6-Day Istanbul, Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour

• Combines Istanbul’s imperial heritage with Aegean and natural highlights in one route.
• Includes UNESCO-listed sites such as Ephesus and Pamukkale.
• Balanced itinerary with guided cultural context at every major site.
• Efficient flight connections reduce long overland travel time.
• Suitable for travelers seeking both history and natural landscapes in a short program.

• Hotel category upgrade in Istanbul or Kusadasi
• Private guided upgrade in Istanbul Old City
• Hot air balloon experience add-on in Pamukkale region
• Extra night extension in Istanbul
• Private airport transfer upgrade options
• Honeymoon or special occasion arrangements

• Early morning visits to Istanbul Old City help avoid crowds at major landmarks.
• Spring and autumn offer ideal weather for walking tours in Ephesus.
• Pamukkale terraces are best photographed during sunrise or sunset light.
• Lightweight shoes are recommended for travertine and archaeological areas.
• Bosphorus cruises provide the best panoramic views of Istanbul skyline.

Visa and entry requirements for Turkey vary depending on your nationality. Before traveling, we recommend that all guests check the latest visa regulations and passport validity requirements applicable to their country of residence. Turkey offers visa-free entry for many nationalities, while others may apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) online or obtain a visa through Turkish diplomatic missions. Your passport should generally be valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date and contain sufficient blank pages for entry and exit stamps. Once your booking is confirmed, our travel specialists will be happy to provide up-to-date visa guidance and entry information to ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience.

• This tour is available for Daily all year round
• Tour Can be customized.
• Price per person, based on a minimum of 2 adults.
• Price does not include international flight tickets.
• Transfers are considered with 1 luggage per person.
• Once domestic air tickets are issued cannot be modified and a 100% fees will apply in case of cancellation
• Domestic flights schedule may change.
• Domestic Flights Baggage Allowance (including 15 kilos of luggage + 8 kilos of hand luggage)

Step 1: Booking Request & Confirmation

Once we receive your official request to book your chosen tour package, our team will check local availability and confirm all services (hotels, ferries, and transfers) accordingly.

Step 2: Official Itinerary Review

Once everything is verified, we will email you your official, final tour itinerary detailing every aspect of your day-by-day journey.

Step 3: Secure Your Reservation

Upon your review and explicit confirmation of this itinerary, we will proceed to the secure payment process to finalize your booking.

Payment Schedule:

To lock in your dates and secure your hotels/transfers, a 50% booking deposit is required at the time of confirmation. The remaining 50% balance will be automatically and safely charged 3 weeks (21 days) prior to your scheduled tour start date.

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• Instant Digital Receipts: The moment your payment is processed, our system automatically generates and emails you an official digital receipt for your financial records.
• Accepted Cards: For your security, we accept VISA and MASTERCARD credit cards only. Please note that debit cards, prepaid cards, or other payment cards are not supported by our secure payment gateway.

Reservations may only be cancelled by written notice sent by email or certified mail to our agency. If such written notice is received before arrival date / travel start date, we will accept such cancellation and refund the land portion costs recoverable from those entities paid on behalf of the travellers only to the extent/amount that such moneys are refunded by those entities to our agency.

DOMESTIC FLIGHTS/ FERRIES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

• Notice received 31 days before date of arrival, no cancellation fee applies.
• Notice received between 31-21 days prior to scheduled tour: 75% refund
• Notice received between 21-14 days prior to scheduled tour: 50% refund
• Notice received 13 days or less prior to scheduled tour: No refund

How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 6 days and 5 nights covering Istanbul, Ephesus, and Pamukkale.

Are flights included?
Yes, domestic flights from Istanbul to Izmir and Denizli to Istanbul are included.

What is the group size?
It is a small group tour with a maximum of 14 guests.

Is Pamukkale included in the itinerary?
Yes, Pamukkale travertines and Hierapolis ancient city are included.

What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation is available up to 30 days before departure.

Is the tour physically difficult?
The tour is moderate and includes walking at historical and natural sites.

What is the best season for this tour?
The tour operates year-round, with spring and autumn being most comfortable.