Ephesus and Pamukkale 2-Day Trip from Istanbul

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Discover the impressive historical sites of Ephesus and Pamukkale with this 2-day tour from Istanbul. Accompanied by an expert guide, you'll have the opportunity to learn about the history, architecture and culture of two of the richest and most important cities of the ancient world.

Throughout the tour, you will visit some of the most revered monuments of Classical Antiquity, such as the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Library of Celsus or the ruins of Hierapolis. You will do the activity in a small group, which will allow you to enjoy a more intimate and personalised tour.

  • Enjoy a two-day guided tour of the impressive historical sites of Ephesus and Pamukkale.
  • Travel comfortably by plane from Istanbul and transfer seamlessly between sites in a small group.
  • Learn about the fascinating history of the sites visited from an expert guide.

What’s included

  • 2-day tour to Ephesus and Pamukkale
  • Professional expert guide
  • Breakfast
  • Overnight accommodation

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Make the most of your time in Turkey with this exciting 2-day excursion to the historic sites of Ephesus and Pamukkale. Accompanied by a professional guide, you'll discover about the history and architecture of these cities, each more than 2,000 years old .

In the evening, you'll rest in a comfortable hotel in Selcuk or Kusadasi before continuing your adventure the next day. You will travel in a small group, allowing you to enjoy a more personalised and comfortable experience .

Ephesus is an ancient city located on the west coast of Turkey. It was one of the largest and richest cities in the world during Roman times and is famous for its impressive ruins. Among the places you will visit in Ephesus are:

  • The Temple of Artemis: one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, built in the 6th century BC in honour of the Greek goddess Artemis. It was destroyed and rebuilt several times during its history.
  • The Library of Celsus: one of the largest libraries of antiquity, built in the 2nd century AD. The library had the capacity to store more than 12,000 papyrus scrolls.

Pamukkale, meanwhile, is a stunning natural attraction known for its white travertine pools and thermal waterfalls. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a must-see on any trip to Turkey. Some of the places you will visit in Pamukkale are as follows:

  • Travertine pools: white limestone formations in the shape of pools. These pools have been formed over thousands of years due to the accumulation of dissolved calcium carbonate in the water of the thermal waterfalls.
  • Thermal waterfalls: thermal water cascading through the pools in the Pamukkale mountain. The water flowing from the waterfalls has a high concentration of minerals and is believed to have healing and skin-healing properties.
  • Ruins of Hierapolis: An ancient city located at the top of Pamukkale. The city was an important healing centre in Roman times due to its hot springs, until it was destroyed by an earthquake in the 7th century AD.

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