Itinerary
- Day 1
Istanbul
You'll arrive in Istanbul and head to your hotel to get settled. Since you've just traveled, the rest of the day is free for you to rest and adjust to the time zone. It's a good idea to grab an early dinner and get some sleep before starting your explorations tomorrow.
- Day 2
Istanbul
Meet your guide at 09:00 for a full day walking through Istanbul's main attractions. You'll see Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar. There's free time during lunch so you can try whatever you'd like, then you'll head back to your hotel around 17:00. It's a packed day, so wear comfortable shoes.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Istanbul
- Visit Topkapi Palace
- Visit Hagia Sophia
- Visit Blue Mosque
- Visit Hippodrome
- Visit Grand Bazaar
Landmarks/POIs Topkapi Palace Hagia Sophia Blue Mosque Hippodrome Grand Bazaar - Day 3
Istanbul
This day is yours to spend however you like in Istanbul. If you want something organized, there's an optional half-day Bosphorus Cruise available, which gives you great views from the water. You could also check out the Spice Market to walk through the stalls and get a feel for the traditional shops and all the different scents.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Optional Activities
- Half Day Bosphorus Cruise Tour through the waterway separating Europe and Asia, with opportunities to photograph marble palaces, ancient wooden Ottoman villas, and modern residentials
- Spice Market visit - experience mystical smells of various spices and shops selling fruits, vegetables, flowers, and fish
Landmarks/POIs Bosphorus Spice Market - Day 4
Istanbul to Cappadocia
You'll transfer to Istanbul Airport for your flight to Cappadocia. After landing, your guide will be waiting to start a full day tour. You'll see the Goreme Open Air Museum, Devrent Imagination Valley, Pasabag Monks Valley, and stop in Avanos and at Goreme Panorama. By evening you'll be transferred to your hotel in the region.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia (Economy seat)
- Guided city tour of Cappadocia
- Visit Goreme Open Air Museum
- Visit Devrent Imagination Valley
- Visit Pasabag Monks Valley
- Visit Avanos
- Visit Goreme Panorama
Landmarks/POIs Goreme Open Air Museum Devrent Imagination Valley Pasabag Monks Valley Avanos Goreme Panorama - Day 5
Cappadocia
Meet your guide at 09:30 for another full day exploring the area. You'll walk through Rose Valley and Pigeon Valley, then go down into either Derinkuyu or Kaymakli Underground City to see how people lived in ancient times. After that, you'll visit Ortahisar Village and Avanos Valley. Lunch at a local restaurant is included, then you'll return to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Cappadocia
- Visit Rose Valley
- Visit Pigeon Valley
- Visit Derinkuyu or Kaymakli Underground City
- Visit Ortahisar Village
- Visit Avanos Valley
- Lunch at local restaurant
Landmarks/POIs Rose Valley Pigeon Valley Derinkuyu Underground City Ortahisar Village Avanos Valley - Day 6
Cappadocia to Istanbul
Head to Cappadocia Airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Once you land and clear the airport, your tour is complete. You'll have time to grab a bite before heading home or catching a connecting flight, depending on your schedule.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul (Economy seat)
