15 Days Turkey Private Tour

• • • • After meeting your guide at the hotel, your Istanbul city tour begins. Enjoy a relaxing two-hour Bosphorus boat ride, with stunning views of Istanbul’s bridges, Dolmabahçe and Beylerbeyi Palaces, Anadolu and Rumeli Fortresses and waterfront houses.
    • • Next, explore the historic Spice Market, a 17th-century structure once at the heart of the city's spice trade, followed by a visit to the Istanbul Archaeology Museum.
    • • After the tour, return to your hotel for some free time and an overnight stay in Istanbul.

• • • Meet your guide at the hotel for a full day exploring Istanbul's Old City. Start with the Byzantine Hippodrome, once the center of public entertainment during the reign of the emperors.
  • • Visit the iconic Sultanahmet Mosque (Blue Mosque), renowned for its beautiful tiles, and continue to Topkapi Palace, the imperial residence of Ottoman sultans. Then, explore Hagia Sophia, a former Orthodox cathedral and museum, which is now a mosque.
  • • End the day with a visit to the Grand Bazaar, the oldest and largest covered market in the world. Overnight stay in Istanbul.

• • • After breakfast, embark on a scenic 5-hour drive to Canakkale. En route, you can choose to visit the Gallipoli Peninsula, a significant World War I battlefield (optional).
  • • Upon arrival in Canakkale, explore the ancient city of Troy, immortalized in Homer’s epic poem, the Iliad. Overnight stay in Canakkale.

• • • After breakfast, depart from Canakkale for a 3-hour drive to Bergama, home of the ancient city of Pergamon. Explore the Acropolis of Pergamon, once renowned for housing the second-largest library in the ancient world, and the Temple of Asclepius, one of the earliest known hospitals.
  • • After the tour, continue with a 3-hour transfer to Kusadası for your overnight stay.

• • Today, explore the ancient city of Ephesus, home to one of the largest collections of Roman ruins in the Eastern Mediterranean. Visit the House of Virgin Mary, where it is believed that the Mother of Jesus spent her final years, located near Ephesus.

• • Then, visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Overnight stay in Kusadası.

• • Today, visit the three ancient Ionian cities: Priene, known for its well-planned layout and the Temple of Athena; Miletus, an ancient center of learning and philosophy, home to famous figures such as the philosopher Thales; The well-preserved Temple of Apollo in Didyma.

• • Afterwards, continue your journey to Bodrum for an overnight stay.

• • Today, explore the highlights of Bodrum, starting with a visit to St. Peter’s Castle, a magnificent fortress offering stunning views of the city and harbor.

• • Then, discover the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

• • After the tour, enjoy an overnight stay in Bodrum.

• • Today, drive for approximately 2.5 hours to reach Aphrodisias, with a stop en route to visit the ancient Roman city of Stratonikeia.

• • Continue on to Aphrodisias, an ancient city dedicated to Aphrodite, known for its well-preserved stadium.

• • After exploring this site, drive another hour to Pamukkale.

• • During your time in Pamukkale and Hierapolis, enjoy the opportunity to swim in the ancient thermal pool and explore the ruins of the Roman spa city.

• • Overnight stay in Pamukkale.

• • After breakfast, drive up to the Taurus Mountains to visit the ancient city of Sagalassos, one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in Turkey, known for its monumental fountain.

• • After exploring Sagalassos, continue your journey to Antalya.

• • Upon arrival, enjoy a city tour that includes Hadrian's Gate, the ancient port and the charming Old City.
  • Overnight stay in Antalya.

After breakfast, depart from Antalya for a 3-hour drive to Konya. Along the way, stop to visit Aspendos, home to one of the best-preserved Roman theaters, and the ancient Roman city of Perge. Upon arrival in Konya, visit the Mevlana Mausoleum, an important spiritual center in the Islamic world and the resting place of the famous poet and philosopher Rumi. Overnight stay in Konya.

3 hour drive to Cappadoccia; on the way you will visit Ihlara Valley where you will spend two hours walking in the canyon, to discover the churches carved into the rocks and enjoy the nature; arrival to Cappadocia, overnight stay.

After breakfast, depart for a 3-hour drive to Cappadocia. On the way, stop at Ihlara Valley, where you’ll spend two hours walking through the canyon, exploring churches carved into the rocks and enjoying the stunning natural scenery. Continue your journey to Cappadocia and arrive for an overnight stay.

Today’s tour includes a visit to Kaymakli Underground City, one of the most fascinating examples among the 36 underground cities in the region. Continue to Uchisar Castle, the highest point in Cappadocia, offering panoramic views of the landscape. Then, explore Pigeon Valley, known for its pigeon houses carved into the rock, and Love Valley, famous for its unique fairy chimney formations. After the tour, you will be transferred to Kayseri or Nevşehir Airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Overnight stay in Istanbul

• After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight, bringing your unforgettable 15-day journey through Turkey to a close.
• Reflect on the rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture you’ve experienced across this remarkable country.