Istanbul & Cappadocia Highlights

5 days · 5 suggested stays

Day 1 — Arrive in Istanbul and explore the historic Sultanahmet district. (overnight: Istanbul)

Basilica Cistern
Mystical underground water reservoir with Medusa heads.
Blue Mosque
Iconic Ottoman mosque with six minarets.
Grand Bazaar
Massive covered market with spices and crafts.
Blue House Hostel — Visit site — More hotels
Budget-friendly stay in Sultanahmet.

Day 2 — More Istanbul sights then fly to Cappadocia. (overnight: Istanbul)

Suleymaniye Mosque
Stunning mosque with panoramic city views.
Flight to Cappadocia
Domestic flight from Istanbul to Nevşehir.
Goreme Sunset Point
Scenic viewpoint over fairy chimneys.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel — Visit site — More hotels
Traditional cave hotel in Goreme.

Day 3 — Explore Göreme Open Air Museum and valleys. (overnight: Cappadocia)

Göreme Open Air Museum
Ancient rock-cut churches with frescoes.
Love Valley
Hike through unique phallic rock formations.
Avanos
Historic town known for pottery making.
Goreme Cave Lodge — Visit site — More hotels
Rest in your cave hotel.

Day 4 — Visit underground cities and Uchisar Castle. (overnight: Cappadocia)

Kaymakli Underground City
Vast subterranean city carved into tuff.
Uchisar Castle
Volcanic fortress with 360-degree views.
Red Valley Hike
Scenic hike through red-hued canyons.
Goreme Cave Lodge — Visit site — More hotels
Enjoy dinner at the lodge.

Day 5 — Morning stroll and departure from Cappadocia. (overnight: Cappadocia)

Pasabag Monks Valley
Valley with mushroom-shaped rock formations.
Pigeon Valley
Walk through tunnels and past rock pigeons.
Departure Transfer
Transfer to Nevşehir airport for flight.
Goreme Cave Lodge — Visit site — More hotels
Check out and final rest.

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