Istanbul & Cappadocia Tour
- Istanbul, Turkey - Asia | Europe
AED 4099
/ Person
AED 4099
6 Days
City Break
Twin Sharing
English, Turkish
A historically history region with some of the greatest cuisine you will ever experience, landscape ranging from beaches to mountains, and the magnificent city of Istanbul. A series of historical characters and civilizations, including the Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans, have all left their imprint on this old Silk Road stopover. Experiencing their legacy takes you from the sultan’s and his harem’s private chambers in Istanbul’s huge Topkap Palace to the lovely and enigmatic Lycian ruins on Mediterranean beaches.
Turkey’s varied landscapes, ranging from Aegean olive fields to eastern steppe, create a beautiful backdrop for the country’s numerous famous ruins. The vertiginous Mediterranean coastline, Cappadocia’s otherworldly ‘fairy chimney’ rock formations and wavy valleys, the alpine meadows of the Kaçkar Mountains, and golden beaches such as the 18km-long Patara present some of the country’s most spectacular views. Whether you sip a çay and gaze out over mountain-ringed Lake Eirdir or explore the rugged hinterland on the southwest coast’s various peninsulas, Turkey’s beauty will leave an indelible impact.
Upon your arrival in Istanbul, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel in the old city. A welcome package with tour vouchers, an Istanbul map, and any other touristic information will be waiting for you upon arrival at your hotel. Free time is given for the rest of the day. Overnight in Istanbul
Today you will have a full-day guided tour of the Hagia Sophia Mosque, the pride of the Byzantine architecture Byzantine Hippodrome, where chariot races were held Blue Mosque, famous for its blue Iznik tiles Grand Bazaar, Turkeys largest covered market with 4000 shops
Topkapi Palace, former residence of Ottoman Sultans
Overnight in Istanbul
In the morning, we will visit the Spice Market, where locals still shop for herbs and spices from all over the world. Then, embark on a cruise along the Bosphorus, the unique winding strait separating two continents. After lunch, we will visit Camlica Hill and Beylerbeyi Palace, the summer residence of Ottoman Sultans used in the 19th century.
Overnight in Istanbul
Pick up from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport with your private car and driver. You will take a direct flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia, which is about 1 hour. Upon arrival, you will meet with your private car and driver and be transferred to your hotel in Cappadocia. The rest of the day is free time to explore at your leisure. Overnight in Cappadocia
Book an early morning optional hot air balloon tour to enjoy the magnificent view of the valleys and the region. After breakfast, we will visit Devrent and Pasabagi valleys, to see the amazing fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. Then head to the pottery town of Avanos. Watch the potters at work using kick wheels, a technique that has remained unchanged for generations. After lunch, visit Goreme Open Air Museum for the world’s most important Byzantine cave churches and the best-preserved cave wall paintings and frescos. Finally, you will be driven to Uchisar Castle, the highest point of the region, where we will have a fabulous panoramic view over Cappadocia. Overnight in Cappadocia
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Istanbul and our tour concludes upon arrival to Istanbul. You can connect to your outbound flight.
It’s a Big World Out There Go Explore.