
Turkish Delights History and Coastal Charms
Begin and end in Antalya on a 9 day Turkey adventure. You’ll wander the old quarter and Hadrian’s Gate, then visit Aspendos’ superb Roman theatre and the Temple of Apollo at Side. Cross the Taurus Mountains to Cappadocia – think underground cities, cave churches, panoramic Uchisar and the open air museum in Göreme. Explore the Ihlara Valley, a Seljuk caravanserai and Konya’s Mevlana Mausoleum – with an optional dervish ceremony. Continue via lakeside Eğirdir to Pamukkale’s white terraces and the grand ruins of Ephesus, then unwind in Kusadasi, Bodrum and Marmaris. A Dalyan river cruise reveals Lycian tombs and hot springs before returning to Antalya.
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Tour Overview
Duration
9 daysHotel Rating
4-5 star hotelsStarts
AntalyaEnds
AntalyaMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Turkey that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Country
TurkeyPassengers
$2,265.25
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65
Trip Type
Large Coach Tours
Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Large Coach ToursPlaces You'll See

Antalya

Aspendos

Side

Karaman

Nigde

Cappadocia

Ihlara

Konya

Egridir

Pamukkale

Ephesus

Kusadasi

Bodrum

Marmaris

Dalyan
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Antalya
Welcome to Antalya. On arrival, we’ll meet you and transfer you to your hotel – please check the information boards in the hotel reception for the exact meeting place and time. In the afternoon, we’ll take a short tour of this coastal city of more than a million inhabitants, visiting Hadrian’s Gate, the Ottoman district and the striking waterfall that flows directly into the sea. Dinner is included.
Please note: This tour may have travellers joining or departing at various points along the route, meaning group composition can change during the tour. Please also be aware that depending on group composition, guiding may be in additional languages as well as English.
Day 2 - Antalya - Aspendos - Side - Karaman - Nigde
We leave Antalya and travel to Aspendos to visit its Roman theatre – widely regarded as one of the best preserved in the world. We then continue to Side to see the seafront Temple of Apollo, and you can wander the port and lively streets at your own pace. The route carries us across the Taurus Mountains – peaks rise above 3,500 metres and remain snow‑covered for much of the year – before we pause in Karaman to view its fortress from the outside. We continue into the Cappadocia region, arriving in Nigde for an included dinner.
Day 3 - Nigde - Cappadocia
We spend a full day exploring Cappadocia – a remarkable region of moonlike valleys, rock-hewn churches and historic troglodyte settlements. We begin in Gumusler with its underground monastery from the 7th century, known for some of the finest Byzantine frescoes in Turkey. We then continue to Kaymacli to explore the vast underground city that once sheltered up to 30,000 people, before heading to Uchisar – a natural rock fortress with panoramic views over the valleys. After lunch, we visit the Göreme Valley and its open-air museum to see remarkable rock-cut churches – admission is included. We stay overnight in Avanos and dinner is included.
Day 4 - Cappadocia - Ihlara - Konya
At the far edge of Cappadocia, we explore the Ihlara Valley, known for its cool waters and rock–cut churches and villages. We visit a 13th–century caravanserai, then continue to Konya to tour the Mevlana Mausoleum (Rumi) and learn about the Dervish order. Dinner is included. In the evening, you can choose to attend a dervish dance performance at the cultural centre.
Day 5 - Konya - Egridir - Pamukkale
From Konya, we travel along a scenic lakes route to Egridir, a charming town beside a large lake known for its historic walls and mosques. You will have free time to find lunch. We then continue to Hierapolis–Pamukkale – tickets included – to see the Cotton Palace formed by mineral rich waters. Dinner is included.
Day 6 - Pamukkale - Ephesus - Kusadasi
From Pamukkale we travel to Ephesus, the best preserved ancient city in Asia Minor and once home to a quarter of a million people around 2,000 years ago. We visit the House of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of St John, and the remarkable ruins of Ephesus – admission included. We then continue to Kusadasi, a bustling coastal town known for its lively atmosphere, thriving shops, and small castle. Dinner is included.Note: From May to October, accommodation will be in Aydin instead of Kusadasi. In this case, after exploring Ephesus we stop in Kusadasi from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for a panoramic tour before continuing to Aydin.
Day 7 - Kusadasi - Bodrum - Marmaris
We depart early for Lake Bafa to take in the views before continuing to Bodrum, a fortified city of Greek origin. Here, you’ll have free time – you can visit the castle, stroll the lively streets or head to the marina. After lunch, we travel on to Marmaris, an attractive coastal town known for its castle, pier and fountains. Dinner will be included. Please note – on some departures, particularly in summer, we stay in nearby Mugla instead of Marmaris.
Day 8 - Marmaris - Dalyan - Antalya
We depart for Dalyan for a scenic boat trip along the river to view the Lycian Rock Tombs. We then continue by boat to a large lake, stopping at the thermal springs – you may choose to bathe in the warm waters or try a mud bath. Afterwards, we travel on to Antalya for a brief city tour, taking in Hadrian’s Gate, the Ottoman quarter and the waterfall that plunges directly into the sea.
Day 9 - Antalya
After breakfast, we conclude our journey in Antalya – thank you for travelling with us. We hope you leave with lasting memories of your time in Turkey.
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Extras and add-ons
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Pre and Post Tour Accommodation
Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.
Post-Tour Accommodation - Antalya

Pre-Tour Accommodation - Antalya

Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Confirmation of the hotels used may not be available until 48 hours before the tour departs.
If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.


Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Shared' prices are for solo travellers who are happy to share with another solo traveller of the same sex in a twin room - a single room will be provided at no additional cost if there are no suitable travellers to share with.
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