Bodrum Ephesus To Cappadocia

Today, you will be picked up from your accommodation in Bodrum and transferred to the Ephesus Region

After checking in at your hotel, you will have free time to relax or discover the city at your own pace.

Overnight in the Ephesus region (Selcuk or Kusadasi).

You will begin your day with a tour of the Ancient city of Ephesus and some of the highlights of the region.

The Ancient city of Ephesus is one of the best-preserved ruins of any civilization. At the height of its power, over 200,000 people were living in the city. You will see the Grand Theatre with its seating capacity of 25,000, the Library of Celsus with its impressive facade; you will also see ruins of homes, shops, public bathing houses, and the integral layout of the streets in this once-bustling metropolıs. You will also see the Gymnasium built to educate the young in sports, music, astrology, and socıal skills.

The Temple of Artemis is one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World, at twice the size of the Parthenon in Rome. A famous Greek poet said that the only other site that can surpass its glory is Mount Olympus in Northern Greece.

The home of the Virgin Mary. Many believe that the mother of Christ Spent the rest of her days here, having been brought by St John, and whilst walking amongst the fragrant Oleander, Hibiscus and jasmine, there is a feeling of peace here. The house is a simple structure and has become a pilgrimage site for many Catholics, and three Popes have also visited. Today the Franciscan order maintains the house.

IsaBey Mosque: The mosque was built by the master builder Ali, from Damascus, constructed between the years of 1374 and 1375. The masonry is a testament to his skill; even today, we can see his incredible craftsmanship. Details including the plant motifs and the beautifully carved marble with a variety of glazed mosaics make us marvel at his skill with the meagre tools he possessed.

Stay overnight in the Ephesus region (Selcuk or Kusadasi).

Flight from İzmir to Cappadocia
You will be picked up from your hotel and head to the airport for your Domestic Flight to Cappadocia.

You will have an early arrival in Cappadocia, where you will be transferred to your hotel. Check-in time will likely be in the afternoon.

OPTIONAL TOUR: ATV (QUAD) BIKE SAFARI.
Following check-in, you will go on a Quad Bike Tour  through the valleys of Cappadocia, lasting approximately 1 Hour

Overnight in Cappadocia.

- Early Morning -
OPTIONAL TOUR: CAPPADOCIA HOT AIR BALLOON FLIGHT
This morning, you have the choice to take a Hot Air Balloon Ride over one of the most iconic locations on earth.  Float over the rocky landscapes of Cappadocia and enjoy the early sunrise. This activity is renowned in Cappadocia and definitely worth considering. Please note that this activity comes at an additional charge.

North Cappadocia Tour
You will be picked up for your day tour in the morning, which will include Monks Valley so named because of monks who sought refuge in the 4th century, and Avanos Village. Since the Hittite period, this town has been making its beautiful red clay pottery. Esentepe Panorama with haunting views like no other.Goreme Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley, and also the Three Beauties, a sculpted rock formation created by the winds of time.

The tour finishes around early afternoon when you will be picked up and taken back to your hotel.

- Evening -  
OPTIONAL TOUR: TURKISH NIGHT SHOW & DINNER.
An authentic performance in a huge cave; you will be picked up at 19:30 and experience wonderful Turkish entertainment. Delicious Traditional dinner with lamb, mezes (Turkish dips with pita), fruits, and unlimited alcoholic or soft drinks during the show! This will end around midnight.

Overnight stay in Cappadocia

Your South Cappadocia Tour will introduce you to amazing sites such as,

Love Valley, Red Valley and Rose Valley where the colours of the rocks come alive at sunrise and sunset. The Underground City built by the Phrygians between the 8th and 7th century BCE, hollowed out from the rock itself in some areas is 10 layers deep. You will also visit Pigeon Valley, famed for the thousands of birdhouses carved from these beautiful rocks.

Meskendir Valley and the Cavusin Valley are both ideal walking trails with some shady parts great for the hottest time of day and Uchisar Castle Panorama, one of the highest points of Cappadocia with houses hollowed out of the mountainside endlessly, stretched before us.

The tour will finish in the evening when you will be taken to your accommodation.

Overnight stay in Cappadocia. 

Flight from Cappadocia to your Next Destination
In the morning on the last day of your tour in Cappadocia, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the airport for your return journey to either  Istanbul or Izmir.

The tour ends in Istanbul or Izmir. If you have any inquiries about further tours or travel in Turkey, Farout is here and happy to help!