Ephesus Pamukkale and Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul 4 Nights 5 Days Tour Package

Guaranteed Departures Every Day from Your Hotel in Istanbul!

International flights and stay in Istanbul are not included.

Day 1:  (Fly to Izmir. Accommodation in Kuşadası)

Depending on your plan in Istanbul and your availability, pick-up from your hotel in Istanbul any time you want after 12:00 for transfer to the airport and take a flight to Izmir.

(Flights are available from Istanbul to Izmir every two hours from noon until night)

Upon arrival at Izmir airport, transfer to the hotel in Kuşadası and accommodation.

Day 2: (Tour in Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary and accommodation)

Breakfast at the hotel in Kuşadası and departure for the tour.

The tour of Ephesus and The House of Virgin Mary from 10:00 to 17:00. 

THE PLACES WE WILL VISIT ARE AS FOLLOWS;

• “The Temple of Artemis”,
• “The Ancient Greco-Roman city of Ephesus with ruins”,
• “Gate of Magnesia”,
• “Odeum”,
• “Great Theater”,
• “The Temple of Hadrian”,
• “Library of Celsus”,
• “THE HOUSE OF VIRGIN MARY”

Lunch is included in the tour.

• After the tour, we will take you to the hotel in Kusadasi – around 17:00.
• Accommodation in Kusadasi.

Day 3 (Tour in Pamukkale and transfer to Cappadocia – by plane or bus)

(Departure around 07:00 from the hotel and travel to Pamukkale by the agency’s vehicle with the accompaniment of the tour guide – travel duration is 2.5 – 3 hours.)

Although breakfast is included with accommodation, the departure is early on this day. If you do not request the hotel to prepare a breakfast box the night before, you would miss breakfast on this day. 

Start the tour in PAMUKKALE and Hierapolis around 11:00-11:30: 

(Pamukkale is a fairly small town, and although it is very beautiful, the tour lasts no more than about 3-4 hours in total.)

THE PLACES WE WILL VISIT ARE AS FOLLOWS;

• The magnificent travertines of Pamukkale
• The Cotton Castle
• The Petrified Waterfalls of Pamukkale – The Ancient City of Hierapolis
• The Basilica
• The Theater
• The Roman Baths
• Cleopatra’s Pool (this last one is subject to an additional charge if you want to swim – extra 10 euros to be paid on-site)

Lunch is included in the tour.

• After the tour, we will take you to the bus station to catch the regular overnight bus to Cappadocia-Urgup

(This regular bus trip is long-lasting – spending the whole night on the bus, and it is quite a heavy journey.

On certain days of the week, it is possible to make this journey by plane by paying the additional cost of the additional hotel night and the air ticket, and on other days with a flight with a stopover in Istanbul. Details of the supplement are found below in the price tab.)

Day 4 (Tour in the North of Cappadocia and Overnight in Cappadocia)

• Arrival in Cappadocia and pick-up at the Urgup bus station upon arrival (The estimated time is at 07:00 – 07:30) (If taking the extra flight, it is possible to arrive in Cappadocia the night before or this morning by plane)
• Direct transfer to the Cappadocia tour area and have a few hours of free time to rest.

Start the tour in the North of Cappadocia around 10:30 in the morning.

 THE PLACES WE WILL VISIT ARE AS FOLLOWS;

1. Pasabagi: Unique rock formations that resemble giant mushrooms.
2. Devrent (Valley of Imagination): Lunar landscape with surprising rock formations.
3. Avanos: Charming village known for its traditional pottery.
4. Uchisar Kale Altı: Stunning view of Uchisar Castle from below.
5. Göreme Open-Air Museum: Historical site with rock-carved churches and chapels.

Lunch is included in the tour.

• After the tour, we will take you to the cave hotel in Cappadocia – around 17:00.
• Accommodation in Cappadocia.

Day 5 (Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride + Tour in the South of Cappadocia. Flight to Istanbul at night)

Optional and Additional: Early morning Hot Air Balloon Flight

• Breakfast is included in the accommodation.
• After breakfast, pick-up at the hotel and departure for the tour.

Start the tour in the SOUTH of Cappadocia around 10:30 in the morning. 

THE PLACES WE WILL VISIT ARE AS FOLLOWS;

1. The Valley of Love or Goreme Panorama: Beautiful panoramic views of Goreme.
2. The Red and Rose Valleys: Red and pink canyons that create a fascinating landscape.
3. Cavusin: Picturesque village with unique cave houses.
4. The Underground City: Intricate underground system used by ancient communities.
5. The Valley of the Doves: Beautiful valley inhabited by numerous doves and unique rock formations.

Lunch is included in the tour.

• After the tour, we will take you to Kayseri airport to catch a flight to Istanbul at 21:40
• Arrival in Istanbul at 23:10 and transfer to your hotel in Istanbul.

(The schedules of domestic flights may vary a little depending on the exact date.)

Note: The order of the excursions may vary

The order in which the excursions are conducted may change without notice, without affecting the included itinerary or missing any visits from the program.

Note2: For further clarification and a better understanding of how our services operate,

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