8-Day Turkey Highlights Tour

Istanbul, Cappadocia & Antalya

Tour Overview

Discover the best of Turkey in 8 days on this immersive group tour, combining history, culture, and natural wonders. Begin in Istanbul, the city where East meets West, exploring Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the bustling Grand Bazaar. Fly to Cappadocia to wander through surreal landscapes of fairy chimneys, cave dwellings, and panoramic valleys. Finish on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast in Antalya, with visits to Aspendos, Perge, Side, and the stunning Manavgat Waterfall.

With domestic flights, professional guides, and carefully selected accommodations, this tour ensures a smooth, unforgettable experience. Perfect for first-time visitors, families, and culture enthusiasts alike. Book your 8-day Turkish adventure today!

Trip Highlights

• Istanbul: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus Cruise

• Cappadocia: Devrent Valley, Pasabag Monks Valley, Zelve Open Air Museum, Uchisar viewpoints, Red & Rose Valleys, underground city

• Antalya: Perge, Aspendos Theatre, Side, Manavgat Waterfall

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul | Transfer & Free Day

Arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW). Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore independently.

Overnight: Boutique Hotel

Day 2 – Istanbul Byzantine & Ottoman Landmarks

Full-day guided tour:

• Hagia Sophia – Byzantine architectural masterpiece

• Blue Mosque – Ottoman icon with six minarets and Iznik tiles

• Hippodrome – Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpent Column, German Fountain

• Topkapi Palace – Sultans’ residence; optional Harem visit

• Grand Bazaar – One of the world’s oldest covered markets

Lunch is included. Return to hotel in the late afternoon.

Overnight: Boutique Hotel
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch

Day 3 – Bosphorus Cruise & Flight to Cappadocia

Morning half-day Bosphorus Cruise:

• Visit Spice Market

• Scenic cruise along the Bosphorus, viewing Dolmabahçe Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, Bosphorus Bridge, Ottoman mansions

Afternoon transfer to Istanbul Airport for your flight to Kayseri (~1.5 hours). Arrival and transfer to Cappadocia hotel. Evening free.

Overnight: Cave Hotel
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 – North Cappadocia Tour

Optional hot air balloon ride (additional cost).

Tour highlights:

• Devrent Valley – Imaginative rock formations

• Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley) – Iconic fairy chimneys

• Avanos – Pottery workshop along the Red River

• Zelve Open Air Museum – Ancient cave dwellings

• Uchisar Viewpoint – Panoramic valley vistas

Optional evening activities (extra cost): ATV tour, horseback riding, Whirling Dervish show, Turkish Night Show with dinner.

Overnight: Cave Hotel
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch

Day 5 – South Cappadocia Tour & Flight to Antalya

Morning tour:

• Kaymakli or Ozkonak Underground City – Early Christian refuges

• Red & Rose Valleys – Scenic walks and cave churches

• Cavusin Village – Historic rock houses

Evening transfer to airport for flight to Antalya via Istanbul. Arrival and hotel check-in.

Overnight: Boutique Hotel
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch

Day 6 – Perge, Aspendos & Side Tour

Full-day guided tour:

• Perge – Ancient Roman city with colonnaded streets

• Aspendos Theatre – World’s best-preserved Roman theater

• Side – Temple of Apollo and Ancient Theater

• Manavgat Waterfall – Scenic stop on the way back

Return to Antalya hotel in the evening.

Overnight: Boutique Hotel
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch

Day 7 – Free Morning in Antalya | Flight Back to Istanbul

Morning free to explore Kaleiçi Old Town, the marina, or Antalya beaches. Afternoon/evening transfer to Antalya Airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Arrival and hotel transfer.

Overnight: Boutique Hotel
Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 – Departure from Istanbul

After breakfast, check out (before 12:00 PM) and transfer to Istanbul International Airport. Tour concludes.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

• All airport and hotel transfers as specified

• Domestic flights: Istanbul → Cappadocia → Antalya → Istanbul

• 3 nights Istanbul, 2 nights Cappadocia, 2 nights Antalya

• Professional English-speaking guides during all tours

• All visits and entrance fees as per itinerary

• Meals as specified (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch)

• Comfortable air-conditioned vehicles

• Local taxes & service charges

Not Included

• • International flights

  • Turkey visa

  • Optional hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia

  • Optional tours & activities (ATV, horseback riding, Turkish Night)

  • Dinners and drinks

  • Personal expenses & tips

  • Travel insurance (recommended)