Embark on a fascinating adventure with the 1-Day Ephesus & Pamukkale Trip by Plane from Istanbul! Experience two of Turkey's most iconic landmarks in a single day with a hassle-free flight, guided tours, and unforgettable memories.
This exhilarating tour from Istanbul offers an incredible opportunity to explore two of Turkey's most famous sites: Ephesus and Pamukkale. With a carefully crafted itinerary, you’ll travel by plane to maximize your sightseeing, taking in ancient ruins and natural wonders without wasting any time. From the mesmerizing ancient city of Ephesus, home to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, to the breathtaking terraces of Pamukkale's cotton castle, this tour ensures that you experience the best of Turkey in just one day.
Your journey begins in Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that once stood as a thriving metropolis in ancient times. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by your expert guide, who will lead you through the fascinating ruins. The highlight of your visit to Ephesus is the massive and well-preserved Library of Celsus, once one of the largest libraries in the ancient world. You’ll also explore the Great Theatre, an impressive amphitheater that could seat over 25,000 spectators in its prime, and the grand Temple of Artemis.
As you walk through the ancient streets of Ephesus, your guide will provide fascinating insights into the history of the city, from its early days as a Greek colony to its role in the Roman Empire. The historical richness of Ephesus is a must-see for anyone interested in ancient civilizations.
Next, you’ll fly to Pamukkale, one of Turkey's most unique and natural wonders. Known as the "Cotton Castle" because of its stunning white limestone terraces formed by thermal waters, Pamukkale is a place of pure enchantment. You will be able to walk on the terraces, take a dip in the warm mineral-rich waters, and enjoy the beauty of the surrounding landscapes.
Pamukkale’s beauty is also enhanced by the ancient ruins of Hierapolis, a Roman spa city that once attracted visitors for its healing waters. You will have the opportunity to explore the ruins of the ancient baths, necropolis, and the well-preserved Roman theater. The combination of the natural wonders and historical ruins makes Pamukkale a photographer’s paradise, offering countless opportunities to capture the essence of Turkey’s beauty.
The tour is designed to be as comfortable as possible, with a flight between Istanbul and the tour sites ensuring that you maximize your time exploring rather than spending it traveling. The experienced, multilingual guides are experts in their fields and will offer deep insights into the sites you visit. You will be able to relax and enjoy the tour without worrying about logistics, as all transfers.
An air-conditioned and comfortable vehicle will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the airport.
Our air-conditioned and comfortable vehicle will meet you at the airport and depart for our first stop, the ancient city of Ephesus.
An air-conditioned and comfortable transfer vehicle will take you to Pamukkale.
After completing the tour, our return journey will begin. Your transfer vehicle will take you to Denizli airport.
Your air-conditioned and comfortable vehicle will greet you at the airport and drop you off at your accommodation, ending the tour.
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Yevgeni Feofilakt - Russia
02 January
It was an excellent guide. She really knew her stuff and explained everything clearly and in a way that was easy to follow. It was a full day with lots of places to see, but she kept us engaged and on track the entire time. Really well done!
Albert Iouri - United Kingdom
12 January
The tour was amazing, it felt almost like a private one. Huge thanks to it our guide he’s really knowledgeable and explained everything in a fun way. We never got bored because it knows exactly how to keep things enjoyable. Also, thanks to the tour company for treating us like special guests.
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It was an excellent guide. She really knew her stuff and explained everything clearly and in a way that was easy to follow. It was a full day with lots of places to see, but she kept us engaged and on track the entire time. Really well done!
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The tour was amazing, it felt almost like a private one. Huge thanks to it our guide he’s really knowledgeable and explained everything in a fun way. We never got bored because it knows exactly how to keep things enjoyable. Also, thanks to the tour company for treating us like special guests.
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The trip was an exciting adventure. At first, we were a bit worried because our original flight was overbooked, and we had to fly standby. Luckily, we got on the plane, even though it was delayed by an hour. Our guide, it was very professional and great at helping us while sharing lots of interesting information. Ephesus was absolutely stunning. I do wish we had more time in Pamukkale since it’s such a unique place to visit. The drive there was enjoyable, and overall, it was an experience we’ll always remember.
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The tour was really well planned and informative! I was a bit worried about getting around and visiting two cities in one day, but I took the chance and didn’t regret it. Our guide, Esen, was very knowledgeable and did a great job explaining everything and answering all our questions. Having the transportation arranged before and after took a lot of stress off us and everything ran super smoothly. I’d definitely book with this group again great value for the money and would recommend it to others!
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Everything went really smoothly from the flights to the pickup. There was plenty of time throughout, so I never felt rushed. Overall, it was a great experience.
