13 days in Turkey Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Turkey holiday planner
Start: Johannesburg
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Antalya
— 3 nights
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Goreme, Cappadocia
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Ankara
— 1 night
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Istanbul
— 5 nights
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End: Johannesburg
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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'll get in some beach time at Cirali Beach and Konyaalti Beach. Get a sense of the local culture at Phaselis and Hadrian's Gate. There's still lots to do: see the interesting displays at Antalya Muzesi, take in the waterfront activity at Old City Marina, slough off your stress at Turkish baths, and look for gifts at Excalibur Silver.
For photos, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Antalya trip builder tool.
Johannesburg, South Africa to Antalya is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Johannesburg to Antalya due to the time zone difference. In April, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sun) to allow time to fly to 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.Get some historical perspective at Güvercinlik Vadisi (Pigeon Valley) and Goreme National Park. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Uchisar Castle and Kocabag Winery. And it doesn't end there: explore the striking landscape at Fairy Chimneys, admire the verdant scenery at Gulludere Vadisi, trot along with a tour on horseback, and enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour.
To find photos, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Goreme holiday planner.
Fly from Antalya to Goreme in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Antalya in April, things will get little chillier in Goreme: highs are around 22°C and lows about 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Wed) to allow time to drive to Ankara.
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Ankara — 1 night
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Heart of Turkey
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.Kick off your visit on the 4th (Thu): examine the collection at Rahmi M. Koc Muzesi, then learn more about the world around you at Anadolu Medeniyetleri Muzesi, and then get to know the fascinating history of Hamamonu Restored Area.
For reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Ankara online driving holiday planner.
You can take a bus from Goreme to Ankara in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or fly. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Goreme in May: highs in Ankara hover around 21°C, while lows dip to 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Thu) so you can fly to Istanbul.
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Istanbul — 5 nights
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.You'll explore and learn at Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower. Popular historic sites such as Hagia Sophia Mosque and Rumeli Fortress are in your itinerary. And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at Chora Museum, browse the eclectic array of goods at Kapali Carsi, contemplate the long history of Historic Areas of Istanbul, and admire the landmark architecture of Basilica Cistern.
To see traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Istanbul trip builder website.
Fly from Ankara to Istanbul in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a train. Traveling from Ankara in May, expect nights in Istanbul to be little chillier, around 15°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 25°C. On the 9th (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading 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.
