cappadocia – Valleys, Fairy Chimneys & Ancient Wonders
- For the truly unforgettable start to your day, rise before dawn for an optional hot air balloon ride, drifting silently above a valley dotted with hundreds of colorful balloons — widely regarded as one of the most magical sights on earth. After breakfast, pickup at 9:30–10:00 am, and your tour begins at Devrent Valley, nicknamed Imagination Valley for its whimsical, almost sculpted rock formations. Continue to Pasabag, or Monk Valley, home to extraordinary double- and triple-headed fairy chimneys that seem to defy nature itself. Savor a relaxed lunch in Avanos, a riverside town famed for centuries of pottery tradition and the swirling waters of the Red River. In the afternoon, step into the Open Air Museum, where 10th-century cave churches still hold faded frescoes of remarkable beauty, before ending your day atop Uchisar Castle, offering sweeping panoramic views that make for the perfect final photograph of your Cappadocia adventure.
- Overnight stay in Cappadocia.
- (Breakfast & Lunch)
Day 6: Fly From Cappadocia To Izmir And Transfer To Kusadasi
- After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Izmir, where you'll be welcomed and driven to your hotel in Kusadasi, a charming resort town wrapped around a sparkling Aegean bay. With the rest of the day free, take a stroll along the marina, sip fresh Turkish tea by the waterfront, and let the sea breeze set the pace for the relaxed days ahead.
- Overnight stay in Kusadasi.
- (Breakfast)
Day 7: Explore Ephesus – Walking Through Ancient Roman Glory
- After breakfast, pickup at 9:30–10:00 am, journey back in time with a tour of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world. Wander down the very stones once trodden by Roman citizens along the Arcadian Way, Roman Baths, Temple of Hadrian, marvel at the towering façade of the Celsius Library glowing golden in the sunlight, and stand where thousands once gathered in the grand Antique Theatre. In the afternoon, visit the peaceful Virgin Mary House, a place of quiet reflection tucked into the hillside pines — a moment of serenity that many guests describe as the emotional heart of their trip.
- Overnight stay in Kusadasi.
- (Breakfast & Lunch)
Day 8: Transfer From Kusadasi To Pamukkale With Hierapolis Tour
- After breakfast, pickup at 8:00–8:30 am, depart for Pamukkale and visit Hierapolis, an ancient Greco-Roman spa city built above natural hot springs. Explore its sprawling necropolis, grand baths, and the atmospheric antique pool, also known as Cleopatra's Pool. Then comes the moment you've likely seen in a hundred photographs: the Pamukkale Travertines, cascading white mineral terraces that look like snow frozen mid-flow. Slip off your shoes and walk barefoot across the warm, mineral-rich pools — a sensory experience unlike anywhere else on earth, and one of the most cherished memories of the entire journey.
- Overnight stay in Pamukkale.
- (Breakfast & Lunch)
Day 9: Drive To Antalya – Welcome To The Turkish Riviera
- After breakfast, settle in for a scenic private drive through Turkey's sun-drenched countryside, rolling hills giving way to glimpses of turquoise coastline as you approach Antalya. Arrive at your hotel with the afternoon free to unwind by the Mediterranean, the perfect prelude to the discoveries ahead.
- Overnight stay in Antalya.
- (Breakfast)
Day 10: Antalya City Tour – Waterfalls, History & Coastal Charm
- At 09:00–09:30 am, depart your hotel for a full day exploring the beauty of the Turkish Riviera, beginning at Karpuz Kaldıran Waterfalls, where cascading water dramatically meets the sea, followed by a scenic photo stop at Konyaaltı Beach. Continue into Kaleiçi, Antalya's beautifully restored old town, where cobblestone lanes wind past the ancient Gate of Hadrian, the historic Clock Tower, the elegant Fluted Minaret, and the charming Palm Street, down to a harbor once used by Roman traders — every corner offering another perfect photo among the many beautiful old houses of Kaleiçi. Round out the day at the lush Kursunlu Waterfalls, where the sound of falling water and the cool forest air make for a refreshing, unforgettable close to your Antalya adventure.
- Overnight stay in Antalya.
- (Breakfast & Lunch)
Day 11: Fly To Istanbul – One Last Night In The City Of Sultans
- After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Istanbul, where you'll be welcomed once more and transferred to your hotel. Spend your final evening soaking in the atmosphere of this extraordinary city one more time, perhaps over a farewell dinner with the Bosphorus twinkling in the distance.
- Overnight stay in Istanbul.
- (Breakfast)
Day 12: Departure From Istanbul With Memories To Last A Lifetime
- After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your outbound flight, bringing your Grand Turkey Tour to a close — but the memories of fairy chimneys, ancient ruins, and warm Turkish hospitality will stay with you for years to come.
- (Breakfast)
Exclusions
Expand- Personal expenses such as hotel minibar charges.
- Drinks at meals.
- Tips to the local guide and driver.
- Optional hot air balloon tour in Cappadocia.
- Optional entrance fees for Hagia Sophia Mosque
Terms and Conditions
Expand- The tour is available every day.
- Minimum 2 guests are required for guaranteed departure.
- Small-group tours are operated with a maximum of 8 guests.
- No long drives are included in the itinerary wherever possible.
- Domestic flight tickets are included with a 15 kg baggage allowance.
- Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and will be replaced by the Underground Cistern or Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum.
- Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and will be replaced by the Spice Bazaar.
- Rooms and domestic flight tickets cannot be held without a down payment.
- A 20% deposit is required to confirm the booking.
- 100% payment must be completed 14 days prior to arrival.
- Normal hotel check-in time is 14:00 hrs.
- Normal hotel check-out time is 12:00 hrs.
- Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and may be confirmed with extra payment.
- If the mentioned hotels are not available at the time of booking, similar-basis hotels will be provided.
- Above 11 years are considered as adult
- Mentioned hotels are subject to availability at the time of booking and may be replaced with similar-category hotels.
- Package rates are based on the specified room category. Any upgrade will be at an additional cost.
- Standard check-in time is at 14:00 (02:00 PM) to 15:00 (03:00 PM) and check-out time is by 12:00 PM.
- Early check-in and late check-out are not included and if the guests want to do so, then there will be an additional supplement and should be borne by the guests.
- Connecting rooms, adjoining rooms, specific floor, bed type or special room requests are subject to hotel availability.
- Meals will be provided as mentioned in the itinerary. Menu and restaurant arrangements are subject to availability.
- Special dietary requirements must be advised at the time of booking and are subject to availability.
- Tips, laundry, porterage, beverages, minibar, room service, telephone calls and other personal expenses are not included unless specifically mentioned.
- Optional tours, activities, experiences and upgrades are available at an additional cost and must be booked in advance where applicable.
- No refund will be provided for any unused, partially used or missed services.
- No refund will be provided for services missed due to late arrival, early departure or changes made by the guest.
- There will be American / continental breakfast or similar served at the hotel and the company cannot make any changes in the menu.
- Any physical or mental disability requiring special attention or treatment must be noted at the time of reservation.
- Original Indian passport valid for a minimum of 06 months beyond the travel.
- Standard check-in to the hotel is 1400/1500 hours and check-out is always 1100/1200 hours.
- The itinerary can be altered due to unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather/heavy traffic conditions. No refunds will be provided in such cases.
- Images shown are for illustrative purposes only. Actual scenery, vehicle models, and local experiences may vary depending on weather, seasonality, and itinerary availability.
- Meals are not included on arrival day and no meals except breakfast on departure day
