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Istanbul: 7-Day Pearls of Turkey Tour

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7-day trip from Istanbul visiting Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square. Operated by Tripster Travel Cappadocia.

Highlights

  • Discover the best of Turkey on a 7-day tour from Istanbul

Istanbul: 7-Day Pearls of Turkey Tour: Key Facts

PriceFrom $2495 per person
Duration7 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Choose from 1 available option

Istanbul: 7-Day Pearls of Turkey Tour

7-day trip from Istanbul visiting Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square. Operated by Tripster Travel Cappa...
7 days
English
$2,495
Free cancellation

Full description

A 7-day trip out of Istanbul taking in Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Sultanahmet Square and Grand Bazaar. The longest stop is Sultanahmet District, at about 12 hours. There are 32 stops in all.

The running order is Topkapi Palace (2h), then Hagia Sophia (1h), then Sultanahmet Square (1h), then Grand Bazaar, then Sultanahmet District (12h), and on from there.

The price covers airport pickup and drop-off, Transportation, Guidance and Accommodation. It does not cover museum tickets and Lunches, so budget for those separately.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting/pickup location

Depends on the selected option

Topkapi Palace

Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk (2 hours)

Hagia Sophia

Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

Sultanahmet Square

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

Grand Bazaar

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (1.5 hours)

Sultanahmet District

Overnight stay (12 hours)

Balat

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

Special Fener Greek High School

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (30 minutes)

Saint Stephen’s Orthodox Church

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (45 minutes)

Bosphorus Strait

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (2 hours)

Van

(75 minutes)

Airplane

(80 minutes)

Göreme

Overnight stay (12 hours)

Van

(15 minutes)

Pigeon Valley Trailhead East

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (30 minutes)

Van

(35 minutes)

Derinkuyu Underground City

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (1.5 hours)

Van

(25 minutes)

And Narlıgöl Crater Lake Geothermal Field

Photo stop (15 minutes)

Van

(20 minutes)

Ihlara Valley

Lunch (1 hour)

Selime Monastery

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (70 minutes)

Van

(10 minutes)

Ihlara

Guided tour, Walk (1 hour)

Van

(1 hour)

Beyzade Kuruyemiş

Coffee tasting (30 minutes)

Goreme National Park

Overnight stay (10 hours)

Van

(7 hours)

Fethiye

Overnight stay (12 hours)

Saklikent National Park

Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk (3 hours)

Amyntas Rock Tombs

Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk (30 minutes)

Van

(3 hours)

Pamukkale

Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk, Swimming (3 hours)

The ancient city of Laodicea

Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk (1.5 hours)

Karahayit

Overnight stay (12 hours)

Aphrodisias Ancient City

Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk (1.5 hours)

Van

(2 hours)

Ephesus

Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Walk (2.5 hours)

Kusadasi

Overnight stay (12 hours)

Van

(30 minutes)

House of Virgin Mary

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

Temple of Artemis

Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk (15 minutes)

Ephesus Archaeological Museum

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

Finish at:

Kısık, Adnan Menderes Havaalanı, İzmir, Türkiye

Includes

  • Airport pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation
  • Guidance
  • Accommodation

Excludes

  • Museum tickets
  • Lunches

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 7 days
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Frequently Asked Questions

Airport pickup and drop-off, Transportation, Guidance, Accommodation
The duration of the Istanbul: 7-Day Pearls of Turkey Tour is typically 7 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$2,495Free cancellation