2-Day Antalya & Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul with Flights
2 daysAntalya, PamukkaleGroup tourDaily departures
Package prices
Per person, two sharing a room.
- Direct operator priceBooked directly with us. We run the tour, so there is no commission on top.
- Guaranteed daily departuresYour dates run even if nobody else books.
Your route
1 stop · 1 night
- Starts and ends in IstanbulDay 1 of the itinerary says how you are met
- Full daysSightseeing from morning to late afternoon on most days; an early alarm is normal.
- Moderate walkingTwo to three hours on foot on sightseeing days, with steps and uneven ground at ancient sites.
- Antalya waterfalls and Old TownCoastal scenery and historic streets
- Boat ride includedViews from the Mediterranean
- 1 night in AntalyaBreakfast before Pamukkale
- Hotel options3 hotel classes on the same route, priced side by side
- Guided in EnglishAlso in Spanish and Italian on private tours.
Overview
See Antalya from the coast and Pamukkale from its white terraces. Spend one night in Antalya between two guided days, with Istanbul flights included. Show more overviewShow less
Start with Antalya's waterfalls: Duden's green park and the cliffside falls at Karpuzkaldiran. Walk through Kaleici's old streets and take a harbour boat ride when weather allows. Your hotel transfer follows the city tour, leaving the evening free.
Have breakfast before the early drive to Pamukkale on day 2. Explore the white mineral terraces and ancient Hierapolis with a guide. Swimming at Cleopatra Pool costs extra and depends on access and available time.
After sightseeing, continue to Denizli Airport for your Istanbul flight and hotel transfer. There is no drive back to Antalya. Both flights, guides, listed entry fees, transfers and two lunches are included.
The 4-day route with Ephesus adds a free coastal day. The 6-day Istanbul, Antalya and Pamukkale package also includes time in Istanbul.
Antalya’s coast and Pamukkale in 2 days
- Waterfalls, Old Town and a boat rideSpend your first day exploring Antalya by land and from the water.
- An Antalya hotel night with breakfastHave breakfast before the road journey to Pamukkale.
- Return to Istanbul from DenizliContinue from the terraces to the airport without returning to Antalya.
Itinerary
2 days · 1 night in 1 place
View the route map1 stop · 1 night
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Day 1: Fly to Antalya: Waterfalls, Kaleici & Boat Ride
See Antalya from its historic lanes and the Mediterranean.Overnight: Antalya · 1 nightMeals: LunchIncluded today
- Overnight: Antalya · 1 night
- Meals: Lunch
- Flights: Flight to Antalya
- Transport: Panoramic boat ride · Tour and airport transfers
- Guide: Licensed guide
- Sightseeing: Entrance fees
Schedule
- Early morningIstanbul hotel pickup
Your driver takes you to the airport for the flight to Antalya.
Pickup time follows your booked flight.
- MorningFly to the Mediterranean coast
The included flight to Antalya takes about 75 minutes.
Flight times vary by season and availability.
- After landingMeet your driver in Antalya
Travel from arrivals to the meeting point for the city tour.
Meeting time follows your flight’s actual arrival.
- 10:30Waterfalls and Antalya city tour
Explore the waterfalls and Old Town with your guide, then see the coastline on a panoramic boat ride.
Places you’ll visit
- Duden Waterfall
- Karpuzkaldiran Waterfall
- Kaleici Old Town
- Panoramic boat ride
About these 4 places
- Duden Waterfall
- Follow the water through Duden’s green park, where paths bring you close to the waterfall and its leafy surroundings.
- Karpuzkaldiran Waterfall
- Watch the Lower Duden waterfall plunge from the coastal cliffs into the Mediterranean.
- Kaleici Old Town
- Walk through Kaleici’s narrow streets, past historic houses towards the old harbour at the heart of Antalya.
- Panoramic boat ride
- See Antalya’s harbour and coastline from the water on the panoramic boat ride included in your city tour.
- 17:00Transfer to your Antalya hotel
The tour transfer brings you to the hotel; spend the evening as you wish.
Approximate end of the guided city tour.
Day 2: Pamukkale, Hierapolis & Flight from Denizli
Walk beside white travertines and explore the ancient city above them.Meals: Breakfast and lunchIncluded today
- Meals: Breakfast and lunch
- Flights: Return flight to Istanbul
- Transport: Road and airport transfers
- Guide: Licensed guide
- Sightseeing: Entrance fees
Schedule
- 06:30Leave Antalya after breakfast
Check out with your bags for the journey to Pamukkale, which takes about four hours.
- 10:30–15:00Guided Pamukkale and Hierapolis visits
Explore the white terraces and ancient ruins with your guide. Sightseeing ends around 15:00.
Approximate guided sightseeing hours.
Places you’ll visit
- Pamukkale’s white terraces
- Hierapolis
- Cleopatra Antique Pool
About these 3 places
- Pamukkale’s white terraces
- See the stepped white formations left by mineral-rich water and walk barefoot on the permitted terrace path.
- Hierapolis
- Explore the ancient streets and Roman remains of the city built beside the hot springs.
- Cleopatra Antique Pool
- Swimming in the thermal pool is optional and costs extra. Ask your guide about access and the time available during your visit.
- After sightseeingTransfer to Denizli Airport
Travel from the Pamukkale tour area to Denizli Airport. The journey takes about one hour.
