7-Day Turkey Itinerary

1. Day 1: Istanbul's Old City
   Estimated time: 6 hours (7 miles) from Istanbul Airport

   Explore the iconic Sultan Ahmet Mosque and the Hagia Sophia Museum before marveling at the ornate Topkapi Palace.

2. Day 2: Istanbul Food Tour
   Estimated time: 6 hours

   Taste your way through traditional Turkish cuisine on a guided tour along Istiklal Avenue and enjoy a scenic ferry ride along the Bosphorus Strait at sunset.

3. Day 3: Explore Cappadocia
   Estimated time: 1 hour, 20 minutes (471 miles) flight from Istanbul to Nevsehir

   Visit the unique rock formations in a hot air balloon tour and hike through the Ihlara Valley. End the day with a sunset view at the Uchisar Castle.

4. Day 4: Pamukkale Hot Springs
   Estimated time: 5 hours (315 miles) from Cappadocia by car

   Relax at the natural thermal pools of Pamukkale, before exploring the ancient city of Hierapolis. End your day by walking the cotton castle terraces at sunset.

5. Day 5: Antalya Coastal Tour
   Estimated time: 3 hours (158 miles) from Pamukkale by car

   Take a stroll through the quaint streets of old Antalya, before enjoying a scenic drive along the Mediterranean coast. Visit the ancient theaters at Aspendos and Perge, and relax at the Kursunlu Waterfall.

6. Day 6: Alacati Surfing Beach
   Estimated time: 9 hours (479 miles) from Antalya by car

   Enjoy the turquoise waters of Alacati's surfing beach and the charming village of Alaçatı. Walk around local boutiques and quench your thirst with freshly squeezed juice.

7. Day 7: Bursa's Cultural Experience
   Estimated time: 3 hours (264 miles) from Alacati by car

   Walk around the beautiful gardens of the Green Mosque and then grab a bite to eat from Bursa's famous Iskender kebab. Rest at the thermal baths of Bursa's luxurious hotels.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Sultan Ahmet Mosque (1 hour, Free)
• Hagia Sophia Museum (2 hours, 100 TRY)
• Topkapi Palace (3 hours, 100 TRY)
• Food Tour (6 hours, $80)
• Balloon Tour (1 hour, $150)
• Hiking Tour (3 hours, $30)
• Pamukkale Hot Springs (3 hours, 100 TRY)
• Antalya Theatres (1 hour, 50 TRY)
• Aspendos (2 hours, 50 TRY)
• Kursunlu Waterfall (1 hour, 15 TRY)
• Alacati (4 hours, Free)
• Green Mosque (1 hour, Free)
• Iskender Kebab (1 hour, $10)
• Thermal Baths (2 hours, $50)
Total estimated Costs: $505

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a stop at the historic city of Ephesus or experience the local lifestyle at the Kemer beaches. Alternatively, with less time, consider skipping Bursa and relaxing another day at Antalya or Alacati.