8-Day Private Tour of Istanbul, Cappadocia, and Ephesus

8 days Free CancellationMin 2 participantsPickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided Operated by Ada Vegas Travel 4.9 from 687 reviews

Why we love it?

The 8-Day Private Tour of Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale offers an immersive experience for travelers seeking to explore Turkey's rich history and stunning landscapes. This tour is ideal for those who prefer a personalized journey, as it includes private tours and domestic flights, allowing for a comfortable and efficient travel experience. Highlights include a Bosphorus Cruise and visits to iconic sites such as Göreme's fairy chimneys and the ancient ruins of Ephesus. With breakfast and lunch included, participants can enjoy local cuisine while staying in hotels for seven nights, making it a distinctive option for culture enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike.

Inclusions

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • 3 domestic flights (istanbul-izmir / izmir-Cappadocia / Cappadocia-istanbul)
  • Private tours
  • 7 Night hotel stay
  • Private transportation

Exclusions

  • Drinks and Dinners
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

Day 1

Istanbul arrival

  • Meet at the airport Transfer to your hotel

    Meet at the airport Transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

  • Overnight at selected hotels

    Overnight at selected hotels

Day 2

Istanbul

  • Topkapi Palace

    Topkapi Palace

  • Blue Mosque

    Blue Mosque

  • Overnight at selected hotels

    Overnight at selected hotels

Day 3

Istanbul to Kusadasi

  • Depart for Bosphorus Cruise tour

    Depart for Bosphorus Cruise tour. Enjoy a magical Istanbul Bosphorus Boat Cruise and Spice Market Tour starting at 08:30. Enjoy the sites you can see from the boat including: SPICE BAZAAR, BOSPHORUS BY BOAT a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. After lunch depart for Istanbul Ataturk Airport for domestic flight to Izmir. Overnight in Kusadasi.

  • Spice Bazaar

    Spice Bazaar

  • Overnight at selected hotels

    Overnight at selected hotels

Day 4

Ephesus Sirince Village

  • 08:30 Departure from hotel for a fully guided tour of Ephesus, one of the best preserved ancient sites in the world en-route, visiting the Temple of Artemis, Curetes street, famous Roman baths, Celsus Library, Grand theatre and House of the Virgin Mary. Lunch break around 13:00pm. After Lunch we will do a Turkish Village Tour.

  • House of Virgin Mary

    House of Virgin Mary

  • Overnight at selected hotels

    Overnight at selected hotels

Day 5

Pamukkale tour

  • At 08:30 we depart for Pamukkale

    At 08:30 we depart for Pamukkale. We have a lunch break. Afterwards we shall visit the calcium terraces of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the ruins of Hierapolis, then walk around this natural phenomenon and have the option of lying in the waters of the natural springs. after tour return to kusadasi and overnight.

  • Visit Hierapolis ancient ruins and travertines

    Visit Hierapolis ancient ruins and travertines

  • Overnight at selected hotels

    Overnight at selected hotels

Day 6

Izmir to Cappadocia

  • After breakfast, we depart for Izmir Airport for our domestic flight to Cappadocia. Transfer from Kayseri airport to your Cave hotel. Overnight in Cave Hotel in Cappadocia

  • Overnight at selected hotels

    Overnight at selected hotels

Day 7

Cappadocia Tour

  • We will get to know the Cappadocia region. The beautiful horse country Katpatuka, is an unbelievable strip of land, enchanting and mysterious You will be picked up approximately 09:30 from your hotel to join our regular tour. Tour starts with Uchisar Castle, the highest point of Cappadocia. After Uchisar, you visit Goreme Open Air Museum, the Heart of Cappadocia. Goreme Open Air Museum is famous for frescoes dating to 10th century describing the life of Jesus Christ and monks. Next stop is Cavusin.

  • Goreme open-air museum

    Goreme open-air museum

  • Monks Valley

    Monks Valley

  • Cavusin Village

    Cavusin Village

  • Overnight at selected hotels

    Overnight at selected hotels

Day 8

Cappadocia to Istanbul

  • After breakfast we depart for Kayseri Airport for our domestic flight to Istanbul and then back to home.

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants Comfortable walking shoes are recommended Not recommended for pregnant women This operator requires you to contact them directly prior to this tour/activity.
  • Pickup / drop off service is provided from/to istanbul airports

Know Before You Go

  • Infant seats available
  • Passport required

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 2 days before start

Non-refundable after 2 days before start