Aegean Wonders: Istanbul to Pamukkale
7 days · 6 suggested stays
Day 1 — Arrival in Istanbul, explore Sultanahmet, and settle in.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Hagia Sophia
Magnificent Byzantine church turned mosque and museum.
Blue Mosque
Stunning Ottoman mosque with blue Iznik tiles.
Basilica Cistern
Ancient underground water reservoir with columns.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel
Comfortable hotel in the heart of old town.
Day 2 — More Istanbul highlights: Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Topkapi Palace
Opulent palace of Ottoman sultans, with treasures.
Grand Bazaar
Vast covered market with shops and cafes.
Galata Tower
Medieval tower with panoramic city views.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel
Comfortable hotel in the heart of old town.
Day 3 — Fly to Izmir and drive to Kusadasi, visit Ephesus.
(overnight: Izmir)
Flight to Izmir
Domestic flight from Istanbul to Izmir.
Library of Celsus
Iconic Roman library facade in Ephesus.
Great Theatre of Ephesus
Huge ancient theater with great acoustics.
Swissotel Grand Efes Izmir
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Visit site
Luxurious hotel in Izmir, near the coast.
Day 4 — Explore more of Ephesus, then drive to Pamukkale.
(overnight: Izmir)
Terrace Houses
Well-preserved Roman houses with mosaics.
Sirince Village
Charming hill village with wine houses.
Drive to Pamukkale
Scenic drive from Kusadasi to Pamukkale.
Swissotel Grand Efes Izmir
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Visit site
Luxurious hotel in Izmir, near the coast.
Day 5 — Full day at Pamukkale's terraces and Hierapolis.
(overnight: Izmir)
Pamukkale Travertines
White terraces of mineral-rich thermal waters.
Hierapolis Theatre
Well-preserved ancient theater in Hierapolis.
Cleopatra's Pool
Antique pool with submerged columns, warm water.
Swissotel Grand Efes Izmir
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Visit site
Luxurious hotel in Izmir, near the coast.
Day 6 — Explore Izmir's highlights, then fly back to Istanbul.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Izmir Clock Tower
Historic clock tower in Konak Square.
Kemeralti Bazaar
Sprawling market with spices, textiles, more.
Flight to Istanbul
Domestic flight from Izmir to Istanbul.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel
Comfortable hotel in the heart of old town.
Day 7 — Last day in Istanbul: Bosphorus cruise and departure.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Bosphorus Cruise
Scenic boat trip along the Bosphorus strait.
Spice Bazaar
Aromatic market with spices, sweets, more.
Free time and departure
Leisure time before your flight home.
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