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09/16/26 – Arrive in Istanbul
Touchdown in Istanbul, the city straddling two continents. After settling in, take a leisurely evening stroll along the Bosphorus or sip Turkish tea while watching the sun dip behind minarets and domes—it’s the perfect welcome to Turkey.
09/17/26 – Drive to Çanakkale & Gallipoli Battlefield
Hit the road early toward Çanakkale. Stop at Gallipoli, where history whispers through the rugged cliffs and beaches. Walk the memorials and trenches, feeling the weight of the past and the courage of those who fought here.
09/18/26 – Troy & Çanakkale Naval Museum
Visit Troy, the city of legend, where ancient walls and the famous wooden horse spark the imagination. Later, explore the Çanakkale Naval Museum, and don’t miss the submarine display—a dive into Turkey’s maritime history.
09/19/26 – Pergamum on the way to Kuşadası
Pause at Pergamum, an ancient city perched high with breathtaking theater ruins and a famed library once rivaling Alexandria. Continue to Kuşadası, a charming coastal town with vibrant streets and a relaxed harbor vibe.
09/20/26 – Ephesus & Şirince
Wander through Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world—imagine marble streets bustling with life centuries ago. In the afternoon, visit Şirince, a hill village known for its sweet wines and Ottoman-era charm.
09/21/26 – Didyma & Bodrum
Start at the Temple of Apollo in Didyma, where towering columns and echoes of oracles transport you back to antiquity. Head to Bodrum, where history meets turquoise waters. Explore Bodrum Castle and the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders, now a romantic ruin by the sea.
09/22/26 – Aphrodisias & Laodicea, drive to Pamukkale
Marvel at Aphrodisias, a city dedicated to Aphrodite, with its elegant marble stadium and sacred monuments. Stop by Laodicea, with its ancient theaters and colonnaded streets, then drive toward Pamukkale, arriving just in time for sunset over the famous white terraces.
09/23/26 – Hierapolis & Pamukkale Terraces, drive to Konya
Explore Hierapolis, wandering through ancient baths, theaters, and sacred sites. Descend onto the dazzling travertine terraces of Pamukkale, where natural hot springs create surreal, sparkling pools. Later, drive to Konya, the spiritual heartland of Turkey.
09/24/26 – Konya: Whirling Dervish School, Sultanhani Caravanserai & Ihlara Canyon
Morning tour of Konya: witness the serene Whirling Dervishes in motion, feel the history in the Sultanhani Caravanserai, and hike the Ihlara Canyon, a green ribbon of beauty carved by the Melendiz River.
09/26/26 – Cappadocia Tour
Step into a fairy-tale landscape in Cappadocia. Explore cave dwellings, underground cities, and surreal rock formations sculpted by wind and time. Sunset over the valleys is a magical highlight.
09/26/26 – Cappadocia Tour & flight to Istanbul
Another day in Cappadocia: take a hot air balloon ride at dawn or wander through fairy chimneys and ancient rock churches.
Fly back to Istanbul in the evening, transfer to your hotel, and enjoy a final night soaking in the city lights.
09/27/26 – Fly Home
Time to say goodbye to Turkey, carrying memories of ancient cities, serene landscapes, and vibrant culture back home.
