8 Days Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale and Antalya Tour

Hagia SophiaVisit the landmark whose dome and interior reflect successive periods of Istanbul’s history. Your guide introduces its Byzantine origins and later Ottoman use.

Blue MosqueSee the mosque known for its blue tilework and six minarets. Follow the clothing requirements and remove your shoes when entering.

Hippodrome and ObelisksWalk across the former chariot-racing ground and see the monuments that remain. The layout of the square helps locate the old arena within the modern city.

Golden HornView the inlet beside Istanbul’s historic peninsula during the afternoon cruise itinerary. Its shoreline provides a different angle on the city after the morning’s walking visits.

Lunch aboard the afternoon cruiseLunch is included on the boat after the hotel rest and afternoon transfer. Drinks and any extra orders are paid separately.

BosphorusSee the strait between Europe and Asia from the water. The route gives views of the waterfront buildings and neighbourhoods along the shores.

Ephesus Ancient CityWalk through the remains of the ancient city, including streets beside major public buildings. Your guide covers the area around the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre.

House of Virgin MaryVisit the small shrine associated with Mary near Ephesus. This hillside stop is separate from the archaeological city.

Lunch during your Ephesus arrival-day tourThe guided tour includes a restaurant lunch after the morning flight. Drinks and any extra meal orders are separate.

Temple of ArtemisSee the surviving remains of the sanctuary near Selcuk. Your guide explains how the temple once occupied a much larger space than the visible traces suggest.

Pamukkale TravertinesSee the white terraces created by mineral deposits from the springs. The walking section open to visitors is crossed barefoot.

Hierapolis Ancient CityExplore the ancient settlement above the terraces with your guide. Its ruins show how the city developed beside the thermal water.

Lunch between the Pamukkale visitsRestaurant lunch is included before the onward road transfer to Antalya. Drinks and additional food orders are paid separately.

Cleopatra Antique PoolView the warm pool and its submerged ancient stonework. The pool is open: viewing is free, and swimming is optional with an extra fee paid at the site.

Duden WaterfallVisit the waterfall area and its park paths. The water and shaded surroundings give a different setting from the later Old Town stop.

Karpuzkaldiran WaterfallSee the waterfall where the river drops from the coastal cliffs into the Mediterranean. The viewing area looks towards the falls and open sea.

Lunch during the Antalya City TourThe guided day includes a restaurant lunch between the city and waterfall visits. Drinks and extra orders are separate.

Kaleici Old TownExplore Antalya’s historic quarter and the lanes leading towards the old harbour. The buildings and street plan reflect different periods of the city’s past.

Panoramic Boat TourTake the included boat trip for views of the Antalya coastline. Seeing the harbour and cliffs from the water complements the walk through Kaleici.

Perge Ancient CityVisit the ruins of streets, gateways and public buildings at Perge. The layout helps show how people moved through the ancient city.

Aspendos Ancient TheatreSee the Roman theatre with its substantial seating and stage building. The visit focuses on the surviving structure and its role in ancient performance.

Lunch on the Perge, Aspendos and Side routeRestaurant lunch is included between the day’s visits before the return to Antalya. Drinks and additional orders are separate.

Side Ancient CityExplore the ancient remains within the coastal town of Side. The setting combines archaeological traces with the streets of the present-day settlement.

Manavgat WaterfallSee the broad, low falls where the river spreads across the rock ledge. The viewing areas offer a close look at the flow of the river.