8 Days Turkey Tour Package: Aegean to Cappadocia
Cover Turkey’s most treasured landscapes and legendary ruins in a single curated experience.
The 8 Days Turkey Tour Package: Aegean to Cappadocia blends battlefield visits at Gallipoli, mythology in Troy, Roman marvels in Ephesus and Pamukkale, Mediterranean beauty in Antalya, and magical valleys of Cappadocia.
With domestic flights, hotel stays, expert-guided tours, and seamless transfers, it’s the most efficient way to explore Turkey from coast to chimneys.
- See the best of Turkey’s western and central regions in one trip
- Flights, buses, and hotel transfers included for stress-free travel
- Mix of guided cultural tours and relaxing free days
- Hot air balloon option in Cappadocia
- Balanced pace with key historical sights and stunning landscapes
What's Included
- Guided tours: Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya Old City, Cappadocia
- Domestic flights: Antalya ➝ Cappadocia, Cappadocia ➝ Istanbul
- Intercity bus: Pamukkale ➝ Antalya
- Hotel accommodation: 1 night Canakkale, 2 nights Kusadasi, 2 nights Antalya, 1 night Cappadocia
- All airport, bus station, and hotel transfers throughout the program
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
- Daily breakfast at hotels
- Lunches on full-day guided tours
- Professional English-speaking licensed guides
- Boat cruise in Antalya (Old Town Tour)
What's Not Included
- Dinner
- Drinks at lunch
- Personal expenses
- Optional hot air balloon in Cappadocia
- Swimming at Cleopatra Antique Pool (ticketed separately)
8-Day Turkey Tour Package
Day 1 ─ Gallipoli Tour from Istanbul
06:00–07:00 ─ Pick-up from your hotel in Istanbul (Taksim or Sultanahmet areas).
You will be transferred in a non-smoking, air-conditioned vehicle to Eceabat.
11:30 ─ Arrival in Eceabat and lunch at a local restaurant.
Across the Battlefields of WWI Gallipoli
- Brighton Beach: Step onto the very shore where the Allied troops first landed on April 25, 1915.
- Beach Cemetery: This somber site is the resting place of many Australian soldiers.
- ANZAC Cove: A small inlet where the ANZAC troops made their fateful landing.
- Ariburnu Cemetery: Located at the northern end of ANZAC Cove, offering insight into the tragic cost of war.
- Lone Pine Memorial: Dedicated to Australian soldiers and a major battle site during the campaign.
- Johnston’s Jolly: Walk among the preserved trenches of both Turkish and ANZAC forces.
- Shrapnel Valley: One of the key strategic valleys in the battle where heavy fighting occurred.
- Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery: Honors the heroic resistance led by Atatürk’s command.
- The Nek: Known for the valiant but costly charge by the Australian Light Horse Regiment.
- Chunuk Bair: Site of a pivotal battle, remembered for the New Zealand forces’ bravery.
17:00 ─ Tour ends. Transfer to your hotel in Çanakkale for overnight stay.
Day 2 ─ Troy & Pergamon Tour ➝ Transfer to Kusadasi
08:30 ─ Hotel pick-up in Çanakkale.
Legends and Learning: Troy and Pergamon in One Day
- Troy Ancient City: Explore the ruins of the legendary city, including the replica Trojan Horse, sacrificial altars, and 3700-year-old city walls.
- Houses of Troy I: See the oldest layers of the ancient settlement dating back to 3000 BC.
- The Agora: Learn how ancient Trojans lived, traded, and gathered in the marketplace.
- Pergamon Acropolis: Visit the once-great city of science and healing with stops at the Library, Temple of Athena, and Altar of Zeus.
- Hellenistic Theater: Discover the steepest ancient theater in the world with views over the valley below.
17:30 ─ Depart for Kusadasi.
20:30 ─ Arrival and hotel check-in in Kusadasi.
Day 3 ─ Ephesus Tour
08:30 ─ Pick-up from your Kusadasi hotel.
