Six Days in Turkey for 18–35s: Antalya to Istanbul – 6 Days
Konya, Cappadocia and Istanbul in six days, for travellers aged 18 to 35.
Tour overview
This 6-day trip for travellers aged 18 to 35 crosses Turkey from the Mediterranean to Istanbul by way of Cappadocia. A local leader travels with the group, which numbers no more than sixteen, mostly by public bus. You stay four nights in hotels and a night on an overnight bus, with breakfast on most days and a dinner.
From Antalya you travel inland to Konya, the city of the whirling dervishes, then on to Cappadocia, a landscape of fairy chimneys and cave dwellings. You explore Kaymakli Underground City, Pigeon Valley and Devrent Valley, see a pottery demonstration and join a guided sunset hike, with the option of a sunrise balloon flight.
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An overnight bus brings you to Istanbul, where you join a walking tour of the colourful Fener and Balat districts before the trip ends.
The physical rating is medium. This trip suits travellers aged 18 to 35 with limited time who want to see Cappadocia and Istanbul.
Trip highlights
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Konya (Day 1)
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Kaymakli Underground City (Day 2)
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A Cappadocia sunrise (Day 3)
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A sunset hike (Day 3)
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The overnight bus (Day 4)
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Fener and Balat (Day 5)
Your route
5 stops from Antalya to Istanbul
- Antalya Day 1
- Konya Day 1
- Kaymakli Underground City Day 2
- Cappadocia Days 2–4
- Istanbul Days 5–6
Why choose this tour
Cappadocia and Istanbul in under a week. Great value with a group your own age.
Best suited to
- Travellers aged 18 to 35
- Travellers short on time
- Travellers on a budget
- Solo travellers
Day-by-day itinerary
6 days from Antalya, Turkey to Istanbul, Turkey
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Day 1 · Antalya, Konya Konya
A welcome meeting.
- Hotel
- Hotel
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Day 2 · Kaymakli Underground City, Cappadocia Cappadocia
Underground cities.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 3 · Pigeon Valley, Devrent Valley Cappadocia
Fairy chimneys.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 4 · Cappadocia Cappadocia
A free day.
- Hotel
- Overnight bus
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 5 · Fener, Balat Istanbul
Colourful districts.
- Hotel
- Hotel
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Day 6 · Istanbul Istanbul
The trip ends.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Konya (1 night) Hotel
- Cappadocia (2 nights) Hotel
- Overnight bus (1 night) Overnight bus
- Istanbul (1 night) Hotel
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 4 nights in hotels and a night on a bus
- Meals 4 breakfasts and 1 dinner
- Public buses and an overnight bus
- Kaymakli Underground City and valley visits
- Pottery demonstration and sunset hike
- Fener and Balat walking tour
- Local leader throughout
Not included
- Flights
- Optional balloon flight
- Meals not included 1 breakfast, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
- Travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You are over 35
- You don't want an overnight bus
- You want comfortable hotels throughout
- You want flights included — they are not
Good to know
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Departures & prices
From £356 per person, twin share, tour only. 66 upcoming departures.
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
What ages is this trip for?
Travellers aged 18 to 35.
Do I need a visa for Turkey?
No, UK citizens can visit Turkey visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180.
What is the overnight bus like?
A modern intercity coach with reclining seats.
Is the balloon flight included?
No, it is an optional extra.
Can I have my own room?
A single supplement is available, except on the bus.
How many people travel together?
No more than sixteen travellers, with a local leader.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary