Trip overview
Explore Türkiye from Istanbul to Ankara in eight days. The route connects Istanbul’s historic peninsula with Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Konya and Cappadocia, combining archaeological heritage, city visits and distinctive landscapes.
Trip highlights
- Istanbul’s historic peninsula and imperial monuments
- Troy and the ancient city of Ephesus
- Pamukkale terraces and Hierapolis
- Cappadocia and Anıtkabir in Ankara
Detailed itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival in Istanbul
Arrive at Istanbul Airport, transfer to your 5-star hotel, and enjoy free time for leisure or optional orientation activities.
Day 2 — Istanbul Old City
Visit the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapı Palace, with time for the Grand Bazaar. The final sequence follows opening and visiting hours.
Day 3 — Çanakkale, Troy & Ayvalık
Travel towards Çanakkale, visit the archaeological site of Troy and continue to coastal Ayvalık.
Day 4 — Ephesus & Pamukkale
Explore Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus and Great Theatre, before continuing to Pamukkale. Any thermal-pool visit is subject to availability and the confirmed programme.
Day 5 — Hierapolis, Pamukkale & Konya
Visit Hierapolis and the designated Pamukkale terrace areas, then travel to Konya. The Mevlana Museum visit is scheduled around arrival time and opening hours.
Day 6 — Konya to Cappadocia
Travel from Konya to Cappadocia. The programme can include Göreme Open Air Museum, Kaymaklı Underground City and selected valley viewpoints, with the final sequence based on available time.
Day 7: Cappadocia to Ankara
Drive to Turkey's capital, Ankara, and visit Anitkabir (Ataturk Mausoleum), the founder of the modern Turkish Republic.
Day 8 — Departure from Ankara
Transfer to Ankara Airport for your departure. An onward journey to Istanbul can be arranged separately if required.
Inclusions
- 5-star accommodation as specified in the proposal
- Daily breakfast and selected dinners
- Air-conditioned transportation and listed transfers
- Professional English-speaking licensed guide
- Entrance fees explicitly listed in the confirmed proposal
Exclusions
- International and domestic flights
- Lunches, drinks and personal expenses unless listed
- Optional activities, including balloon flights
- Guide and driver gratuities
This is a proposed itinerary. The final route, accommodation, visiting times and inclusions are set out in your written proposal.
