Turkey Itinerary
Turkey, known as the bridge between Europe and Asia, is also known for its culture, history, food, and natural beauty. Turkey offers a rich tapestry of experiences, from the bustling streets of Istanbul, known for its diverse culture, beautiful architecture, and street cats, to the breathtaking landscapes of Cappadocia, famous for its hot air balloon rides, hiking, and adventure sports. Antalya, a city of ancient wonders, boasts the world's second-longest cable ride and offers numerous outdoor activities, including canyon hikes and aquatic adventures. Van is ideal for hikers, offering stunning views of Lake Van and opportunities for shopping unique items like 22k gold and gemstones. Izmir provides a relaxed atmosphere with beautiful Aegean Sea views, delicious local cuisine, and easy access to beach towns, blending city life with a tropical feel.
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Istanbul
The forefront of Turkey where you will find a little bit of everything from amazing boat rides, beautiful islands and architecture. For the cat lovers, your biggest expense wont be food for yourself, but to fill the bellies of hundreds of thousands of your favorite four-legged friends roaming the streets. If you are wanting a diverse cultural experience this is where you will want to be!
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Cappadocia
This is where you will see the infamous hot air balloons that litter the skies in Turkey but there is so much more adventure this city has to offer such as incomparable hiking views, ATV riding, horseback experiences through caves and mountains and so much more.
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Antalya
Antalya holds not only the countries most ancient cities but also the worlds 2nd longest cable ride where you will experience the outstanding beauty of the city below you. Antalya offers a wide range of canyons to hike, zipline, and take a boat ride through as well as multiple other aquatic adventures.
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Van
A hikers dream where you have the luxury of hiking a full mountain or driving up part of the way to hike the rest. You can catch the best deals on clothing and amazing quality 22k gold as well as other rare gemstones. A city that no matter where you go you have an impeccable view of Lake Van.
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Izmir
A large city twice the land mass of Istanbul but a quarter of the population without the annoying tourists. Thanks to the geographical layout, you will never miss a mesmerizing sunset where you can look out and see the Aegean Sea while enjoying the most mouth watering kebabs and shawarmas. With a beach town a short bus ride away you will get a vibe of hometown and tropics all in one.
Day 1
Yapi Kredi Bomontiada — Go inside Musuem, walk around & play with kitties
Yildiz Park — Walk the park, eat at the top, feed some ducks
Walk around Cihangir
Walk around Cukurcuma
Walk around Karakoy
Galata — Sunset
day 2
Walk around the Grand Bazaar
Blue Mosque
Basilica Cistern
Topkapi Palace Museum
Kariye Mosque
Walk around Fener
Walk around Balat — To to a rooftop for Sunset
Day 3
Prince’s Islands — Heybeliada and/or Buyukada
Camlica Hill — Sunset
Uskudar Sahil Yolu & Maiden’s Tower
Day 7
Duden Waterfalls
Antalya Bugg-Quad Safari Adventure Off-Road (Go to the food hut at the bottom afterwards)
Perge Ancient City
Day 4
Hot air baloon ride
Hiking
Horse Riding
Explore Goreme
Day 6
Goynuk Canyon — ziplining & canyoning (hiking through the canyon in water)
Olympos Teleferik
