5-Day Istanbul & Cappadocia Tour with Domestic Flights

Explore Istanbul’s Old City and the valleys of Cappadocia on a five-day journey with four hotel nights, domestic flights and English or Spanish guiding.

ENGLISH — ISTANBUL & CAPPADOCIA IN FIVE DAYS

Discover Istanbul’s historic heart and Cappadocia’s remarkable landscapes in one five-day journey. Explore Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks on a guided walking tour, then fly to Cappadocia for its fairy chimneys, rock-cut churches and underground heritage. The package includes four hotel nights, domestic flights and listed transfers, with English or Spanish guiding.

Day 1 — Arrival in Istanbul

On arrival in Istanbul, meet our representative for your transfer to the hotel. Receive a briefing about your five-day journey, then enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to explore the city independently. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 2 — Istanbul Old City Walking Tour

After breakfast, meet your guide in the hotel lobby for a walking tour of Istanbul’s historic centre. Visit Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome, including the Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column and German Fountain. Explore the Grand Bazaar and Topkapı Palace, discovering the city’s Byzantine and Ottoman heritage along the way. Lunch is included. Return transfer to your hotel after the tour. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 3 — Fly to Cappadocia & Explore the North

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 4 — Southern Cappadocia & Return to Istanbul

An optional sunrise hot-air balloon flight is available at an additional 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 your return flight to Istanbul, where your driver meets you for the hotel transfer. Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Istanbul.

Day 5 — Departure from Istanbul

Check out of your hotel and transfer to Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), according to your flight schedule. Complete airport check-in independently. Our services end at the airport.

HOTELS & PRICES

Economical: Zeynep Sultan in Istanbul and Aura Cave / Garden Inn in Cappadocia, or similar. Base price EUR 975 per adult; seasonal price EUR 1,092.

Comfort: Yaşmak Sultan / Erboy in Istanbul and Design Cave / Avilla Cave in Cappadocia, or similar. Base price EUR 1,260; seasonal price EUR 1,386.

High-Class: Vogue Supreme / Fer in Istanbul and Kayakapi Premium Caves / Yunak Evleri in Cappadocia, or similar. Base price EUR 1,580; seasonal price EUR 1,738.

Four hotel nights with breakfast: three in Istanbul and one in Cappadocia. 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 from 1 March through 31 October every year. Maximum sightseeing group size: 15 guests.

BOOKING & PAYMENT

A minimum of two adults aged 12+ is required. 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. Confirmation is automatic and full payment is collected 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?

ENGLISH

• Four hotel nights with breakfast: three in Istanbul and one in Cappadocia, in your selected category or similar. Shared twin or queen room for two adults.

• Return domestic flights between Istanbul and Cappadocia, with 15 kg baggage allowance.

• Airport transfers listed in the itinerary, including arrival in Istanbul and departure from IST or SAW on Day 5.

• Guided Istanbul Old City walking tour and North and South Cappadocia tours.

• Lunch on the three sightseeing days; vegetarian, vegan and halal options available.

• Entrance fees for the sights and museums listed in the itinerary.

• Professional English- or Spanish-speaking guide.

ESPAÑOL

• Cuatro noches con desayuno: tres en Estambul y una en Capadocia, en la categoría seleccionada o similar. Habitación compartida por dos adultos con camas individuales o cama queen.

• Vuelos nacionales de ida y vuelta entre Estambul y Capadocia, con 15 kg de equipaje.

• Traslados de aeropuerto indicados, incluida la llegada a Estambul y la salida desde IST o SAW el día 5.

• Visita guiada a pie por el casco antiguo de Estambul y rutas del norte y sur de Capadocia.

• Almuerzo en los tres días de visitas; opciones vegetarianas, veganas y halal disponibles.

• Entradas a los lugares y museos del programa.

• Guía profesional en inglés o español.

Please note

ENGLISH

Minimum booking: two adults aged 12+. Per-person prices 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 through 31 October.

English and Spanish guiding are available. Please specify your language and room preference when booking. Domestic flight baggage allowance: 15 kg. Airport self-check-in is required. Flight and pickup details will be provided before departure.

The Istanbul visit is a walking tour; South Cappadocia includes an approximately four-kilometre walk over uneven terrain. Contact us before booking if you require accessibility assistance.

The balloon flight and pottery workshop are optional extras. Balloon operation depends on weather and approval. Hotels may be replaced by similar-quality properties. Four nights are included: three in Istanbul and one in Cappadocia. Day 5 airport transfer is to IST or SAW according to your flight schedule.

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. Confirmación automática y pago completo en una sola transacción. Las tarifas de temporada se aplican del 1 de marzo al 31 de octubre.

Guía disponible en inglés y español; indique idioma y preferencia de habitación al reservar. Equipaje en vuelos nacionales: 15 kg. Facturación en aeropuerto por su cuenta. Los horarios se comunicarán antes de viajar.

La visita de Estambul se realiza a pie. La ruta del sur de Capadocia incluye una caminata de unos cuatro kilómetros por terreno irregular. Consulte antes de reservar si necesita asistencia de accesibilidad.

Globo y taller de cerámica opcionales, con suplemento. El globo depende del tiempo y autorización operativa. Los hoteles pueden sustituirse por otros similares. Incluye cuatro noches: tres en Estambul y una en Capadocia. El traslado del día 5 es a IST o SAW según su vuelo.

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.