This six-day journey links Turkey’s capital with the Aegean coast and Istanbul, combining short domestic flights with fully guided sightseeing. It begins with a flight from Ankara to Izmir and a transfer to the seaside resort of Kusadasi, where the first evening is yours to settle in by the sea.
On the second day a local guide drives you inland to Pamukkale. Above the dazzling white travertine terraces lies Hierapolis, an ancient spa city whose necropolis is among the largest in Anatolia. You walk past its Roman baths, the Domitian gateway and the colonnaded main avenue, then step onto the terraces themselves, shaped over millennia by warm, mineral-rich spring water. Swimming in the antique thermal pool is possible for an extra fee, so bring a swimsuit if you would like to try it.
Day three is devoted to Ephesus. The visit opens at the lone column of the Temple of Artemis, a wonder of the ancient world, before you explore the marble streets of the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the Mediterranean. After lunch you continue to the House of the Virgin Mary, a place of pilgrimage for both Christians and Muslims, and the Isabey Mosque in Selcuk. In the evening you fly from Izmir to Istanbul.
Istanbul fills the final days. A guided walk through the historic peninsula covers Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace and the tombs of the sultans. The next afternoon combines a Bosphorus cruise between Europe and Asia with a drive along the Golden Horn to Pierre Loti Hill and a cable-car ride back down. On the last morning you have free time before your airport transfer.
Five nights with breakfast, lunches on the main touring days, guided tours, domestic flights and all ground transport are included, making this a compact way to see three of Turkey’s great highlights from a single starting point in Ankara.
| Tour type | Shared small group · multi-day tour |
|---|---|
| Duration | 6 Days 5 Nights |
| Price | From €1,105 per person |
| Departures | Every day |
| Guide | English-speaking licensed guide |
| Stops | 6 |
| Entrance fees | Not included (paid on site) |
| Booking | Instant request online, confirmation within 24 hours · TÜRSAB-licensed operator (A-5751) |
Your full program, day by day — click a day to see every stop.
Morning departure from Ankara on a domestic flight to Izmir. Upon arrival at Adnan Menderes Airport, a driver meets you and transfers you to your hotel in Kusadasi. The remainder of the day is at leisure, allowing you to settle in and enjoy the Aegean coast.
After breakfast, you are collected and driven to Pamukkale. The guide leads you through the ancient city of Hierapolis, pointing out the vast necropolis, the Roman baths, the Domitian and Byzantine gateways and the colonnaded avenue. You then wander the iconic white calcium terraces, with the option to swim in the thermal pool for an extra fee. The day ends with a return to Kusadasi for an overnight stay.
After breakfast your guide collects you from the hotel for the short drive to the archaeological site of Ephesus. Highlights include the Temple of Artemis, the grand theater, the Library of Celsus and the marble streets of the ancient city. After lunch, you visit the House of the Virgin Mary and the historic Isabey Mosque before heading back to the airport for a flight to Istanbul, where you are escorted to your hotel.
Full‑day guided tour of Istanbul’s historic peninsula. You explore Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the ancient Hippodrome, the opulent Topkapi Palace Museum and the tombs of the sultans. The itinerary provides insight into both Byzantine and Ottoman legacies before returning to your hotel.
Enjoy a free morning before being picked up at 13:30 for a combined bus, boat and cable‑car experience. A Bosphorus cruise reveals the city’s skyline from both the European and Asian shores. The journey continues to the Golden Horn, where you drive up Pierre Loti Hill for sweeping views of the inlet and ride the cable car back down. The tour concludes with a transfer back to the hotel.
After breakfast and a final period of free time, you check out and are driven to Istanbul airport for your onward flight. The tour ends with fond memories of Turkey’s diverse heritage.
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Kusadasi → Pamukkale → Ephesus & Istanbul → Istanbul Old City → Bosphorus Cruise → Departure
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My husband and I chose Inca Tour for our honeymoon and we are so glad we did. The boutique hotel selection was beautiful and the Bosphorus dinner cruise was so romantic. Thank you for making our trip special!
It was important for us to have a guide who spoke Russian, and Ender was wonderful. He explained every detail at Dolmabahce Palace. The Princes Islands day trip was a beautiful break from the busy city.
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Ender was our Italian-speaking guide and we felt like family. He took us to local spots tourists never see. The hotel choice in Sultanahmet was perfect for walking everywhere.
10+ years later we still talk about our Cappadocia balloon ride and the Bosphorus sunset cruise. Some memories are timeless. Thank you Inca Tour!