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We are waiting for individual travelers to join this wonderful tour to explore hidden parts of Turkey. This is the only short itinerary that runs between Izmir and Antalya visiting the major sites such as Pamukkale and Aphrodisias. The small group and local connections is going to be delightful for the discoveries as we go along.
What's Included
Dinner
Meeting and pickup
Our first pickup location is at the Airport Shuttle stop by the Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir.
Our first pickup location is at the Airport Shuttle stop by the Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir.
There will be free shuttle to the Airport in Antalya. You may wish to stay longer in Antalya Old Town.
Itinerary
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1Izmir
Meet you guide at the Izmir Airport/or Downtown Izmir (location will be decided upon arrival depending on the guest). After orientation, free time for lunch at downtown before we head towards our hotel, located at Sirince Village. Dinner together at a local restaurant at the village.
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Ancient City of Ephesus
Take a morning trip to the ruins of Ancient city of Ephesus, the great city & home to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Ayasoluk Castle
This is the location of the Cathedral for the tomb of St. John.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
Visit the House of Virgin Mary, where it is believed she spent the last days of her life.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5Pamukkale Thermal Pools
This morning we will be driving to Pamukkale. On the way lunch on your own at the town of Nazili where it is known for its Turkish style pizzas that are called pide. Afternoon will be at the ancient site of Hieropolis also known as Pamukkale. This is a quite a large area to cover and you will also get enough time on your own to swim in the ancient hot springs (extra admission, changing cabins available).
4 hours • Admission ticket included -
6Aphrodisias
This morning we will be driving to Aphrodisias for 1 hour. All morning will be visiting the ancient site. Later a stop for local lunch on your own and the afternoon will be a 3 hour drive to Antalya where we will sleep 2 nights at the old town.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
7Old Bazaar
Old town discovery for 1 hour.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
8Perge Antik Kenti
30 min. drive to the Roman Site of Perge. One of the largest excavations still carried in Antalya is open for visit.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
9Antalya Museum
Archaeology Museum will be our final stop. A great collection of Roman sculptural works waits for our attention.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
10Antalya Province
You will be transferred to the airport in the morning.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Welcome to Izmir and the start of the tour
Ephesus and Attractions
Pamukkale
Aphrodisias, City of the Goddess of Beauty
Antalya, Perge, Archaeology Museum
Tour over after breakfast
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- For a 50% refund, you must cancel 2–6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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