Ephesus Pamukkale and Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul in 4 Days ( Golden Triangle)
Travel package to Cappadocia – Ephesus and Pamukkale by plane in 4 full days from Istanbul.
Air transfers between Istanbul and Cappadocia – Izmir – Istanbul. Guided tours in English for 2 days in the North and South of Cappadocia, 2 days in Ephesus and Pamukkale. Accommodation in cave hotels in Cappadocia, the possibility to ride a hot air balloon in Goreme, swim in the natural pool in Pamukkale, and much more!
Golden Triangle Tour in 4 Days Departure From Istanbul
Starting Point: From your hotel in Istanbul.
Duration: 4 full days with 2/3 Nights of Accommodation
Departure Days: Every day throughout the year
Places to Visit: Ephesus, Pamukkale, and Cappadocia.
Tour Language: English
Number of Participants: Small Groups - Between 12-18 People
(In the low season, there may be fewer people in the groups, while in the high season, it may exceed the number without affecting the quality of service)
Itinerary and Places to Visit
Guaranteed Departures Every Day from Your Hotel in Istanbul!
International flights and stay in Istanbul are not included.
Day 1: (Fly to Izmir. Tour in Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary. Overnight in Kusadasi)
- Pick-up from the hotel in Istanbul at 04:00 in the morning and transfer to the airport to catch a flight at 07:30 to Izmir (Flight schedules to Izmir may vary by about 30 minutes depending on the exact date.)
- Upon arrival in Izmir – (at 08:25) meet at the airport
- Direct transfer to the Ephesus tour area to start the excursion.
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 2(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 3 (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;
- Pasabagi: Unique rock formations that resemble giant mushrooms.
- Devrent (Valley of Imagination): Lunar landscape with surprising rock formations.
- Avanos: Charming village known for its traditional pottery.
- Uchisar Kale Altı: Stunning view of Uchisar Castle from below.
- 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 4 (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;
- The Valley of Love or Goreme Panorama: Beautiful panoramic views of Goreme.
- The Red and Rose Valleys: Red and pink canyons that create a fascinating landscape.
- Cavusin: Picturesque village with unique cave houses.
- The Underground City: Intricate underground system used by ancient communities.
- 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.)
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NOTE !
*The order of the excursions may vary.
The order of the excursions may vary without prior notice without affecting the included itinerary or missing any program visits.
NOTE II!
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Prices According to Your Preferred Hotels and Seasons of the Year
PEAK SEASON - AUGUST - SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER
PACKAGE WITH CATEGORY C HOTELS (Most Basic):
- DOUBLE: 765 EUROS per person
- TRIPLE: 725 EUROS per person
- SINGLE: 895 EUROS per person
*SUPPLEMENT C - Optional and recommended: 180 euros per person for extra accommodation and flight to Cappadocia.
PACKAGE WITH CATEGORY B HOTELS (Basic Plus) - Most Preferred!
- DOUBLE: 835 EUROS per person
- TRIPLE: 785 EUROS per person
- SINGLE: 935 EUROS per person
*SUPPLEMENT B - Optional and recommended: 200 euros per person for extra accommodation and flight to Cappadocia.
PACKAGE WITH CATEGORY A HOTELS (Superior)
- DOUBLE: 895 EUROS per person
- TRIPLE: 845 EUROS per person
- SINGLE: 995 EUROS per person
*SUPPLEMENT A - Optional and recommended: 215 euros per person for extra accommodation and flight to Cappadocia.
HIGH SEASON - APRIL - MAY - JUNE - JULY - NOVEMBER
PACKAGE WITH CATEGORY C HOTELS (Most Basic):
- DOUBLE: 705 EUROS per person
- TRIPLE: 665 EUROS per person
- SINGLE: 805 EUROS per person
*SUPPLEMENT C - Optional and recommended: 145 euros per person for extra accommodation and flight to Cappadocia.
PACKAGE WITH CATEGORY B HOTELS (Basic Plus) - Most Preferred
- DOUBLE: 765 EUROS per person
- TRIPLE: 725 EUROS per person
- SINGLE: 845 EUROS per person
*SUPPLEMENT B - Optional and recommended: 160 euros per person for extra accommodation and flight to Cappadocia.
PACKAGE WITH CATEGORY A HOTELS (Superior)
- DOUBLE: 835 EUROS per person
- TRIPLE: 785 EUROS per person
- SINGLE: 935 EUROS per person
*SUPPLEMENT A - Optional and recommended: 200 euros per person for extra accommodation and flight to Cappadocia.
