Classic 11 Days Max People: 8
Best of Turkey Tour
Best of Turkey tour is an 11-day and 10-night small group or private package including 7 UNESCO World Heritage sites. From Istanbul and Troy to Ephesus, Aphrodisias, Pamukkale, Konya, and Cappadocia, this is the core Turkey circuit with experienced licensed guides.
Price: $2,990
Availability: All Year
Route: Istanbul to Istanbul
Itinerary Overview
Day 1
ISTANBUL WELCOME (UNESCO World Heritage Site) / ARRIVAL
- Begin your Turkish adventure with a warm welcome at Istanbul Airport, transfer to your centrally located accommodation, and enjoy leisure time in the city. Overnight: 5-Star Holiday Inn Istanbul City.
Day 2
ISTANBUL HISTORIC TREASURES (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Visit Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the ancient Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar. Travel Distance: 5 km. Included Meal: Breakfast. Overnight: 5-Star Holiday Inn Istanbul City.
Day 3
GALLIPOLI PENINSULA & CANAKKALE CROSSING
- Explore the Spice Bazaar and Rustem Pasha Mosque, then journey to Gallipoli to visit ANZAC Cove, Chunuk Bair, and Lone Pine before crossing the Dardanelles to Canakkale. Travel Distance: 320 km. Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner. Overnight: 4-Star Iris Hotel Canakkale.
Day 4
LEGENDARY TROY & ANCIENT PERGAMON (UNESCO World Heritage Sites)
- Step into Troy, continue to Pergamon and the Asklepion healing sanctuary, then travel south to Kusadasi. Travel Distance: 390 km. Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner. Overnight: 5-Star Elite World Hotel Kusadası.
Day 5
MAGNIFICENT EPHESUS & SACRED SITES (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, explore Ephesus with the Celsus Library and Curetes Street, and conclude at the Basilica of St. John. Travel Distance: 30 km. Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner. Overnight: 5-Star Elite World Hotel Kusadası.
Day 6
APHRODISIAS ARTISTRY & PAMUKKALE WONDERS (UNESCO World Heritage Sites)
- Discover Aphrodisias, continue to Laodicea, then arrive at Pamukkale and Hierapolis. Travel Distance: 280 km. Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner. Overnight: 5-Star Hierapark Hotel.
Day 7
CATALHOYUK PREHISTORY & KONYA MYSTICISM (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Journey to Çatalhöyük, continue to Konya, and explore the Mevlana Museum and Sufi heritage. Travel Distance: 390 km. Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner. Overnight: 5-Star Bayir Diamond Hotel Konya.
Day 8
CAPPADOCIA'S UNDERGROUND MARVELS (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Depart Konya for Cappadocia, descend into an underground city, take in Uchisar and Ortahisar viewpoints, and witness traditional carpet weaving. Travel Distance: 220 km. Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner. Overnight: MDC Cave Hotel Cappadocia.
Day 9
CAPPADOCIA'S HIDDEN VALLEYS (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Explore Magic Valley, Zelve Valley, Pasabag, the Göreme Open Air Museum, and Avanos pottery traditions. Optional enhancement: sunrise hot air balloon adventure. Travel Distance: 40 km. Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner. Overnight: MDC Cave Hotel Cappadocia.
Day 10
RETURN TO ISTANBUL
- Morning flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul with hotel transfer and leisure time on arrival. Included Meal: Breakfast. Overnight: 5-Star Holiday Inn Istanbul City.
Day 11
DEPARTURE FROM ISTANBUL
- Breakfast and airport transfer for your international departure. Included Meal: Breakfast.
2026 Departure Dates
April 3–13
April 17–27
May 1–11
May 16–26
May 29 – June 8
June 12–22
August 28 – September 7
September 11–21
October 2–12
October 16–26
October 30 – November 9
December 18–28
What's Included
- Air fares from Cappadocia to Istanbul
- Fast track museum pass to all sites in Turkey
- 10 nights hotel accommodation
- 10 breakfast, 8 dinner
- Private tour guide
- Entrance fees
- All transportation in latest model private tour van
Price Excludes
- - Gratitude for guide and driver
- - Any private expenses