Turkey 16-Day Tours & Itineraries

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Head to the Mesopotamian plains to visit the ancient city of Mardin
Map of Explore Turkey's Ancient Wonders - 16 Days
Explore Turkey's Ancient Wonders - 16 Days

Discover Turkey's many ancient attractions on this 16-day itinerary across the country. The adventure begins in Istanbul with a boat tour along the Bosphorus Strait before you explore the ancient ruins of Troy, Assos, and Pergamon on your way to Sirince. From there, fly to Cappadocia's otherworldly landscape, then transfer to Gaziantep to see the partially submerged city of Halfeti. In Sanliurfa, visit the ancient sites of Gobekli Tepe and Harran before ending your tour along the Turquoise Coast.

Enjoy panoramic views of the Turquoise Coast from the fishing village of Kaş
Map of Explore Turkey's Turquoise Coast by Land & Water - 16 Days
Explore Turkey's Turquoise Coast by Land & Water - 16 Days

Journey along Turkey's Turquoise Coast by land and water—the latter of which you'll experience during a four-day cruise on a traditional wooden yacht. First, fly into Istanbul for a night before setting off to the Aegean Sea, stopping at the ruins of Troy and Pergamon. Along the coast, enjoy a historic tour of Bodrum, soak in hot springs on Black Island, and relax on beaches. Last but not least is Antalya, where you'll see a Roman theater and waterfall cascading into the Mediterranean to finish the trip.

Take a guided tour of İzmir, including it's clock tower in Konak Square
Map of Discover Turkey's History, Culture & Natural Beauty - 16 Days
Discover Turkey's History, Culture & Natural Beauty - 16 Days

This epic 16-day cultural and historical journey through Turkey kicks off with a glass of local wine overlooking Cappadocia's wind-carved landscapes. Next, you'll visit nearby Ottoman-Greek villages to learn about their rich heritage before taking a thermal dip in the Travertines of Pamukkale. From here, discover the ancient coastal gems of Izmir and Bursa, and then finish with a tasty street food tour and optional hammam experience in Turkey's largest city, Istanbul.

Look for historic sites and sunken cities as you kayak off the Turquoise Coast
Map of Active Exploration of Turkey's Cultural & Natural Marvels - 16 Days
Active Exploration of Turkey's Cultural & Natural Marvels - 16 Days

Explore the best of Turkey's cultural landmarks and natural landscapes on this 16-day active adventure. Start by discovering the bustling cities of Istanbul and Ankara, then continue to the otherworldly valleys of Cappadocia to hike, ride a horse, and float in a hot-air balloon. Set off for the Turquoise Coast next, where you can cycle across Antalya, ride the rapids in Koprulu Canyon, and kayak to Kekova Island. End in the thermal waters of Pamukkale before returning to Istanbul for your flight home.

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