4 Days Travel to Sagalassos, Salda, Lavender Gardens, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Cesme

Itinerary

Day 1: Flight from Istanbul to Denizli - Tour to Kuyucak Lavender Gardens, Sagalassos, Salda Lake - Accommodation at Pamukkale

Stop At: Istanbul, Istanbul
We will pick you up from your hotel in Istanbul and then transfer to Istanbul airport for your flight to Cardak-Denizli.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Denizli Airport, Cumhuriyet Mah., Küme Evler Sok. No:1, 20350 Çardak/Denizli, Turkey
Upon arrival Denizli, your private guide & driver will meet you at the exit gate of arrival terminal and then start your private tour to Lavender Gardens, Sagalassos, Salda Lake.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: The Village of Kuyucak, D-650 Highway Süleyman Demirel Havalimanı'na 20 Km, Isparta 32700 Turkey
Kuyucak Village is still quite unknown to visitors who have yet to discover this idyllic village. The villagers of Kuyucak village are some of the prime cultivators and producers of lavender in Turkey. With only around 90 households, the villagers of Kuyucak make a living through lavender cultivation and fishing as well as picking and drying the area’s naturally growing flowers and herbs such as hollyhock, daisies, and thyme for the country’s herbalist shops. With its natural cobblestone streets, mudbrick houses, and wild lavender bushes just sprouting out of the sidewalks, Kuyucak is truly a beautiful place to discover. ***The visit of Kuyucak Lavender Gardens is available for dates between June and September because of the season of these flowers. You will visit to Kaklik Cave instead of Lavender Gardens in other months.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Burdur, Burdur, Burdur Province
You will get your lunch in a local restaurant at the Burdur city.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Sagalassos Antik Kent, Kıraç, 15800 Ağlasun/Burdur, Turkey
Sagalassos is one of the best-preserved ancient cities in Turkey. The city was conquered by Alexander the Great in 333 BC on his way to Persia. It flourished after joining the Roman Empire in 25 BC. The city was linked to the Anatolian road network and was connected with the interior, with the ports on the western coast of Ionia, and most importantly with those on the Mediterranean coast. The city was an export center for pottery and agricultural products throughout antiquity. After Alexander's death, the region became part of the territories of Antigonus Monophthalmus, possibly Lysimachus of Thrace, the Seleucids of Syria and the Attalids of Pergamon. The archeological record indicates that locals rapidly adopted Hellenic culture.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Salda Golu, Yesilova 5km. Kayadibi mah. 1.küme evler mevki No.:27/1, Burdur 15500 Turkey
The lake is a mid-size classified crater lake and has a unique atmosphere that astonishes everyone who visits it. Nature’s virgin wonder Salda Lake is a home for different species including unique plants and animal species. The great atmosphere of Lake Salda makes it famous all around the globe. The lake is famous for its white sands and turquoise waters and it’s called “Maldives of Turkey”. The place’s unique atmosphere is a point of interest for photoshoots too. Especially during sun dawn and sunset, the light, turquoise waters and white sands creates an astonishing atmosphere at Lake Salda.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Pamukkale, Pamukkale
After you completed all the visits of today, you will drive to Pamukkale/Karahayit for accommodation. You will be staying at a thermal hotel in Pamukkale.
Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes

Meals included:
• Lunch: You will take your lunch in a local restaurant.
• Dinner: You will take your dinner at hotel. The dinner time of hotel is between 07.00pm and 10.00pm.
Accommodation included: Larina Ninova Thermal Hotel (or equivalent hotel) at Pamukkale.

Day 2: Hierapolis & Pamukkale Tour - Accommodation at Kusadasi

Stop At: Pamukkale Natural Park, Pamukkale orenyeri kocacukur alani pamukkale kasabasi, Pamukkale Turkey
You will have free time at this morning. You can use the thermal pools of your hotel before start the tour of today. The pick-up time will be 11.00am (approx) and your private guide & driver will meet you at the reception of your hotel, and then you will continue to another natural beauty of Turkey.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Hierapolis & Pamukkale, Pamukkale 20280 Turkey
The highlights of Hierapolis tour are Necropolis, Roman Baths, Domitian Gate, Latrina, Oil Factory, Frontinus Street, Agora, Byzantium Gate, Triton Fountain, Cathedral, Apollon Temple, Plutonium, Theater and Antique Pool.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Pamukkale Thermal Pools, Pamukkale Turkey
After visited the Hierapolis Ancient City, you will take some photos from the nicest corners of Pamukkale. Free time for about 60-75 minutes to explore the natural beauties of Pamukkale, and swim at white travertines (thermal pools) of Pamukkale. Then meet again with your private guide, start walking in the middle of travertines from up to down without shoes and socks.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Pamukkale, Pamukkale
You will get your lunch in a local restaurant at the Pamukkale town.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast
After you completed your Hierapolis and Pamukkale tour, you will continue to Kusadasi for accommodation. Your private guide will be escorted to you on the way.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast: You will take your breakfast at hotel. The breakfast time of hotel is between 07.00am and 10.00am.
• Lunch: You will take your lunch in a local restaurant.
Accommodation included: Ilayda Hotel (or equivalent hotel) at Kusadasi.

