Ephesus and Pamukkale Tours 2 Days 1 Night from Istanbul by plane

Istanbul, Turkey
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Explore Ephesus and Pamukkale on this overnight tour from Istanbul, including all flights and transportation. Traveling with a small group of just 10-15 people or fewer means you'll get personalized attention from your guide as you learn about the ancient history of these sites. Your guide will lead tours of each UNESCO World Heritage Site and be available to answer any questions. Accommodations, transfers, and some meals are included.

Flights from Denizli(Pamukkale) to Istanbul; flights from Istanbul to Ephesus

One breakfast and two lunches included

All transportation provided Entrances to sites

and museums included

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Pick up from hotel and flight Istanbul to Izmir by plane and Ephesus tour

Stop At: Istanbul, Istanbul
Around 04:00 - 04:45 am our team is going to pick you up from your Istanbul Hotel, then transfer to the airport for your flight to Izmir(Ephesus). When you arrive to the Istanbul Airport you will make your self-check-in with the informations provided to you after you book this package and take your flight. Upon arrival to Izmir Airport, our team will welcome you and transfer to the tour zone.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), Sultaniye Mahallesi, Selcuk 35100 Turkiye
House of the Virgin Mary where mother of Jesus Christ spent her final years. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967, and 'unofficially' confirmed its authenticity. Pope John Paul II also visited the shrine in 1979. Pope Benedict XVI visited this shrine in 2006. While their visiting, they gave some gifts for this shrine what you can see during your visit.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye
UNESCO listed place Ancient City of Ephesus that is one of the best well-kept Greco- Roman ancient city in the world, famous with Odeon where the music concerts were organized; Domitian Temple that is one of the first temple dedicated for a human; Celsus Library which was the third biggest library in the ancient time; Amphitheatre where is one of the biggest amphitheater in the world with 25.000 people capacity and St. Paul preached to Ephesians; Marble Street; Roman Baths ; Fountains; Temples; Agora; Love House; Public Toilets and more...
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: The Temple of Artemis, Ataturk, Park Ici Yolu No:12, Selcuk Turkiye
Artemis was the Greek goddess, the virginal huntress and twin of Apollo, who replaced the Titan Selene as Goddess of the Moon. The ancient temple was built around 650 BC to the cult of Artemis, was constructed on a site already sacred to the Anatolian Mother Goddess,Cybele. The temple was financed by the wealthy king of Lydia and marshy ground was selected for the building site as a precaution against future earthquakes.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast
During the day, you will also have a chance to get a demonstration of local handicrafts where you will be given educational information. At the end of the day around 15:30 - 16:30, you will be transferred to your Hotel and stay-overnight in Kusadasi Town.

Meals included:

Accommodation included: This day includes staying in a Hotel at Kusadasi Town.

İlayda Hotel or Risus Garden Hotel

Day 2: Pamukkale Terraces & Hierapolis Ancient City Tour

Stop At: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast
Breakfast at the hotel and departure around 08:00 – 08:30 and drive 3 hrs for a full-day tour of Pamukkale & Hierapolis.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Pamukkale Thermal Pools, Pamukkale Turkiye
Cappadocia and Pamukkale are the only places that look for surrealist sites which are not from this world. Today, we will visit Pamukkale which means “cotton castle” in Turkish, and it is a natural site containing hot springs and travertines; terraces of mineral carbonates left by the water flowing with its temperate climate throughout the years. After your guide completed giving the information, you will have free time (1 to 2 hours) to take your time in the terraces of Pamukkale with swimming in the Natural Springs or with exploring the Ancient Ruins of Hierapolis City.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Hierapolis & Pamukkale, Pamukkale 20280 Turkiye
We will also visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The natural sources have been used as a spa since the 2nd century BC, and people came to get some cure. In the Hierapolis Ancient City you will have chance to explore; Gymnasium, Theatre, Hierapolis City Museum, Apollon Temple and many others...
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Cleopatra Pools, Pamukkale Turkiye
Cleopatra/Antique Pools is a unique place with natural springs and ancient pillars in it. You will have free time to swim in this place. There is an additional cost of 50 Turkish Lira (around 7.5 EUR) to swim in this place which is charged by the facility.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Denizli, Denizli
At the end of the tour around 15:30 – 16:30 we will make our way to Airport for an hour drive and you will have your flight back to Istanbul. When you arrive to Istanbul Airport, our team will be waiting for you at the exit gate of the domestic terminal with holding a sign in which your name is written. After meeting, transfer back to your Hotel in Istanbul. End of our service, hope to see you again!
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:


No accommodation included on this day.

Offerings

Book by April 12 to save 5% off our previously offered price!

Inclusions

  • 1 Night Accommodation
  • Professional Licensed Guides
  • Flights from Istanbul to Izmir(Ephesus)
  • Flights from Denizli(Pamukkale) to Istanbul
  • All Airport Transfers
  • Enterance Fees to the Museums mentioned in the itinerary
  • 2x Lunch
  • Accommodation included: 1 night
  • 1x Breakfast
  • Entry/Admission - Pamukkale Thermal Pools
  • Entry/Admission - The Temple of Artemis
  • Entry/Admission - Hierapolis & Pamukkale
  • Entry/Admission - Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
  • Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Ephesus

Exclusions

  • Drinks during Lunch (if preferred)
  • Personal Expenses
  • Gratuities
  • Cleopatra Pools - 50 Turkish Lira (around 7.5 EUR) to swim in this place

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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