11 Day Sightseeing Tour Turkey
|11 Days, 8 Destinations |Starts from İstanbul
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Duration

11 days

Max Group Size

30

Departure Type

Guaranteed

Guiding Method

Fully guided

Physical level

easy

Operated In

English

Age Requirement

11 - 99 Ages

Tour Overview

Explore Istanbul, Bursa, Eskişehir, Konya, Ankara, Diyarbakır, Şanlıurfa & Princes' Islands
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through Turkey’s rich history, diverse cultures, and breathtaking landscapes. From the Byzantine and Ottoman wonders of Istanbul to the spiritual heart of Konya, the political capital Ankara, and the ancient Mesopotamian cities of Diyarbakır and Şanlıurfa, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty.

FamilyHistoricalExplorerIn-depth CulturalDiscoveryPhotographySolo TravelSightseeing

Route

Starts from

İstanbul

Ends in

İstanbul

Pickup Location

Istanbul Airport

Dropoff Location

Istanbul Airport

Tour route map

Highlights

Istanbul’s Old Town – Explore the iconic Byzantine & Ottoman relics on a walking tour. Bosphorus Cruise & Balat District – Enjoy a scenic Bosphorus boat ride and discover the colorful streets of Balat. Bursa – The First Ottoman Capital – Visit its famous mosques, silk bazaars, and thermal baths. Eskişehir – The Venice of Turkey – Discover the city's Porsuk River, Odunpazarı Houses, and lively cultural scene. Konya – Rumi & the Whirling Dervishes – Visit Mevlana Museum and witness the spiritual Whirling Dervishes. Ankara – Turkey’s Modern Capital – Explore Atatürk’s Mausoleum, the Old Citadel, and the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. Diyarbakır – Gateway to Mesopotamia – Walk along the ancient city walls, visit Hevsel Gardens, and explore its rich Kurdish heritage Şanlıurfa – City of the Prophets – Discover the sacred Pool of Abraham and the stunning Göbekli Tepe, the world’s oldest temple. Princes' Islands – A Peaceful Escape from Istanbul – Enjoy a relaxing tour of Büyükada, with its Victorian mansions and horse-drawn carriages

Itinerary

Welcome to Turkey Istanbul Airport. Meet with TravelShop Booking staff and transfer to your hotel, Transfer from airport & check in to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

(Open buffet breakfast included)
Meet your guide at the hotel at 08:30, and we’ll start the day's tour.
Hagia Sophia: Visit the magnificent Hagia Sophia Cathedral, built by Emperor Justinian between 532 and 537. St. Sophia is one of humanity's greatest shared treasures, known as the Church of Divine Wisdom.
Topkapi Palace served as the Ottoman Empire's administrative and legislative centre for over 400 years. Its magnificent craftsmanship, tile decoration, and vast garden are worth a visit. The Treasury houses the golden throne of the Sultans, weapons and clothes decorated with precious stones and diamonds, and the holy relics of the Prophet Muhammad. Take a lunch in a local restaurant (included)

Hippodrome Square is where horse-chariot races and other events were held during the Byzantine Empire. Here, we can see the Serpent Column from Delphi in Greece, the Egyptian Obelisk, the German Fountain of Wilhelm ll, and the tombs of Ottoman sultans and princes.
Blue Mosque (extra Payment), also known as Sultanahmet Mosque, was built between 1609 and 1617 by Sedefkar Mehmet ağa, the Architect. It is best known for its six minarets and blue Iznik tiles, which lend the mosque its name.
Grand Bazaar, the world's oldest and largest covered bazaar, comprises 61 covered streets. It is home to over 4000 shops selling anything, from carpets, jewellery, leather, and souvenirs to garments, bags, decorations, spices, and home textiles. In an exotic and unique atmosphere, it is always bustling with locals and tourists. End of the tour, return to your hotel.  Accommodation in Istanbul. 

(Open buffet breakfast included)
Istanbul's daily group tour with English guide 08:30 – 13:00

Today, explore Istanbul's vibrant culture and historical charm with this unforgettable tour covering the Egyptian Bazaar, Bosphorus Cruise, Balat, Pierre Loti Hill, and Istiklal Street.

Egyptian Bazaar (Spice Bazaar), where you can experience the rich aroma of spices, Turkish delights, and local delicacies. Visit Rustem Pasha Mosque, one of the most beautiful examples of Ottoman architecture, decorated with blue Iznik tiles.

Fallow city walls and Golden Horn embark on a Cruise Boat.

Bosphorus  BoatTour offers an excellent opportunity to familiarise yourself with Istanbul. Enjoy the captivating scenery along the magnificent Bosphorus, which divides Asia from Europe. At the same time, you can view Istanbul's landmarks, such as the Maiden's Tower, the Bosphorus Bridge, the Dolmabahçe Palace, and the wooden mansions.

Lunch break in a local restaurant

Balat: Discover the colourful streets of Balat, a historic district known for its Ottoman-era houses, antique shops, and vibrant street art. Next, take a cable car to Pierre Loti Hill, where you can relax at a traditional café while enjoying breathtaking Golden Horn views.

End your day on Istiklal Street, Istanbul’s most famous pedestrian avenue. This avenue has shops, restaurants, historic buildings, and the nostalgic tram. This tour perfectly combines history, culture, and scenic beauty, offering an authentic Istanbul experience!

Accommodation in Istanbul 

(Open buffet breakfast included)
After leaving Istanbul, we head towards Bursa ( 160 km), the first capital of the Ottoman Empire. In Bursa, we visit important religious buildings such as the Ulu Mosque, Green Mosque, and Green Tomb. We will also have the opportunity to see the tombs of Osman Gazi and Orhan Gazi, the founders of the Ottoman Empire. Visit Silk Bazaar and Koza Han. Lunch break in a local restaurant, and taste the delicious İskender Kebab. Accommodation in Bursa.

(Open buffet breakfast included)
After Bursa, we move on to Eskişehir, a modern and dynamic city. Here, we breathe in the historical atmosphere of Odunpazarı Houses, where the most beautiful examples of Ottoman Architecture are located. We visit Kursunlu Mosque and Sazova Science, Art and Culture Park. We do not forget to taste Eskişehir's famous raw pastry.

Then we continue to Konya. A pleasant journey watching the landscape of the Anatolian steppes.
Konya is the city of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi. We will visit the Mevlana Museum to delve into the depths of Sufism. We will also be able to explore historical and religious buildings such as Alaaddin Mosque and Ince Minaret Madrasa.
 Accommodation in Konya. 

(Open buffet breakfast included)
After breakfast, drive towards Ankara from Konya 270 km. Visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, home to dazzling artefacts from Phrygians, Hatti, Hittites, Lydians, Assyrians, Romans, and Byzantines who lived in Anatolia. Then, we’ll visit Ankara Castle and its historic inn, which is within walking distance. Later, we will visit the Hacıbayram Mosque and  Temple of Augustus (built by the Roman Emperor Augustus). Aslanlı Mosque, where you can see the most beautiful examples of wood craftsmanship, is among the places we will visit.
We have a lunch break in a local restaurant.
Visit the Mausoleum of the great leader ATATÜRK, the Founder of the Republic of Turkey, and the Anıtkabir Museum. And sightseeing in Ankara, Cankaya, Kızılay, Kavaklıdere, Ulus. Accommodation in Ankara.

(Open buffet breakfast included)
Early flight to Diyarbakir from Ankara. Diyarbakir is a historical city with the second-longest city walls worldwide. It was home to Prophets and (Sahabe—Ashab or Eshâb-ı Kirâm ) Companions.

Diyarbakir Great Mosque: The Muslim who ruled Diyarbakir in 639. It was built by the Arabs on the Martoma Church in the center of the city and is considered the 5th Harem-i Sharif of the Islamic world.

Prophet Suleiman Mosque: 9 years after the conquest of Mecca by Muslims, they went to Mesopotamia and Diyarbakir to spread Islam. There was a force of 1000 people consisting of Companions in the Islamic army of 8 thousand people. 41 Companions ( Sahaba – Ashab or Eshâb-ı Kirâm )  were martyred during the siege of Diyarbakir castle under the rule of Byzantine Emperor Heraclius. The graves of 27 martyrs of the Companions and the Grave of Prophet Solomon are in this mosque. ( Companions are the name given to Muslims who saw, talked to, made friends with, and believed in the Prophet Muhammad of Muslims. Accommodation in Diyarbakır 

(Open buffet breakfast included)
After breakfast, drive to Sanliurfa. Sanliurfa, the city of prophets, is one of the holy cities of Mesopotamia. The 12,000-year-old Göbeklitepe temple is the oldest and first worship temple of humanity in the world, and the 14,000-year-old Karahantepe Temple is located in Sanliurfa. It is the city where Prophet Abraham was born and lived.

The Prophet Abraham, who struggled with idolatry, was a prophet who believed in three religions (Islam, Judaism, and Christianity). Hz. Abraham tells the people in his city to stop worshipping idols and to believe in Allah.

Nemrut, hostile to Prophet Ibrahim, hurls Prophet Abraham into the fire burning below the hill with catapults he sets up on a small hill. The fire where Prophet Abraham was thrown turns into a lake, and the firewood turns fish.

