10 Days West and East Turkey Tour 

10 Days West and East Turkey Tour

Embark on a deeper exploration of Turkey, extending beyond the renowned attractions of Cappadocia and Istanbul. In just 10 days, immerse yourself in a diverse journey that encompasses the iconic destinations of Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale. Venture into eastern Turkey, where intriguing and lesser-explored destinations beckon.

Witness the sunrise atop Mount Nemrut amidst colossal ancient sculptures of Commagene Kings. Stroll through the time-worn ruins of the world’s oldest site, Gobeklitepe, explore the captivating Zeugma Mosaic Museum, and uncover the hidden gems of eastern Turkey. Delight your palate with local cuisine, observe the rhythms of local life, and tread upon the ancient soil of this captivating region, where each moment invites discovery.

10 Days West and East Turkey Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Istanbul

We will meet you at Istanbul airport and drive you to your hotel . Overnight stay in Istanbul.

Day 2: Ephesus Tour (Breakfast )

We will pick you up from your hotel early in the morning and drive you to airport for your flight to Izmir.We will meet you at Izmir airport drive you to Selcuk for your Ephesus tour. Today we will be exploring Ephesus ancient city , including the Celsus Library, Great Theater, Temple of Hadrian, Trajan Fountain, Hercules Gate, Domitian Temple, and more. We will be visiting  the Virgin Mary’s House and the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. At the end of the tour, we will drive you to Kusadasi. Check into your hotel and overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 3: Pamukkale Tour (Breakfast )

Today, we will leave Kusadasi after an early breakfast at the hotel and drive to Pamukkale. Upon arrival we will have al unch break and afterward we will be visiting Hierapolis Ancient City, including the Necropolis, Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, Latrina, Oil Factory, Frontinus Street, Agora, Byzantium Gate, Triton Fountain, Cathedral, Apollon Temple, Plutonium, Theater, and Cleopatra’s Pool. We will spend time to relax in the hot springs of Pamukkale and take amazing phoros. At the end of the tour, we will drive you to your hotel for an overnight stay in Pamukkale.

Day 4: Konya – Cappadocia (Breakfast )

We will leave Pamukkale early in the morning and drive to Konya. We will have a tour of Konya to  explore the city, including a visit to the Mevlana Museum and the Mausoleum of Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi. After a lunch break, we will drive to Cappadocia. Check into your hotel and overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 5: Northern Cappadocia Tour (Breakfast)

Today we will be exploring Cappadocia and amazing rock formations called “fairy chimneys”. We will be visitin sites including the Goreme National Park, Devrent Valley, Kizilirmak (Red River), Avanos, Pasabag, and Cavusin Village. At the end of the tour, we will drive you back to your hotel. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

Day 6: Southern Cappadocia Tour – Istanbul (Breakfast )

Today we will be exploring the southern part of Cappadocia. We will be visiting Pigeon Valley, Kaymakli Underground City, and Rose Valley. At the end of the tour, we will drive you to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 7: Kahramanmaras – Adiyaman (Breakfast)

We will leave Cappadocia early in the morning and drive through the Silk Road. We will stop at Karatayhan Caravanserai. At the lunch break, we will try famous icecream of Maras at the city of Kahramanmaras. We will drive to Kahta. Check into our hotel and overnight in Kahta.

Day 8: Adiyaman – Mount Nemrut – Harran – Sanliurfa (Breakfast)

We will leave the hotel early in the morning and drive to Mount Nemrut. We will see the sunrise and explore the ancient site. Afterward, we will drive Sanliurfa and visit  Arsemia Castle and Karakus Tumulus,  and Ataturk Dam. In Sanliurfa, we will explore Abraham’s Cave and Balikligol, then drive to Harran to see the ruins of the Islamic University, Harran Castle, and beehive houses. Overnight stay in Sanliurfa.

Day 9: Gobeklitepe – Gaziantep – Cappadocia (Breakfast)

Today we will be visiting Gobeklitepe, recently discovered, the oldest temple in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Afterward, we will continue to Gaziantep and explore the Zeugma Mosaic Museum. At the end of the tour, we will be driving back to  Cappadocia, passing through the Taurus Mountains. Overnight stay in Cappadocia.

Day 10: Flight to Istanbul (Breakfast)

Enjoy a free day in Cappadocia. In the evening, fly back to Istanbul and transfer to your hotel.