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Turkey's Wonders - Pamukkale, Ephesus, Cappadocia Travel from-to Istanbul

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Description

Summary

Starts

Kuşadası

Duration

4 days

Languages

English

Difficulty

Medium

Admission

Mobile ticket

Description

Get ready for an immersive multi-day adventure with this Turkey's Wonders - Pamukkale, Ephesus, Cappadocia Travel from-to Istanbul. This 4 days-day tour is your gateway to an unforgettable exploration of Denizli Çardak Airport, Pamukkale Naturel Park, Hierapolis & Pamukkale, Pamukkale Thermal Pools, and Pamukkale.

With this multi-day tour, rated 4.4 out of 5 stars in 17 reviews, you’re offered an enriching travel experience that allows you to delve deep into the culture, natural beauty, and attractions of Turkey.

You’ll have the chance to visit fascinating attractions, each with its own unique appeal, including Istanbul, Pamukkale Thermal Pools, Kusadasi Castle, Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI, and Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House). As you embark on your multi-day tour, you can engage in various activities and experiences that provide an in-depth experience of each destination you visit.

During this tour, you'll have a knowledgeable tour guide to enhance your experience with unique insights about each destination you visit. This tour is available in English.

The starting point for this historical tour is located in Istanbul. The exact address is İzmir, Türkiye. The endpoint of the tour is located at İzmir, Türkiye. You can select the exact time slot in the booking widget.

This remarkable multi-day tour also includes comfortable transportation. Group sizes are limited to a maximum of 15 people.

Review the "Included" and "Good to know" sections below to learn more about the details of this multi-day tour. Please review the cancellation policy, which is outlined as follows: If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund. If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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Included

Transfers at the mentioned airports for domestic flights in the itinerary

3 nights hotel accommodation including breakfast

Outdoor Tour : Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional - You can add that tour while booking)

Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off Services in Istanbul, Cappadocia, Kusadasi, Bodrum, Antalya

4 Guided Tours in Pamukkale, Ephesus, Cappadocia

Entrance fees of museums, national parks, ruins mentioned in the itinerary

Professional tour guide who licenced by Ministry of Culture and Tourism

Domestic Flight Tickets : Istanbul to Denizli - Izmir to Cappadocia - Cappadocia to Istanbul

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Destinations

Istanbul

Map

Attractions

Goreme Open Air Museum

House of Virgin Mary

The Temple of Artemis

Pammukale Thermal Pools

Kaymaklı Underground City

Pigeon Valley

Ephesus Archaeological Museum

Options

Premium Package + Balloon Ride

Accommodation: Efe Boutique Hotel in Kusadasi - 1811 Cave Hotel in Cappadocia
Hot Air Balloon Ride: INCLUDED
Money Back Guarantee: If your balloon ride is cancelled due to poor weather conditions, you will be refunded cost of balloon ride.
Domestic Flights: The tickets for flights of Istanbul to Denizli - Izmir to Cappadocia - Cappadocia to Istanbul are INCLUDED.
Guiding & Tour Language: Tours by professional licenced guides who speaks English.
Pickup included

Premium Package

Accommodation: Efe Boutique Hotel in Kusadasi - 1811 Cave Hotel in Cappadocia
Hot Air Balloon Ride: EXCLUDED
Domestic Flights: The tickets for flights of Istanbul to Denizli - Izmir to Cappadocia - Cappadocia to Istanbul are INCLUDED.
Guiding & Tour Language: Tours by professional licenced guides who speaks English.
Pickup included

De Luxe Package + Balloon Ride

Accommodation: Charisma De Luxe Hotel in Kusadasi - Exedra Hotel in Cappadocia
Hot Air Balloon Ride: INCLUDED
Money Back Guarantee: If your balloon ride is cancelled due to poor weather conditions, you will be refunded cost of balloon ride.
Guiding & Tour Language: Tours by professional licenced guides who speaks English.
Domestic Flights: The tickets for flights of Istanbul to Denizli - Izmir to Cappadocia - Cappadocia to Istanbul are INCLUDED.
Pickup included

De Luxe Package

Accommodation: Charisma De Luxe Hotel in Kusadasi - Exedra Hotel in Cappadocia
Hot Air Balloon Ride: EXCLUDED
Guiding & Tour Language: Tours by professional licenced guides who speaks English.
Domestic Flights: The tickets for flights of Istanbul to Denizli - Izmir to Cappadocia - Cappadocia to Istanbul are INCLUDED.
Pickup included

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 –

Istanbul - Arrival day
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Pammukale Thermal Pools
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Today’s adventure starts with a thrilling exploration of the rich culture, captivating attractions, and breathtaking landscapes in Istanbul. You’ll set out from the city of Istanbul.

With knowledgeable guides and comfortable transportation, discovering Turkey's top attractions is a breeze. From Istanbul, you'll make 9 throughout the day.

Be aware that today's tour will provide you with the following meals: Lunch. Your accommodation for tonightis booked at INCLUDED - You can choose your hotel category and budget. There are different hotel variations at the booking options. Unwind and relax in this cozy space after a day of adventure.

