12 Days Grand Turkey Tour Package
Ready to see the very best of Turkey in just 12 days? This expertly designed tour takes you on an unforgettable journey through the country’s most iconic and diverse destinations—from the cultural heart of Istanbul to the battle-scarred coastlines of Gallipoli, the legendary ruins of Troy, the marble avenues of Ephesus, the white terraces of Pamukkale, the sun-drenched charm of Antalya, and finally the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia.
With all domestic flights, hotel stays, guided tours, and transfers included, you don’t have to plan a thing. All you need to do is show up—and soak it all in.
- Covers 7 of Turkey’s most iconic regions in a seamless and efficient route.
- All logistics arranged for you: domestic flights, bus tickets, hotels, transfers & professional guides.
- Includes historical sites, coastal cities, natural wonders, and cultural landmarks.
- Balanced itinerary: guided sightseeing + free days for personal exploration.
- Ideal for first-time visitors who want the complete Turkish experience without stress.
- Option to add a hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia.
What's Included
- 11 nights’ accommodation
- All Domestic flights: Antalya → Cappadocia, Cappadocia → Istanbul
- All Intercity buses: Canakkale → Kusadasi, Pamukkale → Antalya
- All hotel, airport, and bus station transfers
- Daily breakfast at all hotels
- Lunches during tours
- Professional licensed English-speaking tour guides
- Guided tours in: Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya Old Town, Cappadocia (Red & Yellow tours)
- Entrance fees for all listed sites
- Bosphorus cruise and Antalya boat tour
- Transportation in modern, air-conditioned vehicles
What's Not Included
- Dinners
- Drinks during lunches
- Optional activities (hot air balloon, Cleopatra Pool)
- International flight tickets
- Personal expenses and tips
- Lunch on Troy Tour
12 Days Turkey Tour Package: From Istanbul to Cappadocia via Gallipoli, Ephesus & Antalya
Day 1 – Welcome to Istanbul
Airport Pick-up: Upon your arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), our travel team will greet you at the exit gate holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred directly to your hotel in the city center for check-in and rest.
Day 2 – Free Day in Istanbul
Explore on Your Own: Today is yours to discover Istanbul at your own pace.
Day 3 – Best of Istanbul City Tour
Tour Highlights: Empires of Faith, Palaces of Power
Hotel Pick-up (08:00 – 08:30): Meet your licensed English-speaking guide at your hotel for a full-day exploration of Istanbul’s old city.
- Hippodrome of Constantinople: Ancient chariot racing arena surrounded by the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpent Column, and the German Fountain.
- Blue Mosque: Marvel at this 17th-century architectural gem known for its six minarets and striking blue İznik tiles.
- Hagia Sophia: Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of this architectural masterpiece blending Byzantine and Ottoman history.
Lunch: Savor a delicious Turkish lunch at a local restaurant.
- Golden Horn Viewpoint: Enjoy sweeping views of Istanbul’s natural harbor and the city’s layered skyline.
- Bosphorus Cruise: Set sail between Europe and Asia. Admire Dolmabahçe Palace, Ciragan Kempinski, Maiden’s Tower, Beylerbeyi Palace, Rumeli Fortress, and grand Ottoman mansions lining the strait.
End of Tour: Return transfer to your hotel.
Day 4 – Gallipoli Tour from Istanbul & Overnight in Canakkale
Tour Highlights: Honoring Heroes on the Gallipoli Peninsula
Hotel Pick-up (06:30 – 07:00): Early departure for a guided day trip to the Gallipoli Battlefields.
- Brighton Beach: Learn about the Allied landings during WWI.
- Beach Cemetery: Burial site of Australian troops including John Simpson Kirkpatrick.
- ANZAC Cove: Main landing point of ANZAC forces on 25 April 1915.
- Ari Burnu & Shrapnel Valley: Important battle zones and resting places.
- Lone Pine Cemetery: Australian memorial site for the fallen soldiers.
- Johnston’s Jolly: See original trenches used by ANZAC and Turkish forces.
- The Nek: Site of the infamous charge by Australian light horsemen.
- Turkish Memorial: Tribute to fallen Turkish soldiers with Atatürk’s powerful message.
- Chunuk Bair: New Zealand’s memorial on a strategic hilltop taken in 1915.
End of Tour: Transfer to your hotel in Canakkale.
Day 5 – Troy Tour & Intercity Bus to Kusadasi
Tour Highlights: Myths and Legends Come to Life
Hotel Pick-up (08:30): After breakfast, check out and join your guide for a half-day Troy Tour.
- Replica Trojan Horse: Built for the movie Troy, a great photo opportunity and entry to the ancient city.
- Sacrificial Altars: Explore ceremonial platforms used to honor the gods.
- 3700-Year-Old City Walls: Remnants of one of the most fortified cities in antiquity.
- Houses of Troy I: Bronze Age dwellings dating from 3000–2500 BC.
- The Agora: Site of ancient marketplaces and civic gatherings.
13:30: Transfer to Canakkale Bus Station.
Bus Journey: Board an intercity coach to Kusadasi via Izmir.
20:00: Arrival in Kusadasi. Our team will meet you at the station and transfer you to your hotel.
Day 6 – Ephesus Ancient City Tour
Tour Highlights: Walking Through Marble Streets and Myths
Hotel Pick-up (09:00): Start your journey through one of the world’s best-preserved Roman cities.
