This 5 Days 4 Nights Istanbul, Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour Package starts and ends in Istanbul and offers a perfectly balanced introduction to Turkey’s history, culture, and natural wonders. Discover the imperial legacy of Istanbul, walk through the legendary streets of Ephesus, and admire the world-famous white terraces of Pamukkale. Including domestic flights, airport transfers, licensed professional guides, entrance fees, and lunches, this all-inclusive Turkey tour is designed to be smooth, comfortable, and unforgettable.
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), you will be met by our local team and transferred to your hotel. There are no scheduled activities on this day, allowing you time to relax and recover from your journey. Your professional tour guide will meet you the following morning at 09:00 AM.
After breakfast, begin a full-day guided tour of Istanbul’s most iconic historical landmarks. Start at the Hippodrome of Constantine, once the social and political heart of Byzantine Constantinople, where you will see monuments such as the Obelisk of Theodosius. Continue to the legendary Hagia Sophia, an architectural masterpiece that has served as both a cathedral and an imperial mosque throughout history. The tour concludes at the Blue Mosque, famous for its elegant domes and blue İznik tiles.
The remainder of the day is free at leisure. An optional visit to Topkapi Palace, the former residence of Ottoman sultans, is available.
After breakfast, visit the lively Egyptian Spice Bazaar, where colorful stalls offer spices, teas, and local delicacies. Continue with a relaxing Bosphorus Cruise, sailing between Europe and Asia while enjoying views of Ottoman palaces such as Dolmabahçe Palace and Beylerbeyi Palace.
Between 16:00 – 18:00, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by our team and transferred to Kuşadası (approximately 1 hour). Check in to your hotel and enjoy free time.
After breakfast, meet your guide around 09:30 AM and begin the day with a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, an important pilgrimage site revered by both Christians and Muslims. Continue to Ephesus Ancient City, one of the best-preserved classical cities in the Mediterranean and one of the Seven Churches of Revelation. During the guided tour, explore highlights such as the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, Fountain of Trajan, and the impressive Great Theatre.
The tour continues with a visit to the Basilica of St. John, believed to be built over the tomb of St. John the Apostle, followed by the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Lunch is served at a local restaurant, after which you return to your hotel for a free afternoon.
After breakfast, depart around 07:30 – 08:00 AM for Pamukkale in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before starting the guided tour of Hierapolis, including the Ancient Theatre, Marble Street, and the vast Necropolis, one of the largest cemeteries of the ancient world.
Continue to the stunning Pamukkale Travertines, the famous white calcium terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal waters. You will have free time to walk on the terraces or optionally swim in the Cleopatra Thermal Pool (entrance fee not included). According to your flight schedule, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, meet our team and transfer to your hotel.
✅ 2 Domestic Flights Per Person (15 kg check-in + 8 kg cabin baggage)
✅ 4 Nights Accommodation
✅ Airport Transfers
✅ Guided Tours in Groups of Up to 15 People
✅ Licensed Professional Tour Guides
✅ Entrance Fees to All Museums & Sites Mentioned
✅ Transportation with Air-Conditioned Minivans
✅ Daily Breakfast & Lunch During Tours (Vegetarian, Vegan & Halal Options Available)
❌ Personal Expenses
❌ Drinks During Lunch (Optional)
❌ Dinners
Millennium Istanbul Golden Horn ★★★★★ – Modern comfort with Golden Horn views
Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel ★★★★ – Comfortable hotel close to shopping and dining
Triple Room Reduction. %15 Per Person
Single Room Supplement. %55 Per Person
✅ 2 Domestic Flights Per Person (15 kg check-in + 8 kg cabin baggage)
✅ 4 Nights Accommodation
✅ Airport Transfers
✅ Guided Tours in Groups of Up to 15 People
✅ Licensed Professional Tour Guides
✅ Entrance Fees to All Museums & Sites Mentioned
✅ Transportation with Air-Conditioned Minivans
✅ Daily Breakfast & Lunch During Tours (Vegetarian, Vegan & Halal Options Available)
❌ Personal Expenses
❌ Drinks During Lunch (Optional)
❌ Dinners
Millennium Istanbul Golden Horn ★★★★★ – Modern comfort with Golden Horn views
Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel ★★★★ – Comfortable hotel close to shopping and dining
Triple Room Reduction. %15 Per Person
Single Room Supplement. %55 Per Person
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