Turkey History & Food Adventure
6 days · 5 suggested stays
Day 1 — Arrive in Istanbul, explore Sultanahmet district
(overnight: Istanbul)
Hagia Sophia
Iconic Byzantine cathedral-mosque with stunning architecture
Blue Mosque
Famous Ottoman mosque with blue Iznik tiles inside
Grand Bazaar
Historic covered market with thousands of shops
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel
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Visit site
Recommended hotel in Sultanahmet district
Day 2 — Istanbul history and transfer to Kusadasi
(overnight: Izmir)
Topkapi Palace
Ottoman sultans' palace with harem and treasury
Transfer to Kusadasi
Drive from Istanbul to Kusadasi via Izmir
Izmir Clock Tower
Historic clock tower in Konak Square
Swissotel Grand Efes Izmir
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Visit site
Recommended hotel in Izmir
Day 3 — Visit Ephesus ruins and Sirince village
(overnight: Izmir)
Great Theatre of Ephesus
Ancient Roman theatre seating 25,000 people
Library of Celsus
Iconic ancient library facade with columns
Sirince Village
Picturesque Greek-style village known for raki
Swissotel Grand Efes Izmir
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Visit site
Continue stay in Izmir
Day 4 — Travel to Pamukkale and visit travertines
(overnight: Kusadasi)
Transfer to Pamukkale
Drive from Izmir to Pamukkale
Terrace Houses
Luxurious Roman houses with mosaic floors
House of Virgin Mary
Sacred shrine believed to be Mary's last home
Charisma De Luxe Hotel
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Visit site
Recommended hotel in Pergamon/Pamukkale area
Day 5 — Pamukkale travertines and Hierapolis ruins
(overnight: Kusadasi)
Basilica of St John
Byzantine basilica built over St John's tomb
Isa Bey Mosque
14th-century Seljuk mosque with beautiful tilework
Ephesus Museum
Museum with artifacts from Ephesus excavations
Charisma De Luxe Hotel
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Visit site
Continue stay in the region
Day 6 — Departure from Turkey
(overnight: Istanbul)
Transfer to Airport
Drive to Izmir airport for departure flight
Kemeralti Bazaar
Historic bazaar in Izmir with local goods
Kordon Promenade
Waterfront promenade with sea views
Izmir Archaeology Museum
Museum showcasing regional archaeological finds
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