Overview:
Embark on an unforgettable 7-day guided group tour through Turkey’s most iconic destinations, beginning and ending in the magnificent city of Istanbul. Upon arrival, a friendly representative will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your comfortable hotel, where you can relax before the adventure begins. Join fellow travelers as your expert guide leads the group through Istanbul’s legendary landmarks, including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar, before enjoying a scenic Bosphorus Cruise. Then fly to the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, where you’ll spend two full days exploring its fairy chimneys, ancient cave churches at the Zelve Open Air Museum, and the astonishing Kaymakli Underground City. The journey continues to Ankara, Turkey’s vibrant capital, where you’ll visit the Mausoleum of Atatürk and the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. With quality accommodations, seamless transfers, and knowledgeable guides throughout, this tour delivers the perfect balance of history, culture, and natural wonder.
Highlights:
- Cruise along the scenic Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul
- Explore the ancient Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque
- Marvel at Cappadocia's fairy chimneys and unique rock formations
- Discover the cave churches of Zelve Open Air Museum
- Descend into the fascinating Kaymakli Underground City
- Visit the Mausoleum of Atatürk in Ankara
- Shop the legendary Grand Bazaar in Istanbul
- Experience Ankara's Museum of Anatolian Civilizations
Detailed Itinerary
Welcome to Turkey! Upon your arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), our friendly representative will be waiting to greet you at the arrivals hall with a sign bearing your name. You will then enjoy a comfortable transfer to your centrally located hotel in the heart of the city.
After checking in, the rest of the day is completely yours to spend at your leisure. You can take this time to relax and recover from your flight, take a gentle stroll around the neighborhood to soak in the local atmosphere, or enjoy your first taste of authentic Turkish cuisine at a nearby restaurant. 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 can arrange your own accommodation during the tour. We will provide a new package tour price excluding the hotel accommodation cost. In this case, all other services included in the package tour will still be provided, except for hotel accommodation.
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 your hotel, around 8:30 AM your guide will lead the group on a full-day exploration of Istanbul’s most iconic Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks. Begin at Hagia Sophia, the monumental 6th-century cathedral that served as the heart of the Byzantine Empire before its conversion into a mosque under Ottoman rule. Cross Sultanahmet Square to visit the Blue Mosque, renowned for its cascading domes and more than 20,000 handmade İznik tiles. Continue to the Hippodrome, once the social and sporting center of Constantinople, where ancient Egyptian obelisks and serpentine columns still stand. Enjoy lunch together at a central city restaurant before heading to Topkapi Palace, the lavish residence of Ottoman sultans for nearly four centuries, housing imperial treasures, sacred relics, and courtyards with sweeping views over the Bosphorus. Round off the day at the Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets, where more than 4,000 shops brim with handcrafted ceramics, jewelry, spices, and textiles. By 5:00 PM, the group returns to the hotel with the remainder of the evening 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 can arrange your own accommodation during the tour. We will provide a new package tour price excluding the hotel accommodation cost. In this case, all other services included in the package tour will still be provided, except for hotel accommodation.
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 your hotel, around 8:30 AM your guide will lead the group on a half-day morning Bosphorus cruise experience. Begin with a drive to the pier at Eminonu Pier for a short visit to the historic Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar), where the aromas of exotic spices, dried fruits, and Turkish delights fill the air. Following this, join fellow travelers aboard a shared boat tour cruising along the Bosphorus Strait, the narrow waterway separating Europe and Asia and connecting the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara. From the deck, admire landmarks including Dolmabahce Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, the Bosphorus Bridge, centuries-old waterfront mansions, and the contrasting European and Asian shorelines.
Following the cruise, around 12:30 PM you will be transferred back to your hotel to collect your luggage. From there, the group will be driven to Istanbul Airport for your domestic flight to Cappadocia, with a flight duration of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Upon arrival at Nevşehir or Kayseri Airport, our local representative will greet you and provide a comfortable transfer to your hotel in Cappadocia. 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, Zula Cave House, or Kismet 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 can arrange your own accommodation during the tour. We will provide a new package tour price excluding the hotel accommodation cost. In this case, all other services included in the package tour will still be provided, except for hotel accommodation.
