Do I stay in Kusadasi on both nights?

Yes. Check in on day 1 and stay for two nights. After the Pamukkale day trip, return to the same hotel. Check out after breakfast on day 3 for the Ephesus tour and evening flight.

How long is the Pamukkale day trip?

Pickup is around 07:00 after breakfast. Allow about 2.5 hours of driving each way, with guided visits from around 10:30 to 15:00. You return to Kusadasi in the late afternoon or early evening.

Is swimming at Cleopatra Antique Pool included?

Viewing the pool is free. Swimming is optional and costs extra, paid at the site. Bring swimwear and a towel if you want to swim. The Pamukkale and Hierapolis entrance fees are included.

What is planned for the arrival day?

Fly to Izmir, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi. There is no guided tour on day 1. The remaining time is yours to explore the town or rest.

What happens after the Ephesus tour?

Bring your luggage when you check out in the morning. After the tour, take the shuttle to Izmir airport for your Istanbul flight. An airport meeting and transfer to your Istanbul hotel are included.

Which languages and tour types is this tour available in?

English — Group or Private Spanish — Private or Group Italian — Private Pick the combination that suits you when you check availability.

Can I cancel this tour, and how much do I get back?

Yes. How much comes back depends on how early you let us know: we count the days from your written cancellation to your first booked service. 61 to 90 days — 30% fee, 70% back 31 to 60 days — 40% fee, 60% back 16 to 30 days — 70% fee, 30% back 0 to 15 days, or no show — no refund

Two nights at the same hotel

3 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul

Free time on arrival in KusadasiEphesus and Pamukkale with guidesReturn flights and two Kusadasi nightsMultiple languagesMaximum 15 people

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Tour Overview

Fly from Istanbul and settle into your Kusadasi hotel. Visit Pamukkale and Ephesus on days 2 and 3. Flights, transfers, two hotel nights, breakfast and tour lunches are included.

Stay in one Kusadasi hotel while visiting Pamukkale and Ephesus on this three-day trip from Istanbul. Fly to Izmir on day 1, meet your driver and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is free.

On day 2, travel to Pamukkale for the white terraces and Hierapolis Ancient City, then return to the same hotel. Day 3 covers Ephesus, the House of Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis before your flight from Izmir to Istanbul.

The package includes both domestic flights, airport transfers and two hotel nights. Breakfast is included on days 2 and 3. Both guided tours include transport, entrance fees and lunch.

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Settle in before the two tour days

Keep the same hotelTwo nights in Kusadasi with breakfast.
Give Pamukkale its own dayTerraces and Hierapolis with return transport.
Visit Ephesus before flying backAncient city, Mary’s House and Artemis Temple.

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Day by day

Tour Itinerary

Every day is set out in full below: the times, the transfers and every place you visit.

Istanbul, Kusadasi, Pamukkale and Ephesus

Return to the same Kusadasi hotel after Pamukkale, then visit Ephesus before your flight. 1 stop · 2 nights

Day 1 · morningIstanbulHotel pickup and flight to IzmirDay 1 · 1 nightKusadasiHotel check-in and free timeAbout 1 hour from Izmir airport On the wayIzmir · Day 1About 1 hour from IstanbulDay 2 · 1 nightKusadasiReturn to the same hotelAbout 2.5 hours from Pamukkale On the wayPamukkale · Day 2About 2.5 hours from KusadasiDay 3 · eveningIstanbulReturn flight and hotel transferAbout 1 hour from Izmir On the wayEphesus · Day 3Tour transport from KusadasiIzmir · Day 3 · afternoonAbout 1 hour from the tour area

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Day 1Fly from Istanbul to Izmir and settle into your Kusadasi hotel Meet your driver at the airport and spend the rest of the day at your own pace.

07:30pickup follows your booked flightIstanbul hotel pickup for the airportYour driver takes you to the airport for the included Izmir flight.

