16 days in Turkey Itinerary

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.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Hagia Sophia Mosque and Dolmabahce Palace. There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of Topkapi Palace, take in the spiritual surroundings of Sultan Ahmed Mosque, admire the masterpieces at Chora Museum, and hunt for treasures at Kapali Carsi.

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Cape Town, South Africa to Istanbul is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from South Africa Standard Time (SAST) to Turkey Time (TRT) is 1 hour. In June, Istanbul is a bit warmer than Cape Town - with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to fly to Pamukkale.

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 26th (Mon): explore the ancient world of Hierapolis and then witness a stunning natural landmark at Pamukkale Thermal Pools. On the 27th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Anatolia Cemetery, and then soar above the sights with a balloon tour.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Pamukkale tour builder app.

Getting from Istanbul to Pamukkale by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Bodrum City.

More than a million tourists visit Bodrum City each year, drawn by its sandy beaches and luxury hotels.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Wed): soak in style at Turkish baths, see some colorful creatures with Aquapro Dive Center, and then explore the historical opulence of Castle of St. Peter.

To see more things to do, photos, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Bodrum City day trip planning tool.

Traveling by car from Pamukkale to Bodrum City takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of taxi and bus. June in Bodrum City sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 25°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Izmir.

The birthplace of Homer, the ancient port city of Izmir boasts a colorful heritage that includes traces of Greek, Armenian, and Jewish cultures.

For ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Izmir tour builder website.

Traveling by car from Bodrum City to Izmir takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Plan for much colder temperatures traveling from Bodrum City in June, with highs in Izmir at 22°C and lows at 12°C. On the 29th (Thu), you'll travel to Selcuk.

An ideal base camp for exploring the Aegean coastline, Selcuk draws big tourist crowds due to its proximity to the ancient city of Ephesus.

On the 29th (Thu), cool off at Aqua Fantasy- Aquapark Hotel & SPA, explore the ancient world of Ancient City of Ephesus, and then stop by La Tulip Art Gallery. On the 30th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: delve into the distant past at Temple of Hadrian, pause for some serene contemplation at Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), and then see the interesting displays at Camlik Locomotive Museum.

For ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Selcuk trip itinerary builder.

Drive from Izmir to Selcuk in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Izmir in June, expect nights in Selcuk to be somewhat warmer, around 20°C, while days are warmer, around 37°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can fly to Antalya.

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.

Kick off your visit on the 1st (Sat): get in on the family fun at The Land of Legends Theme Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: see the interesting displays at Sandland, take in the dramatic scenery at Lower Duden Waterfalls, look for all kinds of wild species at Deep Walker Diving Resort, then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and finally wander the streets of Kaleici.

To see where to stay, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read Antalya trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Selcuk to Antalya takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in June, and nighttime lows around 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) so you can fly to Goreme.

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.

Goreme is known for museums, historic sites, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at TokalI Church, see Off-Road Tours, and take in the dramatic natural features at Pasabag.

For reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Goreme online trip itinerary planner.

Fly from Antalya to Goreme in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Antalya in July: high temperatures in Goreme hover around 37°C and lows are around 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Ankara.

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.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Thu): examine the collection at Erimtan Arkeoloji ve Sanat Muzesi, examine the collection at Rahmi M. Koc Muzesi, then examine the collection at Altindag Belediyesi Sair ve Yazarlar Evi, and finally take an in-depth tour of Anitkabir.

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Traveling by bus from Goreme to Ankara takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or fly. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Goreme in July: highs in Ankara hover around 31°C, while lows dip to 30°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight back home.