13 Days Turkey Tour Package: Aegean to Cappadocia
From the windswept shores of Gallipoli to the sun-kissed valleys of Cappadocia, this 13 Days Turkey Tour Package: Aegean Wonders to Cappadocian Dreams offers an unforgettable journey across the country’s most iconic regions. Discover ancient ruins, natural marvels, coastal cities, and cave-carved worlds, all in a single itinerary designed for comfort, immersion, and discovery.
With domestic transfers, expert guides, and carefully curated tours, you’ll experience the perfect blend of history, nature, and culture.
- Combines Turkey’s top historical and natural sites into one comprehensive and well-paced itinerary.
- All logistics—from intercity buses to domestic flights—are handled seamlessly, so you travel stress-free.
- Visits to UNESCO sites like Ephesus, Pamukkale, and Cappadocia’s Open Air Museum.
- Enjoy multiple free days in Antalya to relax or customize your experience.
- Includes guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and unique experiences like boat cruises and underground cities.
What's Included
- Transportation: All hotel–bus station–airport transfers
- Flight: Antalya → Cappadocia (direct or connected)
- Flight: Cappadocia → Istanbul
- Intercity bus: Canakkale → Kusadasi (via Izmir)
- Intercity bus: Pamukkale → Antalya
- 1 night in Canakkale, 2 nights in Kusadasi, 6 nights in Antalya, 2 nights in Cappadocia, 1 night in Istanbul (standard or boutique hotels with breakfast)
- Guided Gallipoli Tour
- Guided Troy Tour
- Guided Full-Day Ephesus Tour
- Guided Full-Day Pamukkale Tour
- Guided Perge, Aspendos, Side & Manavgat Tour
- Guided Antalya Old City Tour with Waterfalls & Boat Trip
- Guided Cappadocia Red Tour
- Guided Cappadocia Yellow Tour
- Professional English-speaking licensed tour guides
- Entrance fees for all sights mentioned in the itinerary
- Daily breakfasts & lunches during guided tours
What's Not Included
- Dinners
- Drinks during meals
- Optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon in Cappadocia, Cleopatra Pool entrance)
- Lunches on free days
- Personal expenses
- Lunch on Troy Tour
13 Days Turkey Tour Package: Aegean Wonders to Cappadocian Dreams
Day 1 – Journey to the Past: Gallipoli Tour from Istanbul
Hotel Pick-up (06:30 – 07:00): Start your day early with a hotel pick-up from your centrally located Istanbul hotel. Then, enjoy a scenic drive to the Gallipoli Peninsula with brief stops along the way.
Today’s Highlights: WWI Memories Along the Dardanelles
- Brighton Beach: A historic landing area where the Gallipoli campaign began for many Allied soldiers.
- Beach Cemetery: A moving tribute to fallen ANZAC soldiers, set beside the peaceful beach.
- ANZAC Cove: The primary landing site of the Australian and New Zealand troops on April 25, 1915.
- Ari Burnu: A fierce battle site now home to memorials and cemeteries.
- Lone Pine Cemetery: A solemn resting place and memorial for ANZAC troops.
- Johnston’s Jolly: A trench warfare site with original Allied and Turkish trenches.
- Shrapnel Valley: A critical supply route and cemetery for Allied soldiers.
- Turkish Memorial: Dedicated to the Turkish soldiers who died during the campaign, with Atatürk’s famous message to mothers of fallen soldiers.
- The Nek: A narrow ridge where a dramatic and tragic charge took place.
- Chunuk Bair: One of the highest points captured by the ANZACs, now marked by a New Zealand memorial.
End of Tour: After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Canakkale for an overnight stay.
Day 2 – Troy Tour & Intercity Bus to Kusadasi
Hotel Pick-up (08:30): After breakfast and check-out, meet your guide and set out for a half-day tour of the legendary city of Troy.
Today’s Highlights: Ancient Epic in Stone
- Replica Trojan Horse: A full-scale model from the Hollywood movie, symbolizing Troy’s famous tale.
- Sacrificial Altars: Ancient platforms where offerings to the gods were once made.
- 3700-Year-Old City Walls: Remarkable fortifications from the Bronze Age, showcasing ancient defense techniques.
- Houses of Troy I (3000–2500 B.C.): Well-preserved dwellings reflecting daily life in early Troy.
- The Agora: A central market area where commerce and social life flourished.
After the Tour: You’ll have a short break before your journey.
13:30 ─ Transfer to the bus station in Canakkale. Board an intercity coach to Kusadasi via Izmir.
20:00 ─ Upon arrival at Kusadasi Bus Station, our team will be waiting to greet you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in and rest.
Day 3 – Timeless Ruins: Full-Day Ephesus Tour
Hotel Pick-up (09:00): After breakfast at the hotel, your guide will meet you and begin the journey to Ephesus, one of the most spectacular ancient cities in the world.
Today’s Highlights: Marvels of the Roman World
- Library of Celsus: Admire this iconic façade built in 117 A.D., one of the most photographed ruins of the Roman Empire.
- Great Theatre: Step inside the 25,000-seat amphitheater where dramas and political events took place.
- Temple of Hadrian: An ornate structure showcasing Roman art and religious dedication.
- Marble Street & Agora: Walk along polished marble roads where commerce once thrived in ancient Ephesus.
- House of Virgin Mary: Visit the peaceful shrine believed to be the final residence of Mary, mother of Jesus.
- Temple of Artemis: Discover one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, now represented by a few standing columns.
End of Tour: After the tour, return to your hotel in Kusadasi for an overnight stay.
Day 4 – Pamukkale Tour & Intercity Bus to Antalya
Hotel Pick-up (07:30): After breakfast and check-out, meet your guide and begin your drive to Pamukkale.
