3-Day Cappadocia & Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul with Flights

Explore Cappadocia’s valleys and underground heritage, then Pamukkale and Hierapolis on a three-day journey from Istanbul, with domestic flights, two hotel nights and English or Spanish guiding.

ENGLISH — THREE DAYS IN CAPPADOCIA & PAMUKKALE

From the sculpted valleys of Cappadocia to Pamukkale’s white terraces, discover two remarkable regions on a three-day journey from Istanbul. Domestic flights, airport transfers, two hotel nights and guided sightseeing make the journey easy to follow. Guiding is available in English or Spanish.

Day 1 — Flight & Northern Cappadocia

An early transfer takes you from your Istanbul hotel to the airport. Check in independently for your domestic flight; on arrival in Cappadocia, meet your driver and begin the northern route. Enjoy Göreme Panorama, the frescoed churches of Göreme Open-Air Museum, Ortahisar, the fairy chimneys of Paşabağ and the imaginative formations of Devrent Valley. After lunch, visit the Red River area and a pottery village to see local craftsmanship; participation in a workshop is optional. Finish with a scenic drive through Love Valley. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Day 2 — Southern Cappadocia & Izmir

An optional sunrise balloon flight is available at an extra charge, subject to weather and operating approval. After breakfast, pickup is between 9:30 and 10:00. Visit Uçhisar Castle and walk approximately four kilometres through the Red and Rose Valleys. Continue to Çavuşin, Kaymaklı Underground City, Pigeon Valley and the Three Beauties. Lunch is included. Transfer to the airport for a connecting flight to Izmir, then meet your driver for the hotel transfer. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in the Izmir/Kuşadası area.

Day 3 — Pamukkale & Return to Istanbul

After breakfast, pickup is scheduled between 7:30 and 8:00. Discover the travertine terraces and thermal landscape of Pamukkale, then explore Hierapolis and its necropolis. Swimming in Cleopatra’s Pool is optional and charged separately. Following lunch, transfer to the airport for your flight to Istanbul. Meet your driver at the first gate exit for your hotel transfer. Breakfast and lunch included. The tour ends in Istanbul; Istanbul accommodation is not included.

HOTELS & PRICES

Economical: Aura Cave / Garden Inn in Cappadocia and Istankoy / Sözer in Kuşadası, or similar. Base price EUR 845 per adult; seasonal price EUR 1,081.

Comfort: Doors of Cappadocia / Avilla Cave in Cappadocia and Ilayda Avantgarde / Efe Boutique in Kuşadası, or similar. Base price EUR 1,075 per adult; seasonal price EUR 1,182.50.

High-Class: Kayakapi Premium Caves / Yunak Evleri in Cappadocia and DoubleTree by Hilton / Charisma Deluxe in Kuşadası, or similar. Base price EUR 1,425 per adult; seasonal price EUR 1,567.50.

One night in Cappadocia and one night in the Izmir/Kuşadası area. Hotels may be replaced by similar-quality properties. Prices are per person with two adults sharing a twin or queen room. The seasonal prices listed above apply every year from 1 March through 31 October. Maximum sightseeing group size: 15 guests.

BOOKING & PAYMENT

Each reservation requires at least two adults aged 12+. Infants under two travel free without a separate flight seat or extra bed. Child prices for ages 2–5 and 6–11 are shown for the selected date during booking. Book at least two days before departure. Automatic confirmation and full payment in one transaction.

CANCELLATION

Cancellation must be requested in writing by email. More than 7 days before departure: full refund (no cancellation fee). 7 days or less, but more than 2 days before departure: 30% cancellation fee and 70% refund. 2 days or less before departure, or no-show: 100% cancellation fee and no refund.

What's included?

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• Domestic flights for Istanbul–Cappadocia, Cappadocia–Izmir via a connection, and return to Istanbul, with the listed 15 kg baggage allowance.

• Airport and hotel transfers described in the itinerary.

