3-day Istanbul Tour: Discover Ephesus, Pamukkale, Priene, Miletus, and Didyma
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İstanbul

Expert team featuring a Certified Tour Guide and seasoned drivers, Modern vehicles with Air Conditioning, timely pick ups. Intimate group tours (maximum 10 participants)

Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Ephesus - Kusadasi

Ancient City of Ephesus - • 05:00 Pick you up from hotel in Istanbul and transfer to airport.
• 07:00 Flight to Izmir Airport.
• 08:05 Arrival to Izmir, meet with driver and drive to Ephesus/Selcuk.
• 09:00 Arrival to Ephesus
In Ephesus we will see Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, The Fountain of Trajan and The Theater.

Ephesus Terrace Houses - These are exclusive residences situated on the slopes opposite the Temple of Hadrian along Curetes Street. Commonly known as the “rich houses,” they were uncovered during recent excavations. The houses near Curetes Street feature colonnaded porticoes, while step streets connected directly to the house entrances. We will stop at Terrace Houses and explore the Houses of Rich Ephesians.

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - The House of Virgin Mary is a Catholic and Muslim shrine located in Bülbüldağı, located in the vicinity of Ephesus. This sacred place was awarded to the visit of various popes and the Patriarchate Blessing.

The Temple of Artemis - Temple of Artemis, also known as the Temple of Diana. Only one or two pieces of marble remain from the temple, which is considered one of the seven wonders of the world.
After the tour you will be taken to your hotel to spend the night in Kusadasi.

Prienne, Miletus, Didyma - Kusadasi

Priene Antik Kenti - 09:00 After your breakfast in the hotel we will pick you up from hotel and drive to Priene Ancient City. We will visit The Theater, The Temple of Athena, Bouleuterion, Agora and Altar of Zeus and The Temple of Cybele.

Miletus - Then we will drive to Miletus Ancient City. We will visit Delphinium, Nymphanion, The Theater and The Faustina Baths.

Didim - After Miletus, we will have lunch and drive to Didyma Ancient City. We will visit The Temple of Apollon.
At the end of the tour you will be taken to your hotel to spend the night in Kusadasi.

Pamukkale - Denizli

Hierapolis - Arrival to Pamukkale after lunch. We will visit Hierapolis and see Necropolis, Roman Bahts, Domitian Gate, Latrina, Oil Factory, Frontinious Street, Agora, Byzantium Gate, Triton Fountain, Cathedral, Apollon Temple, Plutonium and Theater.

Hierapolis Arkeoloji Muzesi - The Archaeological Museum of Hierapolis can be found within the Ancient City of Hierapolis, encompassing structures like the Ancient Roman Bath, Gymnasium, and library. Our visit to the Hierapolis Museum is the perfect finale to our journey through the history of this ancient city.

Cleopatra Pools - Above Pamukkale’s white travertine pools, the Antique Pool awaits. Fed by the same thermal springs, it’s where Cleopatra once bathed. This modern spa facility allows you to enjoy these historical healing waters. The Antique Pool is a Roman ruin today, but no less impressive. Immerse yourself, navigate around fallen columns and Roman artifacts, and relish the therapeutic waters. Pose for photos while balancing on submerged temple stones.

Pamukkale Thermal Pools - Pamukkale, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is famed for its striking white calcium cascades and hot springs, making it one of Turkey’s top Instagram-worthy destinations. The name ‘Pamukkale’ translates to ‘cotton castle’ in Turkish. These healing hot springs once served as a pagan cult center in ancient times. The terraces, shaped by mineral-rich running water, continue to evolve over thousands of years. Today, Pamukkale’s pristine beauty remains well-preserved. Immerse yourself in the soothing hot springs, unwind, and capture stunning photos of this natural wonder.
Transfer to Denizli Cardak Airport after the tour to take the flight to Istanbul in the evening. Arrival to Istanbul transfer to hotel. (Flight duration 1 hour)

What's Included
  • Entrance fees to all significant sites and museums included
  • Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Enjoy a delightful lunch during the tour
  • Convenient pick up and drop off at your hotel
  • All transportation provided for seamless travel
  • Learn from an experienced professional tour guide
  • Stay in charming local hotels with accommodations covered
What's Not Included
  • Dinner and drinks
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Entrance fee to the Terrace Houses in Ephesus, Cleopatra Antique Swimming Pool in Pamukkale
  • Domestic Flight Tickets
Location
İstanbul
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Dreamer63259244229
Apr 11, 2024
Just great but too short… I definitely need to come back ! - Güfte and her husband are just great tour guides… very acknowledgeable… You will learn many words of Turkish if you are motivated to understand this difficult language … They will share with you there love and passion for their region and its wonders…
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Bethanypt5755cr
Jul 9, 2023
Information and interesting - Seeing the history and culture of Selçuk. Güfte is a great tour guide and gave us lots of information.
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Mathtraveler777
Mar 4, 2023
Beautiful trip ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Truly a fantastic trip. Gufte was wonderful and I got to see so many amazing things. Her knowledge and friendliness were lovely. And on my 3 day tour, I felt like I know this part of Turkey 🇹🇷 so much better. Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.
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Trailblazer194575
May 8, 2022
Can’t recommend Puerto highly enough - Exceptionally friendly, efficient and reliable, both advance communication and for the tour days themselves. Deeply knowledgeable and professional guides, inspiring in their passion for the history of the area. Ephesus is great but Aphrodisias is on a different level again and it’s one decision you will not regret! Also worth mentioning this is a woman-owned business in what appears to be a very male-dominated sector, very much something to celebrate and support. You won’t be disappointed if you use this company!
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Pacobp101
Apr 28, 2022
Professional, first level service - Excellent service, great drivers, always on time, professional and kind. Pamukkale was an excellent visit beyond our expectations.
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Cgandalf1967
Apr 18, 2021
Highly recommended tour with Mrs. Gufte - We just finished up today a private tour with Mrs. Gufte and it was wonderful. First day we did Ephesus and many surrounding sites and Mrs. Gufte was so nice and knowledgeable. Second day we did Priene/Miletus/Didyma (and so much more). The third day we drove to Pamukkale and saw all the sights there. There is so much more that I could write about the many special and unique things we also saw with this tour, and the wonderful food and company to really have a chance to talk to a local person and get to know her (and her nice husband). She even invited us to her home and had tea. A wonderful tour, with a special person. Please use them for any private tours in the area and you won't be disappointed--truly a special trip.
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Jjane9
Jul 11, 2023
Very good private tour - We enjoyed the 3 days in Ephesus and Pamukkale. Guffte is a knowledgeable guide, who packed a lot into our tour. We were able to modify the tour according to our likes, which was great for us. Transportation was also excellent and everything was done on time and in a professional manner.
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