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Discover some of Turkey’s most fascinating destinations on this 4-day circuit through Cappadocia, Pamukkale and Ephesus. Explore unique landscapes, ancient cities and UNESCO World Heritage Sites while enjoying a complete cultural experience with a professional multilingual guide, accommodation and unforgettable historical visits.
Explore Turkey on a complete 4-day circuit that combines striking natural landscapes, ancient history and some of the country's most important archaeological sites. From the volcanic formations of Cappadocia to the white terraces of Pamukkale and the ruins of ancient Ephesus, this journey offers an unforgettable experience through Turkey's historic and cultural heart.
The circuit runs in small groups of up to 15 passengers and offers multilingual service in Spanish, English and Portuguese.
DAY 1 – 05:00 Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional) / 09:30 Full Cappadocia Red / North Tour
Meet the guide at 09:00 at the hotel to begin the visit to the Göreme Open Air Museum, made up of numerous rock-cut churches from the second half of the 9th century, with beautiful colorful frescoes decorating their walls.
Then, visit Devrent Valley, famous for its curious rock formations shaped like animals. It looks like a sculpture zoo created by nature.
Continue to Pasabag, which means "the Pasha's vineyard". This place is also known as the Valley of the Monks. Here stood the hermitage of the monks of Simeon. A chapel dedicated to Saint Simeon and a hermit's shelter were built inside one of the three-headed fairy chimneys. Pasabag Valley is home to some of the most impressive fairy chimneys in Cappadocia, with double and even triple rock formations. This style is unique even for Cappadocia, and these formations are known as mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys.
Then, visit Avanos, where you will have the opportunity to try your hand at pottery-making alongside local experts.
Continue to Uchisar Castle, the highest natural rock fortress in the region, offering magnificent panoramic views of the surroundings.
At the end of the tour, transfer back to the hotel.
Overnight in Cappadocia.
Note for passengers: To take the balloon ride on this Day 1 at 05:00, you must arrive in Cappadocia the day before. There is an option to book an extra night before the tour (includes the airport transfer that day). Breakfast on this Day 1 is included only for passengers who have booked that extra night in advance.
DAY 2 – 09:00 Transfer from the Hotel in Cappadocia to the Hotel in Pamukkale
Departure to Pamukkale (approximately 650 km), famous for its thermal waters, considered among the most important in the world and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The thermal terraces of Pamukkale —literally "cotton castle"— are located near the ancient city of Hierapolis. Formed as a result of ancient tectonic movements, they offer a unique spectacle, with dazzling white terraces descending into natural pools of warm, beneficial thermal waters, in a truly dreamlike panoramic setting.
Brief stop in Sultanhani for a visit.
Arrival and check-in at the hotel.
Overnight in Pamukkale.
Note on the Balloon Ride: Passengers who did not arrive the day before may take the optional hot air balloon activity this morning (Day 2), subject to availability. In case of weather cancellations on Day 1, rescheduling for this morning will also be attempted.
DAY 3 – 10:00 Full Pamukkale Tour
Breakfast.
Meet the guide at 10:00 to spend the day visiting Hierapolis, founded in the 2nd century BC by Eumenes II, King of Pergamon. In ancient times it was famous for a cave called Plutonion, from which hot water flowed, which is why it was considered one of the gates to hell.
Among its main attractions are the well-preserved Roman theater, a vast necropolis and the "Martyrion" of the Apostle Philip, whose complex occupies the entire hill overlooking the city.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight in Pamukkale.
DAY 4 – 09:00 Full Ephesus Tour
Breakfast.
Departure to the ancient city of Ephesus, considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Of its former grandeur, only some ruins remain today, due to a fire that destroyed it in 356 BC.
However, you can still admire the remains of the ancient porticoes, the Temple of Hadrian, the Commercial Agora, the magnificent Library of Celsus with its four statues, and the Theater of Ephesus, all absolutely unmissable sites.
Stop at the museum and the Temple of Artemis. Visit to the House of the Virgin Mary and the Basilica of Saint John before departing for Kusadasi.
At the end of the tour, transfer to Izmir Airport.
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Additional information
● The total duration of the tour is 4 days / 3 nights
● The tour operates every day of the year
● The minimum booking requirement is 2 passengers and the maximum group size is 15 passengers
● Final hotel accommodations are confirmed within 24 hours after the reservation is made
● Final hotel confirmation will be sent after the booking is completed
● Double, twin and triple rooms are available; preferences must be indicated at the time of booking. If no preference is specified, a double room may be assigned automatically
● Flight numbers and arrival and departure schedules must be provided at the time of booking
● Passengers arriving on Day 1 should schedule flights that allow sufficient time to join the tour at its starting time
● Breakfast on Day 1 is only included for passengers who have booked the additional pre-tour night
● The hot air balloon ride is optional. It is usually scheduled at 05:00 on Day 1 (requires an additional night stay), with the possibility of being operated or rescheduled on the morning of Day 2 depending on availability and weather conditions
● The tour will end between 15:00 and 16:00. Afterwards, a transfer to Izmir Airport (ADB) will be provided, with estimated arrival between 17:00 and 18:00. Passengers are advised to schedule their departure flights accordingly
● Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
● The order of visits may be modified for operational reasons without affecting the overall content of the tour
● The activity may be affected by adverse weather conditions or circumstances beyond the provider’s control
● The provider is not responsible for any physical injury, loss or damage to personal belongings during the tour
Inclusions
✔ Professional multilingual guide
✔ 1 night's accommodation in Cappadocia at a Cave Hotel: Nostalji Cave, Castellum Cave, Yunak Evleri or similar
✔ 2 nights' accommodation in Pamukkale: Colossae Thermal, Adempira, Richmond or similar
✔ Pick-up at hotels in central Cappadocia to begin the tour
✔ Arrival transfers from Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport (includes transfer the day before if the additional night is booked)
✔ Departure transfer to Izmir Airport
✔ Transfers throughout the tour
✔ Entrance fees to museums and sites mentioned in the full itinerary
✔ Daily breakfast (Day 1 included only if the pre-tour night is booked; Days 2, 3, and 4 included at the hotel)
Exclusions
✖ Flights of any kind
✖ Optional hot air balloon ride
✖ Pre-tour accommodation in Cappadocia (available as an optional add-on)
✖ Lunches (not included on any day of the tour)
✖ Drinks with meals
✖ Entrance fees, meals, and drinks unless expressly stated in the tour's inclusions
✖ Other unspecified services
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the start of the activity.
Cancellations between 3 and 6 days before the start of the activity: 50% refund.
Cancellations less than 3 days in advance or no-shows: no refund.