Phaselis Ancient City
Walk around old town
7-9 Night Itinerary
3-4 nights in Istanbul
(stay in Kadikoy or Beyoglu)
2-3 nights in Cappadocia
(stay in Goreme, a cave hotel if you want to splurge)
2-3 nights in Antalya
(stay in Old Town)
Day 5
Adrenaline Quad Bike
Goreme Open Air Museum
Hiking
Explore Goreme
Day 1
Yapi Kredi Bomontiada — Go inside Musuem, walk around & play with kitties
Yildiz Park — Walk the park, eat at the top, feed some ducks
Walk around Cihangir
Walk around Cukurcuma
Walk around Karakoy
Galata — Sunset
10-12 Night Itinerary
Day 8
Goynuk Canyon — ziplining & canyoning (hiking through the canyon in water)
Lycian Way — beautiful hiking trail
Walk around old town
3-4 nights in Istanbul
(stay in Kadikoy or Beyoglu)
2-3 nights in Cappadocia
(stay in Goreme, a cave hotel if you want to splurge)
2-3 nights in Van
(stay anywhere in Van City)
3-4 nights in Antalya
(stay in Old Town)
Day 2
Walk around the Grand Bazaar
Blue Mosque
Basilica Cistern
Topkapi Palace Museum
Kariye Mosque
Walk around Fener
Walk around Balat — To to a rooftop for Sunset
Day 3
Prince’s Islands — Heybeliada and/or Buyukada
Camlica Hill — Sunset
Uskudar Sahil Yolu & Maiden’s Tower
Day 4
Hot air baloon ride
Hiking
Horse Riding
Explore Goreme
Day 6
Muradian Falls
Van Cat House
Carpanak Burnu — Sunset
Day 5
Adrenaline Quad Bike
Goreme Open Air Museum
Hiking
Explore Goreme
Day 7
Van Castle
Shop at Van AVM
Akdamar Iskelelsi — Sunset (As long as boat will still run after)
If feeling adventurous drive up to the top of Mount Artos and watch the sunset there
Day 9
Olympos Teleferik
Phaselis Ancient City
Walk around old town
Day 10
Duden Waterfalls
Antalya Bugg-Quad Safari
Adventure Off-Road (Go to the food hut at the bottom afterwards)
Perge Ancient City
Day 1
Yapi Kredi Bomontiada — Go inside Musuem, walk around & play with kitties
Yildiz Park — Walk the park, eat at the top, feed some ducks
Walk around Cihangir
Walk around Cukurcuma
Walk around Karakoy
Galata — Sunset
14-16 Night Itinerary
Day 7
Goynuk Canyon — ziplining & canyoning (hiking through the canyon in water)
Lycian Way — beautiful hiking trail
Walk around old town
4-5 nights in Istanbul
(stay in Kadikoy or Beyoglu)
2-3 nights in Van
(stay anywhere in Van City)
3-4 nights in Antalya
(stay in Old Town)
2-3 nights in Cappadocia
(stay in Goreme, a cave hotel if you want to splurge)
2-3 nights in Izmir
(stay near Guzelyurt)
Day 2
Walk around the Grand Bazaar
Blue Mosque
Basilica Cistern
Topkapi Palace Museum
Kariye Mosque
Walk around Fener
Walk around Balat — To to a rooftop for Sunset
Day 12
Walk through Kordon
Walk around Kültürpark İzmir
Kadifekale for amazing views of the city
Agora Ören Yeri Museum
Kemeraltı Bazaar
İzmir Clock Tower — Sunset
Asansör Cafe Restoran for Dinner and views
Day 3
Prince’s Islands — Heybeliada and/or Buyukada
Day 5
Muradian Falls
Van Cat House
Carpanak Burnu — Sunset
Day 8
Olympos Teleferik
Phaselis Ancient City
Walk around old town
Day 10
Hot air baloon ride
Hiking
Horse Riding
Explore Goreme
Day 6
Van Castle
Shop at Van AVM
Akdamar Iskelelsi — Sunset (As long as boat will still run after)
If feeling adventurous drive up to the top of Mount Artos and watch the sunset there
Day 11
Adrenaline Quad Bike
Goreme Open Air Museum
Hiking
Explore Goreme
Day 13
Walk around Alacati town
Deliki Bay
Walk around Cesme town
Boyalik Public Beach
Day 9
Duden Waterfalls
Antalya Bugg-Quad Safari Adventure Off-Road (Go to the food hut at the bottom afterwards)
Perge Ancient City
Day 4
Pack up
Walk around Kadikoy & Moda
Camlica Hill — Sunset
Uskudar Sahil Yolu & Maiden’s Tower
Day 14
Explore Ephesus Ancient City