3 Days Cappadocia and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul
Explore Turkey's two most iconic UNESCO World Heritage sites in one seamless journey with our 3 Days Cappadocia and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul....
- Duration3 Days
- Tour TypeGroup
- DepartureEveryday
- StartsIstanbul
- EndsIstanbul
- Transport+
3 Days Cappadocia and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul (Flight & Bus Combo)
Our Cappadocia & Pamukkale Combo is designed for travelers who want to see the maximum number of highlights in a short time.
Why Book This 3-Day Combo?
- Two Major Sites – Visit both the Cappadocia region and Pamukkale (Hierapolis) in just 3 days.
- Time & Cost Efficient – Includes an overnight bus journey, which saves you one night of hotel costs and maximizes sightseeing time.
- Zelve Open Air Museum – Explore the authentic cave monasteries of the North, avoiding the crowds of standard tours.
- Underground & Thermal – Descend into Underground City and swim in the Cleopatra Antique Pool (swimming is optional).
- All-Inclusive Logistics – We arrange your flights, bus tickets, hotel stay, airport transfers, and museum tickets.
If you are ready for a fast-paced adventure that covers the most photogenic spots in Turkey, this Istanbul to Cappadocia & Pamukkale tour is for you.
Day by Day Itinerary
Pamukkale Tour & Return Flight
06:00 am ─ Arrival at Denizli Bus Station. Our team meets you and transfers you to a hotel for a short rest.
Freshen Up: You will have access to a room (or facility) to take a shower and have breakfast before the tour.
09:30 am ─ The Pamukkale Tour begins.
- Pamukkale Travertines: Walk barefoot on the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as the “Cotton Castle.” The warm thermal water flows down the white cliffs.
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Explore the ruins of this Roman spa city located above the travertines. You will see the well-preserved Theater, Necropolis, and Frontinus Gate.
- Cleopatra Antique Pool: You have free time to swim in this legendary thermal pool, where you can paddle among submerged Roman columns. (Entrance fee for swimming is extra).
- Lunch Break: Enjoy a buffet lunch during the tour.
16:00 ─ Transfer to Denizli Airport (DNZ).
18:35 ─ Flight back to Istanbul.
(Flight times may vary. We will book the best available option).
19:40 ─ Arrival in Istanbul (IST or SAW). Our team transfers you back to your hotel in Istanbul.
What's Included
- One-way Flight Ticket: Istanbul to Cappadocia
- One-way Flight Ticket: Denizli (Pamukkale) to Istanbul
- Overnight Bus Ticket: Cappadocia to Pamukkale
- All Airport and Bus Station Transfers
- 1 Night Hotel Accommodation in Cappadocia
- Day-use Hotel Service in Pamukkale (Shower & Breakfast)
- 3 Full Day Guided Tours (Red, Yellow, Pamukkale)
- 3 Lunches at local restaurants
- Professional English-speaking tour guides
- Entrance fees
- Local taxes
What's Not Included
- Dinners
- Drinks during lunch
- Entrance fee for swimming in Cleopatra Pool
- Optional Hot Air Balloon Flight
- Personal expenses
Hotel Options Available
Choose from Standard, Middle, or High Class hotels
Important Remarks
- This tour includes an OVERNIGHT BUS journey from Cappadocia to Pamukkale (approx. 10 hours).
- Domestic flights have a 15 kg check-in + 8 kg cabin baggage allowance. Extra luggage can be added during online check-in at an extra cost.
- On Day 3, a "day-use" hotel service is provided for shower and breakfast, not a full overnight stay.
- Swimming in the Cleopatra Antique Pool is optional and requires an extra entrance fee. But, walking on the white cal
- Flight and bus times are subject to seasonal changes and availability.
Customer Reviews
We finished the tour feeling tired but accomplished. We saw so much. The bus was clean and quiet. The passengers were respectful. The sights are world-class. If you are on the fence, just book it. The flight portions make it much easier than a full bus tour.
The underground city in Cappadocia was the highlight for me, followed closely by the Cleopatra Pool in Pamukkale. The bus ride is the price you pay for seeing both in 3 days cheaply, and honestly, it wasn't bad at all. I slept for 7 hours. The flight home was the cherry on top.
I've done similar tours before, but this one was the smoothest. The bus seats had decent legroom. The snacks served were nice. The transition to the tour van in Denizli was quick. Pamukkale is a photographer's paradise. A great 3 days.
Good logistics. The bus from Cappadocia leaves in the evening, so you have a full second day there. We watched the sunset before heading to the bus station. The journey to Pamukkale is safe. The flight back to Istanbul was on time.
The guide in Pamukkale was very energetic, which helped wake us up after the bus ride! He told great stories about the Romans in Hierapolis. Cappadocia was equally amazing. This tour packs a punch. Highly recommended for active travelers.
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