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Duration
6 days
Max Group Size
40
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages
Tour Overview
Short on
time but eager to experience the magic of Turkey? This 6-day express tour is
your perfect gateway to explore the country’s top destinations—Ephesus,
Pamukkale, Antalya, and Cappadocia—all connected efficiently by domestic
flights to save you precious time and maximize your adventure.
Walk through the marble streets of Ephesus, relax in the thermal pools of Pamukkale, soak up the sun and history in Antalya, and marvel at the surreal landscapes and cave dwellings of Cappadocia. This tour is fast-paced yet rich in cultural experiences, perfect for travelers who want to see it all—efficiently and comfortably.
Attractions
Highlights
Itinerary
(Lunch and Dinner included)
09:00 ; According to your tour pick-up time, meet with your guide and start
your full-day tour. Visit The House of Virgin Mary; a church was built
from the 6C AD to the top of the foundations of a house from 1C AD and it is
declared by the church to be the final house where Mary spent her last
days.
Your tour
continues with the Ancient Ephesus; The best-preserved classical city in
Eastern Mediterranean. During the 1C AD, Ephesus was the second-largest city on
the planet after Rome with more than 250,000 citizens. Ephesus is also so well
preserved that, walking on the ancient streets among the beautiful monuments
such as the third largest library of the ancient world or the largest roman
theatre on the Asia continent, gives you the feeling of a time traveller.
Next; Temple
of Artemis or Artemision was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient
World. Its ancient cult dedicated to Artemis was very famous in antiquity and
made Ephesus a much visited pilgrimage place. After tour drive you back to your
hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Upon
breakfast at the hotel check out, According to your tour pick-up time, meet
with your guide and start your full-day tour. Visit Pamukkale; Pools of
Heaven on Earth… Pamukkale has always been a very popular settlement where hot
springs were believed to have healing powers so it is considered to be the
earliest spa on earth where in history people travelled long distances in order
to find a cure. The unique terraces were formed by running warm spring water at
a temperature of 35 C, containing calcium bicarbonate. Today Pamukkale is
declared as a worlds heritage site by UNESCO. Visit; ancient city
of Hierapolis which has the biggest Necropolis with 1200 gravestones
in Anatolia. Also, The Sacred Pool is one of the highlights of the site. Theır
shallow thermal waters ripple over a wonderful scattering of ancient roman
ruins that lie beneath. At the end of the tour drive you to Antalya. Check in.
Overnight in Antalya.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
Today you
visit the cable car ride 'from sea to sky'. Enjoy amazing views from
the top of Tunektepe which stands 1365 mt above sea level. You will see the
beautiful coastline of the Antalya region, gorgeous mountains, pine forests,
and turquoise Mediterranean sea. Great pictures taken during the trip will
remind you of this unforgettable experience. Next; Duden
waterfalls are the most beautiful and the most visited in the Antalya
region. Walk through the beautiful park and listen to the sound of falling
water.
After lunch
at a local restaurant with a beautiful panoramic view you will have 1-1.5 hours
of free time to explore the old town (Kaleici). You will see top
attractions of the city: Hadrianus Gate, Clock Tower, Kesik
Minare (Truncated Minaret) and city walls dated back to the 2d century.
Old Town with its narrow stone streets is also a great place to explore
numerous boutiques, art galleries, and interesting museums. Do not forget to
buy some memorable souvenirs from the authentic shops before leaving Kaleici.
Overnight in Antalya.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
(08:30-20:00)Upon
breakfast at the hotel check out, visit the museum of 13th century Philosopher
Mevlana Celaleddin-i Rumi. Mevlana was a philosopher and mystic of Islam, but
not a Muslim of the orthodox type. His doctrine advocates unlimited tolerance,
positive reasoning, goodness, charity and awareness through love. Then visit
700-years-old Caravanserail (ancient traders and travellers on silk road) After
lunch travel to Cappadocia. Check ın. Overnight in Cappadocia
Please
Note: This tour will be done by domestic flight from Antalya to Cappadocia if we
can not reach the minimum 6 guests per departure. Kindly note that in that case
Antalya to Cappadocia domestic flight is included in given rate and lunch will
be excluded.
