11 days in Turkey Itinerary
11 days in Turkey Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Turkey itinerary planner
Start: Istanbul
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Istanbul
— 2 nights
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Goreme, Cappadocia
— 3 nights
Fly
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Antalya
— 3 nights
Drive
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Alanya
— 2 nights
Fly
End: Istanbul
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Istanbul
— 2 nights
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Queen of Cities
A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.Step off the beaten path and head to Chora Museum and Yeni Camii. Kids will appreciate attractions like Istanbul Archaeological Museum and Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (Turk ve Islam Eserleri Muzesi). There's lots more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Pierre Loti Tepesi, stop by Mısır Çarşısı, admire the landmark architecture of Sultanahmet Square, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Little Hagia Sophia.
To see other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Istanbul trip planning website.
The Route module shows you travel options from your home to Istanbul. In August, daily temperatures in Istanbul can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to travel to Goreme.
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Goreme, Cappadocia
— 3 nights
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Famed for its landscape of unusually shaped stone formations and churches cut into the natural rocks, Goreme sits in the central part of the country, an area originally settled during Roman times.Step off the beaten path and head to Güvercinlik Vadisi (Pigeon Valley) and Off-Road Tours. Uchisar Castle and Goreme National Park are good opportunities to explore the local culture. There's still lots to do: admire the verdant scenery at Gulludere Vadisi, soar above the sights with a balloon tour, and explore the striking landscape at Pasabag.
For traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Goreme journey planner.
You can fly from Istanbul to Goreme in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Istanbul in August, expect nights in Goreme to be slightly colder, around 19°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 38°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Antalya.
Things to do in Goreme
Side Trips
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Antalya
— 3 nights
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Offering both sandy beaches packed with modern amenities and a historical town center filled with Roman ruins and Ottoman mosques, Antalya serves as one of the country's major tourist destinations.Ancient Theater and Hadrian's Gate will appeal to history buffs. Step off the beaten path and head to Antalya Muzesi and Side Museum. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Antalya: Side (Tyche Tapinagi & Temple of Apollo). There's much more to do: take in the waterfront activity at Old City Marina, take in the dramatic scenery at Lower Duden Waterfalls, and take a stroll through Kaleici.
For more things to do, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Antalya online journey planner.
Fly from Goreme to Antalya in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Goreme in August since evenings lows in Antalya dip to 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Alanya.
Things to do in Antalya
Side Trip
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Alanya
— 2 nights
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A modest coastal town for most of its long history, Alanya became a cosmopolitan tourist destination in the 1990s, drawing big crowds with its nightlife and long stretch of sandy beaches.Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): explore the historical opulence of Alanya Kalesi, then go for a walk through Alanya LimanI, and then stroll through Kleopatra Beach. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the fascinating underground world of Dim Cave, then take in the dramatic scenery at Dimcay, and then take some stellar pictures from Kizilkule.
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Traveling by car from Antalya to Alanya takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.
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Turkey travel guide
Rich in culture and customs and brimming with hospitality, natural beauty, and historical heritage, Turkey serves as a crossroads between Asia and Europe. The landmass known as Anatolia on which Turkey thrives has been home to numerous civilizations and their faiths and cultures, as attested by the 13 World Heritage Sites and countless religious sites you'll find here. Relive the ancient world through the ruins, customs, and traditions that are among the nation's most precious heritages. Adventure-seekers have plenty do to here, including mountain climbing, scuba diving, rafting, and skiing. A holiday to Turkey is incomplete without a cup of Turkish coffee, the pinnacle of Turkish cuisine inscribed on the Intangible Cultural Heritage List.
