Departure from Istanbul or Antalya or Bodrum to Pamukkale - Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour - Overnight at Kusadasi

Istanbul - Your journey begins with a transfer from your hotel to the airport. Our driver will meet you at your hotel reception (or your Airbnb if accessible for parking) and take you to the airport for your flight from Istanbul to Denizli/Çardak. The pick-up time ranges from 3:45 AM to 5:00 AM, depending on your flight schedule. We will confirm the exact time once your domestic flight is booked.

Denizli Çardak Airport - Upon arrival at Denizli/Çardak airport, you will be met and driven to Pamukkale, approximately an hour away.

Bodrum City - If you chose the “from Bodrum to Istanbul” option, you will be picked up from your hotel in Bodrum and driven to Pamukkale, a journey of about three and a half hours.

Antalya - If you selected the “from Antalya to Istanbul” option, you will be picked up from your hotel in Antalya and driven to Pamukkale, which takes around three and a half hours.

Pamukkale Natural Park - This UNESCO World Heritage site, known as the “Cotton Castle,” has attracted famous visitors since ancient times, including Queen Cleopatra of Egypt.

Hierapolis & Pamukkale - Highlights of the Hierapolis tour include the Necropolis, Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, Latrina, Oil Factory, Frontinus Street, Agora, Byzantium Gate, Triton Fountain, Cathedral, Apollon Temple, Plutonium, Theater, and Antique Pool.

Pamukkale Thermal Pools - After exploring the Hierapolis Ancient City, you will have time to take photos and enjoy the natural beauty of Pamukkale. You will have 60-75 minutes of free time to explore and swim in the thermal pools. Then, meet your guide to walk down the travertines without shoes and socks.

Pamukkale - Lunch will be served at a local restaurant in Pamukkale town.

Kusadasi - After the Pamukkale Natural Park & Hierapolis Tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi.

Kusadasi Castle - This picturesque Byzantine fortress on Guvercin Adasi (Pigeon Island) has been recently renovated. Note: This site is not included in the tour. You can visit it on your own after being dropped off at your hotel in Kusadasi.

Okuz Mehmet Pasa Kervansarayi - Built by Grand Vizier Okuz Mehmed Pasha to support maritime trade, this historical building is located opposite Kusadasi cruise port. Note: This site is not included in the tour. You can visit it on your own after being dropped off at your hotel in Kusadasi.

Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary Tour - Flight from Izmir to Cappadocia - Overnight at Cappadocia

Kusadasi Gazi Begendi Park - After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel for the Ephesus tour. Before heading to Ephesus, you will stop at Gazi Begendi Park for photos of the stunning Kusadasi Bay. Please check out from your hotel and bring your luggage before departing for the Ephesus tour. You will be transferred directly to Izmir airport after the tour.

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - Your first stop is the pilgrimage site believed to be the last home of the Virgin Mary, surrounded by natural beauty.

Ancient City of Ephesus - Next, visit the Ephesus Ancient City, a significant harbor city in ancient times and one of the seven churches mentioned in the Book of Revelations. Highlights include the Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, Fountain of Trajan, Odeon, Agora, Fountain of Domitian, Hercule Gate, Grand Theater, Nike, and Ancient Toilets.

Ephesus Terrace Houses - You will pass by the Terrace Houses during your tour, with your guide providing information about them. (No stop or visit)

Selçuk - Lunch will be at a local restaurant in Selcuk town.

The Temple of Artemis - Another stop is the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, located near Ephesus.

Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport - After the Ephesus tour, you will be transferred to Izmir airport for your flight to Kayseri.

Kayseri Erkilet Airport - Upon arrival at Kayseri airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia.

Hot Air Balloon Ride (INCLUDED) - Camel Safari (INCLUDED) - Overnight at Cappadocia

Cappadocia Tours & Hot Air Balloons - Hot Air Balloon Ride (INCLUDED): Experience a unique adventure in Cappadocia! You will be picked up from your hotel and taken to the balloon site to watch the preparation for your flight. The flight takes place at sunrise, reaching altitudes of 700 to 1000 meters, offering breathtaking views of Cappadocia. The flight lasts about 60 minutes, with a total activity duration of approximately 3 hours. After the flight, enjoy a champagne celebration and receive a medal as a souvenir. You will then be dropped back at your hotel.

Rose Valley - Camel Safari (INCLUDED): After being picked up from your hotel, join your guides for a safety briefing and get acquainted with your camel. The safari takes you through the stunning landscapes of Red and Rose Valleys. Traditional clothing is available for you to wear during the ride. After the safari, you will be dropped back at your hotel. Standard Safari Route: Red and Rose Valleys, Zindanonu Valley, Meskenler Valley. Note: The route may change depending on weather conditions.

Full-day Cappadocia Tour - Overnight at Cappadocia

Keslik Monastery - You will be picked up from your hotel between 9:30 AM and 10:00 AM for a tour of southern Cappadocia. Keslik Monastery is a large cave complex with two churches, a refectory hall, a sacred spring, and numerous cave rooms. It has been used for various purposes over 2,000 years, from a gravesite in pre-Christian Roman times to a large communal monastery during the Byzantine era.

