4 Days Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul by Flight
Four regions, four days, and a lifetime’s worth of memories. This 4 Days Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Ephesus Tour from Istanbul by Flight takes you through Turkey’s most beloved treasures, soaring fairy chimneys, mineral-stacked terraces, and marble-clad cities that whisper tales from antiquity.
Whether you’re chasing nature, history, or just a truly complete experience, this itinerary delivers all three with style and ease.
- Four days can be enough if they’re spent in the right places, with the right plan.
- Every hour counts. That’s why we handle flights, transfers, and guides so you focus on the experience, not logistics.
- You’ll touch history in Ephesus, walk nature’s sculpture garden in Pamukkale, and dream inside Cappadocia’s valleys.
- This isn’t a race; it’s a seamless, rewarding loop through Turkey’s top sights.
- Optional hot air balloon ride? Yes, and you’ll be glad you did.
What's Included
- Flight: Istanbul → Cappadocia
- Flight: Cappadocia → Izmir
- Flight: Denizli → Istanbul
- All airport and hotel transfers
- 1 night in Cappadocia, 2 nights in Kusadasi
- Guided Red & Yellow Cappadocia Tours
- Guided full-day Ephesus Tour
- Guided full-day Pamukkale Tour
- Professional English-speaking licensed tour guides
- Entrance fees for all sites listed in the itinerary
- Daily breakfasts & lunches during tours
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Drinks during lunches
- Dinners
- Hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia (optional)
- Swimming at Cleopatra Antique Pool (optional)
4 Days Cappadocia, Pamukkale & Ephesus Tour from Istanbul by Flight: From Fairy Chimneys to Roman Legends
Day 1 ─ Fly to Cappadocia ➝ Northern Cappadocia Red Tour
03:30 am ─ Our team picks you up from your hotel in Istanbul and transfers you to Istanbul or Sabiha Gokcen Airport.
06:30 am ─ Flight to Cappadocia. (Flight times may change based on seasonal availability.)
08:00 am ─ Meet our representative at Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport and drive straight to the tour area.
A Day Among Surreal Landscapes
- Devrent Valley: Discover a stone zoo sculpted by nature—rocks shaped like camels, seals, and even Napoleon’s hat.
- Pasabag Valley Open Air Museum: Step inside fairy chimneys once inhabited by monks seeking spiritual silence.
- Avanos & Pottery Workshop: Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this town of red clay and ancient craftsmanship.
- Zelve Open Air Museum: Wander through a ghost town carved into volcanic tuff, where faith and daily life once intertwined.
- Uchisar Castle & Panoramic View: Finish the day with panoramic magic at the highest point of Cappadocia.
17:00 ─ Tour ends. Transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 2 ─ Southern Cappadocia Yellow Tour ➝ Fly to Izmir ➝ Kusadasi
Hot Air Balloon Flight
The price of the hot air balloon flight is not included in this package. You can add it optionally if you want to experience the incredible sunrise view over Cappadocia.
Hot Air Balloon Watching
If you prefer to stay on the ground but still want to capture amazing photos of the balloons floating over the fairy chimneys, join our hot air balloon watching tour.
09:30 am ─ After breakfast and check-out, meet your guide for the Yellow Tour.
Hidden Valleys and Ancient Undergrounds
- Red Valley: Walk through a valley glowing with shades of pink and red, dotted with secret churches and age-old frescoes.
- Gulludere Valley: Quiet, spiritual, and breathtaking—a trail of silence framed by cave chapels and tunnel-like paths.
- Cavusin Village: A once-thriving Greek village with homes carved into stone cliffs and stories echoing from its ancient church walls.
- Pigeon Valley: A scenic reminder of how pigeons played a vital role in farming and communication centuries ago.
- Ozkonak Underground City: A maze of stone-carved tunnels built for survival and secrecy. Watch your head—and your imagination!
17:00 ─ End of the tour. Transfer to the airport.
19:30 – 21:30 ─ Flight to Izmir. (Exact time depends on airline and season.)
