Turkey Private Tour Package, 15 Days with Hotels
Overview
Turkey Private Tour Package, 15 Days with Hotels
Experience the magic of Turkey on this 15-day private tour, made for travellers who want more than a holiday: history, culture and beautiful landscapes. The journey begins in Istanbul, where East meets West.
Istanbul Sights and Bosphorus Cruise
In Istanbul you explore centuries-old sites such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar, and enjoy the city from the water on a Bosphorus cruise.
Ancient Sites and Cappadocia
Then you discover the archaeological sites of Troy, Pergamon and Ephesus, relax at the hot springs of Pamukkale, marvel at the Aspendos Theatre and see the Kekova Sunken City, before heading to Cappadocia for its balloon flights, underground cities and surreal rock formations.
The trip balances comfort and excitement, and Turkey's hospitality, culture and incredible sights will give you memories to treasure for years.
Tour Info
Itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to Istanbul
Our representative meets you at Istanbul Airport with a name sign and takes you to your hotel by private van.
After check-in the rest of the day is free to explore Istanbul on your own. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 - Istanbul Old City Tour
Your guide meets you in your hotel lobby or at the cruise port to begin the Old City tour:
- Highlights of Topkapi Palace Museum: more than a royal residence, it was the seat of Ottoman government for almost 400 years and remains a great monument of Oriental architecture.
- Hippodrome / Sultanahmet Square: the square where chariot races were held in Roman times, home to the Egyptian Obelisk from the Byzantine era and, today, the German Fountain.
- Hagia Sophia: built in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian and important to both the Christian and Islamic worlds. After the Ottoman conquest the bells, altar and sacred vessels were removed and many mosaics were covered when the church became a mosque.
- Blue Mosque: built in the early 1600s for Sultan Ahmed I, a true masterpiece whose proportions feel remarkably light for a building of its size.
- Grand Bazaar: one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with more than 4,000 shops selling ceramics, leather, rugs, carpets, handicrafts, clothing, silver and gold.
At the end of the tour your guide accompanies you back to your hotel.
*If one of the mosques cannot be visited, the Basilica Cistern is visited instead.
Day 3 - Istanbul Bosphorus Region Tour
Your guide meets you in your hotel lobby or at the cruise port to begin the Bosphorus tour:
- Spice Market
- Bosphorus Cruise: by public ferry between the European and Asian shores, passing Galata Tower, Dolmabahce Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, Rumeli Fortress, old Ottoman mansions, the Bosphorus Bridge and waterfront mosques.
- Dolmabahce Palace
- Taksim Square
- Cicek Passage
- Istiklal Street
*Please let us know if you would prefer a private yacht for the Bosphorus cruise.
At the end of the tour your guide accompanies you back to your hotel.
Day 4 - Istanbul Golden Horn Tour
Your guide meets you in your hotel lobby or at the cruise port to begin the Golden Horn tour. You will visit:
- Suleymaniye Mosque
- Fener
- Balat
- St. Stephen Church
- Pierre Loti Hill and the cable car (enjoy a Turkish coffee or tea with a view of the Golden Horn)
- Chora Church (Kariye Mosque)
At the end of the tour your guide accompanies you back to your hotel. In the evening you attend a one-hour Whirling Dervish ceremony, a glimpse into the world of Sufism.
Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 5 - Troy & Pergamon Tour
Your private guide and van pick you up at 8:00 am for Troy, the legendary home of Helen and the Trojan Horse. You will visit:
- The Trojan Horse
- Troy Museum
- The sacrificial altars
- The 3,700-year-old city walls
- The houses of Troy I
- The Bouleuterion (Senate Building)
- The Odeon (Concert Hall)
- Remains of the successive cities from Troy I to Troy IX
- Pergamon Ancient City
- The Altar of Zeus
- The Acropolis
After the tour you are driven to your hotel in Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 6 - Smyrna & Sirince
Your guide meets you at the hotel at 11:00 am. Today you visit:
- Sirince, an authentic Ottoman-era village
- The biblical ancient town of Smyrna
After the tour you return to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 7 - Ephesus Tour
Your guide picks you up from your Kusadasi hotel and introduces the history of Ephesus before you explore the ancient city. With your guide's explanations you will visit:
- Great Theater
- Celsus Library
- Temple of Hadrian
- Harbor Street
- Terrace Houses
- House of the Virgin Mary
- Isa Bey Mosque
After the tour your guide and driver drop you off at your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 8 - Pamukkale Tour
At 9:00 am your private guide and driver pick you up for the Pamukkale tour, home to the natural calcium pools formed by thermal water. The drive takes about 3 hours, and your local guide tells you about the sites on the way.
