8 Days Relaxed Cappadocia, Ephesus, Pamukkale and Antalya Tour

Istanbul Hotel Pick-up & Airport Transfer

Welcome to the start of your grand 8-day Turkish adventure! Your journey begins with a premium, stress-free start. Our professional driver will meet you directly at your Istanbul hotel at the scheduled time for your private transfer. You will travel in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle designed for your comfort, ensuring a smooth ride to the airport. Avoid the hassle of public transport or taxis; we handle all the logistics to ensure you arrive on time for your domestic flight to Izmir. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the city views one last time before we fly you to the beautiful Aegean coast to begin your exploration of ancient wonders.

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Upon your arrival at Izmir ADB Airport, our professional driver will be waiting for you at the exit gate, holding a sign with your name. You will be escorted to your private, air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable drive towards the historic town of Selcuk. Enjoy the scenic views of the Aegean countryside as we handle the navigation. Your driver will ensure a smooth arrival in Selcuk, where you will meet your professional licensed guide to begin your journey through history. This seamless transition from air to land allows you to relax and prepare for the magnificent sights of Ephesus that await you.

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Once you meet up with your guide and the rest of the group in Selcuk, we will head straight to the House of Virgin Mary. Tucked away on a quiet mountain, this is a beautiful, peaceful spot where Mary is believed to have spent her final days. You can walk through the small stone chapel, light a candle, or leave a message on the famous wishing wall. It is a very calm and spiritual place to start the day before we dive into the busy ancient streets of Ephesus. Your guide will share the local stories and the history of how this hidden gem was discovered.

45 minutos•Entrada incluída

You’ll explore the ancient city of Ephesus with a storytelling guide who brings the ruins to life as you walk along its marble streets. Instead of dates and facts, you’ll hear the stories of the people who once lived here — from daily life and rituals to power, trade, and belief.

Highlights include the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, and some of the best-preserved streets and buildings from Roman times.

2 horas•Entrada incluída

As part of your tour, your guide will offer an optional visit to the Terrace Houses. This section provides a closer look at how wealthy citizens once lived, with well-preserved mosaics, wall paintings, and early underfloor heating systems. You can opt in to visit the site or rest for a while.

30 minutos•Entrada não incluída

We will stop at the Ephesus Experience Museum, where visuals and sound help you picture what the ancient city once looked and felt like. With your guide's explanations, this stop helps connect the stories you've heard with what you've seen in the ruins.

30 minutos•Entrada gratuita

A lunch break is planned at a local restaurant in Selcuk before continuing the tour.

1 hora•Entrada gratuita

You’ll stop at the site of the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Today, only a few remains can be seen, but your guide will explain its history and importance, helping you imagine what once stood here.

30 minutos•Entrada gratuita

At the end of the day, you'll be transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi for an overnight stay. Accommodation is provided at a comfortable 4-star hotel.

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After breakfast, you’ll leave Kusadasi and travel by road toward Pamukkale. The drive offers a look at the changing landscapes of western Turkey as you head inland toward one of the country’s most unique natural sites.

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Upon arrival in Pamukkale, the tour begins with a visit to the ancient city of Hierapolis. With your guide, you’ll explore key parts of the site, including the Roman baths, the ancient theater, the necropolis, the main streets, and several temples and public buildings.

As you walk through the ruins, your guide explains how Hierapolis developed around its thermal waters and why it became an important center for healing and daily life in Roman times.

2 horas•Entrada gratuita

The tour continues with a stop at Cleopatra’s Pool. Guests who wish can pay locally and enjoy a swim in the warm, mineral-rich waters, while those who prefer not to swim can relax by the poolside and take in the surroundings.

30 minutos•Entrada não incluída

You’ll walk across the white travertine terraces of Pamukkale, formed by mineral-rich thermal waters flowing down the hillside. Walking barefoot, you can enjoy the warm water, take photos, and spend time at your own pace in this unique natural setting.

