8-Day Turkish Foodie Adventure

  1. Day 1: Istanbul
    Estimated time from previous location: N/A

    Indulge in Turkish breakfast at Van Kahvalti Evi before exploring the historic Grand Bazaar. Satisfy sweet cravings with traditional baklava from Karaköy Güllüoğlu.

  2. Day 2: Istanbul to Izmir
    Estimated time from previous location: 1 hour 30 minutes flight

    Enjoy spicy lamb shank with tomatoes and peppers at Ciya Sofrasi before discovering ancient Greek city, Ephesus. Local wine and mezes await at Şarapçılık Türk.

  3. Day 3: Izmir to Kusadasi
    Estimated time from previous location: 1 hour drive

    Get an early start with local-favorite, menemen, at Yasar Usta. A short drive brings you to the seafood-rich town of Kusadasi. Enjoy raki and mezes at a beachfront restaurant.

  4. Day 4: Kusadasi to Pamukkale
    Estimated time from previous location: 3 hour drive

    Start the day with simit and Turkish tea before visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Pamukkale. Afterwards, indulge in traditional steamed lamb and vegetables at Bereket Lokantası.

  5. Day 5: Pamukkale to Fethiye
    Estimated time from previous location: 3 hour drive

    Enjoy crispy gözleme filled with spinach and feta for breakfast before heading to Saklikent Canyon. Follow it with fresh seafood and octopus çökertme kebab at Enver Yalçın Balikçılık.

  6. Day 6: Fethiye to Kas
    Estimated time from previous location: 3 hour drive

    Start the morning with a cup of Turkish coffee at Art Café before strolling the harbor town of Fethiye. Drive to Kas for a dinner of stuffed aubergine and Anatolian-style tandir at Antiphellos.

  7. Day 7: Kas to Antalya
    Estimated time from previous location: 3 hour drive

    Start the day with a traditional breakfast at Old Town Meyhane before taking in the natural beauty of the Duden Waterfalls. Conclude the evening with Turkish-style pide at Seraser Fine Dining.

  8. Day 8: Antalya to Istanbul
    Estimated time from previous location: 1 hour 10 minutes flight

    Before your flight back home, enjoy a final breakfast at Kaleiçi Şekercisi for simit and Turkish coffee. Time permitting, explore the Antalya Castle before departure.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Van Kahvalti Evi (1 hour, £10)
  • Karaköy Güllüoğlu (30 minutes, £5)
  • Ciya Sofrasi (2 hours, £20)
  • Şarapçılık Türk (1 hour 30 minutes, £15)
  • Yasar Usta (1 hour, £10)
  • Beachfront restaurant in Kusadasi (2 hours, £25)
  • Bereket Lokantası (1 hour 30 minutes, £15)
  • Enver Yalçın Balikçılık (2 hours, £30)
  • Art Café (30 minutes, £5)
  • Antiphellos (2 hours, £25)
  • Old Town Meyhane (1 hour, £10)
  • Seraser Fine Dining (2 hours, £30)

  • Total Estimated Costs: £190

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Cappadocia for a hot air balloon ride over the stunning landscape. For a shorter trip, focus on Istanbul's famous street food and drinks, like mussels stuffed with rice and ice-cold ayran.

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