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4-Day Cappadocia, Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul with Flights

4 days

Easy

Discover Cappadocia’s valleys, ancient Ephesus and Pamukkale’s terraces in four days from Istanbul, with domestic flights, three hotel nights and English or Spanish guiding.

ENGLISH — FOUR DAYS THROUGH CAPPADOCIA, EPHESUS & PAMUKKALE


Discover three of Turkey’s remarkable landscapes on a four-day journey from Istanbul. Explore Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys and underground heritage, walk through ancient Ephesus and admire Pamukkale’s white travertine terraces. Domestic flights, airport transfers, three hotel nights and guided sightseeing bring the route together. Guiding is available in English or Spanish.


DAY 1 — FLY TO CAPPADOCIA & DISCOVER THE NORTH


An early transfer takes you from your Istanbul hotel to the airport. Check in independently for your domestic flight; on arrival in Cappadocia, meet your driver and begin the northern route. Enjoy Göreme Panorama, the frescoed churches of Göreme Open-Air Museum, Ortahisar, the fairy chimneys of Paşabağ and the imaginative formations of Devrent Valley. After lunch, visit the Red River area and a pottery village to see local craftsmanship; participation in a workshop is optional. Finish with a scenic drive through Love Valley. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Cappadocia.


DAY 2 — SOUTHERN VALLEYS & CONNECTING FLIGHT TO IZMIR


An optional sunrise balloon flight is available at an extra charge, subject to weather and operating approval. After breakfast, pickup is between 9:30 and 10:00. Visit Uçhisar Castle and walk approximately four kilometres through the Red and Rose Valleys. Continue to Çavuşin, Kaymaklı Underground City, Pigeon Valley and the Three Beauties. Lunch is included. Transfer to the airport for a connecting flight to Izmir, then meet your driver for the hotel transfer. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in the Izmir/Kuşadası area.


DAY 3 — THE ANCIENT CITY OF EPHESUS


After breakfast, join your guided excursion to the Temple of Artemis and Ephesus. Discover the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, ancient baths, Great Theatre and old harbour area, then visit the House of the Virgin Mary. Enjoy lunch and return to your Kuşadası hotel, with free time afterwards. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Kuşadası.


DAY 4 — PAMUKKALE, HIERAPOLIS & RETURN TO ISTANBUL


After breakfast, pickup is scheduled between 7:30 and 8:00. Explore Pamukkale’s travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis. Swimming in Cleopatra’s Pool is optional and charged separately. Following lunch, transfer to the airport for your flight to Istanbul, where your driver meets you for the transfer to your hotel. Breakfast and lunch included. Accommodation in Istanbul is not included.


HOTELS & PRICES


Economical: Aura Cave / Garden Inn in Cappadocia and Istankoy / Sözer in Kuşadası, or similar. Base price EUR 945 per adult; seasonal price EUR 1,276.


Comfort: Kelebek Cave / Avilla Cave in Cappadocia and Ilayda Avantgarde / Efe Boutique in Kuşadası, or similar. Base price EUR 1,290 per adult; seasonal price EUR 1,419.


High-Class: Kayakapi Premium Caves / Yunak Evleri in Cappadocia and DoubleTree by Hilton / Charisma Deluxe in Kuşadası, or similar. Base price EUR 1,755 per adult; seasonal price EUR 1,930.50.


Prices are per person with two adults sharing a twin or queen room. Hotels may be replaced by properties of similar quality. The seasonal prices listed above apply from 1 March through 31 October every year. Maximum sightseeing group size: 15 guests.


BOOKING & PAYMENT


Each booking requires at least two adults aged 12 or above. 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. Confirmation is automatic and full payment is collected in one transaction.


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

    • Domestic flights for Istanbul–Cappadocia, Cappadocia–Izmir via a connection, and return to Istanbul, with the listed 15 kg baggage allowance.

    • Airport and hotel transfers described in the itinerary.

    • Three hotel nights in the selected category: one in Cappadocia and two in the Izmir/Kuşadası area, with breakfast. Twin or queen room shared by two adults.

    • Guided North and South Cappadocia, Ephesus and Pamukkale sightseeing.

    • Lunch on all four sightseeing days.

    • Entrance fees for the listed sights, excluding the optional Cleopatra Pool.

    • Professional English- or Spanish-speaking guide.

    ESPAÑOL

    • Vuelos nacionales Estambul–Capadocia, Capadocia–Izmir con conexión y regreso a Estambul, con la franquicia indicada de 15 kg de equipaje.

    • Traslados de aeropuerto y hotel descritos en el programa.

    • Tres noches de hotel: una en Capadocia y dos en la zona de Izmir/Kuşadası, con desayuno. Habitación compartida por dos adultos, con camas individuales o cama queen.

    • Visitas guiadas del norte y sur de Capadocia, Éfeso y Pamukkale.

    • Almuerzo durante los cuatro días de visitas.

    • Entradas a los lugares indicados, excepto la Piscina de Cleopatra opcional.

    • Guía profesional en inglés o español.

    Exclusions

      ENGLISH

      • Optional hot-air balloon flight and pottery workshop.

      • Optional swimming admission to Cleopatra’s Pool.

      • Drinks, dinners, tips and personal expenses.

      • Medical and travel insurance.

      • International flights and accommodation in Istanbul.

      ESPAÑOL

      • Vuelo en globo y taller de cerámica opcionales.

      • Entrada opcional para bañarse en la Piscina de Cleopatra.

      • Bebidas, cenas, propinas y gastos personales.

      • Seguro médico y de viaje.

      • Vuelos internacionales y alojamiento en Estambul.

      Please note

        ENGLISH

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

        Book at least two days before departure. Automatic confirmation and full payment in one transaction. Seasonal prices apply from 1 March to 31 October.

        English and Spanish guiding are available; choose your language when booking. Domestic baggage allowance: 15 kg. Self-check-in is required for the outbound flight. Flight and pickup details will be provided before departure. The Cappadocia–Izmir flight involves a connection.

        The southern Cappadocia route includes an approximately four-kilometre walk. Archaeological sites and terraces have uneven surfaces. Contact us before booking if you require accessibility assistance.

        Balloon flights are optional, cost extra and depend on weather and operating approval. Cleopatra Pool swimming and the pottery workshop are optional extras. Hotels may be replaced by similar-quality properties. Three nights are included; Istanbul accommodation is excluded.

        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

        Reserva mínima: dos adultos de 12 años o más. Precio por persona con dos adultos compartiendo habitación con camas individuales o cama queen. Menores de dos años gratis sin asiento de avión ni cama adicional; las tarifas infantiles se muestran al reservar.

        Reserve al menos dos días antes de la salida. Confirmación automática y pago completo en una sola transacción. Las tarifas de temporada se aplican del 1 de marzo al 31 de octubre.

        Guía en inglés o español; seleccione su idioma al reservar. Equipaje nacional: 15 kg. Facturación del vuelo de salida por su cuenta. Los horarios se facilitarán antes de viajar. El vuelo Capadocia–Izmir incluye una conexión.

        La ruta del sur de Capadocia incluye una caminata de unos cuatro kilómetros. Los yacimientos y terrazas presentan superficies irregulares. Consulte antes de reservar si necesita asistencia de accesibilidad.

        El globo es opcional, con suplemento y sujeto al tiempo y autorización operativa. La Piscina de Cleopatra y el taller de cerámica se pagan aparte. Los hoteles pueden sustituirse por otros similares. Incluye tres noches; alojamiento en Estambul excluido.

        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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