9-Day Istanbul, Pamukkale, Ephesus & Cappadocia Tour with Flights

Arrive in Istanbul at any time. Upon your arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST) 或者 Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), our team will be waiting for you at the exit of the international arrivals area, holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore the city at your leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, around 8:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full-day guided tour of Istanbul’s most iconic Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks.

首先，访问 圣索菲亚大教堂, 这座建筑杰作曾先后作为大教堂、清真寺，如今已成为博物馆，展示了几个世纪以来的基督教和伊斯兰教遗产。.

接下来，前往 蓝色清真寺, 以其精美的蓝色伊兹尼克瓷砖和六座高耸的宣礼塔而闻名，这是奥斯曼建筑的标志。.

继续行驶，并在以下地点停留： 赛马场, 这里曾是拜占庭社会生活的中心。在这里，您可以欣赏到…… 狄奥多西方尖碑, 蛇柱, ， 和 德国喷泉, 每一件都蕴含着丰富的历史意义。.

游览结束后，您可以在当地餐馆享用午餐，品尝传统的土耳其美食。.

下午，探索 托普卡帕宫, 这里曾是奥斯曼苏丹的住所。您可以漫步于其宏伟的庭院和宝库，还可以选择参观后宫，即苏丹及其家人的私人住所。.

在充满活力的……结束您的一天 大巴扎, 这里是世界上规模最大、历史最悠久的室内市场之一。您可以感受这里热闹的氛围，浏览琳琅满目的商品，从香料、地毯到珠宝、陶瓷，应有尽有。.

At the end of the tour, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel around 5:00 PM. The rest of the evening is yours to relax or explore more of Istanbul at your leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, at around 8:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel for a half-day Bosphorus Cruise. The tour begins with a visit to the Spice Market (Egyptian Bazaar), where you can explore its vibrant stalls and colorful local products. Then, board a shared boat for a scenic cruise along the 博斯普鲁斯海峡, which divides Europe and Asia and connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara.

During the cruise, admire the stunning views of landmarks like the 多尔玛巴赫切宫, 贝勒贝伊宫, 以及 博斯普鲁斯海峡大桥, as well as ancient fortresses and elegant waterfront mansions.

At the end of the cruise, you’ll return to your hotel around 12:15 PM to collect your luggage. You will then be transferred to 伊斯坦布尔机场 您的航班 代尼兹利. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in 棉花堡 for check-in. Overnight in Pamukkale.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel. At around 10:30 AM, you will be picked up to begin your guided Pamukkale tour.

Your first stop is the ancient city of 希拉波利斯, where you will explore significant landmarks including the Temple of Apollo, ， 这 剧院, ， 这 墓地, 以及 罗马浴场, traditionally believed to be the martyrdom site of St. Philip.

After discovering these historical highlights, enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, continue to 卡拉哈伊特, renowned for its red thermal springs and therapeutic waters.

Next, you will visit the world-famous Cotton Cliffs (Pamukkale Travertines), also known as Cotton Castle. You’ll have about 1 小时自由时间 to explore the white terraces and take in the panoramic views. If you wish, you can opt to swim in the 克利奥帕特拉古董泳池, an optional activity available at an additional cost.

At the end of the tour, around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to your hotel in 库萨达斯, arriving by approximately 7:30 PM. Overnight in Kuşadası.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel around 8:30 AM. You will be picked up and meet your guide for a full-day Ephesus Tour, exploring one of the most important cities of the ancient Greek and Roman periods. Highlights include the 哈德良神庙, 宏伟 大剧院, and the elegant 图拉真喷泉.

After lunch, continue to the 圣母玛利亚之家, believed to be where Mary spent her final years. Next, pass by the 阿耳忒弥斯神庙, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, now represented by only a few standing columns.

You’ll conclude the tour with a visit to the 伊萨贝清真寺, a beautiful 14th-century Seljuk structure known for its peaceful ambiance and architectural elegance.

At around 4:00 PM, 您将被转接到 伊兹密尔机场 for your late-evening flight to Kayseri or Nevşehir, via a connecting flight through Istanbul. Upon arrival in Cappadocia, our local representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

For an additional experience, you can opt for an early morning 热气球之旅, offering breathtaking aerial views of Cappadocia’s unique 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 a full-day tour of North Cappadocia. The tour starts with 德文伦特谷, renowned for its surreal fairy chimneys and rock formations that resemble animal shapes. Next, you’ll visit 帕萨巴格谷, also known as Monks Valley, where you can see its distinctive mushroom-shaped pinnacles.

The tour then takes you to the town of 阿瓦诺斯, famous for its pottery and ceramics tradition, where you’ll also stop for lunch. After lunch, continue to the 泽尔维露天博物馆, a site offering a deep look into the region’s monastic history with its ancient carved caves and rock-hewn churches.

Before heading back to your hotel, you’ll have a brief stop to capture panoramic views of 乌奇萨城堡 from the outside, as entry to the castle interior is not allowed.

After the tour ends around 4:00 pm, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax, explore at your own pace, or enjoy optional activities, which are available at an extra cost. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Options include a Turkish Night show with dinner, ，一个 2小时全地形车之旅, ，一个 2-hour horseback riding tour through Cappadocia’s valleys, or a Whirling Dervish show, a mesmerizing display of Sufi tradition.

After breakfast, at approximately 9:30 am, your tour guide will pick you up for a full-day exploration of South Cappadocia. After a briefing on the day’s activities, the tour begins with a visit to 红谷, where you’ll explore its famous rock-cut churches and enjoy a scenic 5 km hike through 玫瑰谷 (Güllüdere Vadisi), known for its stunning natural beauty.

接下来，前往 卡武辛村, a historic settlement featuring ancient houses and churches that once served as homes for Christian clergymen. Around noon, take a break to enjoy a local lunch.

After lunch, continue to 鸽子谷 (Güvercinlik Vadisi), famous for its breathtaking landscapes and pigeon houses carved into the cliffs. Later in the afternoon, explore an underground city, either 卡伊马克勒地下城 或者 奥兹科纳克地下城, which provided shelter for early Christians during times of persecution.

After the tour ends around 4:00 pm, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore the area at your leisure. Overnight in Cappadocia.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel. At around 9:30 AM, you will be picked up to join the full-day Green Tour of Cappadocia. The day begins with a visit to Esentepe, a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Göreme Valley, perfect for stunning photos of the surreal landscape.

Next, head to the 德林库尤地下城, a vast and remarkably preserved underground refuge used by early Christians. This multi-level city includes stables, kitchens, and living quarters, showcasing ancient survival ingenuity.

Then, explore the scenic 伊拉拉谷, where you’ll take a 4 km hike through lush surroundings filled with rock-cut churches. Enjoy lunch by the river in Belisirma Village, a charming local spot nestled in the valley.

After lunch, continue to the majestic 塞利梅寺, carved into towering cliffs, and end the tour at 亚普拉基萨尔, a panoramic lookout known for its cinematic beauty and as a filming location for “Star Wars.”

At around 4:00 PM, you’ll be transferred to Kayseri 或者 Nevşehir Airport for your late evening flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Istanbul (standard check-out time is before 12:00 noon). According to your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Istanbul International Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW). This will be the end of our tour and services.