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Istanbul and Cappadocia Explorer Tour

Embark on a captivating 5-day journey through Turkey! Begin in Istanbul, exploring the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the vibrant Grand Bazaar, plus a scenic Bosphorus cruise between continents. Then, fly to Cappadocia to marvel at its unique fairy chimneys and ancient cave dwellings, with an optional hot air balloon ride offering breathtaking views. This tour is perfect for experiencing Turkey’s iconic historical and natural wonders.

Tour Highlights

  • Istanbul – Old City – UNESCO Heritage site
  • Istanbul – Hippodrome
  • Istanbul – St. Sophia Museum
  • Istanbul – Blue Mosque
  • Istanbul – Topkapi Palace (Hagia Irene and Harem) – (closed Tuesdays, replaced with the Underground Cistern)
  • Istanbul – Grand Bazaar – (closed Sundays)
  • Istanbul – Bosphorus Cruise
  • Cappadocia – Overnight
  • Göreme – UNESCO Heritage site
  • Göreme – Open Air Museum
  • Cappadocia – Uchisar – Citadel
  • Cappadocia – Paşabağ – Fairy Chimneys
  • Cappadocia – Devrent Valley
Price from

$3,105.00

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Tour Information

Inclusions:

  • Professional English-speaking local tour guides at each site
  • Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
  • Domestic flight between Istanbul and Cappadocia and transfers
  • Domestic flight between Cappadocia and Istanbul and transfers
  • Bosphorus Cruise
  • Tips except Driver and Guide
  • Entrance fees
  • 4 nights accommodation
  • 4 breakfasts

Departures:

This tour is available on any day of the year

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Istanbul! You will be welcomed by a Fez Travel representative and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours, free to explore. Option: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise is available.

Day 2

Duration: 9 am to 4 pm.
Visit the most important popular sites of Istanbul in one full day tour.
St. Sophia (also known as Hagia Sophia and Aya Sofya), Byzantine Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace (including Hagia Irene and the Harem) (closed Tuesdays) and Grand Bazaar. We also visit a carpet display room and learn how carpets are made by hand.

Day 3

After breakfast, we will visit Spice Bazaar and cruise along the Bosphorus and sailing between Europe and Asia. After lunch, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cappadocia. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel.

Day 4

Option: Hot Air Balloon flight will be available this morning.
After breakfast, we will visit Goreme Open air museum, Uchisar Castle, Devrent Valley and the fairy chimneys.

Please note: Due to the steep and challenging climb, entrance to the Castle and the ascent to the top are not included in the tour. The castle will be visited from below, offering stunning views and photo opportunities without the need to enter or climb.

Day 5

After your breakfast, transferred to the airport in Cappadocia for your flight to Istanbul where our services conclude.