8 Day Istanbul, Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale and Ephesus Private Tour

Welcome to Turkey! This tour will take you on a journey through some of the country's most iconic and fascinating destinations.

First, you'll start in Istanbul, the largest city in Turkey and home to a rich history and culture. From the iconic Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque to the bustling Grand Bazaar, there's plenty to see and do in this vibrant metropolis.

Next, you'll travel to Cappadocia, a region known for its stunning landscape of rocky spires and underground cities. Here, you can take a hot air balloon ride over the breathtaking scenery or explore the ancient caves and churches.

You'll also visit Konya, a city with a rich history and a major centre of Sufism, a mystical Islamic tradition. Here, you can visit the Mausoleum of Rumi, a famous 13th-century poet and Sufi mystic, or explore the city's charming old quarter.

From Konya, you'll head to Pamukkale, home to the famous terraced pools of hot springs that have been used for thermal baths for thousands of years. This unique and picturesque destination is not to be missed.

Finally, you'll end your tour in Ephesus, an ancient city with a rich history dating back to the Roman Empire. Here, you can visit the well-preserved ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, or explore the ancient city's impressive amphitheatre.

• Explore Byzantine’s Istanbul, Ottoman Empire’s Istanbul and modern Istanbul together

• Witness the spread of Christianity in rock-hewn churches in Cappadocia

• Touch the snow-white travertines, created by thermal waters that give life to Hierapolis Ancient City

• Visit Konya, city of Mevlana, the founder of Sufism, and take a lunch break.

• Make a pilgrimage to the house of Virgin Mary in Ephesus

Places to visit

• Blue Mosque

• Hagia Sophia

• Hippodrome

• Topkapi Palace

• Grand Bazaar

• Dolmabahce Palace

• Boat trip on the Bosphorus
• Taksim Square
• Galata Tower
• Spice Bazaar

• Goreme Open Air Museum

• Kaymakli Underground City

• Devrent Imagination Valley

• Pasabag Fairy Chimneys

• Pigeon Valley

• Uchisar Castle

• Avanos

• Hike in Red Valley

• Love Valley

• Goreme Panaroma

• Sultan Hani Caravansarai

• Konya Mevlana Museum

• Hierapolis Ancient Roman City

• Pamukkale Calcium Pool Terraces

• Ephesus Greco-Roman Ancient City

• Virgin Mary House

• St.John Basilica

• Isa Bey Mosque

• Artemis Temple

What to expect

• With this 8-day tour, you will see all the important beauties of Turkey. Flights from Istanbul to Cappadocia are usually evening flights. When you land in Cappadocia, check in to your hotel and have time to relax.

• This tour does not include assistant services at airports. Driver will drop you off at the airport terminal entrance door. You are expected to go to the gate of the flight after handing over your luggage.

• Domestic flights are economy class with Turkish Airlines or Pegasus Airlines according to availability. Baggage allowance is 8 kg cabin and 15 kg check-in baggage. (In total 23 kg)
• If you would like to book this tour with a Spanish or Portuguese speaking guide, please select this option when booking

• This is a private tour. Only you and your loved ones will join the tour.

• The itinerary of private tours is extremely flexible. You can change the route of the tour according to your wishes and set the start and end times.

• Accommodation is based on standard double room rates.

• The hot air balloon ride operates in optimum weather conditions. The decision for the flight to take off on any given day is decided by the government officials at the last minute depending on weather conditions to ensure passenger safety. If the balloon flight is cancelled due to weather conditions and you purchased your ticket from us, the amount you paid will have full refund

• At the end of this tour, you are expected to be at your hotel in Istanbul around 11.00 pm.

Pricing Information

According to the number of people participating in the tour, the total price is discounted. The total discount amount appears on the checkout page.

• 3 to 4  people -  10% discount

• 5 to 6  people -  15% discount

• 7 to 8  people -  20% discount

• 9 to 10 people - 25% discount

If you are solo traveller, please contact us for our most reasonable offers.

Cancellation Policy

Travelers can cancel up to 7 days before the experience start date to receive a full refund. The deposit is non-refundable if the domestic flight tickets have been booked and delivered.