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Private Tour of Turkey: Explore Cappadocia, Ephesus & Pamukkale Highlights
$5,120
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About This Tour
Inclusions
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Domestic Flight Tickets
- All Transfers
- Licensed Experienced Guide
- A/C Vehicle
- Museum Tickets
- All Taxes
- Food & drinks
Exclusions
- Personal Expenses
- Drinks at Lunch
- Dinners
- Tips
Tour Plan
Itinerary
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Day 1 Istanbul to Cappadocia and North Tour
We pick you from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport for flight to Cappadocia. We can also arrange a connecting flight according to your international arrival flight. Upon your arrival to Cappadocia your private tour guide will welcome you at the airport. You will start your day after a light breakfast.
Our next stop is the Goreme Open Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your guide will explain the meanings of the frescoes in the cave churches, decorated with scenes of the Old and New Testaments dating back to the 10th century. The site has been used as a monastery since the first years of Christianity.
k. Day one concludes in Avanos, a picturesque town on a river that supplies clay for the 4000 year-old Avanos tradition of pottery. A kick-wheel demonstration by a local potter and your chance at trying this ancient custom.
Monk’s Valley with the famous mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys as well as St. Simeon’s monk cell carved into the rock.
Devrent’s animal-shaped rock formations are really interensting Cappadocia phenomenon.
Light Breakfast
Cave Hotel Stay
Day 2 South Cappadocia ( Green Tour)
Our professional guide and the driver will pick you up from your hotel at 9:30. Our first stop is the amazing Kaymakli Underground City. It is the first and most popular underground city in Cappadocia. This complex carved underground is used for hundreds of years by locals to hide from Romans, Persians and Arabs.
After departing Kaymakli, we will drive further south to the magnificent verdant Ihlara Valley. We walk alongside the Melendiz River for about 1 hour which winds its way through the Ihlara gorge, stopping for lunch in a restaurant on the river in the village of Belisirma.
After lunch, we continue to the Selime Monastery, the largest rock-cut monastery in Cappadocia with a large cave cathedral and breathtaking views over the area.
On our way back to Goreme we stop at the spectacular vista point overlooking Pigeon Valley. Our final stop will be at a local onyx factory to see a demonstration on carving and shaping onyx. We will then drive back to your hotel arriving around 6pm.
At the Hotel
Cave Hotel Stay
Day 3 Cappadocia to Konya
We leave Cappadocia to Konya city. On our way our first stop will be Sultan Hanı Kervansaray.
Çatalhöyük was a very large Neolithic and Chalcolithic proto-city settlement in southern Anatolia, which existed from approximately 7500 BC to 6400 BC, and flourished around 7000 BC. In July 2012, it was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Mevlâna Museum in Konya, Turkey, started life as the dervish lodge (tekke) of the Mevlevi order, better known as the whirling dervishes. It houses the mausoleum of Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi (Turkish: Celaleddin-i Rumi), a Persian Sufi mystic.
Stay in Konya at 4 or 5 Star City Hotel
Day 4 Konya to Pamukkale
After breakfast at the hotel we will start our day and drive to Denizli city for Pamukkale visit.
Pamukkale, meaning "cotton castle" in Turkish, is a natural site. It is located in Turkey's Inner Aegean region, in the River Menderes valley, which has a temperate climate for most of the year. People have visited the area for thousands of years, due to the attraction of the thermal pools.
Hierapolis was a tourist center with its hot springs. The hot springs have been used as a spa since at least the 2nd century BC, with many patrons retiring or dying there as evidenced by the large necropolis filled with tombs, most famously that of Marcus Aurelius Ammianos, which bears a relief depicting the earliest known example of a crank and rod mechanism, and the Tomb of Philip the Apostle. It was added as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988.
At the Hotel
Stay at a 4 or 5 Star Thermal Hotel in Karahayıt
Day 5 Denizli to Selçuk
After our breakfast at the hotel we will drive to Selçuk city for visiting Ephesus Ancient City. It takes around 3 hours drive. Upon our arrival we first visit one of the best quality leather attelier in the city. After wards we have our lunch.
Ephesus was built in the 10th century BC on the site of the former Arzawan capital by Attic and Ionian Greek colonists. During the Classical Greek era, it was one of twelve cities that were members of the Ionian League. The city came under the control of the Roman Republic in 129 BC.
Ephesus was recipient city of one of the Pauline epistles; one of the seven churches of Asia addressed in the Book of Revelation; the Gospel of John may have been written there; and it was the site of several 5th-century Christian Councils.
The House of the Virgin Mary is a Catholic shrine located on Mt. Koressos (Turkish: Bülbüldağı, "Mount Nightingale") in the vicinity of Ephesus, 7 kilometres from Selçuk in Turkey. The house was discovered in the 19th century by following the descriptions in the reported visions of Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich, a Roman Catholic nun and visionary, which were published as a book by Clemens Brentano after her death.
at the hotel
Stay at 4 or 5 Star Hotel in Kuşadası
Day 6 Izmir to Istanbul
Transfer from hotel to the airport in Izmir and fly to Istanbul. Upon your arrival to Istanbul we will transfer you to your hotel.
At the Hotel
Meeting / Pickup
Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.
Know Before You Go
- Passport required
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event
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5 Comments
4.2
Exploring the stunning landscapes of Cappadocia was a highlight for our family, especially when we took a hot air balloon ride at sunrise—truly unforgettable! While our accommodations were comfortable, we found some evenings a bit rushed due to tight schedules, but the breathtaking views of Pamukkale and the ancient ruins of Ephesus made it worthwhile.
4
From the moment we set out on our journey, each day unfolded with new wonders that kept our group buzzing with excitement. One evening, as we relaxed under a sky filled with stars after a long day of wandering through ancient ruins, we couldn’t help but reminisce about the incredible experiences we shared, especially the surreal bathing in naturally occurring thermal pools. While some of our hotel accommodations were a bit less luxurious than we anticipated, the friendly atmosphere made up for it, allowing us to connect with fellow travelers. We loved the mix of adventure and relaxation, especially the hot air balloon ride that offered breathtaking views, though we did wish we had more time to explore each site. Overall, this journey was a memorable escape that deepened our friendship and left us with stories we’ll cherish for years to come.
4.6
The diverse experiences throughout this six-day journey were truly enriching, from ancient ruins to breathtaking landscapes. While the accommodations were comfortable and well-located, I did find some of the driving times a bit longer than expected, which occasionally cut into my exploration time.
4.6
We were thoroughly impressed by the diverse experiences offered during our multi-day journey through Turkey, particularly the breathtaking vistas of Cappadocia and the surreal terraces of Pamukkale. The local cuisine was a delightful surprise, especially the traditional kebabs and fresh gözleme we enjoyed at a charming restaurant in Ephesus. However, the pace felt a bit rushed at times, making it hard to soak in every detail of the incredible history surrounding us.
4.4
We had an amazing time on our multi-day adventure through Turkey! The highlights of Cappadocia, with its surreal rock formations and hot air balloon rides, were truly unforgettable. Each overnight stay was comfortable, though we found the pace a bit rushed at times, especially when moving between Ephesus and Pamukkale. Exploring the ancient ruins and natural wonders felt like stepping back in time, and our private guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Overall, this tour gave us a fantastic glimpse into the beauty and history of Turkey, making it a memorable experience for us both.