15 days in Turkey Itinerary

An unspoiled fishing village for most of its existence, Kas now serves as a mostly quiet tourist town, located on the southern section of the country's Mediterranean coastline.

You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Oludeniz PlajI and Tersane Koyu. Step out of the city life by going to Kekova kardesim-m boat and Team Joseph. When in Kas, make a side trip to see Sunken City Ruins of Simena in Kekova, approximately Kekova away. There's lots more to do: slough off your stress at Spa Marin, stop by Young and Partners Carpet and Kilim, and kick back and relax at Kaputas Beach.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read Kas trip maker website.

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Kas is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of ferry and car. Traveling from Jeddah in April, things will get cooler in Kas: highs are around 25°C and lows about 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) to allow time to drive to Pamukkale.

A popular spa since the second century BCE, the modern city of Pamukkale continues to draw worldwide attention with its hot springs and travertines--naturally formed calcite bathing pools.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Tue): stroll the grounds of Anatolia Cemetery, contemplate the long history of Hierapolis, and then take in the natural beauty of Pamukkale Thermal Pools. On your second day here, explore the fascinating underground world of Kaklik Cave, then enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, then look for gifts at Dogan Onyx factory, and finally get the adrenaline pumping with an extreme tour.

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You can drive from Kas to Pamukkale in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Selcuk.

An ideal base camp for exploring the Aegean coastline, Selcuk draws big tourist crowds due to its proximity to the ancient city of Ephesus.

Get some cultural insight at Ancient City of Ephesus and Public Latrine. Museum-lovers will appreciate Ephesus Museum and Camlik Locomotive Museum. Change things up with a short trip to Magnesia Antik Kenti in Germencik (about 40 minutes away). There's lots more to do: head outdoors with Troy Tours, delve into the distant past at Baths of Varius, explore the historical opulence of Ayasoluk Castle, and pause for some serene contemplation at Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House).

To find other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Selcuk road trip planning site.

You can drive from Pamukkale to Selcuk in 3 hours. Another option is to take a bus. April in Selcuk sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) so you can fly to Goreme.

Famed for its landscape of unusually shaped stone formations and churches cut into the natural rocks, Goreme sits in the central part of the country, an area originally settled during Roman times.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sun): appreciate the views at Red Valley, admire the verdant scenery at Gulludere Vadisi, then see Off-Road Tours, and finally slough off your stress at Turkish baths. Here are some ideas for day two: get engrossed in the history at Goreme Open-Air Museum, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Goreme National Park, then enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, and finally take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback.

To find maps, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Goreme online travel planner.

Traveling by flight from Selcuk to Goreme takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Selcuk in April, with highs in Goreme at 22°C and lows at 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Istanbul.

A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.

Shop till you drop at Kapali Carsi and Mısır Çarşısı. Visit Hagia Sophia Mosque and Galata Tower for their historical value. There's still lots to do: get engrossed in the history at Topkapi Palace, contemplate the long history of Historic Areas of Istanbul, explore the world behind art at Istanbul Modern | Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, and don't miss a visit to Istiklal Caddesi.

For ratings, photos, and other tourist information, use the Istanbul day trip planning app.

Traveling by flight from Goreme to Istanbul takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Goreme in April, Istanbul is a bit warmer at night with lows of 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Ankara.

Turkey's capital and second-largest city, Ankara supports a large population of foreign diplomats and young students, contributing to the city's international feel.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): view the masterpieces at Galeri Artist, admire the masterpieces at 8 Hubb Art Gallery, and then take an in-depth tour of Anitkabir.

For maps, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Ankara vacation planning website.

Fly from Istanbul to Ankara in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a train. Traveling from Istanbul in April, you will find days in Ankara are little chillier (14°C), and nights are about the same (11°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.