Flight from Istanbul to Denizli – Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Aphrodisias Tour - Overnight at Kusadasi

Istanbul - The journey begins with a convenient transfer from your hotel to the airport. A driver will greet you at your hotel reception or Airbnb address, provided parking is available, and take you to the airport for your flight from Istanbul to Denizli.

Denizli Çardak Airport - Upon landing at Denizli Çardak Airport, a tour guide and another driver will welcome you at the arrival terminal exit. You will then embark on a full-day tour of Pamukkale Natural Park, Hierapolis Ancient City, and Aphrodisias Ancient City.

Hierapolis & Pamukkale - Key attractions in Hierapolis Ancient City 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. Capture stunning photos of Pamukkale’s scenic spots during your visit to these ancient ruins.

Pamukkale Thermal Pools - After exploring Hierapolis Ancient City, enjoy 60-75 minutes of free time to discover Pamukkale’s natural wonders and swim in the white travertines - thermal pools (or Cleopatra’s pool for an additional fee). Rejoin your guide to walk barefoot down the travertines.

Cleopatra Pools - Above the Pamukkale white travertine pools lies a remarkable spot fed by the same hot springs. Here, you can bathe in the waters Cleopatra once enjoyed! A modern spa facility allows you to experience these historic healing waters. Unlike the white water of the lower pools, Cleopatra’s favored Antique Pool features clear, warm water. Imagine Cleopatra’s experience when you envision it in its prime.

Pamukkale - A local restaurant will host your lunch, which is included in the guided tour.

Karahayit - After lunch, participate in a traditional handcraft workshop to learn about Pamukkale’s special stones and metals.

Pamukkale Tandem Paragliding - Pamukkale Paragliding Adventure (Optional Attraction – Available at an extra cost): Experience Pamukkale’s dazzling white travertine and ancient Hierapolis, including the grand theater, from above on a brief paragliding adventure with an experienced pilot. Launch from a slope about 1,300 feet (400 meters) high and glide over the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Aphrodisias - Located in southwestern Turkey, in the upper valley of the Morsynus River, this site includes the archaeological site of Aphrodisias and the marble quarries northeast of the city. The Temple of Aphrodite dates back to the 3rd century BC, with the city constructed a century later. Aphrodisias’ wealth stemmed from its marble quarries and the art created by its sculptors. The city streets are organized around several large civic structures, including temples, a theater, an agora, and two bath complexes.

Kusadasi - After touring Pamukkale Natural Park, Hierapolis Ancient City, and Aphrodisias Ancient City, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi.

Kusadasi Castle - This charming Byzantine fortress stands on the causeway-connected Guvercin Adasi (Pigeon Island) and has recently been renovated. * This site is not included in the tour. You can visit it independently 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. * This site is not included in the tour. You can visit it independently after being dropped off at your hotel in Kusadasi.

Guided Tour to Ephesus and Its Surroundings - Flight from Izmir to Cappadocia - Overnight at Cappadocia

Kuşadası - After a delightful breakfast at your hotel, the tour guide will pick you up around 09:00 AM for a full-day tour of Ephesus and its surroundings. * At the end of the tour, you will be directly transferred to Izmir Airport for your flight to Cappadocia.

Kusadasi Gazi Begendi Park - Before heading to the Ephesus area, you will stop at Gazi Begendi Park (Hill) to capture photos of the stunning Kusadasi Bay.

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - Your first stop will be the pilgrimage site believed to be the last home of the Virgin Mary. The natural beauty surrounding the monument will captivate you.

Ancient City of Ephesus - Next, visit the Ephesus Ancient City, a significant harbor city in the ancient world, mentioned in the Book of Revelations as one of the seven churches. Highlights include the Celsus Library and theater. During the tour, you will see the Celcus Library, Temple of Hadrian, Fountain of Trajan, Odeon, Agora, Fountain of Domitian, Hercule Gate, Grand Theater, Nike, Ancient Toilets, and more.

Selcuk - Enjoy lunch at a traditional Turkish restaurant, included in the guided tour. Afterward, experience a traditional handcraft cooperative to learn about the special arts of Turkish villagers.

The Temple of Artemis - The next stop is the Temple of Artemis, first constructed during the Archaic period and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport - At the tour’s conclusion, you will be transferred to Izmir Airport for your flight to Cappadocia.

Cappadocia - Upon arrival at Cappadocia Airport, a driver will meet you at the arrival terminal exit and transfer you to your hotel in Cappadocia.

• Hotel pick-up & drop-off services in Istanbul & Cappadocia
• Transfers at the mentioned airports for domestic flights in the itinerary
• 3 nights hotel accommodation including breakfast
• Arrival transfer from airports of Istanbul on first day of trip package
• Outdoor Tour: Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional - You can add that tour while booking)
• 3 daily trips with licensed guides in Istanbul & Cappadocia
• Entrance fees of museums, national parks, ruins mentioned in the itinerary
• Domestic Flight Tickets: Istanbul to Cappadocia to Istanbul

• International flight tickets
• Dinner
• Drinks

Experience the wondrous stone pillars of Goreme National Park and explore the unique rock structures in the Devrent, Uchisar Rock Castle Region. Enjoy unforgettable moments with a Camel Safari through some of the most picturesque valleys of Cappadocia. Add to this, a thrilling hot air balloon ride, offering you the mesmerizing scenes of Cappadocia’s moon-like landscape and its unique rock formations. The tour package includes round-trip flight tickets from Istanbul to Cappadocia, a hot air balloon ride, one-night stay at a cave hotel, Camel safari and a comprehensive full-day tour to northern Cappadocia, complemented by airport transfers.

• 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 pre-planned hotels are “Hotel Arcadia Blue” and “Radisson Blu Hotel İstanbul Pera” in Istanbul - “1811 Cave Boutique Hotel” and “Zeydem Suites Boutique Hotel” in Cappadocia for your accommodation on this travel. If these hotels are not available for standard/superior rooms on your travel dates, local tour operator can replace it with an equivalent hotel.
• 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.
• Local 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.
• Local 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 local 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 local tour operator. There could be some extra fee for luggage quotas more than 15kg. This is exactly about the policies of airline companies.
• 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. Your refund rate will be the difference between options of “included balloon ride” and “excluded balloon ride” for the cancellations of the hot air balloon ride.
• 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.
• The children who 5 years old and under are not allowed to balloon tours.
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults. If you will be 1 adult + 1 child, local tour operator can request & charge the amount of 2 adults.

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.