Ephesus & Pamukkale 2-Day Tour

Do you like classical culture? Don't miss this 2-day tour of Ephesus and Pamukkale! You'll visit a Greco-Roman site and swim in the famous 'cotton castle'.

Ephesus & Pamukkale 2-Day Tour

Day 1: Marmaris - Ephesus - Pamukkale

Between 6:30 and 7:15 am, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Marmaris or Icmeler and drive to the House of the Virgin Mary. After touring this ancient site, we will have lunch before continuing.

After lunch, we will visit the archaeological site of Ephesus, a World Heritage Site. Highlights include the Library of Celsus, the Fountain of Trajan, the Temple of Hadrian, the Odeon, and the theater.

The guided tour will also cover the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The day concludes with dinner and a typical Turkish show at a hotel in Pamukkale where we will spend the night.

Day 2: Pamukkale - Marmaris

After breakfast, we will head to the natural pools of Pamukkale (meaning 'cotton castle'). You will have three hours of free time to swim in Cleopatra's Pool and explore the site. We will then visit the Greco-Roman site of Hierapolis, a historic spa city.

We will enjoy a typical Turkish dish at a local restaurant before visiting a carpet factory. Finally, we will return to your hotel in Marmaris, with arrival expected around 6 pm.

Accommodation

The tour includes one night's accommodation with dinner and breakfast at the Uyum Hotel in Pamukkale (3 stars).