6 Days: Istanbul & Cappadocia

Tour overview:

This 6-day journey highlights the essence of Turkey’s culture, history, and natural beauty. Explore Istanbul’s majestic palaces, iconic mosques, and vibrant bazaars before flying to the enchanting landscapes of Cappadocia. Wander among surreal fairy chimneys, admire ancient cave churches and hidden underground cities, and witness traditional pottery-making. A captivating blend of heritage, artistry, and adventure—perfect for travelers seeking an authentic and unforgettable Turkish experience.

Day 1 - Arrival

Transfer to your hotel, the rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 2 - Full Day Istanbul

Breakfast in your hotel, visit Topkapi Museum, Blue Mosque Hipodrome, Hagia Sophia (just from outside), Grand Bazaar (B)

Day 3 - Half Day Bosphorous

After breakfast, visit Spice Market and take a boat for the cruise along the Bosphorous. (B)

Day 4 - Cappadocia

Arrive in Kayseri Airport and visit to Devrent Valley where various types of fairy chimneys are abundant. We will walk through this amazing valley. Thereafter visit Pasabagi (Monk's Valley) with multiple stems and caps, peculiar to this area. After visiting Pasabagi, drive to Avanos which is known for the pottery, a craft dating back to the Hittite period. The red clay which is worked by local craftsmen comes from the residue in the Kizilirmak River, the longest river of Turkey. Further to the time for lunch proceed to Goreme Open Air Museum (Dark Church is excluded; entrance requires additional admission fee) to visit the churches, chapels and monasteries carved into the fairy chimneys from the 10th to the 13th centuries with frescos painted on the walls. Thereafter time to take photos in the neighboring valleys before going back to the hotels.(BLD)

Day 5 - Cappadocia.

Meet at the hotel lobby in the morning and drive to Ihlara Valley, created from the ashes of the volcanic Mt. Hasan. After hiking through the valley, which is watered with Melendiz River by Belisirma, proceed to Selime with hollowed out citadel and churches where fairy chimneys rest on the steep hillside. Stop at Yaprakhisar village to take photos. In the afternoon, visit to Derinkuyu Underground Village where dwellings with stables, cellars, storage rooms, refectories, churches and wineries were used as refuges for the Christian communities. Thereafter transfer to your hotel. (BLD)

Day 6 - Return Transfer

After breakfast transfer to the airport for the morning flight.(B)