7-Day Istanbul & Cappadocia
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Embark on a unique seven-day journey during which you'll encounter two of Turkey's most iconic destinations - Istanbul and Cappadocia.
You'll begin your trip with an extraordinary cultural experience in the city where east meets west, the city of Istanbul. The city's long-standing history that has seen many different conquerors has contributed to its rich diversity today. With a local guide, you'll discover the best of Istanbul from its delicious cuisine to its impressive monuments.
Moving on, you'll travel from Istanbul to Cappadocia, a region which makes you feel like you could be in outer space. You'll spend time exploring the north and south of Cappadocia with a local guide and you'll top off your experience with a hot air balloon ride at sunrise - a bucket-list-worthy experience!
You'll begin your trip with an extraordinary cultural experience in the city where east meets west, the city of Istanbul. The city's long-standing history that has seen many different conquerors has contributed to its rich diversity today. With a local guide, you'll discover the best of Istanbul from its delicious cuisine to its impressive monuments.
Moving on, you'll travel from Istanbul to Cappadocia, a region which makes you feel like you could be in outer space. You'll spend time exploring the north and south of Cappadocia with a local guide and you'll top off your experience with a hot air balloon ride at sunrise - a bucket-list-worthy experience!
Itinerary
Day 1
Welcome to Istanbul!
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Upon arrival in Istanbul, you'll be welcomed by your driver and transferred to your hotel. After checking in, you'll have the rest of the day to relax in your hotel or head out to explore Istanbul by yourself.
Accommodation
Levni Hotel & Spa★5 star
Activities
IstanbulOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Istanbul Airport to İstanbul
Destinations
Fatih
Istanbul
Day 2
City Tour of Istanbul & Turkish Bath Experience
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After breakfast this morning, your guide will pick you up from your hotel for a full-day tour of the old city of Istanbul. During the tour, you will visit Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome and finally, the Grand Bazaar where you can haggle and shop 'til you drop. At the end of the tour, you'll be dropped off back at your hotel. In the evening, you will enjoy a typical Turkish bath experience with a 40-minute massage and traditional bath atmosphere.
Accommodation
Levni Hotel & Spa★5 star
Activities
Hagia Sophia
Topkapi Palace
Sultan Ahmed Mosque
Hippodrome of Constantinople
Grand Bazaar
Turkish Bath Experience
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Fatih
Istanbul
Day 3
Spice Market, Bosphorus Cruise & Local Food Tour
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After breakfast, you'll be picked up from your hotel for a full-day city tour of Istanbul. During the tour, you'll visit the Spice Market, one of the most famous covered shopping complexes in Istanbul, after the Grand Bazaar. The market is home to 85 stalls selling various spices, Turkish delight, sweets, jewellery, souvenirs, and dried fruits and nuts. Afterwards, you'll jump on a two-hour private yacht cruise on the Bosphorus followed by a local tastes food tour in the afternoon.
Accommodation
Levni Hotel & Spa★5 star
Activities
Spice Bazaar
Private Yacht Cruise on Bosphorus
15 July Martyrs Bridge (Bosphorus Bridge)
Local Tastes Food Tour of Istanbul
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Fatih
Istanbul
Üsküdar
Day 4
Fly to Kayseri & Full-Day North Cappadocia Tour
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This morning you'll check out early and transfer to the airport for your flight to Kayseri airport. Upon arrival, you'll be met by your driver and guide who will take you to Cappadocia, one of the most famous areas of Turkey. You'll then embark on a full-day North Cappadocia tour during which you'll visit Devrent Valley, Goreme Openair Museum, Pasabag Valley and Avanos Village. After the tour, you will be dropped off at your premium cave hotel. A horse ride can be arranged for sunset.
Accommodation
Kayakapi Premium Caves Cappadocia★5 star
Activities
Devrent Valley
Göreme
Pashabag Valley
Avanos
Transportations
Private Driver from İstanbul to Istanbul Airport
Plane from Istanbul Airport to Kayseri
Private Driver from Kayseri to Cappadocia
Private Driver from Avanos to Kayakapi Premium Caves - Cappadocia
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Fatih
Nevşehir
Avanos
Ürgüp
Day 5
Hot Air Balloon Ride & Full-Day South Cappadocia Tour
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Early in the morning, you'll head out for your hot air balloon ride at sunrise, a must-do in Cappadocia. As you rise into the silent morning, you'll be surrounded by others rising up with a beautiful view of this unique landscape. Your driver will collect you for your full-day South Cappadocia tour, during which you'll visit Kaymaklı Underground Museum, Kızılcukur Valley, Cavusin Village and the Pigeon House. After the tour, you'll be taken to the airport for your return flight to Istanbul.
Accommodation
Levni Hotel & Spa★5 star
Activities
Balloon Ride over Cappadocia
Kaymakli Underground City
Kizilcukur Valley
Çavuşin
Pigeon Valley
Transportations
Private Driver from Cappadocia to Kayseri
Plane from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport to Istanbul Airport
Private Driver from Istanbul Airport to Levni Hotel & Spa
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Ürgüp
Yeşilhisar
Kaymakli Underground City
Nevşehir
Çavuşin
Fatih
Day 6
Free Day to Explore Istanbul
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Today, you'll have the entire day free to spend as you wish in Istanbul; this will be your chance to visit any of the landmarks or key sights you have yet been able to. Visiting Istanbul is nothing short of an extraordinary cultural experience. Due to its strategic location, it’s east meets west theme permeates every corner of the city. From its endless list of minarets to its mosaic-adorned Byzantine churches to its famously hospitable people, a trip to Istanbul is on to remember for most.
Accommodation
Levni Hotel & Spa★5 star
Activities
IstanbulOptional Activity
Dolmabahce PalaceOptional Activity
Golden HornOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Fatih
Istanbul
Turkey
Day 7
Goodbye Istanbul
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Today your trip from Istanbul to Cappadocia comes to an end. When you're ready, your driver will transfer you to the airport for your departing flight.
Transportations
Private Driver from İstanbul to Istanbul Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Fatih
Included in Price
- 6 nights accommodation
- 19 activities
- 6 breakfasts and 4 lunches
- Airport transfer
- Domestic flights
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
Not Included in Price
- Alcohol beverages
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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