Tomorrow offers the promise of new discoveries in Turkey. Get some rest, and prepare to explore the next chapter of your remarkable activity in Turkey.

Day 2

Day 2 –

Istanbul
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House of Virgin Mary
The Temple of Artemis
Ephesus Archaeological Museum
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Get set for a day filled with wonder on day 2 of your activity. Today's thoughtfully curated itinerary will lead you to Istanbul, where you'll be captivated by the breathtaking landscapes and popular attractions of Turkey.

Each destination offers a unique opportunity to experience Turkey's culture and history. With expert guides and smooth transportation, your journey will be filled with 8 along the journey.

Note that this day of your tour also includes the following meals: Breakfast and Lunch. Enjoy a comfortable place to relax and unwind after a day full of exploration and adventure.

Take a moment to appreciate the day's adventures as the evening arrives. Tomorrow offers even more local sights and hidden treasures in Turkey. Enjoy a peaceful night's sleep, knowing that exciting experiences await in the next day of your activity in Turkey.

Day 3

Day 3 –

Istanbul
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Kaymaklı Underground City
Pigeon Valley
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Day 3 of your activity offers an exciting adventure. Today's itinerary is designed to guide you through Istanbul, where you'll uncover the most breathtaking sites and attractions that Turkey has to offer.

Every stopover presents a distinct and memorable experience. With expert guidance and comfortable transportation, exploring the best of Turkey is effortless. You can expect 8 throughout the day.

Don't forget, today's itinerary includes the following meals: Breakfast and Lunch. The tour operator has arranged the following accommodation: INCLUDED - You can choose your hotel category and budget. There are different hotel variations at the booking options.

Day 4

Day 4 –

Istanbul - Departure day
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Goreme Open Air Museum
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As you begin the last day of your journey, prepare to fully enjoy your activity. Today's carefully planned itinerary guides you through Istanbul, where you'll be treated to several memorable experiences.

This leg of your tour includes 10 memorable stops. Travel comfortably, enjoy unique insights provided by the guide, and take in the last of the breathtaking scenery and cultural wonders that await you.

Please take note that today's tour includes the following meals: Breakfast and Lunch.

At the end of your journey, you'll depart with lasting memories and a newfound appreciation for the incredible destinations and attractions you've experienced in Turkey. Remember to pick up a souvenir to cherish the memories of your remarkable journey, each item a memento of the unforgettable experiences you've encountered.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

The prices of package are valid for accommodation at the double or triple room. If you would like add accommodation on single room(s) to your booking, there could be supplement cost. There are not going to be any extra cost for bookings of single / solo travelers. They will already accommodate at single room(s).

The pre-planned hotels are "Charisma De Luxe Hotel (5stars)" and "Efe Boutique Hotel" in Kusadasi / "Exedra Hotel (De Luxe Cave Boutique)" and "1811 Cave Boutique Hotel (Cave Boutique)" in Cappadocia for your accommodation on this travel. You can choose your hotels while booking. If these hotels (which you preferred) are not available for standard/superior rooms on your travel dates, the tour operator can replace it with an equivalent hotel.

The check-in time of the hotels is 02.00pm, and you can not start use your room before this time. This is about the check-in & check-out policies of the hotels.

The differences between the package options are about the hotel categories. Tour(s), airport transfer(s) and flight ticket levels will be same for all options.

The tour operator will send e-tickets of your domestic flights at six days before your departure date. You will not need the print out copies of the tickets for domestic flights. Your passport and reservation number on the tickets will be enough for check-in to plane.

The tour operator can request your some passport details for the bookings of your flight tickets. If you do not share the details which requested by the tour operator, your domestic flight tickets can not bookable.

You will have 15kg luggage + 8kg hand bag quota per person for each domestic flight. If you will need more luggage capacity, please inform that to the tour operator. There could be some extra fee for luggage quotas more than 15kg. This is exactly about the policies of airline companies.

If your return hotel is different than pick-up hotel, please inform that detail immediately. If you inform that detail after organised your flight tickets, the tour operator can request extra cost because of the distances between the airports and some hotels. If you inform this type changes on service day (last day of your trip), the tour operator do not accept this last minute amending and drop you to your pick-up hotel.

If your pick-up / drop-off hotels are inside of airports (IST and SAW airports) the tour operator do not provide any hotel pick-up / drop-off service.

Hot air ballooning is a fully weather-dependent activity and the Civil Aviation Authority determines whether the flight will be held. If your flight is cancelled due to inclement weather conditions, you are entitled to a partial refund. In such a case, your refund will be processed by the day after of that trip. Your refund rate will be the difference between options of "included balloon ride" and "excluded balloon ride" for the cancellations of the hot air balloon ride.

The Standard Balloon Ride has an One-hour approximately flight duration with 20 to 28 people capacity basket. The flight duration could be 50-55 minutes or 65-70 minutes. This situation depend the weather conditions before landing, and pilots are decide to that within the safety rules of Civil Aviation Authority. Total activity duration is approximately 3 hours.