Transfer time follows your booked flight.
- EveningFly back to Istanbul
Your included return flight takes about 75 minutes.
Flight times vary; your return may use a different airport in Istanbul.
- After landingArrive in Istanbul and meet your transfer
Your driver meets you at arrivals for the final transfer to your Istanbul hotel.
Hotel arrival depends on your flight, baggage collection and road transfer.
Take this itinerary with you.The full day-by-day plan as a PDF, by email or straight to your device.
What's included
Included in your package4
Flights and transport
- Istanbul–Antalya and Denizli–Istanbul flights
- 15 kg checked and 8 kg cabin baggage per person on each flight
- Airport meetings, hotel transfers and transport for the itinerary
- Antalya–Pamukkale road journey and Denizli Airport transfer
Tours and entry
- Guided Antalya city tour with waterfalls and Kaleici
- Panoramic boat ride
- Guided Pamukkale and Hierapolis visits
- Professional guides and entrance fees for the listed sights
Hotel and meals
- One Antalya hotel night with breakfast
- Lunch on both days
- Local taxes and service fees
Not included4
- Swimming fee at Cleopatra Antique Pool
- Breakfast on day 1
- Dinners and drinks
- Personal spending
Hotel classes
Compare the hotel options for this route. Each price is for the whole package, per person.
Azuu Boutique Hotel1 / 3Standard Class
Budget
€467per person- Double or twin room
- €467
- Single room
- €586
- Triple room
- €436
Per person, for the whole package. Prices move with the departure date; these are this week’s lowest.
Mediterra Art Hotel1 / 3Middle Class
Comfort
€516per person- Double or twin room
- €516
- Single room
- €684
- Triple room
- €471
Per person, for the whole package. Prices move with the departure date; these are this week’s lowest.
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Antalya1 / 2High Class
Luxury
€607per person- Double or twin room
- €607
- Single room
- €781
- Triple room
- €547
Per person, for the whole package. Prices move with the departure date; these are this week’s lowest.
Compare packages
Add Ephesus and a free Antalya day, or choose a longer Istanbul and coast stay with a different sightseeing route.
Swipe across to compare packages.
| Comparison | This tour2-Day Antalya & Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul with FlightsA quick coast-and-terraces trip with flights from Istanbul. | 4-Day Antalya, Pamukkale & Ephesus Tour from Istanbul with FlightsKeep both sightseeing days and add Ephesus plus time by the coast. | 6-Day Istanbul & Antalya Tour with Flights and Coastal StaySpend time in Istanbul and Antalya with a free coastal day. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 2 days | 4 days | 6 days |
| Antalya city tour and boat (the same in every package) | Included | Included | Included |
| Pamukkale and Hierapolis | Included | Included | Not on this itinerary |
| Ephesus | Not on this itinerary | Included | Not on this itinerary |
| Free Antalya day | No full free day | Included | Included |
| Hotel nights | 1 in Antalya | 3: Antalya and Kusadasi | 5: Istanbul and Antalya |
| From price | €467per person | €731per person | €704per person |
| View tour: 4-Day Antalya, Pamukkale & Ephesus Tour from Istanbul with Flights | View tour: 6-Day Istanbul & Antalya Tour with Flights and Coastal Stay |
Rows set in grey are the same in every package; the rows in black are what separates them.
Include Istanbul and more coastal time?
6-Day Istanbul, Antalya & Pamukkale Tour with FlightsThis six-day route combines Istanbul sightseeing, Antalya, a free coastal day and a Pamukkale stay.
Good to know
A few details for your coast-to-Pamukkale trip.
Please note
- Breakfast is included before the 06:30 Pamukkale pickup on day 2.
- Check out with your luggage: the tour continues to Denizli Airport after Pamukkale.
- Carry a bag for your shoes on the barefoot terrace path.
- Bring swimwear and a towel if you want to pay for a swim at Cleopatra Pool.
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- Wear comfortable shoes for the city streets and ancient-site paths.
- The boat ride operates when weather conditions allow.
- Extra flight baggage can be added during online check-in.
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun protection
- A bag for your shoes
- Swimwear and towel for optional swimming
- Your passport (hotels and domestic flights ask for it)
Cancellation
How much comes back depends on how early you let us know: we count the days from your written cancellation to your first booked service.
- More than 90 days75% back
- 61 to 90 days70% back
- 31 to 60 days60% back
- 16 to 30 days30% back
- 0 to 15 days, or no showNo refund
Non-refundable flights, hotels or activity tickets in your booking are charged on top of these amounts.
Read the full cancellation policyQuestions travellers ask
Is the Antalya boat ride part of the package?
Yes, the panoramic boat ride is included in the first day’s city tour, along with the waterfalls and Kaleici visits. It operates when weather conditions allow.
Do I pay extra at Cleopatra Pool?
Swimming costs extra and is paid for at the site. Ask your guide about access and whether there is time to swim during your visit.
Do we return to Antalya after Pamukkale?
The trip continues to Denizli Airport for your flight to Istanbul. Bring your luggage when checking out of the Antalya hotel on day 2.
Which languages and tour types is this tour available in?
| Guide language | Group tour | Private tour |
|---|---|---|
| English | Available | Available |
| Spanish | Not offered | Available |
| Italian | Not offered | Available |
Pick the combination that suits you when you check availability.
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