Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul
Today marks the commencement of your time-traveling journey. Upon arrival at Istanbul International Airport, you will be promptly picked up and transferred to your hotel for your initial overnight stay, ensuring you are well-rested for tomorrow's exploration.
Day 2 – Byzantine and Ottoman Relics Tour, Overnight in Istanbul
At 08:30, your hotel pick-up will usher in a day of exploration, beginning with the awe-inspiring St. Hagia Sophia. This Byzantine masterpiece boasts magnificent artistic value, adorned with mosaics, marble pillars, and vibrant coverings. Adjacent is the Blue Mosque, recognized for its grand scale and six minarets. The day unfolds with visits to the Ancient Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace (closed on Tuesdays), and the exotic Grand Bazaar (closed on Sundays and Eid Holidays). The tour concludes at 18:00, followed by a transfer back to your hotel. (Breakfast and Lunch Included)
Day 3 – Flight to Cappadocia, Overnight in Cappadocia
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Istanbul airport for a morning flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival, proceed to your Cappadocian hotel, taking a moment to refresh before exploring Devrent Valley, Pasabag (Monk’s Valley), Avanos, and the Goreme Open Air Museum. The day concludes at 17:00, with an evening return to your hotel. (Breakfast and Lunch Included)
Day 4 – Cappadocia Tour and Flight to Izmir, Overnight in Kusadasi
Explore Red Valley, Rose Valley, Cavusin, Pigeon Valley, Ozkonak Underground City, and Ortahisar Castle. After the Cappadocian adventure, transfer to Kayseri airport for a flight to Izmir. On arrival, a transfer service will take you to your hotel in Kusadasi. (Breakfast and Lunch Included)
Optional: Hot air Balloon tour
Day 5 – Hierapolis and Pamukkale Tour, Overnight in Kusadasi
Depart for Pamukkale in the early morning, exploring Hierapolis, Roman Bath, Domitian Gate, Main Street, Byzantian Gate, and the natural warm water terraces. A swim in the Sacred Pool offers a relaxing experience. Return to Kusadasi for the night. (Breakfast and Lunch Included)
Day 6 – Ephesus Tour and Flight to Istanbul, Overnight in Istanbul
Check out from your Kusadasi hotel after breakfast. A full-day Ephesus tour includes visits to The House of the Virgin Mary, the Ancient City of Ephesus, the Odeon, the Fountain of Trajan, the Grand Theater, and the Temple of Artemis. Conclude the tour with a visit to the Mosque of Isa Bey. After the tour, transfer to Izmir airport for a flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival, a transfer service will take you to your hotel. (Breakfast and Lunch Included)
Day 7 – Transfer to Airport, Flight Back Home
Check out before noon, and a transfer service will take you to Istanbul airport in accordance with your flight time. We trust your exploration of Turkey's hidden treasures has been enriching and wish you a pleasant journey home. We look forward to welcoming you again on one of our many other time-traveling packages.
PS: Hotel check-in is usually at noon; if your room is not ready (in case of early check-in), please leave your suitcases at reception. (Breakfast Included)
No extra hidden cost..!
What’s Included
All mentioned transfers in the program (some regular, some private).
All mentioned tours in the program include transportation with air-conditioned buses, guidance (in English), and entrance fees (Regular local tours).
(You can ask for other language options for groups).
All meals as described in the itinerary as B Breakfast, L Lunch.
All local taxes.
6 nights accommodation in 3,4 or 5-star hotels according to your choice.
What’s Not Included
Tips (optional).
International flight tickets.
Flight tickets from Istanbul to Cappadocia /Cappadocia to Izmir/ Izmir to Istanbul. (Will be calculated after the booking).
Drinks with meals (except the drinks served at breakfast).
Travel insurance.
Visa (if needed).
Personal expenses.
No extra hidden cost!
Mrs Emma Burrows 2019-01-07
Firstly wanted to say that overall our whole Istanbul - Cappadocia - Ephesus & Pamukkale package tour was excellent from the very start i would even say even from the very first point of contacting with www.greeceturkeytours.com and speaking to mehmet. On our first day we arrived into the city great city of Istanbul and our arranged driver was awaiting us ready to take us to our first hotel stay, the hotel wasnt far from the airport and was also in a great central location which was perfect for us. Second day of our Istanbul Cappadocia Ephesus & Pamukkale package tour we got to meet our tour guide Yeliz and she told us that she would be guiding all of our tours throughout our trip which was very comforting to know as she also gave us her personal number to reach shall we need anything at all, our first tour of Istanbul we got to see many great highlights of the city with my favourite been the Blu Mosque due to its astounding decor. Third day we caught an internal flight over to Cappadocia and while here we got to see all of its beautiful natural made fairy chimneys and valleys, best part of this tour has to be the kaymakli underground city oh and of course the additional tour we booked which was the hot air balloon tour - it is MUST ! On our fourth day we flew from Cappadocia to Izmir and onto the resort of Kusadasi where we had the evening free to own lesiure so we went out and about to explore what we could find and we fell in love with Pigeon Island here with its mini castle which inside holds the remains of a whale that was recovered in 1997. Day 5 we got to explore all of Pamukkale with its heavenly Cleopatras pool - so relaxing to sit amongst bubbling natura thermal waters! Day 6 was a day to remember for sure as we was discovering the Ancient city of Ephesus, and you always hear stories about how amazing it is but i have to say it is ten times better than peoples stories - the whole place is incredible and to think that they are still doing excavation work is mind blowing! Day 7 was our last day of Istanbul Cappadocia Ephesus & Pamukkale package tour so this day is where we sat back and thought about the whole 7 days, and we were thoroughly impressed by the whole package, hotels were excellent, tours were absolutely incredible and even more so by having the best tour guide i have ever met - great knowledge / friendly and very energtic to say the least. I would not hesitate to book another tour with mehmet from www.greeceturkeytours.com again thats for sure.Mr Brian Nelson & Mrs Kath Nelson 2019-02-11
My family and me did the 7 day Istanbul Cappadocia Ephesus & Pamukkale package tour during the summer holidays that we had arranged and booked through www.greeceturkeytours.com. We all had a fantastic time and all of that was made possible by Mehmet who sorted out our whole trip from start to end, Mehmet was available to reach all the time if we had any questions or concerns during our stay on the Istanbul Cappadocia Ephesus & Pamukkale package tour which was ver handy to know. All aspects of the package tour were handled excellently and everything flowed perfectly for the whole duration of our trip. Our tour guides Fezo & Burak were hands down fantastic and very knowledgable, and could answer any questions that were thrown at them - definitely wouldnt be the same without these 2! The sites on our Istanbul Cappadocia Ephesus & Pamukkale package tour were all amazing to explore, food was perfect and as for the people they couldnt of been more hospitable. Go see Turkey and when you do be sure you book with www.greeceturkeytours.com and you will have the best time ever just like we did.Mr Gareth Wilson & Family 2019-01-14
I chose www.greeceturkeytours.com following the amount of positive reviews i had heard and seen about their package tours and also daily tours they offer. After talking with mehmet i decided to book a place on their Istanbul Cappadocia Ephesus & Pamukkale packge tour. Having had first hand experience i would say it is very easy to see why people love this agency so much and are highly recommended by many. My Istanbul Cappadocia Ephesus & Pamukkale Package tour really did surpass my expectations in all ways such as transfers - accomodation and of course their wonderful tours! The tour guide during my Istanbul Cappadocia Ephesus & Pamukkale package tour was outstanding in knowledge and enthusiasim that you know they have great passion for their job. 10 out of 10 from me and my family with no questions asked.