Turkish Treasures

Embark on a 13-day tour of Turkey offering an immersive experience through the country’s rich history, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture.

Private Itinerary
13 Days

Journey Highlights & Signature Inclusions

Explore Turkey’s diverse treasures from Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes to Ephesus’ ancient ruins, from Konya’s whirling dervishes to Göreme’s underground cities. Visit stunning Mediterranean coastlines, relax on Ölüdeniz beach, and observe sea turtles in Dalyan. Experience unforgettable views from a hot air balloon and discover picturesque seaside resorts along the way.

  • 12 nights in exquisite 4 and 5-star hotels
  • 12 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 4 dinners (D)
  • Visit Turkey’s Göreme National Park and Rock Sites of Cappadocia, seaside towns of Antalya, Fethiye, Marmaris and Kuşadasi
  • Guided tour and entrance fees to Göreme National Park
  • Hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia
  • Visit a pottery workshop
  • Guided tour and entrance fees to the Perge and Ephesus Ruins
  • Guided tour of the ancient city of Caunos and the Dalyan River Delta
  • Boat excursion and guided tour of the Greek Island of Rhodes
  • Visit the ancient ghost town of Kayaköy
  • Visit 3 UNESCO World Heritage Listed sites
  • Entrance fees to Mevlana Museum, Temple of Apollo and Kayaköy
  • All land transport including deluxe coach and airport transfers
  • Accompanying Tour Director throughout
  • Porterage included

Discover The Itinerary

Explore your itinerary in detail, featuring carefully selected hotels, unique experiences, and premium inclusions designed to elevate your travel experience.

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
Day 12
Day 13

DAY 1: Kayseri – Cappadocia

Welcome to Kayseri to start your amazing journey through central and southern Turkey. On arrival in Kayseri, be transferred to Cappadocia, Turkey’s historic region in Central Anatolia. On arrival, refresh yourself at the hotel before enjoying a welcome dinner.

Argos in Cappadocia

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Dinner

Meals Included

DAY 2: Cappadocia

Enjoy a full day visiting the spectacular Göreme National Park and the Rock Sites of Cappadocia. The Valley contains a spectacular landscape, entirely sculptured by erosion including dwellings, troglodyte villages and underground towns. The site is UNESCO World Heritage listed. The visit includes cliff caves to see Byzantine frescoes, the underground city of Kaymakli, Rose Valley, the natural citadel of Uchisar and Pasabag Valley. Afterward, visit the village of Avanos, famous for centuries for pottery production and visit a workshop.

Argos in Cappadocia

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

DAY 3: Cappadocia

This morning, enjoy a hot air balloon ride to see the amazing rock formations from a different perspective. The rest of the day is at your leisure to relax or perhaps hike through the stunning landscape of the Rose Valley.

Argos in Cappadocia

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

DAY 4: Cappadocia – Konya

Depart Cappadocia and head along the ancient Silk Road, stopping at a 13th century “Caravanserai” that provided roadside shelter for weary travellers. Continue to Konya, one of the oldest cities in the world, known for its Seljuk architecture and Whirling Dervishes. On arrival, enjoy an organised lunch followed by a visit to the tomb of Mevlana. Afterward, visit Çatalhöyük, the world’s best-preserved Neolithic site (dating to 7000 BC), which is UNESCO World Heritage-listed.

Dedeman Konya Hotel and Convention Centre

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast, Lunch

Meals Included

DAY 5: Konya – Side – Antalya

After breakfast, depart for Side, a picturesque town located on a peninsula that boasts classic ruins, modern day resorts and sandy white beaches. Stop for an independent lunch and time to explore The Temple of Apollo, before continuing to Antalya with its gorgeous beaches and lush green mountains. On arrival, freshen up at your seaside resort before enjoying an organised dinner.

Liberty Hotels Lara

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast, Dinner

Meals Included

DAY 6: Antalya – Perge – Antalya

Enjoy a guided tour of Perge’s archaeological ruins, including the great theatre, stadium, ruined towers of the Hellenistic-Roman city gate and Aspendos’ impressive Roman theatre. Afterwards, return to Antalya, where the rest of the day is yours to relax by the sea.

