3-Day Pamukkale, Ephesus, Troy & Gallipoli Tour from Istanbul

Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights | Tour Type: Group | Departure: Istanbul
Transportation: Airplane & Bus | Group Size: 15–25 | Language: English
Tour Ends: Istanbul | Best Season: Mar–Jun & Sep–Nov

Experience the best of Turkey’s natural wonders and historical landmarks in just three unforgettable days. Walk barefoot across Pamukkale’s white travertine terraces, explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, marvel at Ephesus, witness the legendary city of Troy, and pay respects at Gallipoli’s historic battlefields. This tour combines domestic flights, intercity bus travel, expert guides, and comfortable accommodations for a seamless journey through Turkey’s rich heritage.

Trip Highlights

• Pamukkale Travertines & Cleopatra’s Antique Pools

• Hierapolis Ancient City – Roman Theatre, Apollo Temple, Necropolis

• Ephesus Ruins – Great Theater, Temple of Hadrian

• House of the Virgin Mary & Isa Bey Mosque

• Temple of Artemis – one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World

• Troy Ancient City – legendary Trojan Horse & city walls

• Gallipoli Battlefields – ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair Memorials

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Fly to Denizli → Pamukkale & Hierapolis

• Pickup from your Istanbul hotel around 4:00 AM and transfer to the domestic airport.

• Flight to Denizli (departure between 6:00–8:00 AM).

• Upon arrival, transfer to Pamukkale and meet your professional guide.

• Visit Karahayit Red Springs (~10:45 AM) with mineral-rich healing waters.

• Explore Hierapolis Ancient City (11:45 AM–1:00 PM) including Necropolis, Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, Frontinus Street, Agora, Byzantine Gate, Triton Fountain, Cathedral, Apollo Temple, Plutonium, and Theatre.

• Lunch at a local restaurant.

• Free time to explore Pamukkale Travertines; optional swim in Cleopatra’s Antique Pools (own expense).

• Walk barefoot down the travertine terraces for a unique sensory experience.

• Transfer to Kuşadası, arriving around 7:30 PM.

Overnight: 4-Star Hotel | Meals: Lunch

Day 2 – Ephesus Tour → Intercity Bus to Çanakkale

• Breakfast and hotel checkout (~8:30 AM).

• Full-day guided tour of Ephesus: Temple of Hadrian, Great Theater, Trajan Fountain.

• Visit the House of the Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis.

• Explore the Isa Bey Mosque, a 14th-century Seljuk masterpiece.

• Lunch included.

• Return to Kuşadası and board a public intercity bus to Çanakkale (~6:00 PM), with two short breaks en route.

• Arrival at Çanakkale around 12:30 AM; transfer to hotel.

Overnight: 3-Star Hotel | Meals: Breakfast + Lunch

Day 3 – Troy & Gallipoli Combination Tour → Return to Istanbul

• Breakfast and hotel checkout (~8:30 AM).

• Troy Tour (Morning): Explore the Trojan Horse, Sacrificial Altars, 3,700-year-old city walls, Houses of Troy I (3000–2500 B.C.), Bouleuterion, Odeon, and layered ruins from Troy I–IX.

• Transfer to Eceabat and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant (~1:00 PM).

• Gallipoli Tour (Afternoon): Visit Brighton Beach, Beach Cemetery, ANZAC Cove, Ari Burnu Cemetery, ANZAC Commemoration Site, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Johnston’s Jolly, 57th Regiment Turkish Memorial, The Nek, and Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial.

• Begin journey back to Istanbul (~6:00 PM), arriving at your hotel around 11:00 PM.

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch

What’s Included

✔ Hotel pickup in Istanbul (European side only)
✔ Domestic flight from Istanbul to Denizli
✔ Intercity bus ticket from Kuşadası to Çanakkale
✔ 1 night in Kuşadası (4-star) and 1 night in Çanakkale (3-star) with breakfast
✔ Professional English-speaking guide
✔ Meals as mentioned (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch)
✔ All entrance fees and scheduled visits
✔ Local taxes and service charges

What’s Not Included

✖ Optional tours or activities (extra cost)
✖ Drinks and dinners
✖ Services not mentioned in the itinerary
✖ Travel insurance (recommended)