Begin your journey with a flight from Istanbul to the west coast of Turkey, where two of the country’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites await. Walk through the remarkably preserved Ephesus Ancient City and visit the sacred House of the Virgin Mary. Then continue to Pamukkale, home to white travertine terraces and the ancient thermal spa city of Hierapolis. This 2-day tour offers a rich blend of culture and nature, with flights, hotel, guided tours, and transfers all seamlessly arranged.
Explore the ruins of Ephesus, including the Celsus Library and Grand Theater
Visit the Temple of Artemis and House of the Virgin Mary
Walk on the white terraces of Pamukkale (“Cotton Castle”)
Discover Hierapolis, an ancient Roman thermal city
Optional swim in the mineral-rich waters of Cleopatra’s Pool
Your tour begins with an early morning hotel pickup in Istanbul and a flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, meet your driver and begin your full-day guided Ephesus tour. Start at the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Then explore the expansive Ephesus ruins, including the Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, Grand Theater, and Roman baths.
After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be her final home and a Vatican-recognized pilgrimage site. In the afternoon, transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi for an overnight stay.
MEAL: Lunch
Overnight in Kusadasi
After breakfast, your guide will pick you up around 07:30–08:00 AM. Travel inland to Pamukkale, where you’ll walk barefoot across the white travertine terraces formed by natural hot springs. Then tour the adjacent city of Hierapolis, known for its well-preserved theater, necropolis, and ancient baths.
You’ll also have the chance to swim in the famous Cleopatra Pool, a warm, mineral-rich spring (optional, entrance extra). After lunch, transfer to Denizli Airport for your return flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, your driver will transfer you to your hotel.
MEAL:Breakfast, Lunch
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