7 Days Turkey Tour Package
Highlights: White Terraces of Pamukkale, Ephesus Ancient City, Goreme Open Air Museum, Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia, Kaymakli Underground City, Haiga Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome
Welcome to our 7-day Turkey tour package, where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes intertwine to offer an unforgettable travel experience. From the bustling streets of Istanbul to the ancient ruins of Ephesus and the natural marvels of Cappadocia, this tour promises a deep dive into Turkey’s rich heritage and its most iconic destinations.
7 Days Turkey Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival
Arrival to Istanbul. We will meet you at the airport and drive you to your hotel.
Day 2: Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour
We begin our journey with a pickup from your Istanbul hotel, followed by a flight to Denizli Cardak Airport. Upon arrival, we’ll head to Pamukkale to meet your tour guide. The day’s adventures include exploring the Hierapolis Ancient City, where you’ll pass through the Necropolis, Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, Latrina, Oil Factory, Frontinus Street, Agora, Byzantium Gate, Triton Fountain, Cathedral, Apollon Temple, Plutonium, and Theater. We will also make a stop at Cleopatra’s Pool, offering you a choice to swim amidst ancient ruins or simply relax. Then, we’ll take a stroll to the white terraces of Pamukkale, where you’ll have free time to explore these natural wonders. After enjoying a lunch break, our next stop is the Red Water in Karahayit Village, known for its colorful rock formations. The day concludes with a drive to Kusadasi, where you’ll spend the night.
Day 3: Ephesus Tour (Breakfast)
After breakfast and checking out of your hotel, we drive to Selcuk Town for the Ephesus Tour. Our explorations here include the Artemis Temple, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, and the well-preserved ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus. Here, you’ll see the Celsius Library, Agora, Theater, Odeon, Trajan Fountain, Domitianus Temple, and Roman Latrines. Following a lunch break in Selcuk, we’ll visit the House of Virgin Mary, believed to be her final resting place. The tour concludes with a drive to Denizli Airport, timed according to your flight schedule to Cappadocia. Upon arrival in Cappadocia, we’ll transfer you to your hotel, a unique cave hotel, where you’ll spend the night.
Day 4: North Cappadocia Tour – Red Tour (Breakfast)
(Optional Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride available before breakfast)
Post-breakfast, our day begins with a drive to Uchisar Castle for a panoramic view of Cappadocia. You’ll gain insights into the region’s history and geology. We’ll then visit the Goreme Open Air Museum, showcasing rock-carved churches with ancient frescoes. Later, we head to Avanos village to explore traditional pottery workshops. After lunch in Avanos, our journey takes us to Monks Valley, home to St. Simeon’s rock-carved monk cells and mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys. Our final stop is Devrent Valley, also known as Imagination Valley, to see its animal-shaped rock formations. The day ends with a drive back to your hotel in Cappadocia for an overnight stay.
Day 5: South Cappadocia Tour – Green Tour (Breakfast)
The day starts with an optional sunrise hot air balloon flight, requiring pre-booking. After breakfast, we visit the Goreme Panoramic Viewpoint, offering breathtaking views of Cappadocia. Next, we embark on a 4-km hike through Red/Rose Valley, passing local farms, fairy chimneys, and rock-cut churches. In Cavusin Village, we explore the Church of St. John the Baptist and then proceed to Love Valley, famous for its unique fairy chimneys. Post-lunch, we delve into the underground city of Kaymakli, followed by a visit to Pigeon Valley with its rock-carved pigeon houses. The tour concludes with a drive to the airport for your return flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, we’ll transfer you to your hotel in Istanbul.
Day 6: Classic Istanbul Tour (Breakfast)
Your day in Istanbul begins with a visit to the city’s historical marvels after breakfast. The tour includes Hagia Sophia, Sultanahmet Cami (Blue Mosque), the Ancient Hippodrome, and the Grand Covered Bazaar. A lunch break at a local restaurant is included. In the afternoon, we explore the grandeur of Topkapi Palace and the ancient Little Hagia Sophia Mosque. The day concludes with an overnight stay in your Istanbul hotel.
Day 7: Departure
Free morning in Istanbul. We will drive you to airport according to your flight schedule.
What’s Included?
- Transfers with air conditioned and non smoking vehicles
- Domestic flights
- Local taxes and service charges
- Hotel accommodations on the itinerary
- Professional English speaking guidance
- Entrance fees to the sites
What’s Not Included?
- Lunch and dinner
- Tips and personal expenses.
- Entrance fee for Cleopatra’s Pool in Pamukkale and Terrace Houses in Ephesus.