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- Platinum Operator
- City of Sultans
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 1 - 15
- Age range 1 to 99
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Istanbul's historic sites and bazaars
- Cruise the Bosphorus and photograph two continents
- Discover Cappadocia's fairy-tale landscapes
- Tour underground cities and unique rock valleys
- Enjoy local cuisine in traditional villages
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Arrival to Istanbul / Meet and Pick up / Transfer to Hotel
- Day 2 Byzantine & Ottoman Relics Tour (Best of Istanbul City Tour)
- Day 3 OPTIONAL = Bosphorus Cruise Tour
- Day 4 Flight to Cappadocia / Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia Tour
- Day 5 Underground Cities of Cappadocia Tour
- Day 6 Flight to Istanbul / Tour Ends
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Flights
- Guide
- Meals
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Recital Hotel Sultanahmet
HotelDays 1, 2, 3Upgrade AvailableArte Cave Hotel
HotelDays 4, 5Upgrade Available
Adventure Type
- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Group of 15 travelers max.
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
Operated by
City of Sultans
Number of tours
29
Age Range
1 to 99 years old
Response time
12 hours
Response rate
100%
'A' Group Ground Tour Operator in Turkey. Our services includes Private...
Read moreCustomer Reviews
- Overall RatingRather poor
- ItineraryBad
- GuideGood
- TransportRather poor
- AccommodationAverage
- FoodAverage
- CACorinne· November 2nd, 2024This was not a traditional tour with other people; it was just me. Don't waste your time/money on this. Expensive commissions to two travel agencies (City of Sultans and Tourradar). The only service I got was bookings for hotels, accommodations, transportation and local tours that I could have booked myself for a lot cheaper. I also spent 3 days on my own with no activities. Transportation was supposed to be included from AP, but they wouldn't pick me up at the train station on my arrival to Istanbul. Excuse was their insurance wouldn't cover it. This of course is a bunch of BS.Show more
City of Sultans commented on this reviewThank you very much for sharing your feedback about your recent experience with our tour. We regret that your experience did not align with your expectations, and we acknowledge the concerns you raised. We understand that you felt the structure of the... Show moreTrip date: August 2024
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- Instant ConfirmationFrom Friday20 Jun, 2025To Wednesday25 Jun, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,125
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Saturday21 Jun, 2025To Thursday26 Jun, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,125
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday22 Jun, 2025To Friday27 Jun, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,125
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday23 Jun, 2025To Saturday28 Jun, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,125
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Tuesday24 Jun, 2025To Sunday29 Jun, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,125
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Wednesday25 Jun, 2025To Monday30 Jun, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,125
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Thursday26 Jun, 2025To Tuesday1 Jul, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,125
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Friday27 Jun, 2025To Wednesday2 Jul, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,125
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Saturday28 Jun, 2025To Thursday3 Jul, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,125
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday29 Jun, 2025To Friday4 Jul, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,125
What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- A
Andy
Asked on January 27th, 2025How much extra for the ballon ride, boat cruise and e tra tees to the sites? Is there a balloon watching option?
City of SultansOperator•Written January 2025The price for the hot air balloon would be 349 USD / Per Person. The Bosphorus Cruise would be 85 USD / Per Person. The entrance fees are currently as follows: Goreme Museum: 20 EUR, Underground City: 13 EUR, Zelve & Pasabag Valley: 12 EUR, Hagia Sophia: 25 EUR, Topkapi Palace: 2000 TL
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Paulina
Asked on January 12th, 2025Can I pay for some activities in cash?
- City of SultansOperator•Written January 2025
Yes, you can pay cash to the guide for certain activities if needed.
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Globe
Asked on October 15th, 2024What airport will I arrive at in Istanbul?
- City of SultansOperator•Written October 2024
The flight will arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST).
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Esther
Asked on July 8th, 2024What is included in the price of the accommodation?
- City of SultansOperator•Written July 2024
The price includes breakfast and all taxes for the accommodation.
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Tonya
Asked on May 23rd, 2024When will I receive the final tour documents?
- City of SultansOperator•Written May 2024
Final tour documents will be sent out by mid-week prior to your trip.
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Bettina
Asked on April 25th, 2024What day is the hot air balloon ride scheduled for during the tour?
- City of SultansOperator•Written April 2024
The hot air balloon ride is scheduled for Day 5 of the tour.
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Jacklyn
Asked on April 19th, 2024Are meals included in the tour?
- City of SultansOperator•Written April 2024
Breakfast is included with your accommodation, but other meals may vary depending on the tour itinerary.
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Alice
Asked on April 13th, 2024What day in the itinerary do you get a chance to do the hot air balloon ride?
- City of SultansOperator•Written April 2024
The hot air balloon ride would be booked on Day 5 of your tour.
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Pauline
Asked on April 9th, 2024What days are the markets closed in Turkey? Do you offer triple accommodation and are hotels in the city center?
- City of SultansOperator•Written April 2024
We offer triple accommodation, and the hotels are within the city center. The hot air balloon ride is optional and would be on Day 5 of the tour. The markets are closed on Sundays in Turkey.
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Pauline
Traveler•Written April 2024What is the best day to start our tour to avoid the markets being closed in Istanbul? What is the cost of the hot air balloon rides? If we plan our own hot air balloon ride do we get free time from your tour to do that? If we want an extra day in Istanbul after getting back from Cappadocia what would the cost be for the hotel and transfers?
- City of SultansOperator•Written April 2024
The best date to start would be the 26th of June, Wednesday, as the feast of sacrifice would be ongoing on the 19th and 20th of June. The hot air balloon ride costs 325 USD per person. One night of triple room accommodation in Istanbul would cost 160 USD per night. Arrival transfer is 120 USD including greeting service. Departure transfer is 100 USD per way.
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Pauline
Traveler•Written April 2024If we come on 21st June will the sacrifice time be over? If we extend our trip by a day, what would be the total cost?
- City of SultansOperator•Written April 2024
The feast of sacrifice celebrations would be over on the 21st of June. The total cost would be 380 USD if you are arriving and departing at the same time from the hotel.
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Kim
Asked on April 6th, 2024How can I check the availability of extra nights after the tour?
- City of SultansOperator•Written April 2024
Post-tour accommodation can be booked depending on the hotel's availability.
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