Istanbul & Cappadocia Highlights

5 days · 5 suggested stays

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

Hagia Sophia
Visit the iconic Byzantine cathedral turned mosque.
Blue Mosque
Stunning Ottoman mosque with six minarets.
Basilica Cistern
Underground water reservoir with Medusa heads.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel — More hotels
Central hotel in the historic heart of Istanbul.

Day 2 — Continue Istanbul exploration with palaces and bazaars. (overnight: Istanbul)

Topkapi Palace
Ottoman sultans' palace with Harem views.
Grand Bazaar
One of the largest covered markets in the world.
Bosphorus Cruise
Scenic boat tour between Europe and Asia.
Sultanahmet Palace Hotel — More hotels
Central hotel in the historic heart of Istanbul.

Day 3 — Fly to Cappadocia and explore Goreme Open Air Museum. (overnight: Cappadocia)

Flight to Cappadocia
Domestic flight from Istanbul to Nevşehir.
Göreme Open Air Museum
Ancient rock-cut churches with frescoes.
Uchisar Castle
Volcanic fortress with panoramic valley views.
Sultan Cave Suites — More hotels
Luxury cave hotel in Göreme.

Day 4 — Valley hike and underground city exploration. (overnight: Cappadocia)

Derinkuyu Underground City
Massive ancient subterranean city complex.
Red Valley Hike
Scenic hiking trail through red rock formations.
Goreme Sunset Point
Best vantage point for sunset views.
Sultan Cave Suites — More hotels
Luxury cave hotel in Göreme.

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

Pigeon Valley
Valley filled with carved pigeon houses.
Avanos
Traditional pottery town on the Red River.
Departure Transfer
Transfer to Nevşehir or Kayseri Airport.
Sultan Cave Suites — More hotels
Check-out and final breakfast.

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