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my guide, was incredibly knowledgeable and his passion really stood out. I was picked up in a very comfortable and nice minivan, which made me feel really special. The driver was polite and I felt completely at ease throughout. The tour itself was fantastic I couldn’t have asked for anything better. My only regret is not booking two days so I could spend more time at each spot. I’ll definitely come back and ask and the same driver again! This tour is a must-do. If you have the chance, don’t hesitate you won’t regret it.
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The trip was fantastic, even though our flight was delayed by three hours. Our tour guide,made sure everything still went smoothly. We got to see all the beautiful sights right on schedule. Highly recommend this tour!
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I wasn’t a fan of the visit to the very pricey leather factory. I would have rather spent more time exploring the Roman ruins at Pamukkale.
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Ephesus was incredible, but I was a bit disappointed with Pamukkale. The pools were closed for renovations, and we weren’t informed about that beforehand.
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Excellent experience. The tour showed us incredible places and explained everything thoroughly.
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Everything was punctual and well organized. The transportation was safe and comfortable. Our guide was friendly, welcoming, and very helpful. I accidentally left a purchase in the van, but the driver came back to return it to me. Overall, I’m really happy with the experience.
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The transportation was excellent very well organized and clearly explained. I really felt like a VIP. The guide was very knowledgeable about the sites and kept the small group engaged the whole time, which was perfect. The places we visited were beautiful, though since it was September, Pamukkale was mostly dried up, which was a bit disappointing. The only downside was the cost it felt quite expensive, especially with the extra entrance fees on top.
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The tour was outstanding. This experience deserves a 10 out of 10.
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The sights were amazing and the guide was great, but the food was just okay.
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I really enjoyed the trip there was so much to see and do. Our guide was knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I would definitely recommend this excursion to others.
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Our guide really knew his stuff when it came to the history and mythology of the Romans, Greeks, and Egyptians. His way of storytelling tied everything together with modern-day Turkey. Definitely a five-star experience with him
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I visited two places in one day, and the time we had felt just right since it wasn’t busy during the off-season.
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Our guide was fantastic and efficiently led us through a full day by focusing on the main highlights of the sites, making sure we got back to Istanbul safely in one day. He shared plenty of useful information and was a real pleasure to be with. We highly recommend both the tour and as a guide.
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The trip was quite an adventure. At first, we were unsure because our original flight was overbooked and we had to fly standby. Luckily, we got on the plane despite a one-hour delay. Our guide, was very professional and really helpful, sharing lots of interesting info along the way. Ephesus was absolutely stunning. I just wish we’d had a bit more time in Pamukkale it’s such a special place. The drive there was nice, and overall, it was an experience we’ll always remember.
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The tour was excellent. They picked us up from the hotel at and everything went perfectly. Our guide, is fantastic it knows a lot about history, explains everything clearly, and is always ready to answer questions with great care. I highly recommend this tour. The places we visited were beautiful, and the history behind them was incredible. Big thanks to an outstanding professional.
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It was a really good experience, and the directory guy was both fun and kind.
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The tour was really informative and well organized! I was nervous about how we’d get around and visit two cities in one day, but I took a chance and didn’t regret it. Our guide, was very knowledgeable and did a great job explaining everything and answering our questions. Having the transportation arranged before and after made the whole trip stress-free and super smooth. I’d definitely book with this group again—great value for money—and would recommend it to others
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It was a great experience, and everything went as planned. The only thing I’d change is the return flight I wish it had been a bit earlier. Our guide, was very kind and shared a lot of valuable information.
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Even though it was a long day, it was totally worth it. The guide and driver were both excellent!
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The excursion was long and a bit tiring, but very well organized and absolutely worth it. Our guide was professional and super helpful. Both sites are must-sees if you're visiting Turkey.
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The sites were absolutely stunning, and our guide was friendly, professional, and very informative. The only downside was spending too much time at lunch learning about local carpet making and being given a sales pitch. That cut our time in Pamukkale down to just one hour, which was quite disappointing.
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It was a really great experience! Our guide, , was excellent.
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The places we visited were beautiful, and our guide worked hard to speak Spanish. It was a really nice experience.
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The transportation was excellent—very well organized and clearly explained. I really felt like a VIP. The guide was very knowledgeable about the sites and kept our small group engaged the whole time, which was perfect. The places we visited were beautiful, though since it was September, Pamukkale was mostly dried up, which was a bit disappointing. The only downside was the cost—it felt quite expensive, especially with the extra entrance fees on top.
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Our guide was fantastic. She was very knowledgeable and easy to follow. It was a long day with several stops, but she kept us engaged and focused the entire time. Absolutely excellent!
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Our guide, was very professional and super helpful, sharing lots of interesting information along the way. Ephesus was absolutely stunning. I just wish we had a bit more time at Pamukkale because it’s such a special place. The drive there was nice, and overall, it was an unforgettable experience.
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The was outstanding. I’d give this experience a full 10 out of 10.
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The sights were amazing and the guide was good, but the food was just average.
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