Istanbul, Bursa & Ephesus Tour – 6 Days / 5 Nights

Tour Overview

6-Day Istanbul, Bursa and Ephesus Tour with Domestic Flights

This 6-day Istanbul, Bursa and Ephesus tour starts in Istanbul with an airport meet-and-greet and a private transfer to your hotel. You spend five nights on two bases: three in Sultanahmet, then two in Kuşadası on the Aegean coast after a domestic flight to İzmir.

Day 2 covers Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, Topkapı Palace and the Grand Bazaar. Day 3 crosses the Marmara Sea by ferry to Bursa and rides the Uludağ cable car. On Day 5 you see the House of the Virgin Mary, the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre and the Temple of Artemis. The flights are included, so the Aegean leg is a short hop to İzmir, not a long road transfer.

It suits first-time visitors, couples and families. The tours on Days 2, 3 and 5 are shared with an English-speaking guide; a private tour is priced on request. The price includes 4★ hotels (or similar) with breakfast, domestic flights, airport transfers, lunch on tour days and the Ephesus entrances; Istanbul museum fees are paid on-site. Read our Ephesus from Istanbul guide, browse the Ephesus and Pamukkale tour packages, or see the 7-day Ephesus & Pamukkale tour with Istanbul.

Highlights

• Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar
• Bursa by ferry and Uludağ cable car
• Domestic flights to İzmir included
• House of the Virgin Mary
• Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre
• Two nights in Kuşadası by the sea

Quick facts

• Best time to visit: April–May and September–October; Ephesus has little shade in summer.
• The Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and Topkapı Palace on Tuesdays.
• Optional extras: Bosphorus dinner cruise or a 5★ hotel upgrade, on request.

Places Along the Route

Why Choose This Istanbul, Bursa & Ephesus Tour?

Ephesus is a short flight away here, not a long drive: three nights in Sultanahmet, a Bursa day with the Uludağ cable car, then two nights in Kuşadası, with the İzmir flights already included.

• A flight instead of a road transfer — The Istanbul–İzmir flight on Day 4 and the flight back on Day 6 are included, with a private transfer of about one hour between İzmir Airport and Kuşadası.
• Bursa between the two cities — Day 3 crosses the Sea of Marmara by ferry to Bursa, the first Ottoman capital, and rides the Uludağ cable car; both tickets and lunch are included.
• Ephesus with the Virgin Mary's House — Day 5 begins at the House of the Virgin Mary, then walks through Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to the Temple of Artemis column; the Terrace Houses ticket is not included.
• Shared tours with lunch — The tours on Days 2, 3 and 5 are shared, led by a licensed English-speaking guide with lunch on tour days, and the Ephesus group is limited to 20 guests.
• Two nights by the Aegean — Kuşadası's 4★ hotel (or similar) gives you a free arrival afternoon for the seafront promenade and harbour before the Ephesus day.
• Licensed local agency — TÜRSAB A-group licence #18154, Istanbul-based, rated 5.0 on Google (15 reviews), free cancellation up to 15 days before the start date.

Optional Upgrades

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Cancellation Policy

• For a full refund, cancel up to 15 days before the start date.
• If you cancel less than 15 days before, the amount paid is non-refundable.
• Changes made less than 15 days before the start date cannot be accepted.
• If the tour is cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
• Domestic flight tickets are issued after the balance payment and are non-refundable once issued.

Plan Your Ephesus Trip

Good to Know

Hagia Sophia and Closing Days

Hagia Sophia is a working mosque, so visits are limited at prayer times and around Friday midday. Topkapı Palace is closed on Tuesdays and the Grand Bazaar on Sundays; we check your dates when we confirm your booking.

Summer Heat at Ephesus

Ephesus has almost no shade. In summer bring a hat, sunscreen and water, and wear flat, non-slip shoes for the marble street.

Baggage on Domestic Flights

Domestic flights allow about 15 kg of checked baggage plus 8 kg of cabin baggage per person; the exact allowance depends on the airline and can change. We recommend packing a small overnight bag for flight days.

Pick-up Times

Your exact pick-up time is confirmed with you the day before each tour.

Hotel Check-in & Check-out

Standard hotel check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is until 12:00. Early check-in or late check-out depends on availability; ask us and we will request it.

Dietary Requirements

Halal and vegetarian options are available. Please tell us about any dietary needs when you book.

What to Wear

Please dress modestly when visiting mosques and religious sites: shoulders and knees covered, and a scarf for women. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended on every tour.

Cancellation Policy

• For a full refund, cancel up to 15 days before the start date.
• If you cancel less than 15 days before, the amount paid is non-refundable.
• Changes made less than 15 days before the start date cannot be accepted.
• If the tour is cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
• Domestic flight tickets are issued after the balance payment and are non-refundable once issued.

Payment

Reserve now, pay later (no credit card required). A 30% deposit secures your booking after we confirm availability; the balance is due 15 days before the start date.