Where East meets West and the Mediterranean sparkles under the sun, this is Turkey at its most captivating. With JE Escapes’ exclusive touch, explore the grand mosques and palaces of Istanbul before retreating to the turquoise shores of Antalya, where luxury and leisure meet ancient wonders.
Day 1 | Arrival in Istanbul – The City of Two Continents
Arrive at Istanbul Airport, where our representative will greet you and assist with luggage. Transfer in a private vehicle to your hotel. The evening is free to wander the charming Sultanahmet district or relax at a rooftop café with Bosphorus views.
Accommodation: 5★ hotels in Istanbul (BB)
Day 2 | Historic Treasures of Istanbul
Guided morning visit to Hagia Sophia, a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture, and the Blue Mosque with its six minarets and Iznik tiles. Stroll through the Hippodrome, once the heart of Byzantine public life. Afternoon exploration of Topkapi Palace, with its opulent courtyards and priceless treasures of the Ottoman Empire.
Optional: Traditional Ottoman lunch in Sultanahmet.
Accommodation: 5★ hotel in Istanbul (BB)
Day 3 | Bosphorus Beauty & Spice Bazaar
Begin at the Spice Bazaar, where vibrant colors and exotic aromas fill the air. Embark on a private Bosphorus cruise, gliding between Europe and Asia past elegant palaces, fortresses, and yalı (waterfront mansions). Afternoon free to shop in the Grand Bazaar or stroll lively Istiklal Street in Taksim.
Optional: Dinner cruise on the Bosphorus with live entertainment.
Accommodation: 5★ hotel in Istanbul (BB)
Day 4 | Flight to Antalya – Jewel of the Mediterranean
Morning flight to Antalya. Private transfer to your 5★ beachfront resort. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool or exploring the Old Town (Kaleiçi), with its narrow lanes, Roman harbor, and Ottoman-era houses.
Optional: Fresh seafood dinner by the marina.
Accommodation: 5★ beachfront resort in Antalya (BB)
Day 5 | Ancient Wonders – Perge, Aspendos & Side
Full-day guided excursion to Perge, an ancient city with impressive Roman gates and colonnaded streets. Continue to Aspendos, home to one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the world. End the day in Side, a coastal town blending ancient temples and sandy beaches.
Optional: Lunch at a riverside restaurant in Side.
Accommodation: 5★ beachfront resorts in Antalya (BB)
Day 6 | Leisure on the Turquoise Coast
A full day at leisure to enjoy the Mediterranean sun. Relax at your resort, book a spa treatment, or join an optional boat trip along the coast. For nature lovers, a visit to the Düden Waterfalls is a perfect escape.
Optional: Private yacht sunset cruise.
Accommodation: 5★ beachfront resort in Antalya (BB)
Day 7 | Farewell Turkey
After breakfast, enjoy a seamless private transfer to Antalya Airport for your onward flight.
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