Two days tour of Ephesus and Pamukkale from Kusadasi
Ephesus Pamukkale Tours from Kusadasi
We offer 2 days private tours of Ephesus and Pamukkale from Kusadasi, Selcuk and Sirince.
Below please find the tour program details. The tour can be modified depending on guests needs, where they would like to overnight and fly. For more information, please contact us.
Below please find the tour program details. The tour can be modified depending on guests needs, where they would like to overnight and fly. For more information, please contact us.
Ephesus Pamukkale Tours
Is Pamukkale near Ephesus?
Ephesus is located around 200 kilometers away from Pamukkale, making it a manageable 2.5-hour drive between these two historical sites. This proximity offers visitors the opportunity to explore these significant landmarks in Turkey in a multi-day trip efficiently. The drive also provides a scenic journey through the Turkish landscape, allowing travelers to appreciate the beauty of the region while en route to their destination. Overall, the close distance between Ephesus and Pamukkale simplifies travel logistics and enhances the experience of exploring these iconic locations.
2 Day Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Pamukkale Tour starting and ending in Kusadasi
After departing from Kusadasi or Selcuk, drive east approx. 3 hours. Enter the site from North Gate and walk through the Ancient Necropolis (Cemetery). So far Italian archeologists have excavated over 1200 tombs in the area. The total number is expected to exceed 3000. No where in the world you can see such a gigantic ancient cemetery. Afterwards see the Roman Bath, walk through Domitian Gate, Frantinus Avenue to see the other remains. View the huge Roman theater having a capacity of 10000. Walk on the calcium deposit terraces of Pamukkale. Enjoy the stunning views. The water temperature is 32 degrees. For the ones interested there is an opportunity to swim at the ancient pools of Cleopatra. Return to Kusadasi or Selcuk.
Tour Timings:
8.30am - Depart Kusadasi
11.00am - Arrive Pamukkale and visit
02.30pm - Lunch
06.00pm - Arrive back to Kusadasi
Day 2: Ephesus Tour starting from Kusadasi and ending in Izmir Airport
Temple of Artemis, Ephesus, Ephesus Experience Museum
Meet with your Ephesus tour guide at your hotel in Kusadasi. Start your Private Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi. Your drive from Kusadasi to Ephesus takes less than 25 minutes. Your tour begins with a visit to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world, which Alexander the Great visited in 334 BC. Your next stop is at Ephesus, one of the most magnificent and best preserved ancient cities in the world. Historians believe that Ephesus was founded by the Amazons. With your guide, you'll visit the Odeon, where the advisory council held its meetings, and the baths, as well as many other columns, monuments, and ruins, including the Celsus Library. We'll also visit the Grand Theater, with a seating capacity of 24,000 people. Before you exit Ephesus enjoy an 18 minutes audio visual show of Ephesus at Ephesus Experience Museum. Your driver and tour guide will take you to Izmir Airport.
Tour Timings:
9.00am - Depart Kusadasi
9.30am - Arrive Temple of Artemis and visit
10.30am - Arrive Ephesus and visit
2.30pm - Lunch
5.00pm -Arrive Izmir airport, end of services.
Cost of 2 days private Ephesus Pamukkale tour: 540 Euro (Total to be paid for a group of 1-6 people)
After departing from Kusadasi or Selcuk, drive east approx. 3 hours. Enter the site from North Gate and walk through the Ancient Necropolis (Cemetery). So far Italian archeologists have excavated over 1200 tombs in the area. The total number is expected to exceed 3000. No where in the world you can see such a gigantic ancient cemetery. Afterwards see the Roman Bath, walk through Domitian Gate, Frantinus Avenue to see the other remains. View the huge Roman theater having a capacity of 10000. Walk on the calcium deposit terraces of Pamukkale. Enjoy the stunning views. The water temperature is 32 degrees. For the ones interested there is an opportunity to swim at the ancient pools of Cleopatra. Return to Kusadasi or Selcuk.
