Classic Türkiye
Istanbul | Cappadocia | Ephesus (8 Days)
This classic 3-region trip is our most-requested itinerary for first-time visitors with one week to travel.
Highlights
- Experience the energetic city of Istanbul, a bridge between continents
- Tour the Sultanahmet district, the keeper of Istanbul’s ancient landmarks
- Enjoy a ferry cruise on the Bosphorus waterway
- Marvel at the otherworldly landscapes of Cappadocia
- Unearth the stories of Cappadocia’s underground caves
- Step back in time at ancient Ephesus
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Brief Itinerary
| Day |
Highlights |
Overnight |
| Day 1 |
Arrive in Istanbul and private transfer to your hotel in the Old City. |
Istanbul |
| Day 2 |
Full-day private tour including the Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Museum, Basilica Cistern, and the Grand Bazaar. |
Istanbul |
| Day 3 |
Full-day private tour including Topkapi Palace, Spice Market, and a Bosphorus boat ride. |
Istanbul |
| Day 4 |
Flight to Cappadocia and private transfer to your hotel. Afternoon private tour of the area. |
Cappadocia |
| Day 5 |
Full-day private tour of Cappadocia including its fairy chimneys and underground cities. Optional hot-air balloon ride in the early morning. |
Cappadocia |
| Day 6 |
Flight to Izmir (via Istanbul) and private transfer to your hotel in the area nearby Ephesus. |
Ephesus |
| Day 7 |
Full-day private tour of ancient Ephesus and the Archaeological Museum, with included farm-fresh lunch. |
Ephesus |
| Day 8 |
Flight to Istanbul to connect with departure flight home. |
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