Best of Turkey — 9N/10D Turkey package

This escorted nine-night Turkey tour, with flights from Mumbai and an air-conditioned coach, traces the country's greatest hits.

Best of Turkey tour package — 9N/10D itinerary, price and inclusions

This escorted nine-night Turkey tour, with flights from Mumbai and an air-conditioned coach, traces the country's greatest hits. You begin amid the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, see a whirling dervish show at Konya, relax on the Mediterranean at Antalya, marvel at the white travertine terraces of Pamukkale, and explore the vast Roman ruins of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary near Kusadasi. Istanbul caps it off with the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and a Bosphorus cruise. Seven Indian dinners and Turkey e-visa assistance are included, plus an optional dawn hot-air balloon over Cappadocia (weather permitting). It is a comprehensive, well-paced introduction to Turkey. starting at INR 2,00,000 per person. Covers Cappadocia 2N, Konya 1N, Antalya 2N, Pamukkale 1N, Kusadasi/Ephesus 1N, Istanbul 2N.

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Best of Turkey day-by-day itinerary (9N/10D)

Day 1: Arrival in Cappadocia

Fly from Mumbai and arrive in Cappadocia. Transfer to your hotel and begin soaking up the region's otherworldly landscape of fairy chimneys and rock valleys. First Indian dinner with the group.

Day 2: Cappadocia sightseeing

Explore the Goreme open-air museum with its rock-cut churches, the fairy chimneys of Pasabag, the castle-town of Uchisar and local craft workshops. Optional dawn hot-air balloon ride at extra cost. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 3: Cappadocia to Konya

Travel to Konya, stopping en route at a Seljuk-era caravanserai. In Konya, visit the Mevlana area associated with the poet Rumi and enjoy a whirling dervish show in the evening. Overnight in Konya.

Day 4: Konya to Antalya

Drive through the Taurus Mountains to Antalya on the Mediterranean coast. Explore the old town of Kaleici with its Roman harbour and Hadrian's Gate, and enjoy the seaside setting. Overnight in Antalya.

Day 5: Antalya at leisure

Enjoy a relaxed day in Antalya with free time for the beach or an optional excursion such as the Duden Waterfalls or a boat trip along the coast. Second night in Antalya.

Day 6: Antalya to Pamukkale

Travel to Pamukkale, the famous Cotton Castle, and walk among its dazzling white travertine terraces of mineral-rich thermal pools, alongside the ancient ruins of Hierapolis. Overnight in Pamukkale.

Day 7: Pamukkale to Kusadasi via Ephesus

Visit the spectacular Roman ruins of Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus and the great theatre, plus the House of the Virgin Mary nearby. Continue to Kusadasi on the Aegean coast. Overnight in Kusadasi.

Day 8: Fly to Istanbul

Transfer to Izmir to fly to Istanbul. On arrival, begin exploring or relax after the journey. Overnight in Istanbul, the city straddling Europe and Asia.

Day 9: Istanbul city tour and Bosphorus

Tour the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome and the Topkapi Palace exterior, plus the Grand Bazaar. Take a Bosphorus cruise past palaces and waterfront mansions. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 10: Departure

After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul airport for your flight back to Mumbai, with nine nights of Turkish highlights behind you.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Indians need a visa for Turkey?

Yes. We assist with the e-visa (around 4,000 rupees) which is straightforward for eligible travellers.

Best season?

April to June and September to October.

Are vegetarian or Jain meals available?

Yes. Seven Indian dinners are included; Jain on request.

How much walking is involved?

Heavy. Pamukkale travertines and Ephesus involve 5 to 8 km on uneven ground.

Is the hot-air balloon worth it?

Yes if weather permits and budget allows; pre-book 2 to 3 days in advance through the tour manager.

Can the itinerary be customised?

Group dates fixed; private versions available.

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