10:30flight time changes by season and availabilityFly from Istanbul to IzmirThe domestic flight takes about 1 hour.

12:00flight time changes by season and availabilityIzmir airport meeting and hotel transferMeet your driver at arrivals and take the shared shuttle to your Kusadasi hotel, about 1 hour away.

Hotel check-in and free time in KusadasiCheck into your selected hotel for two nights. There are no guided visits today; explore Kusadasi or rest at the hotel.

First night in KusadasiBreakfast is included before tomorrow’s Pamukkale pickup.

Included:
Domestic flight
Airport transfers
Hotel

Day 2Visit Pamukkale and Hierapolis, then return to your Kusadasi hotel A guided day trip to the white terraces, with lunch and return transport included.

07:00Pamukkale pickup after breakfastMeet the tour vehicle at your Kusadasi hotel. The drive to Pamukkale takes about 2.5 hours.

10:30Guided Pamukkale and Hierapolis visitsExplore the terraces and the ancient city with your guide. Entrance fees and lunch are included.

Pamukkale TravertinesSee the white limestone terraces formed by hot spring water. Shoes are removed for the marked walking area.
Hierapolis Ancient CityVisit the ancient city above the terraces, with remains of its theatre, streets and public buildings.
Lunch during the Pamukkale day tripYour restaurant lunch is included between the visits. Drinks cost extra.
Cleopatra Antique PoolSee the thermal pool at no extra charge. If you wish to swim, pay the separate swimming fee at the site.

15:00Return journey to KusadasiAfter the visits, travel back to Kusadasi. Allow about 2.5 hours on the road.

17:30-18:30Return to the same Kusadasi hotelSpend your second night at the hotel. Dinner is at your own expense.

Second night in KusadasiBreakfast is included before check-out and the Ephesus tour on day 3.

Included:
Breakfast and lunch
Licensed guide
Entrance fees
Return tour transport
Hotel

Day 3Tour Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary, then fly to Istanbul Check out after breakfast and take the airport transfer after your guided visits.

08:30Ephesus pickup after breakfast and check-outBring your luggage when the tour vehicle collects you from your Kusadasi hotel.

09:30Guided Ephesus day tourVisit Ephesus Ancient City, the House of Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis. Lunch and entrance fees are included.

Ephesus Ancient CityFollow the ancient streets to the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre and the remains of public buildings.
House of Virgin MaryVisit the hillside shrine near Ephesus, associated with Mary and visited by pilgrims.
Lunch on the Ephesus routeAn included restaurant meal breaks up the guided day. Drinks are paid separately.
Temple of ArtemisSee the remains of the temple that was once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

15:30Shuttle to Izmir airportThe tour ends around 15:00. Take the airport shuttle, with about 1 hour on the road.

19:00flight time changes by season and availabilityFly from Izmir to IstanbulYour included return flight takes about 1 hour.

Airport meeting and hotel transfer in IstanbulMeet your driver at arrivals and travel to your Istanbul hotel.

Included:
Breakfast and lunch
Licensed guide
Entrance fees
Tour and airport transfers
Return flight

Package scope

What's Included

No hidden package costs. Both flights and their airport transfers, two hotel nights with breakfast, two guided days, entrance fees and tour lunches are included.

Included

Covered by the displayed package price

Return domestic flights between Istanbul and Izmir
15 kg checked baggage and 8 kg cabin baggage per person on each flight
Airport meetings and transfers in Istanbul and Izmir
2 nights in the same Kusadasi hotel
Breakfast on days 2 and 3
Pamukkale and Hierapolis guided day trip with return transport to Kusadasi
Ephesus guided tour with the House of Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis
Licensed professional guides, tour transport and entrance fees
Lunch on days 2 and 3
Local taxes and service fees

Not included

Budget separately or add during booking

Meals on day 1
Dinners and drinks
Swimming in Cleopatra Antique Pool, paid at the site
Istanbul accommodation before and after the package
Personal expenses

Stay options

Hotel Classes

Stay in the same Kusadasi hotel from day 1 to day 3, with breakfast before both guided tours.