- Library of Celsus: The iconic façade that once held 12,000 scrolls.
- Great Theatre: A massive structure seating 25,000 people, used for drama and politics.
- Temple of Hadrian: Dedicated to Emperor Hadrian with intricate carvings.
- Terrace Houses: Explore elite Roman homes with floor mosaics and wall frescoes.
- Marble Road, Agora, Odeon: Daily Roman life reflected in stone-paved avenues and meeting spots.
- House of Virgin Mary: A serene Christian pilgrimage site believed to be Mary’s final home.
- Temple of Artemis: Once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
End of Tour: Return to your Kusadasi hotel.
Day 7 – Pamukkale Tour & Bus to Antalya
Tour Highlights: Travertine Dreams and Sacred Waters
Hotel Pick-up (07:30): Drive to Pamukkale for a day filled with ancient healing and breathtaking landscapes.
- Pamukkale Travertines: Walk barefoot on cotton-white thermal terraces formed by calcium-rich waters.
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Visit the vast necropolis, Roman theater, Temple of Apollo, Frontinus Gate, and ancient thermal baths.
- Cleopatra Antique Pool (optional): Swim among submerged Roman columns in warm spring water.
16:30: Transfer to Denizli Bus Station.
Bus Journey: Travel to Antalya by intercity coach.
19:45: Arrival in Antalya. Our representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel.
Day 8 – Free Day in Antalya
Relax: Today is yours to enjoy the beaches, bazaars, or optional activities such as jeep safari, rafting, or a traditional hammam.
Day 9 – Antalya Old City Tour with Boat Trip
Tour Highlights: Waterfalls, Winding Streets, and the Sea
Hotel Pick-up (09:00 – 09:30): Full-day exploration of Antalya’s most beloved sights.
- Upper Duden Waterfall: A scenic natural park where water flows through a cave before plunging into a stream.
- Lower Duden Waterfall: A dramatic cliffside cascade into the sea near Lara Beach.
- Kaleici (Old Town): Stroll narrow streets of Ottoman houses, Roman walls, Hadrian’s Gate, and local shops.
- Antalya Harbor & Boat Cruise: Sail along the coastline and enjoy panoramic views of cliffs and turquoise waters.
End of Tour: Transfer back to your hotel.
Day 10 – Free Day & Flight to Cappadocia
Free Morning: Enjoy your last hours in Antalya relaxing or shopping.
Transfer: According to your flight schedule, you’ll be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Antalya Airport.
Flight: Direct or connected flight to Cappadocia via Istanbul, depending on availability.
Arrival: Upon arrival, meet our staff and transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia.
Day 11 – North Cappadocia (Red Tour)
Hot Air Balloon Flight
The price of the hot air balloon flight is not included in this package. You can add it optionally if you want to experience the incredible sunrise view over Cappadocia.
Hot Air Balloon Watching
If you prefer to stay on the ground but still want to capture amazing photos of the balloons floating over the fairy chimneys, join our hot air balloon watching tour.
Tour Highlights: Valleys of Dreams and Volcanic Magic
Hotel Pick-up (09:30): Begin your guided tour through northern Cappadocia’s otherworldly landscapes.
- Devrent Valley: Surreal rock formations shaped like animals and figures.
- Pasabag Open Air Museum: Iconic fairy chimneys where monks once lived in solitude.
- Avanos Pottery Workshop: Pottery town along the Kızılırmak River with a live workshop visit.
- Zelve Open Air Museum: Cave churches and homes from ancient Cappadocian life.
- Goreme Panoramic Point: A breathtaking viewpoint for stunning photos.
- Uchisar Castle (exterior visiting): Natural rock fortress offering panoramic views of the region.
End of Tour: Return to your hotel.
Day 12 – South Cappadocia (Yellow Tour) & Flight to Istanbul
Tour Highlights: Underground Mysteries and Rose-Hued Valleys
Hotel Pick-up (09:30): Continue your Cappadocia experience with a deeper exploration.
- Rose Valley: Hiking trail through pink rock formations and hidden cave churches.
- Ozkonak Underground City: Discover a multi-level refuge carved into the earth by early Christians.
- Pigeon Valley: Marvel at dovecotes and panoramic views.
- Gulludere Valley & Cavusin Village: Abandoned cave homes and historic rock-cut churches.
Evening: Transfer to Cappadocia Airport and fly to Istanbul.
IMPORTANT: If you have an international flight on the same night, please provide your departure time and airport (IST or SAW) in the “Special Requests” section during booking.
Tour Ends: Upon landing in Istanbul, your tour concludes at the airport.
- Domestic flights may be direct or connected, depending on airline availability.
- If your international flight is scheduled on Day 12 (last day), please include your departure time and IST/SAW airport preference in the “Special Requests” field when booking.
- Hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia is not included but you can easily add it in the optionals section during booking.
- Domestic flight baggage: 15kg check-in + 8kg cabin included. Extra baggage can be added during online check-in.
Hotel Options
If you have a preferred hotel, please let us know during the reservation process. On the checkout page, you will see an "Additional Request" section where you can specify your preference.
However, please note that we will make the reservation at one of the hotels listed below or similar quality hotels based on availability.
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