Turkey Classic: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale & Ephesus
Istanbul 3N · Cappadocia 2N · Pamukkale 1N · Kusadasi 2N
Overview
Eight nights, starting in Istanbul and ending in Istanbul: three nights in Istanbul, two nights in Cappadocia, one night in Pamukkale, two nights in Kusadasi. A private vehicle and driver stay with you from arrival to drop-off. Hotels are 3-star with daily breakfast, with Standard and Premium options in the price table. Airfare is not included.
Highlights
- Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque in Istanbul
- Göreme and Uçhisar in Cappadocia
- Pamukkale terraces and Hierapolis in Pamukkale
- Ephesus and Library of Celsus in Kusadasi
Day-wise plan
DAY1Arrive IstanbulIstanbul · Hotel
Morning
Arrive at Istanbul airport, where your driver meets you.
Afternoon
Check in and rest after the journey.
Evening
Check in. Bosphorus dinner cruise.
Tip: Cover shoulders and knees in mosques; women should carry a scarf.
DAY2Istanbul sightseeingIstanbul · Hotel
Morning
Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Basilica Cistern.
Afternoon
Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar.
Evening
Bosphorus cruise.
Sightseeing
Hagia Sophia · Blue Mosque · Basilica Cistern · Topkapi Palace · Grand Bazaar
Tip: Cover shoulders and knees in mosques; women should carry a scarf.
DAY3Istanbul: Dolmabahce and Galata TowerIstanbul · Hotel
Morning
Dolmabahce Palace and the Galata Tower.
Afternoon
Spice Bazaar and a ferry to the Asian side.
Evening
Istiklal Avenue.
Sightseeing
Dolmabahce · Galata Tower · Spice Bazaar
DAY4Istanbul to CappadociaFly to Kayseri or Nevsehir (1 hr 20 min) and transfer to Göreme
Fly to Kayseri or Nevsehir (1 hr 20 min) and transfer to Göreme
Morning
Breakfast and check out.
Afternoon
Fly to Kayseri or Nevsehir (1 hr 20 min) and transfer to Göreme.
Evening
Check in at a cave hotel.
Tip: Balloon flights depend on the wind and are confirmed the evening before.
DAY5Cappadocia sightseeingCappadocia · Cave hotel
Morning
Göreme Open-Air Museum and Uçhisar castle.
Afternoon
Pasabag fairy chimneys, Avanos pottery and the Derinkuyu underground city.
Evening
Turkish night show.
Sightseeing
Göreme · Uçhisar · Pasabag · Derinkuyu
Optional, paid locally
Hot-air balloon: EUR 180–280
Tip: Balloon flights depend on the wind and are confirmed the evening before.
DAY6Cappadocia to Pamukkale600 km, about 9 hrs · via Konya
600 km, about 9 hrs · via Konya
Morning
Breakfast and check out.
Afternoon
Drive to Pamukkale.
Evening
Check in. Thermal pools at the hotel.
DAY7Pamukkale to Kusadasi190 km, about 3 hrs
190 km, about 3 hrs
Morning
Pamukkale travertine terraces and Hierapolis. Set off after lunch.
Afternoon
Drive to Kusadasi.
Evening
Check in by the Aegean.
Sightseeing
Pamukkale terraces · Hierapolis · Cleopatra’s pool
DAY8Kusadasi sightseeingKusadasi · Hotel
Morning
Ephesus: the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre.
Afternoon
House of the Virgin Mary and Sirince village.
Evening
Kusadasi marina.
Sightseeing
Ephesus · Library of Celsus · House of the Virgin Mary · Sirince
DAY9Kusadasi to IstanbulTransfer to Izmir airport (1 hr) and fly to Istanbul (1 hr 10 min)
Transfer to Izmir airport (1 hr) and fly to Istanbul (1 hr 10 min)
Morning
Breakfast and check out.
Afternoon
Transfer to Izmir airport (1 hr) and fly to Istanbul (1 hr 10 min). The trip ends on arrival.
Inclusions
Included
- 8 nights’ stay on twin sharing, as listed under Hotels
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- Airport transfers and sightseeing in the itinerary by private vehicle with an English-speaking driver
- Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in the itinerary
- Turkey visa assistance (visa fee extra)
Not included
- International and domestic airfare
- Lunch and dinner unless listed
- Optional activities marked in the itinerary
- Tourism or city taxes collected by hotels
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and tips
- 5% GST and TCS as per government rules
- Air, rail or road bookings can be done by us at an additional cost, as per actuals.
- Anything not listed under Included
Hotels
| Where | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul · Nights 1–3 Hotel | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
| Cappadocia · Nights 4–5 Cave hotel | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
| Pamukkale · Night 6 Hotel | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
| Kusadasi · Nights 7–8 Hotel | 2–3 star | 3 star | 4 star |
Hotel names are confirmed in your quote. If a listed hotel is full, we book one of the same category and tell you before you pay.
Prices
| Per person | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin sharing | ₹74,900 pp | ₹87,900 pp | ₹1,18,000 pp |
| Triple sharing | ₹67,600 pp | ₹79,200 pp | ₹1,06,400 pp |
| Single occupancy | ₹1,18,900 | ₹1,39,500 | ₹1,87,800 |
| Child with bed (5–11) | ₹53,000 | ₹62,000 | ₹83,100 |
| Child without bed (5–11) | ₹38,300 | ₹44,800 | ₹59,900 |
Valid for travel till 31 March 2027. 5% GST extra. Peak-date supplements apply at Christmas, New Year, Diwali, Holi and long weekends.
Policies
Booking and payment
Book with a 25% advance. The balance is due 15 days before travel. Payments are received by Agrima Holidays Private Limited through its bank account or a secure payment link, and are acknowledged with a tax invoice.
Cancellation and refund
30 or more days before travel: 10% of the package cost is retained. 15–29 days: 25%. 7–14 days: 50%. Under 7 days: no refund. Refunds go to the original payment method within 10 working days.
Children
Children under 5 travel free when sharing the parents’ bed. Children 5–11 pay the child rate in the price table. 12 and above pay the adult rate.
Changes on the road
Weather or road closures can change the order of sightseeing. Your driver and trip planner will agree changes with you on the day.
FAQ
Can I change the hotels?
Yes. Choose Standard, Deluxe or Premium and your planner will send hotel options in that category.
Is the vehicle private?
Yes, the vehicle and driver are for your group only, from the first pickup to the last drop.
Can I add or drop a night?
Yes. Your trip planner will revise the itinerary and quote.