You will visit:
- The calcium pools
- Necropolis
- Roman Baths
- Domitian Gate
- Latrina
- Frontinus Street
- Agora
- Byzantium Gate
- Triton Fountain
- Cathedral
- Temple of Apollo
- Plutonium (explained from outside because of ongoing excavations)
- Theater
- Hierapolis
(Optional, extra cost) If time allows, you can swim in the Cleopatra Pool.
After the tour you drive about 4 hours to Antalya. Overnight in Antalya.
Day 9 - Aspendos & Perge Tour
At 10:00 am your private guide and driver pick you up. You will visit:
- Perge: an ancient Pamphylian city on the route of St. Paul, including its stadium.
- Aspendos Theatre: one of the most complete Roman theatres in the world.
- Manavgat Waterfalls
- Side and its beautiful streets
After the tour you are driven back to your hotel. Overnight in Antalya.
Day 10 - Demre & Kekova Tour
At 10:00 am your private guide and driver pick you up. You will visit:
- Demre: home to the Lycian rock tombs of Myra.
- Church of St. Nicholas: the church of the saint who inspired Santa Claus.
- A boat trip to Kekova Island: to see the famous sunken city.
*Bring your swimsuit, as there is time for a swim.
After the tour you are driven back to your hotel. Overnight in Antalya.
Day 11 - Transfer to Cappadocia via Konya
At 9:00 am your private guide and driver pick you up for the drive from Antalya to Cappadocia via the spiritual city of Konya. On the way you stop at the Sultanhan Caravanserai, one of the largest and most important caravanserais in Central Anatolia.
It is a long drive from Antalya. Your guide tells you about the sites along the way.
In Konya you visit:
- Mevlana Museum
- Karatay Madrasa (Tile and Stone Art Museum)
- Ince Minaret Madrasa (Wood Art Museum)
After lunch in Konya you continue to Cappadocia and are taken to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 12 - North Cappadocia Tour
(Optional) Early in the morning you are picked up for a one-hour hot air balloon flight over the valleys of Cappadocia. After landing there is a small celebration in the valley and a flight certificate ceremony, and then you are taken back to your hotel for breakfast.
At 10:00 am your private guide and driver pick you up for the North Cappadocia tour, which includes:
- Uchisar Castle
- Goreme Open Air Museum
- Avanos
- Valley of Monks (Pasabag)
- Devrent Valley
After the tour your guide and driver drop you off at your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 13 - South Cappadocia Tour
Your private guide and driver meet you at your hotel at 10:00 am for the South Cappadocia tour. With your guide's explanations you will visit:
- Kaymakli Underground City
- Rose Valley
- Love Valley
- Pigeon Valley
- Ortahisar Castle
- Mustafapasa (Sinasos)
After the tour you are transferred to the airport for your flight to Istanbul. Our representative meets you on arrival with a name sign and takes you to your hotel by private van. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 14 - Food Tasting Tour in Istanbul
Your guide meets you at the hotel at 11:00 am for a 4-hour food tour on foot, tasting local Turkish cuisine and crossing to Kadikoy by public ferry.
After the tour your guide accompanies you back to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 15 - Departure from Istanbul
A free day in Istanbul to explore the city at your own pace. You are transferred to Istanbul Airport in time for your international flight.
