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Istanbul
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Airplane & Bus
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Group
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15 - 25
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English
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Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct & Nov
Itinerary Overview
Embark on an extraordinary 4 Day Cappadocia Pamukkale Ephesus Tour, starting with a flight from Istanbul to Izmir to explore the Ancient city of Ephesus, where you’ll visit the Temple of Hadrian, the Great Theater, and the House of the Virgin Mary. Continue to the natural wonder of Pamukkale Travertines and the Roman ruins of Hierapolis, with the option to swim in the Antique Pools. Travel overnight to Cappadocia, where surreal landscapes await, including Devrent Valley, Pasabag, Avanos, the Open Air Museum, Uchisar Castle, and the Underground City, plus breathtaking fairy chimneys. Book today for a seamless journey through Turkey’s treasures.
Trip Highlights
- Ancient city of Ephesus – Temple of Hadrian, Great Theater
- House of the Virgin Mary – Sacred pilgrimage site
- Temple of Artemis – One of the Seven Wonders (ruins)
- Isa Bey Mosque – Seljuk architecture
- Pamukkale Travertines – Cotton Castle terraces
- Hierapolis – Roman baths, theater, ruins
- Devrent Valley – Surreal fairy chimneys
- Pasabag – Mushroom-shaped pinnacles
- Avanos – Pottery workshops
- Open Air Museum – Cave churches
- Uchisar Castle – Panoramic photo stop
- Underground City – Early Christian refuge
Route: Istanbul → Kusadasi (1 night) → Cappadocia (1 night) → Istanbul · Day trips: Izmir, Ephesus
Day-by-Day Itinerary
You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul around 4:00 AM and transferred to the airport for your flight to Izmir, departing between 6:00 and 8:00 AM. Upon arrival in Izmir, you will be transferred to Selçuk, where you will meet your guide to begin a full-day Ephesus Tour.
Your first stop will be the ancient city of Ephesus, where you will explore its fascinating ruins. Highlights include the Temple of Hadrian, the impressive Ephesus Ancient Greek Theatre, and the beautiful Trajan Fountain.
After lunch, the tour continues to the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be where she spent her final years. Next, you will visit the site of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the stunning Isa Bey Mosque, a remarkable example of Seljuk architecture.
After the tour ends at around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi for check-in. The rest of the day is yours to relax or explore the area at your leisure.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Kusadasi: Efe Boutique Hotel, Derici Hotel, Neopol Hotel Deluxe, or Marina Hotel.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You can arrange your own accommodation during the tour. We will provide a new package tour price excluding the hotel accommodation cost. In this case, all other services included in the package tour will still be provided, except for hotel accommodation.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast at around 7:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel in Kusadasi and transferred to the meeting point in Selçuk, where the full group will gather. From there, the journey to Pamukkale begins at approximately 8:30 AM, with a drive of about 3 hours. A brief 10-minute stop will be made halfway through for a restroom break.
Upon arrival in Pamukkale around 11:45 AM, the group will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, at approximately 1:00 PM, your guided tour will begin with a professional licensed guide. During the tour, you will explore the stunning Cotton Cliffs (Pamukkale Travertines), a natural wonder formed by deposits of calcareous salts, and the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis, which include key highlights such as the Theatre and Roman Baths.
At the end of the guided tour, you will have 1 hour of free time to explore the area at your own pace. If you wish, you can opt to swim in the famous Pamukkale Antique Pools, which is optional and at your own expense. Your guide will provide details about the meeting point and time.
After the tour ends around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to the bus station for your overnight bus to Cappadocia. The bus departs at 9:00 PM, allowing you free time to relax and have dinner near the bus station before departure. The overnight bus ride to Cappadocia takes approximately 10 hours, with three stops along the way for personal needs.
Upon arriving at the Goreme bus station in the morning, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia. After enjoying breakfast, you can relax in the hotel lobby until your pick-up at 9:30 AM, when your North Cappadocia tour begins.
The tour starts with a visit to Devrent Valley, renowned for its unique fairy chimneys shaped like animals. Next, you’ll explore Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley), famous for its impressive mushroom-shaped rock formations.
Following this, the tour continues to Avanos, a charming town known for its ancient pottery traditions. After enjoying lunch in Avanos, you’ll visit the Zelve Open Air Museum, an extraordinary site featuring carved caves and ancient churches that provide a glimpse into the early monastic life of the region.
Later in the day, you’ll stop for about 15 minutes to take panoramic photos of the stunning Uchisar Castle. While the castle interior is not open for visitors, the exterior offers breathtaking views over Cappadocia’s surreal landscape.
After the tour ends around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is free for you to relax or explore the area at your leisure.
