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Discover the very best of Turkey in just 5 days with a seamless journey through Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, and Cappadocia—featuring expertly guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and all domestic flights arranged for a stress-free experience.
⭐ Semi-private tours (max. 10 guests for a more personal experience)
⭐ All domestic flights included for a smooth, hassle-free journey
⭐ Hotel pickup & drop-off in Istanbul included
⭐ Optional hot air balloon ride (fixed price – no last-minute increases)
⭐ Unique local experiences: camel ride & traditional Testi Kebab
What's Included
Lunch
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Pick-up and drop-off services are available for hotels in the central districts of Istanbul. These hotels are listed in the search box above. However, some hotels may not appear due to updates in the address registration system. If your hotel is not listed, please contact your travel counsellor or tour operator.
Itinerary
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1Sultanahmet District
Begin your journey in Istanbul with a guided exploration of the historic Old City. Visit the city’s most iconic landmarks including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar. Discover the rich history of Byzantium and the Ottoman Empire while enjoying a relaxed, semi-private tour experience.
7 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Hierapolis & Pamukkale
Fly to Pamukkale in the early morning and explore the stunning white travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis. Walk through Roman ruins, enjoy the thermal landscapes, and experience one of Turkey’s most unique natural wonders. Overnight stay in Kusadasi.
7 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Ancient City of Ephesus
Explore the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved classical cities in the world. Visit key highlights including the Library of Celsus and the House of the Virgin Mary. After the tour, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia and check into your cave hotel.
7 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Cappadocia
Start your day with an optional hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes. Continue with a guided tour of the region’s highlights including fairy chimneys, valleys, and local cultural experiences. Enjoy unique activities such as a camel ride and traditional cuisine.
7 hours • Admission ticket free -
5Kaymakli Underground City
Discover more of Cappadocia including underground cities and panoramic viewpoints. After the tour, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Istanbul, where your unforgettable 5-day journey concludes.
7 hours • Admission ticket included
Semi-Private Tour to Old City of Istanbul
Flight to Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour - Overnight at Kusadasi
Ephesus Discovery & Flight to Cappadocia - Overnight at Cappadocia
Cappadocia Experience & Optional Balloon Ride
Cappadocia Tour & Flight Back to Istanbul
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- To arrange your flight tickets, the local tour operator may kindly request some passport details. Providing this information will help ensure that your domestic flight booking can be completed smoothly.
- E-tickets for your domestic flights will be sent by the local tour operator three days prior to your departure date. Printed copies of the tickets are not required by airline companies or the local tour operator. You may use the digital copies.
- Each domestic flight includes a baggage allowance of 15 kg of checked luggage and 8 kg of hand luggage per person. If you require additional baggage allowance, please inform the local tour operator in advance. Please note that extra charges may apply for luggage exceeding the 15 kg limit.
- If you wish to change your scheduled domestic flight(s) after they have been issued, the local tour operator may request the cost of new flight tickets. Please note that flight tickets cannot be refunded or changed once issued.
- Accommodation for this tour will be at Carina Boutique Hotel in Kuşadası and Zeydem Suites Cave Hotel in Cappadocia. Please note that accommodation in Istanbul on the first evening of the tour is not included in the price. If standard or superior rooms at the specified hotels are not available on your travel dates, the local tour operator reserves the right to replace them with hotels of equivalent quality. Therefore, no refunds will be provided in such cases.
- Package prices are based on accommodations in double or triple rooms. Rooms are assigned according to the number of guests in your booking: 2 guests will receive a double room, and 3 guests a triple room. For groups of 4 or more, rooms will be arranged as the most suitable combination of double and/or triple rooms. For bookings of 2 or more guests, a single room supplement may apply if a single room is requested. Single travelers (for bookings of one person) are not charged extra and will automatically be accommodated in single rooms.
- ⭐ MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE FOR HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE : Hot air balloon rides are subject to weather conditions and safety regulations set by the Civil Aviation Authority. Unlike some others, the local tour operator offer a guaranteed refund for the cost of hot air balloon experience if the flight is canceled due to unfavorable weather. In such cases, the balloon flight cost is refunded promptly, typically by the following day, ensuring a worry-free and transparent travel experience.
- ⭐ FIXED PRICE GUARANTEE FOR HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE : Hot air balloon tour prices are dynamic and may vary from day to day. Especially, if a hot air balloon tour is canceled on any given day due to weather conditions, prices for the following day may increase by 30–40%, and on some days even by 70–80%. In such cases, this local tour operator guarantees that the price will remain fixed at the rate valid at the time of your reservation and will not be subject to any changes. BOOK NOW WITH A FIXED PRICE GUARANTEE AND SAVE MONEY!
- ⭐ SEMI-PRIVATE GUIDED TOURS : Unlike standard group tours, the guided day tour(s) in this travel package are operated with a maximum of 10 participants per group. This exclusive format ensures a more personal, immersive, and comfortable experience, allowing guests to truly connect with Turkey’s ancient heritages and breathtaking landscapes.
- The Hot Air Balloon Ride will be operated in the Standard Category. This category offers an approximate flight duration of one hour, using baskets with a capacity of 20 to 28 passengers. The actual flight time may vary between 50–55 minutes or 65–70 minutes, depending on weather conditions prior to landing. Flight duration decisions are made by the pilot in accordance with the safety regulations of the Civil Aviation Authority. The total duration of the activity is approximately 3 hours.
- If you have not added the Hot Air Balloon Ride to your booking for this travel package, the hot air balloon experience and any related services mentioned or advertised in the description are not included.
- If you do not use any service or choose not to participate in activities, tours, or airport transfers, this will be considered a last-minute cancellation. In such cases, no refund will be provided.
- The guests aged 17 and under are not allowed to participate in the Camel ride due to safety measures.
- The children aged 6 and under are not allowed to participate in the hot air balloon ride due to Civil Aviation regulations.
- Child rates apply only when accompanied by two paying adults. If the booking includes 1 adult and 1 child, the local tour operator may charge the rate for 2 adults.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
- Infant meals not included.
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Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 3 full days before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 3 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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