Istanbul & Cappadocia Express (4 Star) - 5 Days
Who is this trip for
Age range
15 - 99Start / End
- Istanbul
- Istanbul
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 14Meals included
6Highlights
- Istanbul - Take in the highlights of the city on a guided tour, including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Hippodrome
- Cappadocia - See the amazing rock formations of the Devrent Valley, Pigeion Valley, Ortahisar and the rock-cut churches of Goreme
- Cappadocia Cave Hotel - Experience a unique stay in a cave hotel, blending ancient history with modern comfort in the heart of the region's stunning landscapes
- Derinkuyu or Kaymakli Underground City - Explore one of these incredible subterranean networks, carved deep into the earth and featuring an intricate system of dwellings, stables, cellars, churches, and wineries
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Summary
SEMI-INDEPENDENT TOUR: This 5-day adventure takes you to both Istanbul and Cappadocia. In Istanbul, you'll enjoy a full day of sightseeing, taking in all the major attractions, including Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Then, spend the next two days discovering the wonders of Cappadocia, including the Goreme Open Air Museum and the underground city of Derinkuyu. With everything arranged for you, including internal flight tickets, you won't have to worry about timing or transportation.
Itinerary
Day 1
Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey. An included transfer will take you from the airport to our hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure in the hotel, or head out to begin your exploration.
Tour Style: On this tour you will enjoy sightseeing at all included sights with expert local guides, and all of your travel arrangements are included. You will travel without a tour guide between destinations.
Day 2
Istanbul Sightseeing
Your tour guide will meet you in the hotel lobby at 9:00 for a full-day city tour in Istanbul. Our itinerary includes visits to the Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar, with some free time for lunch. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel at around 17:00, and can enjoy a free evening at your leisure.
Day 3
Istanbul to Cappadocia
Istanbul - Cappadocia. Early this morning, we will transfer from the hotel to the airport for our included flight east to Cappadocia. On arrival, you will meet your guide and embark on a full-day excursion, which includes visits to the Goreme Open Air Museum, Devrent Imagination Valley, Pasabag Monks Valley, and Avanos, with lunch included at a local restaurant. We'll also enjoy a panoramic view of Goreme. Following the tour, we'll transfer to our cave hotel for the next two days, which is hewn into the rock face, with many of the guest rooms located in unique caves.
Day 4
Cappadocia
Your tour guide will meet you in the hotel lobby at 09:30 for another full day of exploring the fairytale landscapes and underground cities of Cappadocia. Highlights of today's tour include visits to Rose Valley, Pigeon Valley, and either Derinkuyu or Kaymakli Underground City. We'll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, followed by stops at Ortahisar Village and Avanos Valley. After the tour, we'll be transferred back to the hotel for another night in Cappadocia. Whilst in Cappadocia, an optional hot air balloon tour will be available, book and pay locally.
Day 5
Fly to Istanbul
Cappadocia - Istanbul. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before hotel check out and a transfer to the airport. You have an included flight back to Istanbul, and our tour arrangements come to an end on arrival back in Istanbul.
What's Included
Meals
Breakfasts: 4, Lunches: 2, Dinners: 0
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
Self GuidedWifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
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