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Experience the 2-Day Pamukkale and Ephesus Tour from Istanbul by Flight, where ancient wonders meet natural beauty. On the first day, explore the UNESCO site of Hierapolis with its Roman Baths, Temple of Apollo, and Necropolis, then walk barefoot on the stunning Pamukkale travertine terraces, with an optional swim in Cleopatra’s Pool. After overnight stay in Kuşadası, discover Ephesus highlights such as the Library of Celsus, Great Theater, and Temple of Hadrian, plus the House of Virgin Mary and the remains of Artemis Temple. A perfect journey blending history, culture, and nature.
Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul around 4:00 AM and transferred to the airport for your flight to Denizli. Upon arrival, you will be met by your tour guide and begin your full-day tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis.
First, explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through historical landmarks such as the Necropolis, Roman Baths, Temple of Apollo, Theater, and Cleopatra’s Antique Pool (optional entrance, extra cost).
Next, you’ll have the chance to walk barefoot on the famous Pamukkale travertine terraces, also known as the "Cotton Castle," where thermal waters have created stunning white calcium formations over thousands of years.
After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kuşadası for check-in.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will check out and be picked up at 8:30 AM for a full-day tour of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world.
You will explore the highlights of Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus, Great Theater, Temple of Hadrian, and Trajan Fountain.
After lunch, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be the final home of Mary, the mother of Jesus. You will also see the remains of the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
At the end of the tour, around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to Izmir Airport for your evening flight back to Istanbul, departing between 7:00 and 10:00 PM. END OF OUR SERVICES AND TOUR.
Please note: Transportation from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to your hotel in Istanbul is not included in the tour price.
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If you need to cancel your tour or change your travel dates, please notify us at least 5 days before the tour start date. As this tour includes domestic flights and bus tickets, which are non-refundable, the cost of these tickets will be deducted from your payment and the remaining balance refunded to you. For cancellations or date changes made less than 5 days before the start date, no refund will be issued and the booking will be treated under our no-show policy.
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