Turkey in 9 Days: 3 Recommended 9-Day Itineraries to Turkey
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Turkey 9-Day Itinerary Options
Are you planning to spend 9 days in Turkey? Our unique Turkey 9-day itinerary options will take you to discover ancient ruins in Ephesus, ride a hot air balloon in Cappadocia, and hop on a gulet cruise in Fethiye. Let's find out more.
Itinerary #1: Best Highlights of Turkey
| Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
| Day 1 | Fly to Izmir and explore Ephesus | History | Izmir |
| Day 2 | Soak and relax in Pamukkale | Relaxation & history | Kusadasi |
| Day 3 | Fly to Antalya | Transfer | Antalya |
| Day 4 | Discover the Roman theater of Aspendos | Sightseeing | Antalya |
| Day 5 | Tour Antalya | Free day | Antalya |
| Day 6 | Journey to Cappadocia via Konya | Sightseeing | Cappadocia |
| Day 7 | Adventure around Northern Cappadocia | Hot air balloon ride | Cappadocia |
| Day 8 | Spend the day in Southern Cappadocia | Sightseeing | Cappadocia |
| Day 9 | Return to Istanbul | Departure |
Spend 9 days in Turkey exploring all the major tourist hotspots, from the ancient wonders of Ephesus, such as the Library of Celsus and the Agora of Izmir, to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hierapolis with its relaxing calcium-filled natural spas. Then head to Aspendos and enjoy spending your days exploring the ancient city of Perge. Dive in crystal clear waters on a boat trip in Antalya, known for its beautiful Roman old town and soft, sandy beaches. Visit Mevlana Museum, the school of whirling dervishes in Konya. Now for some adventure, hike around the Valley of Love in Cappadocia. After this, explore the underground city of Goreme Open Air Museum in Northern Cappadocia, known as one of the earliest civilizations in the world and made famous by the fairy chimneys and hot air balloons, before returning to the hub of activity that is Istanbul. See all tour packages in Turkey.
Itinerary #2: Turkey Highlights with Seven Churches
| Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
| Day 1 | Start your trip in Istanbul | Arrival & cruise | Istanbul |
| Day 2 | Explore the Old City of Istanbul | Sightseeing | Istanbul |
| Day 3 | Journey to the ancient cities of Smyrna and Pergamon | History | Kusadasi |
| Day 4 | Dive into history in Ephesus | History | Izmir |
| Day 5 | Visit Sardis and Laodicea | Sightseeing | Pamukkale |
| Day 6 | Soak up the relaxing vibes in Pamukkale | Free day | Pamukkale |
| Day 7 | Explore the underground cities of Kaymakli in Cappadocia | Sightseeing | Cappadocia |
| Day 8 | Spend the day at Göreme Open Air Museum | Sightseeing | Cappadocia |
| Day 9 | Journey to Ankara for onward travel | Departure |
Wander around the Grand Bazaar, Basilica Cistern, and Istanbul Archeological Museum in thriving Istanbul, full of Ottoman history and architecture. Travel back in time to ancient Roman and Greek influences by traveling to Ephesus, Pergamon, and Smyrna. These sites are home to one of the seven Christian churches in Asia Minor, the Altar of Zeus, and the Temple of Artemis. After all of this wandering, soak your sore feet in the natural mineral pools of Pamukkale. Then, journey to the fairy chimneys, the underground cities of Kaymakli and Derinkuyu (known as one of the earliest civilizations in the world), and the hot air balloon-filled skies of Cappadocia.
Itinerary #3: Wonders of Aegean With Gulet Cruise
| Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
| Day 1 | Welcome to Istanbul | Arrival | Istanbul |
| Day 2 | Wander around the Old City of Istanbul | Sightseeing | Istanbul |
| Day 3 | Explore the WWI Gallipoli Battlefields | History | Canakkale |
| Day 4 | Visit the ancient city of Troy | History | Izmir |
| Day 5 | Enjoy the ancient city of Ephesus | History | Izmir |
| Day 6 | Sail on a gulet from Antalya | Cruise | Antalya |
| Day 7 | Cruise around Sarsala Bay | Cruise | Fethiye |
| Day 8 | Snorkel around the islands of Fethiye | Cruise | Fethiye |
| Day 9 | End your trip in Fethiye | Departure |
Spend your days getting lost in the labyrinthine streets of Istanbul in between the St. Sophia Museum and Galata Tower before learning more about modern history at ANZAC Cove in Gallipoli. With a combination of ancient wonders like the mythical battlegrounds of Troy, the Temple of Hadrian, and the ruins of Agora at Ephesus, to the Roman baths at Hamam Bay, you can enjoy history and relaxation in tandem. Enjoy the best of both worlds during your 9 days in Turkey on a luxurious gulet adventure that takes you from the cobblestone streets of Antalya’s Roman Old Town to stunning islands like the Yassica Islands and Gocek Islands, where you can swim in the open water. Finish up in the nightlife hub of Fethiye, which is full of beautiful beaches and an excellent hiking spot. You can also check out the ancient Lycian Way hiking trail. Describe your ideal 9-day holiday for a customized trip to Turkey.
Planning 9-day Itinerary of Turkey?
So, with 9 days in Turkey, you can pack in historic hotspots like Ephesus, Troy, and Gallipoli, alongside relaxing destinations like Fethiye and Pamukkale, and cultural wonders like Cappadocia and Istanbul. But if you have more or less time on your hands, check out our other duration-based Turkish guides here.
If you need a hand with your Turkey 9-day itinerary plan, get in touch with our in-country travel experts in Turkey who can shape a bespoke itinerary especially for you. Also, check out our handy guide on the best time to visit Turkey.
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