2 Days Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul by Plane
Fly from Istanbul and discover Ephesus, the House of Virgin Mary, Şirince Village, Hierapolis, and the white travertine terraces of Pamukkale on a carefully organized two-day small-group tour with domestic flights, airport transfers, hotel accommodation, entrance tickets, guiding, breakfasts, and lunches included.
A complete western Türkiye experience with door-to-door service from your Istanbul hotel.
- Istanbul–İzmir and Denizli–Istanbul flights
- All airport and regional transfers
- One night hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Two guided small-group day tours
- Standard entrance tickets and lunches included
Istanbul hotel pickup and return
Ephesus and Pamukkale
Maximum 12 travelers
Flights, hotel, tours, tickets, and meals
Duration
2 Days — 1 Night
Departure
Every Day
Tour Type
Small Group
Group Size
Maximum 12
Accommodation
1 Night in Selçuk
Meals
1 Breakfast + 2 Lunches
Explore Ephesus and Pamukkale from Istanbul in Two Days
This two-day Ephesus and Pamukkale tour from Istanbul combines two of western Türkiye’s most important destinations in one carefully coordinated travel package. It is ideal for travelers who want to see both ancient Ephesus and the white terraces of Pamukkale without arranging separate flights, hotels, transfers, or local tours.
On the first morning, a private vehicle collects you from your Istanbul hotel and transfers you to the airport. After flying to İzmir, you will join a licensed guide for a small-group tour of the House of Virgin Mary , Ephesus Ancient City , the Temple of Artemis, and Şirince Village .
After the Ephesus tour, you will stay overnight in Selçuk. The following morning, travel by road to Pamukkale and explore Hierapolis Ancient City and the Pamukkale Travertines with a professional local guide.
At the end of the second day, you will be transferred to Denizli Airport for your flight back to Istanbul. A private driver will meet you after landing and return you to your Istanbul hotel. Flights, transfers, accommodation, breakfasts, lunches, standard entrance tickets, guiding, parking fees, and local taxes are combined into one complete package.
Important Travel Information
Please review before booking:
- Istanbul hotel pickup is normally scheduled at approximately 05:00 on the first morning
- The exact pickup time depends on the confirmed flight schedule
- Flights may use Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport
- Day 1 arrives through İzmir Airport and Day 2 returns through Denizli Airport
- A valid passport or identification document is required for the domestic flights
- One night of standard hotel accommodation in Selçuk is included
- The Ephesus and Pamukkale programs are operated in small groups of no more than 12 guests
- Both touring days include walking over ancient, uneven, and occasionally slippery surfaces
- Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and a light overnight bag are recommended
- Return to your Istanbul hotel is normally late on the second evening
Places You Will Visit
House of Virgin Mary
Visit the peaceful pilgrimage site traditionally associated with the final years of the Virgin Mary near Ephesus.
Ephesus Ancient City
Walk along monumental Roman streets and see the Library of Celsus, temples, baths, fountains, and the Great Theatre.
Temple of Artemis
See the surviving remains of the sanctuary once celebrated as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Şirince Village
Explore a traditional hillside village known for historic houses, cobbled streets, local products, and fruit wines.
Hierapolis Ancient City
Discover the ancient spa city’s theatre, gates, main street, thermal heritage, and extensive necropolis.
Pamukkale Travertines
Walk beside dazzling white mineral terraces shaped by warm, calcium-rich thermal waters over thousands of years.
2-Day Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul
Watch the complete two-day experience and discover Ephesus, Şirince, Hierapolis, and the extraordinary white terraces of Pamukkale with flights and transfers organized from Istanbul.
2 Days Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour Itinerary
Istanbul to İzmir — Ephesus Region Tour
Your first day includes the flight from Istanbul to İzmir, a complete small-group Ephesus tour, lunch, and overnight accommodation in Selçuk.
Early Hotel Pickup in Istanbul
A private transfer vehicle will collect you from your centrally located Istanbul hotel and take you to Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
Your exact pickup time and departure airport will be confirmed according to the available flight schedule.