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.

The children who 5 years old and under are not allowed to balloon tours.

Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults. If you will be 1 adult + 1 child, the tour operator can request & charge the amount of 2 adults.

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Verified reviews

4.4

17 reviews

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Rohina_V

Amazing!

The first part of the Tour was Pamukkale & Ephesus. The Tour Guide Mr Mehmat & the the driver were at the airport on time to give a warm welcome.

The Hierapolis & Pamukkale Thermal Ponds were beautiful to experience & Mr Mehmat ensured a good explanation of each place & monument. All locations along the bus route were also being informed about. The night halt at Efe Hotel along the sea side at Kuşadasi was a good surprise & comfortable stay. The wonders of Ephesus was heartwarming especially the 3D Museum is an astonishing experience- a must see.

The tour to Pamukkale, Ephesus was very well managed meticulously planned to cover the important historical places. The stay at the Efe Hotel was indeed a cherry on the cake because of its sea side location. Mr Mehmet was curteous, cheerful & be extremely knowledgeable of the history and its chronological importance. His willingness to answer our questions made this tour an interactive and enriching experience. His photography skills helped us capture some beautiful memories.

The second part of trip was Cappadocia.

The tour to Capadocia was very well organised and managed for the duration of the visit. The stay in the Cave Hotel 1811 was an extremely beautiful and comfortable experience. The host were generous enough to look after us for even a small requirement.

Ms Fatima during the tour of Cappadocia was found to be extremely confident and knowledgeable of the historical places planned during the visit. The gp was also given adequate time to visit the site and clarify any queries. The lady was generous and kind and was very friendly with the group. The lady knows her job and conducted the tour with utmost spirit.

Overall an excellent experience thanks to the trip being well laid out & organised- whether the flight bookings, accommodations or touring.

Freesia Travels did an amazing job with providing comfortable travel, good guides & drivers.

Thank you

Travel Experts R

20/02/2025, 05:49

Dear Guest,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience!! The whole team puts a lot of work to make sure everything goes as smooth as possible :) They will love to know how much you enjoyed on our tour.

Thank you so much for you recommendation!

Kind Regards

alisegarris

Amazing!

This was a great tour, saw a lot of amazing sites. Everything was well organized and ran smoothly. Highly recommend

Travel Experts R

20/02/2025, 05:49

Dear Guest,

Thank you so much for you recommendation!

Kind Regards

841HilaryB

Amazing!

Just come back from amazing 8 days in Turkey booked with Encounters Travel in UK and locally with Fez travel and guide Goksu. What a fantastic and varied country Turkey is. Istanbul is a very clean and safe city. Afterwards we visited Ephesus, Pamukkale, Hierapolis and Cappadocia. Goksu was a great guide - so knowledgeable and he also helped the whole trip run smoothly. We loved our cave hotel - "Gamirasu". April is a perfect time to visit.

Travel Experts R

20/02/2025, 05:49

Dear Guest,

Thank you so much for you recommendation!

Kind Regards

Michelle_J

Amazing!

We had a great experience with our two tour guides: Mehmet in Pamakkule/Ephesus and Suleyman in Cappadocia. Flights & accommodations were easily coordinated and well scheduled. We knew exactly where to go and where to be at specific times. Provided meals were delicious and very filling and the guides provided great recommendations for dinner when requested. This experience was packed with a ton of information and a lot of different sights to see - be prepared for the fast pace and long days!

Travel Experts R

22/01/2024, 18:35

Dear Guest,

Thank you so much for you recommendation!

Kind Regards

Haissam_D

Amazing!

Great professional tour company. I had a great time on this trip and I was very impressed with the tour company. They always arrived on time to pick me up, were very accessible via whatsapp, and were very friendly. My tour guides Orman and Birck were pleasant and had a Turkish diploma in tourism so they knew their stuff.

Cappadocia was the highlight of the trip and I recommend you pay extra for the hot air balloon ride. It was magical!

Julie_Z

Amazing!

I got picked up by tour guide a young lady Arzu and driver on time at the airport. During the 2 -day tour, Arzu was very patient very detailed giving me stories about the places we visited. Trip was smooth and I enjoyed very much ! Plus hotels company booked for me were awesome! Overall it is a wonderful experience and I wish I can go back to Turkey in the future again.

658salmanf

Amazing!

This tour exceeded my expectations. It was worth the money. Provided everything as mentioned. Hotels were top class, transfers and tours on time. Rafet, Fayezullah and Samet were our guides. They were professional, knew there job and made the tour way more informative and enjoyable.

Highly recommend.

Stuart_W

Amazing!

Rabia was a wonderful guide to Pamukkale and Ephesus. Highly recommended. Very informative and transfers worked well.

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esteniemandt2019

Amazing!

Everything was well organised and it was worth it. The tour guides, drivers and just everyone was so friendly and nice.

Jimson_Y

Amazing!

Visited all the 3 "must do" attractions: Cappadocia, Pamukkale and Ephesus.

Turkey is more than what we expected.

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