
Turkish Wonders From Antalya to Istanbul
Kick off in Antalya and wrap up in Istanbul on a tour lasting 10 days that blends ancient wonders with striking landscapes. You’ll explore Antalya’s old quarter and Hadrian’s Gate, then visit Aspendos and Side before crossing the Taurus Mountains. Expect Cappadocia’s cave churches, an underground city and Uchisar – plus the serene Ihlara Valley and a Seljuk caravanserai. In Konya you’ll visit the Mevlana Mausoleum, then continue to lakeside Egridir and the gleaming terraces of Pamukkale with Hierapolis. You’ll discover Ephesus and lively Kusadasi, see modern Izmir and historic Bursa, and finish with Istanbul’s Topkapi, grand mosques and a Bosphorus cruise.
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Tour Overview
Duration
10 daysHotel Rating
4-5 star hotelsStarts
AntalyaEnds
IstanbulMinimum 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
£1,309.00
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

Izmir

Bursa

Istanbul
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Antalya
Welcome to Antalya, Turkey. On arrival, we’ll meet you for your transfer to the hotel. Please check the notice boards in the hotel reception – they display the meeting place and time with your guide.In the afternoon, we’ll take a brief tour of this Mediterranean city of more than a million residents, visiting Hadrian’s Gate, the Ottoman‑era quarter and the waterfall that pours straight 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 – considered one of the best preserved in the world. We then continue to Side to admire the Temple of Apollo by the sea, and you’ll have time to wander the bustling port and lively streets.Our route then crosses the Taurus Mountains – whose peaks rise above 3,500 metres and are snow covered for much of the year. We pause in Karaman to view its fortress from the outside before continuing into the Cappadocia region. Dinner is included in Nigde.
Day 3 - Nigde - Cappadocia
We spend the day exploring Cappadocia’s otherworldly landscapes, rock cut churches and troglodyte villages. We begin at Gumusler to visit its 7th century underground monastery, noted for some of Turkey’s finest Byzantine frescoes. In Kaymacli, we delve into the underground city that once housed up to 30,000 people. We then continue to Uchisar – a natural rock fortress with sweeping views. After lunch, we head to the Göreme Valley to visit the open air museum and its cave churches – entry is included. We stay overnight in Avanos and dinner is included.
Day 4 - Cappadocia - Ihlara - Konya
We travel to the far edge of Cappadocia to visit the Ihlara Valley, known for its cool waters and rock cut churches and villages. We then stop at a thirteenth century caravanserai before continuing to Konya to visit the Mevlana Mausoleum – the resting place of 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 route between the lakes to reach Egridir, a lakeside town noted for its historic walls and mosques. You’ll have time here to choose a place for lunch. We then continue to Hierapolis–Pamukkale to see the Cotton Palace created by mineral rich waters – tickets included. Dinner is included.
Day 6 - Pamukkale - Ephesus - Kusadasi
We travel from Pamukkale to Ephesus, one of the best preserved ancient cities in Asia Minor and home to around a quarter of a million people 2,000 years ago. We visit the House of the Virgin Mary and the Basilica of St John, and explore the Ephesus archaeological site – entry included. We then continue to Kusadasi, a busy coastal town known for its lively atmosphere, thriving shops and small castle – dinner included.From May to October, accommodation is in Aydin instead of Kusadasi. In this case, after exploring Ephesus we stop in Kusadasi from about 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm for a panoramic tour before continuing to Aydin.
Day 7 - Kusadasi - Izmir - Bursa - Istanbul
Leaving Kusadasi, we travel to Izmir, Turkey’s third-largest city, for a short guided tour of this modern, westernised metropolis. We then head inland, pausing for lunch en route, before arriving in Bursa, the country’s fourth-largest city. Here we’ll take in the UNESCO-listed historic centre – traditional commercial quarters, mosques, religious schools, public baths and the celebrated Green Mosque. By the end of the day we continue to Istanbul.
Day 8 - Istanbul
Today we take a guided tour of Istanbul. We enter the Süleymaniye Mosque – the largest in the city – and continue past the ancient walls, the Golden Horn and the bustling fishing district. We stop to admire the exterior of Hagia Sophia. Tickets are included for our visit to Topkapi Palace – once the administrative heart of the Ottoman Empire – with time to explore its courtyards and pavilions. In the afternoon, you have free time to discover this city that spans two continents. Towards evening, we provide a transfer to Taksim, the city’s most vibrant commercial district, where you can choose a restaurant for dinner and see the charming old tram that runs through the area. You may also visit the nearby Galata Tower.
Day 9 - Istanbul
Today we’ll cruise the Bosphorus for around two hours – tickets included – aboard a private boat reserved for our group. This strait links the Black Sea with the Sea of Marmara and divides Istanbul between its European and Asian sides. We’ll pass beneath the two bridges that connect the continents, take in the activity on the water, and admire the Sultan’s palaces, traditional wooden houses and Ottoman architecture along the shore. Afterwards, we’ll return to central Istanbul and you’ll have free time.
Day 10 - Istanbul
After breakfast, we conclude our journey in Istanbul – we hope you leave with lasting memories.
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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.
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Post-Tour Accommodation - Istanbul

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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