This is the end of our service. Thank you for travelling with us; we look forward to welcoming you again.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- ✓Private Tours
- ✓Local Tour Guides
- ✓Domestic Flights (Economy Class)
- ✓Transportation by Private Van
- ✓Airport Transfers (Mentioned)
- ✓1-Hour Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional)
- ✓Museum Tickets & Attraction Fees
- ✓Whirling Derwish Show (Optional)
- ✓Food Tour Experience
- ✓Hamam Experience (Optional)
- ✓Toll & Fuel Fees
- ✓Local Taxes
- ✕Optional Activities & Tours
- ✕International Flights
- ✕Hotel Bookings (Available Upon Request)
- ✕Meals & Drinks
- ✕Gratuity (Suggested)
- ✕Personal Expenses
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel free of charge up to 7 days before the tour for a full refund. Cancellations within 7 days of the tour are not refundable. All times are local time.
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Turkey private tour package, 15 days: what you need to know
This private fifteen-day journey travels from Istanbul along the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts and inland to Konya and Cappadocia. The route takes in Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Perge, Demre (Myra), Konya and Cappadocia, with a food tour included. Economy-class domestic flights, airport transfers, a private van, local guides, museum tickets, tolls, fuel and local taxes are included; a hot air balloon ride, a Whirling Dervish show and a hammam can be added. The price depends on your dates and group size, so we quote it on request.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 15 days |
| Price | Quoted on request for your dates and group |
| Type | Fully private, with local guides |
| Route | Istanbul, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya coast, Konya, Cappadocia |
| Included | Domestic flights, transfers, private van, local guides, museum tickets, food tour, tolls and fuel, local taxes |
| Optional | Hot air balloon ride, Whirling Dervish show, hammam |
What makes this route special?
It is one of the most complete journeys through western and central Turkey. Instead of jumping between regions by plane, it follows the coast from the Dardanelles to the Mediterranean, then turns inland across the Taurus Mountains to Konya and Cappadocia, so you see ancient Greek, Roman, Lycian, Seljuk and Ottoman heritage in a natural order.
What are the highlights?
| Region | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Istanbul | Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and a food tour |
| North Aegean | Troy and the Trojan Horse, the Acropolis of Pergamon |
| Ephesus | Library of Celsus, House of the Virgin Mary |
| Pamukkale | Travertines and Hierapolis |
| Mediterranean | Perge and Demre (Myra), with the Church of St. Nicholas region |
| Konya | The Mevlana Museum and Rumi's tomb |
| Cappadocia | Goreme Open Air Museum and the valleys |
How does it compare with other long Turkey tours?
| Turkey tour | Length | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| Best of Turkey tour package | 15 days, fixed price, Antalya beach days | $3,980 per person |
| This tour | 15 days, private, coast to Cappadocia | On request |
| Western Turkey private tour | 20 days, with a Blue Cruise | On request |
| Turkey highlights private tour | 21 days, all of Turkey | On request |
What optional extras are worth adding?
| Optional extra | Price from |
|---|---|
| Standard sunrise balloon flight | $199 |
| Whirling Dervish ceremony in Cappadocia | $60 |
| Kekova Sunken City boat trip | $120 |
Who is this tour for?
Travellers with two weeks who want to see much of Turkey without changing hotels every night in a rush. It suits couples, families and small groups who enjoy history, food and scenery in equal measure, and who prefer a private guide and vehicle. The food tour in Istanbul and the optional hammam and Whirling Dervish show add culture to the sightseeing.
When is the best time for a 15-day Turkey tour?
April to June and September to October are ideal for the coast and the interior. Summer is hot on the coast and at the ancient sites; winter is cold in Konya and Cappadocia.
What should you bring?
Comfortable walking shoes, layers for the interior and Cappadocia mornings, swimwear and sun protection for the coast and Pamukkale, modest clothing for religious sites, and your passport for the domestic flights.
How do you book?
Send us your preferred dates and the number of travellers through the form on this page or on WhatsApp. We confirm the price, hotels and full itinerary in writing, and you pay only after confirmation. For more ideas see our Turkey tour packages.
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