Duration
6 days
Departs
Istanbul
Ends
Istanbul
Style
Cultural
This 6-day round-trip from Istanbul includes flights to Izmir, visits to ancient Ephesus and Pamukkale, plus Istanbul highlights like Hagia Sophia and a Bosphorus cruise.
Route map
Numbers follow the itinerary order — tap a marker to see the stop.
Itinerary
- Istanbul — 4 nights
- Kusadasi — 1 night
Places you'll see
Ephesus · Pamukkale
Highlights
- Explore Istanbul's Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque
- Cruise the Bosphorus and visit Pierre Loti Hill
- Fly to Izmir and tour ancient Ephesus
- Visit the House of Virgin Mary in Ephesus
- See the calcium terraces of Pamukkale and Hierapolis
- Return to Istanbul for free time and departure
Good to know
- Domestic flights and hotels with breakfast included.
- International flights, travel insurance, and visa are not included.
- Museum entrance fees are excluded; guide helps bypass lines at some sites.