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 over the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, enjoying spectacular aerial views of the valleys and rock formations (available at extra cost, must be pre-booked).
After breakfast, around 9:30 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel to join your group for a full-day tour of North Cappadocia. Your guide will lead the group first to Devrent Valley, known for its extraordinary fairy chimney formations that resemble animals and other figures carved by centuries of wind and rain. Next, continue to Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley) to admire its iconic mushroom-shaped rock pinnacles, once used as hermit shelters by early monks. From there, the group will drive to the charming town of Avanos, famous for its centuries-old pottery tradition, where you will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, explore the Zelve Open Air Museum, a fascinating abandoned rock-cut settlement featuring carved caves, ancient churches, and a mosque hewn directly into the stone — offering a vivid glimpse into the region’s monastic and communal past. Toward the end of the day, stop at Uchisar for around 15 minutes to capture panoramic photographs of its striking natural rock castle. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel by approximately 4:00 PM, with the rest of the evening free to relax or explore on your own. 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, Zula Cave House, or Kismet 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 can arrange your own accommodation during the tour. We will provide a new package tour price excluding the hotel accommodation cost. In this case, all other services included in the package tour will still be provided, except for hotel accommodation.
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 your hotel, around 9:30 AM your guide will meet you in the lobby to begin a full-day exploration of South Cappadocia. The morning starts with a visit to the stunning Red Valley, where you’ll discover famous rock-cut churches adorned with faded frescoes. From here, join fellow travelers on an approximately 5-kilometer hike through the Rose Valley (Güllüdere Vadisi), winding past pink-hued rock formations and hidden chapels carved into the cliffs. Next, your guide will lead the group to Çavuşin Village, known for its ancient cave houses and early Christian churches once used by clergymen. Around noon, sit down for a well-earned lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, continue to Pigeon Valley for panoramic views of the dove-cote-dotted cliff faces. The afternoon brings a fascinating descent into Kaymakli Underground City or Özkonak Underground City, where early Christians carved entire communities beneath the earth, complete with ventilation shafts, storage rooms, and communal spaces.
In the late afternoon, around 4:00 PM, board an intercity bus bound for Ankara. The journey takes approximately five hours, so settle in and enjoy the changing Anatolian landscape. Upon arrival at Ankara’s main bus station around 9:00 PM, a representative will greet you and handle your transfer to the hotel. Overnight 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 can arrange your own accommodation during the tour. We will provide a new package tour price excluding the hotel accommodation cost. In this case, all other services included in the package tour will still be provided, except for hotel accommodation.
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, check out from your hotel and meet your guide around 9:00 AM to begin your Ankara city tour. Your first stop is the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, one of Turkey’s most important museums, housing an extraordinary collection of artifacts spanning up to 7,500 years. The museum is particularly renowned for its comprehensive Hittite collection, featuring intricate reliefs, pottery, and bronze figurines that illuminate the ancient civilizations of Anatolia.
Around 12:30 PM, the group will pause for lunch at a local restaurant, giving you the chance to sample some of Ankara’s regional specialties. After lunch, continue to the Mausoleum of Atatürk, the grand memorial and final resting place of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, founder of the Republic of Turkey. The imposing complex features a ceremonial courtyard, a museum chronicling the Turkish War of Independence, and sweeping views across the capital.
By approximately 4:00 PM, your guide will transfer the group to Ankara Airport for your evening flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, an airport representative will greet you and arrange your transfer to the hotel. 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 can arrange your own accommodation during the tour. We will provide a new package tour price excluding the hotel accommodation cost. In this case, all other services included in the package tour will still be provided, except for hotel accommodation.
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 your hotel, complete your check-out before 12:00 noon. Your driver will then transfer you to Istanbul International Airport in time for your departure flight. End of tour services.
