Aegean Wonders: Istanbul, Ephesus & Pamukkale
5 days · 4 suggested stays
Day 1 — Arrive in Istanbul and immerse yourself in its historical heart.
Hotel in Istanbul
Check into your mid-range hotel.
Explore Sultanahmet Square
Visit the iconic Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque.
Grand Bazaar
Wander through the vibrant Grand Bazaar.
Dinner
Enjoy local Turkish cuisine.
Day 2 — Fly to Izmir and travel to Ephesus for ancient exploration.
(overnight: Mount Nemrut)
Transfer to Istanbul Airport
Travel to IST or SAW for your flight.
Flight to Izmir
Fly from Istanbul to Izmir (ADB).
Transfer to Ephesus
Drive from Izmir airport to Ephesus.
Great Theatre of Ephesus
Explore the magnificent Great Theatre.
Villa Dreams Ephesus
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Visit site
Overnight in a charming villa.
Day 3 — Discover the wonders of Ephesus and travel to Pamukkale.
(overnight: Konya)
Library of Celsus
Marvel at the facade of the Library of Celsus.
Terrace Houses
Explore the Roman villas of Ephesus.
Sirince Village
Visit the charming village of Sirince.
Lunch
Enjoy lunch in Sirince.
Transfer to Pamukkale
Travel from Ephesus to Pamukkale.
Melrose House
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Visit site
Overnight near Pamukkale.
Day 4 — Explore Pamukkale's travertines and Hierapolis, then fly to Istanbul.
Pamukkale Travertines
Walk barefoot on the white travertine terraces.
Hierapolis Ancient City
Explore the ruins above the travertines.
Transfer to Denizli Airport
Travel to Denizli Cardak Airport (DNZ).
Flight to Istanbul
Fly from Denizli to Istanbul.
Hotel in Istanbul
Check into your final Istanbul hotel.
Day 5 — Enjoy a final Istanbul experience before departure.
Bosphorus Cruise
Take a scenic cruise on the Bosphorus.
Spice Bazaar
Explore the aromatic Spice Bazaar.
Farewell Lunch
Enjoy a final Turkish meal.
Transfer to Airport
Travel to Istanbul Airport (IST/SAW).
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