7-Day Turkey Highlights Tour | Istanbul, Bursa, Cappadocia & Pamukkale

Tour Style: Group Tour
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Start / End: Istanbul
Flights & Transfers Included

Tour Overview

Discover the essence of Turkey in just 7 unforgettable days on this expertly designed group tour combining iconic cities, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, breathtaking landscapes, and ancient civilizations.

Begin in Istanbul, where Byzantine and Ottoman empires shaped history. Travel to Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, before flying to the otherworldly region of Cappadocia, famous for its fairy chimneys and cave dwellings. Continue to Pamukkale, home to the dazzling white Cotton Cliffs and the ancient spa city of Hierapolis.

With domestic flights, guided sightseeing, hand-picked hotels, and seamless logistics, this tour offers a perfect balance of comfort, culture, and discovery—ideal for first-time visitors to Turkey.

Book now and experience Turkey’s timeless beauty in one perfectly planned journey.

Tour Highlights

• Hagia Sophia – Byzantine & Ottoman masterpiece

• Blue Mosque – Iconic İznik tiles

• Topkapı Palace – Ottoman imperial residence

• Grand Bazaar – World’s oldest covered market

• Bursa & Mount Uludağ – Ottoman heritage & nature

• Devrent & Pasabag Valleys – Fairy chimneys

• Zelve Open-Air Museum – Cave dwellings

• Kaymaklı / Ozkonak Underground City

• Pamukkale Travertines – Cotton Cliffs

• Hierapolis Ancient City – Roman ruins

• Cleopatra’s Pool – Optional thermal swim

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul | Airport Transfer & Free Time

Welcome to Turkey! Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), meet our representative at the arrivals exit and transfer to your hotel.

The rest of the day is free to relax or explore Istanbul at your own pace.
Overnight: Istanbul
Accommodation: Boutique or 4★ Hotel

Day 2 – Full-Day Istanbul Byzantine & Ottoman Tour

After breakfast, depart at 08:30 AM for a guided tour of Istanbul’s historic Old City.

Visit:

• Hagia Sophia

• Blue Mosque

• Hippodrome (Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpent Column, German Fountain)

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then continue to:

• Topkapı Palace (optional Harem section)

• Grand Bazaar

Return to your hotel around 5:00 PM.
Overnight: Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 3 – Flight to Cappadocia | North Cappadocia Tour

Early morning transfer (around 04:00 AM) to the airport for your flight to Kayseri or Nevşehir.

Upon arrival, begin your North Cappadocia Tour, visiting:

• Devrent Valley (imaginary rock formations)

• Pasabag Valley (fairy chimneys)

• Avanos (pottery demonstration)

• Zelve Open-Air Museum

• Panoramic viewpoints over Göreme

Transfer to your cave hotel around 4:30 PM.

Optional evening activities: ATV tour, horseback riding, Whirling Dervish Ceremony, or Turkish Night Show (extra cost).
Overnight: Cappadocia
Accommodation: Cave Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 4 – South Cappadocia Tour | Evening Flight to İzmir

Optional: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride (extra cost).

After breakfast, depart at 09:30 AM for the South Cappadocia Tour:

• Red Valley & Rose Valley hike

• Cavusin Village

• Pigeon Valley

• Kaymaklı or Ozkonak Underground City

After the tour, transfer to the airport for your evening flight to İzmir via Istanbul. Arrival transfer to your hotel in Kuşadası.
Overnight: Kuşadası
Accommodation: 4★ Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 5 – Pamukkale & Hierapolis | Evening Flight to Istanbul

Morning departure to Pamukkale (approx. 3 hours).

Guided tour includes:

• Pamukkale Travertines (Cotton Cliffs)

• Hierapolis Ancient City

  • Roman Theatre

  • Necropolis

  • Roman Baths

  • Domitian Gate

  • Frontinus Street

Optional: Swim in Cleopatra’s Antique Pool (extra fee).

Transfer to Denizli Airport for your evening flight to Istanbul. Arrival transfer to hotel.
Overnight: Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 6 – Bursa Tour | Ottoman Heritage & Nature

After breakfast, depart for Bursa, crossing the Sea of Marmara by ferry.

Highlights:

• Cable car ride to Mount Uludağ

• BBQ lunch with panoramic views

• Grand Mosque (Ulu Cami)

• Koza Han (Silk Market)

• Free time to taste local sweets and roasted chestnuts

Return to Istanbul in the evening.
Overnight: Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 7 – Departure from Istanbul

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport according to your flight details.
End of Services.

Included in the Tour Price

✔ Airport arrival & departure transfers
✔ All ground transportation
✔ Domestic flights (IST → Kayseri → İzmir → IST)
✔ 6 nights accommodation (Istanbul, Cappadocia, Kuşadası)
✔ Licensed English-speaking professional guide
✔ Meals as per itinerary (B/L)
✔ Entrance fees to all listed sites
✔ Local taxes & service charges

Not Included

✘ International flights
✘ Turkey visa
✘ Cappadocia hot air balloon ride
✘ Optional tours & activities
✘ Dinners & beverages
✘ Travel insurance

mportant Notes

• Itinerary order may change due to operational reasons

• Group tour includes shopping stops

• Private tour available upon request

• Blue Mosque closed Fridays (exterior visit only)

• Topkapı Palace closed Tuesdays (replaced with Basilica Cistern)

• Grand Bazaar closed Sundays

• Domestic flight luggage allowance: 15 kg checked + 8 kg carry-on