MID AND LOW SEASON - DECEMBER - JANUARY- FEBRUARY - MARCH
(If your tour dates coincide with the period from December 20 (inclusive) to January 2 (inclusive), high season rates will apply.)
PACKAGE WITH CATEGORY C HOTELS (Most Basic):
- DOUBLE: 695 EUROS per person
- TRIPLE: 635 EUROS per person
- SINGLE: 765 EUROS per person
*SUPPLEMENT C - Optional and recommended: 105 euros per person for extra accommodation and flight to Cappadocia.
PACKAGE WITH CATEGORY B HOTELS (Basic Plus) - Most Preferred
- DOUBLE: 735 EUROS per person
- TRIPLE: 685 EUROS per person
- SINGLE: 795 EUROS per person
*SUPPLEMENT B - Optional and recommended: 115 euros per person for extra accommodation and flight to Cappadocia.
PACKAGE WITH CATEGORY A HOTELS (Superior):
- DOUBLE: 795 EUROS per person
- TRIPLE: 755 EUROS per person
- SINGLE: 935 EUROS per person
*SUPPLEMENT A - Optional and recommended: 135 euros per person for extra accommodation and flight to Cappadocia.
ATTENTION!
*Triple rooms are the size of a normal double room and an additional sofa bed or folding bed is added.
ATTENTION! For bookings made well in advance and for requests exceeding four participants, we provide the opportunity to avail discounts, with percentages varying based on the number of participants and the chosen tour date.
HOTEL LIST ACCORDING TO CATEGORY:
According to the Category You Choose, One of the Listed Hotels or Others of Similar Quality Will Be Assigned After Booking EXCEPT Category S (In category S, the price varies significantly and depends on the specific hotel, so clients can choose the hotel) :
CATEGORY C (Super Basic) :
- Hotels offering the most basic accommodation services
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Kusadasi:
1-Neopol Hotel
2-İstanköy Hotel
3-Rissus Garden Marina Hotel
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Cappadocia:
1-Vintage Cave Hotel
2-Historical Cave
3-Diamond Of Cappadocia Hotel
4-Ciner Hotel
5-Termessos Hotel
6-Serene Premium Stone House Hotel
CATEGORY B (Higher Basic) :
- Mid-range Quality Hotels - Well Located and Comfortable
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Kusadasi:
1-Ilayda Classic Hotel
2-Efe Butik Hotel
3- Derici Hotel
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Cappadocia:
1-Elegance Dervish Cave Hotel
2-Caldera Hotel Uchisar Hotel
3-Holiday Cave Standart Hotel
4-Amber Cave Hotel
5- Village Cave Hotel
6-Garden Inn Cavusin Hotel
7-Kayra Cave Hotel
8-Ramada By Wyndham Hotel
CATEGORY A (Superior) :
- Hotels with Larger Rooms, Well Located, Rich Breakfast, and More General Features - NOT LUXURIOUS
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Kusadasi:
1- Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel
2- Le Bleu Resort
3- Ramada Hotel Suites by Whyndam
4- Double Tree By Hilton
5- La Vista Hotel
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Cappadocia:
1-Agarta Cave hotel
2- Secret Hill Cave Suites
3-Holiday Cave Suites
4-Doors Of Cappadocia
5-Ottoman Cave Suites
6-Mdc Hotel
7-Suhan 360 Hotel
8-Dbl Tree By Hilton Hotel
*Hotel categorization is based on hotel quotation, not necessarily the stars.*
ALERT!
When comparing prices with other companies, it's important to consider the following points:
The company must be an official member of the Association of Turkish Travel Agencies - TURSAB and the Ministry of Tourism and must include TURSAB's Digital Verification Logo on their website. (Not just a TURSAB image copied and pasted from Google)
Beware of individuals offering the same services at lower prices without belonging to official organizations!
Verify that the inclusions in the itinerary are the same. Many companies offer additional services as optional and then sell them at exorbitant prices.
Also, be cautious of accommodations outside the city and tourist guides without official licenses.
Make sure you know all the details before making any payment.
Don't fall into the hands of scammers!
POSSIBILITY OF UPGRADE TO DELUXE HOTELS!
