16 Days Grand Turkey Tour Package
Uncover the soul of Türkiye on this unforgettable 16 Days Grand Turkey Tour Package. From Istanbul’s storied mosques and bazaars to the war-touched cliffs of Gallipoli, the legendary ruins of Troy, and the sacred streets of Ephesus — every step is a walk through history. Soak in the white travertines of Pamukkale, explore the Mediterranean wonders of Antalya, and end your journey in the magical landscapes of Cappadocia.
With domestic flights, intercity transport, guided tours, and hotel accommodations all seamlessly arranged, this is the complete Turkish experience — perfected.
- Covers Türkiye’s most iconic cities and regions in a single smooth itinerary
- Seamlessly includes all intercity buses and domestic flights with door-to-door hotel transfers
- Offers a deep dive into ancient history, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and local culture
- Combines free days with expertly guided tours for the perfect travel balance
- Designed for comfort, efficiency, and authenticity — perfect for first-time or repeat travelers
- Optional experiences like hot air balloon rides and dinner cruises easily addable
What's Included
- 15 nights’ accommodation
- All Domestic flights: Antalya → Cappadocia, Cappadocia → Istanbul
- All Intercity buses: Canakkale → Kusadasi, Denizli → Antalya
- All airport-hotel and bus station transfers in each region
- Daily breakfast and 11 lunches during tours
- Guided full-day tours in Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya, Cappadocia
- Entrance tickets to all listed museums and archaeological sites
- Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul & boat tour in Antalya
- All transportation with clean, modern, air-conditioned tour vehicles
- Professional licensed English-speaking tour guides throughout
What's Not Included
- Dinners
- Drinks during lunches
- Optional activities (e.g. hot air balloon, Turkish bath, Cleopatra Pool, dinner cruise)
- International flight tickets
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, snacks, etc.)
- Lunch on Troy Tour
16 Days Grand Turkey Tour Package: From Istanbul to Cappadocia via Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale & Antalya
Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul
Airport Pick-up: Upon landing at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), our team will welcome you at the exit gate holding a name sign. You will be transferred to your hotel in central Istanbul for check-in and relaxation.
Day 2 – Free Day in Istanbul
Enjoy a relaxing day exploring Istanbul on your own. You can shop in the Grand Bazaar, relax by the Bosphorus, or add an optional Bosphorus Dinner Cruise in the evening.
Day 3 – Best of Istanbul City Tour
Tour Highlights: Palaces, Mosques & the Bosphorus
Hotel Pick-up (08:00–08:30): Start your full-day guided city tour after breakfast.
- Hippodrome: Once a Roman chariot arena; see the Obelisk of Theodosius and Serpent Column.
- Blue Mosque: Istanbul’s most famous mosque with six minarets and thousands of İznik tiles.
- Hagia Sophia: A symbol of Istanbul, blending Byzantine grandeur with Ottoman elegance.
- Golden Horn Viewpoint: Panoramic views of this natural harbor that divides the old and new cities.
- Bosphorus Cruise: Sail between two continents and enjoy views of Dolmabahçe Palace, Rumeli Fortress, Maiden’s Tower, and more.
Tour ends around 17:00. You will be transferred back to your hotel.
Day 4 – Gallipoli Tour from Istanbul & Overnight in Canakkale
Tour Highlights: Echoes of WWI on the Gallipoli Peninsula
Hotel Pick-up (06:30–07:00): Drive to Gallipoli for a historical day tour.
- Brighton Beach: Where ANZAC troops first landed in 1915.
- Beach Cemetery: Final resting place of many Australian soldiers including John Simpson.
- ANZAC Cove: Famous landing site and memorial zone.
- Ari Burnu Cemetery: Memorial for fallen troops overlooking the sea.
- Lone Pine Cemetery: Australian war memorial with an emotional tribute.
- Johnston’s Jolly: Site of preserved trenches and battlefield remnants.
- Shrapnel Valley: Once a heavily shelled ravine, now a tranquil memorial.
- The Nek: The site of a heroic but tragic charge by Australian troops.
- Turkish Memorial: Honors the Ottoman soldiers with Atatürk’s powerful words.
- Chunuk Bair: New Zealand’s most significant memorial site.
Tour ends around 16:00. Afterward, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Canakkale.
Day 5 – Troy Tour & Intercity Bus to Kusadasi
Tour Highlights: Myths and Ruins of Ancient Troy
Hotel Pick-up (08:30): Join a half-day guided tour of Troy.
- Trojan Horse Replica: A symbolic representation of Homer’s epic tale.
- Sacrificial Altars: Once used in ancient religious ceremonies.
- 3700-Year-Old City Walls: See the defensive layers built over centuries.
- Houses of Troy I: Early settlement dating back to 3000 BC.
- The Agora: The main commercial center of ancient Troy.
At 13:30, transfer to Canakkale Bus Station. Take an intercity coach to Kusadasi via Izmir. Upon arrival (approx. 20:00), meet our team at the terminal and transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi.
Day 6 – Ephesus Ancient City Tour
Tour Highlights: Roman Ruins and Sacred History
Hotel Pick-up (09:00): Discover the grandeur of ancient Ephesus.
- Library of Celsus: Breathtaking Roman structure and former archive center.
- Great Theatre: Gigantic Roman theater with 25,000 seats.
- Temple of Hadrian: Beautiful carvings of gods and emperors.
