Highlights of Turkey — Winter Season
Classic Turkey Itineraries
Overview
From the Byzantine domes of Istanbul to the lunar valleys of Cappadocia and the marble cities of the Aegean, this winter holiday journey weaves together UNESCO-listed monuments, living bazaars, Roman theatres, Seljuk caravanserais and warm Anatolian hospitality — crafted for travellers who want culture, history and unforgettable scenery across two continents.
Single departure: 27 December 2026.
Day by day
Day 1 — Arrival in Istanbul. Overnight: Istanbul
Day 2 — Istanbul Old City. Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, the Blue Mosque and the Basilica Cistern. Breakfast · Overnight: Istanbul
Day 3 — Layers of Istanbul. Chora mosaics, a Bosphorus cruise, Taksim to Galata, the Grand and Spice Bazaars. Breakfast · Overnight: Istanbul
Day 4 — To Ankara. Anıtkabir and the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. Breakfast, dinner · Overnight: Ankara
Day 5 — Into Cappadocia. Uçhisar, Pigeon Valley, panoramic viewpoints and Red Valley at sunset. Breakfast, lunch, dinner · Overnight: Cappadocia
Day 6 — Cappadocia classics. Göreme Open-Air Museum, Kaymaklı Underground City and the pottery town of Avanos. Breakfast, dinner · Overnight: Cappadocia
Day 7 — Cappadocia to Antalya. Sultanhanı Caravanserai and the Mevlâna Museum in Konya. Breakfast, dinner · Overnight: Antalya
Day 8 — Antalya region. Aspendos, Perge, Side and the old town of Kaleiçi. Breakfast, dinner · Overnight: Antalya
Day 9 — To Pamukkale. The travertine terraces and ancient Hierapolis. Breakfast, dinner · Overnight: Pamukkale
Day 10 — To İzmir via Ephesus and Şirince. Breakfast, dinner · Overnight: İzmir
Day 11 — İzmir and Pergamon. Kemeraltı Bazaar, the acropolis of Pergamon, then the coast at Ayvalık. Overnight: Ayvalık
Day 12 — Troy and return to Istanbul. Overnight: Istanbul
Day 13 — Leisure day in Istanbul. Neighbourhoods, galleries or a hammam — your own finale. Overnight: Istanbul
Day 14 — Departure. Airport transfer after breakfast.
In every KAMPA journey
Named hotels
Every night in a hotel named on this page — 4–5★, chosen by our Istanbul office.
Flights & transfers
Domestic flights, airport transfers and air-conditioned travel between cities included.
EN / FR guide
A licensed English- or French-speaking guide with you from arrival to departure.
Included, not included & hotels
Included: 13 nights at the hotels indicated · meals as per itinerary · all museum and site visits mentioned, including the Bosphorus cruise · airport transfers · coach transportation between cities · English- or French-speaking guide.
Not included: international flights · meals not listed · personal expenses and tips · optional excursions such as balloon flights.
Hotels: Istanbul — Novotel Zeytinburnu / Avantgarde Urban Hotel Taksim · Ankara — Radisson Blu · Cappadocia — Ramada by Wyndham · Antalya — Renex Hotel · Pamukkale — Colossae Thermal & Spa · İzmir — Perla Pura · Ayvalık — Bacacan Hotel.
FAQ
Why is there no price on the page?
Each departure is priced for its group size, hotel category and season. Send your dates and we return a firm, all-inclusive price within 12–24 hours.
Can this journey run privately for my family or group?
Yes. The same route can run as a private departure on your own dates, with a dedicated guide and vehicle.
Are international flights included?
No — you arrive in Istanbul on your own flight; from there every transfer, domestic flight, hotel night and site entry is ours.
What about optional extras such as the balloon flight?
Optional activities are booked locally and paid separately; we reserve a slot for you if you ask in advance.
How do I book?
Send a request through the form or call us. We confirm availability, send a proposal, and secure your places with a deposit.
