13 Day Türkiye Discovery Tour – Istanbul, Bolu, Ankara, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Bodrum, Pamukkale & Bursa

After breakfast, meet your professional guide and begin a full-day tour through the historic heart of Istanbul.

Our exploration begins in Sultanahmet Square, once the center of Byzantine Constantinople. Discover the impressive Hagia Sophia, one of the world's most celebrated architectural landmarks.

Continue to the beautiful Blue Mosque, famous for its elegant domes, minarets and İznik tiles.

Walk through the ancient Hippodrome, once the center of sporting events and public ceremonies during the Byzantine period.

Later, visit Topkapı Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans and the administrative heart of the Ottoman Empire for centuries.

Finish your sightseeing around the legendary Grand Bazaar, where thousands of shops sell carpets, ceramics, jewelry, leather products, textiles, spices and traditional souvenirs.

After the tour, return to your hotel.

Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, check out from your Istanbul hotel and begin the scenic journey toward Bolu.

Leaving Istanbul behind, the landscape gradually changes from busy city surroundings to mountains, forests and peaceful countryside.

Our main destination is beautiful Abant Lake, surrounded by dense forests and rolling hills.

Enjoy free time around the lake for walking, photography and relaxation. Depending on the season, Abant offers completely different scenery, from lush green landscapes during spring and summer to colorful forests in autumn and snow-covered surroundings in winter.

After enjoying the natural beauty of the area, continue to your hotel in Bolu.

Check in and enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure.

Overnight in Bolu.

After an early breakfast, check out from the hotel and depart Bolu for Ankara, the capital city of Türkiye.

Upon arrival, begin our Ankara sightseeing program.

Our first major stop is Anıtkabir, the Mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, founder of the Republic of Türkiye. Explore the impressive ceremonial complex, Lion Road and surrounding areas while learning about the foundation and development of modern Türkiye.

Continue toward Ankara's historic district.

Depending on timing and operating conditions, enjoy panoramic views around Ankara Castle, one of the city's oldest landmarks. The surrounding old quarter provides a fascinating contrast between ancient Ankara and the modern capital.

We then continue to the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, one of Türkiye's most important archaeological museums. Its collections introduce visitors to the remarkable civilizations that developed across Anatolia, including prehistoric cultures, Hittites, Phrygians and Urartians.

Following the Ankara tour, enjoy some free time for lunch before departing for Cappadocia.

Travel across the vast landscapes of Central Anatolia toward one of Türkiye's most extraordinary regions.

Depending on timing and road conditions, a short stop may be made near Salt Lake – Tuz Gölü, one of Türkiye's largest lakes and an impressive photographic location when conditions are suitable.

Continue to Cappadocia and arrive at the hotel in the evening.

Check in and relax after a full day of sightseeing and travel.

Overnight in Cappadocia.

Early this morning, guests have the opportunity to join an optional Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Flight.

Before sunrise, transfer to the balloon take-off area and watch the landscape come alive as hundreds of colorful balloons rise above Cappadocia's valleys and fairy chimneys. The activity is subject to weather conditions and official flight permission.

Return to the hotel for breakfast.

After breakfast, begin our full-day exploration of northern Cappadocia.

Visit the famous Göreme Open-Air Museum, home to remarkable rock-cut churches, monasteries and chapels decorated with historic frescoes.

Continue to some of Cappadocia's spectacular panoramic viewpoints and admire the region's unusual volcanic landscape.

Visit Pasabag – Monks Valley, famous for its mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys, followed by Devrent Valley, also known as Imagination Valley because of its naturally formed rocks resembling animals and other shapes.

Continue to Avanos, a charming town situated along the Kızılırmak River and famous for its pottery-making tradition.

Guests may have the opportunity to watch a traditional pottery demonstration and learn about this centuries-old local craft.

Return to your hotel after the tour.

Overnight in Cappadocia.

fter breakfast, continue exploring another side of Cappadocia.

Begin the day with one of the region's beautiful panoramic viewpoints before visiting one of Cappadocia's fascinating underground cities.

Walk through a network of tunnels, rooms, storage areas and communal spaces carved deep beneath the ground. These extraordinary settlements provide insight into how ancient communities lived and protected themselves during periods of conflict.

Continue to Pigeon Valley, named after the thousands of pigeon houses carved into its rock formations.

Enjoy panoramic views toward Uçhisar Castle, one of Cappadocia's most recognizable natural landmarks.

The tour continues through Cappadocia's valleys and unique geological formations, with several opportunities for photography.

Depending on timing, guests may also visit local handicraft workshops specializing in carpets, ceramics, leather or traditional stones.

