7-Day Istanbul and Cappadocia Highlights
7 days · 1 suggested stay
Day 1 — Arrival in Istanbul and start of 8-Day Istanbul and Cappadocia Tour.
(overnight: Istanbul)
8-Day Istanbul and Cappadocia Tour
Guided tour covering Istanbul and Cappadocia highlights.
Day 2 — Full day exploring Istanbul's historic peninsula.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque
Visit the iconic Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque.
Grand Bazaar
Explore one of the world's largest covered markets.
Day 3 — Fly to Cappadocia and explore Göreme Open Air Museum.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Flight to Cappadocia
Domestic flight from Istanbul to Kayseri.
Göreme Open Air Museum
Rock-cut churches and frescoes from Byzantine era.
Sultan Cave Suites
Unique cave hotel experience in Göreme.
Day 4 — Hot air balloon ride and exploration of Cappadocia valleys.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Hot Air Balloon Ride
Sunrise flight over fairy chimneys and valleys.
Love Valley & Devrent Valley
Hike among unique rock formations.
Day 5 — Day trip to Ephesus, an essential ancient site.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Flight to Izmir & Transfer to Ephesus
Domestic flight and transfer to Ephesus ruins.
Ephesus Ancient City
Walk through Roman ruins including Library of Celsus.
Return Flight to Cappadocia
Fly back to Kayseri from Izmir.
Day 6 — Explore underground city and free time in Cappadocia.
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Kaymakli Underground City
Multi-level underground dwelling from Byzantine era.
Free Afternoon in Göreme
Leisure time to explore town or relax.
Day 7 — Departure from Cappadocia to Istanbul for return flight.
(overnight: Istanbul)
Flight to Istanbul
Domestic flight from Kayseri to Istanbul.
Free Time in Istanbul
Last-minute sightseeing or souvenir shopping.
Transfer to Istanbul Airport
Taxi or Havabus to IST for departure.
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