- Marble Road & Curetes Street: Ancient thoroughfares connecting key city landmarks.
- Odeon & Agora: Places for governance, music, and trade.
- Terrace Houses: Lavishly decorated Roman homes with mosaic floors.
- House of Virgin Mary: Sacred site believed to be where Mary spent her final years.
- Temple of Artemis: Ruins of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Tour ends around 16:00. Return to your hotel in Kusadasi.
Day 7 – Pamukkale Tour & Intercity Bus to Antalya
Tour Highlights: White Terraces and Roman Healing Grounds
Hotel Pick-up (07:30): Depart for Pamukkale and explore the ancient thermal capital.
- Pamukkale Travertines: Cascading white terraces created by thermal waters.
- Hierapolis: Roman city with a theater, necropolis, Frontinus Gate, Temple of Apollo, and baths.
- Cleopatra Antique Pool (optional): Swim among ancient columns in warm mineral waters.
Tour ends at 16:00. You’ll be transferred to Denizli Bus Station and take a bus to Antalya. Arrival around 20:00, followed by hotel transfer.
Day 8 – Free Day in Antalya
Relax or explore Antalya’s beaches, cafes, or nearby historical sites at your own pace.
Day 9 – Antalya Old City Tour with Boat Trip
Tour Highlights: Waterfalls, Kaleiçi & the Mediterranean Coast
Hotel Pick-up (09:00–09:30): Discover Antalya’s natural and historical gems.
- Upper Duden Waterfall: Hidden cave behind a powerful cascade.
- Lower Duden Waterfall: Cliffs where the river meets the sea.
- Kaleici (Old Town): Walk through Roman walls, Ottoman houses, and historic mosques.
- Boat Tour: Enjoy a relaxing cruise from Antalya’s picturesque harbor.
Tour ends around 17:00. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel.
Day 10 – Perge, Aspendos, Side & Manavgat Waterfall Tour
Tour Highlights: Ancient Theaters, Temples & Natural Beauty
Hotel Pick-up (07:30): A day immersed in Pamphylia’s classical heritage.
- Perge: Explore the Roman Baths, Agora, Colonnaded Street, Nymphaeum, and vast stadium.
- Aspendos Theatre: Best-preserved Roman theater in Turkey still in use today.
- Side Ancient City: Visit the Temple of Apollo, large Roman theater, and enjoy coastal views.
- Manavgat Waterfall: A scenic cascade surrounded by greenery.
Tour ends at 18:30. Return transfer to your hotel.
Day 11 – Free Day in Antalya & Flight to Cappadocia
Spend the morning as you wish. In the afternoon, transfer to Antalya Airport. Your flight to Cappadocia may be direct or connected via Istanbul depending on availability. On arrival, meet our team at Cappadocia Airport and transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia.
Day 12 – 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: Surreal Landscapes, Fairy Chimneys & Cultural Treasures
Hotel Pick-up (09:30): Begin your full-day exploration of Northern Cappadocia with your guide.
- Devrent Valley: Discover natural rock formations shaped like animals and abstract forms—no two are alike.
- Pasabag Open Air Museum: See towering fairy chimneys that once sheltered monks in solitude.
- Avanos Pottery Workshop: A riverside town famous for its pottery heritage; watch a live demonstration from a local artisan.
- Zelve Open-Air Museum: Explore an abandoned village with churches, homes, and workshops carved into rock.
- Goreme Panorama: A stunning viewpoint offering a sweeping look over Goreme’s iconic valleys and fairy chimneys.
- Uchisar Castle: Climb to the top of this natural rock citadel for one of the best panoramic views in Cappadocia.
Tour concludes around 17:00. You’ll be transferred back to your hotel.
Day 13 – South Cappadocia (Yellow Tour) & Flight to Istanbul
Tour Highlights: Underground Cities, Valleys & Village Life
Hotel Pick-up (09:30): Set out on a full-day journey through Southern Cappadocia with your guide.
- Rose Valley: A scenic hike through soft pink rock formations and hidden churches carved into stone.
- Ozkonak Underground City: Descend into a multi-level subterranean refuge used during ancient invasions.
- Pigeon Valley: Admire cliffs filled with tiny pigeon homes carved centuries ago for fertilizer and symbolism.
- Gulludere Valley: Peaceful walking route dotted with ancient cave churches and colorful stone spires.
- Cavusin Village: Explore partially abandoned cave houses and a dramatic hillside church.
Tour ends around 16:30. You will be transferred to Cappadocia Airport for your evening flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, meet our team and transfer to your hotel in Istanbul.
Day 14 – Free Day in Istanbul
Spend your day wandering Istanbul’s markets, sipping Turkish tea with a Bosphorus view, or visiting any missed museums or mosques. Optional experiences like a Turkish bath or Whirling Dervish show can be arranged upon request.
Day 15 – Last Free Day in Istanbul
Enjoy your final day in Istanbul at leisure. It’s a great time to do last-minute shopping or enjoy a Bosphorus sunset one last time. You may optionally add a farewell dinner cruise to your itinerary.
Day 16 – Departure from Istanbul
Hotel Pick-up: You will be picked up from your hotel at a suitable time based on your international flight schedule and transferred to Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW). Please ensure your departure airport and time are correctly noted during booking.
- Domestic flights may be direct or connected depending on seasonal availability.
- 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.
- Tour order or transportation timing may vary slightly due to seasonal factors; all services are guaranteed.
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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