Flight from Istanbul to İzmir
Take a short domestic flight from Istanbul to İzmir. Your flight ticket is included in the package.
Please keep your passport or valid identification document easily accessible during airport procedures.
Meet at İzmir Airport and Transfer to Selçuk
After landing at İzmir Airport, meet our local driver in the arrivals area and travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to Selçuk.
After a short refreshment break at our local office, meet your licensed guide and begin the small-group sightseeing program.
House of Virgin Mary
Begin at the House of Virgin Mary, located in the peaceful hills near Ephesus.
Your guide will explain the religious traditions connected to the site, the visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich, and the later identification of the stone house during the nineteenth century.
Visit the small chapel and explore the surrounding pilgrimage area before continuing to Ephesus.
Ephesus Ancient City
Continue to Ephesus Ancient City, one of the most impressive archaeological destinations in Türkiye and one of the best-preserved cities of the ancient Mediterranean.
During the guided walk, see the Odeon, Fountain of Trajan, Baths of Scholastica, Temple of Hadrian, Domitian area, Library of Celsus, Marble Street, and Great Theatre.
Your guide will explain the city’s Roman architecture, public life, commercial importance, religious traditions, and connections with early Christianity.
The guided Ephesus walk normally lasts approximately two to two and a half hours.
Lunch at a Local Restaurant
After exploring Ephesus, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the Selçuk area.
Lunch is included in the tour price. Drinks ordered during the meal are paid separately.
Temple of Artemis
Visit the surviving remains of the Temple of Artemis, once celebrated as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Although only limited architectural remains survive, the site provides valuable context for understanding ancient Ephesus and its religious importance.
Şirince Village
Continue to Şirince Village, a traditional hillside settlement known for preserved houses, narrow streets, village products, and regional fruit wines.
Enjoy time to walk through the village, browse local shops, and experience its relaxed atmosphere before returning to Selçuk.
Tour Finish and Overnight in Selçuk
The Ephesus sightseeing program normally finishes at approximately 16:30. You will be transferred to your hotel in Selçuk for check-in and overnight accommodation.
The evening is free. Dinner is not included, and you may explore Selçuk or relax at your hotel.
Selçuk to Pamukkale — Flight Back to Istanbul
Your second day includes breakfast, the road journey from Selçuk to Pamukkale, a guided Hierapolis and travertines tour, lunch, the transfer to Denizli Airport, and your flight back to Istanbul.
Breakfast and Hotel Pickup
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Your driver will normally meet you at approximately 08:00 for the journey toward Pamukkale.
Please check out and bring all luggage with you, as the tour continues directly to Denizli Airport after sightseeing.
Drive from Selçuk to Pamukkale
Travel through the western Anatolian countryside in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. The road journey normally takes approximately two and a half to three hours, depending on traffic and operational conditions.
A short comfort stop may be arranged during the journey.
Hierapolis Ancient City
Begin the guided Pamukkale program in Hierapolis Ancient City, an important ancient thermal and religious center built above the natural terraces.
Explore significant remains including the extensive necropolis, monumental gates, ancient streets, Roman baths, and the impressive theatre.
Your guide will explain how Hierapolis developed around the thermal springs and became one of the region’s most important ancient spa cities.
Cleopatra’s Antique Pool
Depending on operating conditions and available time, you may have free time near Cleopatra’s Antique Pool.
Admission or swimming access is optional, subject to site availability, and not included in the standard tour price.
Pamukkale Travertine Terraces
Continue to the famous Pamukkale Travertines, where warm mineral-rich water has created bright white terraces and natural formations across the hillside.
Walk through the permitted barefoot section, enjoy panoramic views over the valley, and photograph one of Türkiye’s most distinctive natural landscapes.
The amount of water visible in individual terraces may vary according to seasonal and site-management conditions.
Lunch in the Pamukkale Area
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant during the Pamukkale touring program.
Lunch is included. Drinks and personal orders are paid separately.
