5-Day Cappadocia and Antalya Tour from Istanbul with Flights

Early in the morning, you will be picked up from your Istanbul hotel and transferred to the airport for your domestic flight to Kayseri or Nevsehir in Capadócia. Upon arrival, your professional guide will meet you and the North Cappadocia Tour (Red Tour) begins.

Your first stop is Vale Devrent (Imagination Valley), famous for its surreal lunar-like rock formations that resemble animals and shapes. Continue to Pasabag (Monks Valley), home to some of the most striking fairy chimneys in the region, including mushroom-shaped pillars once used as hermit dwellings.

Next, visit the pottery town of Avanos, where you can watch artisans craft traditional Cappadocian ceramics using clay from the Red River. Enjoy a delicious lunch em um restaurante local.

After lunch, explore Museu ao ar livre de Zelve, one of the oldest settlements in Cappadocia with rock-carved churches, tunnels, and dwellings. Conclude the day with a visit to Castelo de Uchisar, the highest point in Cappadocia, offering panoramic views across the valleys.

Transfer to your cave hotel for check-in and enjoy the rest of your evening at leisure.

Overnight in Capadócia.

Wake up early for an optional passeio de balão de ar quente over the magical Cappadocian landscape at sunrise (available at additional cost, reservation required in advance). Watch the fairy chimneys, valleys, and vineyards from above as dozens of colorful balloons fill the sky.

After breakfast at your cave hotel, the South Cappadocia Tour (Yellow Tour) begins. Start with a scenic hike through the Red Valley and Gulludere Valley, known for their vibrant red and pink rock formations carved by centuries of erosion.

Continue to the old Greek village of Cavusin, where you can explore ancient rock-cut churches and enjoy panoramic views. Next, visit Vale dos Pombos, named after the thousands of pigeon houses carved into the cliffs.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before descending into one of Cappadocia’s fascinating Underground Cities, an ancient multi-level subterranean complex used as refuge by early Christians.

Conclude the day with a visit to Ortahisar Castle, a massive rock fortress offering stunning views of the surrounding valleys and orchards.

Return to your cave hotel for the evening at leisure.

Overnight in Capadócia.

After breakfast at your cave hotel, check out and transfer to the airport for your domestic flight from Cappadocia to Antália (via Istanbul if no direct flight is available).

Upon arrival at Antalya Airport, you will be met and transferred to your boutique hotel in the charming old town of Kaleici (Antalya Old Town).

The rest of the day is free for you to explore Antalya at your own pace. Stroll through the narrow cobblestone streets of Kaleici, visit the iconic Portão de Adriano, relax at the picturesque old harbor, or enjoy the stunning views from the cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

Overnight in Antália.

Today is yours to enjoy at your own pace. After a leisurely breakfast at your boutique hotel, you have the entire day free to explore the enchanting city of Antália.

Stroll through the narrow cobblestone streets of Kaleiçi (Old Town), where Ottoman-era houses line the ancient harbor. Visit the iconic Portão de Adriano, a beautifully preserved Roman triumphal arch, or relax by the picturesque old marina.

For nature lovers, a visit to the stunning Düden Waterfalls is highly recommended — watch the cascading water plunge dramatically into the Mediterranean Sea. You can also spend the afternoon at one of Antalya’s famous Konyaaltı ou Lara beaches.

Explore the Museu de Antalya, one of Turkey’s finest archaeological museums, or simply enjoy the vibrant café culture and local cuisine in the old town. Overnight stay in Antalya.

After breakfast, check out from your Antalya hotel and begin your final day of exploration along the stunning Turkish Riviera. Your first stop is Cidade Antiga de Perge, one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman cities in Anatolia. Walk through its magnificent colonnaded street, grand stadium, and ornate Roman baths.

Next, visit the legendary Teatro Aspendos, widely regarded as the best-preserved ancient theatre in the world. Built in the 2nd century AD, its remarkable acoustics and towering stage wall continue to impress visitors from around the globe.

Continue to the charming coastal town of Lado, where ancient ruins meet golden beaches. Explore the Templo de Apolo perched on the waterfront, stroll through the old town, and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant (included).

Your final stop is the breathtaking Kursunlu Waterfall, a hidden gem nestled in a lush pine forest. Walk along the scenic trails and admire the cascading turquoise waters flowing into natural pools.

In the evening, transfer to Aeroporto de Antalya para o seu voo de volta para Istambul, arriving at approximately 21:30. End of the tour.

This tour can be extended or customized. Contact us for tailor-made options.