7 Days Turkey Tour (Istanbul – Cappadocia – Ephesus – Pamukkale)

Day 1: Arrival in Istanbul – Overnight in Istanbul

Welcome to Istanbul! Upon your arrival, our friendly team will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. Once you’re settled in, we’ll greet you personally with a warm cup of Turkish coffee or tea. During this meeting, we’ll provide you with your official itinerary, vouchers, and tickets while giving you a brief overview of your Turkey tour. Afterward, you have free time to relax and explore at your leisure before spending your first night in Istanbul.

Note: If you have specific preferences or requests, we can adjust the schedule to accommodate your interests. Feel free to let us know how we can tailor the tour to your liking.

Day 2: Istanbul Old City Tour – Overnight in Istanbul

After breakfast, you will meet your guide at the hotel to begin your Istanbul old city tour.

Old City Tour Includes:

• Hagia Sophia
• Topkapi Palace
• Serefiye Cistern
• Hippodrome
• German Fountain
• Blue Mosque
• Grand Bazaar

Day 3: Travel to Cappadocia – North Cappadocia Tour – Overnight in Cappadocia

After an early breakfast, we will transfer you to the airport for a short flight (75 minutes) to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, you’ll be taken on a tour of North Cappadocia. Highlights include:

Göreme Open-Air Museum
Esentepe Panorama
Pasabag (Monk’s Valley)
Avanos Pottery Workshop
Red River
After the tour, we will transfer you to an authentic cave hotel where you will spend the night in Cappadocia.

Note: If there are other specific Cappadocia landmarks you’d like to visit, such as local villages or unique rock formations, just let us know and we can adjust the itinerary accordingly.

Day 4: Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride – South Cappadocia Tour – Overnight in Cappadocia

For those who choose the optional hot air balloon tour, you’ll be picked up early in the morning, just before sunrise, and taken to the launch site for a memorable flight over Cappadocia’s surreal landscape. After the balloon ride, you will return to your hotel for breakfast.

Following breakfast, we’ll head out for the South Cappadocia tour, which includes:

Meskendir Valley
Rose Valley
Çavuşin Village
Kaymaklı Underground City
Pigeon Valley
Uçhisar Castle
At the end of the day, we’ll transfer you back to your hotel for your overnight stay in Cappadocia.

Day 5: Flight to Ephesus, Ancient City Tour & Overnight in Ephesus

After breakfast, we’ll transfer you to the airport for your flight to Izmir, with a departure time of 8:25 AM. Upon arrival, we’ll transfer you to the Ephesus region, where you will explore the ancient ruins. The Ephesus Ancient City tour includes:

Temple of Hadrian
Ephesus Ancient City
Celsus Library
House of Virgin Mary
Saint John’s Basilica
At the end of the tour, you’ll be transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay in Ephesus.

Note: If you’re interested in adding a visit to nearby towns such as Sirince or exploring other historical sites in the area, we’re happy to customize your day.

Day 6: Trip to Pamukkale, Hierapolis Ancient City Tour – Flight to Istanbul

After breakfast, we’ll pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Pamukkale, where you’ll enjoy a 2-3 hour scenic ride. Once there, you’ll explore the stunning natural and historical wonders, including:

Karahayit (Red Pamukkale)
Hierapolis Ancient City
Hierapolis Museum
The Byzantine Church
Ancient Theater of Hierapolis
The Agora
White Terrace

After the tour, we will transfer you to the airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival in Istanbul, you’ll be transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Note: If you would like to visit other nearby attractions such as Laodicea or Aphrodisias, we can adjust this part of the itinerary to fit your preferences.

Day 7: Departure from Istanbul

After breakfast at the hotel, we will transfer you to the airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your 7 days Turkey tour.

Included in the Tour Package:

All domestic flights within Turkey as per the itinerary.
4-star accommodation throughout the tour
All ground transportation (door-to-door)
Professional, English or Spanish-speaking guides for all tours
Entrance fees to museums and sites as per the itinerary
Daily breakfast at hotels
Lunch during group excursions
Airport Transfers

Not Included:

Drinks with meals (except for breakfast)
Personal expenses (e.g., shopping, souvenirs)
Medical services
Lunch during excursions (unless specified)
Travel insurance and taxes
Optional hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia