Explore Turkey on a 5-day tour from Istanbul to Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale, and Ephesus. Discover fairy chimneys, ancient ruins, and remarkable cultural heritage.
FIVE DAYS THROUGH CAPPADOCIA, KONYA, PAMUKKALE & EPHESUS
Discover Cappadocia’s valleys and underground heritage, visit Konya’s Mevlana Museum and continue to Pamukkale’s white terraces and the ancient city of Ephesus. This five-day journey from Istanbul combines two domestic flights, the road journey via Konya, four hotel nights, listed transfers and English or Spanish guiding on sightseeing tours.
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 — Konya & Journey to Pamukkale
After breakfast, your driver collects you between 8:30 and 8:45 for the overland journey to Pamukkale via Konya. The first leg takes approximately three to four hours. In Konya, visit the Mevlana Museum and enjoy time for lunch; local etli ekmek is an option, with lunch paid separately. Continue for approximately three to four hours to Pamukkale and check in to your hotel. Breakfast included. Overnight in Pamukkale.
Day 4 — Pamukkale & Transfer to Kuşadası
After breakfast, pickup is between 7:30 and 8:00 for your guided Pamukkale–Hierapolis visit. Discover the white travertine terraces and the ancient city’s thermal heritage. Swimming in Cleopatra’s Pool is optional and charged separately. After lunch, transfer to your hotel in Kuşadası and enjoy the remaining time at leisure. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Kuşadası.
Day 5 — Ephesus & Return to Istanbul
After breakfast, meet your guide for the Temple of Artemis and the ancient city of Ephesus. Explore the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, ancient baths, theatre and old harbour area, then visit the House of the Virgin Mary. Enjoy lunch at a restaurant, then transfer to Izmir Airport for your flight to Istanbul. On arrival, meet your driver for the transfer to your hotel, where the tour ends. Breakfast and lunch included. Accommodation in Istanbul is not included.
HOTELS & PRICES
Economical: Aura Cave / Holiday Cave / Garden Inn in Cappadocia; Venus in Pamukkale; Istankoy / Sözer in Kuşadası, or similar. Base EUR 1237.5 per adult; seasonal EUR 1361.25.
Comfort: Avilla Cave / Design Cave in Cappadocia; Colossae Thermal / Hierapark Thermal in Pamukkale; Ilayda Avantgarde / Carina / Efe Boutique in Kuşadası, or similar. Base EUR 1529 per adult; seasonal EUR 1681.9.
High-Class: Kayakapi Premium Caves / Yunak Evleri in Cappadocia; Adempira / Doğa Thermal in Pamukkale; DoubleTree by Hilton / Charisma Deluxe / La Vista in Kuşadası, or similar. Base EUR 2073.5 per adult; seasonal EUR 2280.85.
Four hotel nights with breakfast: two in Cappadocia, one in Pamukkale and one in Kuşadası. Hotels may be replaced by similar-quality properties. Prices are per person with two adults sharing a twin or queen room. Annual 10% seasonal increase 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; ages 2–5 receive a 50% discount; ages 6–11 receive a 25% discount. 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
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Four hotel nights with daily breakfast: two in Cappadocia, one in Pamukkale and one in Kuşadası, in your selected category or similar. Two adults share a twin or queen room.
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Domestic flights Istanbul–Cappadocia and Izmir–Istanbul, with 15 kg baggage allowance.
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All listed airport and hotel transfers, the road journey from Cappadocia to Pamukkale via Konya with a Mevlana Museum stop, and the transfer from Pamukkale to Kuşadası.
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Guided North and South Cappadocia, Ephesus and Pamukkale–Hierapolis visits, with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide.
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Lunch on the four sightseeing days, with vegetarian, vegan and halal options available.
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Entrance fees for the listed guided sights and museums, excluding the optional Cleopatra Pool.
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Optional hot-air balloon flight and pottery workshop.
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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 in Istanbul.
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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; ages 2–5: 50% discount; ages 6–11: 25% discount.
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Book at least two days before departure. Automatic confirmation and full payment in one transaction. Prices increase by 10% each year from 1 March to 31 October.
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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 is a road journey via Konya with approximately seven to eight hours of driving, plus the Mevlana Museum stop. Lunch in Konya is paid separately.
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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.
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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, one in Pamukkale and one in Kuşadası; Istanbul accommodation is excluded.
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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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