61 days in Turkey Itinerary

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.

You'll explore and learn at Goreme Open-Air Museum and La Maison du Kilim. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Goreme National Park and Zelve Open Air Museum. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Goreme: Derinkuyu (Kaymakli Underground City & Derinkuyu Yeralti Sehri). The adventure continues: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, explore the striking landscape at Pasabag, look for gifts at Alaturca Taner, and take in the exciting artwork at Kapadokya Ebru Sanat Evi.

To find traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, use the Goreme route planner.

Bucharest, Romania to Goreme is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Bucharest to Goreme is 1 hour. In August, daytime highs in Goreme are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Kemer.

Situated on the Turkish Riviera, Kemer represents a coastal Mediterranean resort set against a dramatic mountainous backdrop.

Bring the kids along to Karaoz Sahili and Cirali Beach. Escape the urban bustle at Blue World Diving Center and Bucht Von Adrasan. Change things up with these side-trips from Kemer: Antalya (Kaleici & Lower Duden Waterfalls), Adrasan Sahili (in Adrasan) and Cirali (Sabuncubaba & Chimaera). There's more to do: contemplate the long history of Phaselis and take in the spiritual surroundings of Göynük Köyü Mer. Cami.

To see other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Kemer trip itinerary builder app.

Getting from Goreme to Kemer by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Goreme in August since evenings lows in Kemer dip to 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Alanya.

A modest coastal town for most of its long history, Alanya became a cosmopolitan tourist destination in the 1990s, drawing big crowds with its nightlife and long stretch of sandy beaches.

Visit Apollon Temple and Ancient Theater for their historical value. Get outdoors at Kleopatra Beach and Off-Road Tours. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Alanya: Uzumdere Milli Parki (in Ibradi) and Q Spa & Wellness (in Side). Next up on the itinerary: head outdoors with Diving Center Falcons, explore the historical opulence of Alanya Kalesi, get in on the family fun at Sealanya Dolphinpark, and brush up on your military savvy at Kizilkule.

To see ratings, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Alanya trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Kemer to Alanya by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) so you can go by car to Kas.

An unspoiled fishing village for most of its existence, Kas now serves as a mostly quiet tourist town, located on the southern section of the country's Mediterranean coastline.

Let the collections at Atelier Thalia and Tugra Art Gallery capture your imagination. Get some cultural insight at Patara Antik Kenti and Sunken City Ruins of Simena. Venture out of the city with trips to Kalkan Beach Park (in Kalkan), Tersane Koyu (in Kekova) and Arch of Triumph (in Patara). The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Kaputas Beach, kick back and relax at Narr Beach, discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and relax and rejuvenate at Spa Marin.

For other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read Kas holiday maker app.

Drive from Alanya to Kas in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. In August in Kas, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 24°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Oludeniz.

Famous for its big lagoon, Oludeniz acts like a magnet for mass tourism, featuring some of the most photographed beaches on the Mediterranean.

Visit Oludeniz PlajI and Patara Beach for some beach relaxation. Take a break from the city and head to Team Joseph and Saklikent Milli Parki. There's lots more to do: soak in style at Lycian D Spa & Turkish Bath, explore the activities along Oludeniz, wander the streets of Old Town, and glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

For photos, reviews, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Oludeniz vacation planner.

Traveling by car from Kas to Oludeniz takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. In August, daily temperatures in Oludeniz can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to drive to Dalyan.

Although it once seemed destined to become a stereotypical coastal resort, Dalyan remains unspoiled by commercial tourism because of its location within an environmentally protected area.

We've included these beaches for you: Iztuzu Beach 2 and Sarigerme Public Beach. Take a break from the city and head to Boat Tours & Water Sports and Inlice Plaji. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Dalyan: Dalaman (Belediye Hamami & Sarsala Koyu) and Kibyra Antik Kenti (in Golhisar). There's still lots to do: view the masterpieces at Gallery Iz, look for all kinds of wild species at Dalyan Special Environmental Protection Area, explore the ancient world of Lycian Rock Tombs, and steep yourself in history at Kaunos.

For other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Dalyan road trip planning site.

Traveling by car from Oludeniz to Dalyan takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. August in Dalyan sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Marmaris.

One of Turkey's major port towns and tourist resorts, Marmaris sits on the stretch of the Mediterranean coastline popularly known as the "Turkish Riviera." Nestled between verdant mountain ranges and the sea, Marmaris draws sailors and divers from around the globe, its marinas packed with private yachts and tour boats.

Relax by the water at Icmeler Beach and Marmaris Beach. Bring the kids along to J Diving Center, MSY OKYANUS JD and Ruby. Venture out of the city with trips to Oren PlajI (in Oren), Karaincir Plaji (in Akyarlar) and Turunc Sahil (in Turunc). Spend the 29th (Tue) exploring nature at Marmaris Milli Parki. There's still lots to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Akvaryum Koyu, take a stroll through Datca Peninsula, tour the pleasant surroundings at Incekum, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

For other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Marmaris trip itinerary planning site.

