Turkey by Plane: Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya and Cappadocia
This 10-day Turkey tour links Istanbul, the Aegean coast, Antalya and Cappadocia by domestic flights, with road transfers between the main sightseeing points. It is designed for small groups and combines guided visits with time in the country’s best-known historical areas. In Istanbul, see the main landmarks of the old city and take a Bosphorus cruise. Continue to the Ephesus area for the House of Virgin Mary, Ancient Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis site. In Pamukkale, visit the travertine terraces and Hierapolis. Antalya adds a city day, with time in the historic centre and the surrounding coastal setting. The route finishes in Cappadocia, where rock-cut churches, valleys, village stops and panoramic viewpoints bring the region’s landscape into focus. Accommodation includes characteristic hotels, and some stages are based in cave-style stays. Meals listed in the program are served in hotels and local family-run restaurants. Entry tickets, domestic flights and some optional activities are not included.
Key details
10 days
9 nights
Route
Turkey
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Duration
10 days
Tour style
Small groups
Transport
By plane and road
Market
Global
Highlights
- Small-group touring
- Istanbul, the Aegean coast and Cappadocia in one route
- Guided visits to major ancient sites
- Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul
- Characteristic stays, including cave-style accommodation
Itinerary
- 1
Istanbul
Arrival in Istanbul
Arrive in Istanbul or SAW Airport, meet your driver and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Overnight in Istanbul.No meal - 2
Istanbul
Istanbul old city tour
Set out with your guide for a full-day visit to the old city. The route includes Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, the Turkish Islamic Arts Museum, the Grand Bazaar and a final stop in the historic centre. - 3
Kusadasi
Bosphorus cruise and flight to Izmir
After breakfast and check-out, visit the Spice Bazaar and take a Bosphorus cruise. Later, transfer to the airport for your flight to Izmir and continue to the hotel in the Kusadasi area.Breakfast
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- English-speaking tour guide
- Breakfast x 9
- Lunch x 6
- Airport transfers as listed in the program
- Domestic land transport by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
- Accommodation in the stated hotel categories
- Hotel and local restaurant meals as specified in the itinerary
What's not included
- Domestic flight tickets within Turkey
- Travel insurance
- Hot air balloon flight
- Entrance tickets to historical sites
- Beverages with meals
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed as included
Dates & availability
Updating availabilitySelect departure month and travellers.
Upcoming departures
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Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.