Istanbul to Izmir Tours
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10 best Istanbul to Izmir tour packages
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- Istanbul to Ephesus - 8 days
- Historical Turkey: Istanbul, Cappadocia, and Ephesus (Private Tailored)
- Geluxe: Turkey: Istanbul, Ephesus & Cappadocia
- 3-Day tour of Cappadocia and Ephesus by Air from Istanbul
- Highlights of western Turkey
- Western Turkey Highlights
5 Days - Western Turkey Explorer
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“From the start when I booked the tour, Karem reached out to me and kept me updated of all the details.”
Danielle, traveled in December
Historic sites unfold from Istanbul's Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, through Çanakkale and Pergamum to Izmir. Visit ANZAC battlefields, ancient Troy, and Ephesus along the western Turkish coast. The tour ends at Izmir Airport after exploring the House of Virgin Mary.
Duration 5 days Destinations Istanbul, Çanakkale, Pergamum, Kusadasi, Izmir Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operator Tour Altinkum Travel From $1,846
20% Off- NZ$1,477You save $369
Ancient wonders await at Istanbul's Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace before flying to Izmir. The path winds through Pergamum, Thyatira, and Sardis before concluding in Izmir after visiting Ephesus's magnificent ruins and St. John's Basilica.
Duration 6 days Destinations Istanbul, Izmir, Pergamum, Sardis, Ephesus Archaeological Museum, Kusadasi Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Guide of Ephesus From
20% Off- NZ$3,354
From Istanbul's Hagia Sophia to Izmir, this route encompasses seven ancient churches. Eight historical cities unfold via domestic flights, including stops at Pergamum's Acropolis and Ephesus' marble streets.
Duration 6 days Destinations Istanbul, Izmir, Pergamum, Akhisar, Alasehir, Pamukkale, Selcuk, Kusadasi Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operator Tour Altinkum Travel From $2,774
20% Off- NZ$2,219You save $554
Your Turkish adventure starts at Istanbul's Süleymaniye Mosque and Grand Bazaar, continues through Ankara and Cappadocia's fairy chimneys, visits Pamukkale's thermal pools and Ephesus's ancient ruins, before reaching coastal Izmir.
Duration 9 days Destinations Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus Archaeological Museum, Izmir Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Euroriente Travel From
20% Off- NZ$1,082
Istanbul's Topkapi Palace and Blue Mosque mark the starting point, followed by stops in Ankara and Cappadocia en route to Izmir. Marvel at Pamukkale's white terraces and ancient Ephesus before ending in Izmir, covering 1,200km of Turkey's most fascinating sites.
Duration 8 days Destinations Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale, Izmir, Ephesus Archaeological Museum, Sirince Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $4,075
15% Off- NZ$3,464You save $611
Historical Turkey: Istanbul, Cappadocia, and Ephesus (Private Tailored)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was well organised and well communicated. The tour covered everything we expected and more.”
Cath, traveled in September
Seven enriching days connect Istanbul's historic peninsula to coastal Izmir. Tour Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia before flying to Cappadocia's fairy chimneys. Your final stops include Ephesus's Roman ruins and the seaside charm of Kusadasi before reaching Izmir.
Duration 7 days Destinations Istanbul, Cappadocia, Izmir, Ephesus Archaeological Museum Age Range 1 to 85 year olds Operator Odynovo From
15% Off- NZ$5,838
Istanbul's Hagia Sofia and Blue Mosque start your adventure, followed by a flight to Cappadocia for fairy chimneys and underground cities. The route leads to Şirince village and ancient Ephesus before concluding in coastal Izmir. Covers 1,500 km through Turkey's diverse landscapes via domestic flights.
Duration 7 days Destinations Istanbul, Cappadocia, Sirince, Ephesus Archaeological Museum, Izmir Age Range 18 to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures From $5,239
25% Off- NZ$3,929You save $1,309
A morning flight from Istanbul takes you to Cappadocia, where Rose Valley and Ortahisar Castle await. The route continues to Izmir via Kayseri Airport, concluding with visits to Ephesus ruins and House of Virgin Mary.
