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2 day(s)
Private
2-5 people
moderate
Experience two of Turkey’s most iconic destinations on this immersive 2-day cultural journey. Walk through the legendary ancient city of Ephesus, explore the sacred House of Virgin Mary, and admire the historic Basilica of St. John. Continue your adventure in Pamukkale, where the dazzling white terraces and ancient spa city of Hierapolis create one of the most surreal landscapes on Earth. With 4-star accommodation, comfortable transfers, and an expert English-speaking guide, this tour blends history, culture, and natural beauty into an unforgettable short getaway.
Duration
2 day(s)
Max Group Size
2-5 people
Tour Code
EPH2D-01
Departure Type
guaranteed
Tour Category
Culture & Historical
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Operated In
Age Requirement
0 - 90
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
Denizli Airport
Begin your journey with a short flight to Izmir (approx. 1 hour 15 minutes).
Meet your guide and enjoy a comfortable 1.5-hour transfer to the Ephesus region.
Explore the impressive ruins of St. John’s Basilica, built over the believed burial site of John the Apostle. Walk among its towering columns and learn about the early history of Christianity in Anatolia.
Stroll through one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world. Highlights include:
The Library of Celsus
The Temple of Hadrian
The Great Theater
Marble streets and mosaics
Your guide will bring to life the stories and daily life of this once-thriving Roman metropolis.
Travel to the peaceful hillside where Mary is believed to have spent her final years. This holy site is recognized by both Christian and Islamic traditions and remains an important pilgrimage destination.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the Ephesus area.
(Meal not included; your guide will recommend excellent options.)
Arrive at your 4-star hotel in Kusadasi for rest and relaxation. Dinner is included at the hotel.
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic 2-hour drive through the countryside to reach the breathtaking “Cotton Castle.”
Discover the Greco-Roman spa city built above the white travertine terraces. Visit:
The ancient Roman theater
Byzantine basilica
Necropolis and ancient thermal baths
Your guide will explain how this city attracted visitors from across the empire seeking healing waters.
Walk along the extraordinary white calcium formations created by mineral-rich thermal waters. Admire the stunning views and take photos of this UNESCO World Heritage landscape.
(If conditions allow, you may walk in designated thermal pools.)
Enjoy lunch in the Pamukkale area before your afternoon transfer.
Depart from Pamukkale for a 1-hour transfer to Denizli Airport.
Return flight (approx. 1 hour 15 minutes).
Your cultural journey through Ephesus and Pamukkale comes to an end upon arrival.
1 Night Accommodation in a 4 stars hotel in Kusadasi on half board basis
English speaking local guide for excursions
Dinner at the hotel is included
Airport transfers, excursions and transfer from Kusadasi to Pamukkale
Domestic flights are not included