3 Day Pamukkale and Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul – Flight & Bus Package

Experience Ancient Wonders of Pamukkale & Magical Landscapes of Cappadocia in 3 Days

Overview

Experience the best of western and central Turkey in just 3 days with this combined Pamukkale & Cappadocia tour. Begin with the natural wonders and ancient ruins of Pamukkale, including its famous travertine terraces and Hierapolis, then continue to Cappadocia to explore the region’s unique rock formations, fairy chimneys, underground cities, and open-air museums.

This package includes domestic flights, overnight bus transportation, guided tours, and hotel stays, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking for a compact yet comprehensive experience. Optional activities such as Cappadocia hot air balloon rides and Pamukkale paragliding are available for those seeking extra adventure.

Highlights:

• Discover Pamukkale & Hierapolis, swim in the Antique Pool

• Explore Cappadocia’s North & South regions including Göreme Open Air Museum, Uçhisar Castle, Kaymakli Underground City

• Flights and overnight bus included for comfortable travel

• Optional hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia and paragliding in Pamukkale

• Ideal for 3-day short trips from Istanbul

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Istanbul → Denizli → Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour → Overnight Bus to Cappadocia

Meals: Lunch Included

• 04:20 – 05:00 AM: Hotel pick-up in Istanbul & transfer to airport.

• 06:00 AM: Flight to Denizli. Meet our staff & transfer to Pamukkale.

• 09:30 AM: Guided Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour.
  Highlights: Karahayit Red Springs, Necropolis, Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, Frontinus Street, Agora, Theatre, Temple of Apollo, Antique Pool.

• 16:00 – 16:30 PM: Free time in Pamukkale.

• 22:00 PM: Overnight bus to Cappadocia.

Day 2: Cappadocia Arrival → North Cappadocia Tour → Overnight in Cappadocia

Meals: Lunch Included

• 07:00 AM: Arrival at Cappadocia bus station, transfer to hotel (early check-in if available).

• 09:30 AM: Start North Cappadocia Tour.
  Highlights: Devrent Valley, Pasabag Fairy Chimneys, Avanos Pottery, Göreme Open-Air Museum, Uçhisar Castle.

• 16:30 PM: Return to hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 3: South Cappadocia Tour → Return to Istanbul

Meals: Lunch Included

• 09:30 AM: Depart for South Cappadocia Tour.
  Highlights: Red Valley, Çavuşin Village, Pigeon Valley, Kaymaklı Underground City, Ortahisar Castle.

• 16:30 PM: Transfer to airport.

• 19:30 PM: Flight from Kayseri to Istanbul.

• 21:20 PM: Arrival in Istanbul, transfer to hotel. End of Tour.

Why This Tour?

• Perfect combination of history, culture, and nature in just 3 days.

• Visit Pamukkale’s thermal waters & travertines, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

• Discover Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys, valleys, and underground cities.

• Flexible package with domestic flights, overnight bus, transfers, and guided tours included.

• Ideal for travelers with limited time but who want a comprehensive Turkey experience.

Includes

Included

• 1 night hotel accommodation in Cappadocia (with breakfast)

• Professional English-speaking guide licensed by the Ministry of Tourism

• Full-day guided tours: Pamukkale, North Cappadocia, South Cappadocia

• Entrance fees to sites mentioned in the itinerary

• Lunches during the tours

• Hotel pick-up & drop-off, bus station & airport transfers

• Domestic flights: Istanbul → Denizli & Cappadocia → Istanbul

• Overnight bus from Pamukkale to Cappadocia

• Local taxes and service charges

❌ Not Included

• Dinners & personal expenses (such as drinks, souvenirs)

• International flights

• Travel insurance

• Optional tours or activities (such as hot air balloon ride, Turkish night show)

• Tips for guides & drivers

Hotels

Hotel Options

Cappadocia – Cave Hotels

• Heaven Cave House – Traditional cave rooms, central location in Ürgüp

• Holiday Cave Hotel – Comfortable cave rooms with modern amenities

• Grand Cappadocia Hotel – Luxury cave-style accommodation

Notes:

• Single supplement: +30% (to be paid upon arrival)

• Triple supplement: -10% (book for 2 people, pay the rest upon arrival)

Notes

???? Optional Tours

Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon

• Duration: 1-hour standard hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia

• Start Time: 04:30 – 05:00

• End Time: 07:30 – 08:00

• Includes: Hotel pick-up & drop-off, 1-hour balloon ride, snacks & soft drinks

• Price: 250 EUR per person (special package price, instead of 300 EUR)

• Notes: Subject to weather conditions. Early booking recommended.

Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon (Optional)

• Duration: 1-hour hot air balloon flight over Pamukkale terraces

• Includes: Hotel pick-up & drop-off, balloon ride, snacks & soft drinks

• Price: 250 EUR per person

• Notes: To do this activity, participants may need to arrive in Pamukkale one night earlier. Program can be adjusted upon request.

• Notes: Subject to weather conditions. Early booking recommended.

Pamukkale Paragliding (Optional)

• Duration: 30–45 minutes tandem paragliding flight over Pamukkale terraces

• Includes: Hotel pick-up & drop-off, professional tandem pilot, safety gear

• Price: 120 EUR per person

• Notes: Subject to weather conditions. Program can be adjusted upon request.