14 days tour from Istanbul by bus, exploring Istanbul, Bursa, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya, and Cappadocia. An unforgettable travel experience!
14 Days Istanbul, Bursa, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya, and Cappadocia Tour Itinerary
- Day 1: Transfer from Airport to Hotel - Stay the Night in Istanbul
- Day 2: Istanbul Full-Day Byzantine and Ottoman Relics Tour - Stay the Night in Istanbul
- Day 3: Istanbul Half-Day Bosphorus Cruise Tour - Stay the Night in Istanbul
- Day 4: Istanbul Full-Day Princes' Islands Tour - Stay the Night in Istanbul
- Day 5: Bursa and Uludag Full-Day Tour - Stay the Night in Istanbul
- Day 6: Gallipoli Full-Day Tour - Stay the Night in Canakkale
- Day 7: Troy Half-Day Tour - Pergamon Acropolis Half-Day Tour - Stay the Night in Kusadasi or Selcuk
- Day 8: Ephesus Full-Day Tour - Stay the Night in Kusadasi or Selcuk
- Day 9: Pamukkale Full-Day Tour - Stay the Night in Antalya
- Day 10: Antalya Full-Day Perge, Aspendos, Side, and Manavgat Waterfall Tour - Stay the Night in Antalya
- Day 11: Free Time in Antalya - Depart from Antalya by Overnight Bus to Cappadocia
- Day 12: Cappadocia Full-Day North Tour - Stay the Night in Cappadocia
- Day 13: Cappadocia Full-Day South Tour - Return from Cappadocia and Fly to Istanbul - Stay the Night in Istanbul
- Day 14: Free Time in Istanbul - Transfer from Hotel to Airport
Visit Highlights
- Hagia Sophia: A historic building that served as both a church and a mosque.
- Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque): Famous for its blue tiles and stunning architecture.
- Hippodrome: An ancient Roman chariot racing arena, now a public square.
- Obelisk: A stone monument from the Roman period located in the Hippodrome.
- Grand Bazaar: One of the largest covered markets in the world with over 5000 shops.
- Topkapi Palace: The former palace of Ottoman sultans, now a museum.
- Bosphorus: The strait that separates Europe and Asia, offering beautiful views.
- Pierre Loti Hill: A hill with panoramic views of Istanbul, named after the French writer.
- Eyüp Sultan Mosque: A mosque and tomb of Eyüp Sultan, a revered Islamic figure.
- Buyukada: The largest of Istanbul's Princes' Islands, known for its charming streets and historic mansions.
- Kinaliada: A peaceful island with pine forests, beaches, and traditional Ottoman houses.
- Bursa City Center: Historical and cultural heart of Bursa.
- Uludag (Olympos Mountain): Popular ski resort and nature getaway.
- Green Mosque (Yesil Cami): 15th-century mosque with elegant green tiles.
- Green Mausoleum (Yesil Turbe): Tomb of Sultan Mehmed I, covered in green tiles.
- Silk Market (The Covered Bazaar): Ottoman-era bazaar famous for silk products.
- 600-Year-Old Pine Tree (Inkaya Tree): Ancient tree offering scenic views and tea gardens.
- Eceabat: The gateway town to the Gallipoli Peninsula, often used as a base for tours.
- Brighton Beach: A landing point for ANZAC troops during the Gallipoli Campaign.
- Beach Cemetery: A resting place for ANZAC soldiers, located near ANZAC Cove.
- ANZAC Cove: The main landing site of Australian and New Zealand forces in 1915.
- Ari Burnu: A nearby headland offering views over ANZAC Cove and commemorative sites.
- Lone Pine Cemetery: Site of the Battle of Lone Pine, with a memorial for fallen ANZAC troops.
- Johnston’s Jolly: A trench area showing the proximity between Turkish and ANZAC lines.
- Shrapnel Valley: A supply route and cemetery used during the Gallipoli campaign.
- Gallipoli Turkish Memorial: Honors the Turkish soldiers who fought during the Gallipoli War.
- The Nek and Walker’s Ridge: Key battle locations with dramatic terrain and tragic history.
- Chunuk Bair: One of the highest and most strategic points, captured by New Zealand forces.
- The Trojan Horse: A modern replica symbolizing the legendary wooden horse from the Trojan War.
- Sacrificial Altars: Ancient platforms used for ritual offerings to the gods.
- 3700-year-old city walls: Remnants of Troy’s fortified defenses, dating back thousands of years.
