16 days in Turkey Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Turkey trip builder
Start: Dubai
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Istanbul
— 2 nights
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Pamukkale
— 2 nights
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Kekova
— 1 night
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Selcuk
— 1 night
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Goreme, Cappadocia
— 6 nights
Fly
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Istanbul
— 3 nights
Fly
End: Dubai
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Istanbul — 2 nights
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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.Visiting Istanbul Wheelchair and Boat Tours & Water Sports will get you outdoors. Get some historical perspective at Rumeli Fortress and Eyüp Sultan Mosque. And it doesn't end there: stop by Mısır Çarşısı, see the interesting displays at Rahmi M. Koc Museum, admire the landmark architecture of Dolmabahce Palace, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.
For other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Istanbul itinerary planner.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Istanbul is an approximately 8-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Dubai to Istanbul. When traveling from Dubai in February, plan for colder days in Istanbul, with highs around 11°C, while nights are slightly colder with lows around 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) so you can fly to Pamukkale.
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Pamukkale — 2 nights
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Cotton Castle
A popular spa since the second century BCE, the modern city of Pamukkale continues to draw worldwide attention with its hot springs and travertines--naturally formed calcite bathing pools.Kick off your visit on the 28th (Tue): stop by Babadaglilar Ishani, then explore the ancient world of Laodikeia, and then contemplate the long history of Hierapolis. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: push the limits with an extreme tour, wander the streets of Karahayit, and then take an in-depth tour of Hierapolis Arkeoloji Muzesi.
To find photos, reviews, and tourist information, use the Pamukkale vacation builder.
Getting from Istanbul to Pamukkale by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can drive to Kekova.
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Kekova — 1 night
Kekova, also named Caravola, is a small Turkish island near Demre district of Antalya province which faces the villages of Kaleköy and Üçağız . On the 2nd (Thu), delve into the distant past at Sunken City Ruins of Simena and then see what you can catch with Kekova kardesim-m boat.
To find photos, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Kekova online itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Pamukkale to Kekova takes 4.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) so you can drive to Selcuk.
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To find photos, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Kekova online itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Pamukkale to Kekova takes 4.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) so you can drive to Selcuk.
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Selcuk — 1 night
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An ideal base camp for exploring the Aegean coastline, Selcuk draws big tourist crowds due to its proximity to the ancient city of Ephesus.Start off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): examine the collection at Ephesus Museum, then take a stroll through Sirince Koyu, and then don't miss a visit to Byzantine acquaducts.
To see maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Selcuk road trip tool.
Drive from Kekova to Selcuk in 6 hours. In March in Selcuk, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 5°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) so you can fly to Goreme.
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Goreme, Cappadocia — 6 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 cultural insight at Goreme National Park and Kocabag Winery. Museum-lovers will get to explore Goreme Open-Air Museum and Kapadokya Ebru Sanat Evi. Go for a jaunt from Goreme to Derinkuyu to see Derinkuyu Yeralti Sehri about 38 minutes away. There's much more to do: soar above the sights with a balloon tour, see Off-Road Tours, explore the fascinating underground world of Uchisar Castle, and take a stroll around Kapadokya Sanat ve Kultur Muzesi..
To see where to stay, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Goreme travel itinerary planner.
You can fly from Selcuk to Goreme in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Selcuk in March, expect Goreme to be slightly colder, temps between 16°C and 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) early enough to fly to Istanbul.
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Istanbul — 3 nights
Queen of Cities
Your inner history buff will appreciate Sultan Ahmed Mosque and Galata Tower. Let the collections at Topkapi Palace and Istanbul Modern | Istanbul Museum of Modern Art capture your imagination. Explore Istanbul further: browse the eclectic array of goods at Kapali Carsi, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Rustem Pasha Mosque, contemplate the waterfront views at Bosphorus Strait, and admire the landmark architecture of Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamam.
To see ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, use the Istanbul road trip website.
Traveling by flight from Goreme to Istanbul takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Goreme in March, Istanbul is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 14°C. You will have some time to spend on the 12th (Sun) before leaving for home.
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To see ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, use the Istanbul road trip website.
Traveling by flight from Goreme to Istanbul takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Goreme in March, Istanbul is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 14°C. You will have some time to spend on the 12th (Sun) before leaving for 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.
