Turkey Highlights: Istanbul, Ephesus & Pamukkale
7 days · 6 suggested stays
Day 1 — Arrive in Istanbul and explore Sultanahmet
(overnight: Istanbul)
Hagia Sophia
Visit the iconic Byzantine cathedral-mosque.
Blue Mosque
Stunning Ottoman mosque with blue tiles.
Grand Bazaar
Historic covered market with 4000+ shops.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel
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Visit site
Luxury hotel in historic Sultanahmet.
Day 2 — Istanbul cultural sites and transfer to Izmir
(overnight: Izmir)
Topkapi Palace
Ottoman sultans' palace with harem views.
Bosphorus Cruise
Scenic boat tour between Europe and Asia.
Flight to Izmir
Domestic flight from Istanbul to Izmir.
Swissotel Grand Efes Izmir
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Visit site
Modern hotel in central Izmir.
Day 3 — Day trip to Ephesus and Kusadasi
(overnight: Izmir)
Great Theatre of Ephesus
Ancient theatre seating 25,000 people.
Library of Celsus
Iconic ancient library facade.
Sirince Village
Charming Greek-style village for lunch.
Swissotel Grand Efes Izmir
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Visit site
Return to Izmir hotel for evening.
Day 4 — Travel to Pamukkale via Denizli
(overnight: Kusadasi)
Drive to Denizli
Scenic drive towards Pamukkale.
Red Basilica
Massive Roman basilica in Denizli.
Pergamon Acropolis
Ancient acropolis with steep theater.
Charisma De Luxe Hotel
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Visit site
Hotel near Pergamon/Pamukkale area.
Day 5 — Pamukkale travertines and Hierapolis
(overnight: Kusadasi)
Pamukkale Travertines
White calcium terraces and thermal pools.
Hierapolis Ruins
Ancient Roman city atop the terraces.
Cleopatra's Pool
Thermal pool with Roman columns.
Charisma De Luxe Hotel
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Visit site
Evening relaxation at the hotel.
Day 6 — Return to Izmir and coastal leisure
(overnight: Izmir)
Drive to Izmir
Return drive to Izmir.
Izmir Clock Tower
Historic tower in Konak Square.
Kordon Promenade
Waterfront walk with cafes and views.
Swissotel Grand Efes Izmir
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Visit site
Final night in Izmir.
Day 7 — Departure from Izmir
(overnight: Izmir)
Kemeralti Bazaar
Traditional bazaar for last-minute shopping.
Izmir Archaeology Museum
Museum with artifacts from region.
Transfer to Airport
Transfer to Izmir airport for departure.
Free Time
Relax before flight.
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