Tour Timings:
8.30am - Depart Kusadasi
11.00am - Arrive Pamukkale and visit
02.30pm - Lunch
06.00pm - Arrive back to Kusadasi
Day 2: Ephesus Tour starting from Kusadasi and ending in Izmir Airport
Temple of Artemis, Ephesus, Ephesus Experience Museum
Meet with your Ephesus tour guide at your hotel in Kusadasi. Start your Private Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi. Your drive from Kusadasi to Ephesus takes less than 25 minutes. Your tour begins with a visit to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world, which Alexander the Great visited in 334 BC. Your next stop is at Ephesus, one of the most magnificent and best preserved ancient cities in the world. Historians believe that Ephesus was founded by the Amazons. With your guide, you'll visit the Odeon, where the advisory council held its meetings, and the baths, as well as many other columns, monuments, and ruins, including the Celsus Library. We'll also visit the Grand Theater, with a seating capacity of 24,000 people. Before you exit Ephesus enjoy an 18 minutes audio visual show of Ephesus at Ephesus Experience Museum. Your driver and tour guide will take you to Izmir Airport.
Tour Timings:
9.00am - Depart Kusadasi
9.30am - Arrive Temple of Artemis and visit
10.30am - Arrive Ephesus and visit
2.30pm - Lunch
5.00pm -Arrive Izmir airport, end of services.
Cost of 2 days private Ephesus Pamukkale tour: 540 Euro (Total to be paid for a group of 1-6 people)
Rates Cover:
Rates Do Not Cover:
- Services of an excellent English speaking tour Guide
- A/C MPV
- All transportation costs.
- Tax, service charges.
- Pick up and drop off as indicated above.
- Lunches
- Parking fees to the sites.
Rates Do Not Cover:
- Entrance fees to the sites.
- Drinks during Lunches
- Swimming in the antique pools of Cleopatra (8 Euro per person)
* Above rates are not per person costs. They are total to be paid for your group.
* If you need a private transfer from Izmir Airport to Kusadasi. The cost of private transfer is 65 Euros.
There is no prepayment required for the reservation. To avoid disappointment, we recommend to make your private tour reservation at earliest possible.
Payment Terms:
Payment can be made in Euro, Turkish Liras or US Dollar cash at the end of the tour. There is no prepayment required for the booking.
* For the booking, please advise us the names of all the members of your group, your hotels name and your flight details.
* If you need a private transfer from Izmir Airport to Kusadasi. The cost of private transfer is 65 Euros.
There is no prepayment required for the reservation. To avoid disappointment, we recommend to make your private tour reservation at earliest possible.
Payment Terms:
Payment can be made in Euro, Turkish Liras or US Dollar cash at the end of the tour. There is no prepayment required for the booking.
* For the booking, please advise us the names of all the members of your group, your hotels name and your flight details.
Ephesus Pamukkale Tour Reviews
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Questions about Ephesus Pamukkale Tour
1.) For Day 1 would it be possible to go and see Pamukkale first thing in the morning, when it opens? We heard this is the best time to go before the tourist groups arrive. Then, go to tour Hierapolis after?
> Please note that Pamukkale and Hierapolis is the same thing. Hierapolis is the ancient name of Pamukkale. But if you mean, you would like to walk on the white calcium corbonate terraces as first in the morning before going to the ruins of Hierapolis. Yes, that is possible.
2.) Would it be better for us to stay in Kusadasi instead of Selcuk after Day 1? Which would be the better location for us to start our Ephesus tour? (We heard that Selcuk is a bit "dead" after 6 PM, is this true?)
> I would recommend you to stay in Kusadasi rather than Selcuk. Kusadasi is a very lively resort town. For travellers who enjoy modern four- and five-star resort hotels, there are many choices for travellers in Kusadasi. Kusadasi is located 15 miles away from ancient city of Ephesus. Our recommendation is to stay in Kusadasi and do the tour of Ephesus out of Kusadasi. Kusadasi has several beaches, nice restaurants and good hotels that you may enjoy.