Today’s Highlights: Nature and Thermal History
- Pamukkale Travertines: Explore the world-famous white terraces formed by thermal waters cascading down the mountainside.
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Discover the well-preserved theater, necropolis, Roman baths, and colonnaded streets of this UNESCO site.
16:30 ─ Transfer to Denizli Bus Station and board your intercity coach to Antalya.
19:45 ─ Arrival at Antalya Bus Terminal. Our staff will greet you and transfer you to your hotel.
Day 5 – Free Day in Antalya
Relax and Recharge: Today is yours to enjoy at your own pace. Lounge by the beach, explore local cafes and markets, or simply rest in your hotel. You can also book optional tours such as a boat cruise, Turkish bath experience, or water sports.
Day 6 – Perge, Aspendos, Side & Manavgat Waterfall Tour
Hotel Pick-up (08:30): After breakfast, your guide will pick you up to explore the wonders around Antalya. This full-day excursion covers ancient ruins and natural sights along the coastal plain.
Today’s Highlights: Roman Legacy and River Beauty
- Perge: Walk through colonnaded streets and visit the grand agora, stadium, and Roman baths of this ancient Pamphylian city.
- Aspendos Theatre: Discover one of the best-preserved Roman theatres in the world, still used for performances today.
- Side Ancient City: Explore the impressive city gates, temples, and the harbor that once made this a bustling trading hub.
- Manavgat Waterfall: Conclude the tour with a peaceful break by the river where the falls cascade into lush greenery.
End of Tour: You will be transferred back to your hotel in Antalya.
Day 7 – Free Day in Antalya
Enjoy the Day at Leisure: Whether you want to revisit a favorite spot, enjoy the sun on Konyaalti Beach, or relax at your hotel, this day is all yours. Optional tours are available if you’d like to explore more.
Day 8 – Antalya Old City Tour with Waterfalls & Boat Trip
Hotel Pick-up (09:00 – 09:30): After breakfast, join your guide for a full-day discovery of Antalya’s natural and historical gems.
Today’s Highlights: Coastal Charms and Ancient Streets
- Duden Waterfall (Upper): A refreshing natural park where water flows through caves and cliffs before plunging into the greenery below.
- Karpuzkaldiran Waterfall (Lower Duden): A majestic view of the water rushing straight into the sea from the cliffs—perfect for photos.
- Kaleici (Old Town): Wander through narrow cobblestone streets lined with Ottoman houses, boutique shops, and ancient Roman ruins.
- Old Harbor & Boat Tour: Set sail on a short boat trip from the historic harbor and admire Antalya’s cityscape from the water.
End of Tour: You’ll be dropped off back at your hotel to relax after the tour.
Day 9 – Free Day in Antalya
Final Day on the Coast: Enjoy one last day in this Mediterranean paradise. You may relax at the beach, stroll through the marina, or enjoy a Turkish coffee in the old city. Optional excursions such as jeep safaris or spa treatments are available.
Day 10 – Free Day in Antalya & Flight to Cappadocia
Morning: After breakfast, you’ll have some free time for relaxation before your flight.
Transfer: According to your flight time, our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Antalya Airport.
Flight: You’ll fly to Cappadocia. If direct flights are unavailable, a connected flight via Istanbul will be arranged at no extra cost.
Arrival in Cappadocia: Upon landing, our team will greet you and transfer you 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.
Hotel Pick-up (09:30): Meet your guide and begin exploring the northern highlights of the Cappadocia region.
Today’s Highlights: Fairy Chimneys and Open-Air Museums
- Devrent Valley: Known as Imagination Valley, this area is filled with surreal rock formations that resemble animals and human figures.
- Pasabag (Monks Valley): Famous for its fairy chimneys with twin and triple rock caps, once used as hermit dwellings by monks.
- Goreme: See the panoramic views of this historic village surrounded by carved rock formations and churches.
- Avanos Pottery Workshop: Visit this ancient town by the Kızılırmak River and experience its traditional pottery-making heritage.
- Zelve Open Air Museum: Walk among abandoned cave homes and churches in one of Cappadocia’s oldest villages.
- Uchisar Castle (exterior visit): The tallest rock structure in Cappadocia offering panoramic views over valleys and towns.
End of Tour: Return to your hotel to rest or explore nearby on your own.
Day 12 – South Cappadocia (Yellow) Tour & Flight to Istanbul
Hotel Pick-up (09:30): After breakfast and check-out, join your guide for a full-day discovery of southern Cappadocia.
Today’s Highlights: Valleys, Villages, and Underground Cities
- Rose Valley: Famous for its red-pink rock layers, this scenic valley offers trails filled with hidden churches and cave dwellings.
- Ozkonak Underground City: Go deep into a multilevel city once used as a refuge during invasions, complete with tunnels, kitchens, and ventilation shafts.
- Pigeon Valley: Home to ancient pigeon houses carved into the rock, once used for communication and agriculture.
- Gulludere Valley: Another beautiful canyon filled with nature trails and historic cave churches.
- Cavusin Village: An abandoned village known for its rock-cut homes and ancient church ruins.
After Tour: You will be transferred to Cappadocia Airport for your flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival in Istanbul, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel.
Day 13 – Departure from Istanbul
Transfer: According to your flight details, our driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to either Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW).
- Domestic flights include 15kg check-in + 8kg cabin baggage per person. Extra baggage can be added during online check-in.
- Antalya to Cappadocia flight may be direct or connected via Istanbul, depending on seasonal availability.
- Optional hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia is available; we recommend early booking.
- Airport pick-up and drop-off included for each flight and city transfer.
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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Bus WiFi worked surprisingly well for uploading photos daily. Modern convenience during ancient discoveries.
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Sunken city tour boat had glass bottom panels that actually worked! Could see ancient walls clearly underwater which blew our minds completely.
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