5 Days Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Troy Tour from Istanbul
Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Troy Tour Package
Short on time? See Turkey’s top highlights in 5 days with flights, hotels & expert-guided tours—all starting from Istanbul.
Tour Overview
Visit Turkey’s top highlights in just five days! This all-in-one tour covers the magical valleys of Cappadocia, the white terraces of Pamukkale, the Roman ruins of Ephesus, and the legendary city of Troy—with domestic flights, hotel stays, guided tours, and all transfers included.
- Discover fairy chimneys and cave churches in Cappadocia
- Walk barefoot on Pamukkale travertines and explore Hierapolis
- Wander through ancient Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary
- Stand before the Trojan Horse and explore 3700-year-old ruins
- Enjoy flights, hotels, transfers, and expert guides—all arranged for you
If you have limited time but want to see Turkey’s most iconic destinations, this is the tour that covers it all—hassle-free and unforgettable.
Tour Itinerary
Fly from Istanbul to Cappadocia & Full Day Cappadocia Tour
Meal: Lunch
Early in the morning, our staff will pick you up from your hotel in Istanbul.
You will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia.
06:35 – Flight from Istanbul to Kayseri or Nevşehir (Flight time may change according to season and availability.)
07:50 – Arrival at the airport. Meet our team and transfer to the tour starting point.
Today, you will explore the stunning natural formations and cultural highlights of North Cappadocia on a fully guided Red Tour.
- Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley) – A dreamlike landscape filled with animal-shaped rock formations created by natural erosion. It’s a perfect place to let your imagination run wild.
- Pasabag (Monks Valley) – Famous for its mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys and ancient monk dwellings carved into the rock cones.
- Avanos Pottery Workshop – Visit a traditional pottery atelier in the town of Avanos, known for its centuries-old ceramic craftsmanship using red clay from the Kızılırmak River.
- Lunch Break – Enjoy a freshly prepared Turkish meal at a local restaurant.
- Goreme Panoramic Viewpoint – Witness sweeping views of the fairy chimneys and cave homes of Göreme, one of Cappadocia’s most iconic towns.
- Zelve Open Air Museum – Explore this abandoned village of interconnected cave dwellings, tunnels, and early Christian churches carved into the soft tuff rock.
- Uchisar Castle (Exterior View) – View the tallest natural rock formation in Cappadocia, once used as a fortress offering expansive valley views.
17:00 – The tour ends, and you will be transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia.
You can join the Turkish Night Show tonight. Add it during booking under the extra activities section.
Overnight stay in Cappadocia
Full Day Cappadocia Tour & Bus to Pamukkale
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Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
09:30 – After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the tour meeting point to begin your full-day South Cappadocia adventure.
Today’s journey explores the more tranquil and historically rich parts of Cappadocia, where cave villages, panoramic valleys, and hidden underground cities await.
- Red Valley – Famous for its vibrant red and rose-colored rock formations, this valley is a favorite for hiking and photography—especially beautiful during sunrise and sunset.
- Çavuşin Village – One of the oldest villages in Cappadocia, known for its rock-cut dwellings and ancient churches. You’ll explore the remains of this once-bustling Christian settlement built into cliffs.
- Lunch Break – Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant in the heart of Cappadocia.
- Pigeon Valley – Named after the thousands of pigeon houses carved into the soft rock, this valley offers excellent views and insights into traditional farming practices of the region.
- Underground City – Discover one of Cappadocia’s vast underground cities (Kaymaklı or Derinkuyu), where early Christians took refuge from Roman persecution. These multi-level cities include stables, kitchens, and ventilation shafts carved deep into the earth.
17:00 – At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to the Cappadocia bus station.
20:00 – Overnight bus to Pamukkale. The journey takes approximately 10 hours with scheduled rest stops.
Overnight onboard
Arrive in Pamukkale & Pamukkale Day Tour & Transfer to Kuşadası
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
05:30 – 06:00 – Arrival at Denizli Bus Station. You will be picked up and transferred to a local hotel in Pamukkale for freshening up and breakfast before the tour begins.
09:30 – You will be picked up from your hotel and join the guided Pamukkale tour with a professional English-speaking guide.