Recommended hotels to stay in Kusadasi (booking.com links):
3.) For our meals, will you bring us to restaurants that you would recommend or areas where we can choose a restaurant?
> For included lunches, we will take you to restaurants that we have an agreement with. If you would like us to take you to restaurants that you want in this case the cost of the lunch will be on your side.
4.) How big is the van that we will be using?
> We will assign you a 9 Seater Mercedes Vito. Please consider that There is a separate driver and a separate tour guide. Below, please find the picture of the vehicle. If your group is more than 6 people, we can assign you a larger Mercedes Minibus.
> Please note that Pamukkale and Hierapolis is the same thing. Hierapolis is the ancient name of Pamukkale. But if you mean, you would like to walk on the white calcium corbonate terraces as first in the morning before going to the ruins of Hierapolis. Yes, that is possible.
2.) Would it be better for us to stay in Kusadasi instead of Selcuk after Day 1? Which would be the better location for us to start our Ephesus tour? (We heard that Selcuk is a bit "dead" after 6 PM, is this true?)
> I would recommend you to stay in Kusadasi rather than Selcuk. Kusadasi is a very lively resort town. For travellers who enjoy modern four- and five-star resort hotels, there are many choices for travellers in Kusadasi. Kusadasi is located 15 miles away from ancient city of Ephesus. Our recommendation is to stay in Kusadasi and do the tour of Ephesus out of Kusadasi. Kusadasi has several beaches, nice restaurants and good hotels that you may enjoy.
Recommended hotels to stay in Kusadasi (booking.com links):
- Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel - 4 Stars
- LaVista Boutique Hotel
- Charisma Deluxe Hotel - 5 Stars
- Double Tree by Hilton Hotel - 4 Stars
- Korumar Deluxe Hotel - 5 Stars
3.) For our meals, will you bring us to restaurants that you would recommend or areas where we can choose a restaurant?
> For included lunches, we will take you to restaurants that we have an agreement with. If you would like us to take you to restaurants that you want in this case the cost of the lunch will be on your side.
4.) How big is the van that we will be using?
> We will assign you a 9 Seater Mercedes Vito. Please consider that There is a separate driver and a separate tour guide. Below, please find the picture of the vehicle. If your group is more than 6 people, we can assign you a larger Mercedes Minibus.
Pamukkale Ephesus Tour Vehicle - Mercedes Vito
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Pamukkale Ephesus Tour Vehicle Interior - Mercedes Vito
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6 Large Suitcases can fit into Mercedes Vito private tour vehicle.
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a5.) What time do you estimate we will arrive in Izmir Airport at the end of Day 2?
> Approx, 6-7pm
6.) Are there any other places/ sites you recommend we go visit on Day 1 (Pamukkale and Hierapolis) and Day 2 (Ephesus and Surrounding Area)? Please do NOT bring us to any factories as we are NOT interested in visiting any factories/ stores.
> For Pamukkale Tour, if requested a visit to the Ancient City of Laodicea can be added.
For Ephesus: Museum of Ephesus, Terrace Houses, IsaBey Mosque, Basilica of St. John are options
Kindly note that the lunch during Ephesus tour is scheduled at the restaurant of a weaving center. After lunch you will have the opportunity to see local handcrafts. If you have any hesitation regarding seeing these, we can take you to a local restaurant. But as mentioned above, the cost of the lunch would be on your side.
7.) With respect to payment, since we do not need to do a prepayment can we do the full payment at the conclusion of the tour on Day 2?
> Thats what we ask for too. At the end of the services, we kindly ask the total payment to be done in cash.
8.) What will be the total time for Ephesus tour and Pamukkale tour separately?
> Ephesus Tour will take approx. 6 hours
Pamukkale Tour will take approx. 9-10 hours. Pamukkale is 3 hours drive from Kusadasi one way.