Liberty Hotels Lara

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

DAY 7: Antalya – Ölüdeniz – Fethiye

Depart for Fethiye, a Mediterranean hot spot with an incredible natural harbour. On arrival, freshen up in your amazing beach resort, before enjoying an organised lunch and a visit to the stunning Ölüdeniz, one of the most photographed beaches in the Mediterranean. The evening is at your leisure to explore Fethiye.

Jiva Beach Resort

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast, Lunch

Meals Included

DAY 8: Fethiye – Kayaköy – Fethiye

This morning, visit the ghost town of Kayaköy, where Anatolian Greeks lived until 1923. The town consists of hundreds of run-down but mostly intact Greek-style houses perched on a mountainside. Afterwards, explore Saklikent Gorge, measuring an impressive 300 metres by 18km, before returning to Fethiye for an organised dinner.

Jiva Beach Resort

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast, Dinner

Meals Included

DAY 9: Fethiye – Dalyan – Marmaris

Enjoy a guided tour of the ancient city of Caunos and the Lycian Rock Tombs, accessible by small boat through a labyrinth of thick vegetation on the Dalyan River Delta. Here you may take a bath in mineral rich sulphurous mud. Continue, to İztuzu Beach, one of the main breeding grounds for the endangered loggerhead sea turtle. Afterward, continue to the Port of Marmaris with its gorgeous backdrop of pine-clad mountains. The evening is at your leisure to explore the town’s vibrant nightlife.

D Maris Bay

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast

Meals Included

DAY 10: Marmaris – Rhodes – Marmaris

Today enjoy the short boat excursion to the beautiful Greek island of Rhodes. Enjoy a guided tour of its UNESCO World Heritage Listed medieval old town featuring fortified walls, historic gates and a maze of winding streets. Afterward, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and have time to stroll around before returning to Marmaris.

D Maris Bay

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast, Lunch

Meals Included

DAY 11: Marmaris – Kuşadasi

Depart for Kuşadasi, a popular resort town for both international tourists and Turks. On arrival, freshen up at the hotel before enjoying the remainder of the day to relax or visit one of its many and varied beaches.

Korumar Hotel Deluxe

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Breakfast

Meals Included

DAY 12: Kuşadasi – Ephesus – Kuşadasi

Enjoy an excursion and be guided to the magnificent ruins of the ancient Greek city of Ephesus. The city was built in the 10th century BC and was famed for the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven Wonders of the Ancient World. See the great amphitheatre that seated nearly 25,000 people, the impressive Celsus Library, the Agora and the Temples of Hadrian and Domitian. Afterwards, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, located atop a mountain where Mary is said to have spent her last days. Return to Kuşadasi to enjoy a celebratory closing dinner.

Korumar Hotel Deluxe

Overnight Hotel / or similar

Breakfast, Dinner

Meals Included

DAY 13: Kuşadasi – Izmir

After breakfast, transfer to Izmir airport for your ongoing journey, or remain in Kuşadasi at your leisure to perhaps embark on a sailing journey around the nearby islands or venture inland to experience Heirapolis-Pamukkale.

Breakfast

Meals Included

Upcoming Departures

Enjoy your private itinerary

Experience the freedom of a private, fully customisable itinerary with Ormina Tours. This itinerary can start on any date, with options to adjust activities, upgrade experiences, and tailor every detail to suit your travel style, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable journey designed just for you.

  • Depart on any date you choose
  • Fully customisable
  • Unique activities
  • Comfort and privacy
From $19,765 AUD PPFrom price (Private driver)

Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Ormina Tours provide?

Ormina Tours provides land services in Europe. We cover most of Europe and are continually expanding. If your destination is uncommon, please contact us to confirm availability.

We offer Small Group Journeys on set departure dates (max. 10 guests for 2025 and max. 12 guests for 2026), tailored private journeys (full F.I.T. services), and booking and coordination of accommodation. From airport transfers to fully customized European travel, we cover everything, except flights

Where is Ormina Tours based, and do you serve clients worldwide?

We are an Australian company with offices in Sydney and Perth, as well as a team in Europe to ensure seamless service delivery. While based in Australia, we cater to clients globally and partner with over 250 travel agents across Australia, New Zealand, and the USA.

