5-Day Cappadocia, Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul with Flights

Duration: 5 Days
Languages: English, Spanish
Max group size: 50
Overview

Tour overview

Explore Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale on a 5-day Turkey tour from Istanbul with flights. Discover fairy chimneys, ancient ruins, and natural wonders.

Description

FIVE DAYS IN CAPPADOCIA, EPHESUS & PAMUKKALE

Travel from Cappadocia’s valleys and underground heritage to the marble streets of Ephesus and the white terraces of Pamukkale. This five-day journey includes four hotel nights, domestic flights, listed transfers and four guided sightseeing days, with English or Spanish guiding. A free morning in Cappadocia gives you time to explore at your own pace.

Day 1 — Flight & Northern Cappadocia

An early transfer takes you from your Istanbul hotel to the airport. Check in independently for your domestic flight; on arrival in Cappadocia, meet your driver and begin the northern route. Enjoy Göreme Panorama, the frescoed churches of Göreme Open-Air Museum, Ortahisar, the fairy chimneys of Paşabağ and the imaginative formations of Devrent Valley. After lunch, visit the Red River area and a pottery village to see local craftsmanship; participation in a workshop is optional. Finish with a scenic drive through Love Valley. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 2 — Southern Cappadocia

An optional sunrise balloon flight is available at an extra charge, subject to weather and operating approval. After breakfast, pickup is between 9:30 and 10:00. Visit Uçhisar Castle, walk approximately four kilometres through the Red and Rose Valleys, and explore Çavuşin, Kaymaklı Underground City, Pigeon Valley and the Three Beauties. After lunch, return to your hotel and enjoy time to relax. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 3 — Free Morning & Flight to Izmir

Enjoy breakfast and a relaxed morning in Cappadocia. Explore Göreme independently, enjoy a local café or spend time at your hotel. Your driver collects you according to your flight schedule for the airport transfer and flight to Izmir. On arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel. Breakfast included. Overnight in Kuşadası or Selçuk.

Day 4 — Ancient Ephesus

After breakfast, meet your guide and discover the Temple of Artemis and the ancient city of Ephesus. Walk its marble streets and admire the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian and Great Theatre. After lunch, visit the House of the Virgin Mary before returning to your hotel. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Kuşadası.

Day 5 — Pamukkale & Return to Istanbul

After breakfast, pickup is between 7:30 and 8:00 for Pamukkale and Hierapolis. Discover the white travertine terraces and thermal landscape, then explore the ancient city and necropolis. Swimming in Cleopatra’s Pool is optional and charged separately. After lunch, transfer to Denizli Çardak Airport for your flight to Istanbul. Meet your driver for the transfer to your Istanbul hotel, where the tour ends. Breakfast and lunch included. Accommodation in Istanbul is not included.

HOTELS & PRICES

Economical: Aura Cave / Garden Inn in Cappadocia and Istankoy / Sözer in Kuşadası, or similar. Base EUR 975 per adult; seasonal EUR 1,351.

Comfort: Avilla Cave / Design Cave / Doors of Cappadocia in Cappadocia and Ilayda Avantgarde / Carina / Efe Boutique in Kuşadası, or similar. Base EUR 1,200; seasonal EUR 1,404.

High-Class: Kayakapi Premium Caves / Yunak Evleri in Cappadocia and DoubleTree by Hilton / Charisma Deluxe / La Vista in Kuşadası, or similar. Base EUR 1,650; seasonal EUR 1,815.

Four hotel nights with breakfast: two in Cappadocia and two in Kuşadası or Selçuk. Hotels may be replaced by similar-quality properties. Prices are per person with two adults sharing a twin or queen room. Seasonal prices apply from 1 March through 31 October. Maximum sightseeing group size: 15 guests.

BOOKING & PAYMENT

Each reservation requires Minimum one adult aged 12+ per reservation. For 1 adult, the displayed price includes a single room and a 40% supplement. Infants under two travel free without a separate flight seat or extra bed; child prices are shown during booking. Book at least two days before departure. Automatic confirmation and full payment in one transaction.

CANCELLATION

Cancellation must be requested in writing by email. More than 7 days before departure: full refund (no cancellation fee). 7 days or less, but more than 2 days before departure: 30% cancellation fee and 70% refund. 2 days or less before departure, or no-show: 100% cancellation fee and no refund.

Inclusions

  • Four hotel nights with daily breakfast: two in Cappadocia and two in Kuşadası or Selçuk, in your selected category or similar. Two adults share a twin or queen room.
  • Domestic flights Istanbul–Cappadocia, Cappadocia–Izmir and Denizli–Istanbul, with 15 kg baggage allowance.
  • All airport and hotel transfers listed in the itinerary.
  • Guided North and South Cappadocia, Ephesus and Pamukkale–Hierapolis visits, with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide.
  • Lunch on the four sightseeing days, with vegetarian, vegan and halal options available.
  • Entrance fees for the listed guided sights and museums, excluding the optional Cleopatra Pool.

Exclusions

  • Optional hot-air balloon flight and pottery workshop.
  • Optional swimming admission to Cleopatra’s Pool.
  • Drinks, dinners, tips and personal expenses.
  • Medical and travel insurance.
  • International flights and accommodation in Istanbul.

Please Note

  • Minimum one adult aged 12+ per reservation. For 1 adult, the displayed price includes a single room and a 40% supplement. Prices are per person in a twin or queen room shared by two adults. Under two: free without a separate flight seat or extra bed; child prices are shown during booking.
  • Book at least two days before departure. Automatic confirmation and full payment in one transaction. Seasonal prices apply from 1 March to 31 October.
  • English and Spanish guiding are available; choose your language when booking. Domestic baggage allowance: 15 kg. Self-check-in is required for the outbound flight. Flight and pickup details will be provided before departure. Day 3 has free time before the flight to Izmir; no sightseeing or lunch is included that day.
  • The southern Cappadocia route includes an approximately four-kilometre walk. Archaeological sites and terraces have uneven surfaces. Contact us before booking if you require accessibility assistance.
  • Balloon flights are optional, cost extra and depend on weather and operating approval. Cleopatra Pool swimming and the pottery workshop are optional extras. Hotels may be replaced by similar-quality properties. Four hotel nights are included: two in Cappadocia and two in Kuşadası or Selçuk; Istanbul accommodation is excluded.
  • Cancellation must be requested in writing by email. More than 7 days before departure: full refund (no cancellation fee). 7 days or less, but more than 2 days before departure: 30% cancellation fee and 70% refund. 2 days or less before departure, or no-show: 100% cancellation fee and no refund.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days in advance for a full refund on eligible bookings.

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