9.) What will be pick up time on each day?
> Recommended pick up time for Pamukkale Tour is 8.30am
Recommended pick up time for Ephesus Tour is 9am
10.) Do we have fixed time per location on each day or that is flexible as long as we do not exceed total time?
> This is your private tour that means there is no fixed time. You are the one who is going to decide how much to stay.
11.) We will have to load all of our luggage into the van. WIll the van be able to fit all of our luggage plus the 5 of us (plus you and the driver) comfortably? Also, is it safe to leave our luggage in the van while we tour Pamukkale and Hierapolis?
> Yes, we will assign you a large van with a big trunk. Your group of 5 and your luggages will fit comfortably. When you are touring with the tour guide, our driver will stay by the van and will keep an eye on your belongings. We only work with trustable drivers. So feel free.
12.) Please summarize the entrance fee amounts and other costs not included that we will have to pay. I can then budget for these.
> Approximate cost of entrance fees:
Cost of entrance fees:
13.) For the Pamukkale trip, we would like to leave earlier than suggested and to visit the calcium deposit terraces first, before the larger tour groups arrive. I understand this is possible from your FAQ. Are there any consequences to this choice from a logistical perspective?
> Yes, that is possible. If requested you can start the tour at 7am and at 10am you can start walking on the calcium deposit terraces in Pamukkale.
14.) For the Ephesus tour, are there any extras recommended and are these done at the end of the tour or worked into the itinerary as agreed in advance? Again, we would wish to start earlier so we finish earlier in order to make it to the airport for our flight earlier than your normal time.
> You can decide the extra visits during the tour with the tour guides recommendations. This is the main reason we keep the admission fees excluded from the prices. It is possible to start early. Earliest you can start is at 7.30am. The sites open at 8am.
15.) For both days, could you let us know the restaurant we would be using for the included lunch, and whether this is buffet style (which we generally don’t like - we prefer quality over quantity) or not?
> During your Ephesus tour, a delightful lunch will be provided at the charming grounds of a weaving center, allowing you to indulge in a unique dining experience. Meanwhile, on your Pamukkale tour, a lovely lunch awaits you at a local restaurant, where you can savor delicious cuisine. Rest assured, if you prefer dining elsewhere, our knowledgeable tour guide can escort you to alternative venues of your choice. Please keep in mind that if you opt for dining at different locations, the lunch expenses will be your responsibility. Your comfort and preferences are our top priority, ensuring a tailored experience that meets your expectations during your journey.
16.) If paying in USD rather than EUR, what would the cost be? Is this amount fixed or dependent on the USD exchange rate to the Euro? We have to buy either currency but get a better rate for USD.
> Payment of the tour can be done in USD. This is a fixed amount.
17.) As the price is fixed for a group size is 1-6 people, can we invite friends to join us on the Pamukkale trip if we want?
> Yes, same price apply up to 6 people. You can invite friends.
18.) What is there to do in Kusadasi?
> Kusadasi, is located at the western part of Turkey. 60 miles south of the 3rd largest city of Turkey: Izmir. Once a small fishing town. Today a well known resort town and a popular cruise port. Winter time population is 100.000 people where this rises up to 500.000 people during summer days. Mainly eastern European tourists prefer having their holidays in Kusadasi. Because of its close proximity to the ancient city of Ephesus, a lot of cruise ships dock at the cruise port of Kusadasi. With over 140 hotels, Kusadası offers accoommodation opportunities for land travellers and vacationers. Almost everyone who travels to Kusadasi, visits the ruins of Ephesus. Some also come to enjoy the nightlife, shopping and the beaches of Kusadasi. Although there are some public beaches in the city, the most popular beach, is Ladies Beach (Kadınlar Plajı). Recommended for travellers who enjoy modern four- and five-star resort hotels, there are many choices for travellers in Kusadasi. Kusadasi is located 15 miles away from ancient city of Ephesus. Our recommendation is to stay in Kusadasi and do the tour of Ephesus out of Kusadasi.Kusadasi has several beaches, nice restaurants and good hotels that you may enjoy.
