5 Days Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul
Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Ephesus Tour Package from Istanbul
Explore Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale in 5 days from Istanbul with flights, hotels, guided tours, and all transfers included.
Tour Overview
Discover the wonders of Turkey on our carefully crafted 5 Days Cappadocia, Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul. This immersive journey takes you through the surreal valleys of Cappadocia, the ancient streets of Ephesus, and the dazzling white terraces of Pamukkale—all with guided tours, domestic flights, comfortable accommodations, and airport transfers included.
- Explore Cappadocia—a land of fairy chimneys, cave churches, and underground cities.
- Visit Ephesus—one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world, home to the Library of Celsus and the Great Theater.
- Marvel at Pamukkale—a natural wonder of cascading white travertines and the ancient city of Hierapolis.
- Domestic flights and ground transfers are included for a smooth travel experience.
- Professional local guides will accompany you at each destination for historical and cultural insight.
- Hand-picked hotel accommodations with breakfast and select lunches included.
Perfect for travelers who want to see Turkey’s iconic highlights in a short time, this 5-day itinerary blends history, culture, and nature into one unforgettable adventure.
Tour Itinerary
Fly to Cappadocia & Full Day CappadociaTour
Meal: Lunch
04:00 – Our team will pick you up from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia.
06:35 – Flight to Kayseri or Nevşehir. (Flight time may vary depending on availability and tour date.)
07:50 – Upon arrival, you will be welcomed at the airport and transferred to the Cappadocia tour region.
Today’s adventure will take you through the most iconic and breathtaking landscapes of North Cappadocia, filled with fairy chimneys, cave settlements, and panoramic viewpoints.
- Devrent Valley – Also known as Imagination Valley, this area is famous for its whimsical rock formations resembling animals and mystical shapes formed by nature.
- Pasabag (Monks Valley) – Home to some of Cappadocia’s most stunning and towering fairy chimneys, where ancient monks once lived in solitude.
- Goreme Panoramic Viewpoint – Get a sweeping view over Göreme’s unique landscape filled with cave dwellings, volcanic rocks, and hidden churches.
- Avanos Pottery Workshop – Visit a local pottery workshop in the town of Avanos, where artisans craft ceramics using techniques passed down since the Hittite period.
- Zelve Open Air Museum – Explore this historical ghost village composed of cave houses, tunnels, and chapels, once inhabited by both Muslims and Christians until the 1950s.
- Uchisar Castle (Outside View) – Marvel at the natural rock fortress rising above Cappadocia’s valleys, offering an iconic silhouette visible from all around the region.
17:00 – At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia.
Overnight stay in Cappadocia
Second Full Day Cappadocia Tour
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Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
09:00 – After breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up and join the group for a full-day guided tour of South Cappadocia—an area filled with spiritual valleys, scenic viewpoints, and underground secrets.
- Rose Valley – One of the most visually striking valleys in Cappadocia, Rose Valley is known for its soft pink-hued rocks and scenic hiking paths that glow at sunset. The valley is also home to hidden churches carved into the cliffs.
- Underground City – Venture into a mysterious multi-level underground city, once used by early Christians to hide from invaders. You’ll explore tunnels, living quarters, and communal spaces built entirely beneath the surface.
- Pigeon Valley – Named after the pigeon houses carved into the cliffs, this peaceful valley offers panoramic views and a look into how locals once relied on pigeons for communication and fertilizer.
- Gulludere (Gül Valley) – A hidden gem for nature lovers, Gulludere Valley features unique rock formations, scattered cave churches, and quiet walking paths filled with Cappadocia’s natural charm.
- Cavusin Village – An abandoned Greek village with stone houses and churches, Cavusin is one of the oldest settlements in the region. Its dramatic cliffside setting is a photographer’s dream.
At midday, you’ll enjoy a delicious Turkish lunch at a local restaurant, offering fresh regional dishes in a cozy setting.
17:00 – At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cappadocia.
Overnight stay in Cappadocia
Fly to Izmir from Cappadocia & Free Day
Meal: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport in Cappadocia for your flight to Izmir.
Generally there is no direct flight to Izmir from Cappadocia.
If there is a direct flight on your travel date, we will book it for you.
If there is no direct flight, you will fly to Izmir through Istanbul.
Upon arrival at Izmir Airport, our team will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel in Kuşadası. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this lovely Aegean coastal town at your own pace.
