Turkey: Coastlines & Cappadocia

G Adventures · 15 days

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Turkey: Coastlines & Cappadocia
Turkey: Coastlines & Cappadocia
15 Days
From AUD $2141 Was AUD $2519
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Light

Rating


(20 reviews)

Turkey: Coastlines & Cappadocia

Turkey: Coastlines & Cappadocia

G Adventures · 15 days

Use code BONUS10 to get an extra 10% off all tours — for a limited time only. T&Cs apply

Duration

15 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Basic

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

White cliffs and bright blue travertines (limestone pools) of Pammukkale and the glimmering Blue Mosque, experience the best of Turkey's historical highlights and natural wonders in one incredible tour.

Includes

Activities

  • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Big Night Out Moment: Antalya Your Big Night Out Moment: Istanbul
  • Orientation walk of Istanbul
  • Afternoon boat trip with dinner (Aegean Sea)
  • Göreme Open Air Museum Visit
  • Visit to Pamukkale and the ancient site of Hierapolis
  • Visit to Ephesus
  • Visit to Troy
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

  • Simple hotels (14 nts).
  • 14 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Transport

  • Private bus, boat, walking.

Group Leader

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Highlights

  • Discover historic cities and extraordinary scenery
  • Visit the ancient sites of Ephesus and Troy
  • Relax on an afternoon boat trip in the Mediterranean Sea
  • Explore the bustling streets of Istanbul
Turkey: Coastlines & Cappadocia

Trip Details

Duration

15 days

Transportation

Private bus, boat, walking.

Guide Language

English

Starts

Istanbul, Turkey

Finishes

Istanbul, Turkey

Accommodations

Basic

Travel Style

18 - 39 Year Olds Only, Budget

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

1

Day 1: Istanbul

Arrive at any time.

Shake off that jet lag and prepare for an evening buzzing with excitement. Head out with your group and CEO for drinks at a favourite local spot. After, feel free to do some exploring in the area on your own or with some fellow travellers. Kick-off your adventure in Istanbul with lively music, and a healthy dose of fun.
Get the most out of your time in Istanbul by pre-booking the following activity to experience before your tour starts: Istanbul Walking Tour and Bosphorus Cruise. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour.

And don't worry if you can't decide now. This activity is available for pre-booking any time before your tour starts, while any of the optional activities listed can be booked independently upon arrival in Istanbul.


Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Bergama Hotel Istanbul
2

Day 2: Istanbul/Ankara

View the sights of Istanbul on an orientation walk with the CEO before travelling by bus to Ankara. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure after checking into the hotel.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Enjoy an orientation walk of Istanbul. Each walk varies, allowing your CEO to show off their favourite spots around the city. Pass by city highlights such as the Topkapi Palace, the Hagia Sophia (also known as the Aya Sofya), and the Blue Mosque. Walks may also include the atmospheric Spice Bazaar or breathtaking Grand Bazaar.Accommodation - Elit Palas Hotel
3

Day 3: Ankara/Cappadocia

After breakfast, visit Ataturk's Mausoleum before setting off for the Cappadocia region. Make a stop on the way at Salt Lake, the second-largest lake in Turkey and enjoy the rest of the day to relax or to choose from some of the many optional activities available.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Activity - Visit a mausoleum commemorating the founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. The Mausoleum of Atatürk is located in Turkey's capital of Ankara and has become one of the sprawling city's must-see locations.Accommodation - Dilek Kaya Cappadocia
4

Day 4: Cappadocia

Enjoy some free time this morning. Opt to take part in a Hot Air Balloon excursion before touring the region and visiting the Göreme Open Air Museum. Explore the unique Open Air Museum, a site made up of a number of medieval painted cave churches. Carved by Orthodox monks, many of the churches are up to 1,000 years old and still retain their amazing colour and vibrancy. Enjoy the incredible landscapes and photo stop opportunities on the bus ride back to the hotel for the evening.
One of the best ways to explore Cappadocia is on foot. Opt to join a trekking tour through one of the beautiful valleys. Ask your CEO about the many other walking and hiking options available in the area.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Climb aboard and settle in for a bus tour of the region, pinpointing several local highlights and providing many photo stops to fill your camera roll.Activity - Explore the unique Open Air Museum, a site made up of a number of medieval painted cave churches. Carved out by Orthodox monks, many of the churches are up to 1,000 years old and still retain their amazing colour and vibrancy.Accommodation - Dilek Kaya Cappadocia
5

