Arrival

Istanbul - Upon arrival in Istanbul, a driver will greet you at the airport and transport you to your hotel.

Full Day Walking Tour in Istanbul

Sultanahmet District - This tour includes visits to St. Sophia (Hagia Sophia), the Underground Byzantine Cistern (Yerebatan), the Hippodrome of Istanbul, the Blue Mosque (The Sultan Ahmed Mosque), Topkapi Palace with the Harem section, and the Grand Bazaar.

Full Day Walking Tour in Istanbul

Bosphorus Strait - Enjoy a Bosphorus cruise by ferry to view the Anadolu Hisari, Rumeli Hisari (no interior visits to medieval fortresses), historic mansions, waterfront wooden houses, imperial palaces, hunting lodges, and modern villas on both the European and Asian shores of the strait.

Taksim Square - Explore Taksim and Istiklal Street, the modern heart of Istanbul.

Misir Carsisi (Spice Market) - Visit the Old Spice Bazaar, a major attraction for tourists in Istanbul.

Istanbul to Kusadasi and Ephesus Tour

Ancient City of Ephesus - Depart early for a flight to Izmir. Your tour guide will meet you at Izmir airport, followed by a 1-hour drive to Ephesus. Explore the ancient city, including the Grand Theatre, Odeon, Celsus Library, and other notable sites.

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - Visit the House of Mother Mary, an active Catholic church believed to be where the Mother of Jesus spent some time.

The Basilica of Saint John - Explore the ruins of the Basilica of St. John and his tomb. After the tour, you will be transferred to the port town of Kusadasi for an overnight stay.

Aphrodisias and Pamukkale

Aphrodisias - Depart from Kusadasi for a 2.5-hour drive to the ancient city of Aphrodisias, renowned for its well-preserved stadium and dedication to Aphrodite.

Hierapolis & Pamukkale - After lunch and a 1-hour drive from Aphrodisias, arrive at Pamukkale. Visit the ancient city of Hierapolis and enjoy a walk in the hot springs. After the tour, you will be transferred to Denizli airport for a flight back to Istanbul.

• Domestic flights between Istanbul and Izmir
• Private airport transfers for convenience
• Lunch included for a culinary experience
• All-inclusive private tour with transport, guiding, entrance, and parking fees
• Choice of 3, 4, or 5 star hotel accommodations

• Gratitudes, dinner and drinks

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.