Turkey Exploration with Family

• Day 1: Istanbul City
  From Istanbul International Airport, estimated travel time 30 minutes (20 km)

  Start your Turkish adventure by visiting Istanbul City's popular attractions including Topkapi Palace Museum and Hagia Sophia Museum. Grab a lunch from local street vendors or enjoy a delicious meal in the nearby restaurant. Take a stroll in Sultan Ahmet Square. Winding up the day by viewing the sunset from the Galata Tower Observatory.

• Day 2: Cappadocia
  From Istanbul to Cappadocia, estimated flight time 1 hour 20 minutes

  Begin your day by exploring Göreme National Park and Rock Sites, known for its unique rock formations and caves dating back to ancient times. Take a hot air balloon ride to witness the beauty of the surrounding hills at sunrise. Visit the Underground City of Kaymaklı to get a peek into the lives of early dwellers. Finish your day at a Turkish bath to relax after a long day.

• Day 3: Pamukkale Thermal Resort
  From Cappadocia to Pamukkale Thermal Resort, estimated travel time 9 hours 50 minutes (845 km)

  Experience the unique natural beauty of Pamukkale's Travertine hot spring pools. Relax and bathe in the white thermal pools that cascade down the mountain slopes. Visit the Hierapolis Archaeology Museum and discover ancient artifacts and Roman ruins.

• Day 4: Oludeniz Beach
  From Pamukkale Thermal Resort to Oludeniz Beach, estimated travel time 3 hours 50 minutes (250 km)

  Relax and take a swim at the stunning Oludeniz Beach with crystal clear waters surrounded by spectacular mountains. Experience Paragliding with a tandem paragliding jump and watching the complete entirety of Oludeniz from the sky.

• Day 5: Antalya city
  From Oludeniz Beach to Antalya City, estimated travel time 2 hours 50 minutes (214 km)

  Explore the ancient ruins of Perge Roman Ruins and discover the cultural and historical significance of Antalya. Get lost in the colorful streets of Antalya's Old Town, Kaleiçi, where you can find plenty of small shops and cafes. Finish your day at Düden Waterfalls to admire the natural beauty of the cascading waterfalls.

• Day 6: Istanbul Grand Bazaar
  From Antalya City to Istanbul Grand Bazaar, estimated flight time 1 hour 5 minutes

  Winding up your Turkish adventure with shopping at the world's largest bazaar at Istanbul Grand Bazaar. There are over 4000 shops with centuries of stories and history in the bazaar. Collect your souvenir and taste some of the best Turkish delicacies before leaving.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Topkapi Palace Museum (2 hours, 100 TRY)
• Hagia Sophia Museum (2 hours, 90 TRY)
• Galata Tower Observatory (1 hour, 35 TRY)
• Göreme National Park and Rock Sites (3 hours, 160 TRY)
• Hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia (1 hour, 175 EUR)
• Underground City of Kaymaklı (2 hours, 75 TRY)
• Pamukkale Thermal Resort (4 hours, 35 TRY)
• Oludeniz Beach (3 hours, 10 TRY)
• Paragliding in Oludeniz Beach (1 hour, 100 EUR)
• Perge Roman Ruins (2 hours, 25 TRY)
• Düden Waterfalls (1 hour, 30 TRY)
• Istanbul Grand Bazaar (2 hours, unlimited budget)
• Total Estimated Costs (per person): 850 TRY (approx. 100 EUR)

Useful Tips

If you have extra days, spend them sightseeing Istanbul, Cappadocia, and Antalya. Take a day trip to Ephesus and Kusadasi beach from Pamukkale. For visitors who have less time, skip the Oludeniz beach and Paragliding in Oludeniz Beach activitites. Reduce a day each from Istanbul City, Cappadocia and Pamukkale places.