Travel Strategy

to Türkiye for 20 Days

Days 1–3:

Day 1: Arrival Day 2: Explore Day 3: Visit

in Istanbul. Greeted the historic heart Dolmabahce Palace
at the airport of Istanbul. Visit Hagia and take a stroll
and transferred to Sophia, the Blue through the lively
a hotel in the Mosque, and Topkapi neighborhoods
Sultanahmet area. Palace. In the of Taksim and Istiklal
Check-in, relax, afternoon, explore Avenue. In the evening,
and have a welcome the Grand Bazaar enjoy a traditional
dinner at a local and the Spice Bazaar. Turkish show or dinner
restaurant Finish with a Bosporus
sunset cruise
Days 4–5: Bursa
Day 4: Travel to Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire. Visit the Green
Mosque and Green Tomb, followed by the Grand Mosque (Ulu Camii). Stroll
through the historic covered bazaar. Spend the night in Bursa

Day 5: Visit Cumalıkızık, a UNESCO-listed village near Bursa, known for its Ottoman
architecture. Return to Bursa in the afternoon and visit Mount Uludağ, taking
a cable car ride to the summit. Return to Istanbul in the evening
Days 6–8: Cappadocia

Day 6: Fly from Istanbul Day 7: Start the day with
to Cappadocia. Upon a hot air balloon ride over
arrival, visit the Goreme the Cappadocia landscape.
Open-Air Museum and the Visit the underground city
Devrent Valley, known of Derinkuyu, and explore
for its unique rock the Uchisar Castle
formations. Overnight in for panoramic views.
a cave hotel Return to the hotel
for dinner
Day 8: Take a guided tour
of the valleys
of Cappadocia, including
the Pigeon Valley and Love
Valley. In the afternoon,
visit the pottery town
of Avanos and try your
hand at pottery-making.
Enjoy a traditional Turkish
night with music and dance
Days 9–10: Konya
Day 9: Drive from Cappadocia to Konya. Visit the Mevlana Museum, dedicated
to the Sufi poet Rumi. Explore Alaeddin Hill and its surrounding park. Stay
overnight in Konya

Day 10: Continue exploring Konya, visiting the Karatay Medrese and the Ince
Minare Museum. In the afternoon, travel to Antalya
Days 11–13: Antalya

Day 11: Visit Day 12: Relax Day 13: Visit

the ancient city on Antalya's beaches the ancient city
of Perge, followed by or visit the Duden of Termessos, set high
a tour of Aspendos, Waterfalls. In the in the mountains.
home to one of the evening, enjoy In the afternoon, relax
best-preserved Roman a harbor cruise or in the town and enjoy
theaters. End the day a traditional Turkish shopping or other
in Antalya's old town dinner with a view beach activities
(Kaleiçi), exploring of the sea
the narrow streets
and Hadrian's Gate
Days 14–15:
Pamukkale and Hierapolis
Day 14: Travel from Antalya to Pamukkale. Visit the travertine terraces and enjoy
a swim in the thermal pools. Explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, including
the well-preserved Roman theater. Stay overnight in Pamukkale

Day 15: Return to the terraces for a more relaxed exploration. Visit the nearby
ancient site of Laodicea. Travel to Kusadasi in the evening
Days 16–17:
Ephesus and Surroundings
Day 16: Visit the ancient city of Ephesus, exploring the Library of Celsus, the Great
Theater, and the Temple of Artemis. In the afternoon, visit the House of the Virgin
Mary and the Basilica of St. John. Return to Kusadasi

Day 17: Explore the surrounding areas of Ephesus, visiting the ancient city
of Priene and the Temple of Apollo at Didyma. Spend the night in Kusadasi
Days 18–20: Izmir and Departure

Day 18: Travel to Izmir, Day 19: Visit the ruins Day 20: Departure
visiting the ancient site of Sardis and the from Izmir Airport.
of Pergamon, including historic town of Sirince, Depending on the time
the Acropolis known for its wine of departure, visit
and Asclepion. In the production. Return the Agora Open
evening, explore to Izmir for a farewell Air Museum or the
Izmir's waterfront dinner Clock Tower in Izmir
and Konak Square before heading to the
airport
Exploring Turkey:
A 20-Day Itinerary
Rich History, Stunning Landscapes,
Vibrant Culture

Bustling Cities Offering

Unforgettable
Experiences

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Natural Sites