Wonders of Turkey: Istanbul & Cappadocia
7 days · 1 suggested stay
Day 1 — Arrival in Istanbul and introductory evening
(overnight: Istanbul)
Airport Transfer
Transfer from Istanbul Airport (IST) to your central hotel.
Sultanahmet Square
Stroll through the historic heart of Istanbul.
Welcome Dinner
Enjoy traditional Ottoman cuisine with Bosphorus views.
Day 2 — Classic Istanbul historic highlights
(overnight: Istanbul)
Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque
Visit the two most iconic monuments of Istanbul.
Lunch near Grand Bazaar
Taste authentic Turkish kebabs and mezes.
Grand Bazaar Exploration
Wander through one of the largest covered markets in the world.
Dinner in Karakoy
Dine in Istanbul's trendy harbor-side neighborhood.
Day 3 — Bosphorus cruise and palaces
(overnight: Istanbul)
Bosphorus Cruise
Take a scenic ferry ride between Europe and Asia.
Lunch at Eminonu
Try the famous local fish sandwiches (Balik Ekmek).
Topkapi Palace
Explore the opulent home of the Ottoman Sultans.
Dinner in Galata
Enjoy dinner near the illuminated Galata Tower.
Day 4 — Fly to Cappadocia and check in to cave hotel
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Flight to Cappadocia
Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Kayseri (ASR) or Nevsehir (NAV).
Sultan Cave Suites Check-in
Check in to your luxury cave hotel in Goreme.
Lunch in Goreme
Try local pottery kebab (Testi Kebab) cooked in clay.
Sunset Valley Walk
Leisurely walk through Rose Valley for sunset.
Day 5 — Hot air balloons and ancient rock churches
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight
Fly over Cappadocia's surreal valleys at sunrise.
Göreme Open Air Museum
See UNESCO-listed rock-cut churches with frescoes.
Lunch in Uchisar
Dine with views of Uchisar Castle.
Uchisar Castle
Climb the highest point in Cappadocia for panoramic views.
Day 6 — Underground cities and dramatic valleys
(overnight: Cappadocia)
Derinkuyu Underground City
Explore the massive ancient multi-level underground city.
Lunch in Avanos
Eat by the Red River (Kizilirmak) in the pottery town.
Pasabag (Monks Valley)
See the best-formed multi-headed fairy chimneys.
Farewell Dinner
Fine dining in an elegant cave setting.
Day 7 — Return to Istanbul and departure
(overnight: Istanbul)
Morning Leisure in Goreme
Last minute souvenir shopping or terrace relaxation.
Transfer to Kayseri Airport
Shuttle transfer from your hotel to the airport.
Flight to Istanbul
Fly back to Istanbul for your international connection.
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