4-Day Cappadocia, Pamukkale & Ephesus Tour by Plane and Bus

Four Day Cappadocia Pamukkale and Ephesus Tour by Plane and Bus

Discover three of Turkey’s most captivating destinations on this four day journey from Istanbul. Explore Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys and underground heritage, admire Pamukkale’s famous white terraces and uncover the ancient wonders of Ephesus. Combining domestic flights, an overnight intercity bus journey, two hotel nights and guided sightseeing, this experience offers a varied way to explore Turkey. Professional guiding is available in English or Spanish.

Begin with a domestic flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia, where your northern sightseeing adventure takes you to Göreme Panorama, the frescoed churches of Göreme Open Air Museum, Ortahisar, Paşabağ and Devrent Valley. Enjoy lunch before visiting the Red River area and a traditional pottery village, where an optional workshop offers a closer look at local craftsmanship. Continue through Love Valley before exploring southern Cappadocia the following day. Visit Uçhisar, walk through the Red and Rose Valleys and discover Çavuşin, Kaymaklı Underground City, Pigeon Valley and the Three Beauties. An optional sunrise hot air balloon flight is also available.

After lunch and sightseeing, travel by overnight intercity bus to Pamukkale, with the journey taking approximately ten hours. The following morning, explore the striking white travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis. Cleopatra’s Pool offers an optional swimming experience at an additional cost. After lunch, transfer to your hotel in Kuşadası for a relaxing evening. On the final day, discover the ancient city of Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, ancient baths, Great Theatre and old harbour area. Visit the Temple of Artemis and the House of the Virgin Mary before lunch and your return flight from Izmir to Istanbul.

Choose between economical and comfort accommodation, with two hotel nights and daily breakfast included. The middle night is spent travelling by overnight bus, rather than in a hotel. Prices are per person based on two adults sharing a twin or queen room, with seasonal rates applying from March to October. Sightseeing groups are limited to fifteen guests. Child discounts are available, while infants under two travel free without a separate flight seat or extra bed. Advance booking of at least two days is required, and full payment is collected in one transaction. Istanbul accommodation and optional activities are not included.