30 minutos•Entrada incluída

After the tour, you’ll be transferred to Antalya and dropped off at your hotel. Overnight accommodation is at a 4-star hotel, with breakfast included.

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The day starts with pickup from your hotel in Antalya, followed by a visit to Karpuzkaldiran Waterfall, where the Duden River flows over the cliffs directly into the Mediterranean Sea. You will have time to walk around, take photos, and enjoy the coastal views.

30 minutos•Entrada incluída

From the waterfall, we continue to Kaleici, Antalya’s historic old town. With your guide, you will walk through narrow streets, see traditional houses, and learn how this area has shaped the city over the centuries.

45 minutos•Entrada incluída

From the old harbor, we take you on a boat trip along the Antalya coastline. During the cruise, you can enjoy views of the city, the cliffs, and the Mediterranean Sea from a different perspective.

45 minutos•Entrada incluída

After the boat trip, a lunch break is planned at a local restaurant in Antalya before continuing the tour.

1 hora•Entrada gratuita

You will have some free time in Antalya city center to walk around or relax before continuing to the final stop of the tour.

30 minutos•Entrada gratuita

The tour continues to Upper Duden Waterfall, a green and peaceful park area where the river flows through cascades and walking paths. You will have time to enjoy the natural setting and take a short walk before the tour ends.

30 minutos•Entrada incluída

At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Antalya.

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This day is free to spend at your own pace in Antalya. You may choose to relax at your hotel, enjoy the beach, or explore the city on your own. Optional activities can be arranged if you wish.

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You will be picked up from your hotel in Antalya and transferred to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia.

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Upon arrival in Cappadocia, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel.

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Overnight accommodation in Cappadocia

Overnight accommodation in Cappadocia is provided at a comfortable 4-star hotel or a cave hotel

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After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel to start the Northern Cappadocia tour.

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The tour begins with a visit to Uchisar Castle, the highest point in Cappadocia, offering panoramic views over the surrounding valleys and rock formations.

30 minutos•Entrada gratuita

You will visit the Goreme Open-Air Museum with your guide, home to rock-cut churches decorated with well-preserved frescoes that reflect early Christian life in the region.

1 h 30 min•Entrada incluída

In Avanos, you will stop at a local pottery workshop to learn about traditional pottery-making techniques that have been passed down for generations.

30 minutos•Entrada gratuita

At Monk’s Valley, also known as Pasabag, you will see Cappadocia’s famous fairy chimneys with their unique mushroom-shaped formations.

45 minutos•Entrada incluída

The tour continues to Devrent Valley, where naturally shaped rocks resemble different animals and figures, leaving room for imagination and photos.

30 minutos•Entrada incluída

At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Cappadocia.

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After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel to start the Southern Cappadocia tour.

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The first stop is Goreme Panorama Point, where you can enjoy wide views over the valleys and rock formations of Cappadocia from a different angle.

20 minutos•Entrada incluída

The tour continues to Red Valley for a guided walk of approximately 4 km. Along the way, you will see rock-carved churches, pigeon houses, and small local farms set within the valley landscape.

2 horas•Entrada incluída

After the walk, you will visit Cavusin Village, one of the oldest settlements in the region, known for its rock-cut houses and village atmosphere.

30 minutos•Entrada gratuita

At Love Valley, you will stop to see the area’s distinctive pillar-shaped rock formations and take photos of this unique landscape.

30 minutos•Entrada incluída

You will explore Kaymakli Underground City with your guide, an underground settlement once used as a shelter by early Christian communities. The visit offers insight into how people lived below ground for protection.

45 minutos•Entrada incluída

The tour continues to Pigeon Valley, where you can enjoy views of the valley and learn about the pigeon houses carved into the cliffs.

30 minutos•Entrada incluída

At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel in Cappadocia.

Passa sem parar•Entrada gratuita

According to your flight schedule, you will be picked up from your hotel in Cappadocia and transferred to the airport.

0 minuto•Passa sem parar•Entrada gratuita

Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

0 minuto•Passa sem parar•Entrada gratuita