PACKAGE WITH CATEGORY S HOTELS (Deluxe - Luxurious):
From 1715 EUROS per person
Exact prices in Category S vary significantly depending on the specific hotel. Please specify the hotel name in your request.
(In addition to upgrading hotel categories, if you wish to take all services within the package privately, please request the price)
EXEMPLARY HOTELS OF CATEGORY S (Deluxe):
Kusadasi: Korumar Deluxe Hotel, Unique Life Style Hotel, Charisma Deluxe Hotel
Cappadocia: Yunak Evleri, CCR Cave, Gamirasu, Argos Inn, Museum Hotel, Kayakapi Premium, Sacred House, Ajwa Cappadocia
Inclusions and Exclusions in the Price
Prices INCLUDE:
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All transfers related to the tours and flights
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Two internal flights and an overnight bus journey - 15 kilos of checked baggage + 8 kilos of hand luggage included per person (Possibility to add an extra night and an extra flight to avoid this bus journey)
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Two days of excursions in Cappadocia, one day in Ephesus, and one day in Pamukkale with an English-speaking guide, lunch (drinks not included), transportation, and entrance fees included.
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One night accommodation in a cave hotel + one night in Kusadasi
NOT INCLUDED:
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Any international flight
- Hotel in Istanbul or other services of tours in Istanbul
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Personal expenses
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Dinners
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Tips – voluntary (Tipping in Turkey is NOT obligatory but HIGHLY recommended as it is a very common tradition)
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Optional tours and activities such as balloon flight, Turkish night in Cappadocia, etc.
Optional Activities
1) FLIGHT / BALLOON RIDE in CAPPADOCIA: Can be done on the second day in Cappadocia, in the early morning before the start time of the tour in Southern Cappadocia. The flight lasts for a full hour and by taking it, you don't miss any part of the daily tour as it's done very early, and you return to the hotel even before breakfast.
BALLOON PRICE: Standard one-hour flight / between 120-290 euros per person with transfers included
Important Note on Balloon Price:
The price of a balloon flight in Cappadocia is highly variable depending on the season - from 140 euros to 290 euros per person depending on the months, and even within the same month - We always try to offer a reasonable price, but even in the high season, the "base" prices set by the Balloon Association in Cappadocia are high.
You may see lower prices published on some websites, but it's essential to know that these prices are often not confirmed prices. In the end, it carries the risk of running out of slots or being asked for an extra payment. But in any case, if you wish to book the tour package with us separately from the balloon ride, it is, of course, possible.
2) TURKISH NIGHT in CAPPADOCIA: Can be done every night. It is an evening Turkish show with dinner. Unlimited soft drinks and alcoholic beverages with appetizers are served, followed by a traditional lamb dinner.
TURKISH NIGHT PRICE: 55 euros per person + transfer cost
If you want to include transfers, it is an additional 45 euros round trip (same price for 1-6 people)
3) ATV TOUR (Quad Bike): Can be done after the tour in Cappadocia. The duration is a full 2 hours.
If you have a free day in Cappadocia and participate in the activity during the day, there is a possibility to do it for one hour
ATV TOUR PRICE: 2 Hours: 60 euros per quad bike. 1 Hour 35 euros per quad bike
4) TURKISH BATH: Can be done at any time after the tour until midnight. (It can be done in Cappadocia)
TURKISH BATH PRICE: 55 euros per person for a standard one-hour package with soap massage + transfer cost
If you want to include transfers, it is an additional 45 euros round trip (same price for 1-6 people)
How to Pay and Book?
We will request an upfront payment of 20% of the total amount. The deposit can be paid through your credit card by visiting our online payment website.
As the second alternative, you can use Western Union or bank transfer, although we do not recommend it much due to the high fees.
The remaining payment can be made in our office upon your arrival in Istanbul in cash or with a credit card, or it can be paid through the online payment page with your card – at the customer's request. We accept payments with Maestro, Debit, Visa, and MasterCard.
To reserve the tour or make inquiries about it, please fill out the form located above with the planned tour date and any other necessary details.
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Starting Point: From your hotel in Istanbul.
Duration: 4 full days with 2/3 Nights of Accommodation
Departure Days: Every day throughout the year
Places to Visit: Ephesus, Pamukkale, and Cappadocia.
Tour Language: English
Number of Participants: Small Groups - Between 12-18 People
(In the low season, there may be fewer people in the groups, while in the high season, it may exceed the number without affecting the quality of service)