Taşkınpaşa Medresesi - Built during the Karamanogullari Principality period, this complex includes a mosque, madrasa, and tombs. It is estimated to have been completed in the 13th century.

Sobesos Ancient City - Discovered accidentally in 2002, this ancient city features intricate floor mosaics with geometric patterns, unearthed during a 3-year excavation.

Kaymakli Underground City - One of Cappadocia’s major underground cities, Kaymakli has 8 floors, though not all are open to tourists. The city includes stables, churches, living spaces, warehouses, kitchens, cemeteries, and a copper processing workshop.

Mustafapasa - Formerly known as “Sinasos,” this Greek village is a must-see in Cappadocia, known for its historical and architectural significance. Lunch will be at a traditional restaurant in the village.

Pigeon Valley - Located in Uchisar, this site offers panoramic views and numerous pigeon houses built by ancient inhabitants. You can also visit a popular onyx stone factory in the region.

Cappadocia - After the tour, you will be dropped back at your hotel in Cappadocia.

Full-day Cappadocia Tour - Flight Back to Istanbul

Urgup - You will be picked up from your hotel between 9:30 AM and 10:00 AM for the Red Tour of Cappadocia. The tour includes a visit to the famous “Three Beauties” fairy chimneys, the official symbol of Urgup and Cappadocia.

Goreme Open-Air Museum - This UNESCO World Heritage site features rock-cut churches, kitchens, wineries, storages, and living rooms from Anatolian Christians.

Ortahisar Panorama - Dominated by a 90-meter-high rock-castle, this town showcases the region’s typical rock-cut architecture, used as a refuge during Byzantine times.

Uchisar Castle - One of Cappadocia’s major landmarks, Uchisar Castle offers stunning views of the surrounding valley. Note: Due to walking difficulties and safety risks, the tour includes a panoramic view stop only.

Goreme - Lunch will be at a Turkish Kebab Restaurant in Goreme, with vegetarian options available.

Avanos Oren Yeri - Known for its cobbled streets and views over the Kizilirmak (Red River), Avanos is famous for its pottery production, a tradition dating back to the Hittites.

Devrent Valley - Also known as Imagination Valley, this area features red-colored rocks shaped like animals, including camels.

Fairy Chimneys - Cappadocia’s unique landforms are best seen at the Fairy Chimneys, showcasing the harmony between nature and human life.

Cappadocia - After the tour, you will be transferred to Cappadocia airport for your flight back to Istanbul.

Istanbul - Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Return flight departure is between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM, arriving in Istanbul around 9:30 PM to 10:45 PM. This timing ensures you can catch your return flight after the full-day guided Cappadocia tour.

• Domestic flights within Turkey
• Hot Air Balloon Ride & Camel Safari
• 5 days/4 nights hotel stay with breakfast
• Hotel Transfers in major cities
• Daily lunch included
• Guided tours in Pamukkale, Ephesus & Cappadocia
• All entrance fees for attractions included
• Expert local guides

• Dinner
• Drinks
• Entrance fee of Ancient Pool (Cleopatra’s Pool) in Pamukkale

• The prices of package are valid for accommodation at the double or triple room. If you would like add accommodation on single room(s) to your booking, there could be supplement cost. There are not going to be any extra cost for bookings of single / solo travelers. They will already accommodate at single room(s).
• The check-in time of the hotels is 02.00pm, and you can not start use your room before this time. This is about the check-in & check-out policies of the hotels.
• The tour operator will send e-tickets of your domestic flights at six days before your departure date. You will not need the print out copies of the tickets for domestic flights. Your passport and reservation number on the tickets will be enough for check-in to plane.
• The tour operator can request your some passport details for the bookings of your flight tickets. If you do not share the details which requested by the tour operator, your domestic flight tickets can not bookable.
• You will have 15kg luggage + 8kg hand bag quota per person for each domestic flight. If you will need more luggage capacity, please inform that to the tour operator. There could be some extra fee for luggage quotas more than 15kg. This is exactly about the policies of airline companies.
• If your return hotel is different than pick-up hotel, please inform that detail immediately. If you inform that detail after organised your flight tickets, the tour operator can request extra cost because of the distances between the airports and some hotels. If you inform this type changes on service day (last day of your trip), the tour operator do not accept this last minute amending and drop you to your pick-up hotel.
• If your pick-up / drop-off hotels are inside of airports (IST and SAW airports) the tour operator do not provide any hotel pick-up / drop-off service.
• Hot air ballooning is a fully weather-dependent activity and the Civil Aviation Authority determines whether the flight will be held. If your flight is cancelled due to inclement weather conditions, you are entitled to a partial refund. In such a case, your refund will be processed by the day after of that trip.
• The Standard Balloon Ride has an One-hour approximately flight duration with 20 to 28 people capacity basket. The flight duration could be 50-55 minutes or 65-70 minutes. This situation depend the weather conditions before landing, and pilots are decide to that within the safety rules of Civil Aviation Authority. Total activity duration is approximately 3 hours.
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
• This tour is not available for the bookings to children who are 17 years old and under.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.