2 Days Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul by Bus

Budget-Friendly | Guaranteed Departure | Guided Small Group Experience

Tour Overview

Experience two of Turkey’s most iconic UNESCO destinations on this 2-Day Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul by Overnight Bus. Designed for travelers seeking an affordable yet comprehensive cultural journey, this tour combines the ancient wonders of Ephesus, the sacred House of the Virgin Mary, and the natural beauty of Pamukkale’s white travertines — all with professional guiding and hotel accommodation included.

Travel overnight by comfortable intercity bus, enjoy guided sightseeing with licensed local experts, and return to Istanbul with unforgettable memories of Turkey’s classical and natural heritage.

👉 Ideal for budget-conscious travelers, backpackers, and history lovers.

Tour Details

• Tour Style: Group Tour

• Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night (overnight bus travel)

• Departures: Daily – Guaranteed

• Transportation: Overnight intercity bus & air-conditioned vehicles

• Highlights:

  • Ephesus Ancient City

  • Celsus Library & Great Theatre

  • Temple of Artemis

  • House of the Virgin Mary

  • Pamukkale Travertines (Cotton Castle)

  • Hierapolis & Necropolis

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 | Istanbul → Overnight Bus to Kuşadası / Selçuk

You are kindly requested to be at our office by 18:00 (6:00 PM) to use the free shuttle service to Istanbul Main Bus Station.

Meeting Point:
YUME TRAVEL
Küçük Ayasofya Caddesi No:57
Sultanahmet / Istanbul
(Located near the taxi station on Küçük Ayasofya Street)
☎ +90 212 458 99 21

21:00 – Departure from Istanbul Bus Station by comfortable overnight intercity bus.

Overnight: On the bus

Day 2 | Arrival → Ephesus Tour → Kuşadası Overnight

08:00 AM – Arrival at Kuşadası / Selçuk Bus Station
Meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel to freshen up.

Ephesus Ancient City Tour

Begin your full-day guided tour with a visit to:

• Temple of Artemis – One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (site visit)

• Ephesus Ancient City, one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman cities in the world:

  • Library of Celsus

  • Great Theatre

  • Agora & Marble Streets

  • Odeon

  • Temple of Domitian

  • Trajan Fountain

  • Roman Latrines

After lunch, continue to the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be where she spent her final days.

After the tour, transfer to your hotel in Kuşadası.

Overnight: Kuşadası
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Hotel: 4-Star Hotel or similar

Day 3 | Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour → Overnight Bus to Istanbul

After breakfast, depart for Pamukkale, famous for its thermal waters and dazzling white terraces.

Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour

• Pamukkale Travertines (Cotton Castle)
  Walk barefoot on the white calcium terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal waters.

• Hierapolis Ancient City

  • Roman Theatre

  • Ancient streets

  • Necropolis – the largest ancient cemetery in Anatolia with over 1,200 tombs

  • Sacred Pool (Cleopatra’s Pool) – optional swimming opportunity

After lunch, enjoy free time for photos and relaxation.

21:00 – Departure by overnight bus from Pamukkale back to Istanbul.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight: On the bus

Day 4 | Arrival in Istanbul – End of Services

Morning arrival at Istanbul Bus Station.

From here, you may return to Sultanahmet by free shuttle, metro, taxi, or on your own.

⚠️ Important Note:
No hotel transfer service is provided upon arrival in Istanbul.

End of Our Services

What’s Included

• ✔️ Intercity bus tickets

  • Istanbul → Kuşadası

  • Pamukkale → Istanbul

• ✔️ Transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicles

• ✔️ Professional English-speaking licensed guide

• ✔️ 1 night accommodation in Kuşadası (4-star hotel or similar)

• ✔️ Hotel breakfast & dinner

• ✔️ All lunches during tours

• ✔️ Entrance fees to all scheduled museums & sites

• ✔️ Parking & local service charges

Not Included

• ❌ Drinks during meals

• ❌ Tips for guide & driver

• ❌ Personal expenses

• ❌ Optional tours & activities