9 Days Turkey Tour Package: Aegean to Cappadocia
Travel through Turkey’s legendary past and natural beauty in one seamless route.
The 9 Days Turkey Tour Package: Aegean to Cappadocia connects Gallipoli’s war history, Troy’s myths, Ephesus and Pamukkale’s Roman legacy, Antalya’s coastal charm, and Cappadocia’s iconic fairy chimneys.
With expert guides, domestic flights, intercity buses, and comfortable hotels, you’ll explore the best of Türkiye without missing a beat.
- Ideal mix of coastal, historical, and inland destinations
- Includes 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Smooth logistics with included flights and intercity transfers
- Optional hot air balloon in Cappadocia
- Balanced pace: tours + free time
- Guided tours: Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya, Cappadocia Red and Yellow
- Domestic flights: Antalya ➝ Cappadocia, Cappadocia ➝ Istanbul
- Intercity bus: Pamukkale ➝ Antalya
- Hotel accommodation: 1 night Canakkale, 2 nights Kusadasi, 3 nights Antalya, 2 nights Cappadocia
- All airport and hotel transfers
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned
- Daily breakfasts
- Lunches on guided tour days
- Boat cruise in Antalya Old City Tour
- English-speaking licensed guides
- Dinner
- Drinks at lunch
- Optional hot air balloon ride
- Swimming at Cleopatra Antique Thermal Pool
- Personal expenses
9 Days Turkey Tour Package: Aegean History, Coastal Gems & Cappadocia Wonders
Day 1 ─ Gallipoli Tour from Istanbul
06:00–07:00 ─ Pick-up from your hotel in Istanbul (centrally located hotels).
Depart for Eceabat by air-conditioned vehicle.
11:30 ─ Arrival and lunch break before tour begins.
From Tragedy to Triumph: Gallipoli’s Echoes of War
- Brighton Beach: The ANZAC troops’ landing site, where WWI began its bloody chapter in Gallipoli.
- Beach Cemetery: Resting place of allied soldiers, especially Australians, with touching headstones.
- ANZAC Cove: Famous cove where the landing occurred; today, a place of quiet remembrance.
- Ariburnu & Lone Pine Memorial: Hear stories of the fiercest conflicts fought on this soil.
- Johnston’s Jolly & Shrapnel Valley: Walk among preserved trenches and discover the chaos of battle.
- Turkish Memorial & The Nek: Learn about the Turkish side of the war and Atatürk’s leadership.
- Chunuk Bair: Final and most strategic ridge of the campaign, held briefly by New Zealand forces.
17:00 ─ End of the tour. Hotel transfer and overnight in Canakkale.
Day 2 ─ Troy and Pergamon Tour ➝ Transfer to Kusadasi
08:30 ─ Hotel pick-up and depart for Troy.
Legends & Legacy: From the Trojan Horse to Hellenistic Glory
- Troy Ancient City: Visit the reconstructed wooden Trojan Horse and uncover the ruins of 9 ancient cities stacked in layers.
- 3700-Year-Old City Walls & Sacrificial Altars: Witness the defensive might and spiritual past of Troy.
- The Agora & Houses of Troy I: Explore early city life and residential architecture from 3000 BC.
- Pergamon Acropolis: Discover the ruins of temples, royal palaces, and the steepest ancient theater in the world.
17:30 ─ Drive to Kusadasi and check-in to your hotel.
Day 3 ─ Full-Day Ephesus Tour
08:30 ─ Pick-up from your Kusadasi hotel.
Walk Through Time in the Ruins of Ephesus
- Ephesus Ancient City: Walk its marble streets and imagine Roman life in one of the best-preserved classical cities.
- Library of Celsius & Great Amphitheatre: Architectural masterpieces that once held thousands of spectators and scrolls.
- Temple of Hadrian & The Agora: Examine sacred sites and commercial centers of the Roman era.
- House of Virgin Mary: Sacred pilgrimage site located on the hills near Ephesus.
- Temple of Artemis (outside): View the remnants of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
17:00 ─ Return transfer to your hotel.
