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Istanbul
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Airplane & Bus
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Group
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10 - 25
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English
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Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct & Nov
This 3-day guided tour visits Cappadocia (1 night) and Ankara (1 night). Prices start from $830 per person, based on two travelers sharing. Operated by One Nation Travel, a TÜRSAB-licensed (No. A-6073) local tour operator founded in Istanbul in 2008.
Overview
Explore the ancient heart of Anatolia on this comprehensive 3-Day Cappadocia and Ankara Tour. Fly from Istanbul to witness the surreal landscapes of Devrent Valley, Pasabag, and Zelve Valley. Enjoy a traditional pottery demo in Avanos and marvel at Uchisar Castle before relaxing in an authentic Cappadocia cave hotel. The adventure continues with a fascinating underground city exploration and a scenic bus ride to the capital. In Ankara, discover the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations and the solemn Mausoleum of Ataturk. With domestic flights, expert guides, and meals included, this 3-Day Cappadocia and Ankara Tour offers the ultimate Turkey travel package. An optional hot air balloon ride is available for an extra cost. Reserve your spot today!
Highlights:
- Devrent Valley: Imagination valley
- Pasabag: Mushroom pinnacles
- Avanos: Pottery art
- Zelve Valley: Monastic history
- Uchisar Castle: Panoramic views
- Red Valley: Vivid formations
- Underground City: Ancient tunnels
- Mausoleum of Ataturk: Historic tribute
- Museum of Anatolian Civilizations: Ancient artifacts
Route: Istanbul → Cappadocia (1 night) → Ankara (1 night) → Istanbul
Day-by-Day Itinerary
You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul early in the morning and transferred to the airport for your flight to Kayseri or Nevsehir, departing between 6:00 and 7:30 AM. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to Cappadocia, where you’ll meet your guide and begin a full-day North Cappadocia tour.
The tour begins at Devrent Valley, renowned for its unique fairy chimneys and rock formations. Next, visit Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley) to marvel at its striking mushroom-shaped pinnacles. Then, head to Avanos, a charming town famous for its traditional pottery-making heritage.
After lunch at a local restaurant, you’ll explore the Zelve Open Air Museum, where you’ll discover ancient rock-cut churches and caves, offering insight into the monastic history of the region. The day concludes with a stop at Uchisar Castle, where you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Although entry to the castle is not permitted, the nearby viewpoints provide spectacular photo opportunities.
At the end of the tour, around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia for check-in. The remainder of the day is free for you to relax or explore at your leisure.
For evening activities, you can choose from the following options (available at an additional cost): a traditional Turkish Night show with dinner, a 2-hour ATV tour, a 2-hour horseback riding tour through the valleys, or a 1-hour Whirling Dervish show. Please note that only one activity can be selected due to time constraints. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Cappadocia: Heaven Cave House, Dedeli Konak Cave Hotel, or Zula Cave House.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
For an unforgettable experience, consider starting your day with an early morning hot air balloon ride. Soar above Cappadocia’s valleys and fairy chimneys to enjoy breathtaking aerial views. Please note this optional activity is available at an additional cost.
After breakfast, check out of your hotel. At approximately 9:30 AM, you will be picked up and met by your tour guide for a full-day exploration of South Cappadocia.
Begin your day with a visit to the stunning Red Valley, known for its vivid rock formations and hidden churches. From there, enjoy a scenic 5 km hike through the beautiful Rose Valley (Gulludere), surrounded by unique fairy chimneys and peaceful trails.
Continue to Cavusin Village, a historic settlement with abandoned rock houses and ancient churches once inhabited by early Christian clergy.
Around noon, stop for lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, the tour continues with a visit to Pigeon Valley (Guvercinlik), named for the pigeon houses carved into its cliffs, offering one of the best panoramic views in the region.
In the afternoon, explore one of the region’s underground cities — either Kaymakli Underground City or Ozkonak Underground City — both fascinating networks of tunnels and rooms where early Christians once took refuge.
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to the Göreme main bus station to board an intercity coach to Ankara (approx. 5 hours). Upon arrival at the Ankara bus station, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Overnight stay in Ankara.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Ankara: Best Western Plus Center Hotel.
The quoted price for this tour includes accommodations in the hotels mentioned above or similar quality hotels.
If you prefer a higher quality hotel, we offer two options:
- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel at an additional cost, which will be added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if it is expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
Please let us know your preferred option when making the tour request so we can adjust the price accordingly. If no change in hotels is needed and you wish to proceed with the hotels included in our package tour at the quoted price, you may book the tour directly online.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked up to begin a city tour of Ankara, exploring some of its most iconic landmarks. The tour includes a visit to the Mausoleum of Ataturk, a tribute to the founder of the Turkish Republic, and the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, which features exhibitions from the Palaeolithic, Neolithic, Hittite, Phrygian, and Urartian periods of central Anatolia.
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to Ankara Esenboga Airport for your evening flight to Istanbul, departing between 5:00 and 7:00 PM. END OF OUR SERVICE and TOURS.
Please note: Transportation from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to your hotel in Istanbul is not included in the tour price.
INCLUDED in the Tour Price:
- Pickup from your Istanbul hotel and transfer to Istanbul Airport (on the European side only).
- Domestic flight tickets: Istanbul to Kayseri and Ankara to Istanbul.
- Intercity coach ticket from Cappadocia to Ankara.
- 1 night in Cappadocia at a Cave Hotel, including breakfast.
- 1 night in Ankara at a 4-star hotel, including breakfast.
- English-speaking guide during the tours.
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch.
