Turkey's Ancient Roots
5 days · 3 suggested stays
Day 1 — Arrive in Istanbul and explore the historic Sultanahmet district.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Blue Mosque
Iconic Ottoman mosque with six minarets.
Basilica Cistern
Underground water reservoir with Medusa heads.
Grand Bazaar
Massive covered market with spices and goods.
Blue House Hostel
Budget-friendly hostel in Sultanahmet.
Day 2 — Morning sights then fly to Cappadocia.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Spice Bazaar
Colorful spice market near Galata Bridge.
Flight to Cappadocia
Domestic flight to Nevşehir/Kayseri.
Goreme Cave Lodge
Traditional cave hotel in Göreme.
Day 3 — Explore Göreme Open Air Museum and valleys.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Göreme Open Air Museum
Ancient rock-cut churches and monasteries.
Red Valley Hike
Scenic sunset hike through rose-colored rocks.
Local Pide Dinner
Traditional Turkish boat-shaped bread.
Day 4 — Fly to Şanlıurfa and visit Göbeklitepe.
(overnight: Şanlıurfa)
Flight to Şanlıurfa
Domestic flight from Kayseri/Nevşehir.
Göbeklitepe
World's oldest known temple complex.
Aslan Konuk Evi
Guesthouse near Balıklıgöl pool.
Day 5 — Morning in Şanlıurfa then depart.
(overnight: Şanlıurfa)
Balıklıgöl
Sacred pool where Abraham was thrown.
Gumruk Bazaar
Historic bazaar for local crafts.
Urfa Archaeology Museum
Collection of Neolithic artifacts.
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