Ephesus and Pamukkale Tours 2 Days 1 Night from Istanbul by plane
Ephesus and Pamukkale Tours 2 Days 1 Night from Istanbul by plane
Explore Ephesus and Pamukkale on this overnight tour from Istanbul, including all flights and transportation. Traveling with a small group of just 10-15 people or fewer means you'll get personalized attention from your guide as you learn about the ancient history of these sites. Your guide will lead tours of each UNESCO World Heritage Site and be available to answer any questions.
Accommodations, transfers, and some meals are included. Flights from Denizli(Pamukkale) to Istanbul; flights from Istanbul to Ephesus One breakfast and two lunches included All transportation provided Entrances to sites and museums included
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Istanbul
Around 04:00 - 04:45 am our team is going to pick you up from your Istanbul Hotel, then transfer to the airport for your flight to Izmir(Ephesus). When you arrive to the Istanbul Airport you will make your self-check-in with the informations provided to you after you book this package and take your flight. Upon arrival to Izmir Airport, our team will welcome you and transfer to the tour zone.
3 hoursMeryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
House of the Virgin Mary where mother of Jesus Christ spent her final years. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967, and 'unofficially' confirmed its authenticity. Pope John Paul II also visited the shrine in 1979. Pope Benedict XVI visited this shrine in 2006. While their visiting, they gave some gifts for this shrine what you can see during your visit.
2 hoursAncient City of Ephesus
UNESCO listed place Ancient City of Ephesus that is one of the best well-kept Greco- Roman ancient city in the world, famous with Odeon where the music concerts were organized; Domitian Temple that is one of the first temple dedicated for a human; Celsus Library which was the third biggest library in the ancient time; Amphitheatre where is one of the biggest amphitheater in the world with 25.000 people capacity and St. Paul preached to Ephesians; Marble Street; Roman Baths ; Fountains; Temples; Agora; Love House; Public Toilets and more...
2 hoursThe Temple of Artemis
Artemis was the Greek goddess, the virginal huntress and twin of Apollo, who replaced the Titan Selene as Goddess of the Moon. The ancient temple was built around 650 BC to the cult of Artemis, was constructed on a site already sacred to the Anatolian Mother Goddess,Cybele. The temple was financed by the wealthy king of Lydia and marshy ground was selected for the building site as a precaution against future earthquakes.
1 hourKusadasi
Day 2: Pamukkale Terraces & Hierapolis Ancient City Tour
Kusadasi
Breakfast at the hotel and departure around 08:00 – 08:30 and drive 3 hrs for a full-day tour of Pamukkale & Hierapolis.
3 hoursPamukkale Thermal Pools
Cappadocia and Pamukkale are the only places that look for surrealist sites which are not from this world. Today, we will visit Pamukkale which means “cotton castle” in Turkish, and it is a natural site containing hot springs and travertines; terraces of mineral carbonates left by the water flowing with its temperate climate throughout the years. After your guide completed giving the information, you will have free time (1 to 2 hours) to take your time in the terraces of Pamukkale with swimming in the Natural Springs or with exploring the Ancient Ruins of Hierapolis City.
3 hoursHierapolis & Pamukkale
We will also visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The natural sources have been used as a spa since the 2nd century BC, and people came to get some cure. In the Hierapolis Ancient City you will have chance to explore; Gymnasium, Theatre, Hierapolis City Museum, Apollon Temple and many others...
1 hourCleopatra Pools
Cleopatra/Antique Pools is a unique place with natural springs and ancient pillars in it. You will have free time to swim in this place. There is an additional cost of 50 Turkish Lira (around 7.5 EUR) to swim in this place which is charged by the facility.
1 hourDenizli
No accommodation included on this day.
1 hourIncluded
- 1 Night Accommodation
- Professional Licensed Guides
- Flights from Istanbul to Izmir(Ephesus)
- Flights from Denizli(Pamukkale) to Istanbul
- All Airport Transfers
- Enterance Fees to the Museums mentioned in the itinerary
- 2x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 1 night
- 1x Breakfast
- Entry/Admission - Pamukkale Thermal Pools
- Entry/Admission - The Temple of Artemis
- Entry/Admission - Hierapolis & Pamukkale
- Entry/Admission - Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
- Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Ephesus
Not Included
- Drinks during Lunch (if preferred)
- Personal Expenses
- Gratuities
- Cleopatra Pools - 50 Turkish Lira (around 7.5 EUR) to swim in this place
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.