Antalya, Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour: 4 Days with Domestic Flights

Antalya, Ephesus and Pamukkale in 4 days with flights: the key facts

This group package fits three regions into 4 days and 3 nights by using domestic flights. You land in Istanbul and fly on to Antalya the same day. The first day covers Perge, the theatre at Aspendos, Side and the Manavgat Waterfall. Day 2 in Antalya is free. On Day 3 you fly to Izmir for a guided tour of Ephesus and sleep in Kusadasi. Day 4 is spent at Pamukkale and Hierapolis before a flight from Denizli back to Istanbul.

It suits travellers who want one beach day in the middle of a short sightseeing trip and do not need time in Istanbul itself. The price is from $1,660 per person. The domestic flights, hotels with breakfast, transfers, an English-speaking guide on tour days and the listed entrance fees are included.

How do the three domestic flights fit together?

All three flights are included. On Day 1 our team meets you at the arrivals exit of IST or SAW with a name sign. From there you fly to Antalya Airport (AYT) and go straight to Perge. On Day 3 you check out early for a morning flight to Izmir, which the page gives as about an hour. On Day 4 you fly from Denizli back to Istanbul after Pamukkale. The page gives no flight times, so Day 1 matters most. A full day of sightseeing after an international arrival and a connecting flight only works if you land early. Ask for the Antalya flight time before you book your own tickets.

Does the tour end at an Istanbul hotel or at the airport?

At the airport. After the Denizli flight lands, the page says you are transferred to Istanbul International Airport "according to your flight details", and services end there. No Istanbul hotel night is included at either end. If your flight home leaves the next day, book your own Istanbul hotel and tell us, so the transfer goes to the right place. If you land at SAW from Denizli and fly home from IST, the transfer between the two airports is a long drive, so leave plenty of time. Ask us to confirm which airport the Denizli flight uses for your date.

What can we do on the free day in Antalya?

Day 2 has no guide or transport. The page suggests Kaleiçi old town with Hadrian's Gate, Konyaaltı Beach, the Antalya Museum, the Duden Waterfalls or a boat trip from the marina. Anything you book is extra, as the exclusions say optional tours cost more. If you want a guided day, you can add the Antalya old city, Duden Waterfalls and boat trip tour from $90 or the Suluada Island boat tour from Adrasan from $50. Our Antalya destination guide covers the rest.

How hard are the sightseeing days?

Days 1, 3 and 4 are full. Day 1 has four stops spread along the coast east of Antalya: Perge, Aspendos, Side and Manavgat. You start after a flight and finish at the hotel in the evening. On Day 3 you enter Ephesus through the Magnesia Gate and walk downhill on marble paving to the Library of Celsus. On Day 4 there is an early pick-up for the drive from Kusadasi to Pamukkale, then the walk on the terraces and an airport transfer. Comfortable shoes and a hat are more useful than anything else in your bag.

Which meals and tickets are included?

Breakfast is included at the hotels. Lunch, dinner and drinks are listed as extra. On Day 1, though, the page mentions "lunch at a riverside restaurant" in Side without saying who pays, so ask us to confirm it. On Day 4 it marks lunch as not included. The listed entrance fees for Perge, Aspendos, Side, Ephesus and Hierapolis are in the price. Swimming in the Cleopatra Pool has its own admission charge. The House of the Virgin Mary is optional on Day 3. Ask us whether its ticket is covered, and carry some cash for both.

Which hotels do we stay in?

The page does not name the hotels or give a star rating. It says only "accommodations with breakfast". The three nights are in central Antalya on Days 1 and 2, and in Kusadasi on Day 3. The Day 3 plan just says "return to hotel", but the overview names Kusadasi, which is the usual base for Ephesus. Hotel standards vary by date and season, so ask for the hotel names and categories with your written plan. You can then check them before you pay.

What should we wear at Ephesus and Pamukkale?

At Ephesus the ground is uneven stone with little shade, so wear walking shoes and bring water and sun protection. At Pamukkale and Hierapolis, shoes are not allowed on the white terraces. You walk barefoot in the shallow water and carry your shoes in a bag. If you plan to pay for the Cleopatra Pool, pack swimwear and a towel in your day bag. The Day 1 sites are open-air, and Aspendos and Side can be hot in summer, so a hat helps all trip.

Can we add days?

Yes. The page says you can add more days to the package through the booking form, but it does not list prices. The simplest change is an extra night in Antalya, which gives you a second free beach day. You could also add a night in Kusadasi before Pamukkale. Both change the flight dates, so ask for a new quote in writing. If you prefer a shorter version of the same route, compare the 2-day Antalya, Ephesus and Pamukkale tour from $845, or browse our multi-city packages.

How do I book this 4-day tour?

Select your date and number of guests in the booking form on this page and send it, or message us on WhatsApp. We check the three flights and hotels for your dates and send you the full plan in writing. It includes flight times, hotel names, the arrival and departure airports and the list of included meals and tickets. You pay only after you have read and confirmed it. The tour is run by Get Turkey Tours under TÜRSAB licence A-15751.