8 Days Istanbul & Pamukkale Tour Package

8 Days Istanbul & Pamukkale Tour Package

5 Nights Istanbul + 2 Nights Pamukkale

Combine the history of Istanbul with the extraordinary landscapes of Pamukkale on this 8-day Türkiye tour package. Explore Istanbul, the former centre of Byzantine and Ottoman empires, before travelling to Pamukkale, famous for its white travertine terraces and the ancient city of Hierapolis.

The programme offers a comfortable balance of sightseeing and free time. Alongside the included Princes’ Islands experience, you can add optional excursions such as a Hierapolis & Pamukkale Tour, Bursa City Tour, Istanbul Classics Tour or Bosphorus Dinner Cruise.

Tour Highlights

-        5 nights in Istanbul

-        2 nights in Pamukkale

-        Istanbul Airport arrival and departure transfers

-        Denizli Airport arrival and departure transfers

-        Princes’ Islands Tour

-        Büyükada and Marmara Sea cruise

-        Views of Topkapı Palace, Maiden's Tower and Üsküdar

-        Domestic flight arrangement between Istanbul and Denizli

-        Pamukkale travertines

-        Optional Hierapolis & Pamukkale Tour

-        Optional Cleopatra's Pool visit

-        Optional Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

-        Optional Bursa Ottoman Heritage Tour

-        Optional Istanbul Classics Tour

-        Shared group tour option

-        Private travel option upon request

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Istanbul

Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel.

Check-in and the remainder of the day is free to relax after your journey or begin exploring Istanbul independently. Overnight in Istanbul

Day 2 – Princes’ Islands Tour

After breakfast, depart for a full-day Princes’ Islands Tour.

Cruise across the Marmara Sea towards Büyükada and enjoy views of Istanbul's historic waterfront during the journey, including Topkapı Palace, Maiden's Tower and Üsküdar.

Upon arrival at Büyükada, explore the island and enjoy its peaceful atmosphere, historic streets and seaside scenery.

Depending on current local regulations, island transportation may be provided by electric vehicles or other permitted means. Lunch at a local restaurant is included as part of the tour programme.

Return to Istanbul after the island visit. Overnight in Istanbul

Day 3 – Istanbul to Pamukkale

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Denizli.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in the Pamukkale area.

Pamukkale is famous for its naturally formed white travertine terraces created by mineral-rich thermal waters. The remainder of the day is free to relax or explore the area independently. Overnight in Pamukkale

Day 4 – Pamukkale Free Day or Optional Hierapolis & Pamukkale Tour

Breakfast at the hotel.

Enjoy a free day or join an optional full-day Hierapolis & Pamukkale Tour.

Explore the ancient city of Hierapolis and its impressive archaeological remains, including the Necropolis, Roman Baths and Domitian Gate.

Continue to the famous Pamukkale travertines and enjoy time to walk through the permitted areas and experience the unique natural landscape.

An optional visit to Cleopatra's Pool can also be arranged. Entrance to the pool is subject to the applicable entrance fee and local operating conditions.

Return to the hotel after the tour. Overnight in Pamukkale

Day 5 – Pamukkale to Istanbul & Optional Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

After breakfast, transfer to Denizli Airport for your return flight to Istanbul.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

In the evening, you may join an optional Bosphorus Dinner Cruise. Sail between Europe and Asia while enjoying dinner, live entertainment and views of Istanbul's illuminated waterfront, historic palaces, waterfront mansions and suspension bridges. Overnight in Istanbul

Day 6 – Istanbul Free Day or Optional Bursa City Tour

Breakfast at the hotel.

Enjoy a free day in Istanbul or join an optional Bursa City Tour.

Bursa was the first capital of the Ottoman Empire and is known for its historic mosques, bazaars and early Ottoman heritage.

The optional tour may include:

-         Grand Mosque (Ulu Cami)

-         Green Mosque

-         Green Mausoleum, viewed from outside

-         Historic Silk Market in the Covered Bazaar

-         İnkaya Plane Tree

-         Scenic areas on the lower slopes of Mount Uludağ

Return to Istanbul after the tour. Overnight in Istanbul

Day 7 – Istanbul Free Day or Optional Istanbul Classics Tour

Breakfast at the hotel.

Enjoy a free day or join an optional half-day Istanbul Classics Tour.

The tour may include:

-        Hagia Sophia

-        Blue Mosque

-        Hippodrome of Constantinople

-        Serpentine Column

-        Obelisk of Theodosius

-        German Fountain

-        Grand Bazaar

Discover the historic centre of Istanbul and some of the city's most important Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks. Overnight in Istanbul

Day 8 – Departure

Breakfast at the hotel.

At the appropriate time, transfer to Istanbul Airport for your departure flight. End of our services.

What's Included

-        5 nights accommodation in Istanbul

-        2 nights accommodation in Pamukkale

-        Daily breakfast

-        Istanbul Airport arrival transfer

-        Istanbul Airport departure transfer

-        Denizli Airport arrival transfer

-        Denizli Airport departure transfer

-        Princes’ Islands Tour as specified in the programme

-        Lunch during the included Princes’ Islands Tour

-        Transportation during included group tours

-        Professional English-speaking guide during included guided tours

-        Local assistance throughout the programme

What's Not Included

-        Domestic flight tickets between Istanbul and Denizli

-        International flights

-        Optional Hierapolis & Pamukkale Tour

-        Cleopatra's Pool entrance fee

-        Optional Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

-        Optional Bursa City Tour

-        Optional Istanbul Classics Tour

-        Lunches and dinners unless specifically mentioned

-        Personal expenses

-        Travel insurance

-        Tips and gratuities

-        Any services not specifically mentioned under "What's Included"

Domestic Flight Tickets

Domestic flights are not included in the advertised package price.

We arrange the flights separately according to your travel dates and preferred departure times. Domestic airfares can vary depending on the season, flight time and availability, particularly during busy travel periods.

At the time of booking, we check the available flight options and current fares and provide suitable alternatives before confirming the tickets.