7 Days Istanbul and Pamukkale Tour
Embrace two unforgettable sides of Turkey with our 7 Days Istanbul and Pamukkale Tour. Discover the timeless wonders of Istanbul’s Old City and Bosphorus shores, then relax among the ethereal white travertines and ancient ruins of Pamukkale. With flexible flights, optional hot air balloon rides, and free days to explore, this journey offers the perfect balance of adventure, culture, and relaxation.
- Covers two iconic regions of Turkey in a relaxed itinerary
- Includes all domestic flights, airport transfers, guided tours, and hotels
- Optional Pamukkale hot air balloon experience available during booking
- Designed with free days to explore or rest at your own pace
- Professional local guides bring history and culture to life
What's Included
- Flight tickets: Istanbul ➝ Denizli ➝ Istanbul
- All airport-hotel and hotel-tour transfers
- Hotel accommodation: 5 nights in Istanbul, 1 night in Pamukkale
- Professional licensed English-speaking tour guides
- Full-day Bosphorus Cruise and Two Continents Tour
- Full-day Pamukkale Tour
- Daily breakfasts at hotels
- Lunches during guided tours
- All entrance fees for sites mentioned in the itinerary
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Drinks during lunch
- Dinners
- Swimming at Cleopatra Antique Pool (optional)
- Hot air balloon ride in Pamukkale (optional)
7 Days Istanbul and Pamukkale Tour: Timeless Traditions and Natural Wonders
Day 1 ─ Arrival in Istanbul ➝ Hotel Transfer
Arrival: Upon your arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), meet our representative waiting with a name sign at the exit gate.
Transfer: Transfer to your hotel in Istanbul.
The remainder of the day is free for you to relax after your journey.
Day 2 ─ Free Day in Istanbul
After breakfast, enjoy your full day at leisure to explore Istanbul’s neighborhoods, visit museums, or relax at local cafés.
Optional tours are available upon request.
Day 3 ─ Full-Day Bosphorus Cruise and Two Continents Tour
08:30 am ─ After breakfast, your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel for an immersive tour across Europe and Asia.
Today’s Highlights: Discover the Beauty of Two Continents
- Spice Bazaar: Walk through the aromatic halls of Istanbul’s vibrant 17th-century Egyptian Market, overflowing with spices, sweets, and souvenirs.
- Bosphorus Cruise: Relax aboard a cruise ship as you glide past Ottoman palaces, seaside mansions, and ancient fortresses lining the Bosphorus Strait.
- Çamlıca Hill: Capture breathtaking panoramas of Istanbul from the city’s highest natural point, offering sweeping views over both continents.
- Beylerbeyi Palace: Step inside an opulent 19th-century Ottoman summer palace located along the Asian shores of the Bosphorus.
17:00 ─ After the tour, transfer back to your hotel in Istanbul.
Day 4 ─ Flight to Denizli ➝ Free Day in Pamukkale
Morning: After breakfast and hotel check-out, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport.
Flight: Depart for Denizli with flexible timing based on availability.
Arrival: Upon arrival at Denizli Airport, our team will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in Pamukkale.
Rest of Day: Free day to relax or explore Pamukkale town at your own pace.
Day 5 ─ Optional Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon ➝ Pamukkale Tour ➝ Flight Back to Istanbul
Early Morning: Optional hot air balloon flight over Pamukkale’s surreal landscape (bookable during reservation).
Breakfast at hotel.
09:30 am ─ After breakfast, your guide and driver will meet you for the Pamukkale Tour.
Today’s Highlights: The Natural and Historical Treasures of Pamukkale
- Famous Pamukkale Travertines: Walk barefoot across the brilliant white terraces formed by thermal waters cascading down the hillside over centuries.
- White Calcium Terraces: Witness one of the world’s most unique natural wonders, often referred to as the “Cotton Castle.”
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Wander through ruins of a once-thriving Roman spa city, including the grand theater and ancient streets.
- The Necropolis: Explore one of the largest ancient cemeteries in Turkey, filled with ornate sarcophagi and mausoleums.
- Bath and Basilica: Visit the ruins of ancient communal bathhouses and religious structures that reflect the social life of antiquity.
- Cleopatra Antique Thermal Pool (Optional Entry): Swim among submerged Roman columns in the soothing warm waters of Cleopatra’s legendary pool.
16:00 ─ After the tour, transfer to Denizli Airport.
Evening: Fly back to Istanbul and meet our staff at the airport for hotel transfer.
Day 6 ─ Free Day in Istanbul
After breakfast, enjoy a free day to relax, shop in vibrant bazaars, or discover hidden gems of the city on your own.
Day 7 ─ Transfer to Airport ➝ Fly Home
After breakfast and hotel check-out, our driver will transfer you to Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) for your international departure.
- Hotel accommodations in Istanbul and Pamukkale are included throughout the tour.
- Domestic flights between Istanbul and Denizli are scheduled flexibly depending on availability; times may vary.
- Domestic flight tickets include 15 kg checked baggage + 8 kg cabin baggage per person. Extra baggage can be added during online check-in.
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon ride is optional and can be booked at the time of reservation.
- Swimming in Cleopatra Antique Thermal Pool is optional and requires an additional entrance fee.
- Airport, hotel, and tour area transfers are included and arranged in advance for your convenience.
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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