43 days in Turkey Itinerary

Kids will enjoy Ancient City of Ephesus and Ephesus Museum. Step out of Selcuk to go to Germencik and see Magnesia Antik Kenti, which is approximately 40 minutes away. There's still lots to do: delve into the distant past at Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), explore the historical opulence of Ayasoluk Castle, examine the collection at Camlik Locomotive Museum, and stop by Moon Light Souvenir Silver Shop.

To find ratings, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Selcuk online road trip planner.

Copenhagen, Denmark to Selcuk is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Turkey Time (TRT), which is usually a 2 hour difference. When traveling from Copenhagen in July, plan for much hotter days in Selcuk, with highs around 41°C, while nights are somewhat warmer with lows around 25°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can go by car to Pamukkale.

On the 26th (Wed), soar above the sights with a balloon tour, then delve into the distant past at Hierapolis, and then witness a stunning natural landmark at Pamukkale Thermal Pools. On your second day here, explore the different monuments and memorials at Anatolia Cemetery, then Head underground at Kaklik Cave, and then get the adrenaline pumping with an extreme tour.

For more things to do, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Pamukkale trip builder tool.

You can drive from Selcuk to Pamukkale in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) early enough to drive to Bodrum City.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Aquapro Dive Center and Bodrum Castle. Venture out of the city with trips to Akvaryum PlajI (in Palamutbuku) and Ovabuku PlajI (in Datca). The adventure continues: kick back and relax at Yaliciftlik Sahili, tour the pleasant surroundings at Mor Plaj, stop by Zeytinlik The Olive Grove, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

For ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Bodrum City trip planner.

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. In July, daytime highs in Bodrum City are 41°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Marmaris.

Kids will enjoy Iztuzu Beach 2 and Dalyan Mesuts Boat. Spend the 4th (Fri) exploring nature at Marmaris Milli Parki. There's lots more to do: stroll through Icmeler Beach, step off the mainland to explore Sedir Island, take in the waterfront activity at Marmaris Marina, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Siteler Sirinyer Cami.

To see photos, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Marmaris driving holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Bodrum City to Marmaris takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Bodrum City in July, expect Marmaris to be a bit cooler, temps between 38°C and 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) early enough to drive to Oludeniz.

Kids will enjoy Adrenaline & Extreme Tours and Team Joseph. Change things up with these side-trips from Oludeniz: Patara Beach (in Patara) and Saklikent Milli Parki (in Fethiye). The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Oludeniz PlajI, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Babadag, pause for some photo ops at Tayyareci Fethi Bey Aniti, and indulge in some personalized pampering at Lycian D Spa & Turkish Bath.

For maps, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Oludeniz road trip planning app.

You can drive from Marmaris to Oludeniz in 2.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of bus and taxi. August in Oludeniz sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 24°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can go by car to Kas.

Family-friendly places like Boat Tours & Water Sports and Tersane Koyu will thrill your kids. Explore Kas' surroundings by going to Patara (Patara Amphitheatre & Patara Antik Kenti), Sunken City Ruins of Simena (in Kekova) and Demre (Kale) (Sura Ancient City & Kekova Island). There's much more to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Kaputas Beach, take in the waterfront activity at Kalekoy Harbour, look for gifts at Silver Harmoni, and soak in style at Spa Marin.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Kas road trip planning tool.

Getting from Oludeniz to Kas by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and bus. In August in Kas, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can drive to Alanya.

Kids will enjoy Q Spa & Wellness and Kleopatra Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Alanya: Apollon Temple (in Side) and Scuba Turtle Diving (in Incekum). There's much more to do: step into the grandiose world of Alanya Kalesi, take in the dramatic scenery at Dimcay, and explore the ancient world of Syedra Castle.

To find more things to do, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Alanya trip itinerary maker website.

Getting from Kas to Alanya by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Tue) so you can go by car to Kemer.

Family-friendly places like The Land of Legends Theme Park and Lower Duden Waterfalls will thrill your kids. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Kemer: Karaoz Sahili (in Kumluca), Antalya (Hadrian's Gate, Kaleici, &more) and Cirali Beach (in Cirali). The adventure continues: get a new perspective on things with Blue World Diving Center, take in the spiritual surroundings of Göynük Köyü Mer. Cami, steep yourself in history at Phaselis, and explore the wealth of natural beauty at Beydaglari Sahil Milli Parki.

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Drive from Alanya to Kemer in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In August in Kemer, expect temperatures between 41°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Goreme.

Take a break from Goreme with a short trip to Derinkuyu Underground City in Derinkuyu, about 38 minutes away. There's lots more to do: enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, don't miss a visit to Kaymakli Underground City, explore the striking landscape at Fairy Chimneys, and admire the verdant scenery at Gulludere Vadisi.

For other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Goreme attractions planner.

Traveling by flight from Kemer to Goreme takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Kemer in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Goreme, with lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Istanbul.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Hagia Sophia Mosque and Dolmabahce Palace. There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Sultan Ahmed Mosque, hunt for treasures at Kapali Carsi, admire the masterpieces at Chora Museum, and get engrossed in the history at Galata Tower.

To see more things to do, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Istanbul online itinerary planner.

You can fly from Goreme to Istanbul in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. While traveling from Goreme, expect a bit cooler days and a bit warmer nights in Istanbul, ranging from highs of 34°C to lows of 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Thu) to allow time to fly back home.