Day 5: Göreme/Antalya

Depart for Antalya this morning with a stop in Konya along the way for some time to explore, find some lunch or visit the Mevlana Museum and mausoleum of Mevlana Rumi, a Persian Sufi mystic. After settling into the hotel in Antalya, head out with your CEO in the evening to get your bearings on a short orientation walk on the way to an optional dinner out.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Gurtas Hotel Antalya
6

Day 6: Antalya

Head off with your CEO this morning to the impressive ruins of Termessos, one of the best-preserved ancient cities of Turkey perched at the top of a mountain. Explore the site and take in the amazing views before returning to Antalya for a free afternoon to explore, laze on the beach or relax. In the evening, head out with your CEO and fellow travel mates for a night out on the town.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Take in the splendour of the ancient city of Thermessos. Found by the Solims who lived in the Psidia Region and born from the legend of Bellerophon. This mountaintop city is one of the best preserved sites in Turkey. It sits over 1,000 metres above sea level and the amphitheatre has stunning panoramic views of the Pamphylia region and the Taurus Mountains.Free_time - Take the afternoon to explore the city or hit a local beach.Activity - Whether it’s a pub crawl, drink specials or a bonfire on the beach, celebrate late into the night with your new best friends.Accommodation - Gurtas Hotel Antalya
7

Day 7: Antalya/Kekova

Travel to the beautiful coastal village of Kekova and spend the afternoon onboard a boat in the Mediterranean Sea. Enjoy a freshly prepared dinner before disembarking the boat and driving to our hotel for the evening.

Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - climb aboard, settle in, and enjoy the ride.Activity - Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.Activity - Come aboard for an afternoon trip off the gorgeous coast of Turkey (dinner is included and cold drinks can be purchased). Sit back, relax, and enjoy the crystal clear waters Turkey is famous for.Accommodation - Winecity Hotel Demre
8

Day 8: Kekova/Fethiye

Hit the road again today for the drive along the Turquoise Coast to the seaside town of Kaş. Wander the pedestrian streets, browse the colourful shops the and find some lunch before continuing to Fethiye in the afternoon. Enjoy the rest of the day to relax.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - There's plenty to see and do; now if your time to explore.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Alper Hotel Fethiye
9

Day 9: Fethiye

Enjoy free time to explore Fethiye. Opt for a boat trip to it's near-shore islands, hike to Oludeniz lagoon or visit Butterfly valley.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Fethiye is a popular tourist destination, and it’s easy to see why. Visitors can choose from countless activities and attractions, ranging from active adventures to cultural explorations. Go canyoneering in the Sakilikent Gorge, enjoy a wide range of water sports, or trek between Kayakoy and Oludeniz (one of the world's most famous hikes). Head to Fethiye Museum to discover the area’s past and be sure to soak in the scenic views of Fethiye’s beautiful harbor, which boasts a speckling of charming islands.Accommodation - Alper Hotel Fethiye
10

Day 10: Fethiye/Pamukkale

Travel inland today, passing through fruit orchards on the way to Pamukkale. In the afternoon, visit the famous white cliffs of Pamukkale and explore the ancient site of Hierapolis, built on top of the white "castle". This UNESCO World Heritage Site is evidence that the hot springs of Pamukkale were used as a spa since the 2nd century BC. Back in town, join your CEO to find one of their local favourate places to eat on an optional dinner out.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, settle in, and enjoy the ride.Free_time - Get out and explore more of this beautiful country.Activity - Tour the white cliffs of Pamukkale to learn about this World Heritage-listed site and natural wonder. Made up of 17 hot water springs, the cliffs are formed when the calcium carbonate hardens with time. Explore the ancient site of Hierapolis built on top of the white "castle." See the large, ancient baths within the city (thought to be evidence that the hot springs of Pamukkale were used as a spa since second century BC).Accommodation - Uyum Hotel Pamukkale
11

