3-Day Pamukkale, Ephesus & Pergamon Tour from Istanbul

A Journey Through Turkey’s Ancient Wonders: 3-Day Cultural Tour

Overview

Experience Turkey’s most legendary historical and cultural sites on this 3-day guided tour from Istanbul. Discover the grandeur of Ephesus, the surreal landscapes of Pamukkale, and the ancient power of Pergamon. Perfect for history enthusiasts, cultural explorers, and first-time visitors seeking an unforgettable journey through Turkey’s ancient civilizations.

Tour Highlights

• Explore Ephesus Ancient City, including the Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, Trajan Fountain, Great Theater, Isa Bey Mosque, and Sirince Village

• Visit Pamukkale & Hierapolis, with its travertine terraces, Roman Baths, Necropolis, Apollon Temple, Antique Pool, and ancient streets

• Discover Pergamon Ancient City and Asclepion: Library, Hellenistic Theater, Temple of Athena, Altar of Zeus, ancient hospital, and Christian heritage

• Licensed English-speaking guides providing in-depth historical insights

• All flights, transfers, hotel accommodations, and meals included

• Comfortable 4★ hotels with modern amenities

Itinerary: Explore Ancient Turkey in 3 Days

Day 1 – Fly to Izmir & Ephesus Ancient City Tour

Meals: Lunch included

• 07:00 AM: Fly from Istanbul to Izmir

• 08:00 AM: Arrival in Izmir, transfer to Ephesus Tour

• Visit Ephesus Ancient City, including:

  • Celsus Library

  • Temple of Hadrian & Trajan Fountain

  • Historical Marble Street & Great Theater

  • Isa Bey Mosque & Shrine of Mother Mary

  • Temple of Artemis (Seven Wonders of the Ancient World)

  • Sirince Village

• 04:00 PM: End of tour and transfer to hotel in Kusadasi

• Overnight in Kusadasi

Day 2 – Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch included

• 08:30 AM: Pick up from hotel for Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour

• Visit Pamukkale & Hierapolis, including:

  • Travertine terraces & Red Spring Water (Karahayit)

  • Hierapolis Ancient City & Necropolis

  • Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, Latrina, Oil Factory

  • Frontinious Street, Agora, Byzantium Gate, Triton Fountain

  • Cathedral, Apollon Temple, Plutonium, Theater & Antique Pool

• Transfer back to hotel in Kusadasi

• Overnight in Kusadasi

Day 3 – Pergamon & Asclepion Ancient City Tour & Fly Back to Istanbul

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch included

• 08:30 AM: Pick up from hotel and meet tour guide & participants

• Drive to Pergamon Ancient City

• Explore:

  • Library & Hellenistic Theater

  • Main Palace & Altar of Zeus

  • Temple of Athena & Propylaeum

  • Ancient hospital (Asclepion)

  • Early Christian sites: One of the Seven Churches of Revelation

• 05:00 PM: Transfer to Izmir Airport

• 07:30 PM: Flight from Izmir to Istanbul

• Arrival and transfer to hotel in Istanbul – End of Tour