Arrive at Istanbul Airport and transfer to your hotel in the city center. After checking in, spend the afternoon exploring the Sultanahmet area, including the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a traditional Turkish restaurant and overnight in Istanbul.
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel. Embark on a full-day tour of Istanbul, visiting the Topkapi Palace and its harem section. Enjoy lunch at a local café, then visit the Basilica Cistern and the Grand Bazaar. In the evening, take a Bosphorus cruise to see Istanbul’s skyline illuminated at night. Dinner and overnight in Istanbul.
Travel to Cappadocia by flight. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and start exploring the unique landscapes of the region. Visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum and the fairy chimneys of Pasabag. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and take a sunset view from Uchisar Castle. Dinner and overnight in Cappadocia.
Begin your day with an early morning hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s surreal landscape (optional). After breakfast, visit the underground cities of Derinkuyu or Kaymakli. Explore the rock-cut churches and valleys, including Love Valley and Devrent Valley. Have lunch at a local eatery and enjoy dinner and overnight in Cappadocia.
Travel to Konya by road or flight. Check in to your hotel and explore Konya’s highlights, including the Mevlana Museum, dedicated to the poet Rumi. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and visit the Alaeddin Hill and the Karatay Medrese. Dinner and overnight in Konya.
Travel to Pamukkale by road. Check in to your hotel and spend the afternoon exploring the stunning white travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis. Enjoy a swim in the thermal pools and visit the ancient ruins. Dinner and overnight in Pamukkale.
Travel to Ephesus by road. Check in to your hotel and start exploring the ancient city of Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, and the Temple of Artemis. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and visit the nearby House of the Virgin Mary. Dinner and overnight in Selçuk or Kuşadası.
Travel to Izmir, Turkey’s third-largest city. Explore the historical sites of Izmir, including the Agora and the Kemeralti Bazaar. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and visit the scenic waterfront area of Konak Square. Dinner and overnight in Izmir.
Travel back to Istanbul by flight. After arriving and checking in to your hotel, spend the afternoon visiting the Spice Bazaar and the Istanbul Modern Art Museum. Enjoy lunch at a local café and have free time for shopping or relaxing. Dinner at a traditional restaurant and overnight in Istanbul.
Take a day trip to the Princes’ Islands. Enjoy a ferry ride to Büyükada, the largest island, where you can explore by bike or horse-drawn carriage. Have lunch at a seaside restaurant and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere. Return to Istanbul in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Enjoy a free day to explore Istanbul at your own pace. You may visit additional sites such as Dolmabahçe Palace, the Chora Church, or explore the trendy neighborhoods of Istanbul. Have lunch at a local spot and enjoy a farewell dinner with a view of the Bosphorus. Overnight in Istanbul.
After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Airport for your departure flight. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some free time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing before heading to the airport.