Overnight stay in Kuşadası
Full Day Ephesus Tour
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
08:30 – After breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up and transferred to Selçuk to begin your guided full-day Ephesus tour.
- House of the Virgin Mary – Located on Mount Bülbül, this peaceful shrine is believed to be where the Virgin Mary spent her final years. It is a sacred pilgrimage site for both Christians and Muslims, surrounded by pine trees and prayer walls.
- Ephesus Ancient City – One of the best-preserved Greco-Roman cities in the world. You’ll walk on ancient marble streets and visit:
- Library of Celsus – An architectural marvel once housing over 12,000 scrolls.
- Great Theater – A massive arena that could seat 25,000 people, still used for performances today.
- Odeon – A smaller covered theater for music and council meetings.
- Agora – The bustling heart of commerce in Roman times.
- Domitian Temple – A shrine to Emperor Domitian, one of the earliest examples of imperial cult in Ephesus.
- Hadrian’s Gate – A beautifully preserved monumental entrance from the 2nd century.
- Fountain of Trajan – Dedicated to Emperor Trajan, adorned with Roman statues.
- Skolastika Baths – A Roman bath complex used for socializing and cleansing.
- Kuretler Street – The main road connecting major monuments, lined with statues and columns.
- Roman Latrines – Shared public toilets showcasing the engineering of the time.
- Bouleuterion (Council House) – Where the city council held meetings and made civic decisions.
- Temple of Artemis – Once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Only a few columns remain today, but its historic value is immeasurable.
16:00 – The Ephesus tour ends and you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kuşadası or Selçuk.
Overnight stay in Kuşadası
Full Day Pamukkale Tour & Fly to Istanbul
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
08:00 – You will be picked up from your hotel in Kuşadası or Selçuk and transferred to Pamukkale. The journey takes approximately 3 hours.
Upon arrival, your guided tour of Pamukkale and the ancient city of Hierapolis begins. This region is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its surreal white travertine terraces and well-preserved Roman ruins.
- Pamukkale Travertines – Walk barefoot on the dazzling white calcium terraces created by thermal spring waters. The mineral-rich waters have been used for healing for thousands of years.
- Hierapolis Ancient City – Founded as a healing center in the 2nd century BC, the city flourished during Roman times. Explore a range of impressive ruins including:
- Frontinus Street – The grand colonnaded avenue once lined with shops and baths.
- Necropolis – One of the largest ancient cemeteries in Anatolia with over 1,200 tombs and sarcophagi.
- Roman Theater – A well-preserved theater with a capacity of over 12,000, still showcasing its detailed stage and seating.
- Temple of Apollo – The sacred heart of Hierapolis built over an active seismic fault.
- Plutonium – A mystical cave believed by the ancients to be an entrance to the underworld due to its toxic gas emissions.
- Roman Baths & Basilica Bath – Large bathing complexes used for relaxation and purification.
- Agora – The city’s commercial center where traders and locals once gathered.
- Antique (Cleopatra) Pool – Optional: You may choose to swim among ancient marble columns in warm thermal waters (entry fee not included).
After the tour, enjoy a local lunch at a traditional Turkish restaurant.
16:00 – Pamukkale tour ends. You will be transferred to Denizli Airport for your return flight to Istanbul.
19:30 – Flight to Istanbul (Please note: Flight time may vary depending on availability.)
20:45 – Arrival at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
Our staff will welcome you at the airport and escort you to your hotel.
Comfortable transfer to your hotel in Istanbul.
Your 5 Days Cappadocia, Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour Package ends here. Thank you for choosing us!
What's Included
Included
- Mentioned Internal flight tickets
- Professional tour guide on the tours
- 2-nights in Kusadasi hotel
- 2-nights in Cappadocia hotel
- Meals mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
- Car park, gasoline, highway, and bridge fees
- All transportations in the tours
- Local taxes and service charges
- All airport transfers as mentioned
Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Drinks at lunch
- Unmentioned meals
- Entrance to the antique pool in Pamukkale
Hotel Options
If you have a preferred hotel, please mention it in the "Additional Request" section at checkout.
We’ll do our best, but your booking will be made at one of the listed hotels or a similar-quality option based on availability.
Important Remarks
Please read the following important information carefully before booking. These remarks contain essential details about your tour experience.
