6 Day itinerary in Turkey, Europe
Explore Istanbul, Ephesus, and Pamukkale
Discover the most majestic sites of Turkey - a seductive land of antiquity and alluring natural wonders - perpetually fascinating and inspiring. Splash in the thermal pools of Pamukkale and gaze in awe upon the spectacular remains of the ancient city of Ephesus.
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Easy
Recommended Age
Everyone
Operated in
English
GUIDANCE
On Some Day Trips
starting point
İstanbul
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Visit markets
Meet local people
Rural home stays
Indigenous culture
Culture & Arts
Start/End
Night
Highlights
Visit to the Imperial Palace of Topkapi
Sightseeing boat cruise through the Bosphorus
Visit Artemis Temple, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world
Visit Pamukkale, the center of natural thermal springs and waters with healing properties
Visit to the Imperial Palace of Topkapi
Sightseeing boat cruise through the Bosphorus
Visit Artemis Temple, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world
Visit Pamukkale, the center of natural thermal springs and waters with healing properties
Itinerary
High-End Accommodation
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Arrival
Arrival in Istanbul. Transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
Accommodation:
- High-End Accommodation: Arena Hotel İstanbul
Day 2
Old City Tour
Old City Tour. The tour begins with a visit to the Imperial Palace of Topkapi, from which Ottoman Sultans ruled their grand empire for over 400 years. Afterward, you will visit Hagia Sophia, a 5th-century church, once the greatest in the world. The next stop is at the Blue Mosque, renowned for its striking blue Iznik tiled interior. Next will be Roman Hippodrome, featuring the Egyptian Obelisk and other important monuments. The tour will end with a stop at the world-famous Grand Bazaar - a shopper's paradise of over 4000 authentic shops. Overnight in Istanbul.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
- High-End Accommodation: Arena Hotel İstanbul
Day 3
Bosphorus Tour
Bosphorus Tour. Begin the day amid the wafting aromas of the Spice Market. This is followed by a sightseeing boat cruise through the Bosphorus, the strait dividing the European and Asian continents where you will admire seeing beautiful palaces, mansions, parks, and charming small villages along the shores of both sides. In the afternoon, you will visit Beylerbeyi Palace, the summer residence of the sultans, and Camlica Hill which is the highest point of the city where you can see a spectacular panoramic view of the city. Overnight in Istanbul.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
- High-End Accommodation: Arena Hotel İstanbul
Day 4
Flight from Istanbul to Izmir and transfer to Kusadasi
Transfer to the airport. Flight from Istanbul to Izmir. Arrival and transfer. Full-day Ephesus Tour. The tour will begin at the remains of the Artemis Temple, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Next, visit the spectacular site of Ephesus, undoubtedly the most superbly preserved Greco-Roman city in the world. In the afternoon, visit the House of Virgin Mary, reputed to be where she spent her final days. The tour ends by visiting the old Seljuk Mosque of Isabey in Selcuk. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
- High-End Accommodation: İlayda Hotel
Day 5
Pamukkale Tour
Pamukkale Tour. We will drive to Pamukkale, the center of natural thermal springs and waters with healing properties. You will visit cascading travertines, the ancient city of Hierapolis which has the largest Nekropol in Anatolia with 1200 gravestones. Overnight in Pamukkale.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
- High-End Accommodation: Melrose Viewpoint Hotel
Day 6
Departure
Transfer to the airport. Flight back to Istanbul. End of our services
Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included
Accommodation
- Arena Hotel İstanbul
- İlayda Hotel
- Melrose Viewpoint Hotel
Meals
- Breakfast (5)
- Lunch (4)
Transport
- Shared ground transfer Izmir to Kusadasi
- Shared ground transfer Kusadasi to Pamukkale
- Domestic flight Pamukkale to Istanbul
- Airport pick up and drop off Istanbul
- Domestic flight from Istanbul to Izmir
Activities
- Visit to the Imperial Palace of Topkapi
- Visit the Blue Mosque
- Stop at the world famous Grand Bazaar
- Sightseeing boat cruise through the Bosphorus
- Visit Beylerbeyi Palace
- Visit the remains of the Artemis Temple
- Visit the spectacular site of Ephesus
Not Included
- International Flights
- Meals not specified as included
- Tips for Guides and Drivers
- Travel Insurance
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$911.00 USD