Turkey Highlights: Istanbul, Ephesus & Pamukkale
7 days · 7 suggested stays
Day 1 — Arrive in Istanbul and explore Sultanahmet district
(overnight: Istanbul)
Blue Mosque
Iconic 17th-century mosque with six minarets
Basilica Cistern
Ancient underground water reservoir
Grand Bazaar
Historic covered market with 4000+ shops
Blue House Hostel
Budget-friendly stay in Sultanahmet
Day 2 — Istanbul sights and evening transfer preparation
(overnight: Istanbul)
Suleymaniye Mosque
Ottoman masterpiece with city views
Istiklal Avenue
Lively pedestrian street with shops
Maidens Tower
Historic tower on small islet
Blue House Hostel
Budget-friendly stay in Sultanahmet
Day 3 — Fly to Izmir/Kusadasi area and visit Ephesus
(overnight: Izmir)
Flight to Izmir
Domestic flight IST to ADB
Transfer to Ephesus
Drive from Izmir to Ephesus ruins
Library of Celsus
Famous ancient library facade
Hotel Konak Izmir
Comfortable hotel in Izmir center
Day 4 — Full day at Ephesus ruins and Sirince village
(overnight: Izmir)
Great Theatre of Ephesus
Ancient 25000-seat theater
Terrace Houses
Luxurious ancient Roman homes
Sirince Village
Picturesque Greek-style village
Hotel Konak Izmir
Comfortable hotel in Izmir center
Day 5 — Travel to Pamukkale and see travertines
(overnight: Bursa)
Drive to Pamukkale
Road trip from Izmir to Denizli
Pamukkale Travertines
White calcium terraces and hot springs
Hierapolis Ruins
Ancient Roman spa city above terraces
Pamukkale Budget Hotel
Simple hotel near travertines
Day 6 — Hierapolis morning and return to Izmir
(overnight: Izmir)
Cleopatra's Pool
Roman pool with Medusa heads
Return to Izmir
Drive back from Denizli to Izmir
Izmir Clock Tower
Iconic Ottoman-era clock tower
Hotel Konak Izmir
Comfortable hotel in Izmir center
Day 7 — Departure from Izmir or return to Istanbul
(overnight: Istanbul)
Flight to Istanbul
Return domestic flight ADB to IST
Spice Bazaar
Colorful spice and souvenir market
Galata Bridge
Historic bridge with fish restaurants
Blue House Hostel
Budget-friendly stay in Sultanahmet
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