Itinerary
- Day 1
Istanbul
You'll land at Istanbul Airport and get transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to spend however you like. Some people grab lunch and walk around the neighborhoods, while others prefer to rest after traveling.
- Start point
- Istanbul, Türkiye (Istanbul Airport Gate 14, 00:05 - 23:55)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Recital Hotel Old City )
- Day 2
Istanbul to Bursa
An early morning drive takes you to Bursa, which was the first Ottoman capital. You'll see the Grand Mosque with its detailed calligraphy work, then head to Tophane District to check out the Tombs of Osman and Orhan Gazi. After that, try some authentic Turkish Delight before visiting the Green Mosque and Tomb, which shows off early Ottoman design really well.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (VELMORE HOTEL )
Included Activities
- Visit Bursa Grand Mosque (Ulu Cami)
- Explore Tophane District including the Tombs of Osman and Orhan Gazi
- Stop at a Turkish Delight store to sample authentic flavors
- Visit Green Mosque and Tomb (Yesil Camii ve Turbe)
Landmarks Bursa Grand Mosque (Ulu Cami) Tomb of Osman Tomb of Orhan Gazi Green Mosque and Tomb (Yesil Camii ve Turbe) 
- Day 3
Bursa to Kusadasi
The morning brings a drive to Kusadasi. From there you'll head to Sirince Village, a hillside town known for its fruit wines and old Turkish houses. There's free time to wander the shops and sit at local cafes if you want to soak in the atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Efe butik hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Sirince Village
- Free time to explore local shops and cafes in Sirince
Landmarks Sirince Village 
- Day 4
Kusadasi to Ephesus
This is a full day exploring Ephesus, one of the best-kept ancient cities around. You'll see the House of the Virgin Mary and walk through the Temple of Artemis ruins. There's a leather store fashion show to watch, and lunch happens at a weaving center where you can learn how traditional Turkish carpets get made.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Efe butik hotel)
Included Activities
- Full-day tour of Ephesus
- Visit the House of the Virgin Mary
- Explore the ruins of the Temple of Artemis
- Attend a leather store fashion show
- Lunch at a weaving center with learning about traditional Turkish carpet-making
Landmarks Ephesus House of the Virgin Mary Temple of Artemis - Day 5
Kusadasi to Pamukkale
Morning drive gets you to Pamukkale and its hot springs with white travertine terraces. You'll also visit Hierapolis Ancient City to see the theater and necropolis, both really well preserved from the ancient period.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Tripolis hotel )
Included Activities
- Explore the Pamukkale Hot Springs
- Visit Hierapolis Ancient City including its theater and necropolis
Landmarks Pamukkale Hot Springs Hierapolis Ancient City 
- Day 6
Pamukkale to Cappadocia
If weather cooperates, there's an optional hot air balloon ride over Pamukkale early in the morning. Later you'll visit a textile factory to see high-quality Turkish cotton goods, then drive toward Cappadocia. Along the way, you'll stop in Konya to see the Mausoleum of Mevlana, an important spiritual site for Sufism.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (abras cave hotel )
Included Activities
- Visit a textile factory
- Tour the Mausoleum of Mevlana
Optional Activities
- Early morning hot air balloon ride over Pamukkale (weather permitting)
Landmarks Mausoleum of Mevlana 
- Day 7
Cappadocia
Weather permitting, an early morning hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia's fairy chimneys is available. The day includes exploring Goreme Open Air Museum with its rock-cut churches (it's a UNESCO site), climbing Uchisar Castle for views, and walking through Pigeon Valley, Devrent Valley, and Pasabag Valley. You'll also go down into Ozkonak Underground City to see how people lived below ground.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (abras cave hotel )
Included Activities
- Explore the Goreme Open Air Museum
- Visit Uchisar Castle
- Discover Pigeon Valley, Devrent Valley, and Pasabag Valley
- Tour the Ozkonak Underground City
Optional Activities
- Early morning hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia's fairy chimneys
Landmarks Goreme Open Air Museum Uchisar Castle Pigeon Valley Devrent Valley Pasabag Valley Ozkonak Underground City 
- Day 8
Cappadocia to Ankara
You'll drive to Ankara, Turkey's capital. The Mausoleum of Ataturk honors the founder of modern Turkey, and it's definitely worth the time. Salt Lake is a quick stop, then you can spend time at the Anatolian Civilizations Museum looking at artifacts from different periods. Finishing up, Ankara Castle gives you historical context and nice city views from above.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (NEWPARK HOTEL )
Included Activities
- Visit the Mausoleum of Ataturk
- Stop in Salt Lake
- Explore the Anatolian Civilizations Museum
- Stroll through Ankara Castle
Landmarks Mausoleum of Ataturk Salt Lake Anatolian Civilizations Museum Ankara Castle 
- Day 9
Ankara to Istanbul
The drive back to Istanbul takes up the day. Once you arrive, the evening and rest of the day are free. You can relax at your hotel or head out to explore neighborhoods you might have missed earlier.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Recital Hotel Old City )
- Day 10
Istanbul
A full walking tour covers Istanbul's main sites. Hagia Sophia is a must-see (it's been a basilica, mosque, and museum). You'll walk through Topkapi Palace with its fancy architecture, see the Blue Mosque famous for its blue tile work, check out the Hippodrome with its ancient chariot racing history, and navigate the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's largest covered markets.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Recital Hotel Old City )
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Hagia Sophia
- Visit Topkapi Palace
- Visit Blue Mosque
- Visit Hippodrome
- Explore Grand Bazaar
Landmarks Hagia Sophia Topkapi Palace Blue Mosque Hippodrome Grand Bazaar - Day 11
Istanbul
The day starts at Spice Market where the air is filled with aromas from different spices, teas, and local foods. Later, you'll take a scenic cruise on the Bosphorus with views of Istanbul's waterfront and the mansions along the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Recital Hotel Old City )
Included Activities
- Visit the Spice Market
- Enjoy a scenic Bosphorus Cruise
Landmarks Spice Market Bosphorus - Day 12
Istanbul
Depending on when your flight leaves, you can fit in some last shopping or see any sights you missed. After that, a private transfer takes you to Istanbul Airport for your flight home.
- End point
- Istanbul, Türkiye (Istanbul airport departure terminal , 00:05 - 23:55)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Last-minute shopping
- Last-minute sightseeing
