Budget Western Turkey Explorer
7 days · 0 suggested stays
Day 1 — Arrive in Izmir and take a budget train to Selçuk.
(overnight: Ephesus)
Train to Selçuk
Take the scenic and cheap Izban train from Izmir Airport to Selçuk.
Budget Guesthouse Check-in
Check into a highly-rated, low-cost local guesthouse.
Day 2 — Explore the ancient ruins of Ephesus on foot.
(overnight: Ephesus)
Library of Celsus
Marvel at the iconic facade of this ancient Roman library.
Local Pide Lunch
Enjoy traditional Turkish flatbread at a highly rated local spot.
Day 3 — Travel from Selçuk to Pamukkale by budget train.
(overnight: Pamukkale)
Train to Denizli
Catch the regional train from Selçuk to Denizli.
Minibus to Pamukkale
Hop on a local dolmuş (minibus) from Denizli bus station.
Day 4 — Visit the spectacular white travertines of Pamukkale.
(overnight: Pamukkale)
Pamukkale Travertines
Walk barefoot on the mineral-rich white thermal terraces.
Budget Turkish Lunch
Dine at a family-run home cooking restaurant nearby.
Day 5 — Take a scenic bus ride to the coastal city of Antalya.
(overnight: Antalya)
Intercity Bus to Antalya
Enjoy a comfortable and cheap coach bus to Antalya.
Kaleiçi Pension Check-in
Check into an authentic, budget-friendly pension in the old town.
Day 6 — Explore Antalya's historic old town and local beaches.
(overnight: Antalya)
Kaleiçi Old Town Walk
Stroll past Hadrian's Gate and down to the old harbor.
Konyaaltı Beach
Relax on the pebble beach with dramatic mountain backdrops.
Day 7 — Conclude your budget Turkish adventure.
(overnight: Antalya)
Antray Tram to Airport
Take the modern Antray tram directly to Antalya Airport.
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