Duration 3 days Destinations Istanbul, Goreme, Avanos, Pasabag, Cavusin, Ortahisar, Kaymakli, Izmir, Selcuk Age Range up to 75 year olds Operator Neon Tours From
25% Off- NZ$2,365
Setting out from Istanbul's historic Hippodrome and Hagia Sophia, the route winds through western Turkey visiting Bursa's Silk Bazaar, ancient Troy, and coastal Ayvalik before reaching Izmir. Ferry across the Sea of Marmara and explore 9 diverse cities.
Duration 9 days Destinations Istanbul, Bursa, Troy, Ayvalik, Pergamum, Ephesus Archaeological Museum, Kusadasi, Pamukkale, Izmir Operated in Only: German Operator Gebeco From
25% Off- NZ$3,226
The grand tour starts at Istanbul's Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, winds through Bursa's silk bazaar and Troy's ancient ruins. The route includes Pergamon's Acropolis and Ephesus' marble streets before concluding in Izmir, covering 11 historical cities over 8 days.
Duration 8 days Destinations Istanbul, Bursa, Bandirma, Troy, Ayvalik, Pergamum, Izmir, Sardis, Kusadasi, Ephesus Archaeological MuseumSee all destinations Age Range up to 85 year olds Operated in Only: German Operator SKR Reisen From
25% Off- NZ$3,424Incl: Return flight (Frankfurt Intl Airport)
What our customers ask about Istanbul to Izmir Tours
What would be an example itinerary between Istanbul and Izmir?
A practical 7-day route starts in Istanbul with 2 days at sites like the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque while staying at the Yigitalp Hotel. The journey continues to Cappadocia for 2 days of exploring underground cities and the Goreme Open Air Museum with nights at the Dinler Urgup. Next comes Pamukkale's calcium terraces staying at Richmond Thermal followed by Izmir/Kusadasi to see ancient Ephesus. A TourRadar review states: "This is an excellent tour if you're limited to a week. You see the essential highlights of Turkey at a pace that's just right from Istanbul's historical center to Cappadocia's rock formations and Ephesus's ancient ruins."
What can I expect to pay for a typical Istanbul to Izmir tour?
Tour prices range from $470 to $1410 per day. A 3-day basic tour starts at $1410 while a full 10-day experience costs around $2695. These rates cover quality hotels like Kaya Prestige in Izmir and Perissia Hotel in Cappadocia plus entrance fees guided tours and most meals. According to a TourRadar traveler: "It was a nice trip overall with excellent value and the hotels were better than 4-star in some cities."
What is the average tour length for trips from Istanbul to Izmir?
Most tours run between 3 and 10 days with 3-5 day trips being most common. The routes typically include time in Cappadocia staying at unique properties like the Perissia Hotel plus visits to Pamukkale's terraces. Tours usually feature stops at Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary near Selçuk. One TourRadar traveler noted: "Even though we were the only guests on the April departure the company proceeded with the tour and provided an amazing experience with our guide Sabel who was super friendly and informative."
What is the average distance covered during an Istanbul to Izmir tour?
Tours typically cover 450-700 kilometers depending on the chosen route. The standard path includes 450km from Istanbul to Ankara followed by 290km to Cappadocia then 610km to Pamukkale and finally 200km to Ephesus before reaching Izmir. A TourRadar traveler shared: "There were some days with long drives but the car was so comfortable that we hardly felt the time go by especially with our excellent driver Mustafa making the journey enjoyable."
What's the most common destinations to visit between Istanbul to Izmir?
Key stops include Cappadocia known for fairy chimneys and underground cities Pamukkale with its white terraces Ephesus ancient city and Pergamum's acropolis. Accommodations feature hotels like Richmond Pamukkale Thermal and Ramada Plaza in Izmir. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The diversity both culturally and geographically of crossing the country was amazing. Istanbul's teeming city life Cappadocia's quiet sanctity and Ephesus's remarkable ruins made for an incredible journey."
What is the average price I can expect to pay for an Istanbul to Izmir tour?
Tour prices typically range from $660 to $3986 per person with most falling between $1500-2000. This covers 4-5 star hotels like Ramada Plaza Istanbul and Richmond Pamukkale guided tours some meals and domestic transportation. One TourRadar traveler shared: "It was a tour worth every penny we paid with comfortable accommodations and reliable transportation throughout the journey. The guides were knowledgeable and the experiences were unforgettable."