Turkey: Coastlines & Cappadocia Tour with 8 Reviews by G Adventures

15 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

18 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 39 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Istanbul, Turkey

Ends

Istanbul, Turkey

Highlights

Discover historic cities and extraordinary scenery.

get cultured in local villages.

relax on an afternoon boat trip.

explore the bustling streets of Istanbul.

Itinerary

From Istanbul’s grand palaces to the whimsical landscapes of Cappadocia, "Turkey: Coastlines & Cappadocia" is crafted for young adults eager to uncover the country’s rich tapestry. This 15-day easy-paced journey blends ancient wonders—like Ephesus and the Blue Mosque—with adventures in Pamukkale’s white travertine pools and bustling bazaars. Budget-friendly accommodations and public transport make for authentic encounters with locals, while the itinerary ensures you soak up both culture and natural beauty. What sets this tour package apart? Its unique balance of history, local interaction, and the chance to explore Turkey’s famed coastlines and underground marvels—all with a lively, adventurous spirit.

day 1 - Istanbul

Arrive at any time.

Shake off that jet lag and prepare for an evening buzzing with excitement. Head out with your group and CEO for drinks at a favourite local spot. After, feel free to do some exploring in the area on your own or with some fellow travellers. Kick-off your adventure in Istanbul with lively music, and a healthy dose of fun.
Get the most out of your time in Istanbul by pre-booking the following activity to experience before your tour starts: Istanbul Walking Tour and Bosphorus Cruise. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour.

And don’t worry if you can’t decide now. This activity is available for pre-booking any time before your tour starts, while any of the optional activities listed can be booked independently upon arrival in Istanbul.

Included Activities:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, Connect With New Friends

Optional Activities:Welcome Dinner You've arrived! Why not share a meal and a drink with your new travel mates?, Istanbul Walking Tour and Bosphorus Cruise

day 2 - Istanbul/Ankara

View the sights of Istanbul on an orientation walk with the CEO before travelling by bus to Ankara. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure after checking into the hotel.

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 6.0 hr

Included Activity:Istanbul Orientation Walk Duration : 2.0 hr - 3.0 hr Distance : 3 km

day 3 - Ankara/Cappadocia

After breakfast, visit Ataturk’s Mausoleum before setting off for the Cappadocia region. Make a stop on the way at Salt Lake, the second-largest lake in Turkey and enjoy the rest of the Day to relax or to choose from some of the many optional activities available.

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 3.0 hr - 4.0 hr Distance : 290 km

Included Activity:Visit to the Mausoleum of Atatürk Duration : 1.0 hr - 1.5 hr

Optional Activities:Turkish Night Attend a "Turkish night" and enjoy a delicious multi-course meal followed by local entertainment.

day 4 - Cappadocia

Enjoy some free time this morning. Opt to take part in a Hot Air Balloon excursion before touring the region and visiting the Göreme Open Air Museum. Explore the unique Open Air Museum, a site made up of a number of medieval painted cave churches. Carved by Orthodox monks, many of the churches are up to 1,000 years old and still retain their amazing colour and vibrancy.
One of the best ways to explore Cappadocia is on foot. Opt to join a trekking tour through one of the beautiful valleys. Ask your CEO about the many other walking and hiking options available in the area.

Meal:Breakfast

Included Activity:Göreme Open Air Museum Visit Duration : 2.0 hr

Optional Activities:Whirling Dervishes Witness this spellbinding dance-like worship, practiced by followers of the Mevlevilik Sufi order., Cappadocia Trekking Tour Explore Cappadocia by foot and trek past old houses, churches, and orchards, all boasting fabulous views. Finish the trek in the town of Uçhisar, which is well worth exploring. Be sure to see the natural castle-like fortress that's riddled with man-made cave homes and dovecotes, and dominates the skyline of Cappadocia. This is a great place to take a lunch break in one of the many restaurants before catching a local bus back to Göreme., Hot Air Balloon Ride

day 5 - Overnight bus from Cappadocia to Olympos

Enjoy more free time to explore beautiful Cappadocia. If interested, your CEO can arrange an optional tour to explore different areas of this vast area. Opt for a soak in a Turkish Bath before your overnight bus to Antalya.

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Overnight Bus Duration : 8.0 hr

Optional Activities:Turkish Bath Take along a towel, soap, and shampoo, and enjoy a scrub like no other. Then experience a traditional foam massage, included in the entrance fee. Get some tips from the friendly locals – they’ll show you the correct protocol. Make sure to check the hours as the bathhouses are strictly segregated, usually being used by men in the morning and evenings, and women in the afternoons., Pottery Center Visit Learn more about the infamous local art of pottery making and take advantage of the opportunity to create your own masterpiece.

day 6 - Olympos

Upon arrival to Antalya, continue to the village of Olympos on the Mediterranean coast. Relax and enjoy the beaches of Olympos. Opt to set off on a walk to see the flames of Mount Olympos at night.
In the morning, set off for a journey along the coast. Passing through the stark Anatolian landscape, enter the richly forested mountain region which leads to the coast and the small village of Olympos. There is time to relax and hit the beach before opting to take a short drive in the evening to Olympos Mountain. Enjoy a brief walk to see the spectacle of the chimera, a phenomenon where flames mysteriously rise from cracks within the local rocks.

