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1Fly to Kayseri/Nevşehir from Istanbul
You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul in the afternoon or evening—depending on flight availability—and transferred to the airport for your domestic flight to either Kayseri or Nevşehir. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Cappadocia. After check-in, enjoy a relaxing evening in this enchanting region. Overnight in Cappadocia.
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2Full Day Cappadocia Tour – Fly Back to Istanbul
Optional: Begin your day with an early morning Hot Air Balloon Ride (available at an additional cost) for breathtaking aerial views of Cappadocia’s surreal landscape. If you opt out, enjoy breakfast at your hotel before beginning your full-day guided tour.
After breakfast and hotel check-out, you will be picked up around 9:30 AM to start your Cappadocia adventure. Your first stop is Devrent Valley, known for its whimsical rock formations and fairy chimneys shaped by nature.
Continue to Avanos, a historic town famous for its pottery tradition dating back to 3000 BC. Visit a local pottery workshop where artisans shape red clay from the Kızılırmak (Red River) into exquisite pieces.
Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant before heading to the Zelve Open-Air Museum, once a thriving monastic settlement carved directly into the rocks.
Next, visit Uçhisar, where you’ll admire panoramic views from the base of Uçhisar Castle, the highest point in Cappadocia. While entry is not permitted, the surrounding area offers spectacular photo opportunities.
Conclude your tour with a visit to the Kaymaklı Underground City, one of the most extensive and intriguing underground cities in the region, where early Christians found shelter during times of persecution.
At approximately 4:00 PM, you’ll be transferred to Kayseri or Nevşehir Airport for your return flight to Istanbul. Flight times typically range between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM, depending on availability.
Note: Airport-to-hotel transfer service in Istanbul is not included in the tour package.
1-Night / 1-Day Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul by Air
1 DayDetailed Itinerary
INCLUDED in the Tour Price:
- Hotel pick-up and transfer to Istanbul Airport (available only for hotels located on the European side)
- Round-trip domestic flights between Istanbul and Kayseri/Nevşehir
- 1 night accommodation in Cappadocia at a cave hotel with breakfast
- Professional licensed English-speaking guide during the guided tours
- Meals as specified in the itinerary: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
- Local taxes and service charges
NOT INCLUDED:
- Transfer service from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to your hotel upon return
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride (available at an additional cost)
- Optional tours mentioned in the itinerary (available at an additional cost)
- Services not explicitly mentioned in the program
- Dinners and all drinks
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
Important notes
- The order of the itinerary is subject to change due to flight availability or local conditions; however, all visits mentioned in the itinerary will be maintained.
- This tour must be booked at least 3 days in advance.
- The tour itself is private, including a private car and private English-speaking guide during the sightseeing activities.
- However, airport transfers and domestic flights are operated on a shared basis. If you require private transfers, they are available at an additional cost. Please notify us in advance.
- The Cappadocia hot air balloon ride is a shared tour and operates under the supervision of the local civil aviation authority. It is weather-dependent, and the final decision for flight clearance is made at the last minute to ensure passenger safety. If your pre-booked balloon ride is canceled due to adverse weather, you will receive a full refund of EUR 360.00.
- Return flights from Kayseri/Nevşehir to Istanbul generally arrive between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM. If you plan to catch an international flight the same evening, it is strongly recommended to book your flight after 1:30 AM to allow sufficient time for transfer and check-in.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How can I make an online reservation?
After reviewing the detailed tour itinerary, you can make an online reservation by following these steps:
- Select Your Tour Details:
- Go to the tour itinerary page.
- On the right side of the page, find the online booking form.
- Select the number of travelers and your desired tour start date.
- Choose Extra Options (Add-Ons):
- Proceed to the next step to view available add-ons.
- Choose any extra options you wish to include in your tour package.
- Provide Your Information & Passenger Details:
- Continue to the checkout page.
- Fill in the required personal details (name, email, phone number, etc.).
- Enter the passenger information using valid passport details.
- Click “Place Order” to submit the form and complete your reservation request.
- Enter Your Visa or MasterCard Credit Card Information
- Please enter a valid Visa or MasterCard to complete your booking.
- The credit card used for payment must belong to one of the travelers who will be participating in the tour. This is required for verification and security purposes.
- Once the required 30% deposit is charged to your credit card, your tour reservation will be confirmed via email within 24 hours.
- The remaining 70% balance must be paid in cash to our representative on the day you arrive in Istanbul. You will receive a receipt upon payment. If you prefer to pay the remaining balance by credit card, a 5% bank processing fee will be added to cover transaction costs.
How can we make payment?
Deposit Payment
- A 30% deposit is required for most tours in Turkey to guarantee your reservation.
- For some special tours, full payment may be requested at the time of booking.
- The 30% deposit is collected when booking online.
- Once the deposit is received, your reservation is confirmed and secured.
Remaining Balance Payment
- The remaining 70% balance is paid upon arrival in Istanbul. However, if your tour starts in a different city, the payment can be made to our local representative in that city at the start of your tour.
- You may pay the remaining balance in cash, in either Euros (EUR) or US Dollars (USD).
- If you choose to pay in USD, the amount will be calculated based on the Euro-to-USD exchange rate on the day of payment.
- Due to daily exchange rate fluctuations, the exact USD amount cannot be provided in advance.
- If you pay in Euros, no conversion is needed and the listed balance amount will apply directly.
Credit Card Payment Option
- Alternatively, the remaining balance can be paid using a Visa or MasterCard credit card.
- All credit card payments are processed in Euros (EUR) by One Nation Travel.
- If your card account is in another currency, your bank may charge a currency conversion fee.
- A 5% bank processing fee will also be added to credit card transactions for the remaining balance.
When will I receive confirmation after making a reservation?
Once your online reservation is received and the specified 30% deposit is charged to your credit card, your domestic flight tickets will be confirmed. You will receive an email confirmation, including all the details, within 2-3 days.
Can I customize the tour itinerary?
Yes, the tour can be customized to fit your preferences. Please contact us in advance if you have specific requests or changes you’d like to make to the itinerary. Some changes may be subject to an additional fee.
What is the luggage allowance for domestic flights during the tour?
On domestic flights in Turkey, the luggage allowance is 15 kg (33 lbs) per person for checked baggage. For carry-on luggage, you are allowed one piece weighing up to 8 kg (17.6 lbs) per person. If your total luggage weight per person is within these limits, you should be fine.
Please note that any excess luggage weight over 15 kg for checked baggage will incur additional charges by the airlines. These extra charges are not included in the tour price and are your responsibility to pay directly to the airline at the time of check-in. We recommend packing accordingly to avoid any unexpected fees.
Your luggage is your own responsibility throughout the tour. Please ensure that you handle any issues related to overweight or excess baggage directly with the airlines
What is the cancellation policy?
If you need to cancel or change your travel dates, please notify us at least 5 days before the tour starts. In this case, the cost of all flight and bus tickets—which are non-refundable—will be deducted from your paid balance, and the remaining amount will be refunded to you. For cancellations or date changes made less than 5 days before the tour, the full amount paid will be considered non-refundable, as a “no-show” policy will apply.