33 days in Turkey Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Europe trip planner
Start: Cape Town
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Istanbul
— 4 nights
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Goreme, Cappadocia
— 3 nights
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Izmir
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Selcuk
— 5 nights
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Bodrum City
— 10 nights
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Akyaka
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Fethiye
— 3 nights
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Kas
— 2 nights
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Antalya
— 3 nights
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Istanbul
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End: Cape Town
Thu, May 18 - Mon, Jun 19
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Istanbul — 4 nights
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Queen of Cities
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.Your day by day itinerary now includes Ortakoy as well as Hagia Sophia Mosque. Get some historical perspective at Anadolu Hisari Fort and Tomb of Joshua. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Heritage Nomadic Art Gallery and Besiktas. And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at Sadberk Hanim Museum, contemplate the long history of Basilica Cistern, take a stroll through Balat, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Buyuk Mecidiye Cami.
To find maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Istanbul trip itinerary planning website.
Cape Town, South Africa to Istanbul is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone changes from South Africa Standard Time to Turkey Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In May, daytime highs in Istanbul are 25°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. You will have some time to spend on the 23rd (Tue) before leaving for Goreme.
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Goreme, Cappadocia — 3 nights
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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.Discover out-of-the-way places like Zelve Open Air Museum and Zemi Valley. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Soganli Valley and Ortahisar Kalesi. There's much more to do: explore the striking landscape at Love Valley, admire the verdant scenery at Red Valley, slough off your stress at Turkish baths, and explore the stunning scenery at Peri Bacalari.
To see reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Goreme online attractions planner.
Fly from Istanbul to Goreme in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Istanbul in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Goreme, with lows of 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Izmir.
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Pearl of the Aegean
The birthplace of Homer, the ancient port city of Izmir boasts a colorful heritage that includes traces of Greek, Armenian, and Jewish cultures.To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read Izmir trip itinerary maker app.
Traveling by flight from Goreme to Izmir takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Goreme in May: high temperatures in Izmir hover around 19°C and lows are around 7°C. You'll set off for Selcuk on the 26th (Fri).
Selcuk — 5 nights
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An ideal base camp for exploring the Aegean coastline, Selcuk draws big tourist crowds due to its proximity to the ancient city of Ephesus.Your day by day itinerary now includes St. John The Baptist Church, Sirince Koyu, Isa Bey Mosque, and other attractions you added. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Trajan's Fountain and Baths of Varius. Museum-lovers will appreciate Maket Koy and Aydin Museum. Get out of town with these interesting Selcuk side-trips: Magnesia Antik Kenti (in Germencik) and Nysa Ruins (in Aydin). There's lots more to do: delve into the distant past at State Agora, make a trip to Byzantine acquaducts, look for gifts at La Tulip Art Gallery, and surround yourself with nature on Troy Tours.
To see other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, read Selcuk online trip maker.
Drive from Izmir to Selcuk in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Izmir in May, expect Selcuk to be somewhat warmer, temps between 30°C and 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Wed) so you can drive to Bodrum City.
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Bodrum City — 10 nights
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St.-Tropez of Turkey
More than a million tourists visit Bodrum City each year, drawn by its sandy beaches and luxury hotels.Your day by day itinerary now includes Mausoleum of Halicarnassus as well as Karnas Vineyards. Get a sense of the local culture at Pedasa Antique City and Vinbodrum. Step off the beaten path and head to Bodrum Maritime Museum and Aleyna Tours.
Use Inspirock's suggestions to plan your Bodrum City trip and find the best activities and attractions for your vacation.
You can drive from Selcuk to Bodrum City in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Selcuk in May, expect a bit warmer with lows of 20°C in Bodrum City. You'll set off for Akyaka on the 10th (Sat).
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Kick off your visit on the 10th (Sat): explore the different monuments and memorials at Azmak Kaya MezarlarI.
To find maps, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Akyaka trip itinerary builder website.
Traveling by car from Bodrum City to Akyaka takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Bodrum City in June, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Akyaka, with lows of 20°C. You will have some time to spend on the 10th (Sat) before leaving for Fethiye.
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To find maps, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Akyaka trip itinerary builder website.
Traveling by car from Bodrum City to Akyaka takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Bodrum City in June, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Akyaka, with lows of 20°C. You will have some time to spend on the 10th (Sat) before leaving for Fethiye.
Fethiye — 3 nights
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A prosperous hub of tourism on the Mediterranean coastline, Fethiye boasts one of Turkey's finest natural harbors.You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Ancient Rock Tombes and River Rafting & Tubing. Do some cultural sightseeing at Old Town and Fethiye Museum. The adventure continues: take in the waterfront at Fethiye Port, look for gifts at Servet Turkish Delight Shop, and step into the grandiose world of Fethiye Kalesi.
To find out how to plan a trip to Fethiye, use our trip itinerary maker.
You can drive from Akyaka to Fethiye in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In June, daily temperatures in Fethiye can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Kas.
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Kas — 2 nights
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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.Start off your visit on the 13th (Tue): tour the pleasant surroundings at Incebogaz Plaji, enjoy the sand and surf at Kas Belediyesi Halk PlajI, and then slough off your stress at Spa Marin. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 14th (Wed): take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then browse the exhibits of Tugra Art Gallery, then look for gifts at Silver Harmoni, and finally make a trip to Lions Tomb.
To find maps, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Kas trip planning site.
Getting from Fethiye to Kas by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Kas can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) so you can drive to Antalya.
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Antalya — 3 nights
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Offering both sandy beaches packed with modern amenities and a historical town center filled with Roman ruins and Ottoman mosques, Antalya serves as one of the country's major tourist destinations.You've now added Kizilkule to your itinerary. Get a sense of the local culture at Termessos Ruins and Ataturk House & Museum. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Ataturk Boulevard and Kemer Cumhuriyet MeydanI.
To see where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, read Antalya trip website.
Traveling by car from Kas to Antalya takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 23°C. On the 18th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Istanbul.
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Queen of Cities
Your day by day itinerary now includes Ortakoy. Start off your visit on the 18th (Sun): wander the streets of Ortakoy.
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Traveling by flight from Antalya to Istanbul takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Antalya in June; daily highs in Istanbul reach 30°C and lows reach 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can fly back home.
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Traveling by flight from Antalya to Istanbul takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Antalya in June; daily highs in Istanbul reach 30°C and lows reach 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can fly back home.
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Turkey travel guide
Rich in culture and customs and brimming with hospitality, natural beauty, and historical heritage, Turkey serves as a crossroads between Asia and Europe. The landmass known as Anatolia on which Turkey thrives has been home to numerous civilizations and their faiths and cultures, as attested by the 13 World Heritage Sites and countless religious sites you'll find here. Relive the ancient world through the ruins, customs, and traditions that are among the nation's most precious heritages. Adventure-seekers have plenty do to here, including mountain climbing, scuba diving, rafting, and skiing. A holiday to Turkey is incomplete without a cup of Turkish coffee, the pinnacle of Turkish cuisine inscribed on the Intangible Cultural Heritage List.
Cappadocia travel guide
The region of Cappadocia reveals fascinating tales of civilizations long past with its honeycombed hills characterized by geological rarities, including two World Heritage Sites. Sedimentary rocks formed in lakes and ignimbrite deposits from erupted volcanoes left soft rock formations scattered across the land, which were then carved out to create houses, churches, and monasteries in 300 CE. Explore these rock houses on your own or on a tour, or take in the topography from above on a hot air balloon ride. Complete your holiday with a hike along the trails and marvel at the dusky orange panorama and accordion-shaped valleys.
