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Group sizeUp to 25 travelers
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Overview
Experience two of Turkey’s most iconic destinations on this 2-day guided tour from Istanbul. Discover the natural wonders of Pamukkale’s white travertine terraces and explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travel back in time as you walk the marble streets of Ephesus, visiting the Library of Celsus, Great Theater, and the House of the Virgin Mary. Flights, accommodations, transfers, guided tours, and most meals are included, ensuring a hassle-free journey.
Highlights:
Round-trip flights from Istanbul included
Guided tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis
Walk through the ancient ruins of Ephesus
Visit the House of the Virgin Mary
1 night hotel stay in Kuşadası with breakfast
Small group experience with licensed English-speaking guide
All transfers and entry fees included
Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
Lunch
Breakfast
1 night in Kusadasi at a 4-star hotel with breakfast
Local taxes, parking fees, and service charges
Hotel pickup and all ground transportation in air-conditioned vehicles
Return transfer from Istanbul Airport to hotel
Dinner and drinks
Cleopatra Pool not included. Guests pay fee directly at entrance (approx. 10 USD).
Tips for guide and driver
Travel insurance
What to expect
Day 1: Fly from Istanbul to Denizli – Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour – Transfer to Kuşadası
Istanbul
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Your experience begins with an early morning pickup from your centrally located hotel or Airbnb in Istanbul (between 3:40 AM and 4:15 AM, depending on location). You’ll be transferred to the airport for your domestic flight to Denizli.
Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by your guide and begin a full-day guided tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Hierapolis & Pamukkale
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
Explore the ruins of this Greco-Roman spa city, famous for its sacred thermal waters. Highlights include the Necropolis, Roman Baths, Temple of Apollo, Plutonium, and the beautifully preserved Roman Theater.
Cleopatra Pools
1h · Admission ticket not included
After exploring Hierapolis, enjoy about 1 hour of free time. You may choose to swim in the Cleopatra Antique Pools, known for their warm mineral-rich waters and submerged marble columns.
Note: Entry to the pool is optional and not included in the tour price (approx. $10 USD), payable at the entrance.
Pamukkale
1h
Walk barefoot along the dazzling white calcium terraces, formed by natural thermal springs over millennia. Also known as the “Cotton Castle,” this unique natural wonder offers incredible photo opportunities and relaxing scenery.
Kusadasi
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After the tour (around 4:00 PM), you will be transferred by vehicle to Kuşadası, arriving at your hotel around 7:30 PM for check-in and rest. Overnight in Kuşadası
Day 2: Ephesus Tour – Fly Back to Istanbul
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After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel and be picked up around 8:30 AM for a full-day guided tour of Ephesus, one of the most well-preserved ancient cities in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage candidate.
Ephesus Ancient City
2h · Admission ticket included
Explore the stunning ruins of Ephesus, where your expert guide will take you through the Curetes Street, lined with beautifully preserved marble columns and shops from the Roman period. Major highlights include:
• Library of Celsus – one of the most iconic structures of the ancient world
• Great Theater – with seating for 25,000 and remarkable acoustics
• Temple of Hadrian and Trajan Fountain – showcasing Roman architectural elegance
The House of the Virgin Mary
45m · Admission ticket included
Visit this sacred pilgrimage site believed to be the final residence of the Virgin Mary. Located in the hills above Ephesus, it offers a peaceful atmosphere and spiritual significance for visitors of all faiths.
The Temple of Artemis
30m · Admission ticket included
Stop by the site of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although only a few columns remain today, your guide will bring to life the temple’s former grandeur and historical importance.
Isa Bey Mosque
30m
End the historical portion of the tour with a visit to the Isa Bey Mosque, an elegant example of 14th-century Seljuk architecture, built with reused elements from earlier Roman buildings.
Izmir
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At the end of the tour, at approximately 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to Izmir Airport for your evening flight back to Istanbul. Flight departure times typically range between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM, depending on availability.
Note: Airport transfer upon arrival in Istanbul (IST or SAW) to your hotel is not included in the tour price.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Pick-up is available from centrally located hotels in the European side of Istanbul. The driver will meet the lead traveler in the hotel lobby holding a sign with their name and assist with transfer to the airport.
Additional information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