- Karahayıt Red Springs – Visit the iron-rich hot springs that naturally dye the surrounding rocks red. This lesser-known site offers an interesting contrast to the white travertines of Pamukkale.
- Hierapolis Ancient City – Explore the vast archaeological site featuring the Roman Theater, Necropolis, Temple of Apollo, Frontinus Street, Bath-Basilica, and Plutonium—once believed to be a gateway to the underworld.
- Travertine Terraces of Pamukkale – Walk barefoot across the iconic white calcium pools formed by millennia of thermal spring water flow. A breathtaking natural phenomenon and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Cleopatra’s Pool (Optional) – During free time, you may choose to swim in the famous thermal pool with submerged ancient columns (entrance fee not included).
16:00 – After the tour ends, you will be transferred to Kuşadası by comfortable vehicle (approx. 3 hours).
Overnight stay in Kuşadası
Full Day Ephesus Tour
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
08:30 – After breakfast and check-out from your hotel in Kuşadası, you will be picked up and transferred to the meeting point to begin your full-day guided tour of Ephesus and its surroundings.
- Temple of Artemis – Start the day with a visit to the remains of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although only a few columns remain today, the site’s historical significance and aura still impress.
- Ephesus Ancient City – Walk through one of the most complete classical cities in the Eastern Mediterranean. Highlights include the Library of Celsus, Great Theater, Temple of Hadrian, Fountain of Trajan, Roman baths, Agora, Curetes Street, and much more. This open-air museum tells the story of a city that thrived under Greek and Roman rule.
- House of the Virgin Mary – Believed to be the final home of the Virgin Mary, this peaceful site is a pilgrimage destination for both Christians and Muslims, located in the forested hills above Ephesus.
- Isabey Mosque – One of the finest examples of Seljuk architecture in Anatolia, dating back to the 14th century, built with stones and columns repurposed from ancient ruins.
17:00 – Ephesus tour ends. You will be transferred to Kuşadası to prepare for the intercity transfer.
18:00 – Departure from Kuşadası to Çanakkale via Izmir by comfortable overnight bus.
01:00 – Arrival at Çanakkale. Upon arrival, you will be met by our team and transferred to your hotel for check-in.
Overnight stay in Çanakkale
Half Day Troy Tour & Back to Istanbul
Meal: Breakfast
Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel and get ready for your final adventure. Hotel check-out time is 11:00. After check-out, you will have free time to explore Çanakkale on your own until the tour pick-up time.
13:15 – You will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the meeting point to join the half-day Troy Ancient City Tour.
- Ancient City of Troy – Discover the ruins of a 3700-year-old city made legendary by Homer’s *Iliad*. Visit the reconstructed Trojan Horse replica, Sacrificial Altars, city walls of Troy I–IX, Odeon, and other remains from various eras. Learn the mythical story of Helen of Troy and the real history beneath the legend.
17:30 – At the end of the tour, you will depart from Çanakkale and begin your road journey to Istanbul.
22:30 – 23:00 – Arrival in Istanbul. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Your 5 Days Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus & Troy Tour from Istanbul ends here. We hope to see you again!
What's Included
Included
- Internal Bus & Flight tickets
- Professional tour guide on the tours
- 1-nights in Cappadocia hotel
- 1-night in Kuşadası hotel
- 1-night in Çanakkale hotel
- Meals mentioned in the itinerary
- All Airport and Bus Station transfers
- Entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
- Car park, gasoline, highway, and bridge fees
- All transportations in the tour
- Local taxes and service charges
Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Drinks at lunches
- Unmentioned meals
- Swimming at the Cleopatra 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 are included and scheduled according to availability. Flight times may vary depending on the season.
- The Cappadocia to Pamukkale and Ephesus to Çanakkale routes are operated by comfortable intercity overnight buses. These include rest stops and reclining seats.
- In Pamukkale, a temporary hotel room is provided in the morning for freshening up before the tour.
- In Çanakkale, hotel check-out is at 11:00. After check-out, guests will have free time until Troy Tour departure at 13:15.
- Professional, English-speaking licensed guides lead each regional tour.
- Cleopatra’s Pool in Pamukkale is optional. Entry fee is not included in the tour price.
