Turkey tour itinerary
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Day 1 — Day 1: 7-Day Turkey Tour: Istanbul, Cappadocia & Pamukkale (Day 1 of 7)
(overnight: Istanbul)
Blue Mosque
Sultan Ahmed Mosque with stunning blue tiles and six minarets.
Hagia Sophia
A masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, now a mosque and museum.
Topkapi Palace
The opulent palace of Ottoman sultans, with courtyards and treasures.
Grand Bazaar
One of the world's oldest covered markets, with thousands of shops.
Day 2 — Day 2: 7-Day Turkey Tour: Istanbul, Cappadocia & Pamukkale (Day 2 of 7)
(overnight: Istanbul)
Bosphorus Cruise
Scenic boat trip along the Bosphorus Strait with views of palaces and bridges.
Galata Tower
Medieval stone tower offering panoramic views of Istanbul.
Istiklal Avenue
Lively pedestrian street with shops, cafes, and historic tram.
Spice Bazaar
Fragrant market selling spices, sweets, and local delicacies.
Day 3 — Day 3: 7-Day Turkey Tour: Istanbul, Cappadocia & Pamukkale (Day 3 of 7)
(overnight: Pamukkale)
Pamukkale Travertines
Stunning white calcium terraces with thermal waters.
Hierapolis Theatre
Well-preserved ancient Roman theatre with impressive views.
Cleopatra Antique Pool
Thermal pool with ancient marble columns, said to be favored by Cleopatra.
Hierapolis Museum
Museum displaying artifacts from Hierapolis and surrounding areas.
Day 4 — Day 4: 7-Day Turkey Tour: Istanbul, Cappadocia & Pamukkale (Day 4 of 7)
(overnight: Pamukkale)
Laodicea
Ancient city ruins with a stadium, baths, and churches.
Apollo Temple
Ruins of a temple dedicated to Apollo in Hierapolis.
Hierapolis Necropolis
Ancient cemetery with many sarcophagi and tombs.
Kaklik Cave
Underground cave with stalactites and a small travertine terrace.
Day 5 — Day 5: 7-Day Turkey Tour: Istanbul, Cappadocia & Pamukkale (Day 5 of 7)
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon
Aerial tour over the fairy chimneys and valleys at sunrise.
Derinkuyu Underground City
Deep multi-level underground city used as a refuge.
Rose Valley
Beautiful valley with rose-colored rocks and hiking trails.
Goreme Sunset Point
Viewpoint offering panoramic sunset views over Cappadocia.
Day 6 — Day 6: 7-Day Turkey Tour: Istanbul, Cappadocia & Pamukkale (Day 6 of 7)
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Göreme Open Air Museum
Monastic complex with rock-cut churches and frescoes.
Uchisar Castle
Castle carved into a rock peak with panoramic views.
Pasabag Monks Valley
Valley with fairy chimneys and hermit caves.
Avanos
Town known for pottery and craft workshops.
Day 7 — Day 7: 7-Day Turkey Tour: Istanbul, Cappadocia & Pamukkale (Day 7 of 7)
(overnight: Ephesus)
Library of Celsus
Iconic Roman library facade, one of the best-preserved in the world.
Great Theatre of Ephesus
Large ancient theatre with capacity for 25,000 spectators.
Terrace Houses
Richly decorated Roman houses with mosaics and frescoes.
House of the Virgin Mary
Shrine believed to be where Mary spent her last years.
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