Karaaslan Hotel1 / 4

Smart value

Standard Class

En-suite rooms with air conditioning
Breakfast included every morning
Properties we book week after week

From, per person€542

Prices by room occupancy

1 person in a single room€671
2 people sharing a room€542
3 people sharing a room€510

Per person. Prices vary by departure date. These are this week’s lowest.

Cella Boutique Hotel & Spa Ephesus1 / 5

Most selected

Middle Class

Larger rooms and better bathrooms
More on-site facilities and service
Consistently higher guest ratings

Upgrade, per person+ €47

Prices by room occupancy

1 person in a single room€764
2 people sharing a room€589
3 people sharing a room€534

Per person. Prices vary by departure date. These are this week’s lowest.

Charisma De Luxe Hotel1 / 5

Premium pick

High Class

The best-rated property on each stop
The most space and the best views
Attentive service from arrival to check-out

Upgrade, per person+ €409

Prices by room occupancy

1 person in a single room€1,302
2 people sharing a room€951
3 people sharing a room€866

Per person. Prices vary by departure date. These are this week’s lowest.

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Route & duration options

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Keep an arrival day before sightseeing, shorten the stay, or arrange your own flights to Izmir.

This tour compared with 2 other Turkey packages The airport-start alternative includes transfers but does not include flight tickets.
Comparison	2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from IstanbulSee both sites with one hotel night	You are viewing3 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from IstanbulTwo nights with an arrival day at leisure	3 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Izmir AirportThe same three-day stay with your own flights
Arrival day	Istanbul flight and Ephesus tour	Istanbul flight, hotel transfer and free time	Izmir Airport pickup, hotel transfer and free time
Visit order	Ephesus, then Pamukkale	Pamukkale, then Ephesus	Pamukkale, then Ephesus
Kusadasi hotel nights	1	2	2
Flight tickets	Istanbul to Izmir; Denizli to Istanbul included	Istanbul to Izmir and return included	Book separately
Package ending	Istanbul hotel transfer after the return flight	Istanbul hotel transfer after the return flight	Izmir Airport transfer after Ephesus
From price	€498~~€553~~	€542~~€602~~	€381
	View Tour & Prices: 2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul		View Tour & Prices: 3 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Izmir Airport

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Practical details

Before You Book

Details about the hotel stay and two sightseeing days.

Do I stay in Kusadasi on both nights?
Yes. Check in on day 1 and stay for two nights. After the Pamukkale day trip, return to the same hotel. Check out after breakfast on day 3 for the Ephesus tour and evening flight.
How long is the Pamukkale day trip?
Pickup is around 07:00 after breakfast. Allow about 2.5 hours of driving each way, with guided visits from around 10:30 to 15:00. You return to Kusadasi in the late afternoon or early evening.
Is swimming at Cleopatra Antique Pool included?
Viewing the pool is free. Swimming is optional and costs extra, paid at the site. Bring swimwear and a towel if you want to swim. The Pamukkale and Hierapolis entrance fees are included.
What is planned for the arrival day?
Fly to Izmir, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi. There is no guided tour on day 1. The remaining time is yours to explore the town or rest.
What happens after the Ephesus tour?
Bring your luggage when you check out in the morning. After the tour, take the shuttle to Izmir airport for your Istanbul flight. An airport meeting and transfer to your Istanbul hotel are included.
Which languages and tour types is this tour available in?
- EnglishGroupPrivate
- SpanishPrivateGroup
- ItalianPrivate
Pick the combination that suits you when you check availability.
Can I cancel this tour, and how much do I get back?
Yes. How much comes back depends on how early you let us know: we count the days from your written cancellation to your first booked service.
- 61 to 90 days70% back
- 31 to 60 days60% back
- 16 to 30 days30% back
- 0 to 15 days, or no showNo refund
Read the full cancellation policy