More Details
Your journey begins in the quiet hours of the morning, as Istanbul slowly stretches awake beneath a rising sun. With a comfortable transfer to the airport, you leave the bustle behind and fly into a different world—Cappadocia, a land sculpted by volcanoes and time. Here, fairy chimneys rise like ancient towers, and entire cities lie hidden underground. You walk where early Christians once sought shelter, among valleys painted red by minerals and centuries of sun.
From this dreamlike region, your adventure continues westward to the glistening terraces of Pamukkale. You wake from your overnight journey to warm spring air and the sight of white cascades resembling frozen waterfalls. Atop this cotton-white wonder, the ancient city of Hierapolis awaits—with its Roman streets, sacred temples, and the chance to float in Cleopatra’s thermal pool.
Soon, the marble gates of Ephesus open before you. You walk along Curetes Street where philosophers once spoke, step into the Library of Celsus, and sit where thousands once gathered in the Great Theater. On a nearby hill, the House of Virgin Mary offers stillness and spiritual grace.
The next night takes you to the north—to Çanakkale, where myth and history intertwine. In the ancient city of Troy, you stand before the legendary wooden horse and the ruins of a city sung about by Homer, where kings clashed and empires burned.
By the time you return to Istanbul, you carry more than souvenirs—you carry the echoes of forgotten cities, the wisdom of stone, and the feeling of having touched the heart of history.
Trips from Istanbul are highly recommended to all Filipinos... We have booked our 3-day tours with the company for Kusadasi, Ephesus, and Pamukkale. During our daily tours, our tour guides were very proficient and friendly. They were so accommodating and lively. The lunches on the tours were so great also. The company’s management handled by Erkan and Coskun is also very proactive, helpful, and flexible with our requirements and trip plans. They exceeded our expectations and the travel arrangements to Ephesus, Pamukkale, Sirince, and Kusadasi were very swift and well-coordinated. Thank you so much, Guys! I hope to see you all soon. I highly recommend their services in Turkey to all Philippines.
This was my best holiday ever. It was well organised and was a great experience in Turkey. Our tour guides were awesome in each spot. They were very knowledgeable about the history of Turkey, explained everything in the detail, all the team was very kind and patient with us all, they made everything easy and enjoyable for us. Great experience in Turkey.
Erkan organised our whole tour program from Istanbul, to cappadocia, pamukkale, Kusadasi, Ephesus, Izmir and back to Istanbul. Everything was hassle free in the areas, shuttle buses to and from the bus station to tours, airport services, and the balloon ride in Cappadocia. We had the most amazing time on our tours and it wouldn't have been possible without their help us. Thank you very much for such an excellent and unforgettable experience in Turkey. It was so easy. What an experience...
The overall tailor-made tour plan was excellent starting with being picked up at the airport;
1st day: Arrival in Istanbul - our driver met us on time when we landed and took us to our hotel for free time and rest after a long flight.
2nd day: Free day in Istanbul (Breakfast included) - we went shopping.
3rd day: Istanbul to Northern Cappadocia Tour (Lunch included). Again the drivers picked us up from our hotel and took us to the airport for our flight to Cappadocia. Everything went smoothly and we departed Istanbul and loved the Cappadocia.
4th day: Southern Cappadocia day Tour (Breakfast- Lunch included).
5th day: Drive to Konya city, visit the Konya Mevlana, and continued to Pamukkale (Breakfast included).
6th day: Pamukkale Tour and Istanbul (Breakfast- Lunch included). The reason for a trip is to maximize the time you have and that tour did this. We spent a reasonable amount of time during the trip at the various locations and we did not have to think about where to go or what to do.
7th day: Departure from Istanbul (Breakfast included). Because of our international flights changing, we had an extra day in Istanbul and the Toursce Turkey arranged for us to stay two nights in the same hotel when we returned. Overall our tour was great and Toursce Turkey did an excellent job from the very beginning when we first booked the tour until we departed at the end. I would not hesitate to book another tour with Erkan of Toursce Turkey!
My family and I (4 people) had joined the blissful Turkey tour package. That was a nice trip with its all arrangements, local guidance, touring at each site, hotels, and all transportation. Toursce is the best tour company in Turkey. Thank you very much.
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