Luxury Private Turkey Tour: 13-Day Exploration of Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus, and Istanbul

This excursion is exclusive and high-end.

Accommodation will be at a premium hotel.

The itinerary includes visits to Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus, and Istanbul.

Duration: 13 days
Cancellation: 6 days learn more
Highlights

Cappadocia

Goreme National Park - Arrive at Istanbul Atatürk Airport and transfer to the domestic terminal for your flight to Cappadocia (Kayseri Airport).

Arrive in Cappadocia and transfer to your hotel.

Cappadocia

Goreme National Park - Your Cappadocia tour begins with a hotel pickup at 09:15. The first stop is Göreme Panoramic View, where you will see fairy chimneys.

Derinkuyu Underground City - Explore the ancient underground city, dating back to 2000 BC, descending 8 floors.

Ihlara Valley - Hike approximately 3.5 km through Ihlara Valley, ending with lunch in a village.

Selime Monastery - Visit Yaprakhisar Panorama to see conical shapes reminiscent of the ‘Star Wars’ movie set. Gain insights into monastic life at Selime Monastery.

Pigeon Valley - After Selime Monastery, visit Pigeon Valley.

Kapadokya Onyx - Tour an onyx factory and volcanic stone workshop.

Cappadocia

Uchisar Castle - Learn about the history of Cappadocia.

Goreme Open-Air Museum - Visit Göreme Open-Air Museum to understand the influence of Christianity.

Cavusin - Explore Çavuşin Old Village.

Avanos Oren Yeri - Lunch.

Kapadokya Seramik - Watch a pottery demonstration.

Sentez Avanos Hali - Rug Workshop & Store - Visit a carpet and kilim factory.

Pasabag - See the fairy chimneys.

Devrent Valley - Explore Devrent Valley, also known as Imagination Valley.

Twin Fairy Chimneys - View the most beautiful fairy chimneys in Cappadocia.

Cappadocia to Izmir flight

Kayseri Erkilet Airport - Transfer to the airport for your flight from Cappadocia to Izmir.

Arrive at Izmir Airport and transfer to Pamukkale (Doga Thermal Health & Spa) or a similar hotel.

Izmir - Transfer from Izmir Airport to your hotel.

Pamukkale

Pamukkale Natural Park - Your Pamukkale day tour starts with a hotel pickup at 09:30, beginning with a visit to the red springs in Karahayit village.

Hierapolis & Pamukkale - Enter Hierapolis from the North Gate, visiting the Necropolis, Bath and Basilica, Frontinius Gate, Frontinius Street, Latrina, Northern Byzantine Gate, Fountain of the Tritons, and the Temple of Apollon.

Cleopatra Pools - Enjoy free time to swim in the Cleopatra Antique Thermal Pool (extra admission fee) and visit the well-preserved Theatre.

Pamukkale Thermal Pools - Conclude the tour with a visit to the Travertines (white calcium pools) for photos and swimming. Return to the hotel.

Pamukkale to Ephesus

Setur Kusadasi Marina - After breakfast, transfer to Kuşadası Hotel Korumar or a similar hotel. Enjoy free time.

Ephesus Tour

Ephesus Museum - Your tour starts with a hotel pickup at 09:30, proceeding to the House of the Virgin Mary.

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - Visit the House of the Virgin Mary.

The Temple of Artemis - Explore the Temple of Artemis (Diana).

Kuşadası to İzmir (2 hours)

Izmir - After breakfast, transfer to your hotel in Izmir. Enjoy free time.

Pergamon

Pergamon Theatre - Your tour starts with a hotel pickup at 09:30. Visit Pergamon Acropolis and Asclepion, the ancient hospital and health center, and the propylaeum of the Temple of Athena. Return to the hotel at the end of the tour.

Izmir to Istanbul by Flight

Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport - After breakfast, transfer to Izmir Airport for your flight to Istanbul.

Arrive in Istanbul and transfer to Four Seasons Bosphorus Hotel or a similar hotel.

Istanbul

Halic - Your tour starts with a hotel pickup at 09:30. Enjoy a guided tour of the Golden Horn.

Bosphorus Bridge - Visit the Golden Horn, Spice Market, and take a cruise boat trip on the Bosphorus water channel. Return to your hotel at the end of the tour.

Istanbul

Blue Mosque - Your Istanbul tour starts with a hotel pickup at 09:30. Explore the Old City - Sultanahmet area on a walking tour.

Hippodrome - Visit the Hippodrome and Blue Mosque.

Topkapi Palace - Tour Topkapi Palace.

Hagia Sophia Mosque - Visit Hagia Sophia.

Grand Bazaar Jewelers - Explore the Grand Bazaar. Return to your hotel at the end of the tour.

Istanbul

Meet Transfer - After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul Airport, concluding your tour.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Professional guide
  • National Park fees
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • 12 nights accommodation
  • Cappadocia to Izmir, Izmir to Istanbul flight ticket
Additional Information
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy

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.

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