3 Week Turkey Tour Packages

Turkey itineraries for 3 weeks

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• 21 Days in Turkey & Georgia, incl. Istanbul and Tbilisi

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Istanbul & Gallipoli

    Start with an evening walk through Istanbul's historic district. Visit the Grand Bazaar early morning to avoid crowds. Drive 4 hours to Gallipoli Peninsula on Day 2 to visit ANZAC Cove and war cemeteries. Take the ferry to Çanakkale afterward.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Ancient Cities & Selçuk

    Start at Troy's archaeological site before traveling to Ayvalik. Stop by the local women's handicraft cooperative, Çöp(m)adam. Visit Ephesus in Selçuk by 8:30 AM before tour groups arrive. Learn to make traditional pide before taking the overnight train to Cappadocia.

    
  • Days 5-7

    Cappadocia's Wonderland

    "The fairy chimneys of Cappadocia are best explored at sunrise - bring sturdy shoes as the volcanic terrain can be slippery," notes a TourRadar traveler. Visit the Kaymakli underground city and enjoy dinner with locals. Consider a hot air balloon ride if weather permits. Fly back to Istanbul.

    
  • Days 8-10

    Eastern Turkey Adventure

    Fly to Adiyaman to see the Ataturk Dam. Plan your Mount Nemrut visit for sunset but bring warm clothes. Visit ancient Gobekli Tepe before continuing to Urfa.

    
  • Days 11-14

    Lake Van & Turkish-Georgian Border

    See UNESCO-listed Mardin before visiting Lake Van. Take a boat trip to Akdamar Island and explore Van Castle. Visit Ishak Pasha Palace in Dogubeyazit with Mt. Ararat views. Check out the medieval Armenian ruins of Ani in Kars.

    
  • Days 15-17

    Georgian Beginning

    Enter Georgia and head to Tbilisi. Tour the old town and Narikala Fortress. Take a 3.5-hour drive to Stepantsminda to see Gergeti Trinity Church. A traveler advises: "The jeep ride up is bumpy but the mountain views are incredible. Pack motion sickness pills if needed."

    
  • Days 18-21

    Western Georgia & Tbilisi

    Visit Stalin's birthplace in Gori and the cave city of Uplistsikhe. Take a boat through Martvili Canyon in Kutaisi. Finish in Tbilisi with a cooking class at Terragarden and visits to historic churches.

    

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• 20 Day Turkey Itinerary, incl. Istanbul and Cappadocia

  A grand 20-day Turkish adventure covers 1500km across 10 major cities. The carefully curated stays include 4 nights at Istanbul's Levni Hotel and 2 nights at Cappadocia's Gamirasu Hotel, with visits to 6 UNESCO World Heritage sites including Ephesus and Hierapolis.

  

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  • Days 1-4

    Istanbul

    Start your journey in Istanbul's Sultanahmet district, where you'll find a perfect blend of Eastern and Western cultures. Take your first afternoon to walk around and get your bearings. Plan the next three days around major sites like Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia. Get to Topkapi Palace by 9 AM to avoid the crowds. A useful tip for the Grand Bazaar: use the Nuruosmaniye Gate entrance. It's less crowded and makes it easier to find your way around.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Ankara

    Take the 3-hour fast train from Istanbul to Turkey's modern capital. Visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations in the morning when the natural light is perfect for photos. Remember to bring a scarf for the Ataturk Mausoleum as shoulders need to be covered.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Cappadocia

    Most visitors say the hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia's fairy chimneys is unforgettable. Bring warm layers for chilly mornings, even in summer. Wear shoes with good grip for the underground cities. A recent visitor shared: "The Kaymakli Underground City tunnels are narrow - if you're claustrophobic, stay near the entrance levels where spaces are larger."

    
  • Days 9-10

    Konya to Pamukkale

    Visit historic Konya on your way to Pamukkale. Pack water shoes for walking on the travertine terraces. Visit in late afternoon when tour groups have left and you can catch beautiful sunset photos.

    
  • Days 11-12

    Kusadasi & Ephesus

    Stay in Kusadasi while exploring Ephesus. Get to the ancient city at 8 AM opening time to avoid crowds and heat. The Terrace Houses cost extra but show the best-preserved Roman homes you'll find.

    
  • Days 13-14

    Kutahya to Ayvalik

    Travel through Kutahya, Turkey's ceramic hub, before reaching coastal Ayvalik. Look for Greek Orthodox influences in the local buildings and try the region's excellent olive oil.

    
  • Days 15-16

    Canakkale & Gallipoli

    Wear comfortable shoes for Gallipoli as you'll do lots of walking between sites. Summer visits can be very hot with little shade. Try the local seafood restaurants along Canakkale's waterfront.

    
  • Days 17-18

    Bursa to Istanbul

    Visit Bursa's silk bazaars and Ottoman buildings. Get to the Green Mosque before 10 AM for the best photos. Stop at Iznik, known for its beautiful tiles, on your way back to Istanbul.

  • Days 19-20

    Istanbul

    Take a morning Bosphorus cruise for the clearest views. Spend your final evening at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the lit-up mosques.

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• 19 Days in Turkey, incl. Istanbul and Cappadocia

  An immersive 19-day tour through 14 Turkish cities features a 7-day gulet cruise. The route connects 6 UNESCO sites from Istanbul to Cappadocia, including Ephesus Ancient City, Pamukkale terraces, and Goreme Open Air Museum, with 18 breakfasts and 15 dinners included.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Istanbul

    Start in Istanbul's historic heart. Visit the Blue Mosque before 8:30 AM to avoid tour groups. Plan about 3 hours for the Topkapi Palace complex. The Hagia Sophia costs 25 EUR. Book tickets online to skip the lines. Take the 15 EUR Bosphorus cruise in the afternoon but skip the busy 2 PM time slot.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Gallipoli & Troy

    Take the 5-hour drive to Gallipoli. Visit ANZAC Cove and the war memorials. The next day, visit Troy's archaeological site for 27 EUR. Continue to coastal Kusadasi after. Wear sturdy shoes since Troy's ancient stones can be slippery.

    
  • Days 5-7

    Mediterranean Coast

    Start at Ephesus (40 EUR) in the morning before it gets too hot. Head to Fethiye and Saklikent Canyon next. Try paragliding at Oludeniz Beach for 120 EUR but book early in peak season. Take a boat to see sea turtles at Dalyan's Iztuzu Beach.

    
  • Days 8-14

    Blue Cruise

    Spend a week cruising the Turquoise Coast on a gulet boat. You'll see Butterfly Valley, Byzantine ruins on St. Nicholas Island and stop in the port town of Kas. Bring reef-safe sunscreen and water shoes. A previous traveler shared: "The crew found hidden coves perfect for swimming that you'd never discover on your own."

    
  • Days 15-16

    Pamukkale & Underground Cities

    Visit Pamukkale's white travertine terraces (30 EUR). Get there by 4 PM for sunset photos. The next day, explore Derinkuyu Underground City, which goes 60m deep. Bring a jacket since it stays cool underground all year.

    
  • Days 17-19

    Cappadocia & Return

    Book a hot air balloon ride (290 EUR) well ahead of time. Visit Göreme Open Air Museum early in the day. Take the 3-hour Pigeon Valley hike for great views of the fairy chimneys. Drive back to Istanbul on your final evening.

    

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