The Classical Cappadocia and Istanbul tour is a 4 nights 5 days journey that brings together Turkey’s rich history and its most iconic landscapes. Explore the timeless charm of Istanbul with its historic monuments and vibrant culture, then head to Cappadocia to witness surreal valleys and the famous hot air balloon experience.
Explore Istanbul’s iconic Old City with visits to Hagia Sophia Mosque, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar.
Discover the surreal landscapes and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia.
Visit Devrent Valley, Pasabag (Monk Valley), Avanos pottery town, and the Open-Air Museum.
Optional Hot Air Balloon ride over Cappadocia’s unique terrain.
Stay in authentic cave hotels in Cappadocia for a one-of-a-kind experience.
All transfers in comfortable, modern vehicles with English-speaking guides.
Arrival into Istanbul, Turkey
Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel in the old city area. A welcome package including tour vouchers, a city map, and other tourist information will be provided. The rest of the day is free for leisure.
Hotel: Four Side Taksim (Value) / Hilton DoubleTree Piyalepasa (Premium) or Similar in Istanbul
Meals: N/A
Istanbul Old City Tour
Between 08:30–09:00 AM, you will be picked up from your hotel for a full-day guided city tour. Visit Hagia Sophia Mosque (entrance at extra cost), Byzantine Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace (entrance at extra cost), and the Grand Bazaar.
Note:
Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays; replaced by Underground Cistern or Turkish & Islamic Arts Museum.
Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays; replaced with the Spice Bazaar.
Hotel: Four Side Taksim (Value) / Hilton DoubleTree Piyalepasa (Premium) or Similar in Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Fly to Cappadocia (Domestic Flight Not Included)
After breakfast, transfer to Istanbul airport for your self-booked flight to Cappadocia (approx. 1 hour). Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your cave hotel in Cappadocia. The rest of the day is free to explore this unique region at your own pace.
Hotel: Zula Cave (Value) / MDC Cave (Premium) or Similar in Cappadocia
Meals: Breakfast
Cappadocia Tour
Optional: Early morning Hot Air Balloon ride over the Cappadocian landscape (extra cost, not for children under 6 years or below 120 cm).
After breakfast (pickup between 09:30–10:00 AM), start your full-day guided tour including:
Devrent Valley (Imagination Valley)
Pasabag (Monk Valley)
Avanos (Pottery making and Red River visit)
Göreme Open Air Museum (10th-century frescoes and churches)
Uchisar Castle (largest natural fairy chimney)
Hotel: Zula Cave (Value) / MDC Cave (Premium) or Similar in Cappadocia
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Depart Cappadocia | Fly Back to Istanbul
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Kayseri Airport for your flight back to Istanbul (flight not included).
Meals: Breakfast
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Insurance:
International and domestic air tickets
Visa charges
TCS and GST (charged on the final amount)
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Laundry, telephone, optional excursions, and other personal expenses
Mandatory tipping to guide/driver (USD 5 per person per day)
City/resort taxes to be paid directly at the hotel
Foreign exchange for personal use
Cost of PCR test or medical examinations (if required)
Anything not mentioned in “Inclusions”
Blackout period: 16 Dec 2024 – 12 Jan 2025
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