- Domestic flights from Istanbul to Cappadocia and from Denizli (Pamukkale) to Istanbul are included and arranged based on availability. Flight times may vary slightly depending on the season and airline schedule.
- In most cases, there is no direct flight from Cappadocia to Izmir. If a direct flight is available on your travel date, it will be arranged. Otherwise, a connected flight via Istanbul will be used, and arrival in Kuşadası may be around midnight.
- Guided tours in Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale are conducted by licensed English-speaking tour guides.
- Cleopatra’s Pool (Ancient Pool) in Pamukkale is optional and its entrance fee is not included in the tour price.
- Hotel check-in and check-out times follow standard rules. Early check-in and late check-out depend on hotel availability and are not guaranteed.
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Your journey begins in the early morning hours of Istanbul, when the city is still wrapped in sleep. As your plane lifts into the Anatolian skies, a new world awaits—Cappadocia, the land of fairy chimneys and cave churches carved by wind, fire, and ancient faiths.
Upon arrival, you’re greeted by surreal landscapes. In Devrent Valley, you see rocks shaped like camels and seals, naturally formed by time and imagination. You explore the monastery-filled Pasabag Valley and watch artisans mold pottery in Avanos. Later, from panoramic viewpoints and open-air museums, you witness the spirit of early Christianity and volcanic artistry fused into stone.
Your second day takes you deeper underground—literally. In Red Valley and Çavuşin Village, you walk among cave dwellings and eroded cliffs before descending into an underground city, where early Christians once lived and hid. The cool, silent tunnels whisper forgotten prayers and survival stories.
Next, you travel to the west—into the white. At Pamukkale, the terraced travertines glisten under the sun. You step barefoot through warm, mineral-rich pools and explore Hierapolis, a Roman spa city that once drew emperors and healers. The amphitheater, necropolis, and temples tell tales of a civilization obsessed with beauty and eternity.
Your final stop is majestic Ephesus—where history still walks beside you. As you stroll down marble streets, past the towering Library of Celsus, Great Theater, and Temple of Hadrian, you feel the pulse of the Roman Empire. On the nearby mountain, the humble House of Virgin Mary offers a quiet, sacred finale to your journey.
From the mysticism of cave valleys to the brilliance of Roman ruins and the serenity of natural wonders—this 5-day adventure gives you not just a tour, but a timeless connection to the soul of Turkey.
The 5-day tour to Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale was an amazing experience! Cappadocia’s rock formations were unlike anything I’ve ever seen, and the hot air balloon ride was one of the highlights of my trip. Ephesus was rich in history, and Pamukkale’s stunning terraces were the perfect place to relax. The guide was extremely knowledgeable, and the entire tour was very well-organized. The hotels were comfortable, and the pace of the trip was perfect. This is a fantastic way to explore the best of Turkey.
The 5-day tour was absolutely perfect! Cappadocia’s landscapes were magical, and the hot air balloon ride was an experience I’ll never forget. Ephesus was full of ancient history, and exploring the ruins was fascinating. Pamukkale’s stunning white terraces were like nothing I’ve seen before, and the warm waters were so relaxing. The guide was fantastic and made each day exciting. The hotels were comfortable, and the entire tour was organized flawlessly. I highly recommend this trip to anyone visiting Turkey.
I had the best time on this 5-day tour! Cappadocia’s landscapes were mesmerizing, and the hot air balloon ride was something I’ll never forget. Ephesus’s ancient ruins were fascinating, and it was amazing to walk through history. Pamukkale’s terraces were breathtaking, and the thermal waters were a perfect way to unwind. Our guide was excellent, and the accommodations were top-notch. The whole trip was seamless and well-organized, making it an experience I’ll cherish forever.
5-day tour was a perfect mix of adventure and history. The hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s valleys was breathtaking. Pamukkale’s white travertine terraces looked surreal. Ephesus offered an impressive walk through ancient ruins. The trip was very well organized.
5-day tour was one of the best trips I’ve ever taken. The landscapes in Cappadocia were stunning, and the hot air balloon ride was an unforgettable highlight. Ephesus was an incredible historical site, and walking among the ancient ruins was awe-inspiring. Pamukkale’s terraces were absolutely beautiful, and the thermal waters were a great way to relax. The guide was wonderful, making the whole trip enjoyable and educational. The accommodations were comfortable, and everything was well-organized. I highly recommend this tour!
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