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10-Day Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya & Cappadocia Tour

10 days

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Ten days from Istanbul through Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya, Konya and Cappadocia, with nine hotel nights, two domestic flights and English or Spanish guiding.

ENGLISH — TEN DAYS FROM ISTANBUL TO THE COAST & CAPPADOCIA


Discover Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Antalya and Cappadocia, with a Mevlana Museum stop in Konya. Ancient cities, coastal leisure and volcanic landscapes come together in a journey with nine hotel nights, two domestic flights and English or Spanish guiding on the included tours.


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 — Flight to Izmir & the Treasures of Ephesus


Early pickup from your Istanbul hotel takes you to the airport for self-check-in and your included flight to Izmir. Meet your driver on arrival and begin the guided Ephesus tour. Discover the remains of the Temple of Artemis, then walk through Ephesus to admire the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian and Great Theatre. Continue to the House of the Virgin Mary before transferring to your hotel. Lunch included. Overnight in Kuşadası or Selçuk.


Day 4 — A Free Day on the Aegean Coast


After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure in Kuşadası. Stroll along the Aegean waterfront, explore the bazaars independently or relax at your hotel. Suggested activities are independent and are not included guided excursions. Breakfast included. Overnight in Kuşadası or Selçuk.


Day 5 — Pamukkale, Hierapolis & Onward to Antalya


After breakfast, pickup around 07:30–08:00 begins your journey to Pamukkale. Discover the white travertine terraces and thermal landscape, then explore Hierapolis and its ancient necropolis. Swimming in Cleopatra’s Pool is optional at extra cost. After the included lunch, travel by bus to Antalya and transfer to your hotel. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Antalya.


Day 6 — Antalya at Your Own Pace


Enjoy a free day after breakfast. You may explore the lanes of Kaleiçi, visit Hadrian’s Gate independently or spend time at the beach. These are suggestions for your own leisure time, with no guided excursion included today. Breakfast included. Overnight in Antalya.


Day 7 — From Antalya to Cappadocia via Konya


After breakfast, pickup around 08:30–08:45 begins the overland journey from Antalya to Cappadocia via Konya. Visit the Mevlana Museum and discover the heritage of Rumi and the whirling dervishes. There is time for lunch at your own expense; etli ekmek is a local speciality to try. Continue to your Cappadocia hotel. Breakfast included. Overnight in Cappadocia.


Day 8 — Northern Cappadocia’s Valleys & Rock-Cut Heritage


An optional sunrise balloon flight can be added at extra cost, subject to weather and operating approval. After breakfast, pickup around 09:30–10:00 begins your North Cappadocia tour. Discover Göreme Panorama, the Göreme Open-Air Museum and Ortahisar, followed by Paşabağ and Devrent Valleys. Enjoy the Red River scenery and the pottery traditions of Avanos, then continue through Love Valley. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Cappadocia.


Day 9 — Southern Cappadocia & Flight to Istanbul


After breakfast, pickup around 09:30–10:00 begins the South Cappadocia tour. Discover Uçhisar Castle, then walk approximately four kilometres through the Red and Rose Valleys among rock-cut churches. Visit Çavuşin village, explore Kaymaklı Underground City, and continue to Pigeon Valley and the Three Beauties viewpoint. Breakfast and lunch included. After sightseeing, transfer to Kayseri Airport for your included flight to Istanbul and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.


Day 10 — Departure from Istanbul


After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) for your onward flight. Complete self-check-in at the airport. Your ten-day journey ends with this transfer; international flights are not included.


HOTELS & PRICES


Economical Hotel Package: Istanbul — Zeynep Sultan Hotel / Hotel Black Tulip; Cappadocia — Aura Cave Hotel / Garden Inn Cappadocia; Kuşadası — Istankoy Hotel / Sözer Hotel; Antalya — Aspen Hotel / Nun Hotel, or similar. Base EUR 1958 per adult; high season EUR 2153.8.


Comfort Hotel Package: Istanbul — Yasmak Sultan Hotel / Ottoman Imperial Hotel; Cappadocia — Avilla Cave / Design Cave / Doors of Cappadocia; Kuşadası — Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel / Efe Boutique Hotel; Antalya — Khan Hotel / La Boutique Hotel, or similar. Base EUR 2370.5 per adult; high season EUR 2607.55.


High-Class Hotel Package: Istanbul — Fer Hotel / Sura Design Hotel / Vogue Supreme Hotel; Cappadocia — Kayakapi Premium Caves / Yunak Evleri Cave Hotel; Kuşadası — DoubleTree by Hilton / Charisma Deluxe Hotel; Antalya — Crowne Plaza Antalya / Holiday Inn Lara, or similar. Base EUR 3256 per adult; high season EUR 3581.6.


Nine hotel nights: three Istanbul, two Kuşadası, two Antalya and two Cappadocia.


BOOKING INFORMATION


Prices are per person with two adults sharing a twin or queen room. Minimum two adults aged 12+ per reservation. Infants under two travel free without a separate flight seat or extra bed; ages 2–5 receive 50% discount and ages 6–11 receive 25% discount. Ages 12+ pay the adult rate. Book at least two days before departure. Automatic confirmation and full payment in one transaction. English or Spanish guiding is available; indicate your preference when booking. Maximum sightseeing group size: 15 guests. From 1 March through 31 October every year, prices increase by 10%. Hotels listed may be replaced by hotels of similar quality.


