7-Day Antalya, Pamukkale, Ephesus & Cappadocia Tour from Ankara with Domestic Flights

Your 7-day Turkey tour begins with a domestic flight from Ankara to Antalya.

You must arrange your own transportation to Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) based on your confirmed flight departure time. Please arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before departure and go directly to the airline’s check-in counter to complete check-in and boarding procedures. Airport transfers and check-in assistance in Ankara are not included.

When you arrive at Antalya Airport, our local representative will meet you and arrange your transfer to your hotel in Antalya.

After checking in, the rest of the day is free to relax or explore at your own pace.

Depending on your arrival time, you may wish to visit Kaleici (Antalya Old Town), with its cobblestone streets, traditional Ottoman houses, historic harbor, and local restaurants. You can also visit Hadrian’s Gate.

Overnight in Antalya.

After breakfast at your hotel, around 8:00 AM, you will be picked up to join a full-day guided tour exploring the historical and natural highlights of the Antalya region.

Your first stop is Perge Ancient City, one of the most important cities of ancient Pamphylia. Walk through the remains of its monumental gates, colonnaded streets, Roman baths, and ancient public buildings while your professional guide explains the history of this remarkable archaeological site.

Continue to Aspendos Ancient Theatre, one of the finest surviving Roman theaters in the world. Built during the Roman period, this impressive structure is particularly famous for its extraordinary acoustics and remarkably preserved architecture.

After visiting Aspendos, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, travel to Side, a picturesque coastal town combining ancient ruins with Mediterranean scenery. Discover the remains of the ancient city, including its Roman theater and the famous Temple of Apollo overlooking the sea.

Your final stop is Manavgat Waterfall, where you can enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings and take photographs of the cascading waters.

After completing the tour, return to your hotel in Antalya, usually in the late afternoon.

Overnight in Antalya.

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the intercity bus terminal in Antalya. Take the scheduled bus to Denizli, a journey of approximately 5 hours, depending on traffic, road conditions, and the bus schedule. The bus may make scheduled rest stops.

On arrival at Denizli Bus Terminal, a local representative meets you and arranges your transfer to your hotel in Pamukkale. The rest of the day is free, with no scheduled guided sightseeing. Overnight in Pamukkale.

After breakfast, check out and begin your guided tour at approximately 9:00 AM. Visit Pamukkale and walk barefoot on designated sections of its white travertine terraces. Continue to Hierapolis, where the guided visit includes the ancient theater, Roman baths, Frontinus Street, ancient city gates, and necropolis.

Lunch is at a local restaurant. If time permits, you can choose to swim in the Cleopatra Antique Pool; this optional activity has a separate entrance fee and is not included.

After sightseeing, transfer to Kusadasi, a journey of approximately 3 to 3.5 hours, depending on traffic. Check in to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight in Kusadasi.

After an early breakfast, check out and meet your English-speaking guide at approximately 8:30 AM. Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, then explore the Ancient City of Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Temple of Hadrian, Trajan Fountain, and ancient marble streets.

After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Temple of Artemis and Isa Bey Mosque in Selcuk. Then transfer to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport for your scheduled domestic flight to Kayseri. The flight is subject to schedule availability and may be direct or connecting.

On arrival at Kayseri Airport, a local representative meets you and arranges your transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia.

The optional sunrise hot air balloon flight can be arranged separately and paid locally. It requires suitable weather and official approval and is not guaranteed.

After breakfast, join your guided North Cappadocia Tour at around 9:30 AM. Visit Devrent Valley, Pasabag Valley, also known as Monks Valley, and Zelve Open Air Museum, a former cave settlement with rock-cut homes, churches, and passages.

After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to Avanos to visit a pottery workshop and see an artisan demonstration. Finish at the Uchisar Castle viewpoint. Return to your hotel usually around 5:00 to 5:30 PM. The evening is free. Overnight in Cappadocia.

After breakfast, check out and join the South Cappadocia Tour at around 9:00 AM. Visit Red Valley and Rose Valley, then continue to Cavusin Village and Pigeon Valley.

After lunch at a local restaurant, explore an ancient underground city, such as Kaymakli Underground City or Ozkonak Underground City. The guided tour generally finishes around 4:00 PM.

After the tour, you can transfer to Kayseri Airport or Nevsehir Airport, depending on your onward arrangements. Coordinate your departure with the tour finish and allow time for the airport transfer and airline check-in.

Alternatively, an intercity bus return to Ankara can be arranged as an optional service at additional cost. The bus journey generally takes approximately 4 to 5 hours, depending on the route, traffic, and scheduled service. End of tour and services.