When is the best time to visit Europe, and do your tours operate year-round?

Europe offers charm year-round. May and September are popular for Australians, while beach destinations are busiest in August. Most Small Group Journeys run between April and October, while private journeys are available year-round. Early planning (at least 6 months) is recommended for busy regions like the Amalfi Coast.

Is travel insurance required?

Yes, we require all clients travelling to have travel insurance as this is a requirement for Tour Operators Insurances, otherwise guests must sign a release and discharge of liability waiver for us to accept the booking. If you need assistance arranging insurance, just ask.

Do you cater to travellers with mobility challenges?

We tailor all journeys to our client’s travel preferences and needs, including any mobility challenges whether it is special vehicles, travel scooters, hotel rooms with accessible showers and hoists. We also have expertise on most attractions and towns to know which are more accessible than others.

With our Small Group Journeys, any significant mobility challenge requires an accompanying minder/helper to attend on the tour as it is not always possible for our Tour Directors, drivers and guides to offer continuous care in a group environment. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

What is the group size, and what happens if only two people book the tour?

Our Small Group Journeys are designed for a maximum of 10 guests (12 guests in 2026) to ensure an intimate experience. A minimum of 2 guests is required to guarantee departure (4 guests in 2026).

Should fewer than four guests be booked, you will have the exclusive opportunity to enjoy the same itinerary as a private journey at a preferential rate, giving you the confidence and certainty to book in advance. If you do not wish to undertake the small group journey itinerary as a private journey and we advised within the require deadline as disclosed, we will provide you with a full refund.

What is included and excluded in a Small Group Journey?

Our itineraries include accommodation, transportation, guided activities, and meals as marked – B (breakfast), L (lunch), or D (dinner). Exclusions typically include flights, city taxes, personal expenses, and any items not explicitly listed in the itinerary.

Do I need to tip?

Tipping is optional but appreciated for exceptional service. After booking you will be provided with some tipping guidelines should you choose to do so.

What is the luggage allowance?

Each guest can bring one standard checked bag and one carry-on. Please inform us if you need to bring extra luggage.

What is a private journey?

Private journeys (named City Breaks and Regional Discoveries) are not tours with other people. They are suggested itineraries for the city/region that can be fully customised with prearranged services, allowing independent exploration.

Can I choose my hotel?

For private itineraries, we recommend hotels in our itineraries, we can certainly work to accommodate your preferences.

Hotels are set for Small Group Journeys but you can opt to upgrade your room.

What currency are your tours priced in?

Tours (that is our Small Group Journeys) are priced in AUD for Australian residents, NZD for New Zealand residents, and USD for US residents. Other nationalities will pay in AUD unless otherwise arranged.

Prices are fixed once paid in full. In rare cases of significant currency fluctuations, unpaid bookings may be subject to price adjustments. If this occurs, we will contact you or your travel agent to advise you and you will have the option to either pay the full tour price by a certain date or accept the increase.

Do you accept credit cards?

Yes, though credit card fees may apply. Domestic wire transfers are also accepted.

What deposit is required?

Deposit amounts vary on the size of the booking and whether the booking includes tickets and admissions that maybe non-refundable or non-transferable after purchase. Full payment is due 3 months before your first service date.

Can I change or cancel my booking after making a deposit?

Changes incur a $100 fee per request unless additional services are added. Cancelling more than 50% of services is considered a cancellation, and fees will apply.
Any cancellation made by you prior to your travel (including any changes to your departure date) will result in the following cancellation fees:

Days of notice from notification to first date of service:

  • 91+ days: Loss of deposit
  • 90–75 days: Loss of Booking Deposit and 50% of the balance of the Tour Price
  • 75 days or less: Loss of Booking Deposit and 100% of the balance of the Tour Price

We always advise our clients to purchase comprehensive travel insurance to cover any unforeseen cancellations.

What are Ormina Tours’ COVID-19 guidelines?
  • Follow local laws, wear masks, and maintain social distancing as required.
  • Do not travel if you are symptomatic, recently exposed, or COVID-positive.
  • Stay updated on airline and country-specific protocols.

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