Cultural Gems: 4-Day Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Ephesus Tour

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Details

4 Days | 3 Nights

Tour Types: Private
Runs: Every Day
Accommodation:
Minimum Age:

Tour Description


Experience the best of Turkey's cultural treasures on this 4-day tour. Explore the fairy-tale landscapes of Cappadocia, marvel at the natural terraces of Pamukkale, and discover the ancient wonders of Ephesus. Join us for an unforgettable journey through Turkey's rich history and vibrant culture.

Highlights

  • Explore the unique rock formations and underground cities of Cappadocia, including Göreme Open-Air Museum and the fairy chimneys.
  • Visit the stunning white travertine terraces of Pamukkale and the ancient city of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Discover the ancient ruins of Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Artemis, and the Great Theatre.
  • Experience the rich culture of Turkey through traditional Turkish meals and visits to local markets.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Cappadocia Airport - Northern Cappadocia Tour    

1 Stop

1

Goreme Panorama - Open Air Museum - Ortahisar - Red River

After your arrival to Cappadocia Airport, pick up at the exit of first gate by driver. (Holding a sign with your name on it.) Then start the Northern Cappadocia Tour. Visits to Goreme Panorama which has a stunning view of Goreme Village, land of fairy chimneys, Open Air Museum which is the biggest monastery complex of the region. Then visiting Ortahisar, a typical village with its castle and cave food storage and Pasabag,(Fairy Chimney valley) which has mushroom like formed rocks and very interesting fairy chimney forms. We pass through the Imagination valley, Devrent, where you have the impression that animals are petrified in the rocks. Midday, lunch break in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, walking along the Red River which is the longest river of Turkey and visiting small village very famous with its pottery workshops. Here, you will have a chance to see how the pottery is made and if you like you may also try. End of the day, going back to hotel but passing through Love Valley which has incredible view. Arrival to hotel, free time and overnight in Cappadocia.
Lunch

Day 2
Southern Cappadocia Tour    

1 Stop

1

Uchisar Castle - Cavusin Village - Kaymaklı Underground City

Pick up from hotel around 09:30-10:00am by the tour guide and start the Southern Cappadocia Tour. Visiting Uchisar Castle which is the biggest fairy chimney used as a fortress by many civilizations. Hiking about 4 km in Red Valley and passing through Rose Valley by exploring rock churches which saved early Christians from Roman prosecution. Arriving to Cavusin village as an ancient settlement of the region and you may see its cave residences. Midday, lunch break in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visiting Kaymaklı Underground City as the widest of the Cappadocia and it was used by refugees or people running away from catastrophes. Pigeon Valley offers a nice view over Uchisar Castle and it has pigeons still living in pigeon houses. The last visit to Three Beauties Valley which is famous with its vine factories and stunning view. End of the tour, transfer to local bus station to take intercity Pamukkale bus (aprx. 10 hours) Overnight bus to Pamukkale.
Breakfast & Lunch

Day 3
Pamukkale Tour    

1 Stop

1

Pamukkale - Hierapolis Ancient City

Arrival to Pamukkale, pick up by the agent and transfer to hotel for couple of hours to freshen up. Then pick up by the representative around 10:30-11:00 am to start the Pamukkale-Hierapolis Tour. Pamukkale has hot springs and travertines, terraces of carbonate minerals left by the flowing and cooling water, seems like cotton that’s why it is called ‘Cotton Castle- Pamukkale’ by Turks. Visit to Hierapolis Ancient City as a Unesco World Heritage Site and used to be visited by people to soothe their aliments during the retirement and also die there. As a refreshment, you can walk on terraces or swim in Cleopatra Swimming Pool. (Optional). Midday, lunch break in a local restaurant. End of the tour transfer to hotel in Kusadasi / Selcuk. (3-4 hours drive)
Breakfast & Lunch

Day 4
Ephesus Tour - Cappadoccia Airport    

1 Stop

1

Artemis Temple - House of Virgin Mary

After breakfast at the hotel, pick up by the tour guide around 09:00-09:30 am and start the Ephesus Tour. Visits to Artemis Temple which used to be one of the 7 wonders of ancient world, Ephesus Ancient City, Hadrian Temple, Celcius Library, Theater, Hamams and Old Harbor. Midday, lunch break in a local restaurant. Last visit to House of Virgin Mary where Virgin Mary spent her last 5 years before she died and recognized as a pilgrimage place by Vatican. According to your departure time, transfer to airport to take a flight to Istanbul.
Breakfast & Lunch

Inclusions


  • 2 nights accommodation with breakfast in Cappadocia
  • 1 night accommodation with breakfast in Kusadasi
  • Domestic flights (15kg baggage allowance)
  • Airport Transfers and Bus Tickets
  • Lunch on tours
  • Entrance fees for sights and museums mentioned on the itinerary
  • Professional English speaking guide

Exclusions


  •  Travel Insurance 
  •  Meals and beverage not stated.  
  •  Optional Tours 
  •  Tips and personal expense  

Practical Info


• The price is calculated for this itinerary. Modified itineraries may result in higher costs.
• Any change in the number of passengers affects the quote.
• The driver/tour guide escorts according to the booked itinerary, he is not 24/7 at your disposal.
• Official check in time at hotels 15:00 – check out time at hotels 12:00.
• We do not check the availability of accommodation when planning your trip. Once you booked and any hotel is not available, we search an alternative and inform you.

How to Book this Tour


- After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. You need to pay then a 25% deposit by credit card or by bank transfer. The full payment is due latest 14 days before tour start.
- Cancellations or changes need to be sent in written form. Charges are as follows:
• 5% of the total price of the trip for cancellations from the date of booking until 41 days before departure.
• 50% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 40 to 15 days before departure.
• 100% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 14 to 01 days before departure or no show.
- For refunds we do not cover transaction fees charged by credit card companies and banks.
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