6 Days Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale Tour
6 Days Turkey Tour Package: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale
Experience the best of Turkey in 6 days: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus & Pamukkale with flights, guided tours, and seamless hotel transfers.
Tour Overview
Experience the perfect blend of history, nature, and culture with our 6-day Turkey tour covering the highlights of Istanbul, magical Cappadocia, ancient Ephesus, and the white terraces of Pamukkale. This well-designed itinerary offers seamless domestic flights, handpicked hotels, and expert local guides — making it ideal for first-time visitors or travelers looking to experience Turkey’s most iconic sights in one unforgettable journey.
- Discover Istanbul’s timeless landmarks including Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and Bosphorus Strait.
- Fly to Cappadocia to explore fairy chimneys, cave churches, and underground cities — with optional hot air balloon experience.
- Visit the ancient city of Ephesus and walk through Roman ruins, temples, and the House of Virgin Mary.
- Relax in Pamukkale’s thermal waters and explore the ancient city of Hierapolis built atop the travertine terraces.
- Enjoy domestic flights, all hotel–airport transfers, and guided tours throughout your trip.
This tour combines convenience and exploration, offering you the very best of Turkey in under a week. Whether you’re a solo traveler, couple, or family, this package is a seamless way to uncover Turkey’s legendary beauty.
Tour Itinerary
Arrival in Istanbul
Meal: No meal
Upon your arrival at Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport, our representative will greet you personally with a name sign. After meeting, you will be transferred to your hotel in the city center.
The rest of the day is free for you to rest after a long journey or begin exploring the vibrant streets of Istanbul at your own pace.
Stay overnight in Istanbul.
Istanbul City Tour & Fly to Cappadocia
Meal: Breakfast
08:30 – After breakfast and hotel checkout, you will be picked up for the half-day Istanbul Old City Tour.
- Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque – A monumental icon of both Byzantine and Ottoman heritage.
- Blue Mosque – Known for its six minarets and intricate blue Iznik tiles.
- Hippodrome of Constantinople – Roman-era chariot racing stadium with the Egyptian Obelisk and Serpent Column.
- Grand Bazaar – A historic market with thousands of shops selling carpets, jewelry, ceramics, and more.
13:00 – Tour ends in Sultanahmet. Enjoy free time until your airport transfer.
Transfer to Istanbul Airport.
18:00 – Fly to Cappadocia (flight time may vary).
19:15 – Upon landing at Kayseri or Nevşehir Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Stay overnight in Cappadocia.
Full Day Cappadocia Tour & Fly to Izmir
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Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
09:30 – After breakfast and checkout, the tour begins.
- Devrent Valley – Also known as Imagination Valley, famous for animal-shaped rock formations.
- Paşabağ (Monks Valley) – Home to unique mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys.
- Goreme Panoramic Viewpoint – A breathtaking view of the entire Cappadocia region.
- Avanos Pottery Workshop – Visit traditional pottery artisans along the Kızılırmak River.
- Zelve Open Air Museum – A former religious settlement with cave dwellings and churches.
- Uçhisar Castle (Panoramic) – View Cappadocia from its highest natural point.
17:00 – Tour ends.
19:35 – Fly to Izmir (direct or via Istanbul).
23:15 – Arrival and transfer to your hotel in Kuşadası.
Stay overnight in Kuşadası.
Full Day Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
08:00 – Pick-up and transfer to Pamukkale.
- Travertine Terraces – White calcium pools formed by mineral-rich hot springs.
- Hierapolis Ancient City – Visit the Roman Theater, Necropolis, Temple of Apollo, Frontinus Street, and Roman Baths.
- Cleopatra Antique Pool – Optional swim in the thermal pool where ancient columns lie submerged.
16:00 – Tour ends.
Return transfer to Kuşadası.
Stay overnight in Kuşadası.
Ephesus Ancient City Tour & Fly to Istanbul
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
08:30 – Pick-up and transfer to Ephesus tour area.
- Temple of Artemis – Once a Wonder of the Ancient World, now home to historic ruins and artifacts.
- Ephesus Ancient City – Explore the Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, Grand Theater, Agora, Marble Street, and Roman Baths.
- House of Virgin Mary – A sacred pilgrimage site believed to be where Mary spent her final years.
17:00 – Tour ends.
Transfer to Izmir Airport.
19:30 – Fly to Istanbul.
20:30 – Arrival and transfer to your hotel.
Stay overnight in Istanbul.
End of the Service
Meal: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will check out from the hotel.
You will be transferred to the airport for your international flight according to your departure time.
6 Days Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale Tour ends.
What's Included
Included
- Domestic flight tickets
- All accommodations as per the itinerary
- Professional tour guide on the tours
- All mentioned Airport Transfers
- Meals mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
- All transportations in the tour
- Car park, gasoline, highway, and bridge fees
- Local taxes and service charges
Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Drinks at lunch
- Dinners
- Entrance to the Cleopatra 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 flight tickets (Istanbul–Cappadocia & Izmir–Istanbul) are included and arranged by us.
- Luggage allowance for domestic flights: 15 kg check-in + 8 kg cabin bag per person.
More Details
Imagine arriving in the heart of Istanbul where East meets West, greeted by the lively energy of this timeless city. After settling into your hotel, you enjoy your first Turkish tea while the city hums around you.
The next morning, your journey truly begins. Walking through the Old City, you marvel at the grandeur of Hagia Sophia and feel the spiritual calm of the Blue Mosque. After exploring the bustling Grand Bazaar, you’re off to Cappadocia—where dreamlike landscapes and fairy chimneys await.
In Cappadocia, you’re taken through a natural wonderland sculpted by wind and time. You step into valleys full of rock-cut churches, visit pottery workshops in Avanos, and capture panoramic views from Uchisar Castle. By nightfall, you’ve already fallen in love with the magical region.
Next, it’s time for Pamukkale, where you walk barefoot along the glistening travertine terraces and swim in the ancient healing waters of Cleopatra’s Pool. Then you dive into history in Hierapolis, once a thriving Roman city.
Your adventure continues in Ephesus, where you trace the footsteps of Romans along marble streets. The Library of Celsus and the Great Theater leave you in awe. You end the day at the House of Virgin Mary, a place of peace and devotion.
As your journey ends back in Istanbul, you carry home memories of ancient wonders, natural beauty, and warm hospitality — the essence of Turkey in six remarkable days.
Before we went to Dubai, we arranged a short vacation in Turkey. We arranged our stay and tour with Toursce and Travel Bazaar, Everything was smooth from beginning to the end. All the pickups were on time and the hotels were so clean and great central. By hotels, we stayed at Sokullupasa Hotel, Dedeli Konak Hotel, and Carina Hotel have outstanding service and location. Thanks to the office team and their tour guides.
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