Note: If there is no direct flight, we will book a connected flight via Istanbul.
Upon arrival: Meet our team at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi for overnight stay.
Day 3 ─ Ephesus Tour
08:30 am ─ After breakfast, your guide will meet you at the hotel for a full-day exploration of Ephesus.
Marble Streets & Ancient Wisdom
- Ephesus Ancient City: Step into the pages of history as you explore temples, theaters, and forums of this once-glorious Roman city.
- Marble Streets: Walk the same polished paths once used by emperors, traders, and saints.
- The Odeon: A small amphitheater that echoed with music, philosophy, and politics.
- The Agora: Imagine the buzz of ancient market stalls and civic gatherings in this central square.
- The Temple of Hadrian: A showcase of imperial devotion and Roman architectural elegance.
- The Monumental Fountains: Once a refreshing escape for citizens, now photogenic ruins of Roman luxury.
- The Library of Celsius: Iconic façade, once housing scrolls of wisdom—now one of Turkey’s most photographed ruins.
- The Great Amphitheatre: Let your voice echo where 25,000 people once cheered political speeches and plays.
- The Roman Baths: Glimpse Roman hygiene and social rituals at this preserved bathing complex.
- House of Virgin Mary: A serene sanctuary believed to be the final home of Mary, mother of Jesus.
- Temple of Artemis: Visit the remnants of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
16:30 ─ Return to your Kusadasi hotel for overnight stay.
Day 4 ─ Pamukkale Tour ➝ Fly Back to Istanbul
08:00 am ─ After check-out and breakfast, depart for Pamukkale by road (approx. 3 hours).
10:30 am ─ Start your full-day Pamukkale Tour.
White Terraces & Healing Legends
- Pamukkale Travertines: Step into nature’s spa, where terraces of white limestone shimmer under the sun.
- White Calcium Terraces: Bathe your feet in warm mineral water while gazing over the valley below.
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Explore the ruins of this Greco-Roman healing center, built atop natural hot springs.
- The Necropolis: A hauntingly beautiful burial ground filled with ornate tombs and sarcophagi.
- Bath and Basilica: Roman public life preserved in stone—see where faith and wellness met.
- Frontinius Gate & Street: Ancient roads where chariots rolled and gods were praised.
- Latrina & Fountain of the Tritons: A peek into Roman utility and their flair for detail—even in bathrooms.
- Temple of Apollon: Sacred space, prophecies, and rituals—all echo in this once-mighty temple.
- Cleopatra Antique Thermal Pool: Swim among submerged columns in waters once fit for a queen. (Optional, extra fee)
16:30 ─ Tour ends. Transfer to Denizli Airport.
18:30 – 20:00 ─ Flight to Istanbul.
Upon arrival: Meet our team at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Istanbul.
- All domestic flight times are subject to seasonal airline schedules and seat availability. Final times will be confirmed after reservation.
- Flights include 15 kg checked baggage + 8 kg cabin allowance per person. Additional baggage can be added during check-in for a fee.
- On Day 2, your flight from Cappadocia to Izmir will be arranged based on the most available and suitable option. Direct or connected flight options may apply depending on the date.
- Hot air balloon flights in Cappadocia are available at an extra cost and should be booked early during the reservation process due to limited slots.
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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Highly recommend this tour if you want to experience the essence of Turkey in a short time. The historical richness of Ephesus combined with the natural beauty of Pamukkale and Cappadocia made for a perfect mix. Everything was handled for us, which made the trip stress-free and enjoyable.
Flight connections saved time between destinations. Worth the extra cost.
We booked this on a whim and it turned out to be our favorite part of our Turkey trip. Cappadocia especially felt like a place from another world. The company handled everything so we didn't need to worry about logistics. Truly a memorable experience!
Christmas vacation and weather was perfect for all outdoor activities. Pamukkale thermal pools were warm despite December temperatures. Cave hotel heating worked well during cold nights.
Amazing variety of landscapes and history. Ephesus felt like walking through textbook.
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