North Cappadocia

Devrent Valley - Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from your Istanbul hotel for a flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, our driver will greet you at the airport and transfer you to the tour’s starting point.

The first destination is Devrent Valley, also known as Imaginary or Pink Valley. This area is renowned for its red-colored, lunar-like landscape filled with unusual rock formations. Your guide will explain how these volcanic formations have evolved over time.

Pasabag - The next stop is Monks’ Valley, also known as Pasabag. Named after the monks who lived here in the 4th century AD, this area features fascinating mushroom-shaped pinnacles. After exploring Pasabag, we’ll head to a local restaurant to enjoy a delicious Turkish lunch.

Avanos - Our journey continues to the town of Avanos, famous for its pottery. Here, you can participate in a pottery workshop and even try your hand at creating your own piece.

Pigeon Valley - Next, we’ll visit Pigeon Valley (Guvercinlik), where you can explore handcrafted caves, tunnels, and natural cliffs. Some of the fairy chimneys here reach up to 130 feet.

Uchisar - Our next stop is Uchisar Hill, also known as Landlord’s Castle. This site offers not only impressive cut-rock caves but also breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Goreme National Park - The best views of Goreme Valley are from Esentepe, where you can take panoramic photos of the area’s unique geological formations. The final stop of the tour is the Goreme Open-Air Museum, where you’ll see cave churches adorned with incredible frescoes, created between the 10th and 12th centuries AD. After the tour, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia for an overnight stay.

South Cappadocia

Goreme Panorama - After being picked up from your hotel by your guide, we’ll head to Goreme Panorama, offering a breathtaking view of Goreme town and its magnificent cave houses.

Red Valley - Next, we’ll commence a picturesque hike through the stunning Red/Rose Valley, covering approximately 4 km and lasting just over an hour. Along the trail, you’ll encounter enchanting fairy-chimneys, quaint local farms, charming pigeon houses, and ancient cave chapels. Throughout the hike, your guide will provide insightful commentary on the rich history and remarkable geological formations of Cappadocia, enriching your experience with fascinating knowledge.

Cavusin - At the conclusion of the hike, we’ll make a brief stop at Cavusin Old Greek Village. Explore the local life and rock carved churces.

Love Valley - Afterward, we’ll drive to Love Valley, where you’ll have the opportunity to capture stunning photographs of the pillar-shaped rock formations that characterize Cappadocia.

Kaymakli Underground City - Following lunch, our next destination is the carved Kaymakli Underground City, historically utilized by early Christians as a sanctuary to evade their adversaries.

Pigeon Valley - Next, we’ll pause to take in the breathtaking vista of Pigeon Valley, renowned for its awe-inspiring beauty and intriguing history of carved pigeon houses. Your guide will provide fascinating insights into the significance of these unique structures and their role in the region’s cultural heritage. At the end of the tour, we will drive you to airport for your flight to Istanbul. We will meet you at Istanbul airport and drive you to your hotel.

Transfer from Cappadocia to Kusadasi

Cappadocia - After you have your breakfast in your hotel in Cappadocia, you’ll be picked up to take your flight to Izmir. When you arrive, you’ll be transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi. After you check in and leave your belongings to the hotel, you will be free to roam Kusadasi. You’ll spend the night in Kusadasi.

Ephesus Tour

Ancient City of Ephesus - Ephesus Ancient City is one of the Must-Visit Attractions in Turkey because it is a famous ancient city with it’s well-preserved ruins. It is located in Selcuk city. It was one of the most important harbor cities in antique world with its 250.000 population. Ephesus was one of the Seven Churches of Asia to which the Revelation to John was addressed.

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.

Pamukkale

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 Antalya at the end of the tour. Check into your hotel and overnight in Antalya.

Antalya

Perge Ancient City - After you have your breakfast at the hotel, Antalya tour will begin. You will visit Perge, Aspendos and Kursunlu Waterfalls. First destination of the tour is the ancient city of Perge. Perge is one of the largest antique cities in Pamphylia region (also the capital of Pamphylia). The Roman Baths, Agora, Colonaded Street, Nympharium and The Stadium are the spots to visit in Perge.

Aspendos Ruins - Next is the Ancient Theater of Aspendos. Build in 2nd century A.D. and still used for festivals and concerts, Aspendos Theater is one of the best preserved structures in the region.

Side Antik Kenti - After the lunch in a local restaurant, next stop is the ancient port of Side (pronounced Seeda). The Theater, Roman Baths and The Temple of Apollo are the places to visit in Side.

Kursunlu Waterfalls - You’ll have some free time after Side and on the way back you will visit a beauty of nature Kursunlu Waterfalls. You will spend the night at your hotel in Antalya.

Antalya

Antalya - On the seventh day of the tour, you are free to spend your day in Antalya. You’ll spend the night in Antalya.

Transfer from Antalya to Istanbul

Antalya - Breakfast at the hotel. After you check out from the hotel, you’ll be transferred to Antalya Airport to take your flight to Istanbul. You’ll be picked up from the airport in Istanbul and after your arrival to your hotel, the tour ends.

• The tour program can be customized to your like. Contact us if you have any further questions.

• Entrance fees to sites and museums
• All transportation
• 7 nights accommodation in 4* hotels
• Professional tour guide
• All transfers with air-conditioned comfortable vehicles

• Lunch and Dinner
• Personal expenses and tips
• Entrance fee to the Terrace Houses in Ephesus, Cleopatra Antique Swimming Pool in Pamukkale
• Domestic flight tickets

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