Classic Turkey Anatolian Harmony: Istanbul – Bolu – Cappadocia – Pamukkale – Bursa

from $5,160

Duration

8 days

Type

Guided

Difficulty

Moderate

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This 8-day journey blends Türkiye’s imperial heritage with its natural wonders. From Istanbul’s domes to Bolu’s forests, Ankara’s mausoleum, Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys, Konya’s spiritual heart, Pamukkale’s travertines, and Bursa’s Ottoman legacy—this tour is a perfect harmony of culture, nature, and faith.

Inclusions

Domestic flights
All group tours listed in the itinerary
Transportation in air-conditioned, non-smoking coach
Professional English-speaking guide
Halal meals: 7 breakfasts, 7 Lunch, 7 dinners

Exclusions

International airfly
Personal expenses
Fees for optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon)
Porter fee
Entrance fees to all sites
Entry Visa, if required

Tour Plan

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Istanbul → Bolu

Airport pickup in Istanbul Transfer to Bolu Hotel check-in Free time for rest and leisure Overnight in Bolu

Day 2 : Bolu → Ankara → Cappadocia

Breakfast at hotel Transfer to Ankara Visit Atatürk Mausoleum (Anıtkabir) Stop at Salt Lake (Tuz Gölü) for photos Continue to Cappadocia Hotel check-in Dinner & overnight in Cappadocia

Day 3 : Cappadocia

Breakfast at hotel Optional Hot Air Balloon (sunrise, weather permitting) Visit Uchisar Castle Explore Love Valley Pottery & ceramic workshop in Avanos Zelve Open-Air Museum Pasabag Valley (Fairy Chimneys) Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley) Dinner & overnight in Cappadocia

Day 4 : Cappadocia → Konya → Pamukkale

Breakfast at hotel Transfer to Konya Visit Sultanhani Caravanserai (Silk Road stop) Visit Mevlana Museum Continue to Pamukkale Hotel check-in Dinner & overnight in Pamukkale

Day 5 : Pamukkale → Bursa

Breakfast at hotel Visit Cotton Castle (Travertines) Explore Ancient City of Hierapolis Transfer to Bursa Hotel check-in Dinner & overnight in Bursa

Day 6 : Bursa → Istanbul

Breakfast at hotel Visit Grand Mosque (Ulu Camii) Explore Koza Han (Silk Market) Visit Green Mosque & Green Tomb Visit Tombs of Osman Gazi & Orhan Gazi Tophane Clock Tower Transfer to Istanbul Hotel check-in Dinner & overnight in Istanbul

Day 7 : Istanbul

Breakfast at hotel Visit Topkapi Palace Photo stop at Hagia Sophia Mosque Visit Blue Mosque Explore Grand Bazaar Dinner & overnight in Istanbul

Day 8 : Istanbul – Departure

Breakfast at hotel Bosphorus Cruise Visit Spice Bazaar Free time until 2 PM Airport transfer for international flight

Meeting / Pickup

Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

Please Note

Medium Pace with Long Bus Journeys: This classic route involves traveling from Istanbul to Central Anatolia (Cappadocia) and then back to the West (Pamukkale, Bursa). The itinerary will require long-distance bus journeys. While this offers a chance to see the landscapes, patience during travel times is necessary.
Local Experiences: The tour offers opportunities to experience local culture, such as the silk and cocoon heritage in Bursa and the natural beauty of Bolu. An optional hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia can be an unforgettable experience (early booking and weather conditions are important).