8-Day Istanbul, Pamukkale, Ephesus and Cappadocia Tour

Upon your arrival at Istanbul New Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökcen Airport (SAW) at any time, our team will be waiting for you at the exit of the international arrivals terminal, holding a sign with your name on it. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Istanbul for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to spend at leisure, whether you choose to relax at the hotel or explore the city at your own pace. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast at your hotel around 8:30 am, you will be picked up to start your full-day tour exploring the iconic sites of Istanbul. Your first stop will be the magnificent 圣索菲亚大教堂, a former basilica and mosque that now serves as a museum, showcasing breathtaking Byzantine architecture and mosaics. Next, you’ll visit the stunning Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque), renowned for its beautiful blue İznik tiles and six towering minarets. Then, you’ll explore the ancient Hippodrome (Sultanahmet Square), the former social and sporting center of Constantinople, where chariot races and political events once took place.

Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in the heart of the city. In the afternoon, your tour continues with a visit to the opulent 托普卡帕宫, the former residence of Ottoman sultans. Here, you can explore its lavish courtyards, rooms filled with precious artifacts, and panoramic views of the Bosphorus.

Your final stop will be the bustling 大巴扎, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with over 4,000 shops offering everything from handmade carpets and jewelry to spices and souvenirs.

After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel at approximately 4:00 pm. The rest of the day is free for you to spend at your leisure, perhaps exploring more of Istanbul on your own or relaxing. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, around 8:30 am, you will join the Half-day Morning Bosphorus Cruise (approximately 4 hours). The tour starts with a scenic drive to 埃米诺努码头, where you’ll have a brief visit to the historical Spice Market (Egyptian Bazaar). This lively market is known for its vibrant stalls filled with aromatic spices, teas, and Turkish delights.

Next, you’ll board a shared boat for a leisurely cruise along the 博斯普鲁斯海峡, the narrow strait that separates Europe and Asia. As you sail, you’ll take in views of iconic landmarks such as the 多尔玛巴赫切宫, 贝勒贝伊宫, 以及令人印象深刻的 博斯普鲁斯海峡大桥. You’ll also pass ancient citadels, elegant mansions, and the picturesque shorelines of both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul.

After the cruise, you will return to your hotel around 12:15 pm to collect your luggage before being transferred to the airport for your domestic flight to Denizli, which takes approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes. Upon arrival in Denizli, our team will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Pamukkale.

After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel, and around 10:30 am, you will be picked up for a full-day tour of 棉花堡 和 希拉波利斯.

The first destination is the ancient city of Hierapolis, where you will explore notable sites such as the Temple of Apollo, 令人印象深刻 剧院, the expansive 墓地, 以及 罗马浴场. You will also encounter other significant landmarks like the 多米提安门, 弗朗蒂努斯街, ， 这 集市, 以及 Byzantine Gate.

At approximately 12:30 pm, you’ll have an hour of free time to explore Pamukkale on your own. Stroll along the terraces of calcified mineral pools and take in the surreal landscape. If you’re interested, you can swim in the renowned 棉花堡古董泳池, also known as Cleopatra’s Pool, though entry is at your own expense.

Following your free time, you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, you’ll visit 卡拉哈伊特, home to the famous 红泉, known for their therapeutic red-colored thermal waters.

Afterward, you’ll return to Pamukkale to witness the natural beauty of the 棉花崖, or Cotton Castle, where stunning white terraces created by mineral-rich waters cascade down the hillside.

After the tour ends around 4:00 pm, you will begin the drive to Kusadasi, which takes approximately 3.5 hours. You can expect to arrive around 7:30 pm, check in to your hotel, and have the rest of the evening to relax. Overnight in Kusadasi.

After breakfast at the hotel around 8:30 am, you will be picked up and met by your tour guide to begin a full-day tour of 以弗所. Explore the ancient 希腊罗马城市以弗所, once a major cultural and commercial hub. Key highlights include the 哈德良神庙, the magnificent 大剧院, 以及 塞尔苏斯图书馆.

After lunch, you’ll visit the 圣母玛利亚之家, believed to be where Mary spent her final years. Then, we will pass by the 阿耳忒弥斯神庙, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, though little remains of this once grand structure. The final stop will be at the 伊萨贝清真寺, a stunning example of 14th-century Seljuk architecture.

After the tour, you will be transferred to Izmir Airport for your flight to Kayseri or Nevsehir via Istanbul. Upon arrival, a representative will be waiting with a sign displaying your name to pick you up and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

For an additional option, you can book an early morning 热气球之旅 to enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the valleys. Please note that this activity comes at an extra cost.

After breakfast around 9:30 am, you will be picked up from your hotel to begin your full-day tour of North Cappadocia. The tour starts with a visit to 德文伦特谷, where you’ll see the region’s famous fairy chimneys, known for their unique shapes. Next, explore 帕萨巴格谷 (Monks Valley), famous for its towering mushroom-shaped rock formations.

You will then drive to the city of 阿瓦诺斯, known for its pottery-making tradition along the banks of the Red River. After lunch, visit the 泽尔维露天博物馆, a stunning complex of ancient cave dwellings and churches that offer insight into the region’s rich monastic history. Towards the end of the tour, you will stop at 乌奇萨尔 for a brief 15-minute visit to enjoy the panoramic views of the area, without entry into the castle.

After the tour is completed, you will be transferred back to your hotel around 4:00 pm. Overnight in Cappadocia.

After breakfast at the hotel around 9:30 am, you will be picked up by your tour guide to begin your full-day tour of South Cappadocia. The tour starts with a visit to the 红谷, where you can explore its famous rock-cut churches and enjoy a scenic 5 km hike through the beautiful 玫瑰谷.

Next, you’ll visit 卡武辛村, known for its ancient houses and churches. Around noon, we’ll stop for lunch. Afterward, the tour continues to 鸽子谷, famous for the thousands of pigeon houses carved into the cliffs.

In the afternoon, you’ll visit either the 卡伊马克勒地下城 或者 奥兹科纳克地下城, where early Christians lived to escape persecution.

After the tour, you will be transferred to either Kayseri or Nevsehir airport, depending on the availability of return flights, for your late evening flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Istanbul (hotel check-out is before 12:00 pm) and then be transferred to Istanbul International Airport according to your flight schedule. This will mark the end of our tour and services.