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🇹🇷 11-Day Turkey Itinerary – From Istanbul to Cappadocia & the Turquoise Coast

This itinerary blends history, culture, adventure, and stunning landscapes across Turkey. We’ve included both budget-friendly and luxury stay options for a comfortable experience.

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Day 1 – Istanbul

• Explore the Sultan Ahmet area: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and Basilica Cistern.

• Evening: Stroll around Sultanahmet Square & try Turkish kebabs.

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Day 2 – Fly to Cappadocia

• Morning flight to Cappadocia.

• Go on an ATV sunset tour across the valleys for your first taste of Cappadocia’s landscapes.

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Day 3 – Hot Air Balloon & Green Tour

• Early morning: Hot Air Balloon ride over fairy chimneys.

• Join the Cappadocia Green Tour (Derinkuyu Underground City, Ihlara Valley, Selime Monastery).

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Day 4 – Red Tour in Cappadocia

• Explore Göreme Open-Air Museum, Pasabag (Monks Valley), Uchisar Castle, and Avanos pottery village.

• Overnight in a cave hotel for the ultimate Cappadocia experience.

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Day 5 – Bus to Antalya

• Scenic bus journey from Göreme to Antalya.

• Evening: Relax and enjoy the Mediterranean atmosphere.

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Day 6 – Antalya Exploration

• Explore the Old Town (Kaleiçi), Duden Waterfalls, and take a cable car ride for panoramic views.

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Day 7 – Day Trip to Pamukkale

• Visit Pamukkale’s Cotton Castle terraces and the ancient ruins of Hierapolis.

• Return to Antalya in the evening.

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Day 8 – Antalya to Fethiye

• Travel to Fethiye by bus.

• Afternoon: Paragliding at Ölüdeniz or relax on its stunning beach.

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Day 9 – Island & Valley Tour

• Boat trip to Butterfly Valley and nearby islands.

• Visit Kayaköy Ghost Town in the afternoon.

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Day 10 – Return to Istanbul

• Flight back to Istanbul.

• Explore Galata Tower and enjoy a Bosphorus sunset cruise.