Aegean & Pamukkale Family Escape
7 days · 6 suggested stays
Day 1 — Arrive in Kusadasi, stroll the marina and explore the hilltop Kadikalesi fortress.
(overnight: Kusadasi)
Kusadasi Marina
Lively Aegean cruise port with cafes and sea views
Kadikalesi Fortress
Ancient hilltop fortress overlooking the bay
Charisma De Luxe Hotel
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Visit site
Comfortable resort hotel in central Kusadasi
7-Day Istanbul & Antalya Tour Package
Optional guided package matching trip length
Day 2 — Full-day excursion to the crown-jewel ruins of Ephesus, returning to Kusadasi.
(overnight: Kusadasi)
Ephesus Ancient City
Marble streets, Library of Celsus & Great Theatre
Terrace Houses & Temple of Artemis
Rich Roman villas and one of the Seven Wonders
Charisma De Luxe Hotel
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Visit site
Return to base in Kusadasi for the night
Day 3 — Drive to Pamukkale and explore the surreal white travertine terraces.
(overnight: Pamukkale)
Transfer Kusadasi to Pamukkale
Scenic drive to the travertine terraces
Pamukkale Travertine Terraces
White mineral pools cascading down the hillside
Melrose House
Cozy guesthouse near the Pamukkale terraces
Day 4 — Morning at Hierapolis and Cleopatra's Pool, then drive to Antalya.
(overnight: Antalya)
Hierapolis Ancient City
Roman ruins and theatre above the terraces
Cleopatra's Antique Pool
Warm thermal pool among ancient columns
Transfer Pamukkale to Antalya
Drive to the Mediterranean coast
Kaleici Boutique Hotel
Charming hotel in Antalya's old town
Day 5 — Explore Antalya's historic Kaleici old town, Hadrian's Gate and clock tower.
(overnight: Antalya)
Kaleici Old Town
Ottoman-era lanes, boutique shops and cafes
Hadrian's Gate
Triumphal Roman arch from 130 AD
Antalya Clock Tower
Historic clock tower at the old town gate
Kaleici Boutique Hotel
Return to the old town hotel
Day 6 — Day trip to the ancient cities of Perge and the great Aspendos theatre.
(overnight: Antalya)
Perge Ancient City
Extensive Roman ruins with stadium and baths
Aspendos Theatre
Best-preserved Roman theatre in the world
Kaleici Boutique Hotel
Return to the old town hotel
Day 7 — Visit the Antalya Museum and marina before departing.
(overnight: Antalya)
Antalya Museum
Rich collection of Lycian and Roman artifacts
Antalya Marina
Scenic harbor with boats and sea views
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