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15 - 20
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Airplane
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English
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Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct & Nov
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Istanbul
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Istanbul
Itinerary Overview
Discover the magic of Turkey on this 6-Day Istanbul and Cappadocia Tour, blending iconic heritage with stunning landscapes. Explore timeless wonders like Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace, then cruise the Bosphorus for unforgettable skyline views. Fly to Cappadocia to marvel at Devrent Valley, Pasabag, and Zelve Open Air Museum, with an optional Cappadocia hot air balloon flight for breathtaking vistas. This small-group adventure offers comfort, culture, and captivating beauty—book today for the ultimate Turkish escape!
Trip Highlights
- Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque – Byzantine masterpiece
- Blue Mosque – Ottoman architectural gem
- Topkapi Palace – Royal Ottoman residence
- Grand Bazaar – Historic shopping maze
- Bosphorus Cruise – Iconic city skyline views
- Devrent Valley – Surreal fairy chimneys
- Pasabag (Monks Valley) – Mushroom-shaped rocks
- Zelve Open Air Museum – Ancient cave dwellings
- Uchisar Castle – Panoramic Cappadocia view
- Red Valley & Rose Valley – Scenic hiking trails
Route: Istanbul (3 nights) → Cappadocia (2 nights) → Istanbul
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Upon your arrival at Istanbul New Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökcen Airport (SAW) at any time, our team will be waiting for you at the exit of the international arrivals terminal, holding a sign with your name on it. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Istanbul for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to spend at leisure, whether you choose to relax at the hotel or explore the city at your own pace. Overnight in Istanbul.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Istanbul: Antea Hotel Oldcity, Muyan Suites, or Deluxe Golden Horn 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, around 8:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full-day guided tour of Istanbul’s most iconic Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks.
First, visit Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque Grand Mosque, a masterpiece that served as a cathedral, mosque, and now a museum, showcasing centuries of Christian and Islamic heritage.
Next, head to Blue Mosque, celebrated for its stunning blue Iznik tiles and six towering minarets, a hallmark of Ottoman architecture.
Continue with a stop at Hippodrome, once the heart of Byzantine social life. Here, admire the Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpent Column, and German Fountain, each steeped in historical significance.
After these explorations, enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant and savor traditional Turkish cuisine.
In the afternoon, discover Topkapi Palace Museum, the former residence of Ottoman sultans. Walk through its grand courtyards and treasuries, and optionally visit the Harem, the private quarters of the sultan and his family.
Conclude your day at the vibrant Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. Explore its lively atmosphere and browse through an array of goods, from spices and carpets to jewelry and ceramics.
At the end of the tour, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel around 5:00 PM. The rest of the evening is yours to relax or explore more of Istanbul at your leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Istanbul: Antea Hotel Oldcity, Muyan Suites, or Deluxe Golden Horn 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 around 8:30 AM, you will join a Half-Day Morning Bosphorus Cruise. The tour begins with a transfer to the Eminönü Pier, where you’ll enjoy a brief visit to the historic Spice Market (Egyptian Bazaar)—a vibrant marketplace known for its exotic aromas and colorful stalls.
Following your visit, you’ll board a shared boat for a scenic cruise along the Bosphorus, the strait that separates Europe and Asia. As you sail, take in panoramic views of architectural gems such as Dolmabahçe Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, the Bosphorus Bridge, as well as Ottoman-era mansions, fortresses, and picturesque waterfront neighborhoods.
The cruise concludes around 12:15 PM, after which you will be transferred back to your hotel to collect your luggage. You will then be transferred to Istanbul’s domestic airport for your evening flight to Kayseri, with an approximate flight time of 1.5 hours.
Upon arrival, our representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Cappadocia. After check-in, the evening is free for you to relax or explore your surroundings. 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 optional early morning experience, you may book a Hot Air Balloon Ride to witness breathtaking aerial views of Cappadocia’s valleys and rock formations. This activity is available at an additional cost and must be booked in advance.
After breakfast, at around 9:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel to begin a full-day North Cappadocia Tour. The tour begins with a visit to Devrent Valley, famous for its imaginative rock formations and fairy chimneys. Your next stop will be Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley), where you’ll see striking mushroom-shaped pinnacles that define the region’s unique landscape.