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
- Local taxes and service charges.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Drop-off transportation service from Istanbul New Airport or Sabiha Gökçen Airport to your Istanbul hotel upon returning.
- Cappadocia Hot Air Balloon Ride.
- Optional tours mentioned in the program (available at an additional cost).
- Services not specified in the program.
- Drinks with meals.
- Travel insurance (recommended).
Important Notes
With your inquiry, please send your travel dates, number of travelers, preferred room setup, hotel class preference, and whether your dates are flexible by a day or two.
Before domestic flight tickets can be issued, we need each traveler’s full name exactly as printed in the passport, date of birth, passport number, and nationality. The name on the ticket is checked against the passport at the gate.
For pickup arrangements, send your hotel name and address, or your arrival flight number and landing time.
Tour Notes
- The order of the itinerary is indicative and subject to change, but all visits described will take place.
- This is a regular group tour, but if requested at cost can be provided as a private tour.
- The regular group tour has shopping stops included in the tour.
- Vegetarian lunch option available upon request.
Room Allocation
- For 1 traveler: 1 Single Room Accommodation.
- For 2 travelers: 1 Double/Twin Room Accommodation.
- For 3 travelers: 1 Triple Room Accommodation.
- For 4 travelers: 2 Double/Twin Rooms Accommodation.
- For 5 travelers: 1 Double/Twin Room and 1 Triple Room Accommodation.
Flights & Transfers
- On flights luggage allowance is 15 kg per person for checked in luggage. For carry-on, you can take up to 8 kg per person. One carry-on is allowed per person.
- The normal arrival time in Istanbul is between 8:00 – 10:00 pm. If you are planning on reserving your plane back home that same day, we recommend you book a plane ticket from 1:00 am onwards, to avoid missing your flight.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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.
Yes, airport transfers are included in the tour price. This covers pick-up from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport, as well as all airport-hotel transfers throughout the tour. However, please note that when you return to Istanbul at the end of the tour, the service will conclude at either Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport. Transfer to your hotel or chosen address from the airport will not be provided, so you will need to arrange this on your own.
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.
Cappadocia offers a variety of extra activities to enhance your experience, all available at an additional cost:
- Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride: Start your day with a breathtaking sunrise hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s unique landscape. This unforgettable experience provides panoramic views of the fairy chimneys and valleys.
- ATV Tour: Explore the rugged terrain and hidden trails on an exciting ATV (quad bike) tour. It’s a thrilling way to discover the area’s natural beauty off the beaten path.
- Horseback Riding: Enjoy a peaceful horseback ride through the valleys and hills of Cappadocia. Known as the “Land of Beautiful Horses,” this activity offers a unique perspective of the region.
- Whirling Dervish Show: In the evening, immerse yourself in Turkish culture by attending a traditional Whirling Dervish Show. Witness the mesmerizing Sema ceremony, a spiritual dance that has been performed for centuries.
- Turkish Night Show with Dinner: Experience an authentic Turkish Night Show featuring traditional music, folk dances, and belly dancing performances. Enjoy a delicious dinner while immersing yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Turkey.
- Turkish Bath (Hamam) Experience: Relax and rejuvenate with a traditional Turkish bath, a unique experience that combines steam, massage, and cleansing rituals.
These activities can be arranged upon request and are not included in the standard tour package. We recommend booking in advance to ensure availability.
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.
If you need to cancel or change your travel dates, notify One Nation Travel at least 5 days before the tour starts. For requests received at least 5 days before the tour starts, the cost of all non-refundable flight and bus tickets will be deducted from your paid balance. For requests received less than 5 days before the tour starts, and for no-shows, the full amount paid is non-refundable.
Our multi-day Turkey packages are regular group/shared tour arrangements, not fully escorted tours with one tour leader and the same guests from arrival to departure. Sightseeing tours are shared and usually operate with about 15-20 guests, but group size and participants may change by city or day as travelers join or leave different scheduled tours. Licensed English-speaking guides lead scheduled sightseeing visits only. Guides do not travel with guests on domestic flights, intercity buses, airport transfers, hotel transfers, or free-time periods unless this is specifically stated in the itinerary. For flights, buses, and transfers, guests are met by our driver or local representative at airports, bus terminals, or hotels and assisted with the planned transfer. One Nation Travel coordinates the full itinerary, hotels, domestic tickets, transfers, local guides, and support throughout the trip.
Overall Trip Rating:
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By Hudson R.(Asheville, USA)July 23, 2026 Cappadocia and Ankara without feeling rushedWe wanted to see more than just Cappadocia and this route gave us a good mix without making every stop feel rushed. The early airport pickup from Istanbul was a long start, but everything connected smoothly. Taner kept the Cappadocia days interesting, especially around Devrent Valley and the Underground City. Heaven Cave House was a nice place to reset after a full day. Ankara felt very different, and the Mausoleum of Ataturk and museum were worth the time. We were tired by the end, but happy we got to see both sides of the trip.Date of Experience: July 23, 2026 -
Verified PurchaseBy Nurul H.(Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)April 18, 2026 Really enjoyable 3-day tourWe did the 3 day Cappadocia and Ankara tour with our two kids and it went really well. The pace was good, not too tiring, and we felt safe the whole time. Our guide was helpful and patient with children. The hotel was comfortable and the transfers were smooth. Cappadocia was the fun part for the kids, they really enjoyed it.Date of Experience: April 15, 2026
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View Featured Hotels (4)- Option 1: We can upgrade your hotel for an additional cost, which is added to the total price of the standard package tour.
- Option 2: You may request to arrange your own accommodation. We will prepare a revised written quote; each non-hotel service remains included only if expressly listed in the revised confirmation, and availability or price may change.
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