Turkey Classic Highlight Across Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Kusadasi, and Izmir

Overview

Turkey Classic Highlight Across Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Kusadasi, and Izmir

Eight days across layered cities, open landscapes, and living history. This Turkey Classic Highlight journey moves at a steady, well-paced rhythm,  from imperial Istanbul to the valleys of Cappadocia, the terraces of Pamukkale, and the classical ruins along the Aegean coast. 

The itinerary is designed as a Turkey cultural tour, connecting daily life, monuments, and regional traditions across the route.

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Itinerary: Turkey Classic Highlight

Day 01

Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul

 

Arrival assistance at Istanbul Airport followed by transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to settle in or explore nearby streets at your own pace. Overnight in Istanbul. 

Meals included: No meals included.

Day 2: Classical Istanbul Landmarks

 

The day opens at the Hagia Sophia, tracing centuries of Byzantine and Ottoman history. Continue to the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, and Topkapi Palace with its treasury and courtyards. 

The walk through the Grand Bazaar closes the day with color and movement. This day reflects the depth of a Classic Turkey tour within the city core. Overnight in Istanbul. 

The sequence of mosques, palaces, and public squares frames the day as a focused Turkish heritage tour rooted in imperial history.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 3: Bosphorus and Asian Side

 

Begin at the Spice Bazaar, alive with aromas and trade traditions. Cruise the Bosphorus, passing palaces and waterfront neighborhoods linking Europe and Asia. 

Cross the Bosphorus Bridge to Camlica Hill, then visit Beylerbeyi Palace on the shore. A calm afternoon that fits naturally into a Turkey sightseeing trip. Overnight in Istanbul. 

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 4: Istanbul to Ankara to Cappadocia

 

Morning transfer for the flight to Ankara. Visit the Hittite Museum and the Mausoleum of Atatürk before continuing by road to Cappadocia. 

Evening arrival, dinner, and rest after a full travel day. Overnight in Cappadocia. 

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.



Day 5: Cappadocia Valleys and Underground Cities

 

Explore the underground city of Kaymaklı and the Citadel of Uçhisar. Continue through Göreme Open Air Museum, Paşabağı valley, and Avanos. 

Soft afternoon light settles over the rock formations, shaping the landscape quietly. A defining day of an Istanbul Cappadocia tour. Overnight in Cappadocia. 

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.



Day 6: Cappadocia to Konya to Pamukkale

 

Early departure toward Konya with a stop at the Seljuk caravanserai Sultanhan. Lunch on the way before continuing to Pamukkale. Arrival in the evening for dinner and overnight stay. This route highlights the flow of a structured Turkey travel package

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 7: Pamukkale, Ephesus, and Aegean Coast

 

Visit Hierapolis with its necropolis, Roman baths, and basilica, followed by the calcium terraces. Continue to the House of the Virgin Mary, then explore Ephesus with its library, theater, and agora. 

The scale and layout define a clear Ephesus Pamukkale visit within a wider Mediterranean Turkey tour. Flight from Izmir to Istanbul and overnight stay. 

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 8: Departure from Istanbul

 

After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul International Airport for final departure. This Turkey Classic Highlight journey closes with smooth logistics and clear timing. 

Meals included: Breakfast.



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