Day 3: Full Day Tour to Cesme, Alacati, Sigacik Village - Accommodation at Kusadasi

Stop At: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast
After having breakfast at hotel, your private guide and driver will meet you at the reception of your hotel and then drive to Sigacik Village.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Sigacik, Sigacik, Izmir Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
Sigacik is next to the ancient Ionian city of Teos. An Ottoman castle (now in ruins) built in 1522 is also in Sigacik. Up to 2009 Sigacik was a fishermen's village. But after Seferihisar became a city of Cittaslow, Sigacik gained fame as a town of quiet holiday resort.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: Cesme, Cesme, Izmir Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
You will get your lunch in a local restaurant at the Cesme. After lunch, you will have walking tour at the old town of Cesme. The Cesme old town is full of Greek neo-classical buildings from the late 1800s/early 1900s that wouldn't be out of place in, say, Symi, which are well preserved and are quite elegant. Cesme is one of the most popular tourist areas of Izmir with its therapeutic thermal waters, historical monuments and and streets with colorful houses. Cesme's history dates back to the 7th century before Jesus. Cesme, which is one of the most preferred holiday regions of Turkey such as Bodrum, Marmaris, Fethiye, Alanya, is especially preferred by Turkish visitor.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Cesme Castle, Cesme Turkey
It was built in 1508 and repaired by Sultan Beyazıt, son of Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror (Mehmet Fatih), to defend the coast from attack by pirates. Later, the Rhodes-based Knights of St John of Jerusalem also made use of it. Today, the well-preserved battlements, with its six towers and moats on three sides, offer excellent views of Cesme.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Alacati, Alacati, Cesme, Izmir Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
Alacati is a Turkish town with a Greek history that today blurs the boundaries of both. It’s a popular place for both tourists and locals to enjoy lazy days by the beach and busy nights in the bars and restaurants that line the cobbled streets. As you walk around the town, you really do feel as though you are in Greece. The old stone houses have been beautifully restored. Painted shutters and doors are covered in rambling bright coloured bougainvillea. Many of the homes have been converted to hotels whilst others are now trendy boutiques, bars and cafes.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Alacati Yel Degirmenleri Parki, AlacatI mah, 1008 sk., Alacati, Cesme 35937 Turkey
Ancient windmills are indispensable to the Aegean landscape in Turkey, especially around Alacati.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast
After completed this fascinating tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kusadasi for accommodation.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast: You will take your breakfast at hotel. The breakfast time of hotel is between 07.00am and 10.00am.
• Lunch: You will take your lunch in a local restaurant.
Accommodation included: Ilayda Hotel (or equivalent hotel) at Kusadasi.

Day 4: Full Day Ephesus Tour - Flight Back to Istanbul, or Flight to Cappadocia

Stop At: Kusadasi, Kusadasi, Turkish Aegean Coast
After having breakfast at hotel, your private guide and driver will meet you at the reception of your hotel and then drive to Selcuk town.
Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Kusadasi Castle, Kusadasi Merkez, Kusadasi Turkey
The castle is small, picturesque Byzantine fortress stands on the causeway-connected Guvercin Adası (Pigeon Island) and has recently been renovated. You will see this castle from your car on the way.

Pass By: Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI, Ataturk BulvarI 2, Kusadasi Turkey
This caravanserai was built by the Grand Vizier Okuz Mehmed Pasha to support maritime trade in the region. You will see this caravanserai from your car on the way.

Stop At: Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), Sultaniye Mahallesi, Selcuk 35100 Turkey
Your first visit will be the pilgrimage point claimed to be the last home of the Virgin Mary. Once you arrive there you will be thrilled by the natural beauty that surrounds the monument.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 Turkey
Your next visit will be the Ephesus Ancient City. Ephesus was one of the most important harbor cities in antique world and also it is mentioned in the book of Revelations as one of the seven churches. Also Celsus Library and theater in Ephesus are the other highlights. You will see the Celcus Library, Temple of Hadrian, Fountain of Trajan, Odeon, Agora, Fountain of Domitian, Hercule Gate, Grand Theater, Nike, Ancient Toilets during tour in this ancient city.
Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes

Stop At: Selcuk, Selcuk, Izmir Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
You will get your lunch in a local restaurant at the Selcuk town.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: The Temple of Artemis, Ataturk, Park Ici Yolu No:12, Selcuk Turkey
The next stop of your tour will be at the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, standing today next to Ephesus ancient city.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Ephesus Museum, Selcuk Turkey
The last visit of your private tour will be Ephesus Archaeology Museum. At this charming and well-organised museum, there are not only findings from the ongoing excavations at Ephesus archeological site, but also the artifacts from the Cukurici Mound, the basilica of St John, and the Temple of Artemis.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Izmir, Izmir, Izmir Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
After you completed your full-day tour, we will transfer you to Izmir airport for your flight back to Istanbul or continue to Cappadocia by domestic flight.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Istanbul, Istanbul
Upon arrival Istanbul, our staff will meet you at the exit gate of arrival terminal and then transfer to your hotel in Istanbul. ***This service will be available If you booked the option of "Istanbul to Istanbul".
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Cappadocia, Cappadocia
Upon arrival Cappadocia, our staff will meet you at the exit gate of arrival terminal and then transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia. The drop-off transfer is available for hotels in Goreme, Urgup, Avanos, Uchisar, Cavusin. ***This service will be available If you booked the option of "Istanbul to Cappadocia".
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast: You will take your breakfast at hotel. The breakfast time of hotel is between 07.00am and 10.00am.
• Lunch: You will take your lunch in a local restaurant.
No accommodation included on this day.