Turkish Coast & Ancient Wonders
7 days · 6 suggested stays
Day 1 — Arrive in Antalya, explore the old town and marina, and enjoy a beach evening.
(overnight: Antalya)
Kaleici Old Town
Wander charming Ottoman-era streets and shops.
Antalya Marina
Scenic harbor with boats and cafes.
Kaleici Boutique Hotel
Charming hotel in the old town.
Day 2 — Visit ancient Perge and Aspendos, then relax at Lara Beach.
(overnight: Antalya)
Perge Ancient City
Roman ruins with stadium and agora.
Aspendos Theatre
Best-preserved Roman theatre.
Lara Beach
Sandy beach with clear water.
Kaleici Boutique Hotel
Return to hotel for the night.
Day 3 — Travel to Pamukkale, explore travertines and Hierapolis.
(overnight: Pamukkale)
Antalya to Pamukkale Transfer
Drive to Pamukkale (4h).
Pamukkale Travertines
White terraces with thermal pools.
Hierapolis Theatre
Well-preserved ancient theatre.
Melrose House
Cozy guesthouse near Pamukkale.
Day 4 — Morning at Cleopatra's Pool, then drive to Kusadasi for beach time.
(overnight: Pamukkale)
Cleopatra Antique Pool
Thermal pool with ancient columns.
Pamukkale to Kusadasi Transfer
Drive to Kusadasi (3h).
Long Beach (Kusadasi)
Sandy beach with amenities.
Melrose House
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Visit site
Family-friendly resort.
Day 5 — Day trip to Ephesus, then return to Kusadasi.
(overnight: Kusadasi)
Ephesus Ancient City
Explore the grand Roman ruins.
Kusadasi Marina
Stroll the marina and shops.
Charisma De Luxe Hotel
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Visit site
Second night in Kusadasi.
Day 6 — Travel to Istanbul, explore Sultanahmet, and take a Bosphorus cruise.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Kusadasi to Istanbul Flight
Fly from Izmir to Istanbul (1h).
Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque
Iconic Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks.
Bosphorus Cruise
Scenic boat tour between continents.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel
Historic hotel near the sights.
Day 7 — Visit the Grand Bazaar and depart.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Grand Bazaar
Historic covered market for souvenirs.
Transfer to Airport
Head to Istanbul Airport for departure.
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