Discover Ephesus and Pamukkale on this overnight tour from Istanbul, including all flights and transportation. Traveling with a small group of up to 15 people ensures personalized attention from your guide as you learn about the ancient history of these places. Your guide will organize tours to each UNESCO World Heritage Site and be ready to answer all your questions. Accommodation, transfers, and some meals are included.
Flights between Denizli (Pamukkale) and Istanbul; Istanbul to Ephesus flights
Includes one breakfast and two lunches
All transportation provided
Entrance fees to sites and museums included
Breakfast
1 Night Accommodation
Professional Licensed Guides
Flights Istanbul-Izmir (Ephesus)
Flights Denizli (Pamukkale)-Istanbul
All Airport Transfers
Entrance Fees to Museums specified in the Itinerary
Air-conditioned vehicle
2 Local Tours; Ephesus and Pamukkale
Lunch (2)
Beverages during lunch (if preferred)
Personal expenses
Tips
Sultanahmet Square: Our team will pick you up from your Istanbul Hotel around 04:00 – 04:45 in the morning and then transfer you to the airport for your flight to Izmir (Ephesus). Once you arrive at Istanbul Airport, you will check-in for your flight with the information provided to you after purchasing this package. Upon arrival at Izmir Airport, our team will meet you and transfer you to the tour area.
House of the Virgin Mary: The House of the Virgin Mary is where Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her final years. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967 and ‘unofficially’ confirmed its authenticity. Pope John Paul II also visited the shrine in 1979. In 2006, Pope XVI also visited the shrine. 45 minutes • Entrance Ticket Included
Ephesus Ancient City: We will visit the famous ancient city of Ephesus, which is one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman ancient cities in the world. It includes the Odeon, where music concerts were held; the Temple of Domitian, one of the first temples dedicated to a human; the Celsus Library, one of the largest libraries of the ancient world; the Marble Street, which is one of the main streets where St. Paul preached to the Ephesians; the Roman Baths; fountains; temples; Agora; House of Love; Public Toilets, and more. 2 hours • Entrance Ticket Included
Temple of Artemis: Artemis was the Greek goddess who replaced the position of the Titan Selene as the Moon goddess, the virgin huntress, and the twin sister of Apollo. The ancient temple built around 650 BC for the cult of Artemis, which was already sacred to the Anatolian Mother Goddess Kybele. The temple was financed by the rich king of Lydia and was built on marshy ground chosen as a precaution against possible earthquakes in the future. 20 minutes • Free Entrance Ticket
Hotel İlayda: Throughout the day, you will also have the chance to get an introduction to local handicrafts where you will be given informative information. At the end of the day, around 15:30 – 16:30, you will be transferred to your hotel and stay overnight in Kusadasi Town. Accommodation: Accommodation is included in a hotel in Kusadasi Town. Meals: Lunch
Hotel İlayda: Breakfast at the hotel and departure around 07:30 – 08:00 for a 3-hour drive for a full-day tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis. 3 hours • Free Entrance Ticket
Pamukkale Thermal Pools: Cappadocia and Pamukkale are the only places where you can find otherworldly surreal landscapes. Today, we will visit Pamukkale, a natural site with hot springs and travertine terraces known as “cotton castle” in Turkish; the terraces formed by the flow of mineral-rich waters over the years. After your guide provides information, you will have free time (1 to 2 hours) to swim in the Natural Springs in Pamukkale or explore the Ancient Ruins of the City of Hierapolis. 3 hours • Entrance Ticket Included
Hierapolis & Pamukkale: We will also visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Natural hot springs have been used as a spa since the 2nd century BC, and people have come here to find healing. You will have a chance to explore the ancient city of Hierapolis; Gymnasium, Theater, Hierapolis City Museum, Temple of Apollo, and more. 1 hour • Entrance Ticket Included
Cleopatra Pools: Cleopatra/Ancient Pools is a unique place with natural springs and ancient columns. You will have free time to swim in this place. There is an additional charge of 50 Turkish Liras (approximately 7.5 EUR) to swim at this facility. 30 minutes • Entrance Ticket Not Included
Denizli Çardak Airport: At the end of the tour, we will drive to the airport for a 1-hour journey around 15:30 – 16:30, and you will have your return flight to Istanbul. When you arrive at Istanbul Airport, our team will be waiting for you at the domestic arrivals gate with a sign displaying your name. After the meeting, you will be transferred to your hotel in Istanbul. This is the end of our service, and we hope to see you again! 1 hour • Entrance Ticket Included Accommodation: Not included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Accessible for strollers
Close to public transportation
Baby seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Pickup and drop-off services are available from hotels located in Sultanahmet and Taksim areas. Please specify your Istanbul Hotel when making a reservation for this package. Passengers outside the meeting and drop-off area can arrange their own transportation to/from the airport. After receiving your reservation, our team will contact you to request copies of your passports to make reservations for your domestic flights. Please send us the copies of your passports as soon as possible to complete your reservation. Not sending the information on time may result in the cancellation of your reservation or operational disruptions. Our company is not responsible for such situations. There will be a maximum of 15 travelers on this tour/activity.
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason.
The amount you paid will not be refunded if you cancel or request a change.