19.) Is it possible to stay in Kusadasi, and enjoy Ephesus and travel to Pamukkale within a day?
> Yes, It is possible but not recommended It would be a 13 hour very tiring tour. We recommend you to split it into two days.
20.) Between Kusadasi and Selçuk, Where would I be able go see my historical arts & crasfts and culture?
> Yes, It is possible.
Carpets and Kilims
Turkey is known with handmade carpets and kilims. An art form Turkey is proud of. The Ancient skill of weaving carpets has been decreasing from generation to generation in Turkey. Rugs were originally made for warmth and decoration in the home, as dowry pieces for brides.There are two main kinds of rug: carpets (hali),which are knotted, and kilims, which are flatwoven with vertical (warp) and horizantal threads.
Iznik Tiles and Pottery
For centuries Iznik tiles have been treasured by art enthusiasts around the world for their flawless quality and exceptionally rich colors. The Iznik tiles made today in the small workshops. Today·s Iznik tiles are created with the same painstaking handcrafted techniques as their historic counterparts.
Get in touch with us for more information.
> Approx, 6-7pm
6.) Are there any other places/ sites you recommend we go visit on Day 1 (Pamukkale and Hierapolis) and Day 2 (Ephesus and Surrounding Area)? Please do NOT bring us to any factories as we are NOT interested in visiting any factories/ stores.
> For Pamukkale Tour, if requested a visit to the Ancient City of Laodicea can be added.
For Ephesus: Museum of Ephesus, Terrace Houses, IsaBey Mosque, Basilica of St. John are options
Kindly note that the lunch during Ephesus tour is scheduled at the restaurant of a weaving center. After lunch you will have the opportunity to see local handcrafts. If you have any hesitation regarding seeing these, we can take you to a local restaurant. But as mentioned above, the cost of the lunch would be on your side.
7.) With respect to payment, since we do not need to do a prepayment can we do the full payment at the conclusion of the tour on Day 2?
> Thats what we ask for too. At the end of the services, we kindly ask the total payment to be done in cash.
8.) What will be the total time for Ephesus tour and Pamukkale tour separately?
> Ephesus Tour will take approx. 6 hours
Pamukkale Tour will take approx. 9-10 hours. Pamukkale is 3 hours drive from Kusadasi one way.
9.) What will be pick up time on each day?
> Recommended pick up time for Pamukkale Tour is 8.30am
Recommended pick up time for Ephesus Tour is 9am
10.) Do we have fixed time per location on each day or that is flexible as long as we do not exceed total time?
> This is your private tour that means there is no fixed time. You are the one who is going to decide how much to stay.
11.) We will have to load all of our luggage into the van. WIll the van be able to fit all of our luggage plus the 5 of us (plus you and the driver) comfortably? Also, is it safe to leave our luggage in the van while we tour Pamukkale and Hierapolis?
> Yes, we will assign you a large van with a big trunk. Your group of 5 and your luggages will fit comfortably. When you are touring with the tour guide, our driver will stay by the van and will keep an eye on your belongings. We only work with trustable drivers. So feel free.
12.) Please summarize the entrance fee amounts and other costs not included that we will have to pay. I can then budget for these.
> Approximate cost of entrance fees:
Cost of entrance fees:
- Ephesus + Ephesus Experience Museum: 40 Euro per person
- Temple of Artemis: Free of Charge
- Pamukkale: 30 Euro per person
13.) For the Pamukkale trip, we would like to leave earlier than suggested and to visit the calcium deposit terraces first, before the larger tour groups arrive. I understand this is possible from your FAQ. Are there any consequences to this choice from a logistical perspective?