Inclusions:
- All airport transfers upon arrival and departure in Turkey
- Domestic flight ticket from Istanbul to Cappadocia (Kayseri or Nevsehir)
- Intercity passenger bus ticket from Cappadocia to Ankara
- Domestic flight ticket from Ankara back to Istanbul
- 3 nights' accommodation in Istanbul at a 4-star or boutique hotel, including breakfast
- 2 nights' accommodation in Cappadocia at an authentic cave hotel, including breakfast
- 1 night's accommodation in Ankara at a 4-star or boutique hotel, including breakfast
- Services of a professional, English-speaking local tour guide during all scheduled tours
- All entrance fees to museums and historical sites as per the itinerary
- Lunches during the guided tours as specified in the itinerary
- All local taxes and service charges
Exclusions:
- International flights to and from Istanbul
- Turkey e-Visa fee
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses, souvenirs, and laundry
- Drinks during meals (except water)
- Dinners throughout the itinerary
- Optional activities (e.g., hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia, Turkish bath experience)
- Gratuities for guide, driver, and hotel staff
- Early check-in or late check-out at hotels
- Anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions
FAQs:
You can book this 7-day Turkey tour directly through the tour page on our website by selecting your preferred travel date and number of travelers. You’ll receive instant confirmation once your booking is submitted. Alternatively, you can contact our team via email or phone if you’d like to customize any aspect of the trip or have special requests before confirming.
One Nation Travel offers flexible payment options to make booking your 7-Day Turkey tour convenient and hassle-free. You can pay securely online using major credit cards such as Visa and Mastercard, or opt for a direct bank transfer if you prefer. A partial deposit can be made at the time of booking to reserve your place on the Istanbul, Cappadocia, and Ankara itinerary, with the final balance due prior to your tour departure date.
You’ll receive an instant email confirmation with your booking summary as soon as your reservation is processed. Your final tour voucher, which includes all hotel details, airport pickup instructions, and your group guide’s contact information, will be sent 24–48 hours before your Day 1 arrival in Istanbul.
For cancellations or date changes made at least 5 days prior to the start of your 7-day Turkey tour, a refund will be issued minus the cost of any pre-purchased flight and bus tickets, as these are non-refundable. If you cancel or request a change within 5 days of the tour’s departure date, the entire amount paid is non-refundable under our “no-show” policy. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment in case unexpected circumstances arise.
The hot air balloon ride is not included in the standard tour package, as it operates independently based on weather conditions and availability. However, your guide can help you arrange this iconic experience as an optional add-on during your stay in Cappadocia — balloon flights typically take place at sunrise on either Day 4 or Day 5. We highly recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season, as spots fill up quickly.
When visiting the Blue Mosque and other active religious sites, both men and women should dress modestly — shoulders and knees must be covered, and women are required to wear a headscarf. It’s a good idea to carry a light scarf in your day bag, though some mosques provide coverings at the entrance. Your group guide will remind everyone of dress codes before each visit so you’ll always be prepared.
The tour is designed to minimize travel fatigue with a smart mix of flights and overland transfers. Your domestic flight from Istanbul to Kayseri (Cappadocia) on Day 3 takes about 1.5 hours, and the intercity bus from Cappadocia to Ankara on Day 5 is approximately 3.5–4 hours through scenic Turkish countryside. The return flight from Ankara to Istanbul on Day 6 is around 1 hour, keeping the journey smooth and efficient.
Domestic flights within Turkey typically allow one checked bag of up to 15 kg and one carry-on bag of up to 8 kg, though exact allowances may vary by airline. Your final tour voucher will include specific airline and luggage details for the Istanbul-to-Kayseri and Ankara-to-Istanbul flights. We recommend packing a smaller overnight bag for the Cappadocia and Ankara legs to make transfers between cities more convenient.
Many nationalities can obtain an e-Visa online before traveling to Turkey through the official Turkish e-Visa website, while citizens of some countries can enter visa-free for short stays. We recommend checking your country’s specific visa requirements at least a few weeks before your trip, as processing times can vary. Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your planned entry date into Turkey.
The best time for this tour is during spring (April–June) and autumn (September–November), when temperatures are pleasant for sightseeing and crowds are more manageable across all three destinations. Summer (July–August) is warm and vibrant but can be hot in Cappadocia and Ankara, while winter offers fewer tourists and a magical snow-covered landscape in Cappadocia, though some outdoor activities may be limited. This tour operates year-round, so your guide will tailor the experience to make the most of each season.
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