For extra activities, you can choose one from the following options: a traditional Turkish Night show with dinner, a 2-hour ATV tour, a 2-hour horseback riding tour through the valleys, or a 1-hour Whirling Dervish show. Please note that all activities are available at an additional cost, and due to time constraints, you can participate in only one.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Cappadocia: Heaven Cave House, Dedeli Konak Cave Hotel, Zula Cave House, or Kismet Cave House.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You can arrange your own accommodation during the tour. We will provide a new package tour price excluding the hotel accommodation cost. In this case, all other services included in the package tour will still be provided, except for hotel accommodation.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
For an additional experience, you can book an early morning hot air balloon ride to enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the valleys. Please note that this activity is available at an extra cost.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will check out and be picked up around 9:30 AM to begin your full-day South Cappadocia tour. The first stop is the stunning Red Valley, where you’ll explore famous rock-cut churches and enjoy a 5 km hike through the serene Rose Valley (Gulludere Vadisi), known for its unique pink-hued rock formations.
Next, you will visit Cavusin Village, renowned for its ancient cave houses and churches once inhabited by Christian clergymen. Around noon, you’ll break for lunch at a local restaurant to savor authentic Turkish flavors.
After lunch, the tour continues to Pigeon Valley (Guvercinlik Vadisi), famous for its pigeon houses carved into the cliffs. In the afternoon, you’ll explore either the Kaymakli Underground City or the Ozkonak Underground City, both remarkable for their extensive tunnels and rooms where early Christians sought refuge.
At the end of the tour, around 3:30 PM, you will be transferred to Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport for your evening flight back to Istanbul. Departure times depend on flight availability, typically between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM. The flight duration is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. END OF OUR SERVICE and TOURS.
Please Note: Transportation from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to your hotel in Istanbul is not included in the tour price.
INCLUDED in the Tour Price:
- Pick-up from your hotel in Istanbul city center and transfer to Istanbul Airport (available only on the European side of Istanbul).
- Domestic flight tickets: From Istanbul to Izmir and from Kayseri or Nevsehir to Istanbul.
- Overnight intercity coach ticket from Pamukkale to Cappadocia.
- 1 night stay in Kusadasi at a 4-star hotel, including breakfast.
- 1 night stay in Cappadocia at a cave hotel, including breakfast.
- English-speaking guide during the tours.
- Meals as per the itinerary (B = breakfast, L = lunch).
- Entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary.
- Local taxes and service charges.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Drop-off transportation service from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to your hotel in Istanbul upon returning.
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride.
- Optional tours mentioned in the program (available at an additional cost).
- Services not mentioned in the program.
- Drinks with meals.
- Travel insurance (recommended).
Important Information
- The order of the itinerary is indicative and subject to change, but all visits described will take place.
- This is a regular group tour, but a private tour can be arranged at an additional cost.
- The regular group tour includes shopping stops as part of the itinerary.
- Overnight buses do not have restroom facilities on board.
- Vegetarian lunch options are available upon request.
- Normal arrival time in Istanbul is between 8:00 – 10:00 PM. If you are booking a flight back home the same day, ensure your departure is scheduled for 1:30 AM or later to avoid missing your flight.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Once your online reservation is received and the specified 30% deposit is charged to your credit card, your domestic flight tickets will be confirmed. You will receive an email confirmation, including all the details, within 2-3 days.
Yes, airport transfers are included in the tour price. This covers pick-up from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport, as well as all airport-hotel transfers throughout the tour. However, please note that when you return to Istanbul at the end of the tour, the service will conclude at either Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport. Transfer to your hotel or chosen address from the airport will not be provided, so you will need to arrange this on your own.
Yes, the tour can be customized to fit your preferences. Please contact us in advance if you have specific requests or changes you’d like to make to the itinerary. Some changes may be subject to an additional fee.
Cappadocia offers a variety of extra activities to enhance your experience, all available at an additional cost:
- Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride: Start your day with a breathtaking sunrise hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s unique landscape. This unforgettable experience provides panoramic views of the fairy chimneys and valleys.
- ATV Tour: Explore the rugged terrain and hidden trails on an exciting ATV (quad bike) tour. It’s a thrilling way to discover the area’s natural beauty off the beaten path.
- Horseback Riding: Enjoy a peaceful horseback ride through the valleys and hills of Cappadocia. Known as the “Land of Beautiful Horses,” this activity offers a unique perspective of the region.
- Whirling Dervish Show: In the evening, immerse yourself in Turkish culture by attending a traditional Whirling Dervish Show. Witness the mesmerizing Sema ceremony, a spiritual dance that has been performed for centuries.
- Turkish Night Show with Dinner: Experience an authentic Turkish Night Show featuring traditional music, folk dances, and belly dancing performances. Enjoy a delicious dinner while immersing yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Turkey.