- Houses of Troy: Residential remains showing the daily life of ancient Trojans.
- The Bouleuterion: The council building where civic matters were discussed in ancient Troy.
- The Odeon: A small ancient theater used for music, poetry, and gatherings.
- Ruins of the cities from Troy I to IX: Layers of nine ancient cities built over centuries on the same site.
- The Acropolis: The ancient citadel of Pergamon, home to key temples and royal buildings.
- The Library: Once the second largest in the ancient world, after Alexandria.
- The Temple of Athena: Dedicated to the goddess of wisdom, standing at the heart of the Acropolis.
- The Temple of Trajan: A Roman temple built to honor Emperor Trajan.
- The Altar of Zeus: A monumental altar known for its detailed friezes, now in Berlin.
- The Gymnasium situated on terraces: A multi-level training and education complex for young men.
- The Lower Agora: The city's commercial and political center in ancient times.
- The Hellenistic Theater: One of the steepest ancient theaters, offering stunning views.
- The Temple of Dionysus: Dedicated to the god of wine and theatre, near the theater’s base.
- Temple of Artemis: One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- Ancient Ruins of Ephesus: Well-preserved Roman city with grand architecture.
- House of the Virgin Mary: Believed to be the final home of Mary, mother of Jesus.
- Hierapolis: Ancient spa city with Roman ruins and thermal springs.
- Travertine Terraces: Natural white calcium formations in Pamukkale.
- Cleopatra's Pool: Thermal pool with ancient columns, said to be used by Cleopatra.
- Perge: An ancient city with well-preserved Roman ruins, including a stadium and theater.
- Aspendos: Famous for its Roman theater, known for its excellent acoustics.
- Side: A coastal town with ancient ruins and a beautiful beach.
- Manavgat Waterfall: A scenic waterfall near Manavgat, known for its clear water and peaceful setting.
- Kizilcukur Valley: Known for its stunning red rock formations and scenic hiking trails.
- Cavusin Village: A historic village with ancient rock-cut dwellings and churches.
- Ancient Hospital Monastery: A fascinating cave monastery with historical significance.
- Underground City: A multi-level underground city once used for protection from invaders.
- Pigeon House: Unique rock formations where pigeons used to nest, with beautiful valley views.
- Devrent Valley: Known for its surreal landscape with animal-shaped rock formations.
- Monks Valley (Pasabag): Famous for its fairy chimneys and the hermit dwellings carved into them.
- Avanos: A charming town known for its pottery workshops and the Kizilirmak River.
- The Open Air Museum: A UNESCO World Heritage site with ancient cave churches and frescoes.
- Uchisar Castle: The highest point in Cappadocia, offering panoramic views of the region.
- Love Valley: Famous for its stunning landscape and unique fairy chimney formations.
What's Included
- Transfers: Between airports and hotels.
- Accommodation: 6 Nights in Istanbul, 1 Night Canakkale, 2 Nights in Kusadasi or Selcuk, 2 Nights in Antalya, and 1 Night in Cappadocia.
- Flight Ticket: Cappadocia to Istanbul.
- Bus Ticket: Antalya to Cappadocia.
- In the Istanbul Full-Day Byzantine and Ottoman Relics Tour: Transportation and guidance.
- In the Istanbul Half-Day Bosphorus Cruise Tour: Transportation, guidance, and entry fees.
- In the Istanbul Full-Day Princes' Islands Tour: Transportation, guidance, lunch, and boat ticket.
- In the Bursa and Uludag Full-Day Tour: Transportation, guidance, lunch, and entry fees.
- In the Gallipoli Full-Day Tour: Transportation, guidance, lunch, and entry fees.
- In the Troy Half-Day Tour: Transportation, guidance, and entry fees.
- In the Pergamon Acropolis Half-Day Tour: Transportation, guidance, lunch, and entry fees.
- In the Ephesus Full-Day Tour: Transportation, guidance, lunch, and entry fees.
- In the Pamukkale Full-Day Tour: Transportation, guidance, lunch, and entry fees.
- In the Antalya Full-Day Perge, Aspendos, Side, and Manavgat Waterfall Tour: Transportation, guidance, lunch, and entry fees.
- In the Cappadocia Full-Day North Tour: Transportation, guidance, lunch, and entry fees.
- In the Cappadocia Full-Day South Tour: Transportation, guidance, lunch, and entry fees.
What's Not Included
- In the Istanbul Full-Day Byzantine and Ottoman Relics Tour: Lunch and entry fees.
