2-Day Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul with Flights

Fly from Istanbul to explore Ephesus and Pamukkale, with one night in Kuşadası, domestic flights, transfers, lunches and English or Spanish guiding.

ENGLISH — TWO DAYS OF ANCIENT CITIES & NATURAL WONDERS

Travel from Istanbul to the Aegean coast for an unforgettable combination of Ephesus and Pamukkale. Walk along the marble streets of a great Roman city, spend a night in Kuşadası and discover the white travertine terraces and ancient ruins of Hierapolis. Domestic flights, the listed transfers, guided sightseeing and one hotel night with breakfast are included. Choose an English- or Spanish-speaking guide.

DAY 1 — ISTANBUL, EPHESUS & KUŞADASI

An early pickup from your Istanbul hotel takes you to the airport for your flight to Izmir. Check in independently with your passport. Meet your driver on arrival and begin your guided exploration of Ephesus. See the remains of the Temple of Artemis, then discover the ancient city’s marble streets, the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian and the Great Theatre. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and visit the House of the Virgin Mary. Transfer to your selected hotel in Kuşadası, where the evening is free. Lunch included; overnight in Kuşadası.

DAY 2 — PAMUKKALE, HIERAPOLIS & RETURN TO ISTANBUL

After breakfast, pickup is scheduled between 7:30 and 8:00 AM for the journey to Pamukkale. Discover its dazzling white travertines and thermal landscape, then explore the ancient city of Hierapolis and its necropolis with your guide. Entry to Cleopatra’s Pool is an optional extra. After lunch, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Istanbul, followed by a transfer to your Istanbul hotel. Breakfast and lunch included. Istanbul accommodation is not included.

HOTELS & PRICES PER ADULT

Economical: Istankoy / Sözer or similar — EUR 485; seasonal EUR 730.

Comfort: Ilayda Avantgarde / Carina / Efe Boutique or similar — EUR 575; seasonal EUR 738.

High-Class: DoubleTree by Hilton / Charisma Deluxe / La Vista or similar — EUR 815; seasonal EUR 896.50.

The package includes one night in Kuşadası with breakfast. Prices are per person, based on two adults sharing a twin or queen room. Hotels may be replaced by accommodation of similar quality. The seasonal prices listed above apply from 1 March to 31 October every year. Maximum sightseeing group size: 15 guests.

BOOKING & CANCELLATION

At least two adults aged 12 or over are required per reservation. Infants under two travel free without a separate flight seat or extra bed. Child prices for ages 2–5 and 6–11 are shown for the selected date during booking. Book at least two days before departure. Automatic confirmation; full payment in one transaction. 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.

TRAVELLER REVIEWS

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What's included?

ENGLISH — INCLUDED

• One hotel night in Kuşadası in the selected category, with breakfast.

• Domestic flights from Istanbul to Izmir and back to Istanbul, with 15 kg baggage allowance.

• Airport transfers and transportation described in the itinerary.

• Guided Ephesus and Pamukkale–Hierapolis sightseeing with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide.

• Lunch on both sightseeing days; vegetarian, vegan and halal options available.

• Entrance fees to the sights and museums listed in the included itinerary. Cleopatra’s Pool is excluded.

ESPAÑOL — INCLUIDO

• Una noche de hotel en Kuşadası en la categoría elegida, con desayuno.

• Vuelos nacionales de Estambul a Izmir y de regreso a Estambul, con 15 kg de equipaje.

• Traslados al aeropuerto y transporte indicados en el programa.

• Visitas guiadas a Éfeso y Pamukkale–Hierápolis con guía en inglés o español.

• Almuerzo durante ambos días de visitas; opciones vegetarianas, veganas y halal disponibles.

• Entradas a los lugares y museos incluidos en el programa. La Piscina de Cleopatra no está incluida.

Exclusions

ENGLISH — NOT INCLUDED

• Drinks at lunch and dinners.

• Medical or travel insurance.

• Tips and personal expenses.

• Entry to Cleopatra’s Pool (optional, extra charge).

• International flights and Istanbul hotel accommodation.

ESPAÑOL — NO INCLUIDO

• Bebidas durante el almuerzo y cenas.

• Seguro médico o de viaje.

• Propinas y gastos personales.

• Entrada a la Piscina de Cleopatra (opcional, con suplemento).

• Vuelos internacionales y alojamiento en Estambul.

Please note

ENGLISH — BEFORE YOU BOOK

Minimum reservation: two adults aged 12 or over. Prices are per person in a shared twin or queen room. Infants under two are free without a separate flight seat or extra bed; child prices are shown during booking.

Reservations close two days before departure. Daily, year-round operation; automatic confirmation and full payment in one transaction.

English and Spanish guiding are available. Select your preferred language when booking.

Domestic flight baggage allowance: 15 kg. Self-check-in is required for the outbound flight. Exact flight details and hotel pickup time are provided before departure.

This tour involves walking on uneven ancient streets and travertine surfaces. Wear comfortable shoes and contact us before booking if you require accessibility assistance.

One hotel night in Kuşadası is included; Istanbul accommodation is excluded. Listed hotels may be replaced by accommodation of similar quality. Cleopatra’s Pool entry is optional and costs extra.

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 — ANTES DE RESERVAR

Reserva mínima: dos adultos de 12 años o más. Precios por persona en habitación compartida con dos camas individuales o cama queen. Los menores de dos años viajan gratis, sin asiento de avión ni cama adicional; las tarifas infantiles se muestran al reservar.

Reserve con al menos dos días de antelación. Salidas diarias durante todo el año; confirmación automática y pago completo en una sola transacción.

Guías en inglés y español. Seleccione su idioma preferido al reservar.

Equipaje en vuelos nacionales: 15 kg. La facturación del vuelo de ida se realiza por su cuenta. Le informaremos del vuelo y de la hora de recogida antes de la salida.

El recorrido incluye caminatas por calles antiguas y superficies de travertino irregulares. Lleve calzado cómodo y consulte antes de reservar si necesita asistencia de accesibilidad.

Se incluye una noche en Kuşadası; el alojamiento en Estambul no está incluido. Los hoteles pueden sustituirse por otros de calidad similar. La entrada a la Piscina de Cleopatra es opcional y se paga aparte.

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.