Ephesus and Pamukkale: Day Trip by Plane from Istanbul
Denizli Province, Istanbul
Enjoy a full day tour from Istanbul to ancient cities of Ephesus and Pamukkale/Hierapolis which includes flights, guides, lunch, entry fees, and transportation in an airconditioned van.
This full-day guided tour from Istanbul suits history lovers interested in Ephesus, Hierapolis, and Pamukkale's hot springs.
Highlights
- Explore the best preserved ancient city in Asia Minor with an expert local guide
- Customize your visit by choosing sights of interest
- Swim in Pamukkale's thermal springs and visit the ancient city of Hierapolis
Description
Start early with hotel pickup in Istanbul and transfer to the airport for your flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, meet your guide and travel to Ephesus, an ancient city built in the 10th century. Discover Greek, Roman, and Byzantine influences in temples, monuments, and theaters, including the Fountains of Trajan, Temples of Hadrian and Domitian, and the Library of Celsus.
Visit the Great Theater with a 24,000 spectator capacity, the Temple of Artemis, and the House of the Virgin Mary. Continue to Pamukkale, where natural thermal springs have created white travertine terraces known as the 'cotton castle.'
Explore Hierapolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with highlights such as the Sacred Pool, which you may enter, featuring shallow thermal waters and submerged Roman ruins. Visit the Necropolis containing 1,200 gravestones, including that of Marcus Aurelius Ammianos.
After the tour, transfer to Denizli Airport for your evening flight back to Istanbul and hotel drop-off.
Includes
- Professional guide
- Flights (Istanbul to Izmir, Denizli to Istanbul)
- Airport transfers
- Lunch (excluding drinks)
- Local transportation in air-conditioned vehicles
Excludes
- Personal expenses
- Dinner
- Entrance to the Sacred Pool
- Tips (optional)
- Entrance fees to visited sites
Important Information
- Entrance fee for the Sacred Pool is not included
- Drinks during lunch are an additional cost
- Dinner is not included
- Gratuities are optional and not included
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For best experience, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring swimwear for the Pamukkale hot springs. Early booking is recommended, especially in peak seasons.
