A long beach below rocky mountains on the Antalya coast, Turkey

Turkey · 7 nights, 8 days

Grand Turkey: Istanbul, Cappadocia & Antalya

from ₹70,300 per person, twin sharing, flights extra

Istanbul to Büyükada to Cappadocia to Antalya

About this trip

One week, three sides of Turkey. Istanbul’s old city and the Princes’ Islands, the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, then the Turquoise Coast at Antalya. Shared guided tours with private airport transfers.

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Who this version is for

Our longest Turkey trip, joining Istanbul & Cappadocia and Istanbul & the Antalya Coast into one week. After three nights in Istanbul you fly to Cappadocia for two nights. Then you fly on to Antalya for two more, so you never go back to Istanbul. That means two internal flights, booked at the day’s fare and outside the price, and three hotels. It suits a first visit with a full week to spend. With five nights, choose one of the two shorter trips.

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Length
7 nights, 8 days
Route
Istanbul to Büyükada to Cappadocia to Antalya

Turkey at a glance

  • Best Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct Spring and autumn
  • e-Visa or visa centre Depends on your other visas
  • Honeymoon
  • Heritage
  • Beach
  • Adventure

Highlights

  • Blue Mosque and the old Hippodrome
  • Ferry to Büyükada in the Princes’ Islands
  • Fairy chimneys of Paşabağ and Devrent
  • Optional (extra cost): sunrise balloon flight
  • Boat ride along the Antalya cliffs
  • Kaleiçi old town and Karpuzkaldıran Waterfall

Route

  1. Istanbul
  2. Büyükada
  3. Cappadocia
  4. Antalya
  • Hotel
  • Breakfast
  • Transfers
  • Sightseeing

Day by day

  1. Day 1:Arrive Istanbul

    Day one of three regions: our driver meets you at Istanbul Airport and takes you to your hotel, with the rest of the day free.

    • Meet and greet at Istanbul Airport
    • Private transfer to the hotel
    • Free evening

    Meals:No meals

  2. Day 2:Old Istanbul

    A guided morning around Sultanahmet: the Blue Mosque and the old Hippodrome, with Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace seen from outside. Then lunch and time in the Grand Bazaar.

    • Blue Mosque
    • Hippodrome, Obelisk of Theodosius and Serpentine Column
    • Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace (from outside)
    • Grand Bazaar
    • Lunch at a local restaurant

    Meals:Breakfast & Lunch

  3. Day 3:Princes’ Islands

    A ferry day out to Büyükada, the biggest of the car-free Princes’ Islands. Lunch, then free time to cycle, walk up to Aya Yorgi church or sit by the sea.

    • Ferry to the Princes’ Islands
    • Büyükada island
    • Lunch at a local restaurant
    • Optional (extra cost): bike hire or Aya Yorgi church in your free time, paid locally

    Meals:Breakfast & Lunch

  4. Day 4:Fly to Cappadocia

    Check out and fly to Kayseri or Nevşehir. Our driver meets you and takes you to your hotel (about 1.5 hours). The rest of the day is free.

    • Transfer to Istanbul Airport
    • Flight to Kayseri or Nevşehir (not included)
    • Private transfer to your Cappadocia hotel
    • Free evening

    Meals:Breakfast

  5. Day 5:Cappadocia Valleys

    A guided day in northern Cappadocia: fairy chimneys, rock-cut churches, a pottery town and the view from Uçhisar Castle.

    • Optional (extra cost): sunrise hot-air balloon flight
    • Paşabağ (Monks Valley)
    • Zelve Open Air Museum
    • Devrent (Imagination) Valley
    • Avanos pottery workshop
    • Uçhisar Castle viewpoint
    • Lunch at a local restaurant

    Meals:Breakfast & Lunch

  6. Day 6:Fly to Antalya

    Check out and fly from Cappadocia to Antalya. Our driver meets you and takes you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.

    • Transfer to Kayseri or Nevşehir airport
    • Flight to Antalya (not included)
    • Private transfer to your Antalya hotel
    • Free evening

    Meals:Breakfast

  7. Day 7:Antalya Old Town & Waterfall

    A guided day on the Turquoise Coast, starting with a boat ride along the cliffs. Then the lanes of Kaleiçi old town and the waterfall that drops straight into the sea.

    • Boat ride along the Antalya coast
    • Kaleiçi old town
    • Hadrian’s Gate and the Yivli (Grooved) Minaret
    • Karpuzkaldıran Waterfall
    • Lunch at a local restaurant

    Meals:Breakfast & Lunch

  8. Day 8:Departure

    Check out and transfer to Antalya Airport for your flight home.

    • Check-out
    • Private transfer to Antalya Airport
    • Departure

    Meals:Breakfast

What the price covers

Included

  • 3 nights in Istanbul, 2 nights in Cappadocia and 2 nights in Antalya in 3-star hotels (or similar), twin sharing
  • 4-star and 5-star upgrades available
  • Daily breakfast and lunch on touring days
  • Shared guided tours with an English-speaking guide
  • Private airport transfers
  • Entry fees where the plan includes a visit inside

Not included

  • International flights
  • Flights Istanbul → Cappadocia and Cappadocia → Antalya (booked at the day’s fare)
  • Turkey visa and travel insurance
  • Entry tickets to Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and other museums seen from outside
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Meals not listed, drinks and personal expenses
  • Transfers from Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW): €12 extra each way
  • City tax some hotels charge on the spot

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Before you ask

What does the price cover?

It is the lowest price per person for this trip, with two people sharing a room, for what the trip lists as included. Hotel standard: 3-star hotels. Flights from your city are quoted separately. Indicative price: it can change with dates and availability. Ask us for today’s price for your dates.

Do I need a visa?

Indian passport holders with a valid US, UK, Schengen or Irish visa can get Turkey’s e-visa online; others apply for a visa through the visa centre, by appointment. We apply for either for you; the embassy decides.

When is the best time to go?

April to June and September to October are best. July and August are hot and busy on the coast; winter can bring snow to Cappadocia.

Can you change this trip?

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