Turkey History Solo Adventure
5 days · 5 suggested stays
Day 1 — Arrive in Istanbul, explore Sultanahmet historic district.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Hagia Sophia
Iconic Byzantine mosque-church with stunning architecture.
Blue Mosque
Famous Ottoman mosque with blue Iznik tiles.
Topkapi Palace
Ottoman sultans' palace with Harem and relics.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel
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Visit site
Historic hotel in the heart of old Istanbul.
Day 2 — Flight to Cappadocia, visit Goreme Open Air Museum.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Istanbul to Cappadocia Flight
Domestic flight to Nevşehir/Kayseri.
Göreme Open Air Museum
Ancient rock-cut churches with frescoes.
Uchisar Castle
Volcanic castle offering panoramic views.
Sultan Cave Suites
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Visit site
Luxury cave suites in Göreme.
Day 3 — Explore Cappadocia valleys and underground cities.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Derinkuyu Underground City
Massive multi-level underground city.
Rose Valley Hike
Scenic hike past rock-cut tombs.
Goreme Sunset Point
Best viewpoint for sunset over valleys.
Sultan Cave Suites
Continue stay in luxury cave suite.
Day 4 — Fly to Izmir, transfer to Selcuk/Ephesus area.
(overnight: Selcuk)
Cappadocia to Izmir Flight
Domestic flight to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport.
Transfer to Selcuk
Private transfer to Selcuk town.
Sirince Village
Traditional Greek-style village known for wine.
Villa Dreams Ephesus
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Visit site
Comfortable hotel in Selcuk center.
Day 5 — Visit Ephesus ruins, fly home from Izmir.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Library of Celsus
Iconic facade of ancient Roman library.
Great Theatre
Massive 25,000-seat ancient theater.
Izmir to Istanbul Flight
Return domestic flight to Istanbul.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel
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Visit site
Final night in historic Istanbul.
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