The journey continues to the charming town of Avanos, known for its rich pottery tradition along the Kızılırmak River. Here, you’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, visit the Zelve Open Air Museum, an abandoned cave village that offers fascinating insight into Cappadocia’s monastic history.
Before concluding the tour, you’ll have a short stop near Uchisar for panoramic views and photo opportunities. Although entry to Uchisar Castle’s interior is not permitted, the viewpoint offers stunning vistas of the surrounding landscapes.
The tour ends around 4:00 PM, and you will be transferred back to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or enjoy optional activities. Overnight in Cappadocia.
Optional Evening Activities (available at an additional cost):
– 2-hour ATV Tour
– 2-hour Horseback Riding Tour
– 1-hour Whirling Dervish Show
– Turkish Night Show with Dinner – featuring traditional music, folk dances, and a full Turkish meal.
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 and enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the valleys. Please be aware that this activity comes at an extra cost.
After breakfast at your hotel around 9:30 AM, you will be picked up and met by your tour guide to begin your full-day tour of South Cappadocia. Your tour guide will brief you on the day’s activities.
Your tour will begin with a visit to the Red Valley, where you will explore the famous rock-cut churches and hike approximately 5 km through the Rose Valley (Güllüdere Vadisi).
Next, you will visit Çavuşin Village, famous for its houses and churches of Christian clergymen.
We will take a break for lunch around noon.
After lunch, you will drive to the Pigeon Valley (Güvercinlik Vadisi).
In the afternoon, you will visit the Kaymakli Underground City or Ozkonak Underground City, where early Christians lived.
After completing the tour at around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to either Kayseri or Nevsehir Airport, depending on flight availability, for your evening flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival in Istanbul, our representative will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel for check-in. Overnight stay in Istanbul.
Accommodation in the Hotels Below (or Similar, Depending on Availability at the Time of Booking):
In Istanbul: Antea Hotel Oldcity, Muyan Suites, or Deluxe Golden Horn 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, you will check out from your hotel in Istanbul (hotel check-out is before 12:00 PM). You will then be transferred to the Istanbul International Airport according to your flight details. This will mark the end of our tour and services.
INCLUDED in the Tour Price:
- All airport and hotel transfers mentioned in the itinerary (arrival and departure)
- Domestic flight tickets as per the itinerary: Istanbul → Kayseri → Istanbul
- 3 nights’ accommodation in Istanbul at Special Class or 4-star hotels with breakfast
- 2 nights’ accommodation in Cappadocia at a cave hotel with breakfast
- Professional English-speaking guide during the tours
- Meals as specified in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch)
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
- Complimentary Wi-Fi at all hotels
- Transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicles
- Local taxes and service charges
NOT INCLUDED:
- International flight tickets
- Visa to enter Turkey
- Cappadocia hot air balloon ride
- Optional tours mentioned in the program (available at an additional cost)
- Services not mentioned in the program
- Dinners and drinks
- Travel insurance (recommended)
IMPORTANT INFO:
- 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 additional cost, it can be provided as a private tour.
- The regular group tour has shopping stops included in the tour.
- Vegetarian lunch option available upon request.
- 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.
- Please note that the Blue Mosque is not open for visitation on Fridays as it is closed for religious prayer services. On tours operated on Fridays, you will only be able to visit the outside of the Blue Mosque area. No visitation inside the Blue Mosque is allowed for tourists on Fridays.
- Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays; it will be replaced with the Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnıcı).
- Grand Bazaar is closed on Sunday.
- During religious holidays, the Spice Market and Grand Bazaar are closed.
- 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.
Overall Trip Rating:
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Verified Purchase
By Wai G.(Hong Kong)May 28, 2026 Really well planned Turkey tourWe booked the 6 days / 5 nights Istanbul and Cappadocia tour for our company group and it was very well organised. The airport transfers and domestic flights were handled smoothly, which made a big difference with a larger team. Our guide kept everyone on time but was flexible when we needed short breaks or more photo time. The shared dinners and Cappadocia visits gave us nice team moments. A professional and easy way to see Turkey.Date of Experience: May 14, 2026
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View Featured Hotels (6)- 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.
