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Self Drive Ephesus to Antalya

  • 6 days / 5 nights
  • Izmir → Ephesus → Aphrodisias → Pamukkale → Antalya
  • Self Drive Tour
  • Library of Celsus - Ephesus
    Library of Celsus - Ephesus
  • Aphrodisias Ancient City
    Aphrodisias Ancient City
  • Pamukkale Travertines
    Pamukkale Travertines
  • Perge Ancient City
    Perge Ancient City

An Introduction to Your Journey

Explore Izmir, Ephesus, Aphrodisias, Pamukkale and Antalya on a self-drive journey by rental car. Follow a suggested itinerary at your own pace, with time for the places and experiences that interest you. We can help tailor the route, overnight stops and travel arrangements before your trip.

Your Route Through Turkey

Route map for Self Drive Ephesus to Antalya: Izmir → Ephesus → Aphrodisias → Pamukkale → Antalya

Route overview showing main destinations and travel connections.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  1. We will deliver your car at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport, which is an hour away from Ephesus Ancient City. Drive to Selcuk first and explore the House of The Virgin Mary before continuing to the Cathedral of Saint John and the Isabey Mosque nearby. Drive to the Old Greek Village of Sirince for overnight.

  2. After enjoying a peaceful breakfast at your hotel, drive to the ancient city of Ephesus and rest underneath the pine trees in the end. Continue to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Artemis Temple, which is very close to Ephesus. The Museum of Selcuk is a must to complement your visit to the ancient city and shop around Selcuk town before going back to Sirince village for overnight.

  3. Leave your hotel early in the morning to appreciate the whole ancient city of Aphrodisias, which is the most well-preserved one in Turkey. Don’t forget to visit the Museum located in Aphrodisias and continue to Pamukkale – Hierapolis ancient city after lunch. Start exploring the ruins and take a break by the pool of Cleopatra or swim there. Walk over the world-famous white travertines of Pamukkale before checking in to your hotel there right across the white travertines.

  4. After having breakfast with Pamukkale's spectacular views, drive to Antalya and visit Termessos ancient city before entering the city. Continue to the Archaeology Museum of Antalya before checking in your hotel located in the old city of Antalya, Kaleici.

  5. You can spend your day exploring the other ancient cities located in the east of Antalya, such as Perge or Side. Theater of Aspendos is a must while you are there, and try Gozleme in a local restaurant near the ancient theater. Rest in one of the natural parks by Antalya's waterfalls or spend the whole day on the beach. Overnight in Antalya.

  6. Drive to Antalya airport to drop your car and take a flight to your next destination or back home.

Planning Your Trip: Common Questions

Yes. These are sample self-drive itineraries. Tell us your interests, preferred pace and available travel dates so we can discuss changes to the route, overnight stops and experiences.

You drive the rental car yourselves. A driver or accompanying guide is not part of the self-drive experience. If you would like a local guide at selected sites, we can discuss arranging that separately.

We will confirm the proposed rental-car arrangements, accommodation and any additional services in your personalised itinerary and quotation. Vehicle terms, insurance, fuel, parking, tolls and entrance fees should be reviewed with the agreed inclusions before booking.

Tell us your arrival and departure plans and your preferred collection and return locations. We will review the route with you and confirm the proposed arrangements and rental requirements before you book.

Plan your trip

Let's Talk About Your Trip

Self Drive Ephesus to Antalya

Tell us when you would like to travel, who is joining you and what you enjoy. We will help shape a self-drive route around your interests and preferred pace, and discuss the car, accommodation and other travel arrangements with you.

The Team You'll Plan Your Trip With

  • Erkan Dülger
    Erkan DülgerManaging Partner
  • Kadir Akın
    Kadir AkınManaging Partner
  • Ali Can Yüce
    Ali Can YüceTravel Consultant
  • Gülşah Akın
    Gülşah AkınTravel Consultant
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