Southwest Turkey Archaeology Tours
The Splendours of Southwest Turkey
10 Days
Southwest Turkey is the heartland of ancient civilizations, offering extraordinary opportunities on our comprehensive Southwest Turkey Archaeology Tours to retrace millennia of history, legendary Lycian and Pisidian ruins, and pivotal archaeological excavations across the Mediterranean and Aegean regions.
As a dedicated Turkey DMC and Travel Specialist, Talisman Tours specializes in ground handling and logistics for expert archaeological and cultural itineraries. We work exclusively with international travel agencies, universities, museums, and historical societies to design tailored private exploration routes, led by experienced licensed local guides and expert archaeologists.
Below is our sample Southwest Anatolian itinerary covering key historical and archaeological milestones—spanning the classical ruins and rich collections of Antalya (including Perge, Aspendos, Phaselis, and the Archaeological Museum), the dramatic mountain city of Sagalassos, the artifacts of Burdur Museum, the gladiator stadium of Kibyra, the ancient site of Pisidian Antioch in Isparta, and extending to the monumental Lycian capitals of Xanthos and Patara, along with Aphrodisias and Laodicea. Every route can be fully customized based on your group’s specific focus—whether it is academic study, deep archaeological exploration, or cultural heritage travel.
Explore Ancient Civilizations with Licensed Local Guides Our private archaeological tours bring antiquity to life through expert historical interpretation, deep stratigraphic insights, and professional narration, ensuring an authentic and scholarly exploration across every site.
Key Archaeological Destinations Along the Route Examine world-class museums and monumental excavations—from the breathtaking cliff-side theater of Sagalassos and the monumental tombs of Xanthos to the ancient harbor city of Patara and the stunning marble architecture of Perge.
Comprehensive Itinerary Tailored for Your Group From expert academic coordination to seamless ground handling, internal logistics, and museum access, every detail is handled with professional precision to guarantee a smooth, flawless travel experience.
Antalya : Perge, Aspendos, Phaselis, Archaeology Musesum, Xanthos, Patara
Burdur : Sagalassos, Burdur Museum, Kibyra
Isparta : Antioch Pisidia
Denizli : Aphrodisias, Pamukkale, Laodicea
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- All transfers
- 9 Nights FC Hotels Accommodation
- Welcome cocktail
- Transportation by modern Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Baggage Handling
- 9x breakfast and 9x dinner
- English speaking Prof. Tour Guide (Specialist on Archaeology and History)
- All entrance Fees
- All applicable Taxes
- Tips at the hotels
- Beverages
- Customary tips for guide and driver
Average weather for Istanbul
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| Ave High Temp °c | 8 | 8 | 11 | 16 | 20 | 26 | 28 | 25 | 25 | 19 | 14 | 10 |
| Ave Low Temp °c | 4 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 |
| Ave Rainfall (mm) | 100 | 70 | 50 | 60 | 40 | 30 | 30 | 20 | 50 | 60 | 100 | 100 |
Average weather for Ankara
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| Ave High Temp °c | 3 | 5 | 11 | 16 | 20 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 25 | 18 | 11 | 5 |
| Ave Low Temp °c | -5 | -4 | -2 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 8 | 3 | -1 | -3 |
| Ave Rainfall (mm) | 60 | 40 | 30 | 60 | 50 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 20 | 30 | 40 | 50 |
Average weather for Antalya
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| Ave High Temp °c | 15 | 15 | 18 | 21 | 26 | 31 | 34 | 33 | 31 | 26 | 20 | 16 |
| Ave Low Temp °c | 5 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 7 |
| Ave Rainfall (mm) | 180 | 130 | 80 | 80 | 20 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 90 | 180 | 210 |
Average weather for Izmir
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| Ave High Temp °c | 11 | 13 | 16 | 20 | 25 | 30 | 32 | 32 | 29 | 23 | 18 | 13 |
| Ave Low Temp °c | 4 | 5 | 6 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 20 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 6 |
| Ave Rainfall (mm) | 126 | 95 | 77 | 47 | 29 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 15 | 41 | 84 | 144 |
What Our Guests Say About Turkey
Turkey has many sensational archaeological sites…..the best are covered on this tour. The local guides were knowledgeable and entertaining. Southwest Turkey Archaeology Tours was organised well. There were no delays or problems. You could not cover as much ground as an independent tourist for anything like the cost of this tour.
Ross Edwards
Southwest Turkey Archaeology Tours was outstanding with lots of great places visited and friendly people. Also, there were so many really interesting places of historical value visited during the tour that it is difficult to say which was the most outstanding. I think the wide range of sightseeing experiences provided were excellent and enjoyed the experiences. Thanks for a great and exciting trip.
Peter Jackson
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