Visit the places of Patience of the Prophet Eyup, Rizvanir Mosque, Firfirli Mosque, Halil-ur Rahman Mosque, and Rizvaniye Mosque, which are among the places we will visit. We have dinner in the Sira night program, with music unique to Urfa. Overnight stay in Sanliurfa.

(Open buffet breakfast included)
After breakfast, a flight to Istanbul from Sanliurfa GAP Airport.  Private transfer to your hotel and free day.
Accommodation in Istanbul 

(Breakfast and Lunch included)
After breakfast, depart for the trip. After the cruise by ferry boat, we tour the island by horse-drawn carriage and there is no better way to explore these lovely Island with a decidedly 19th Century ambience, elegant buildings and promenades, the peaceful atmosphere makes for a relaxing. In the evening back to hotel. Overnight stay in istanbul .

(Open buffet breakfast included)
After breakfast check out from the hotel. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another TravelShop Booking Tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.

Trip includes

Included

5 nights hotel in Istanbul - Central Palace Hotel
1 nights hotel in Bursa - Koza Hotel 
1 nights hotel in Konya - Gherdan Hotel 
1 nights hotel in Ankara - New Gate Hotel 
1 nights hotel in Diyarbakir - SV Business Hotel 
1 nights hotel in Sanliurfa - Elruha Hotel 
PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange smilar other hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an additional cost


Hotel

Professional English-speaking tour guides

Guiding Method
Fully guided

English

Istanbul Airport return transfers.
All airport transfer services mentioned inside the itinerary
Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking coach


Coach / BusMini-coachPrivate Vehicle

10 open buffet breakfasts
Guided Old Town Byzantine & Ottoman Relics Walking Tour
Guided Egypt Bazaar, Bosphorus Cruise, Balat, Pierre Lotti, Istiklal Street Tour
Guided Bursa Tour
Guided Eskişehir – Konya Tour
Guided Ankara Tour
Guided Diyarbakir Tour
Guided Sanliurfa Tour
Guided Princes Island Tour
1 Night Sira gecesi event in Sanliurfa
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
VAT – City Tax
Hotel room taxes

Best Time to Visit:
Spring (April-June) & Autumn (September-November) for pleasant weather.
Summer (July-August) is warm but great for coastal and island visits.
Winter (December-February) can be cold in Ankara, Konya, and Diyarbakır, but Istanbul and the southeast remain milder.

Packing Tips:
Comfortable walking shoes for historic sites.
Light clothing for warmer cities like Şanlıurfa & Diyarbakır, and a jacket for Ankara.
A scarf for women visiting mosques.
Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat for sunny days.

Local Cuisine to Try:
Istanbul: Fresh seafood, Turkish breakfast, Baklava.
Bursa: İskender Kebab, Chestnut Candy (Kestane Şekeri).
Eskişehir: Çibörek (fried pastry with meat filling).
Konya: Etli Ekmek (Turkish pizza), Fırın Kebab.
Ankara: Aspava Döner, Beypazarı Güveç.
Diyarbakır: Ciğer Kebab (Liver Kebab), Meşhur Kadayıf (Dessert).
Şanlıurfa: Urfa Kebab, Lahmacun, Çiğ Köfte.

Cultural Etiquette:
Respect religious sites – dress modestly and remove shoes in mosques.
Tipping (5-10%) is common in restaurants and for guides/drivers.
Be mindful of photography restrictions in religious and military areas.
Learn basic Turkish phrases (e.g., Merhaba = Hello, Teşekkür ederim = Thank you).

Currency & Payments:
Turkish Lira (TRY) is the official currency.
Credit cards are widely accepted, but carry cash for local markets.
ATMs are available in all major cities.

Transportation & Travel Tips:
Some domestic flights may be required (e.g., Diyarbakır to Istanbul).
Bosphorus ferry rides offer great views of Istanbul from the water.
Taxis & Public Transport – Use apps like BiTaksi or Uber for safe rides.

Why Choose This Tour?
Diverse Experience – Visit Turkey’s historic, cultural, and natural wonders.
Great Balance of Activities – Enjoy a mix of city exploration, nature, and leisure.
Perfect for History & Culture Lovers – Covering the Ottoman, Byzantine, and Mesopotamian legacies.

 

Excluded

Domestic Flight Ticket
International Flight Ticket

Lunch & Dinner

Vegetarian Halal Meat

Travel insurance

Lunch & Dinner
Travel insurance (highly recommended)
Meals other than specified
Beverages during lunch and dinners
Tips for the guide and driver

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