Pamukkale & Ephesus 2 Day Tour from Istanbul

Fascinated by history and the power of nature? Visit two breath-taking destinations, Pamukkale and Ephesus, and get the best of both! With our Pamukkale & Ephesus 2 Day Tour from Istanbul, you have the opportunity to escape from the crowds of the city, and feel the charm and imposing atmosphere of two infamous cities.

This guided tour takes you to Pamukkale for an exceptional exploration. Visit the Cotton Castle, the area’s thermal springs, and an ancient city. With this tour you will, also, visit Ephesus that is an UNESCO heritage site, and unfold its long, graceful history. Stunning landscapes, delightful views, important sites, and natural wonders are the key characteristics of this 2-day tour.

When booking this 2-day excursion to Pamukkale and Ephesus, you can expect to be part of the ultimate sightseeing tour, that is full of wonderful landscapes and interesting visits. In the morning hours, a car will transfer you to the airport, from where you will fly to Denizli. Your day in Pamukkale starts by visiting the most iconic site in the area, that is the Cotton Castle. Accompanied by the tour guide, you will walk around and admire this majestic limestone mountain that has terraces filled with thermal water. In Pamukkale, you will also visit the ancient city of Hierapolis, and get to know the history and the importance of this ancient settlement. The area is particularly popular for its thermal springs, and hence expect to visit some of the most famous thermal pools in Pamukkale, such as the Cleopatra’s Pool and the Karahayit Red Springs. In the afternoon, a bus will drive you to Kusadasi, where you will spend the night at a hotel.

On the second day, after an energising breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Ephesus. Upon your arrival, you will feel the exceptional atmosphere of this site, and the energy that casts on you. Ephesus, that is now as UNESCO heritage site, used to be the second most important city, after Rome, during the ancient times. The most famous site in Ephesus is the temple of Artemis, that is one of the wonders of the ancient world. Even though there are only ruins today, the guide is about to explain everything you need to know about it. At Ephesus, you will observe many important and interesting ruins, such as the agora, the marble streets, and the theatre. During the second day expect, also, to visit the House of Virgin Many and Isabey Mosque. In the afternoon, you will arrive at Izmir airport, and fly back to Istanbul.