Day 4 ─ Pamukkale Tour ➝ Intercity Bus to Antalya
08:00 ─ Depart for Pamukkale after breakfast.
Travertine Dreams and Ancient Rituals
- Pamukkale Travertines: The stunning white terraces, shaped by mineral-rich waters over thousands of years.
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Visit Roman ruins including the necropolis, Temple of Apollo, Grand Theater, and more.
- Cleopatra’s Pool: An optional thermal bath experience among fallen Roman columns. Entry ticket not included.
16:30 ─ Intercity bus to Antalya (approx. 3 hrs).
19:45 ─ Arrival at Antalya Bus Station, meet our team, and transfer to your hotel.
Day 5 ─ Free Day in Antalya
Enjoy a relaxed day at your hotel or explore Antalya on your own. Beach time, shopping, or optional excursions can be arranged upon request.
Day 6 ─ Full-Day Antalya Old City Tour
09:00–09:30 ─ Hotel pick-up for guided Antalya exploration.
Cliffs, Cobblestones & Coastal Breeze
- Duden Waterfall: Capture panoramic photos of this lush, cascading waterfall.
- Karpuzkaldiran Waterfall: Where fresh water dramatically falls into the sea — Antalya’s natural marvel.
- Kaleici (Old Town): Wander ancient Roman streets surrounded by city walls and Ottoman houses.
- Old Harbor Boat Trip: Enjoy a scenic coastal cruise with views of Antalya’s shoreline and cliffs.
17:00 ─ Return to your hotel.
Day 7 ─ Free Day ➝ Flight to Cappadocia
Enjoy your final moments in Antalya at leisure.
12:00 ─ Hotel check-out and transfer to Antalya Airport.
Fly to Cappadocia with the most available direct or connected flight.
Upon arrival, meet your transfer team and check into your Cappadocia hotel.
Day 8 ─ 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.
09:30 ─ Hotel pick-up to begin your guided Red Tour.
Stone Dreams and Wind-Sculpted Valleys
- Devrent Valley: See natural rock formations shaped like animals and mythical figures.
- Pasabag Valley: Visit the unique mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys and hermit caves.
- Avanos Pottery Workshop: Watch traditional pottery-making along the Red River.
- Zelve Open-Air Museum: A ghost village of churches and homes carved into volcanic rock.
- Uchisar Castle (Goreme View): Panoramic views over Goreme’s iconic valleys and chimney-studded terrain.
17:00 ─ Return to your hotel.
Day 9 ─ South Cappadocia Yellow Tour ➝ Flight to Istanbul
09:30 ─ Begin the Yellow Tour with hotel pick-up.
Subterranean Secrets and Valley Wonders
- Red Valley & Gulludere Valley: Hike among red-colored rock walls and hidden cave chapels.
- Cavusin Village: Visit this ancient Greek village known for its crumbling rock churches.
- Pigeon Valley: View thousands of hand-carved pigeon homes in the cliffs.
- Ozkonak Underground City: Explore this subterranean labyrinth built for ancient defense.
17:00 ─ Transfer to Cappadocia Airport.
Evening: Flight to Istanbul and transfer to your hotel in Istanbul.
- Domestic flights include 15kg check-in + 8kg cabin baggage. Extra baggage can be added during online check-in.
- Antalya ➝ Cappadocia flight may be direct or connected via Istanbul based on availability.
- Cleopatra’s Pool is an optional visit in Pamukkale; entry fee is not included.
- All airport and hotel transfers are included throughout the tour.
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.
Pottery workshop master taught me techniques his family perfected across five generations. Hands-on cultural learning.
Cave hotel breakfast on terrace became daily ritual I miss desperately back home. Simple pleasures.
Ephesus library facade was architectural masterpiece rivaling anything modern builders create today. Roman engineering prowess was remarkable.
Antalya old quarter shopping was fun finale after serious historical immersion. Carpets, spices, jewelry everywhere.
Geography textbooks never prepared me for Turkey's landscape variety. Mediterranean beaches to volcanic formations to limestone terraces all within same country borders.
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