Walking Through Marble Streets of Ephesus
- Ephesus Ancient City: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to temples, mosaics, baths, and ancient roads.
- Library of Celsius: Admire the striking facade of the ancient library that once held 12,000 scrolls.
- Great Amphitheatre: With a 25,000 seating capacity, this theater is still used for performances today.
- Temple of Hadrian: A beautifully preserved Roman temple built to honor Emperor Hadrian.
- House of Virgin Mary: Believed to be the final home of Mary, mother of Jesus — a sacred pilgrimage site.
- Temple of Artemis (outside visit): View the remains of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
17:00 ─ Transfer back to your hotel.
Day 4 ─ Pamukkale Tour ➝ Intercity Bus to Antalya
08:00 ─ Depart for Pamukkale after breakfast.
White Terraces & Ancient Healing Cities
- Pamukkale Travertines: Marvel at dazzling white calcium terraces formed over millennia by thermal springs.
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Discover Roman ruins including the Grand Theatre, Temple of Apollo, Necropolis, and bath complexes.
- Cleopatra Antique Pool: Swim among fallen Roman columns in this mineral-rich thermal pool. (Optional entry)
16:30 ─ Intercity bus to Antalya (approx. 3 hrs).
19:45 ─ Arrival and transfer to your Antalya hotel.
Day 5 ─ Free Day in Antalya
Enjoy your day at leisure. Relax at your hotel, walk the charming streets of Kaleici, or enjoy the beach. Optional activities available upon request.
Day 6 ─ Antalya Old City Tour
09:00–09:30 ─ Pick-up from your hotel for a full-day city exploration.
From Cascading Waterfalls to Ottoman Alleys
- Duden Waterfall: Take in the power and beauty of Antalya’s natural landmark with free time to explore.
- Karpuzkaldiran Waterfall: Where fresh water cascades directly into the sea — an unforgettable sight.
- Kaleici (Old Town): Wander through narrow cobbled streets filled with Ottoman mansions, ancient towers, and boutique shops.
- Boat Trip from the Old Harbor: Enjoy a scenic coastal cruise with panoramic views of cliffs, beaches, and the turquoise Mediterranean.
17:00 ─ Return transfer to your hotel.
Day 7 ─ Free Day ➝ Flight to Cappadocia
Relax at your hotel or explore on your own until your scheduled transfer.
12:00 ─ Hotel check-out and transfer to Antalya Airport.
You’ll fly to Cappadocia with the most suitable flight available (direct or connected via Istanbul).
Arrival at Cappadocia Airport. Our team will greet you and transfer you to your hotel.
Day 8 ─ Cappadocia Tour ➝ Flight to Istanbul
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.
09:30 ─ Hotel pick-up for the first day of Cappadocia exploration.
Chimneys, Valleys & Underground Secrets
- Devrent Valley: See surreal rock shapes, famously known as Imagination Valley for their animal-like formations.
- Pasabag (Monks Valley): Home to towering fairy chimneys and hermit caves carved into volcanic stone.
- Avanos Pottery Workshop: Join a local artisan in a hands-on pottery session by the Red River.
- Zelve Open Air Museum: Explore cave dwellings and ancient churches in this abandoned village carved into stone.
- Uchisar Castle (Goreme Panoramic View): Climb to the top of Cappadocia’s tallest point for views over valleys and villages.
17:00 ─ End of the tour. Transfer to the airport and flight to Istanbul.
Arrival: Meet our team at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Istanbul.
- Domestic flights include 15kg check-in + 8kg cabin baggage per person. Extra baggage can be added during online check-in.
- Antalya ➝ Cappadocia flight may be direct or via Istanbul depending on seasonal availability.
- All hotels offer breakfast; lunches included only on tour days.
- Optional hot air balloon experience can be added at the time of booking.
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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Balloon ride over fairy chimneys was worth entire trip cost. Magical experience floating above otherworldly landscape.
Excellent comprehensive exploration of Turkish heritage sites.
Aegean to Cappadocia journey showed incredible geographical diversity within single country. Coastline to desert landscapes.
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