Traveling by car from Dalyan to Marmaris takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In August, daily temperatures in Marmaris can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) early enough to drive to Bodrum City.

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

Do some cultural sightseeing at Castle of St. Peter and Ender Guzey Museum ARThill. For shopping fun, head to Dibeklihan Kultur ve Sanat Koyu or Osmanli Tersanesi Sanat Galerisi. Get out of town with these interesting Bodrum City side-trips: Palamutbuku (Akvaryum PlajI & Palamutbükü Plajı), Datca (HayItbuku PlajI & Ovabuku PlajI) and Didim ManastIr Koyu (in Didim). There's much more to do: discover the deep blue sea with Aquapro Dive Center, kick back and relax at Yahsi Beach, tour the pleasant surroundings at Gun Batimi Plaji, and admire the masterpieces at Zeki Muren Arts Museum.

For where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Bodrum City trip planner.

You can drive from Marmaris to Bodrum City in 2.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Traveling from Marmaris in September, Bodrum City is a bit warmer at night with lows of 25°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Thu) so you can go by car 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.

Get some cultural insight at Pamukkale Thermal Pools and Hierapolis. Popular historic sites such as Anatolia Cemetery and Aphrodisias are in your itinerary. Step out of Pamukkale with an excursion to Lake Salda in Burdur--about 1h 30 min away. There's still lots to do: Head underground at Kaklik Cave, delve into the distant past at Laodikeia, look for gifts at Dogan Onyx factory, and get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

For reviews, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Pamukkale online trip planner.

Getting from Bodrum City to Pamukkale by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive 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.

Family-friendly places like Ancient City of Ephesus and Serenad Dive Center will thrill your kids. Your inner history buff will appreciate Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House) and Magnesia Antik Kenti. Venture out of the city with trips to Claros Plaji (in Menderes) and Tire Kent Muzesi (in Tire). The adventure continues: take a stroll through Sirince Koyu, explore the ancient world of Temple of Hadrian, step into the grandiose world of Ayasoluk Castle, and stop by Moon Light Souvenir Silver Shop.

For where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Selcuk trip itinerary planning site.

You can drive from Pamukkale to Selcuk in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can go by car to Bozcaada.

Tenedos or Bozcaada is an island of Turkey in the northeastern part of the Aegean Sea. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Beylik Koyu and Ayana Plaji. Shop till you drop at Zeynep Aksu GLASS STUDIO and Nunc. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Bozcaada: Gallipoli Battlefield (in Eceabat), Canakkale (Namazgah Tabyalari & Military Marine Museum) and Assos (Assos Theatre, Sokakagzi, &more). Next up on the itinerary: tour the pleasant surroundings at Ayazma Plaji, take in the spiritual surroundings of Alaybey Camii, visit a coastal fixture at Bozcaada Rüzgar Enerji Santrali, and see the interesting displays at Bozcaada Museum.

For reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Bozcaada itinerary builder.

Traveling by car from Selcuk to Bozcaada takes 5.5 hours. While traveling from Selcuk, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Bozcaada, ranging from highs of 32°C to lows of 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Gallipoli.

The Gallipoli peninsula is located in the southern part of East Thrace, the European part of Turkey, with the Aegean Sea to the west and the Dardanelles strait to the east.Gallipoli is the Italian form of the Greek name "Καλλίπολις" (Kallípolis), meaning "Beautiful City", the original name of the modern town of Gelibolu. Bring the kids along to Anzac Cove and Bolayir Plaji. Get a sense of the local culture at Gallipoli National Park and Sinan Pasa Turbesi. Get out of town with these interesting Gallipoli side-trips: Eceabat (57. Piyade Alayi Sehitligi & Conkbayiri Anitlari). The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Saruca Pasa Hamami, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at BayraklI Baba Turbesi, and don't miss a visit to Azaplar Camii.

To find ratings, maps, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Gallipoli trip itinerary maker tool.

Traveling by car from Bozcaada to Gallipoli takes 3 hours. In September, daytime highs in Gallipoli are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sat) early enough to go by car to Istanbul.

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.

Appreciate the collections at Topkapi Palace and Rumeli Fortress. Head to Kapali Carsi and Haru Carpet & Souvenirsfor plenty of shopping. There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Hagia Sophia Mosque, explore the galleries of Galata Tower, wander the streets of Ortakoy, and delve into the distant past at Basilica Cistern.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Istanbul route planner.

Getting from Gallipoli to Istanbul by car takes about 4 hours. While traveling from Gallipoli, expect a bit cooler days and somewhat warmer nights in Istanbul, ranging from highs of 26°C to lows of 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight back home.