Turkey · Culture

10-Day Turkey Cultural Tour from Istanbul to Cappadocia via Ephesus

10 Days Round trip from İstanbul Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Istanbul's iconic landmarks, including Hagia Sophia and the Grand Bazaar
02 Marvel at the ancient ruins of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary
03 Discover Pamukkale's mineral-rich terraces and the historical treasures of Hierapolis
04 Enjoy Antalya's Duden Waterfalls and explore the charming old town of Kaleici
05 Experience Konya's heritage at the Mevlâna Museum and a historic Caravanserai
06 Encounter Cappadocia's surreal fairy chimneys, valleys, and underground cities

Embark on a 10-day journey through Turkey, beginning in Istanbul with iconic landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Basilica Cistern, and the Grand Bazaar. Continue to Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary before discovering Pamukkale's mineral-rich terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis. The tour then leads to Antalya's Duden Waterfalls and historic Kaleici, followed by Konya's Mevlâna Museum and Caravanserai. In Cappadocia, explore surreal valleys, fairy chimneys, the Goreme Open-Air Museum, and underground cities before returning to Istanbul.

In Cappadocia, explore surreal valleys, fairy chimneys, the Goreme Open-Air Museum, and underground cities before returning to Istanbul.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Luxury

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Antalya, Istanbul, Izmir, Konya, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Avanos

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Welcome to Istanbul

Activities: Arrival at Istanbul / SAW Airport and transfer to the hotel.
Highlights: Check-in and relaxation.

Day 02

Istanbul's Historic Icons

Activities: A full-day tour of Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Basilica Cistern, and the Grand Bazaar.
Highlights: Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Basilica Cistern, and the Grand Bazaar.

Day 03

Bosphorus Cruise and Flight to Izmir

Activities: Visit the Spice Bazaar, enjoy a Bosphorus Cruise, take a flight to Izmir, and transfer to the hotel.
Highlights: Spice Bazaar and Bosphorus Cruise.

Day 04

Timeless Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary

Activities: Full-day tour of the House of the Virgin Mary and Ephesus.
Highlights: House of the Virgin Mary and Ephesus.

Day 05

Pamukkale and Hierapolis to Antalya

Activities: Tour Pamukkale and Hierapolis, then transfer to Antalya.
Highlights: Pamukkale and Hierapolis.

Day 06

Antalya's Scenic Highlights

Activities: Take a cable car ride to Tunektepe, visit Duden Waterfalls, and explore Kaleici (old town).
Highlights: Tunektepe, Duden Waterfalls, and Kaleici.

Day 07

Konya Heritage and Journey to Cappadocia

Activities: Visit the Mevlâna Museum and Caravanserai in Konya, then transfer to Cappadocia.
Highlights: Mevlâna Museum and Caravanserai.

Meals: Breakfast-Lunch

Destination: Konya, Cappadocia

Day 08

Cappadocia's Enchanting Landscape

Activities: Tour the Goreme Open-Air Museum, Devrent Valley, Pasabagi, and Avanos.
Highlights: Goreme Open-Air Museum, Devrent Valley, and Pasabagi.

Meals: Breakfast-Lunch

Destination: Cappadocia

Day 09

Underground Cities and Return to Istanbul

Activities: Explore Rose Valley, Cavusin, Pigeon Valley, and the Underground Cities, followed by a flight to Istanbul.
Highlights: Rose Valley, Cavusin, Pigeon Valley, and the Underground Cities.

Meals: Breakfast-Lunch

Destination: Cappadocia, Istanbul

Day 10