Update (April 2, 5:32 p.m. ET): Due to the popularity of this offer, rooms have now sold out on the following dates: Sept. 3.

Traverse Turkey's spectacular landscape during peak season on this 11-night package for $1499 per person, including taxes -- all while staying in 4-star and 5-star hotels. This saves more than $1000 per person.

On this expansive itinerary, travelers can savor the rich aromas of Istanbul's spice markets, explore rock-cut houses in Cappadocia or hike past ancient ruins in Ephesus.

This deal from Gate 1 Travel includes:

• Roundtrip airfare from the U.S. to Istanbul
• English-speaking tour manager
• 19 meals: daily breakfast, eight dinners
• Airport transfers

Depart: Sept. 3, 10; Oct. 15, 18, 22, 25

According to Frommer's, this travel period is the "absolute best time to go."

Along the way, travelers spend three nights in Istanbul; two nights each in seaside Antalya, the port city Izmir and Cappadocia; as well as one night each in Canakkale and the capital city, Ankara.

Flights are available from all major U.S. gateways; this package is priced from New York. See Gate 1 Travel's site for specific pricing.

Travelzoo Tip: Consider booking a hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia's moonlike landscape.