Tour Finish and Transfer to Denizli Airport
The guided Pamukkale program normally finishes at approximately 16:00. Your vehicle will then transfer you to Denizli Çardak Airport for your evening flight to Istanbul.
The exact finish and airport-transfer times are coordinated with your confirmed flight schedule.
Flight from Denizli to Istanbul
Board your domestic flight from Denizli to Istanbul. Your exact departure time and arrival airport will be provided with your final travel documents.
Private Transfer Back to Your Istanbul Hotel
After landing in Istanbul, meet our driver at the airport and return privately to your hotel, completing your two-day Ephesus and Pamukkale journey.
The exact finishing time depends on the confirmed flight, airport procedures, traffic, and your hotel location.
2026 Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour Prices
Prices include domestic flights, all airport transfers, one night of hotel accommodation, two guided small-group tours, standard entrance tickets, breakfast, and two lunches.
Choose the number of travelers in your reservation and view the corresponding 2026 package price per person.
| Number of Travelers | 2026 Package Price |
|---|---|
|
1 Guest
|
€845 |
|
2 Guests
Most Popular
|
€725 per person |
|
3 Guests
|
€700 per person |
|
4 Guests
Great Value
|
€690 per person |
|
5 Guests
|
€680 per person |
|
6 Guests
Best Rate
|
€675 per person |
What’s Included
- Private early-morning transfer from your Istanbul hotel to the airport
- Domestic flight ticket from Istanbul to İzmir
- Meet-and-greet service at İzmir Airport
- Transfer from İzmir Airport to Selçuk
- Full-day small-group Ephesus region tour
- One night of standard hotel accommodation in Selçuk
- Breakfast at the hotel on Day 2
- Transfer from Selçuk to Pamukkale
- Full-day small-group Pamukkale and Hierapolis tour
- Professional licensed English-speaking guides
- Transportation in comfortable air-conditioned vehicles
- Standard entrance tickets for the attractions listed in the itinerary
- Lunch on both touring days
- Transfer from Pamukkale to Denizli Airport
- Domestic flight ticket from Denizli to Istanbul
- Private transfer from the Istanbul airport to your hotel
- Parking fees, service charges, and local taxes
What’s Not Included
- Entrance to the Terrace Houses inside Ephesus Ancient City
- Admission or swimming access at Cleopatra’s Antique Pool
- Dinner on Day 1
- Drinks ordered during lunches
- Personal expenses during the tour
- Optional attractions or services not stated in the itinerary
- Travel insurance
- Optional tips for the guides and drivers
Your Overnight Stay in Selçuk
One Night with Breakfast Included
The package includes one night in a standard room at Hotel Nilya, Kalehan Hotel, or a similar carefully selected property in Selçuk. The confirmed hotel depends on room availability for your travel date.
Breakfast is included on the second morning. The hotel location provides a convenient base between the Ephesus tour and the onward journey to Pamukkale.
Standard prices are based on shared double or twin rooms for reservations of two or more guests. Solo travelers receive a single room within the published one-person package rate.
Hotel Notes
- One night in Selçuk is included
- Standard room category
- Breakfast included
- Hotel subject to availability
- Equivalent property may be used when necessary
- Dinner and personal hotel expenses are not included
- Final hotel details are shown on your travel voucher
Important Notes About Your Domestic Flights
Flight Route
The package normally includes an Istanbul–İzmir flight on Day 1 and a Denizli–Istanbul flight on Day 2.
Istanbul Airports
Flights may depart from or return to Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport, depending on airline schedules, availability, and operational planning.
Airline Fare Conditions
Flight tickets are subject to the selected airline’s baggage, change, and cancellation rules. Promotional fares may be non-refundable and non-changeable.
Two Major Destinations with Everything Organized
Efficient Two-Day Route
Visit Ephesus and Pamukkale in one smooth itinerary without losing time arranging separate transportation, flights, or accommodation.
Small-Group Sightseeing
Explore both regions with licensed guides and a maximum of 12 travelers rather than joining a crowded coach tour.
Complete Door-to-Door Service
Begin and finish at your Istanbul hotel while we coordinate the flights, airport transfers, hotel, touring, tickets, and meals.
Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul FAQ
Are the domestic flights included?
Yes. The package includes the Istanbul–İzmir flight on Day 1 and the Denizli–Istanbul flight on Day 2.
Are all airport transfers included?
Yes. Transfers between your Istanbul hotel and the airports, İzmir Airport and Selçuk, and Pamukkale and Denizli Airport are included.
Where will I stay overnight?
One night in a standard room at Hotel Nilya, Kalehan Hotel, or a similar property in Selçuk is included. The final hotel is confirmed according to availability.
Is breakfast included?
Yes. Breakfast at your Selçuk hotel is included on the second morning.
Are lunches included?
Yes. Lunch is included during both the Ephesus and Pamukkale touring days. Drinks are paid separately.
Is dinner included?
No. Dinner on the first evening is not included, giving you the freedom to choose a restaurant in Selçuk.
Is the tour private or shared?
The Ephesus and Pamukkale sightseeing programs are operated as small-group tours with a maximum of 12 guests. Istanbul hotel transfers are arranged as part of your confirmed package.
Are entrance tickets included?
Standard entrance tickets for the attractions listed in the itinerary are included. The Terrace Houses in Ephesus and Cleopatra’s Antique Pool are not included.
How much walking is involved?
Both days involve extended walking over ancient stone streets, uneven paths, and natural surfaces. Comfortable non-slip shoes are strongly recommended.
Can I bring my luggage?
Yes. Your luggage travels with you and can remain in the hotel or transfer vehicles when appropriate. Airline baggage limits depend on the issued fare.
When will I return to Istanbul?
Return is normally late on the second evening. The exact time depends on the confirmed flight, airport procedures, traffic, and your hotel location.
Can the itinerary order change?
Yes. Guides and operations teams may adjust the order or timing according to traffic, weather, site conditions, seasonal circumstances, flight schedules, or operational requirements.
Reservation Policy
How to Book
- Contact us with your preferred travel date and number of guests.
- Send the full names of all travelers exactly as shown on their identification documents.
- Send the name and address of your Istanbul hotel.
- We will check real-time domestic flight, hotel, and tour availability.
- Your proposed flights, hotel, transfers, and complete itinerary will be sent before confirmation.
- A 30% deposit is required to secure the reservation.
- Once confirmed, the agreed package rate and program details are guaranteed.
- A travel voucher, hotel confirmation, and final flight information will be sent after confirmation.
- The remaining balance may be paid before the tour or according to the conditions stated in your confirmation.
Hotel Accommodation Conditions
- Hotel rooms are confirmed according to real-time availability.
- The named hotel may be replaced with a similar property of a comparable standard when necessary.
- Cancellations made 14 days or more before check-in normally carry no hotel cancellation fee.
- Cancellations made between 14 and 7 days before check-in may be charged one night of accommodation.
- Cancellations made within 7 days of check-in may be charged the full accommodation amount.
- Hotel no-shows are non-refundable.
Domestic Flight Ticket Conditions
- Flight tickets are issued according to real-time airline availability.
- Airline prices and seat availability may change until the reservation is confirmed and payment is received.
- Changes and cancellations are subject to the conditions of the selected airline fare.
- Promotional airline fares may be non-refundable and non-changeable.
- Airline penalties may apply independently from the hotel, tour, and transfer cancellation policies.
- No refund can be provided for missed flights or flight no-shows.
Tour and Transfer Cancellation Highlights
- 96 hours or more before departure: No cancellation fee applies to the tour and transfer service portion. Hotel and airline penalties may still apply.
- Between 96 and 24 hours before departure: A 50% cancellation fee applies to the tour and transfer service portion, in addition to hotel and airline penalties.
- Less than 24 hours before departure: The full tour and transfer service amount is charged, together with any applicable hotel and airline penalties.
- No-shows: Payments are non-refundable.
- Flight disruptions: Airline-initiated cancellations or significant schedule changes are handled according to airline rules and available alternative arrangements.
- Large reservations: Different payment and cancellation conditions may apply.
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