17 Days Turkey Tour Package: Aegean to Cappadocia
Discover the full spectrum of Turkey’s natural beauty, history, and vibrant culture with this all-in-one 17 Days Turkey Tour Package: Aegean to Cappadocia Grand Journey. Begin your adventure at the poignant battlefields of Gallipoli and the mythical ruins of Troy, then continue through the marble streets of Ephesus, the healing terraces of Pamukkale, and the turquoise shores of Antalya. Sail over the sunken city of Kekova, explore the underground cities and valleys of Cappadocia, and end with a free day to enjoy the iconic city of Istanbul.
With domestic flights, intercity bus tickets, comfortable hotels, and guided tours included, this is the most complete and effortless way to see Turkey: from west coast to fairy chimneys.
- Covers every major highlight in western and central Turkey with no stress.
- Includes domestic flights, intercity buses, guided tours, and hotel transfers.
- Perfect mix of free days and immersive excursions across 6 regions.
- Experience ancient cities, natural wonders, boat trips, and unique cave landscapes.
- Optional hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia for an unforgettable aerial view.
What's Included
- 16 nights of hotel accommodation in Canakkale, Kusadasi, Antalya, Cappadocia, and Istanbul
- Domestic flights: Antalya → Cappadocia, Cappadocia → Istanbul
- Intercity buses: Canakkale → Kusadasi, Pamukkale → Antalya
- All hotel, airport, and bus station transfers
- Daily breakfast at all hotels
- Lunches during guided tours
- Professional English-speaking licensed guides
- Guided tours in: Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Perge-Aspendos-Side, Antalya City, Demre-Myra-Kekova, and all Cappadocia regions (Red, Green, Yellow)
- Entrance tickets to all listed museums and sites
- Boat tours in Kekova and Antalya
- Transportation in air-conditioned, non-smoking modern tour vehicles
What's Not Included
- Dinners
- Drinks during lunches
- Optional activities (e.g. hot air balloon ride, Cleopatra Pool)
- Swimwear, towels, and personal equipment
- Travel insurance
- International flight tickets
- Personal expenses
- Lunch on Troy Tour
17 Days Turkey Tour Package: Aegean to Cappadocia Grand Journey
Day 1 – Gallipoli Tour from Istanbul
Hotel Pick-up (06:30 – 07:00): You will be picked up from your centrally located hotel in Istanbul and begin your scenic journey to the Gallipoli Peninsula.
Today’s Highlights: Remembering World War I
- Brighton Beach: The first landing point for ANZAC troops in 1915, now a tranquil shoreline.
- Beach Cemetery: Final resting place for many fallen soldiers, including John Simpson Kirkpatrick.
- ANZAC Cove: Heart of the ANZAC landings with memorials and a powerful atmosphere.
- Ari Burnu: Site of fierce fighting, offering panoramic views of the cove.
- Lone Pine Cemetery: Australian war memorial and one of the most visited cemeteries in Gallipoli.
- Johnston’s Jolly: View preserved trenches from both Turkish and ANZAC forces.
- Shrapnel Valley: A major route for ANZAC soldiers and site of numerous graves.
- Turkish Memorial: Monument honoring the heroism of Turkish soldiers with Atatürk’s tribute to foreign mothers.
- The Nek: Known for the tragic and heroic charge by ANZAC troops.
- Chunuk Bair: Captured by New Zealand troops, offering panoramic views and monuments.
End of Tour: You will be transferred to your hotel in Canakkale or Eceabat for an overnight stay.
Day 2 – Troy Tour & Intercity Bus to Kusadasi
Hotel Pick-up (08:30): After breakfast and check-out, you’ll be picked up from your hotel for the Troy tour.
Today’s Highlights: The Legends of Troy
- Replica Trojan Horse: Symbol of the famous story from Homer’s Iliad, built for the Hollywood movie “Troy.”
- Sacrificial Altars: Used for ancient rituals and blessings to the gods.
- 3700-Year-Old City Walls: Defensive walls of ancient Troy, showing multiple layers of civilizations.
- Houses of Troy I: Well-preserved Bronze Age homes revealing early architectural styles.
- The Agora: The social and commercial center of ancient Troy.
13:30: Transfer to Canakkale Bus Station.
Intercity Bus: Travel to Kusadasi via Izmir.
20:00: Upon arrival at Kusadasi Bus Station, meet our team and transfer to your hotel.
Day 3 – Full-Day Ephesus Tour
Hotel Pick-up (09:00): After breakfast, your guide will meet you for a full-day tour of Ephesus.
Today’s Highlights: Ancient Roman Glory
- Library of Celsus: The third-largest library of the ancient world, with stunning architecture and rich history.
- Great Theatre: A 25,000-seat structure used for drama, gladiator fights, and political meetings.
- Terrace Houses: Luxurious Roman residences decorated with mosaics and frescoes.
- Temple of Hadrian: Beautifully preserved temple with detailed reliefs.
- Marble Road & Curetes Street: Walk the polished roads once used by emperors and merchants.
- Agora & Odeon: Visit the ancient marketplace and concert hall of the city.
- House of Virgin Mary: Believed to be the final home of Mary, mother of Jesus, nestled in the hills.
- Temple of Artemis: Remnants of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
End of Tour: You will be transferred back to your Kusadasi hotel.
Day 4 – Pamukkale Tour & Intercity Bus to Antalya
Hotel Pick-up (07:30): Depart for Pamukkale after breakfast and check-out.
