2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul by Flight
Step into the ancient world and soak in thermal wonders on this carefully curated 2-day tour from Istanbul.
This 2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul by Flight offers a perfect blend of archaeology, spirituality, and nature — from the marble streets of Ephesus to the white terraces of Pamukkale.
Enjoy guided tours, comfortable flights, and hotel transfers, with all the major highlights packed into two unforgettable days.
- Visits two of Türkiye’s most iconic UNESCO sites
- Flight-based travel saves time and maximizes experience
- Includes professional guides for both Ephesus and Pamukkale
- Seamless transfers, comfortable hotels, and no night buses
- Great option for short-stay travelers wanting rich cultural exposure
What's Included
- Domestic flights: Istanbul ➝ Izmir & Denizli ➝ Istanbul
- Istanbul hotel pick-up and final hotel drop-off
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Kusadasi
- Guided full-day Ephesus Tour
- Guided full-day Pamukkale Tour
- Professional licensed English-speaking tour guides
- All entrance fees to mentioned sights
- 2 lunches during tour days
- 1 breakfast at hotel
- All airport and region transfers
What's Not Included
- Dinners
- Drinks at lunch
- Swimming at Cleopatra Antique Pool (optional)
- Personal expenses
2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul by Flight – Ancient Cities & Thermal Wonders in Two Days
Day 1 ─ Fly to Izmir ➝ Ephesus Tour ➝ Overnight in Kusadasi
04:00 ─ Pick-up from your hotel in Istanbul
Our team will transfer you to the airport for your early morning flight to Izmir. (Flight times are subject to availability and may vary depending on season.)
07:00 ─ Fly from Istanbul to Izmir
08:30 ─ Arrival at Izmir Airport. You will be greeted at the exit with a name sign and transferred to the Ephesus tour area.
Walking the Streets of a Roman Capital
- Ephesus Ancient City: One of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world. Explore marble streets, ancient houses, bath complexes, and temples.
- Library of Celsius: An iconic two-story façade that once held over 12,000 scrolls.
- Great Amphitheatre: A colossal Roman theatre that once hosted up to 25,000 spectators.
- Temple of Hadrian: Decorated with mythological reliefs, dedicated to Emperor Hadrian.
- Odeon: A small theatre used for political meetings and concerts.
- The Agora: Center of trade and social life in ancient times.
- The Roman Baths & Latrines: Glimpse into Roman public hygiene and relaxation culture.
- Fountain of Trajan: Monumental structure built to honor Emperor Trajan.
- House of Virgin Mary: A sacred Christian site believed to be where Mary spent her final years.
- Temple of Artemis (viewpoint): Once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, now seen as historical ruins.
16:00 ─ End of the tour and transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi.
Check-in and rest for the evening.
Day 2 ─ Pamukkale Tour ➝ Fly to Istanbul ➝ Hotel Transfer
07:30 – 08:00 ─ Pick-up from your hotel in Kusadasi
Drive to Pamukkale for your full-day tour. The journey takes approximately 3 hours with scenic countryside views.
Thermal Waters & Ancient Healing City
- White Travertine Terraces: Stunning natural calcium formations filled with thermal water, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Roman spa city with a rich history. Explore the Frontinius Gate, Frontinius Street, the Bath and Basilica, Temple of Apollo, Latrina, and the Grand Theatre.
- The Necropolis: One of the largest ancient cemeteries in Anatolia, with elaborate tombs and sarcophagi.
- Cleopatra Antique Pool: Swim among fallen Roman columns in warm, mineral-rich waters. (Entrance optional and ticketed separately.)
- Fountain of the Tritons: Once a sacred structure symbolizing beauty and abundance.
- Byzantine Gate & Gymnasium: Remains of structures that reveal how ancient civilizations combined health and sports.
16:00 ─ End of the tour. Transfer to Denizli Airport.
Evening: Flight from Denizli to Istanbul (flight departure time may vary depending on seasonal availability).
Arrival: Our team will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Istanbul.
- Flights from/to Istanbul are arranged based on best availability; exact times will be shared after booking
- Domestic flights include 15kg check-in and 8kg cabin baggage per person. Extra baggage can be added during online check-in.
- Cleopatra Antique Pool is optional and requires an additional entry ticket.
Hotel Options
If you have a preferred hotel, please let us know during the reservation process. On the checkout page, you will see an "Additional Request" section where you can specify your preference.
However, please note that we will make the reservation at one of the hotels listed below or similar quality hotels based on availability.
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We are a family of 5 from Canada and just returned from a great trip to Turkey. We arranged two excursions out of Istanbul - one to Ephesus and another to Pammukale - both through Turkish Travel Bazaar. I have to say that the response, service, promptness and accuracy of this agency was impressive. Mr Mehmet Fidan was awesome to deal with. Got back to me through email (because we didn't have a phone there) at all hours - didn't matter when I emailed with a question he replied pretty much right away. The transport was always right on time and the prices were really unbeatable. I would recommend using this agency to my family....and therefore to anyone.Thank you very much Mehmet - I've told a colleague about you guys and gave them your contact details. They'll be out there end of April.
We found travel bazaar agency online while we were gathering information about turkey. We did Ephesus & Pamukkale 2 days trip with these guys and everything went so smooth. we stayed in a hotel by seaside. The guides were very informative and we felt like being in ancient world. the hotel pick up took a bit time as there were other people travelling with us. You might do private tour if want to avoid it but I highly recommend travel bazaar.
This tour gave me a wonderful taste of Turkey’s ancient history and natural wonders. The organization was flawless and the guides were great.
The 2-day tour was well organized and covered the highlights perfectly. Loved walking through the ancient streets of Ephesus and soaking in the Pamukkale terraces.
An amazing tour! The ancient city of Ephesus is breathtaking and Pamukkale’s natural pools are stunning. Perfect for a short trip.
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