Ephesus Pamukkale Antalya Cappadocia Tour (6 Days)

Ancient Wonders, Natural Beauty & Seamless Travel with Flights Included

Discover the very best of Turkey on this expertly designed 6-day Ephesus Pamukkale Antalya Cappadocia Tour, combining ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, and smooth domestic flights for a stress-free travel experience. Walk through legendary ruins, relax at natural wonders, explore dramatic coastlines, and experience the magical valleys of Cappadocia — all in one unforgettable journey.

This multi-day Turkey tour is ideal for travelers seeking comfort, culture, and iconic sightseeing, with carefully selected hotels, professional licensed guides, and efficient transportation throughout.

Tour Highlights

• Explore the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the world’s best-preserved Greco-Roman cities

• Visit the sacred House of the Virgin Mary, a revered pilgrimage site

• Walk on the dazzling white terraces of Pamukkale (Cotton Castle)

• Discover Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Roman spa city

• Admire the legendary Aspendos Theater, still used for performances today

• Experience the coastal charm of Side Ancient City

• Enjoy scenic views at Manavgat Waterfall

• Explore Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes: Devrent Valley, Pasabag & Zelve

• Capture panoramic views from Uchisar Castle

• Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride over Cappadocia at sunrise

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 | Fly from Istanbul to Izmir – Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tour

Meals: Lunch | Overnight: Kusadasi (4★ Hotel)

Early morning pick-up from your Istanbul hotel (approximately 4:15 AM) and transfer to the domestic airport for your flight to Izmir. Flight departure is scheduled between 06:00 – 08:00 AM, depending on availability.

Upon arrival in Izmir, meet your professional English-speaking guide and transfer to Selçuk to begin your full-day Ephesus tour.

Your exploration starts at the Ancient City of Ephesus, a masterpiece of classical civilization. Walk along marble streets and admire iconic landmarks including:

• Temple of Hadrian

• Trajan Fountain

• Celsus Library

• Great Theater, once seating over 25,000 spectators

After a local lunch, continue to the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be Mary’s final residence. This peaceful sanctuary is one of Turkey’s most important spiritual sites.

Drive past the remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and visit the elegant Isa Bey Mosque, a fine example of Seljuk architecture.

Tour ends around 4:00 PM. Transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi for overnight stay.

Day 2 | Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour – Transfer to Antalya

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch | Overnight: Antalya (Boutique Hotel)

After breakfast and hotel check-out, depart at 08:30 AM for Pamukkale (approx. 3 hours). A short comfort break will be provided en route.

Arrive in Pamukkale around midday and enjoy lunch before beginning your guided tour. Discover the stunning Cotton Cliffs, formed by mineral-rich thermal waters cascading over white travertine terraces.

Continue to the ancient spa city of Hierapolis, where you will explore:

• Roman Theater

• Ancient Baths

• Basilica

• Necropolis

• Domitian Gate

• Temple of Apollo

Enjoy free time to walk the terraces or optionally swim in the famous Cleopatra’s Antique Pool (extra cost).

In the late afternoon, transfer to Denizli Bus Station and board a comfortable intercity coach to Antalya (approx. 5 hours). Upon arrival, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel.

Day 3 | Perge, Aspendos, Side & Manavgat Waterfall

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch | Overnight: Antalya

After breakfast, depart at 08:00 AM for a full-day archaeological and scenic tour.

First, visit Perge Ancient City, one of the most important cities of the Pamphylia region, featuring a stadium, agora, baths, and colonnaded streets.

Continue to the magnificent Aspendos Theater, one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the world, renowned for its exceptional acoustics.

Enjoy lunch beside a scenic riverside restaurant, then proceed to Side Ancient City, a charming coastal settlement with impressive ruins including:

• Side Roman Theater

• Roman Baths

• Temple of Apollo overlooking the sea

Enjoy free time to explore or relax by the Mediterranean.

On the return journey, stop at the picturesque Manavgat Waterfall before heading back to Antalya.

Day 4 | Fly from Antalya to Cappadocia

Meals: Breakfast | Overnight: Cappadocia (Cave Hotel)

After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Antalya Airport for your flight to Kayseri or Nevşehir (via Istanbul if required, subject to availability).

Upon arrival in Cappadocia, meet your driver and transfer to your authentic cave hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore the region at your own pace.

Day 5 | North Cappadocia Tour

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch | Overnight: Cappadocia

Optional early-morning Hot Air Balloon Ride (extra cost) for breathtaking sunrise views over Cappadocia’s valleys.

After breakfast, depart at 09:30 AM for a full-day guided tour of North Cappadocia:

• Devrent Valley – surreal rock formations

• Pasabag (Monks Valley) – iconic fairy chimneys

• Avanos – famous for traditional pottery

After lunch, visit the Zelve Open Air Museum, showcasing ancient cave dwellings and rock-cut churches.

End the day with panoramic photo stops at Uchisar Castle, the highest point in Cappadocia.

Return to your hotel around 4:00 PM.

Day 6 | South Cappadocia Tour – Fly Back to Istanbul

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

After breakfast, depart at 09:30 AM for the South Cappadocia tour:

• Red Valley & Rose Valley – scenic hiking and rock-cut churches

• Cavusin Village – historic Christian settlement

• Pigeon Valley – panoramic viewpoints

• Kaymakli or Ozkonak Underground City, once used by early Christians for shelter

After the tour, transfer to Kayseri or Nevşehir Airport for your evening flight to Istanbul (between 19:00 – 22:00, subject to availability).

Tour services end upon arrival at the airport in Istanbul.

What’s Included

✔ Hotel pick-up in Istanbul (European side)
✔ Domestic flights: Istanbul–Izmir / Antalya–Cappadocia / Cappadocia–Istanbul
✔ Intercity bus ticket: Pamukkale to Antalya
✔ 1 night Kusadasi (4★)
✔ 2 nights Antalya (Boutique Hotel)
✔ 2 nights Cappadocia (Cave Hotel)
✔ Licensed English-speaking guides
✔ All entrance fees mentioned
✔ Meals as specified (B & L)
✔ All local taxes and service charges

Not Included

✘ Istanbul airport hotel drop-off on return
✘ Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride
✘ Optional tours & personal expenses
✘ Drinks with meals
✘ Travel insurance

Highly Recommended in Cappadocia :

• Hot-Air Balloon Flight in Cappadocia: 375 Euros per adult cash payment (no child reduction)
  Hot-Air Balloon Watching Photo Tour by Taxi: 60 Euros per person (no child reduction)
• Whirling Dervishes Show: 40 Euros per person
• Turkish Night (traditional folk dances, belly dancers, unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, 3-course meal, transfer to and from your hotel): 90 Euros per person
• Turkish Baths (Hamam): 90 Euros per person
• Horseriding: 60 Euros per person (1 hour)
• ATV / Quad: 55 Euros  (1 hour)