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4-Day Cappadocia, Pamukkale & Ephesus Tour by Plane and Bus

4 days

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Discover Cappadocia, Pamukkale and Ephesus in four days, with two flights, an overnight intercity bus, two hotel nights and English or Spanish guiding.

ENGLISH — CAPPADOCIA, PAMUKKALE & EPHESUS BY PLANE AND BUS


Travel from Istanbul to Cappadocia’s valleys and cave heritage, continue overnight by intercity bus to Pamukkale, and discover Ephesus before flying back to Istanbul. Four sightseeing days combine two domestic flights, two hotel nights and one night on the bus, with English or Spanish guiding.





Day 1 — Flight & Northern Cappadocia


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 Cappadocia & Overnight Bus


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, walk approximately four kilometres through the Red and Rose Valleys, and explore Çavuşin, Kaymaklı Underground City, Pigeon Valley and the Three Beauties. After lunch and sightseeing, transfer to the local bus station for the intercity overnight bus to Pamukkale, approximately ten hours. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight on the bus; no hotel night is included tonight.





Day 3 — Pamukkale & Kuşadası


After breakfast, pickup is between 7:30 and 8:00 for your guided Pamukkale–Hierapolis visit. Discover the white travertine terraces and the ancient city’s thermal heritage. Swimming in Cleopatra’s Pool is optional and charged separately. After lunch, transfer to your hotel in Kuşadası and enjoy the remaining time at leisure. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Kuşadası.





Day 4 — Ephesus & Return to Istanbul


After breakfast, meet your guide for the Temple of Artemis and the ancient city of Ephesus. Explore the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, ancient baths, theatre and old harbour area, then visit the House of the Virgin Mary. Enjoy lunch at a restaurant, then transfer to Izmir Airport for your flight to Istanbul. On arrival, meet your driver for the transfer to your hotel, where the tour ends. 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 EUR 880 per adult; seasonal EUR 968.


Comfort: Kelebek Cave / Avilla Cave in Cappadocia and Ilayda Avantgarde / Efe Boutique in Kuşadası, or similar. Base EUR 990 per adult; seasonal EUR 1089.


Two hotel nights with breakfast: one in Cappadocia and one in Kuşadası. The middle night is on the intercity bus to Pamukkale, approximately ten hours. Prices are per person with two adults sharing a twin or queen room. Annual 10% increase from 1 March through 31 October. Sightseeing groups have at most 15 guests.





BOOKING & PAYMENT


At least two adults aged 12+ per reservation. Infants under two travel free without a separate flight seat or extra bed; ages 2–5 receive a 50% discount; ages 6–11 receive a 25% discount. Book at least two days in advance. Automatic confirmation and full payment 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

    • Two hotel nights with breakfast: one in Cappadocia and one in Kuşadası, in your chosen category or similar.

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

    • Overnight intercity bus from Cappadocia to Pamukkale, approximately ten hours, and the listed bus station, airport and hotel transfers.

    • Four guided sightseeing days: Northern and Southern Cappadocia, Pamukkale–Hierapolis and Ephesus, with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide.

    • Lunch on all four sightseeing days, with vegetarian, vegan and halal options available.

    • Entrance fees to the listed sights and museums, excluding optional Cleopatra Pool swimming.


    ESPAÑOL

    • Dos noches de hotel con desayuno: una en Capadocia y una en Kuşadası, en la categoría elegida o similar.

    • Vuelos nacionales Estambul–Capadocia e Izmir–Estambul, con 15 kg de equipaje.

    • Autobús interurbano nocturno de Capadocia a Pamukkale, unas diez horas, y los traslados indicados de estación, aeropuerto y hotel.

    • Cuatro días de visitas guiadas: norte y sur de Capadocia, Pamukkale–Hierápolis y Éfeso, con guía en inglés o español.

    • Almuerzo en los cuatro días de visitas, con opciones vegetarianas, veganas y halal.

    • Entradas a los lugares y museos indicados, excepto el baño opcional en la Piscina de Cleopatra.

    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

        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.


        Four sightseeing days include two domestic flights (Istanbul–Cappadocia and Izmir–Istanbul), one overnight intercity bus journey from Cappadocia to Pamukkale (approximately ten hours), and two hotel nights: one in Cappadocia and one in Kuşadası. Istanbul accommodation is excluded. Domestic flight baggage allowance: 15 kg. Check in independently for your outbound flight; flight and pickup details are provided before departure. The South Cappadocia route includes an approximately four-kilometre walk. Archaeological sites and travertine terraces have uneven surfaces. Optional balloon flights, pottery workshops and Cleopatra Pool swimming cost extra; balloon flights 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

        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.


        Cuatro días de visitas incluyen dos vuelos nacionales (Estambul–Capadocia e Izmir–Estambul), un autobús interurbano nocturno de Capadocia a Pamukkale (aproximadamente diez horas) y dos noches de hotel: una en Capadocia y una en Kuşadası. Alojamiento en Estambul excluido. Equipaje nacional: 15 kg. Realice por su cuenta la facturación del vuelo de salida; los detalles de vuelos y recogidas se facilitarán antes de viajar. La ruta del sur de Capadocia incluye una caminata de aproximadamente cuatro kilómetros. Los yacimientos y las terrazas presentan superficies irregulares. El globo, los talleres de cerámica y la Piscina de Cleopatra son opcionales y tienen suplemento; los vuelos en globo dependen del tiempo y de la 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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