> Yes, that is possible. If requested you can start the tour at 7am and at 10am you can start walking on the calcium deposit terraces in Pamukkale.
14.) For the Ephesus tour, are there any extras recommended and are these done at the end of the tour or worked into the itinerary as agreed in advance? Again, we would wish to start earlier so we finish earlier in order to make it to the airport for our flight earlier than your normal time.
> You can decide the extra visits during the tour with the tour guides recommendations. This is the main reason we keep the admission fees excluded from the prices. It is possible to start early. Earliest you can start is at 7.30am. The sites open at 8am.
15.) For both days, could you let us know the restaurant we would be using for the included lunch, and whether this is buffet style (which we generally don’t like - we prefer quality over quantity) or not?
> During your Ephesus tour, a delightful lunch will be provided at the charming grounds of a weaving center, allowing you to indulge in a unique dining experience. Meanwhile, on your Pamukkale tour, a lovely lunch awaits you at a local restaurant, where you can savor delicious cuisine. Rest assured, if you prefer dining elsewhere, our knowledgeable tour guide can escort you to alternative venues of your choice. Please keep in mind that if you opt for dining at different locations, the lunch expenses will be your responsibility. Your comfort and preferences are our top priority, ensuring a tailored experience that meets your expectations during your journey.
16.) If paying in USD rather than EUR, what would the cost be? Is this amount fixed or dependent on the USD exchange rate to the Euro? We have to buy either currency but get a better rate for USD.
> Payment of the tour can be done in USD. This is a fixed amount.
17.) As the price is fixed for a group size is 1-6 people, can we invite friends to join us on the Pamukkale trip if we want?
> Yes, same price apply up to 6 people. You can invite friends.
18.) What is there to do in Kusadasi?
> Kusadasi, is located at the western part of Turkey. 60 miles south of the 3rd largest city of Turkey: Izmir. Once a small fishing town. Today a well known resort town and a popular cruise port. Winter time population is 100.000 people where this rises up to 500.000 people during summer days. Mainly eastern European tourists prefer having their holidays in Kusadasi. Because of its close proximity to the ancient city of Ephesus, a lot of cruise ships dock at the cruise port of Kusadasi. With over 140 hotels, Kusadası offers accoommodation opportunities for land travellers and vacationers. Almost everyone who travels to Kusadasi, visits the ruins of Ephesus. Some also come to enjoy the nightlife, shopping and the beaches of Kusadasi. Although there are some public beaches in the city, the most popular beach, is Ladies Beach (Kadınlar Plajı). Recommended for travellers who enjoy modern four- and five-star resort hotels, there are many choices for travellers in Kusadasi. Kusadasi is located 15 miles away from ancient city of Ephesus. Our recommendation is to stay in Kusadasi and do the tour of Ephesus out of Kusadasi.Kusadasi has several beaches, nice restaurants and good hotels that you may enjoy.
19.) Is it possible to stay in Kusadasi, and enjoy Ephesus and travel to Pamukkale within a day?
> Yes, It is possible but not recommended It would be a 13 hour very tiring tour. We recommend you to split it into two days.
20.) Between Kusadasi and Selçuk, Where would I be able go see my historical arts & crasfts and culture?
> Yes, It is possible.
Carpets and Kilims
Turkey is known with handmade carpets and kilims. An art form Turkey is proud of. The Ancient skill of weaving carpets has been decreasing from generation to generation in Turkey. Rugs were originally made for warmth and decoration in the home, as dowry pieces for brides.There are two main kinds of rug: carpets (hali),which are knotted, and kilims, which are flatwoven with vertical (warp) and horizantal threads.
Iznik Tiles and Pottery
For centuries Iznik tiles have been treasured by art enthusiasts around the world for their flawless quality and exceptionally rich colors. The Iznik tiles made today in the small workshops. Today·s Iznik tiles are created with the same painstaking handcrafted techniques as their historic counterparts.
Get in touch with us for more information.
