Turkey Highlights by Air: 8-Day Small Group Tour
This 8-day Turkey tour links Istanbul, Pamukkale, Ephesus and Cappadocia by domestic flights, keeping travel time down and the route practical for a small group departure. The trip begins in Istanbul with time to settle in before a Bosphorus cruise and Spice Market visit. It then continues to Pamukkale for the travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis, before moving on to Ephesus and then Cappadocia. In Cappadocia, the program includes Göreme, Çavuşin, Paşabağ and Avanos, with free time on the final day before the flight back to Istanbul. Guided sightseeing, airport transfers, domestic flights and selected meals are included. The trip also allows for optional experiences such as a hot air balloon flight in Cappadocia, which is not part of the tour price.
Key details
8 days
7 nights
Route
Turkey
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Duration
8 days
Travel style
Small groups
Category
Multi-day tour
Highlights
- Multi-day tour
- Ancient Wonders
- Family
- Group
Itinerary
- 1
Istanbul
Arrival in Istanbul
Meet at the airport and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free in Istanbul.No meal - 2
Kusadasi
Bosphorus Cruise and flight to Kusadasi
After breakfast, take a Bosphorus cruise and visit the Spice Market. Later transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Izmir, then continue to Kusadasi and check in at the hotel.Breakfast and lunch - 3
Pamukkale
Pamukkale and Hierapolis
Travel to Pamukkale for a guided visit to the travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis, with lunch included. Return to Kusadasi after the tour.Breakfast and lunch
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- Centrally located hotels or similar in Istanbul, Kusadasi and Cappadocia
- Domestic flights between Istanbul, Izmir and Kayseri
- Professional licensed tour guide
- Selected breakfasts and lunches
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
What's not included
- Ephesus entrance visit
- International flights
- Optional tours
- Personal expenses
- Museum entrance fees
- Gratuities
- Dinner
- Private transportation by van, minivan, minibus or coach
Dates & availability
Select departure month and travellers.
Upcoming departures
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Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.