Pamukkale
Day 1: Flight from Istanbul to Izmir – Ephesus Tour (L)
In the early morning, after checking out from your hotel, the driver will pick you up from the lobby and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Izmir, which marks the beginning of your 2-day Ephesus and Pamukkale tour from Istanbul. Upon arrival at Izmir airport and collecting your luggage, you will be greeted by a representative from Road Runner Travel who will transfer you to their office before starting the full-day Ephesus tour.
During the Ephesus tour, you will visit significant historical sites including the Temple of Artemis (one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World), the 25,000-seat amphitheater, the famous Celsius Library, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Ephesus amphitheater with the harbor street of Ephesus Ancient City. The final part of the tour will be a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, her last abode. After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi.
Day 2: Pamukkale Tour / Flight to Istanbul (B,L)
After breakfast and checking out from your hotel, you will be picked up at the designated time by your guide to begin the full-day Pamukkale and Hierapolis tour. The journey from Kusadasi to Pamukkale will take approximately 2.5 hours, with stops along the way to admire the beautiful landscapes. Upon arrival in Pamukkale, you will have a lunch break before starting the tour.
During the Pamukkale tour, you will visit important sites including the Gates of the Ancient City of Hierapolis, the necropolis, the beautiful Ancient Theater of Hierapolis, and the calcified pools and waterfalls known as Travertines. The Travertines offer a stunning panorama that resembles an icy mountain, and you will have the opportunity to swim among the ancient ruins of the Cleopatra swimming pool or visit the Archaeology Museum of Hierapolis. At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to the airport to catch your flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival at Istanbul airport and collecting your luggage, a driver will be waiting for you with a sign displaying your name to transfer you to your hotel.
Notes: This tour is available all year round and can be customized according to your preferences. There are no hidden costs. All meals mentioned in the itinerary (B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner).