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DAILY EPHESUS TOUR BY PLANE
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Ephesus contains the largest collection of Roman ruins in the eastern Mediterranean. Only an estimated 15% has been excavated. The ruins that are visible give some idea of the city's original splendor, and the names associated with the ruins are evocative of its former life. Explore the ruins of Ephesus while strolling past the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Trojan Fountain and the Great Theater, where Paul preached to the Ephesians. See The house of the Virgin Mary believed to have been the last home of Mary, mother of Jesus which has been visited by three recent popes.
Transfer to Istanbul airport for 7 am flight to Izmir.upon arrival at Izmir airport, you will be met by your name sign and connected to Selcuk to join the tour of Ephesus
-Temple of Artemis: was one of the Seven Wonders of the World in Ephesus region, ancient cult dedicated to Artemis was famous in antiquity and made ancient Ephesus a much-visited pilgrimage place.
-Ephesus antique site: Explore the ruins of Ephesus while strolling past the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Trajan Fountain. See the Great Theater, where Paul preached to the Ephesians.
-The House of Virgin Mary: The shrine believed to be the House of the Virgin Mary. Mother Mary, accompanied by John the Apostle, came to Ephesus at the end of her life. In 1967, Pope Paul VI declared the site authentic and each year a traditional service is held for the pilgrims.
After the tour,your guide will connect you for your transfer to Izmir airport for pm flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival,Arrive at Istanbul airport, our staff will await you with your name sign to transfer you to your hotel.
Inclusions:
•All the transfers in Istanbul and Izmir as specified
•Round Trip airfare to/from Izmir
•guided by licensed guides at Ephesus, including lunch
http://www.packagetoursturkey.com
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Cappadocia 1 Night / 2 Days by Plane
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The Cappadocia region is largely underlain by sedimentary rocks formed in lakes and streams, and ignimbrite deposits erupted from ancient volcanoes approximately 9 to 3 million years ago, during the late Miocene to Pliocene epochs. The rocks of Cappadocia near Göreme eroded into hundreds of spectacular pillars and minaret-like forms. The volcanic deposits are soft rocks that the people of the villages at the heart of the Cappadocia Region carved out to form houses, churches and monasteries. Göreme became a monastic center between 300—1200 AD.
DAY 01
Transfer to Istanbul airport for flight to Kayseri Cappadocia
Transfer from Kayseri or Nevsehir airport to Elkep Evi or similar.
After dropping your luggage at the hotel, drive to the valleys of Cappadocia.
Visit the pottery artisans in the village of Avanos,in their traditional workshops.
Lunch at Avanos or Goreme
View some of the fascinating frescoed and rock carved churches of the Göreme open-air museum (Dark church,not included)
Photo stop for best shots of Cappadocia, at Esentepe.
Uchisar, the natural fortress of the region.
Another spectacular spot for photo shots, Pigeon Valley.
Transfer to hotel Elkep Evi or similar
DAY 02
Check-out from hotel after your breakfast and take luggage with you to go on board..
Pick-up from hotel.
Hiking in the Red valley for two hours-suitable shoes,suggested..
Hiking ends at Cavusin village, one of the oldest settlements in the region.
Lunch at Avanos or Goreme
Drive to Kaymaklı Underground city,the best preserved and the largest one in Cappadocia.
Proceed for local hand crafts to take home.
Ucguzeller, stop and touch the most known fairychimneys of Cappadocia.
Transfer to airport for your flight to ISTANBUL.
Transfer to your hotel in Istanbul
Inclusions:
-All transfers as specified
-Private guidance & vehicle
-Admittance fees per the itinerary
-2 lunches
-RoundTrip airfare
-1 night accommodation in boutique hotel, with buffet breakfast
http://www.packagetoursturkey.com
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Ephesus - Pamukkale 1 Night / 2 days by Plane
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Pamukkale, meaning "cotton castle" in Turkish, is a natural site in south-western Turkey in the Denizli Province. The city contains hot springs and travertines, terraces of carbonate minerals left by the flowing water. It is located in Turkey's Inner Aegean region, in the River Menderes valley, which has a temperate climate for most of the year. Pamukkale is recognized as a World Heritage Sites together with Hierapolis
DAY 01
Transfer to Istanbul airport for flight to Izmir.upon arrival at Izmir airport, you will be met by your name sign and connected to Selcuk to join the tour of Ephesus
-Temple of Artemis: was one of the Seven Wonders of the World in Ephesus region, ancient cult dedicated to Artemis was famous in antiquity and made ancient Ephesus a much-visited pilgrimage place.
-Ephesus antique site: Explore the ruins of Ephesus while strolling past the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Trajan Fountain. See the Great Theater, where Paul preached to the Ephesians.
-The House of Virgin Mary: The shrine believed to be the House of the Virgin Mary. Mother Mary, accompanied by John the Apostle, came to Ephesus at the end of her life. In 1967, Pope Paul VI declared the site authentic and each year a traditional service is held for the pilgrims.
After the tour, your transfer to your hotel at Selcuk for overnight.
DAY 02
After breakfast, you will get connected to join the excursion of Pamukkale (lunch is included).
You will see the Cotton Cilifts. Pamukkale is an extraordinary natural wonder. The calceus waters rise from the ground at a temperature of 35 C and tumple down the mountain from a height of 100 meters, forming a myriad of pools. Cream-colored stalactites are formed as the water overflows from the pools, creating a breathtaking sight unequalled in the world. Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its basilica, theatre, Roman Bath and NecropolisAfter the completion of Pamukkale visits-, your guide will connect you for your transfer to Izmir airport for pm flight to Istanbul.
Upon arrival,Arrive at Istanbul airport, our staff will await you with your name sign to transfer you to your hotel.
Inclusions:
All the transfers in Istanbul and Izmir as specified
Round Trip airfare to/from Izmir
1 Night Hotel Accommodation in Selcuk or Kusadasi ,breakfast inclusive
2 excursions, guided by licensed guides, at Ephesus and Pamukkale, including lunches.
http://www.packagetoursturkey.com
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Cappadocia 1 Night / 2 Days by Overnight Bus
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Visit North Cappadocia , Goreme open Air Museum and enjoy the Panoramic View from Uchisar Castle,Lunch in Uchisar,Proceed to Urgup-highlight of the region ,stop at Urgup Wine Cellars to taste the local wine, next is Devrent Valley, Pasabaglari, Avanos.
19:00 Transfer from Agency to the bus station
20:30 Departure from Istanbul
Arrive Cappadocia
Transfer from Bus station to connect the tour programme.
Visit North Cappadocia , Goreme open Air Museum and enjoy the Panoramic View from Uchisar Castle,Lunch in Uchisar,Proceed to Urgup-highlight of the region ,stop at Urgup Wine Cellars to taste the local wine, next is Devrent Valley, Pasabaglari, Avanos.
Transfer to your Cave hotel to overnight. (Please ask your guide for tips for best dinner in the region)
After breakfast, transfer from Hotel to connect the tour , visiting: South Cappadocia,Esentepe Panoramic View point Derinkuyu Underground City, Nar Lake,Ihlara Valley, Hiking in the Canyon for 3 km Lunch in Belisirma in the Valley, Yaprakhisar, Selime Monastry, Agzikarahan Caravanserai.
Return to hotel to pick-up luggage and transfer to the bus terminal for your night bus to take you back to Istanbul
Upon arrival , your transit service from the bus terminal will transfer you to the district of your hotel.
Included Services:
All Transfers, in Istanbul & Cappadocia
Roundtrip Night Bus tickets
2 Full Days guided tours in Cappadocia
2 lunches
1 Breakfast
1 Night accommodation in cave hotel
Site Admittance Fees
http://www.packagetoursturkey.com
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