- In the Istanbul Full-Day Princes' Islands Tour: Drinks with lunch, beach entrance, and electric vehicles or bicycles.
- In the Bursa and Uludag Full-Day Tour: Ski equipment (available for rent during the winter season), ATV safari, chair lift, drinks with lunch, and cable car.
- In the Gallipoli Full-Day Tour: Drinks with lunch.
- In the Pergamon Acropolis Half-Day Tour: Drinks with lunch.
- In the Ephesus Full-Day Tour: Drinks with lunch.
- In the Pamukkale Full-Day Tour: Cleopatra's Pool entry fee and drinks with lunch.
- In the Antalya Full-Day Perge, Aspendos, Side, and Manavgat Waterfall Tour: Drinks with lunch.
- In the Cappadocia Full-Day North Tour: Drinks with lunch.
- In the Cappadocia Full-Day South Tour: Drinks with lunch.
- International Flight Tickets: Flights from other countries to Turkey.
- Visa for Turkey: If a visa is required for entry into Turkey, you are responsible for obtaining it.
- Personal Travel Insurance: We recommend travel insurance for cancellations, medical emergencies, and lost luggage.
- Personal Expenses: Extra meals and optional activities.
14 Days Istanbul, Bursa, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya, and Cappadocia Tour Daily Program
Day 1: Transfer from Airport to Hotel - Stay the Night in Istanbul
- Transfer from Sabiha Gokcen Airport or Istanbul Airport to your Istanbul hotel.
Day 2: Istanbul Full-Day Byzantine and Ottoman Relics Tour - Stay the Night in Istanbul
- Transportation from your Istanbul hotel and begin the Istanbul Full-Day Byzantine and Ottoman Relics Tour.
- Visit highlights: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque), Hippodrome, Obelisk, Grand Bazaar, and Topkapi Palace.
- Lunch served during the Istanbul Byzantine and Ottoman Relics Tour.
- Transportation to your Istanbul hotel upon completion of the tour.
Day 3: Istanbul Half-Day Bosphorus Cruise Tour - Stay the Night in Istanbul
- Transportation from your Istanbul hotel and begin the Istanbul Half-Day Bosphorus Cruise Tour.
- Visit highlights: Bosphorus (panoramic views of Dolmabahce Palace, Rumeli Fortress, and the Maiden’s Tower), Pierre Loti Hill (panoramic view of the Golden Horn), cable car ride and descent, and Eyüp Sultan Mosque.
- Transportation to your Istanbul hotel upon completion of the tour.
Day 4: Istanbul Full-Day Princes' Islands Tour - Stay the Night in Istanbul
- Transportation from your Istanbul hotel and begin the Istanbul Full-Day Princes' Islands Tour.
- Visit highlights: Buyukada and Kinaliada.
- Lunch served during the Istanbul Princes' Islands Tour.
- Transportation to your Istanbul hotel upon completion of the tour.
Day 5: Bursa and Uludag Full-Day Tour - Stay the Night in Istanbul
- Transportation from your Istanbul hotel and begin the Bursa and Uludag Full-Day Tour.
- Visit highlights: Bursa City Center, Uludag (Olympos Mountain), Green Mosque (Yesil Cami), Green Mausoleum (Yesil Turbe), Silk Market (The Covered Bazaar), and 600-Year-Old Pine Tree (Inkaya Tree).
- Lunch served during the Bursa and Uludag Tour.
- Transportation to your Istanbul hotel upon completion of the tour.
Day 6: Gallipoli Full-Day Tour - Stay the Night in Canakkale
- Transportation from your Istanbul hotel and begin the Gallipoli Full-Day Tour.
- Visit highlights: Eceabat, Brighton Beach, Beach Cemetery, ANZAC Cove, Ari Burnu, Lone Pine Cemetery, Johnston’s Jolly, Shrapnel Valley, Turkish Memorial, The Nek and Walker’s Ridge, and Chunuk Bair.
- Lunch served during the Gallipoli Tour.
- Transportation to your Canakkale hotel upon completion of the tour.
Day 7: Troy Half-Day Tour - Pergamon Acropolis Half-Day Tour - Stay the Night in Kusadasi or Selcuk
- Transportation from your Canakkale hotel and begin the Troy Half-Day Tour.
- Visit highlights: The Trojan Horse, Sacrificial Altars, 3700-year-old city walls, Houses of Troy, the Bouleuterion, the Odeon, and Ruins of the cities from Troy I to IX.
