6 Days in Turkey Tour Itinerary: Istanbul, Antalya & Cappadocia

Experience a full-day walking tour of Istanbul, beginning with a hearty open buffet Turkish breakfast. Explore the city's captivating blend of history and contemporary life, making it a perennial draw for countless empires throughout its storied past. Our journey starts at Hippodrome Square, once the site of ancient Roman sporting events. We then proceed to the 17th-century Ottoman Mosque, famous for its six towering minarets that seem to touch the sky. Known as the Blue Mosque for its stunning blue İznik tiles, it stands in striking contrast just opposite the legendary monument of the Byzantine era, the exterior of St. Sophia Mosque and Museum (inner visit not included). After lunch at a traditional Turkish restaurant, we continue to Topkapi Palace ( closed on Tuesday )  before concluding our day with a leisurely stroll through the labyrinthine alleys of the Grand Bazaar (closed on Sunday). Rest and relax overnight in Istanbul.

• Breakfast & Lunch

Breakfast at the hotel. If you choose one of the beautiful boutique hotels in the centre of Antalya, you can easily explore the explore the Old Town (Kaleiçi), Hadrian’s Gate, and Antalya Museum at your own pace. Antalya is also where the azure waters of the Mediterranean meet the rugged cliffs of the Taurus Mountains. The enchanting Old Town of Kaleiçi, where Ottoman-era houses and ancient city walls offer a glimpse into Antalya's storied past. Discover the intricacies of Turkish art and history at the Antalya Museum, home to an impressive collection of artifacts spanning millennia. Relax amidst the natural beauty of Düden Waterfalls or embark on a boat journey to discover hidden coves and ancient ruins along the Turquoise Coast.

• Breakfast
• *Optional Guided Day Tours

Breakfast at the hotel. Today you can spend your day at leisure in one of the famous Antalya beaches or we can book additionally ”Tour of Perge Aspendos and Waterfalls” or ”Cable Car Tour” in Antalya. Overnight in Antalya Tour of Perge, Aspendos, and Waterfalls: Perge is an ancient city near Antalya known for its well-preserved Roman ruins, including a theater, stadium, and agora. Highlights include the Roman Baths, Hellenistic Gate, and the Temple of Artemis. Aspendos is famous for its well-preserved Roman theater, one of the best-preserved in the world, with impressive acoustics and seating for thousands. The theater hosts cultural events and performances today. Waterfalls: Likely referring to the Duden Waterfalls, a natural wonder near Antalya where the Duden River cascades over cliffs into the Mediterranean Sea. There are Upper and Lower Duden Waterfalls, each offering scenic viewpoints and natural beauty. Cable Car Tour: This tour typically involves a scenic cable car ride up to the summit of a nearby mountain, such as Tunektepe or Tahtali Mountain (also known as Mount Olympos). From the top, enjoy panoramic views of Antalya, the Mediterranean coastline, and the surrounding Taurus Mountains. Some cable car tours may include activities like hiking, picnicking, or visiting a restaurant with panoramic views. Overnight in Antalya

• Breakfast

Transfer to airport and flight to Cappadocia. Upon your arrival, our team will meet and greet then transfer to Goreme office. We will drop the luggages in our office as we can not check-in hotel before noon. Departure for the 1st day excursion at 10:00 with our guide in small group and visit Devrent Valley where you should let you mind run wild with a lot of different shapes that you need to liken to different creatures; Monks Valley where you can admire some of the most striking shaped and sculptured uniquely by nature, Avanos (Vanessa) by Red River and Pottery Workshop for enjoying demonstrations by a craftsman on a 3000 years traditional Hittite style kick wheel. Lunch will served in a local Turkish Restaurant. Our next stop will be legendary official Goreme Open Air Museum. We will finish the day by sipping our tea overlooking the fabulous panorama of Goreme from a hilltop. Return to our hotels. Evening free at your own pace and mingle with locals and other international tourists in Goreme and have your own dinner to savour some more delicious Turkish food. Overnight in Goreme

• Breakfast

To make the most of your stay, every morning bright and early hot air balloons of Cappadocia are flying over clouds. You can take part in an optional Hot Air Balloon Tour in Cappadocia that enables you to admire land forms and mushroom shaped chimneys of Cappadocia with stunning panorama of the Goreme, Uchisar, Avanos and surrounding area with bird’s eye view. We will stay more or less one hour in the air depending on the weather conditions. Return transfer will be around 07h30-08h00 back to our hotel depending on the seasonal time change of sunrise. You will have enough time to have a quick shower and breakfast. You can pack up your luggages and leave them in the reception. Departure from the hotel and start our day trip with a 3 km hiking in red valley. You would leave no stone unturned on this journey through Cappadocia. During this slow hiking you will have a chance to see many hidden cave dwellings and natural formations while ending up our trail in Cavusin Village where you can picture the oldest church in the region dedicated to St.John. Lunch in a local restaurant and continue paying a visit to underground city of Kaymakli which is considered as the architectural masterpieces of Hittite people dug in the ground almost 3000 years ago. These Groundscapers were the ideal residential areas to the contrary of today’s world skyscrapers. We will see their ventilation shafts, round stone doors for protection from enemy attacks, winery and much more. Return to our hotels, pickup our luggages and transfer to airport for your evening return flight to Istanbul. End of our services.

• Breakfast & Lunch
• *If you need additional night stay in Istanbul in a nearby hotel to airport, can be added to the package upon request.