2-Day Pamukkale & Ephesus Escape from Istanbul: Cotton Castle, Ancient Cities & Flights (PAMEPHPKG-03)

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Overview

  • Duration:2 days 0 nights
  • Tour Type:Group tour, Single City Tour
  • Language:English, Turkish
Discover Turkey’s west coast highlights—Pamukkale’s white terraces and the ancient city of Ephesus—in just two unforgettable days.

Overview:
This 1-night/2-day West Turkey escape from Istanbul is ideal for travelers short on time who want to experience two of Turkey’s most iconic UNESCO sites. With domestic flights included, you’ll explore Pamukkale’s dazzling travertines and Hierapolis ruins on day one, then uncover the ancient wonders of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary on day two—guided by experts with seamless transfers throughout.
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Highlights

  • Two UNESCO sites in just 2 days
  • Pamukkale’s Cotton Castle + Ancient Ephesus combined
  • Flights, hotels, meals & tours included
  • Ideal short west-coast add-on from Istanbul
  • Expert guides and small groups for a smooth experience

Includes/Excludes

  • Domestic flights (Istanbul → Denizli / Izmir → Istanbul)
  • 1 night accommodation in Kuşadası
  • 1 full-day Pamukkale tour
  • 1 full-day Ephesus tour
  • Daily breakfast + 2 lunches
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Airport & hotel transfers
  • Transportation in A/C non-smoking vehicle
  • Museum entrance fees, parking & road tolls
  • Small-group touring
  • All local taxes and service charges
  • Cleopatra’s Pool entrance fee
  • Optional activities
  • International airfare
  • Turkey entry visa (if required)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guide and driver
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

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Day 1 – Fly to Denizli & Pamukkale (Cotton Castle)

      • Meals: Lunch | Tour Time: 09:30–15:30

        • Early morning transfer from your Istanbul hotel to the airport

        • Flight to Denizli and transfer to the tour meeting point

        • Full-day Pamukkale tour including:

          • Visit to Karahayit, famous for red, green & white thermal pools

          • Walk the white travertines of Pamukkale

          • Guided exploration of Hierapolis (necropolis, theatre, baths, agora)

          • Free time on the terraces; lunch at a local restaurant

          • Optional swim at Cleopatra’s Pool (not included)

        • Drive to Kuşadası; hotel check-in

        • Overnight stay in Kuşadası

Day 2 – Ephesus Ancient Wonders & Return to Istanbul

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch | Tour Time: 08:30–16:30

  • Breakfast at hotel

  • Full-day Ephesus tour featuring:

    • Visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, a major pilgrimage site

    • Guided walk through Ephesus, one of the best-preserved classical cities

    • Highlights including the Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Temple of Hadrian & Gate of Augustus

    • Lunch at a local Turkish restaurant

    • Visit to Isa Bey Mosque (1375)

    • Stop at the ruins of the Temple of Artemis

  • Evening transfer to Izmir Airport

  • Flight back to Istanbul and hotel transfer

  • End of services

Frequently asked questions

Can I create my own customized travel plan?

Yes offcourse. Customer can create their own customized tour plan.

I'm a solo traveller, is there a single supplement?

Yes, anyone can avail this tour package whether a solo traveler or a large group.

Is there any group discount?

Yes, we have discounted pricing for groups over 5 person. Just contact our support team to avail the discount.

Which currency is most widely accepted on this tour?

– Euro (EUR)
– Turkish Lira (TRY)
– US Dollar (USD)

What is the payment process?

We have flexible payment process

Full advance payment
Partial Booking Payment
Payment on Arrival
We accept Bank Transfer, Pay via Link (All Cards Accepted), Western Union Money Transfer and other payment methods on request.

What is cancellation policy?

Domestic flights are non-refundable once booked.
Hotel bookings must be canceled at least 7 days in advance to avoid penalties.
All other arrangements are fully refundable.
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