4 Days Turkey Tour Package
Pamukkale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, boasts its iconic white calcite terraces formed by hot spring waters from 17 sources. While swimming is not allowed in the terraces, you can enjoy Cleopatra’s Pool, filled with Pamukkale’s waters and ancient columns from Hierapolis.
Adjacent to the healing pool lies Hierapolis Antique City, founded by Seleucid Kings. It held pagan and Jewish communities and gained importance in Christianity after St. Philip’s martyrdom. Hierapolis flourished in arts, philosophy, and trade. Explore the Necropolis, Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, and more, including Cleopatra’s Pool.
Kaklik Cave offers similar formations to Pamukkale’s cascades, underground. It’s a stunning cave with intriguing sights.
Salda Lake, known as the “Turkish Maldives,” allures with white sandy beaches, magnesium rocks, and rich nature. Take photos, relax, or explore its Mars-like beauty.
Sagalassos, perched 9,000 feet high on the Taurus Mountains, thrived as a wealthy city due to its location, fertile soil, and clay deposits. The preserved city showcases remarkable fountains.
Ephesus, a renowned ancient city, served as a trade and religious center. It holds significance in Christianity, including the Seven Churches and the Virgin Mary’s Church. St. John’s Basilica is nearby.
Virgin Mary’s House, atop a mountain, is where she lived with St. John after Jesus’ crucifixion until her assumption.
Artemis Temple, one of the Seven Wonders, was a grand religious center and a bank. It honored the tradition of the divine female.
4 Days Turkey Tour Package Details:
Day 1: Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour (Lunch)
Upon arrival at Denizli Airport, meet our driver and proceed to Pamukkale. Check-in at your hotel and start the Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour. Explore Hierapolis Antique City, a remarkable city with influences from Pagan, Roman, Jewish, and Christian cultures. As one of the Seven Churches mentioned in the Book of Revelations, it holds great historical and religious significance. Discover the Necropolis, Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, and more, including the Antique Pool and Cleopatra’s Pool.
Afterward, visit the mesmerizing Pamukkale Hot Springs with its white calcite cascades known as “travertines.” Take a leisurely walk and enjoy the therapeutic properties of the hot spring waters. Lunch will be provided at a local restaurant. Conclude the day with a visit to the Red Water Hot Springs, also known as Karahayit. Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Pamukkale.
Day 2: Kaklik Cave, Salda Lake, and Sagalassos Antique City Tour (Breakfast-Lunch)
After breakfast, embark on a tour to Kaklik Cave, an underground marvel often referred to as “Pamukkale Underground.” Admire the captivating calcite terraces within the cave, offering a unique and mysterious experience.
Continue to Salda Lake, known as the “Maldives of Turkey” for its stunning white sandy beach. Take the opportunity to relax, explore the area, and capture beautiful photos. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before proceeding to Sagalassos Antique City, a well-preserved Roman-era metropolis. Marvel at the remains of the state agora, fountains, theater, baths, heroon, and temples. Return to Pamukkale for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Laodicea and Aphrodisias Tour (Breakfast-Lunch)
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and depart for Laodicea antique city. Discover the significance of Laodicea as one of the Seven Churches of Revelation and explore its remarkable landmarks, including Zeus Temple, Theater, Church, Monumental Fountain, Odeon, Imperial Cult, Gymnasium, and Stadium.
Next, venture to Aphrodisias antique city, renowned for its well-preserved structures and marble quarries. Visit notable sites such as Sebasteion, Theater, Agora, Tiberius Portico, Hadrian Baths, Bishop Palace, Aphrodite Temple, Odeon, Stadium, and Tetraphylon. Enjoy free time to explore the Aphrodisias museum. Afterward, travel to Kusadasi for an overnight stay.
Day 4: Ephesus Tour (Breakfast-Lunch)
Start the day with a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, a humble stone house on the mountains overlooking Ephesus. Believed to be the final dwelling place of Mother Mary, it holds significant religious importance. Continue to Ephesus Antique City, a bustling harbor city and a prominent center for trade, religion, and culture. Explore the remarkable Celsus Library, Agora, Theater, Odeon, Trajan Fountain, Domitianus Temple, and Roman Latrines. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before visiting the remnants of the magnificent Artemis Temple, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Conclude the tour and transfer to Izmir Airport for your return flight to Istanbul.
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