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Cappadocia and Ephesus 3 days

Cappadocia and Ephesus 3 days 2
Cappadocia and Ephesus 3 days 3
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Cappadocia and Ephesus 3 days 2
Cappadocia and Ephesus 3 days 3
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Day 1 – Cappadocia (lunch)

Upon arrival at Kayseri-Nevsehir airport or from your hotel in Cappadocia, we will pick you up and start our full-day tour of Cappadocia. We’ll visit Göreme Panorama for stunning views of Göreme Village, then proceed to the Göreme Open Air Museum, renowned for its exceptional Byzantine art in churches and chapels. Next, we’ll explore Ortahisar, a quaint village with its rocky fortress and citrus caves, and then drive to Pasabag (Monks Valley) to see its unique mushroom-shaped rock formations and fairy chimneys. We will pass through Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley) to view rocks shaped like various animals. After lunch at a local restaurant, we’ll continue our day with a walk along the Red River in Avanos, Turkey’s longest river, and visit renowned pottery workshops where you can observe and even try your hand at pottery-making. We will return to your hotel through Love Valley, known for its breathtaking views. Enjoy some free time upon arrival at your hotel and overnight stay in a Cappadocia cave hotel.


Day 2 – Cappadocia (breakfast, lunch)

Your driver and guide will pick you up around 09:30 for your second day in Cappadocia. We’ll visit Uchisar Castle, a prominent rocky outcrop dating back to Roman times, used as a fortress by various civilizations. We’ll hike approximately 4 km through Red Valley and Rose Valley, discovering hidden churches where early Christians practiced their faith in secret. We’ll end our hike in Cavusin village, known for its intriguing cave dwellings and ancient Greek houses. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, we’ll explore Kaymakli Underground City, used by those escaping persecution and invaders. We’ll also visit Pigeon Valley to see pigeon houses carved into the rock. Our final stop will be the Three Beauties of Ürgüp, an iconic symbol of Cappadocia. After the tour, we’ll transfer you to the airport for a flight to Izmir (either direct or via Istanbul depending on the day). Upon arrival, you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in Kusadasi/Selcuk.


Day 3 – Ephesus (breakfast, lunch)

After breakfast at the hotel, your tour guide will pick you up around 09:00 to begin your tour of Ephesus. We’ll visit the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and explore the ancient city of Ephesus, including the Hadrian Temple, Celsus Library, Theater, Baths, and Old Harbor. After a lunch break at a local restaurant, we’ll visit the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be where Mary spent her final years, a revered site for both Muslims and Christians. At the end of the tour, you’ll be transferred to the airport for a flight to Istanbul or other destinations to continue your vacation.


What is Included

  • Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in the Urgup, Goreme, Avanos area
  • Hotel accommodation based on double occupancy; single occupancy surcharge applies
  • Domestic flight ticket from Cappadocia to Izmir
  • Transportation by a comfortable, air-conditioned, non-smoking van (Mercedes Sprinter or Volkswagen Crafter)
  • Professional, experienced, and licensed guide during the tour
  • Entry fees to museums and sites listed in the itinerary
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Parking fees and all taxes


What is Excluded

  • Drinks during meals
  • Tips for guide and driver
  • Personal expenses