Highlights
- Local Culture: Interact with warm locals and explore Turkish traditions.
- Thermal Springs: Enjoy the soothing, mineral-rich waters of Pamukkale
- Beach Vibes: Relax at Bodrum’s serene beaches and lively spots.
- Hidden Stories: Learn fascinating local legends and history beyond the famous sites.
Inclusions
- Round flight tickets from Istanbul
- English guided group tours in Ephesus and Pamukkale
- 1-night hotel in Kusadasi/Selcuk with breakfast
- English speaking tour guide on the tours
- 2-night hotel in Bodrum with Breakfast
- Lunches on the tours at the local restaurant
- Entrance fees to the sights on the tours
- Land transportation on the tours
- Airport and bus station transfers as mentioned in the program
- Parking and road tolls, and local taxes
Exclusions
- Personal expenses
- Drinks at the lunches
- Dinners
- Entrance tee to Thermal Pool in Pamukkale
- Optional tours and activities in Ephesus, Pamukkale and Bodrum
Remarks
- Exact pickup time will be given at the time of booking.
- You are kindly requested to present yourself at the departure point 30 minutes prior the pre-advised departure time.
- Comfortable shoes and a hat is recommended as shade is limited in summer time.
- The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion.
- If you are looking for the tours in Spanish for Ephesus and Pamukkale, please kindly ask us.
- If your last place is not Istanbul, we can arrange (with an additional cost) a ferry ticket to Kos Island in Greece or bus/flight tickets to the other destinations.
Istanbul to Ephesus Pamukkale and Bodrum Tours
Day 1 – Istanbul to Ephesus Tour
04.00 – Pick up from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport for your flight to Izmir.
(Pick-up time may vary based on your hotel and the season.)
07.00 – Flight from Istanbul to Izmir.
(Flight departure times may vary according to season and availability.)
08.10 – Arrival at Izmir Airport.
- Greeted by our travel team with a name sign.
- Transfer to Ephesus Ancient City and meet your professional local tour guide.
Tour Highlights: Ancient Ephesus Ruins & Virgin Mary House
- Temple of Artemis:
Once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. - Ephesus Ancient City:
Explore the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. - Lunch Break:
Enjoy a delicious local meal. - House of Virgin Mary:
A sacred place for both Christians and Muslims believed to be where Mary spent her last days. - Isabey Mosque:
A remarkable example of Seljukian architecture.
The tour ends at 16:00. After the tour, transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi/Selcuk. Check into your hotel.
Overnight Stay: Kusadasi/Selcuk.
Day 2 – Pamukkale Tour & Local Bus to Bodrum
08.00 – Pick up from your hotel and meet your local tour guide.
Tour Highlights: Pamukkale & Ancient Hierapolis
- Hierapolis Ancient City:
Visit the Necropolis, Roman Bath, Domitian Gate, Main Street, and Byzantine Gate.
Witness the natural beauty of white travertine terraces formed by thermal springs. - Pamukkale Calcium Terraces:
- Optional: Swimming in the thermal spring pool (extra charge). Don’t forget your swimsuit if you plan to swim!
At the end of the tour, we will transfer you to Denizli Bus Station.
You will take a local bus to Bodrum from Pamukkale which takes about 5 hours.
Upon your arrival in Bodrum, transfer to your hotel to check into your rooms.
Overnight Stay: Bodrum.
Day 3 – Leisure Day in Bodrum
Breakfast at the hotel.
Relax on the beautiful beaches of Bodrum or explore the city at your leisure.
Overnight Stay: Bodrum
Day 4 – Bodrum to Istanbul by Flight
Breakfast and Check out from the hotel before noon.
- Enjoy a free day on Bodrum’s beaches or explore local attractions.
19.30 – Flight from Bodrum to Istanbul.
(Flight times may vary based on season and availability.)
20.45 – Arrival at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport. Then, you will meet with our team at the exit and we will transfer to your hotel.
The tour ends in your hotel. Thanks for choosing us!
Additional Options
If Istanbul is not your next destination, we can arrange:
- Ferry tickets to Kos Island, Greece.
- Bus or flight tickets to other destinations.
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