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.

What's included?

    ENGLISH

    • Nine hotel nights with breakfast: three Istanbul, two Kuşadası, two Antalya and two Cappadocia, in the selected category or similar.

    • Domestic flights Istanbul–Izmir and Cappadocia–Istanbul with 15 kg baggage allowance.

    • Airport, bus and hotel transfers listed in the itinerary, including the bus from Pamukkale to Antalya and road journey via Konya.

    • Guided Ephesus, Pamukkale–Hierapolis, North and South Cappadocia visits and the Mevlana Museum stop, with listed entrance fees.

    • English- or Spanish-speaking guides on the included sightseeing tours.

    • Lunch on guided sightseeing days, with vegetarian, vegan and halal options; lunch in Konya is not included.


    ESPAÑOL

    • Nueve noches con desayuno: tres en Estambul, dos en Kuşadası, dos en Antalya y dos en Capadocia, en la categoría elegida o similar.

    • Vuelos internos Estambul–Izmir y Capadocia–Estambul con 15 kg de equipaje.

    • Traslados aeroportuarios, de autobús y hotel indicados, incluido autobús de Pamukkale a Antalya y trayecto por carretera pasando por Konya.

    • Visitas de Éfeso, Pamukkale–Hierápolis, norte y sur de Capadocia, y parada en el Museo de Mevlana, con entradas indicadas.

    • Guías en inglés o español durante las visitas incluidas.

    • Almuerzo en las jornadas de visitas guiadas, con opciones vegetarianas, veganas y halal; almuerzo en Konya no incluido.

    Exclusions

      ENGLISH

      • Optional hot-air balloon flight, hands-on pottery activities and swimming admission to Cleopatra’s Pool.

      • Lunch in Konya, drinks, dinners, tips and personal expenses.

      • Medical and travel insurance.

      • International flights, extra hotel nights outside the itinerary and the optional Istanbul Old City excursion on Day 2.


      ESPAÑOL

      • Vuelo en globo, cerámica práctica y entrada para bañarse en la Piscina de Cleopatra, todos opcionales.

      • Almuerzo en Konya, bebidas, cenas, propinas y gastos personales.

      • Seguro médico y de viaje.

      • Vuelos internacionales, noches adicionales fuera del programa y excursión opcional del casco antiguo de Estambul el día 2.

      Please note

        ENGLISH

        Arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on Day 1. The package ends with the Istanbul airport transfer on Day 10. Nine hotel nights: three Istanbul, two Kuşadası, two Antalya and two Cappadocia. Day 2 is a free day; the Old City guided excursion is an optional extra. The Day 7 road journey starts in Antalya and continues via Konya. Lunch in Konya is at your own expense.


        Prices are per person with two adults sharing a twin or queen room. Minimum two adults aged 12+ per reservation. Infants under two travel free without a separate flight seat or extra bed; ages 2–5 receive 50% discount and ages 6–11 receive 25% discount. Ages 12+ pay the adult rate. Book at least two days before departure. Automatic confirmation and full payment in one transaction. English or Spanish guiding is available; indicate your preference when booking. Maximum sightseeing group size: 15 guests. From 1 March through 31 October every year, prices increase by 10%. Hotels listed may be replaced by hotels of similar quality.


        Please provide arrival and departure flight details to arrange transfers. The two domestic flights include 15 kg baggage allowance. Exact flight and pickup times will be provided before departure. South Cappadocia involves a four-kilometre walk, uneven terrain and narrow underground passages; contact us before booking for accessibility assistance. Balloon flights are optional and depend on weather and operating approval.


        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.


        ESPAÑOL

        Llegada al aeropuerto de Estambul (IST) o Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) el día 1. Termina con el traslado al aeropuerto de Estambul el día 10. Nueve noches: tres en Estambul, dos en Kuşadası, dos en Antalya y dos en Capadocia. El día 2 es libre; la visita guiada del casco antiguo es opcional con suplemento. El día 7 sale de Antalya pasando por Konya. El almuerzo en Konya corre por su cuenta.


        Precio por persona con dos adultos compartiendo habitación con camas individuales o cama queen. Mínimo dos adultos de 12 años o más por reserva. Menores de dos años gratis sin asiento propio de avión ni cama adicional; de 2 a 5 años, 50% de descuento; de 6 a 11 años, 25% de descuento. Desde 12 años se aplica la tarifa de adulto. Reserve al menos dos días antes. Confirmación automática y pago completo en una sola transacción. Guía en inglés o español; indique su preferencia al reservar. Máximo 15 viajeros en las visitas. Aumento anual del 10% del 1 de marzo al 31 de octubre. Los hoteles pueden sustituirse por otros de categoría similar.


        Facilite los datos de vuelos de llegada y salida para organizar los traslados. Los dos vuelos internos incluyen 15 kg de equipaje. Horarios de vuelos y recepción facilitados antes de la salida. El sur de Capadocia incluye cuatro kilómetros a pie, terreno irregular y pasillos subterráneos estrechos; consulte si necesita asistencia. El globo es opcional y depende del tiempo y autorización operativa.


        La cancelación debe solicitarse por escrito por correo electrónico. Más de 7 días antes de la salida: reembolso completo, sin penalización. Con 7 días o menos, pero más de 2 días: penalización del 30% y reembolso del 70%. Con 2 días o menos o por no presentarse: penalización del 100%, sin reembolso.

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