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Local Bus Duration : 2.0 hr

Optional Activities:Olympos Mountain Flames Walk

day 7 - Olympos/Kekova

Continue to the beautiful coastal village of Kekova and spend the afternoon onboard a boat in the Mediterranean Sea. Enjoy a freshly prepared dinner before disembarking the boat and driving to our hotel for the evening.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Transport:Local Bus Duration : 2.5 hr - 3.0 hr Distance : 165 km

Included Activity:Afternoon Boat Trip

day 8 - Kekova/Fethiye

From Ucagiz continue exploring the Turquoise Coast to the coastal town of Fethiye.

Meal:Breakfast

day 9 - Fethiye

Enjoy free time to explore Fethiye. Opt for a boat trip to it's near-shore islands, hike to Oludeniz lagoon or visit Butterfly valley.

Meal:Breakfast

day 10 - Fethiye/Pamukkale

Enjoy free time to visit the beautiful white cliffs of Pamukkale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the ancient site of Hierapolis.
Time to leave sea level behind, passing through fruit orchards we make our way to Pamukkale. In the afternoon, opt to visit the famous white cliffs of Pamukkale.

We also have the opportunity to explore the ancient site of Hierapolis built on top of the white "castle". This UNESCO World Heritage Site is evidence that the hot springs of Pamukkale were used as a spa since the 2nd century BC.

Meal:Breakfast

Included Activity:Hierapolis and Pamukkale Visit Duration : 2.0 hr - 3.0 hr

Optional Activities:Swim in an Ancient Pool

day 11 - Pamukkale/Selçuk

Head back to the coastal town of Selçuk. In the late afternoon visit one of the best preserved sites, Ephesus.
Visit the ruins of the ancient Roman town of Ephesus. One of the foremost cities of the world in its time, with a strategic location on the trade route, this well-preserved city is one of the best places in the world to get a real feeling of what life must have been like during Roman times.

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Local Bus Duration : 3.0 hr

Included Activity:Ephesus Visit Duration : 2.0 hr - 3.0 hr

day 12 - Selçuk

Enjoy free time for an optional traditional Selcuk cooking class.

Meal:Breakfast

Optional Activities:Pide Lunch & Demonstration, Selcuk

day 13 - Selçuk/Çanakkale

Travel north to Canakkale and visit the Legendary Troy en route.
Travel to Çanakkale. On the way, visit the world famous Troy.

Enjoy the harbour town of Çanakkale, a busy port with a thriving student population. Join the crowds as they stroll the waterfront nightly, enjoying the atmosphere of the night.

Meal:Breakfast

Included Activity:Troy Visit Duration : 1.0 hr - 2.0 hr Distance : 1 km

day 14 - Çanakkale/Istanbul

In the morning, option to visit Gallipoli Peninsula before driving to the big city for one last night with the group.
Opt to visit Gallipoli early in the morning, where thousands gave their lives during WWI in the battle of the same name.

We'll continue our journey to Istanbul where there will be the opportunity to continue your sightseeing or get in some last minute shopping. Why not top off a wonderful adventure with an optional dinner at one of Istanbul's atmospheric restaurants.

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Local Bus Duration : 5.0 hr

Included Activity:Big Night Out

Optional Activities:Gallipoli Battlefields Guided Tour Visit this moving and beautiful site, a great complement to any trip to Turkey, even for those not familiar with the Battle of Gallipoli. Tour the grounds to see ANZAC Cove, the war cemeteries, and Lone Pine. Learn how the Turks fought off the numerically superior, but badly commanded, Allied forces who were forced to withdraw nine months later; this battle holds special significance for Australians and New Zealanders, as both nations lost many soldiers.

day 15 - Istanbul

Depart at any time.
Your tour might be finished, but the adventure’s far from over. Pre-book the following activity to experience after your tour ends: Istanbul Walking Tour and Bosphorus Cruise. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night in Istanbul.

And don’t worry if you can’t decide now. This activity is available for pre-booking any time before your tour starts, or it can be booked upon arrival in Istanbul.

Meal:Breakfast

Included Activity:Departure Day

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What's Included

Accommodation

Simple hotels (13 nts), overnight buses (1 nt).

Meals

14 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Note: Allow USD235-305 for meals not included.

Transport

Private bus, boat, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour First Night Out Moment: Connect With New FriendsYour Big Night Out Moment: IstanbulOrientation walk of IstanbulAfternoon boat trip with dinner (Aegean Sea)Göreme Open Air Museum VisitVisit to Pamukkale and the ancient site of HierapolisVisit to EphesusVisit to Troy

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