Day 1 - Fly from Istanbul to Izmir ➝ Ephesus Tour
Meal: Lunch
04:00 am ─ Our staff will come to your hotel and they will transfer you to the airport in Istanbul.
07:00 am ─ Flying to Izmir Airport. (Flight time may change)
08:30 am ─ Landing at the Izmir Airport.
Our staff will welcome you with your name sign.
Transfer to the Ephesus Ancient City.
2 days Ephesus and Pamukkale tour from Istanbul starts.
- Ephesus Ancient City is one of the main port cities of ancient times. It is also the center of culture, art, science, and faith. There are many archaeological remains dating back to various periods and great civilizations since the Neolithic Stone Age. Ephesus contains many architecturally unique structures.
- The Temple of Artemis was built by the richest king Croesus, Lydia at that time, and the construction lasted for 120 years. In addition, they made and filled the temple with bronze and marble statues. The temple attracting the most attention during the tours is one of the 7 wonders of the world.
- The House of Virgin Mary was discovered in Ephesus after lengthy research. According to Christian beliefs, after Jesus’ crucifixion, Mary came to this area with St Jean known as Apostle John. She spent his last years there.
- Another essential place to visit on the Ephesus tour is Isa Bey Mosque. It was built in 1375 by Isa Bey, a member of Aydinogullari. Many architectural pieces used in the mosque were brought from the ruins of Ephesus. It is one of the most memorable works in the history of Turkish art.
16:30 ─ Ephesus tour ends.
Transfer to your hotels in Kusadasi.
Staying overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 2 - Pamukkale Tour ➝ Fly to Istanbul
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
08:00 am ─ After having breakfast and checkout from the hotel, we will transfer you to Pamukkale.
12:00 ─ After having lunch at a local restaurant, the Pamukkale tour begins.
- You will have the opportunity to visit the white mountain which looks like steps. You can relax in one of the many big and small pools along the mountain while enjoying the view. You will also find healing with its mineral-rich in mineral.
- The length of the white zone formed by the thermal is included in the World Cultural and Natural Heritage List by UNESCO. You start to forget the time between the Pamukkale travertines that resemble the mountain. You will experience a fantastic adventure of Pamukkale on the hot waters without shoes.
- And also, you can see the Cleopatra Antique Thermal Pool in Pamukkale. Scientists say that the pool is good for health. Please note that swimming is extra. In addition, you should bring your swimming suits or you can buy one there.
- Another destination is Hierapolis Ancient City. It is wrapped in the bosom of Pamukkale. It is so good for it that history and nature that hold hands for more than 2 thousand years; in this corner of Anatolia, which created a unique beauty.
16:00 ─ Pamukkale tour ends.
Transfer to the airport in Denizli.
19:30 ─ Flying to Istanbul. (Flight time may change)
20:20 ─ Arrival at the airport in Istanbul. (Arrival points and all the times are changeable according to availability.)
Our transfer team will welcome you at the exit.
We will transfer you to the hotel in Istanbul.
2 Day Ephesus and Pamukkale tour from Istanbul ends.
Annelize –
My family had an amazing experience on our private English-speaking tour. Very good experience, highly recommend! The booking process was very easy through the website and with the help of Erkan who always responded so promptly on whatsapp. Our guide was very knowledgeable, friendly, positive, and professional. He and along with our driver looked after us very well. Without hesitancy, I highly recommend this tour company regardless of the experience chosen as it is top quality and well worth it. A big shout out and many thanks to the Toursce team for the unforgettable experience. We are so grateful.
Tony –
We had contacted multiple agencies for our trips to Ephesus and Pammukale from Turkey. We were initially looking only for a private tour guide. However, Erkan was very kind in explaining why this was a bad idea and doing a fully private 2 days Ephesus, Pamukkale, and Aphrodisias tour made more sense! Very customer oriented. The booking process was simple and communication fantastic. Highly recommend.
Simona –
We enjoyed ourselves too much during our ancient Ephesus, Virgin Mary House, and Pamukkale trip. Our local guides were excellent and all other things driver, all staff and our hotel which you chose for us were perfect. Thanks…
Eric –
Thank you very much toursce team. Everything went very smoothly.
Indra –
Erkan, thank you so much for your Turkish hospitality and for helping me travel in Turkey. Everything went smoothly. Please express my gratitude to your colleagues in your office. I will visit them one day in the future…