• Two hotel nights in the selected category: one in Cappadocia and one in the Izmir/Kuşadası area, with breakfast. Twin or queen room shared by two adults.

• Guided North and South Cappadocia, Pamukkale sightseeing.

• Lunch on all three sightseeing days.

• Entrance fees for the listed sights, excluding the optional Cleopatra Pool.

• Professional English- or Spanish-speaking guide.

ESPAÑOL

• Vuelos nacionales Estambul–Capadocia, Capadocia–Izmir con conexión y regreso a Estambul, con la franquicia indicada de 15 kg de equipaje.

• Traslados de aeropuerto y hotel descritos en el programa.

• Dos noches de hotel: una en Capadocia y una en la zona de Izmir/Kuşadası, con desayuno. Habitación compartida por dos adultos, con camas individuales o cama queen.

• Visitas guiadas del norte y sur de Capadocia, Pamukkale.

• Almuerzo durante los tres días de visitas.

• Entradas a los lugares indicados, excepto la Piscina de Cleopatra opcional.

• Guía profesional en inglés o español.

Exclusions

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• Optional hot-air balloon flight and pottery workshop.

• Optional swimming admission to Cleopatra’s Pool.

• Drinks, dinners, tips and personal expenses.

• Medical and travel insurance.

• International flights and accommodation in Istanbul.

ESPAÑOL

• Vuelo en globo y taller de cerámica opcionales.

• Entrada opcional para bañarse en la Piscina de Cleopatra.

• Bebidas, cenas, propinas y gastos personales.

• Seguro médico y de viaje.

• Vuelos internacionales y alojamiento en Estambul.

Please note

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Minimum two adults aged 12+ per booking. Prices are per person in a twin or queen room shared by two adults. Under two: free without a separate flight seat or extra bed; child prices are shown during booking.

Book at least two days before departure. Automatic confirmation and full payment in one transaction. Seasonal prices apply from 1 March to 31 October.

English and Spanish guiding are available; choose your language when booking. Domestic baggage allowance: 15 kg. Self-check-in is required for the outbound flight. Flight and pickup details will be provided before departure. The Cappadocia–Izmir flight involves a connection.

The southern Cappadocia route includes an approximately four-kilometre walk. Archaeological sites and terraces have uneven surfaces. Contact us before booking if you require accessibility assistance.

Balloon flights are optional, cost extra and depend on weather and operating approval. Cleopatra Pool swimming and the pottery workshop are optional extras. Hotels may be replaced by similar-quality properties. Two nights are included; Istanbul accommodation is excluded.

ESPAÑOL

Reserva mínima: dos adultos de 12 años o más. Precio por persona con dos adultos compartiendo habitación con camas individuales o cama queen. Menores de dos años gratis sin asiento de avión ni cama adicional; las tarifas infantiles se muestran al reservar.

Reserve al menos dos días antes de la salida. Confirmación automática y pago completo en una sola transacción. Las tarifas de temporada se aplican del 1 de marzo al 31 de octubre.

Guía en inglés o español; seleccione su idioma al reservar. Equipaje nacional: 15 kg. Facturación del vuelo de salida por su cuenta. Los horarios se facilitarán antes de viajar. El vuelo Capadocia–Izmir incluye una conexión.

La ruta del sur de Capadocia incluye una caminata de unos cuatro kilómetros. Los yacimientos y terrazas presentan superficies irregulares. Consulte antes de reservar si necesita asistencia de accesibilidad.

El globo es opcional, con suplemento y sujeto al tiempo y autorización operativa. La Piscina de Cleopatra y el taller de cerámica se pagan aparte. Los hoteles pueden sustituirse por otros similares. Incluye dos noches; alojamiento en Estambul excluido.

La cancelación debe solicitarse por escrito por correo electrónico. Más de 7 días antes de la salida: reembolso completo, sin penalización. Con 7 días o menos, pero más de 2 días: penalización del 30% y reembolso del 70%. Con 2 días o menos o por no presentarse: penalización del 100%, sin reembolso.