Ephesus and Pamukkale Two-Day Tour from Istanbul

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Ephesus Ancient City

Why we love it?

This two-day tour offers a compact journey through Turkey’s rich cultural and natural highlights, starting with a flight from Istanbul to the ancient city of Ephesus, where you can explore the remarkable ruins that showcase the blend of eastern and western influences. The itinerary also includes a visit to Pamukkale, known for its rare natural terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal waters, providing a unique landscape to experience. Accommodation in Kuşadası and all transfers are arranged for convenience, with meals included throughout the trip. This program suits travelers with limited time who want to see key destinations like Istanbul, İzmir, Denizli, and the historic sites of Ephesus Ancient City and Pamukkale without managing logistics themselves.

Inclusions

  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Domestic Flights
  • All Transfers
  • Accommodation in Kuşadası

Exclusions

  • All Personal Expenses
  • Tips

Itinerary

Day 1

Istanbul to Ephesus

  • We pick you from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport

    We pick you from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport. Istanbul or Sabiha Gökçen Airport according to the flight availability on tour date. This tour does not include assistant services at airports. Driver will drop you off at the airport terminal entrance door. You are expected to go to the gate of the flight after handing over your luggage.
    Domestic flights are economy class with Turkish Airlines or Pegasus Airlines according to availability. Baggage allowance is 8 kg cabin and 15 kg check-in baggage. (in total 23 kg)

  • Upon your arrival to Izmir Airport your guide and driver will meet you and you will start your tour.

  • Ephesus is Europe’s most complete classical metropolis

    Ephesus is Europe’s most complete classical metropolis. Your visit to this ancient city will take you a time travel.

  • The shrine has merited several papal Apostolic Blessings and visits from several popes including Paul VI, John Paul II, and Benedict XVI.

  • The mosque

    The mosque is situated on the outskirts of the Ayasluğ Hills at Selçuk, İzmir.
    By 1829, the mosque was in ruins and by 1842 the minaret had fallen down. In the 19th century, it was also used as a caravanserai. There is an octagonal Seljuk türbe made of stone and bricks, with a pyramid shaped roof, right next to the mosque.

  • It was reputedly the tomb of John the Apostle, the cousin and early disciple of Jesus who is thought to have written the Gospel of John on the site. It became the main settlement of Ephesus after the ancient town declined after the 7th century, following the onset of the Arab–Byzantine wars.

  • Our Hotel will be in Kuşadası

Day 2

Pamukkale - Istanbul

  • After breakfas we will drive to Pamukkale. It will take around 3 hours drive with short breaks.

  • Hierapolis was a tourist center with its hot springs

    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.

  • Pamukkale, meaning "cotton castle" in Turkish, is a natural site

    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.

  • After the visit ends we will drop you to the airport and you will fly back to Istanbul.

  • Upon your arrival to the airport we wil meet you and transfer back to the hotel. End of our service

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infant seats unavailable

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Passport required

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start