Please Note:
If you wish to join our optional activity of Cappadocia Hor Air Ballooning for
tomorrow, please contact with your guide and register because it will take
place early the next morning.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)
According to
your tour pick-up time, meet with your guide and start your full-day tour.
Explore Goreme Museum; consists of many rock-cut churches from the second
half of 9C with beautiful colorful frescoes decorating the walls.
Next; Devrent Valley; famous for its quirky animal shaped rocks. It
looks like a sculpture zoo made by nature.. Next; Pasabagi which
means: the Pacha's vineyard. This site is also called Monks Valley. The
hermitage of Simeon monks was here.
Next Avanos; where you will enjoy typical Turkish Lunch and experience make Potter with local experts. Next we continues to Goreme Panaroma, which has one of the best panoramic view of the Fairy chimneys. Next Uchisar the Naturel highest Rock Castle provides a magnificent panorama of the surrounding area At the end of the tour drive you back to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia
(Breakfast and Lunch included)
Upon breakfast at the hotel check out, Today you
visit Rose Valley; is an incredibly unique area of Cappadocia with sharp
ridges, tinted in pink especially during sunset!the minerals in the sandstone
have a pink tinge.. Next Cavusin; is surrounded by a valley, which becomes
gradually wider, called as Red Valley. The houses of the village were cut into
massive rock formations. The village is famous with its rock-chuches.
Next; Pigeon Valley; earned its name from the countless man made dovecotes
(Pigeon Houses) that have been carved into the soft volcanic tuff. Pigeon
Valley is one of the best spots for walking in the marvelous Cappadocia region.
Next; Underground Cities; once a place of refuge for 15000 christians.
These settlements were of enormous value to the development of christianity as
they provided shelter and worship and were in use until the end of 7C AD.
Witness the ancient bedrooms, church, meeting hall and food storage rooms in
this eight-storey city connected by 30km of corridors and passageways. Tour
continue with Ortahisar; famous for its friendly inhabitants,
picturesque stone houses, narrow streets and lovely churches as well as the castle-like
rock formation after which the town is named. After tour drives to Kayseri
Airport for your 1hour 30min domestic flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival you wıll
be greeted by your driver who wıll drıve you safely to your hotel. End of our
service
Trip includes
Included
1 night accommodation in Kusadasi - Odelia Resort Hotel
2 night
accommodation in Cappadocia - Elpuente Cave Hotel
2 night
accommodation in Antalya 4 Star Best Western Plus Khan Hotel
PS:
If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will
arrange smilar other hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category
hotel, there might be an additional cost
Professional English - speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Meal plan as mentioned in the itinerary



Transfer
services from/to Airports
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non -
smoking coach
Guided
Ephesus Tour
Guided
Pamukkale Tour
Guided
Antalya City Tour
Guided Konya
Tour
Guided
Cappadocia Tour
Underground
Cities of Cappadocia
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerar
Good to Know:
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Start: Izmir (Ephesus) | End: Cappadocia (with return flight to Istanbul
available)
Transportation: Domestic flights & air-conditioned private vehicles
Accommodation: Carefully selected 4-star or boutique hotels
Included:
Airport
transfers & local transport
Professional English-speaking guides
Entrance tickets to major sites
Daily breakfast & some lunches and dinner
Not Included:
International
flights
All domestic flights
Optional hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia
Travel insurance
Recommended Travel Time: Spring and Autumn
(April–June, Sept–Oct) for best weather
Tips: Bring walking shoes, a swimsuit (Pamukkale), and a light jacket for
Cappadocia evenings
Excluded
International
flights
Domestic
flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul
Insurance:
All types
Turkey
entry visa
Tipping
Hotel room taxes
Items
of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
Any
others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section
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