Explore Turkey on a 7-day tour by plane and bus through Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Ephesus. Discover ancient wonders and breathtaking landscapes.
Explore Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale and Ephesus with two domestic flights and an overnight intercity bus linking Cappadocia to Pamukkale. This journey includes five hotel nights, one night on the bus, the listed transfers and English or Spanish guiding.
Day 1 — Welcome to Istanbul
Arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), meet your driver and transfer to your hotel. Settle in and spend the remainder of the day at leisure, discovering the city at your own pace. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 2 — Istanbul at Your Own Pace
After breakfast, enjoy a free day to explore Istanbul’s Old City independently. A small-group guided excursion for approximately six to eight guests can be requested as an optional extra; it includes guiding, entrance fees and lunch and requires at least two participants. This excursion is not included in the package price. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 3 — Fly to Cappadocia & Northern Highlights
An early airport transfer takes you to your included domestic flight to Cappadocia; complete airline check-in independently. Meet your driver on arrival and begin your northern sightseeing tour. Take in Göreme Panorama and visit Göreme Open-Air Museum, then discover Ortahisar, Paşabağ’s fairy chimneys and Devrent’s imaginative rock formations. Enjoy an included lunch, a walk beside the Red River and a pottery demonstration in Avanos; hands-on activities are optional. Continue through Love Valley and transfer to your Cappadocia hotel. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 4 — Southern Cappadocia & Overnight Bus to Pamukkale
An optional sunrise balloon flight can be added at extra cost, subject to weather and operating approval. After breakfast, meet your guide at approximately 09:30–10:00 and explore Uçhisar and walk approximately four kilometres through Red and Rose Valleys, with their striking rock formations and historic churches. Discover Çavuşin’s cave dwellings, Kaymaklı Underground City, Pigeon Valley and the Three Beauties viewpoint. Lunch is included. After sightseeing, board the included overnight intercity bus to Pamukkale, an approximately eight-to-ten-hour journey. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight on the bus; no hotel night on this date.
Day 5 — Pamukkale & Hierapolis, Continue to Kuşadası
Arrive in the Pamukkale area after your overnight bus journey and begin the Pamukkale–Hierapolis tour, with pickup scheduled around 07:30–08:00. Walk among the white travertine terraces and discover the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Hierapolis. Swimming in Cleopatra’s Pool is optional and costs extra. After the included lunch, continue to your hotel in Kuşadası. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Kuşadası.
Day 6 — Ephesus, the House of Mary & Flight to Istanbul
After breakfast, explore the remains of the Temple of Artemis and the ancient city of Ephesus. Follow its historic streets past the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, Roman baths, Great Theatre and old harbour area. Continue to the House of the Virgin Mary, a revered pilgrimage site. Lunch is included during the tour. After sightseeing, transfer to Izmir Airport for your included domestic flight to Istanbul, where your driver meets you for the transfer to your hotel. Lunch included. Overnight in Istanbul.
Day 7 — Departure from Istanbul
Check out of your hotel and transfer to Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) for your onward flight. Your seven-day journey ends with the airport transfer. International flights are not included.
HOTELS & PRICES
Economical: Istanbul — Zeynep Sultan Hotel / Hotel Black Tulip; Cappadocia — Aura Cave Hotel / Garden Inn Cappadocia; Kuşadası — Istankoy Hotel / Sözer Hotel, or similar. Base EUR 1395 per adult; high season EUR 1534.50.
Comfort: Istanbul — Yasmak Sultan Hotel / Ottoman Imperial Hotel; Cappadocia — Avilla Cave / Design Cave / Doors of Cappadocia; Kuşadası — Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel / Efe Boutique Hotel, or similar. Base EUR 1580 per adult; high season EUR 1738.00.
High-Class: Istanbul — Fer Hotel / Sura Design Hotel / Vogue Hotel Supreme; Cappadocia — Kayakapi Premium Caves / Yunak Evleri Cave Hotel; Kuşadası — DoubleTree by Hilton / Charisma Deluxe Hotel, or similar. Base EUR 1975 per adult; high season EUR 2172.50.
Five hotel nights with breakfast: three in Istanbul, one in Cappadocia and one in Kuşadası, plus one night travelling on the intercity bus. Prices are per person with two adults sharing a twin or queen room. An annual 10% increase applies from 1 March through 31 October.
BOOKING & PAYMENT
Minimum one adult aged 12+ per reservation. For 1 adult, the displayed price includes a single room and a 40% supplement. Infants under two are free without an extra bed; ages 2–5 receive 50% discount; ages 6–11 receive 25% discount. Book at least two days before departure. Automatic confirmation and full payment in one transaction. Maximum sightseeing group size: 15 guests. Day 2 is free time; the Istanbul excursion, balloon flight, pottery activities and Cleopatra’s Pool admission are optional extras.
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
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Five hotel nights with breakfast in the selected category or similar: three Istanbul, one Cappadocia and one Kuşadası; one additional night is spent on the bus.
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Domestic flights Istanbul–Cappadocia and Izmir–Istanbul, with 15 kg baggage allowance.
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Overnight intercity bus from Cappadocia to Pamukkale, approximately 8–10 hours.
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The airport transfers and local transfers stated in the itinerary, including arrival and departure transfers in Istanbul.
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Guided North Cappadocia, South Cappadocia, Ephesus and Pamukkale–Hierapolis tours in English or Spanish.
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Lunch on the four included sightseeing days, with vegetarian, vegan and halal options available.
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Entrance fees for the included sights and museums.
Exclusions
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Optional Istanbul excursion on Day 2.
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Optional hot-air balloon flight and hands-on pottery activities.
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Optional swimming admission to Cleopatra’s Pool.
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Drinks, dinners, tips and personal expenses.
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Medical and travel insurance.
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International flights and accommodation outside the five included hotel nights.
Please Note
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This seven-day package includes five hotel nights: three Istanbul, one Cappadocia and one Kuşadası. One night is spent travelling on the overnight bus from Cappadocia to Pamukkale (approximately 8–10 hours); there is no hotel on Day 4. Day 2 in Istanbul is free time; the guided city excursion is optional and costs extra. Domestic flights include 15 kg baggage allowance. Flight schedules and transfer times will be supplied before departure; itineraries may be adjusted to flight operations. Provide your arrival and departure flight details so the included Istanbul airport transfers can be arranged.
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Prices are per person with two adults sharing a twin or queen room. Minimum two adults aged 12+. Infants under two are free without an extra bed; ages 2–5 receive 50% discount; ages 6–11 receive 25% discount. Annual 10% seasonal increase from 1 March through 31 October. Book at least two days before departure. Automatic confirmation and full payment in one transaction.
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English or Spanish guiding is available; select your preference. Maximum sightseeing group size: 15 guests. Day 4 includes around four kilometres of walking, uneven terrain and narrow underground passages. Contact us before booking for accessibility assistance. Balloon flights depend on weather and operating approval and cost extra. Cleopatra’s Pool swimming and hands-on pottery activities are optional extras. Hotels may be replaced by similar-quality properties.
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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.
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Free cancellation up to 3 days in advance for a full refund on eligible bookings.
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