7-Day Turkey Tour from Kusadasi: Istanbul, Pamukkale, Ankara, Cappadocia and Ephesus

See Turkey’s historical and cultural highlights on this incredible 7-day tour from Kusadasi to Istanbul. With either of Istanbul's two major airports, departure transfer plus six nights’ accommodation included, this tour enables you to see the best of the country with ease. Discover ancient cities like Ephesus and tour UNESCO-listed archeological sites such as Pamukkale. Travel along Turkey’s old Silk Road and fall in love with bewildering yet beautiful Cappadocia. Enjoy an introduction to Ankara and then finish your tour in Istanbul – Turkey’s cultural capital.

Itinerary

Day 1: Kusadasi

Pass By: Kuşadası Port Türkiye, Camikebir, Feribot Limanı, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye
Welcome to Kusadasi! Check into your hotel at your leisure and the rest of the day you are free to explore this harbour side resort town. Tonight you meet your tour guide and fellow travelling companions.

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Accommodation included: Overnight at Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel, a boutique hotel in Kusadasi

Day 2: Ephesus, Kusadasi

Stop At: Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before continuing to the former Greek village of Sirince, famous for its fruit wines. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and at the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value.
Duration: 7 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight at Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel, a boutique hotel in Kusadasi

Day 3: Pamukkale, Hierapolis

Stop At: Pamukkale Thermal Pools, Pamukkale Turkiye
This morning we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
Duration: 7 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight at Adem Pira Hotel in Pamukkale

Day 4: Silk Road, Konya

Stop At: Mevlana Muzesi, Mevlana Cd. No:1, Konya 42030 Turkiye
Today we travel the ancient Silk Road visiting Sultanhani Caravansary and the Mevlana museum in Konya along the way. Tonight, don't miss the optional traditional Turkish folklore evening!
Duration: 10 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight at Gamirasu Boutique hotel in Cappadocia

Day 5: Cappadocia, Goreme, Underground City

Stop At: Goreme National Park, Goreme 50180 Turkiye
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia today as we visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, and explore the many levels of an underground city.
Duration: 6 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight at Gamirasu Boutique hotel in Cappadocia

Day 6: Ankara

Stop At: Anitkabir Command Anittepe, Ankara 06570 Turkiye
Early morning departure to the nation's capital, Ankara where we visit Anitkabir, mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, before returning to Istanbul.
Duration: 9 hours

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Accommodation included: Overnight at Nidya Galataport Hotel or similar

Day 7: Istanbul

Pass By: Istanbul Airport, Tayakadın, Terminal Caddesi No:1, 34283 Arnavutköy/İstanbul, Türkiye
After breakfast our tour concludes and we say goodbye to our new friends and are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

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No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"According to availability at time of booking, accommodation will be in one of the mentioned hotels"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 9 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability"



Start Time: 07:00 AM
Duration: 7 Days
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Please specify your Kusadasi hotel details when booking. You must reconfirm your details at least 24 hours before departure (contact info will be provided on your booking voucher).

Ports

• Kuşadası Halk Eğitim Merkezi, Camikebir, Bozkurt Sk. No:7, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye

Cancellations and refunds: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Included

• Airport transfers
• Hotel pick up and drop-off
• Professional tour guide for the duration of the tour
• Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
• Entrance fees
• 6 nights accommodation
• 6x Breakfast
• 5x Dinner
• Accommodation included: 6 nights
• Entry/Admission - Pamukkale Thermal Pools
• Entry/Admission - Anitkabir
• Entry/Admission - Goreme National Park
• Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Ephesus
• Entry/Admission - Mevlana Muzesi

Not Included

• Suggested optional activities
• Tips - driver and guide
• Compulsory Travel Insurance

Facilities