Today’s Highlights: Natural & Ancient Spa City
- Pamukkale Travertines: Walk barefoot on white terraces formed by calcium-rich hot spring waters.
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Explore the massive Roman theatre, necropolis, agora, Frontinus Street, and Temple of Apollo.
- Cleopatra Antique Pool (optional): Swim among submerged columns and ruins in thermal waters.
16:30: Transfer to Denizli Bus Station.
Intercity Bus: Evening bus to Antalya.
19:45: Arrival in Antalya. Meet our staff and transfer to your hotel.
Day 5 – Free Day in Antalya
Relax at Leisure: Enjoy a rest day. Swim, explore, or just relax by the sea or at your hotel.
Day 6 – Free Day in Antalya
Independent Exploration: Spend your day exploring Antalya Old Town or visiting a local beach.
Day 7 – Perge, Aspendos, Side & Manavgat Waterfall Tour
Hotel Pick-up (08:30): Join a guided historical and nature tour.
- Perge: Visit the city where St. Paul once preached, complete with stadium and colonnaded streets.
- Aspendos Theatre: A remarkably preserved Roman theatre still used for concerts today.
- Side Ancient City: Explore temples and ruins right on the Mediterranean coast.
- Manavgat Waterfall: A serene and scenic cascade surrounded by greenery.
End of Tour: Transfer back to your hotel in Antalya.
Day 8 – Free Day in Antalya
Enjoy the City: A flexible day for beach time, shopping, or a Turkish bath experience.
Day 9 – Antalya Old City Tour with Boat Trip
Hotel Pick-up (09:00 – 09:30): Begin a guided city tour.
- Duden Waterfall: A peaceful green oasis where water flows through caves.
- Karpuzkaldiran (Lower Duden): Watch as the water dramatically crashes over the cliffs into the sea.
- Kaleici: Wander narrow streets filled with Ottoman houses, cafes, and historical remnants.
- Old Harbor Boat Trip: Enjoy a scenic cruise from the harbor to see Antalya’s coastline.
End of Tour: Transfer to your hotel.
Day 10 – Demre, Myra & Kekova Tour
Hotel Pick-up (06:00): Early start for a full-day tour along the Lycian coast.
- Myra Rock Tombs: Admire Lycian tombs carved into cliffs and the grand Roman theatre.
- St. Nicholas Church: Visit the resting place of Saint Nicholas (Santa Claus).
- Kekova Boat Tour: Sail over the submerged ruins of an ancient city and enjoy a short swimming break.
End of Tour: Return to Antalya in the early evening and transfer to your hotel.
Day 11 – Free Day in Antalya
Enjoy as You Wish: Relax, swim, shop, or revisit favorite spots in Antalya.
Day 12 – Flight to Cappadocia
Hotel Pick-up: Depending on flight time, you will be picked up and transferred to Antalya Airport.
Flight: You’ll fly to Cappadocia—either direct or via Istanbul based on availability.
Arrival: Meet our staff and transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia.
Day 13 – 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): Begin exploring the wonders of northern Cappadocia.
- Devrent Valley: Known for its animal-shaped rock formations and lunar landscape.
- Pasabag Open Air Museum: See towering fairy chimneys once used by monks for seclusion.
- Avanos Pottery Workshop: Discover pottery traditions passed down for generations.
- Zelve Open Air Museum: Explore the ruins of an abandoned cave town.
- Goreme Panorama: Enjoy the best photo spot in the region.
- Uchisar Castle (exterior visiting): A natural rock fortress offering panoramic views of the valleys.
End of Tour: Return to your hotel.
Day 14 – South Cappadocia (Green) Tour
Hotel Pick-up (09:30): Continue your adventure through valleys and hidden cities.
- Ihlara Valley: A lush canyon with ancient cave churches and hiking trails.
- Derinkuyu Underground City: Descend into one of the deepest underground shelters ever built.
- Belisirma Village: Riverside lunch in a quiet traditional village.
- Esentepe: Another great panoramic viewpoint.
- Yaprakhisar: A cave village backdrop used in movies.
End of Tour: Return to your hotel.
Day 15 – South Cappadocia (Yellow) Tour & Flight to Istanbul
Hotel Pick-up (09:30): Enjoy your final tour in Cappadocia.
- Rose Valley: Famous for pink-hued rocks and serene hiking paths.
- Ozkonak Underground City: A well-ventilated and less crowded underground refuge.
- Pigeon Valley: See the dovecotes carved into cliffs for fertilizer use.
- Gulludere Valley: A tranquil walk through uniquely shaped formations.
- Cavusin: A partly abandoned village with layers of history.
Evening: Transfer to the airport and fly to Istanbul. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel.
Day 16 – Free Day in Istanbul
Explore or Relax: Enjoy Istanbul at your own pace. You may revisit highlights or shop in the Grand Bazaar.
Day 17 – Departure from Istanbul
Hotel Pick-up: According to your flight details, you’ll be transferred 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.
- Flight times may vary depending on airline availability. Direct flights will be arranged when possible; otherwise, connected flights via Istanbul will be provided.
- Hot air balloon rides in Cappadocia are not included and should be reserved early due to high demand.
- 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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Group dynamics improved as journey progressed. Strangers became travel family sharing meals and inside jokes by final destination.
Turkish coffee preparation classes were unexpected bonus activity. Learning traditional brewing techniques enhanced cultural appreciation beyond sightseeing schedule.
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