- Begin the Pergamon Acropolis Half-Day Tour after completing the Troy Half-Day Tour.
- Visit highlights: The Acropolis, the Library, the Temple of Athena, the Temple of Trajan, the Altar of Zeus, the Gymnasium situated on terraces, the Lower Agora, the Hellenistic Theater, and the Temple of Dionysus.
- Lunch served during the Pergamon Acropolis Tour.
- Transportation to your Kusadasi or Selcuk hotel upon completion of the tour.
Day 8: Ephesus Full-Day Tour - Stay the Night in Kusadasi or Selcuk
- Transportation from your Kusadasi or Selcuk hotel and begin the Ephesus Full-Day Tour.
- Visit highlights: Temple of Artemis, Ancient Ruins of Ephesus, and House of the Virgin Mary.
- Lunch served during the Ephesus Tour.
- Transportation to your Kusadasi or Selcuk hotel upon completion of the tour.
Day 9: Pamukkale Full-Day Tour - Stay the Night in Antalya
- Transportation from your Kusadasi or Selcuk hotel to Pamukkale and begin the Pamukkale Full-Day Tour.
- Visit highlights: Hierapolis and the travertine terraces.
- Lunch served during the Pamukkale Tour.
- Transportation to your Antalya hotel upon completion of the tour.
Day 10: Antalya Full-Day Perge, Aspendos, Side, and Manavgat Waterfall Tour - Stay the Night in Antalya
- Transportation from your Antalya hotel and begin the Antalya Full-Day Perge, Aspendos, Side, and Manavgat Waterfall Tour.
- Visit highlights: Perge, Aspendos, Side, and Manavgat Waterfall.
- Lunch served during the Antalya Perge, Aspendos, Side, and Manavgat Waterfall Tour.
- Transportation to your Antalya hotel upon completion of the tour.
Day 11: Free Time in Antalya - Depart from Antalya by Overnight Bus to Cappadocia
- Free Time in Antalya.
- Transfer from your Antalya hotel to the Antalya bus station, followed by an overnight bus journey from Antalya to Cappadocia.
- Transfer to your Cappadocia cave hotel from Cappadocia bus station.
Day 12: Cappadocia Full-Day North Tour - Stay the Night in Cappadocia
- Transportation from your Cappadocia cave hotel and begin the Cappadocia Full-Day North Tour.
- Visit highlights: Devrent Valley, Monks Valley (Pasabag), Avanos, The Open Air Museum, Uchisar Castle, and Love Valley.
- Lunch served during the Cappadocia North Tour.
- Transportation to your Cappadocia cave hotel upon completion of the tour.
Day 13: Cappadocia Full-Day South Tour - Return from Cappadocia and Fly to Istanbul - Stay the Night in Istanbul
Extra activities you can experience at the start of the day.
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Tour: Fly high and see amazing views from the sky!
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Watching Tour: Watch the colorful balloons float above and enjoy the view!
Following the tour options, the rest of the day will unfold as follows.
- Transportation from your Cappadocia cave hotel and begin the Cappadocia Full-Day South Tour.
- Visit highlights: Kizilcukur, Cavusin, Hospital Monastery, Underground City, and Pigeon House.
- Lunch served during the Cappadocia South Tour.
- Transportation to Kayseri Airport or Nevsehir Airport, followed by your flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul upon completion of the tour.
- Transfer to your Istanbul hotel from Sabiha Gokcen Airport or Istanbul Airport.
Day 14: Free Time in Istanbul - Transfer from Hotel to Airport
- Free Time in Istanbul.
- Transfer to Sabiha Gokcen Airport or Istanbul Airport from your Istanbul hotel.
Important Information
- Topkapi Palace: Closed on Tuesdays.
- Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia Entry Tickets: You can obtain fast-track entry tickets from us (extra cost).
- Harem Section of Topkapi Palace: Entrance to Harem Section is optional (extra cost).
- Grand Bazaar: Closed on Sundays.
- Beach Entrance and Electric Vehicles or Bicycles: Beach entrance for swimming in summer and electric vehicles or bicycles available on the Princes' Islands (extra cost).
- Cleopatra's Pool: Entrance to Cleopatra's Pool is optional (extra cost).
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Tour: You can join a hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia upon request (extra cost). Please inform us in advance.
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Watching Tour: You can join a hot air balloon watching experience in Cappadocia upon request (extra cost). Please inform us in advance.
- Language: The tour package is conducted in English.
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