Questions worth answering before you book

Short guides to the things visitors actually ask us — which route to take, how long to stay, and when a trip is worth the drive. No prices or opening times here; those change. These do not.

Istanbul

Day trips from Istanbul

Which day trip should you take from Istanbul?

On a first visit, spend your first full day in the city and put the Bosphorus in the afternoon. Save Bursa, the Princes' Islands and Gallipoli for a second or third day.

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Cappadocia

Day trips from Cappadocia

Cappadocia Red Tour or Green Tour — which one should you take?

The Red Tour covers the postcard Cappadocia — Goreme, the fairy chimneys and the valleys, with short drives. The Green Tour goes further south-west for the underground city and a canyon walk. With one day, take the Red Tour.

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How many days do you need in Cappadocia?

Two nights is the sensible minimum: two full days on the ground, and a second morning in case the balloons cannot fly on the first. One night works but leaves no margin for weather.

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Antalya

Day trips from Antalya

Antalya: boat trip or ancient cities?

In high summer take to the water — the ruins are open, unshaded stone. In spring and autumn do the ancient cities: the same sites are comfortable to walk and far quieter.

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Kusadasi

Day trips from Kusadasi

Is Pamukkale worth it as a day trip?

Yes, but it is a long day — Pamukkale is roughly 200 km inland, so expect an early start and a late return. Worth doing if you have the day to give it; better as an overnight if you do not.

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Ephesus: what to see and how long it takes

The main route through Ephesus takes two to three hours, walked downhill from one gate to the other. Adding the House of the Virgin Mary, the Temple of Artemis or Sirince turns it into a full day.

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