Honeymoon Itinerary for Turkey

1. Day 1: Istanbul Historic City
   Estimated travel time 30 minutes

   Start your trip with a visit to the Historic City of Istanbul which is home to several landmarks such as the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

2. Day 2: Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride
   Estimated travel time 90 minutes (530 km)

   A Hot Air Balloon ride over Cappadocia's fairy chimneys at sunrise is a breathtaking experience you can't miss on your honeymoon.

3. Day 3: Antalya Bathing Resorts
   Estimated travel time 6 hours (450 km)

   Enjoy a relaxing day in the sun at one of Antalya's beach resorts and have a dip in the Mediterranean Sea.

4. Day 4: Pamukkale Thermal Pools
   Estimated travel time 4 hours (240 km)

   Take a dip in the naturally formed thermal pools in Pamukkale, known as the Cotton Castle.

5. Day 5: Ephesus Ancient City
   Estimated travel time 2 hours (160 km)

   Explore the ancient ruins of Ephesus, a well-preserved site that dates back to 6000 BC.

6. Day 6: Bursa Green City Tour
   Estimated travel time 8 hours (670 km)

   Visit the green city of Bursa and explore its historic center, mosques, and bazaars.

7. Day 7: Istanbul Bosphorus Tour
   Estimated travel time 3 hours (200 km)

   End your honeymoon in Istanbul with a romantic boat tour of the Bosphorus to admire the city's skyline from a different perspective.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Istanbul Historic City (2-3 hours, free)
• Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride (3 hours, $250/person)
• Antalya Beach Resort (5-6 hours, $50/person)
• Pamukkale Thermal Pools (2-3 hours, $10/person)
• Ephesus Ancient City (3-4 hours, $20/person)
• Bursa Green City Tour (6-7 hours, $50/person)
• Istanbul Bosphorus Tour (2-3 hours, $20/person)
Total Estimated Costs ($400/person)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to Troy or Gallipoli. If you have less time, you can skip the beach resort in Antalya or the Green City Tour in Bursa.