Pamukkale, Antalya & Konya Tour: 3 Days from Istanbul

Pamukkale, Antalya and Konya in 3 days from Istanbul: the key facts

This is a 3-day, 2-night loop that starts and ends in Istanbul. On Day 1 you fly to Denizli for Pamukkale and Hierapolis, then drive about 4 hours to Antalya. Day 2 covers Kaleici, Hadrian's Gate and the Duden Waterfalls before another drive of about 4 hours to Konya. Day 3 is spent at the Mevlana Museum, the Alaeddin Mosque and the Karatay Madrasa, and you fly back to Istanbul in the evening.

It suits travellers who have already seen Istanbul and want three different sides of Turkey in a short time, and who do not mind long road days. Accommodation with breakfast, a professional guide, the flights in the itinerary, air-conditioned vehicles and admission fees (except optional extras) are included. The price is from $845 per person.

How do the flights and drives work?

There are two flights and two long drives. We collect you from your Istanbul hotel very early for the 9:15 AM flight to Denizli, or you can meet the guide at the airport. The Pamukkale tour starts as soon as you land. After the visit you drive about 4 hours to Antalya. On Day 2 you drive about 4 hours from Antalya to Konya after the city tour. On Day 3 you fly from Konya back to Istanbul, and our representative helps with your transfer to your hotel or your onward flight. That is where our services end.

Is lunch included or not?

The page gives two different answers. The exclusions say lunch and dinner are not included, but the Day 3 plan lists "lunch at a local restaurant" in Konya, with dishes such as etli ekmek or fırın kebabı. Ask us to confirm in writing whether that lunch is paid for in the package or is a stop where you pay yourself. Either way, plan to pay for your own lunch on Days 1 and 2 and for all dinners. Breakfast is included at both hotels.

Which hotels do we stay in?

The two nights are in Antalya and Konya, with breakfast. The page does not name the hotels or give a star rating, so ask which hotels are booked for your dates when we send the written plan. Since you check out on both Day 2 and Day 3, you move bags every morning. Pack light and keep what you need for the day in a small bag, because much of the time is spent on the road between cities.

How hard are the days?

The walking itself is moderate, but the days are long. Day 1 starts before dawn and includes Hierapolis and the white terraces of Pamukkale, which you walk on barefoot, followed by the 4-hour drive. Day 2 mixes cobbled streets in Kaleici, a short walk at the Duden Waterfalls and another 4-hour drive. Day 3 is a city day on foot between sights in Konya. If anyone in your group finds long road journeys hard, consider adding a day for a slower pace.

What should we wear at Pamukkale and in Konya?

At Pamukkale, shoes are not allowed on the travertines, so bring a bag to carry them and wear clothes you can roll up above the ankle. Swimming in the Cleopatra Pool has its own charge, so pack a swimsuit if you want to go in. Konya is a conservative city and the Alaeddin Mosque is a working mosque. Cover shoulders and knees, and women should bring a scarf to cover their hair. Shoes come off inside the mosque. Our Mevlana Museum guide explains what you see at Rumi's tomb.

What do we see in Antalya?

Day 2 is your Mediterranean day. You walk through Kaleici, the old town, with its cobbled streets, Ottoman houses and small shops. You pass through Hadrian's Gate, a Roman gate that once led into the city, and stop at the Duden Waterfalls just outside the centre. There is no beach time in the plan. If you want more of the coast, the page offers one extra day for $115, or see our Antalya destination guide for ideas.

Can we add a day or go on to the coast?

Yes. The page lists three priced extras: one extra day on the tour for $115, a transfer to Fethiye for $165 and a transfer to Bodrum for $85. It does not say where these transfers start, so ask us to confirm the route in writing. You can also add extra nights if you want to stay longer. For a version that adds Cappadocia, compare the Pamukkale, Antalya, Konya and Cappadocia tour, which is listed at the same $845 per person, so check what each price includes. You can also browse our multi-city packages.

How do we book this package?

Choose a date and the number of guests in the booking form on this page, or send us a WhatsApp message at +90 545 307 67 88. Tell us your Istanbul hotel, whether you prefer hotel pick-up or meeting at the airport, and any extras. We confirm the hotels, the flight times, whether the Konya lunch is included and how the extra transfers work. The full plan is sent to you in writing before any payment. Get Turkey Tours is a TÜRSAB-licensed agency (A-15751).