- Turkish Bath (Hamam) Experience: Relax and rejuvenate with a traditional Turkish bath, a unique experience that combines steam, massage, and cleansing rituals.
These activities can be arranged upon request and are not included in the standard tour package. We recommend booking in advance to ensure availability.
On domestic flights in Turkey, the luggage allowance is 15 kg (33 lbs) per person for checked baggage. For carry-on luggage, you are allowed one piece weighing up to 8 kg (17.6 lbs) per person. If your total luggage weight per person is within these limits, you should be fine.
Please note that any excess luggage weight over 15 kg for checked baggage will incur additional charges by the airlines. These extra charges are not included in the tour price and are your responsibility to pay directly to the airline at the time of check-in. We recommend packing accordingly to avoid any unexpected fees.
Your luggage is your own responsibility throughout the tour. Please ensure that you handle any issues related to overweight or excess baggage directly with the airlines.
If you need to cancel or change your travel dates, notify One Nation Travel at least 5 days before the tour starts. For requests received at least 5 days before the tour starts, the cost of all non-refundable flight and bus tickets will be deducted from your paid balance. For requests received less than 5 days before the tour starts, and for no-shows, the full amount paid is non-refundable.
Our multi-day Turkey packages are regular group/shared tour arrangements, not fully escorted tours with one tour leader and the same guests from arrival to departure. Sightseeing tours are shared and usually operate with about 15-20 guests, but group size and participants may change by city or day as travelers join or leave different scheduled tours. Licensed English-speaking guides lead scheduled sightseeing visits only. Guides do not travel with guests on domestic flights, intercity buses, airport transfers, hotel transfers, or free-time periods unless this is specifically stated in the itinerary. For flights, buses, and transfers, guests are met by our driver or local representative at airports, bus terminals, or hotels and assisted with the planned transfer. One Nation Travel coordinates the full itinerary, hotels, domestic tickets, transfers, local guides, and support throughout the trip.
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By Lesedi K.(Stellenbosch, South Africa)May 12, 2026 Really well planned Turkey tourWe did the 4 days / 3 nights Turkey tour with our two kids and it worked really well. The pace was busy but not too much, and the transfers felt safe and on time. Our guide kept things simple for the children, especially in Ephesus, and they loved the cave hotel in Cappadocia. Pamukkale was a fun stop too. Good mix of sights and rest, and everything was easy to follow.Date of Experience: May 12, 2026 -
Verified PurchaseBy Riya L.(Chennai, India)May 8, 2026 Good value 4 day Turkey tourI booked the 4 days / 3 nights Turkey tour with One Nation Travel because it looked good value for a solo budget traveller. It was well organised from Istanbul, with the flight, bus rides, transfers and hotels all included as listed. Our guide explained Ephesus clearly and the hotel breakfasts were decent. I liked that there were no surprise costs, only optional extras. Very practical and smooth overall.Date of Experience: May 08, 2026
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Verified PurchaseBy Ishani K.(Bangalore, India)May 4, 2026 Great service in IstanbulI did this 4 day Turkey tour on my own and it was all very easy to follow. The office in Istanbul was helpful before the trip and answered my messages fast. I really enjoyed Cappadocia, especially the balloon ride and walking through the valleys. One practical thing I appreciated was the transfers, they showed up on time each day. The hotels were clean and comfortable, and seeing Pamukkale and Ephesus made the whole route feel well planned.Date of Experience: May 04, 2026
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Verified PurchaseBy Lucía S.(Mexico)June 12, 2025 An Amazing Way to Discover Turkey’s WondersThis 4-day tour was the perfect way to explore Turkey’s rich history and natural beauty. From the magical valleys of Cappadocia to the white terraces of Pamukkale and the ancient ruins of Ephesus — every stop took my breath away! Truly unforgettable.Date of Experience: June 07, 2025
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Verified PurchaseBy Bilal June 12, 2025Thank you so much, Lucía, for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled that you enjoyed every part of the tour — from Cappadocia’s valleys to the ruins of Ephesus. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We hope to see you again in Türkiye!
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Verified PurchaseBy Camila S. May 23, 2025 Unforgettable 4-Day Journey Through Turkey’s Highlights!This 4-day tour from Istanbul to Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Ephesus was absolutely fantastic! All the hotels we stayed at were very clean and comfortable. The transfers were well-organized and always on time. The local guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and truly enhanced our experience. One of the highlights was staying in a beautiful and clean cave hotel in Cappadocia — it was such a unique and unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!Date of Experience: May 18, 2025
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Hotel options associated with this itinerary; the selected tour page and written confirmation control the included hotel and category.
View Featured Hotels (7)- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel for an additional cost, which is added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Hotels are subject to availability; alternatives of an equal standard may be provided.
