15 days in Turkey Itinerary
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Start: Cape Town
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Goreme, Cappadocia
— 3 nights
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Selcuk
— 2 nights
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Pamukkale
— 2 nights
Fly
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Istanbul
— 7 nights
Fly
End: Cape Town
Mon, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 25
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Goreme, Cappadocia — 3 nights
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Go for a jaunt from Goreme to Kayseri to see Kursunlu Camii about 1h 10 min away. Next up on the itinerary: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, see Off-Road Tours, and make a trip to Zemi Valley.
To find traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Goreme travel route planner.
Cape Town, South Africa to Goreme is an approximately 18-hour flight. Traveling from Cape Town to Goreme, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Cape Town, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Goreme, ranging from highs of 33°C to lows of 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Selcuk.
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To find traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Goreme travel route planner.
Cape Town, South Africa to Goreme is an approximately 18-hour flight. Traveling from Cape Town to Goreme, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Cape Town, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Goreme, ranging from highs of 33°C to lows of 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Selcuk.
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Selcuk — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 15th (Fri): delve into the distant past at Magnesia Antik Kenti, contemplate the long history of Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), and then delve into the distant past at Ancient City of Ephesus. On the 16th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stop by Moon Light Souvenir Silver Shop, see the interesting displays at Ephesus Museum, and then explore the ancient world of Public Latrine.
To see ratings, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Selcuk travel route planner.
Fly from Goreme to Selcuk in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Goreme in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Selcuk, with lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Pamukkale.
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To see ratings, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Selcuk travel route planner.
Fly from Goreme to Selcuk in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Goreme in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Selcuk, with lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Pamukkale.
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Pamukkale — 2 nights
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Cotton Castle
On the 17th (Sun), head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, then delve into the distant past at Hierapolis, and then witness a stunning natural landmark at Pamukkale Thermal Pools. On the 18th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: push the limits with an extreme tour, stroll the grounds of Anatolia Cemetery, and then explore the fascinating underground world of Kaklik Cave.
To see other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Pamukkale online attractions planner.
Getting from Selcuk to Pamukkale by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Istanbul.
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Getting from Selcuk to Pamukkale by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Istanbul.
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Istanbul — 7 nights
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Queen of Cities
Istanbul is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the landmark architecture of Hagia Sophia Mosque, contemplate the waterfront views at Bosphorus Strait, take in the spiritual surroundings of Sultan Ahmed Mosque, and hunt for treasures at Kapali Carsi.
To find reviews, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read Istanbul trip planner.
You can fly from Pamukkale to Istanbul in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In September in Istanbul, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 26°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Mon) so you can fly back home.
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You can fly from Pamukkale to Istanbul in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In September in Istanbul, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 26°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Mon) 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.
