11 days in The Balkans Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sat): browse the eclectic array of goods at Kapali Carsi, then stop by Soul of Anatolia - Galata, then admire the striking features of Basilica Cistern, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Suleymaniye Cami . On your second day here, admire the landmark architecture of Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamam and then see the interesting displays at Rahmi M. Koc Museum.

For more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Istanbul itinerary planner.

Bamako, Mali to Istanbul is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. You'll lose 3 hours traveling from Bamako to Istanbul due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Bamako in April, expect Istanbul to be much colder, temps between 20°C and 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Sun) to allow time for the flight to Izmir.

Ancient City of Ephesus has been added to your itinerary.

For maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Izmir trip itinerary maker app.

You can fly from Istanbul to Izmir in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and taxi. Traveling from Istanbul in April, Izmir is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 16°C. You'll have a few hours on the 11th (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling to Mugla.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Marmaris Water Sports as well as Boat Tours & Water Sports. Start off your visit on the 11th (Tue): fly like a bird with Marmaris Water Sports. On the next day, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

For where to stay, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Mugla trip planner.

Traveling by car from Izmir to Mugla takes 2.5 hours. You will have some time to spend on the 13th (Thu) before leaving for Bodrum City.

On the 13th (Thu), see the interesting displays at Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology and then explore the historical opulence of Bodrum Castle. Keep things going the next day: see the interesting displays at Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, then delve into the distant past at Bodrum Amphitheater, then delve into the distant past at Miletus, and finally browse the different shops at Avenue Bodrum.

To find maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Bodrum City tour itinerary tool.

You can drive from Mugla to Bodrum City in 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 26°C in April, and nighttime lows around 15°C. On the 15th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Istanbul.

Orient Bosphorus Dinner Cruise has been added to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sat): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Little Hagia Sophia, take in the spiritual surroundings of Sultan Ahmed Mosque, and then get a taste of local nightlife at Orient Bosphorus Dinner Cruise. On the 16th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the striking features of Dolmabahce Palace, then get engrossed in the history at Topkapi Palace, then admire the landmark architecture of Hagia Sophia Mosque, and finally don't miss a visit to Hippodrome.

For reviews, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Istanbul trip planner.

Getting from Bodrum City to Istanbul by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Bodrum City in April; daily highs in Istanbul reach 20°C and lows reach 9°C. You'll have a few hours on the 17th (Mon) to wrap things up before traveling home.