8-Day Egypt & Turkey: Cairo, Luxor, Istanbul & Cappadocia

Arrival in Cairo – Airport Transfer & Leisure Time

Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, a representative from our team will be waiting to greet you in the arrivals area, holding a sign with your name. After a warm welcome, you will be transferred to your hotel in Cairo for check-in. The remainder of the day is free for you to rest, unwind, or explore the city at your own pace. Overnight in Cairo.

Pyramids, Museum & Old Cairo Tour

After breakfast around 08:00 AM, your personal guide will meet you at your hotel to begin a full-day exploration of Cairo’s ancient and cultural highlights.

Your first stop is the iconic Giza Plateau, where you'll witness one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World — the Great Pyramid of Cheops, along with the Pyramids of Chephren and Menkaure. You will also visit the mysterious Great Sphinx and the atmospheric Valley Temple, both central to Egypt’s ancient burial rituals.

Next, you’ll visit the world-famous Egyptian Museum, home to a vast collection of ancient artifacts, including the treasures of Tutankhamun, such as his iconic golden mask and personal items from his tomb.

Around midday, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant featuring authentic Egyptian cuisine.

In the afternoon, your tour continues with a visit to Coptic Cairo, where you’ll explore the Hanging Church, one of Egypt’s oldest Christian places of worship, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, historically linked to the story of baby Moses.

Your final stop is Islamic Cairo, where you’ll explore the vibrant and historic Khan El Khalili Bazaar. Here, you can shop for spices, textiles, jewelry, and souvenirs in a lively, authentic market setting.

At the end of the tour, you’ll be transferred back to your hotel around 5:00 PM. The evening is free for you to relax or explore independently. Overnight in Cairo.

Luxor Highlights Tour – Roundtrip Flight from Cairo

You will be picked up from your hotel in Cairo early in the morning and transferred to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, you will be met by your local guide and begin a full-day exploration of Luxor’s East and West Banks.

Your journey starts on the West Bank with a visit to the iconic Valley of the Kings, the royal burial site of ancient Egyptian pharaohs, including the tomb of Tutankhamun. Continue to the majestic Colossi of Memnon, two colossal statues of Amenhotep III, and then explore the extraordinary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, nestled in the cliffs of Deir El-Bahari.

In the afternoon, cross the Nile to the East Bank to visit the sprawling Karnak Temple Complex, a grand religious site dedicated to the god Amun. Your final stop is the beautifully preserved Luxor Temple, renowned for its towering columns and location along the river.

At the end of the day, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport for your return flight to Cairo. Upon landing, a representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Flight from Cairo to Istanbul (Airfare Not Included)

After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Cairo. A representative will transfer you to Cairo Airport for your flight to Istanbul.

Upon arrival in Istanbul, our local representative will be waiting to welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or begin exploring this vibrant city at your own pace.

Please note: The flight from Cairo to Istanbul is not included in the tour price. You are free to book a flight at a time that suits your travel plans best. We recommend arriving in Istanbul by early afternoon to make the most of your day. Overnight in Istanbul.

Istanbul Classics Tour

After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel around 08:30 AM to begin a full-day guided tour of Istanbul’s most iconic Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks.

Your tour begins with a visit to the majestic Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque, a historic marvel that has served as a cathedral, mosque, and museum — a powerful symbol of Istanbul’s layered religious and architectural history.

Next, you’ll visit the Blue Mosque, famous for its magnificent blue İznik tiles and six soaring minarets, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture that remains a functioning mosque today.

Continue to the historic Hippodrome, once the center of Byzantine social life and home to ancient monuments such as the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, and the German Fountain.

Around midday, enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant where you can savor delicious Turkish cuisine.

In the afternoon, explore the opulent Topkapi Palace, the former residence of the Ottoman sultans. Discover its grand courtyards and dazzling treasury, offering insight into royal life and imperial power.

The final stop is the legendary Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets. With over 4,000 shops, it offers an immersive cultural and shopping experience with everything from carpets and lanterns to jewelry and spices.

After the tour concludes around 5:00 PM, you will be transferred back to your hotel. The evening is yours to relax or continue exploring the city. Overnight in Istanbul.

Flight to Cappadocia – North Cappadocia Tour

You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul around 04:00 AM and transferred to the airport for your flight to either Kayseri or Nevşehir, typically departing between 06:00 – 07:30 AM. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our local representative and transferred to Cappadocia, where you’ll meet your guide and begin the North Cappadocia Tour.

The first stop is Devrent Valley, renowned for its whimsical rock formations and fairy chimneys shaped like animals and objects. Continue to Pasabag Valley (Monks Valley), where dramatic mushroom-shaped pinnacles create a striking landscape.

Next, you’ll visit the pottery town of Avanos, located along the Kızılırmak River, where traditional ceramic artistry continues today.

After lunch at a local restaurant, the tour continues to the Zelve Open Air Museum, a fascinating complex of rock-cut dwellings, churches, and monasteries that once housed early Christian communities.

Before concluding the day, you’ll stop for panoramic views near Uchisar Castle, the highest point in Cappadocia, ideal for capturing the region's stunning landscape (interior access not included).

The tour concludes around 4:00 PM, and you’ll be transferred to your cave-style hotel in Cappadocia for check-in. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore at your leisure. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Optional Evening Activities (available at an additional cost – choose one due to time limits):
– Turkish Night Show with Dinner
– 2-hour ATV Tour
– 2-hour Horseback Riding Tour
– 1-hour Whirling Dervish Show

South Cappadocia Tour – Flight Back to Istanbul

For an unforgettable start to your day, you may choose to book an optional Hot Air Balloon Ride at sunrise, offering stunning aerial views of Cappadocia’s surreal landscape (available at an additional cost).

After breakfast, you will check out of your hotel. Around 09:30 AM, your guide will pick you up to begin your full-day South Cappadocia Tour.

The day begins with a visit to Red Valley, where you'll explore ancient rock-cut churches and enjoy a scenic 5 km hike through the neighboring Rose Valley (Güllüdere Vadisi), known for its rose-colored rock formations and peaceful trails.

Next, visit Çavuşin Village, a historic settlement featuring cave houses and old churches that once served early Christian communities. Around noon, you’ll pause for a relaxing lunch at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, the tour continues to Pigeon Valley, named for its thousands of dovecotes carved into the cliffs. Finally, you’ll explore one of the region’s subterranean marvels — either the Kaymakli Underground City or Ozkonak Underground City, both used as refuges by early Christians escaping persecution.

At the end of the tour, around 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to either Kayseri or Nevşehir Airport for your late evening flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.

Departure from Istanbul – End of Tour Service

After breakfast, you will check out from your hotel in Istanbul (standard check-out time is before 11:00 AM). According to your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Istanbul International Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) for your departure. This will be the end of our tour and services.