Pamukkale & Ephesus Heritage Tour: Ancient Ruins & Thermal Terraces | 5 Nights and 6 Days Turkey Package
- Transfer Included
- Stay Included
- Meals Included
- Sightseeing Included
Overview
Itinerary
Arrival to Izmir — Transfer to Kusadası & Orientation
Arrive at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport. Meet your guide and private coach, then transfer to Kuşadası (approx. 1 hour). Check in at the hotel and enjoy an orientation walk along the waterfront. Evening at leisure with an optional stroll to the lively Kuşadası Marina and local bazaar.
Included activities: airport transfer, check-in assistance, welcome briefing.
Important: If you arrive early, consider an optional half-day trip to nearby Pergamon (extra cost).
Full Day: Ephesus — Library of Celsus, Great Theatre & Terrace Houses
Spend a full day exploring Ephesus, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the Mediterranean. Walk the marble streets past the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, and the magnificent Terrace Houses with their vivid mosaics and frescoes. In the afternoon visit the House of the Virgin Mary, an important pilgrimage site believed to be the final residence of Mary. Finish at St. John's Basilica in nearby Selçuk.
Meals: Breakfast included. Lunch at a local restaurant (included).
Special note: Ephesus can be hot and crowded in summer — early starts ensure cooler temperatures and softer light for photos.
Half Day: Şirince Village — Free Afternoon in Kuşadası
After breakfast, visit the picturesque hillside village of Şirince, famous for its traditional stone houses, local wines, and handicrafts. Enjoy sampling regional flavors and stroll narrow lanes. Return to Kuşadası for an afternoon at leisure — options include a beach visit, shopping at the bazaar, or an optional Turkish bath (hamam).
Included: Breakfast and guided visit to Şirince.
Tip: Bring a small reusable bag for purchases and try the local fruit wines.
Transfer to Pamukkale — En Route Stop at Aphrodisias (Optional)
Early departure for Pamukkale. En route, stop at Aphrodisias (optional visit), an extraordinary ancient city known for its marble workshop and spectacular stadium. Continue to Pamukkale/Hierapolis and check in to your hotel. Evening free to enjoy the views across the travertines.
Travel time: Approx. 3–4 hours (depending on stops).
Included: Breakfast, private transfer.
Important: Aphrodisias is an optional extension and may be offered for an additional fee — confirm at booking.
Full Day: Pamukkale & Hierapolis — Travertine Terraces & Ancient Spa
Explore Pamukkale's stunning white travertine terraces and take a guided walk through the ancient spa city of Hierapolis. Visit the Roman Theatre, Necropolis, and the Antique Pool (Cleopatra's Pool) where you can swim among submerged ancient columns (optional, extra fee). Spend time soaking in the thermal waters and photographing the terraces at sunset for magical lighting.
Meals: Breakfast included. Lunch at a local restaurant (included).
Special note: Walking on the travertines requires shoes off in many areas — bring a dry bag for your belongings.
Laodicea & Departure — Transfer to Izmir or Denizli Airport
After breakfast, visit the ancient city of Laodicea (optional short stop) or enjoy a relaxed morning in Pamukkale. Transfer to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (or Denizli Cardak Airport on request) for your onward flight.
Included: Breakfast, departure transfer to airport.
Note: If your flight departs late, consider adding an evening domestic flight from Denizli to Istanbul or Izmir — assistance available on request.
Inclusions
- Private airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- Accommodation for 5 nights: 3 nights in Kuşadası/Selçuk and 2 nights in Pamukkale (3-star / 4-star hotels; upgrade options available)
- Daily breakfasts and 2 lunches as noted
- Professional English-speaking guide for Ephesus and Pamukkale days
- All intra-destination private coach transfers as per itinerary
- Entrance fees to Ephesus, House of the Virgin Mary, and Pamukkale terraces and Hierapolis
- Local taxes and service charges
- Bottled water during transfers
Note: Customized pilgrimage or private group pricing available on request.
Exclusions
- International flights to/from Turkey
- Turkish visa and travel insurance
- Meals not mentioned in inclusions (most dinners and some lunches)
- Optional extras (Aphrodisias visit, Cleopatra Pool swim, hamam, domestic flights)
- Tips/gratuities for guides and drivers (recommended)
- Personal expenses, optional tours, and any items of a personal nature
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