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İstanbul
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IST Airport
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Airplane & Bus
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Group
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15 - 20
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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 Konya (1 night). Prices start from $864 USD 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.
Itinerary Overview
At sunrise over Cappadocia, the 3-Day Cappadocia & Konya Tour from Istanbul takes you from Istanbul to Cappadocia and Konya with flights, a road transfer, hotels, meals, and guided visits. Explore Cappadocia’s rock formations, valleys, pottery workshops, open-air museum, and underground city, then stay overnight in a cave hotel. A sunrise hot air balloon flight is optional, arranged separately, and paid locally, subject to suitable weather and official approval. Continue to Konya to visit the Mevlana Museum, Sultan Selim Mosque, and Alaaddin Mosque.
Trip Highlights
- Devrent Valley – rock formations & fairy chimneys
- Monks Valley – mushroom-shaped pinnacles
- Avanos – pottery town by the Red River
- Zelve Open Air Museum – cave churches & dwellings
- Underground City – ancient refuge
- Mevlana Museum – Rumi’s mausoleum
- Sultan Selim Mosque – Ottoman heritage
- Alaaddin Mosque – historical landmark
- Shams-i Tabrizi Mosque & Tomb – spiritual site
Route: Istanbul → Cappadocia (1 night) → Konya (1 night) → Istanbul
Day-by-Day Itinerary
You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul around 4:00 am and transferred to the airport for your flight to Kayseri or Nevsehir, departing between 6:00 – 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 your full-day North Cappadocia tour.
Today’s first stop will be Devrent Valley, famous for its unique fairy chimneys and rock formations. Next, you’ll explore Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley), home to stunning mushroom-shaped pinnacles. After enjoying these natural wonders, you’ll head to Avanos, a town renowned for its traditional pottery making.
After enjoying lunch at a local restaurant, you will visit the Zelve Open Air Museum, where you will explore ancient rock-cut churches and caves, providing a glimpse into the monastic history of the region. Towards the end of the day, you will stop at Uchisar Castle for panoramic photos. While entry into the castle itself is not permitted, the surrounding area offers beautiful views of the landscape.
After the tour, at around 4:00 pm, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cappadocia for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore at your own pace. Overnight in Cappadocia.
For extra activities, you may choose one of the following options (all 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.
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 additional option, you can book an early morning Hot Air Balloon Ride to enjoy breathtaking aerial views of Cappadocia’s valleys. Please note this activity is available at an extra cost.
After breakfast at the hotel (around 9:30 am), you will be picked up and met by your tour guide to begin your full-day South Cappadocia tour. Your guide will brief you on the day’s itinerary before starting with a visit to the Red Valley, where you will explore its famous rock-cut churches and hike approximately 5 km through the scenic Rose Valley.
Next, you will visit Cavusin Village, known for its ancient houses and churches of Christian clergymen. After exploring this historical village, you will take a break for lunch around noon.
After lunch, the tour continues with a visit to Pigeon Valley, famous for its pigeon houses carved into the cliffs. In the afternoon, you will visit either the Kaymakli Underground City or Ozkonak Underground City, where early Christians sought refuge during periods of persecution.
At the end of the tour, around 4:00 pm, you will be transferred to the main bus station in Göreme or Nevşehir. From there, you will board an intercity coach to Konya (approximately 4 hours). Upon arrival at the main bus station in Konya, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay. Overnight in Konya.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Konya: Rumi Hotel Konya.
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 approximately 9:30 am, you will be picked up from your hotel to begin your full-day tour of Konya. Today, you will visit the Konya City Center, the iconic Mevlana Museum and Mausoleum, the historic Sultan Selim Mosque, and the Alaaddin Mosque.
After your visit to the Alaaddin Mosque, you will enjoy lunch at a traditional Turkish restaurant. Following lunch, you will visit the Mosque and Tomb of Shams-i Tabrizi, a spiritual landmark in Konya.
After the tour, you will be transferred to Konya Airport for your evening flight back to Istanbul. 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:
- Pick up from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to Istanbul Airport (on the European side of Istanbul only)
- Domestic flight tickets: Istanbul to Kayseri or Nevsehir, and Konya to Istanbul
- Intercity bus ticket from Cappadocia to Konya
- 1 night in Cappadocia at a cave hotel, including breakfast
- 1 night in Konya at a 4-star hotel, including breakfast
- English-speaking guide during the tours
- Meals as per itinerary (B = breakfast, L = lunch)
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
- Service charges and local taxes
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.
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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Verified Purchase
By Hessa D.(Ajman, UAE)May 8, 2026 Comfortable Cappadocia and Konya tourWe booked the 3-day Cappadocia and Konya tour from Istanbul with One Nation Travel and felt very well looked after. The hotel was excellent, clean, quiet, with a lovely breakfast, and the transfers were private and on time. Our guide was polite and helpful, especially at the Mevlana Museum. It felt comfortable and nicely paced for a couple.Date of Experience: May 08, 2026 -
Verified PurchaseBy Mei Ling G.(Johor Bahru, Malaysia)May 1, 2026 Comfortable 3 day tourWe joined the 3 day Cappadocia and Konya tour from Istanbul and it was very comfortable for us as a retired couple. The pace was just right, not rushed, with enough time to rest. Our hotel was clean and cosy, and the transfers were on time. Big thanks to our guide Aylin for explaining things clearly, and to Can Berber from One Nation Travel for arranging everything so smoothly. Good value and very easy for us.Date of Experience: May 01, 2026
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Verified PurchaseBy Nur Aisyah R.(Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)June 13, 2025 Wonderful Experience with One Nation Travel – Special Thanks to Can Berber!I recently joined the 3-Day Cappadocia & Konya Tour from Istanbul with One Nation Travel, and it was truly one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had.Everything was so well-organized—from the hotel arrangements to the smooth transportation and friendly guide. The sunrise hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia was breathtaking, and our visit to Konya was deeply inspiring.I would especially like to thank Can Berber, who stayed in touch with us throughout the entire trip. He was always available on WhatsApp to answer our questions and assist with any details we needed, which made us feel very supported and at ease.A big thank you to the One Nation Travel team for their professionalism and care. I’ll definitely recommend this tour to my friends and family back home in Malaysia.Date of Experience: June 09, 2025
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Verified PurchaseBy Bilal June 13, 2025Thank you so much, Nur Aisyah Rahman! We’re delighted you had a great time and truly appreciate your kind words. We’re also happy to hear that Can Berber was helpful throughout your journey. Hope to welcome you again soon!
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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.
Hotels are subject to availability; alternatives of an equal standard may be provided.