Day 11: Pamukkale/Selçuk

Head to the coastal town of Selçuk. In the late afternoon visit one of Turkey's best preserved and well-known sites, Ephesus, followed by a photo stop at the Temple of Artemis. Transfer back to the hotel this evening for free time.
Visit the ruins of the ancient Roman town of Ephesus. One of the foremost cities of the world in its time, with a strategic location on the trade route, this well-preserved city is one of the best places in the world to get a real feeling of what life must have been like during Roman times.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of a private vehicle.Activity - Tour the ruins of ancient Ephesus to get a feeling of what life must have been like during Roman times. Take in its massive, well-preserved theatre, which dominates the view down Harbour Street. See the two-story library, whose façade has been carefully reconstructed from all original pieces. Built in AD 125, it once held nearly 12,000 scrolls.Accommodation - Vinifera Ephesus Hotel
12

Day 12: Selçuk

Take advantage of a full free day in Selçuk. Maybe visit the nearby village of Sirince, hop between some of the great bars and restaurants in town, or join a traditional cooking class. Regroup in the evening to share stories over an optional dinner out with the group.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and see the sights.Accommodation - Vinifera Ephesus Hotel
13

Day 13: Selçuk/Çanakkale

Travel north to Canakkale and visit the Legendary Troy en route. This evening, explore on your own with free time.
Travel to Çanakkale. On the way, visit the world famous Troy.

Enjoy the harbour town of Çanakkale, a busy port with a thriving student population. Join the crowds as they stroll the waterfront nightly, enjoying the atmosphere of the night.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - See historic Troy, made famous by Homer’s “Iliad,” (and more recently by Orlando Bloom and Brad Pitt). Tour the city that, for centuries, was regarded as just a myth, until its ruins were found in in the mid-19th century. Imagine what a great city this must have been, while taking a tour of the remains. Don't miss the chance to have a photo taken with the Trojan horse.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Grand Anzac Hotel Canakkale
14

Day 14: Çanakkale/Istanbul

In the morning, travel to the battlefield of Gallipoli for the option to visit with a tour or enjoy some free time. Continue travelling to Istanbul in the afternoon, arriving in the evening for one last night out with the group.
Opt to visit Gallipoli early in the morning, where thousands gave their lives during WWI in the battle of the same name.

We'll continue our journey to Istanbul where there will be the opportunity to continue your sightseeing or get in some last minute shopping. Why not top off a wonderful adventure with an optional dinner at one of Istanbul's atmospheric restaurants.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard, grab a seat, and enjoy the ride.Activity - Let your CEO lead you through some of Istanbul's coolest and most vibrant neighbourhoods, Karaköy and Taksim, to party like a local!Accommodation - Bergama Hotel Istanbul
15

Day 15: Istanbul

Depart at any time.
Your tour might be finished, but the adventure's far from over. Pre-book the following activity to experience after your tour ends: Istanbul Walking Tour and Bosphorus Cruise. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night in Istanbul.

And don't worry if you can't decide now. This activity is available for pre-booking any time before your tour starts, or it can be booked upon arrival in Istanbul.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.

From
AUD $2519

AUD $2,141
(Tour only)
Offer ends 01 Apr, 2026 Per Person Standard
15% Off

Duration: 15 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Light

White cliffs and bright blue travertines (limestone pools) of Pammukkale and the glimmering Blue Mosque, experience the best of Turkey's historical highlights and natural wonders in one incredible tour.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 03 Jun 2026

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
4.5
Trevor R.
Traveled, October 2023

11/04/2023

Great places to visit and guide was knowledgeable and helpful.

4.0
Bradley O.
Traveled, October 2023

11/04/2023

Incredible staff who are passionate and knowledgeable and accommodating, and neat and efficiently planned itineraries

Tour Operator

G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.

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