Experience three of Turkey’s most unforgettable treasures, where nature and history unite in extraordinary harmony. The “Cotton Castle” of Pamukkale dazzles with terraces of bright white pools created by mineral-rich hot springs that have attracted visitors since ancient times. Just above is Hierapolis, a Greco-Roman city with a grand amphitheater, vast necropolis, and famous Cleopatra’s Pool, where columns from ancient history lay beneath the water. From Ephesus, considered one of the greatest cities of the ancient world and one of the early Christian sacred sites, walk on marble to witness the Library of Celsus, Basilica of St John, and the remains of the Temple of Artemis, formerly a Wonder of the Ancient World. Lastly, explore the storybook beauty of Cappadocia, where fairy chimneys, cave churches, and vast underworld cities are hidden beneath an otherworldly landscape. Combined, these destinations offer a journey rich with history, culture, and awe-inspiring wonders of nature.
Day 1: Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour (Lunch)
- We’ll pick you up from your hotel in Istanbul early in the morning and drive you to the airport according to your flight schedule.
- We will meet you at Denizli Airport and drive you to Pamukkale.
- Today, we will visit Red Water, Hierapolis’ Ancient City, including the Necropolis, Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, Latrina, Oil Factory, Frontinus Street, Agora, Byzantium Gate, Triton Fountain, Cathedral, Apollon Temple, Plutonium, and Theater.
We will also stop at Cleopatra’s Pool, where you can rest or swim in the antique pool. - Our last stop is the cotton castles of Pamukkale, where you can enjoy the hot, healing waters and take amazing photos.
- At the end of the tour, we will drive you to Kusadasi. Overnight at Kusadasi.
Day 2: Ephesus Tour (Breakfast – Lunch)
- After breakfast, we’ll pick you up from your hotel and head to the ancient city of Ephesus.
- We’ll visit incredible sights like the Celsus Library, the Grand Theater, the Ephesus Experience Museum.
- We will visit the House of the Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis.
- At the end of your visit, we’ll take you to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia, according to your flight schedule.
- Once you arrive in Cappadocia, we will transfer you to your hotel, where you’ll enjoy an overnight stay.
Day 3: Northern Cappadocia Tour (Breakfast – Lunch)
*** Optional Hot Air Balloon Flight (Please book it in advance)
- After breakfast, we will meet you at your hotel and drive to Uchisar Castle for a panoramic view of Cappadocia.
- Next, we will visit the Goreme Open Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, exploring the rock-carved churches and the fantastic frescoes covering the walls.
- We will visit the pottery workshops in Avanos to see traditional techniques still being used.
- Afterward, we will visit Monk’s Valley ( Pasabag) and see the mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys and St. Simeon’s rock-carved monk cell.
- We will drive you back to your hotel after visiting Devrent Imagination Valley to see animal-shaped fairy chimneys.
Day 4: Southern Cappadocia Tour (Breakfast – Lunch)
- After breakfast, we will pick you up from your hotel and drive to Goreme Panorama Point to see Cappadocia from a different angle.
- Next, we will drive to Red Valley for a 4-km hike. You will see rock-carved churches, pigeon houses, and local farms on the hike.
- After visiting Cavusin Village, we will drive to Love Valley to see pillar-shaped rock formations.
- We will visit Kaymakli Underground City, an underground settlement used as a shelter by early Christians.
- After visiting Pigeon Valley, we will drive you to the airport for your flight to Istanbul.
- We will meet you at the airport and drive you to your hotel in Istanbul.