Return to your hotel in the afternoon.

In the evening, guests may optionally join a Traditional Turkish Night Show, featuring folk dances, traditional entertainment and local performances.

Overnight in Cappadocia.

After breakfast, check out from your Cappadocia hotel and transfer to Kayseri or Nevşehir Airport for your flight to İzmir.
Please note: The Cappadocia (Kayseri/Nevşehir) → İzmir domestic flight ticket is not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately.

Upon arrival at İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport, meet your professional guide and driver and continue toward Ephesus.

Today we explore the magnificent Ancient City of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved and most important ancient cities in the Mediterranean region.

Walk along the ancient marble streets and discover the spectacular Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, temples, fountains, Roman baths and other impressive remains of this once-thriving city.

Depending on the final program and available time, a stop can also be made at the Temple of Artemis, once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

After completing the Ephesus tour, continue by private vehicle toward the beautiful Aegean resort town of Bodrum.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in.

Overnight in Bodrum.

After breakfast, begin discovering Bodrum, ancient Halicarnassus and one of the most famous destinations on Türkiye's Aegean coast.

Visit the iconic Bodrum Castle, dramatically positioned between the city's two harbors. The castle is one of Bodrum's most recognizable landmarks and offers beautiful views over the town and coastline.

Continue through Bodrum's lively marina and charming streets.

Discover the historical heritage of ancient Halicarnassus and see the area associated with the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Depending on the operating schedule, enjoy a panoramic stop around the Ancient Theatre of Bodrum.

After the sightseeing program, the remainder of the afternoon is free.

Spend your time relaxing at the beach, exploring Bodrum's shops and cafés, walking around the marina or enjoying the Aegean atmosphere.

An optional Bodrum Boat Trip can also be arranged during suitable seasons.

Overnight in Bodrum.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and depart Bodrum for Pamukkale.

Travel inland through the landscapes of western Türkiye before arriving at one of the country's most famous natural wonders.

Explore the spectacular Pamukkale Travertines, where mineral-rich thermal waters have created brilliant white terraces over thousands of years.

Walk through designated sections of the travertines and enjoy panoramic views across the surrounding valley.

Continue into the ancient city of Hierapolis, an important Greco-Roman and Byzantine settlement built beside the thermal springs.

Explore its ancient streets, theatre, temples, baths and extensive archaeological remains.

Guests may also choose to swim in the famous Antique Pool – Cleopatra Pool, subject to opening conditions and an additional entrance fee.

After completing the tour, transfer to your hotel.

Overnight in Pamukkale.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin our journey north toward Bursa.

Today's drive takes us through the landscapes and agricultural regions of western Anatolia.

Comfort and refreshment stops will be provided during the journey.

Arrive in Bursa, one of the most historically significant cities of the Ottoman period.

After hotel check-in, enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure.

This is also a great opportunity to experience Bursa's local cuisine, including its famous İskender kebab and traditional desserts.

Overnight in Bursa.

After breakfast, meet your guide and begin exploring the historic city of Bursa.

Visit the magnificent Grand Mosque – Ulu Cami, one of the finest examples of early Ottoman architecture.

Continue to historic Koza Han, once an important center of the silk trade and today one of Bursa's most atmospheric historic buildings.

Walk through the traditional bazaar district, where local shops sell textiles, sweets, handicrafts and regional products.

Continue to the historic area associated with Osman Gazi and Orhan Gazi, two of the most important figures in the foundation and early development of the Ottoman Empire.

Depending on the final program and weather conditions, additional panoramic or cultural stops may be included.

After the tour, return to your hotel.

Overnight in Bursa.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and depart Bursa for Istanbul.

Depending on traffic and operational arrangements, the journey may include a combination of highway, bridge or ferry connections.

Upon arrival in Istanbul, transfer to your hotel and check in.

The remainder of your final afternoon is free.

Enjoy last-minute shopping, walk around Taksim and İstiklal Street, explore Galata and Karaköy, or simply enjoy a Turkish coffee overlooking the Bosphorus.

For your final evening in Türkiye, an optional Bosphorus Dinner Cruise can be arranged with dinner, entertainment and beautiful nighttime views of Istanbul.

Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, enjoy your final morning in Istanbul depending on your international flight departure time.

Check out from your hotel and meet our representative for your transfer to Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport.

Your 13-day journey through Istanbul, Bolu, Ankara, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Bodrum, Pamukkale and Bursa comes to an end.

We hope you leave Türkiye with wonderful memories, unforgettable experiences and a desire to return again.

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