2 Days Cappadocia from Istanbul

Embark on a 2-day adventure to Cappadocia from Istanbul. Explore UNESCO sites, visit cave houses and churches, and experience local culture and cuisine.

Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Flight to Kayseri / Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia

İstanbul Havalimanı - According to your pick-up time meet with your driver at the lobby of your hotel and drive to Airport for your 1 hour 30min domestic flight to Kayseri.

Kayseri Erkilet Airport - Upon arrival you will be greeted by your driver and drive to Cappadocia, meet with your group participants and start your full-day tour.

Goreme Open-Air Museum - consists of many rock-cut churches from the second half of 9C with beautiful colorful frescoes decorating the walls

Devrent Valley - famous for its quirky animal-shaped rocks. It looks like a sculpture zoo made by nature. There is even a rock pillar that looks like the Virgin Mary, holding Jesus Christ. Take in the unique lunar landscape of the valley and feel like you’re in another World.

Zelve Open Air Museum - which means: the Pacha’s vineyard. This site is also called Monks Valley. The hermitage of Simeon monks was here. A chapel dedicated to St. Simeon (Simon), and a hermit’s shelter is built into one of the fairy chimneys with three heads.

Avanos - where you will enjoy typical Turkish Lunch and experience make Potter with local experts.

Uchisar Castle - Uchisar the Naturel highest Rock Castle provides a magnificent panorama of the surrounding area

Goreme - After the tour drives you to your hotel. Check-in. Overnight in Cappadocia.

Underground Cities Tour / Flight to Istanbul

Rose Valley - Upon breakfast at the hotel check out, According to your pick-up tıme meet your guide, and start your full-day tour. is an incredibly unique area of Cappadocia with sharp ridges, tinted in pink, especially during sunset! the minerals in the sandstone have a pink tinge. This pink becomes more and more evident throughout the day, peaking at sunset when the sun glows directly onto the Rose Valley giving it that fine shade of pink so many people come to see

Cavusin - is surrounded by a valley, which becomes gradually wider, called Red Valley. The houses of the village were cut into massive rock formations. The village is famous for its rock-churches.

Pigeon Valley - earned its name from the countless man-made dovecotes (Pigeon Houses) that have been carved into the soft volcanic tuff. Pigeon Valley is one of the best spots for walking in the marvelous Cappadocia region.

Kaymakli Underground City - once a place of refuge for 15000 christians. These settlements were of enormous value to the development of Christianity as they provided shelter and worship and were in use until the end of 7C AD. Witness the ancient bedrooms, church, meeting hall, and food storage rooms in this eight-storey city connected by 30km of corridors and passageways.

Ortahisar - famous for its friendly inhabitants, picturesque stone houses, narrow streets and lovely churches as well as the castle-like rock formation after which the town is named

Kayseri Erkilet Airport - After the tour drives you to Kayseri Airport for your 1hour 30min domestic flight to Istanbul.

İstanbul Havalimanı - Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be greeted by your driver and transferred to your hotel. End of our service.

What's Included
  • Guiding service at tours
  • Economic class domestic flight tickets (2 tickets)
  • Land transportation by minibus
  • Lunch
  • 1-night stay in cave hotel
  • Breakfast
  • Airport transfers from/to hotels (4 transfers)
What's Not Included
  • Drinks at lunches
  • Personal Expnses
  • Entry tickets to historical sites
  • Hot Air Balloon Flight (optional)
Additional Information

Discover the UNESCO-listed wonders of Cappadocia with a tailored 2-day aerial package from Istanbul. Explore the Goreme Open Air Museum, Devrent Valley, and Pasabag. Meander among the mystical fairy chimneys and witness the initial cave dwellings of the early Christians. Take in the sweeping vistas of Göreme from a prime panorama spot, observe the rock-hewn homes and ecclesiastical structures of Cavusin’s ancient Christian Greek village, and immerse yourself in the daily life of the inhabitants. Relish the scenic outlook of Pigeon Valley, delve into the subterranean cities once inhabited by early Christians, and inspect the rock-carved churches and storerooms. Absorb the area’s history through narratives from your knowledgeable local guide, partake in a pottery-making session with artisans, and savor authentic Turkish cuisine at a traditional eatery.

  • Baggage allowence is 15kg+8kg hand luggage for domestic flights
  • Please note that we do not have an assistant service for airport transfers. The driver will drop you off at the entrance gate of İstanbul airport. Please go to the check-in desk according to the instructions the provider will share in advance. When you arrive at the destination airport, the driver will be waiting for you with a sign with your name on it.
  • Hot Air Balloon Flight is not included in the package. Please inform the provider when they contact you for a reservation. Prices may vary depending on season and density. The provider will book the spot for you in advance. Payment can be made in Cappadocia. Optimum weather conditions are needed for a hot air balloon flight. All flights can be canceled at any time by the Civil Aviation Authority. In case of cancellation due to bad weather conditions, you will receive a full refund
  • Entrance fees are excluded (Your guide will have skıp-the-line tıckets to historical sites, so you will skip long ticket lines)
  • Free entry for kids 8yr and below
  • Accommadation will be in Fresco Cave Suıtes, MDC Cave Suıtes or similar basis
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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O5543udsaral
Sep 9, 2024
Fairytail Chimneas - Nice views, Erdi is a great guide. I love the siteseeing. Fairytail chimneas are really beautiful. I recommend this tour.
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Q6915zethomasn
Sep 8, 2024
Cappadocia experience. - The view was amazing. Our guide Erdi was excellent. He is very knowledgeable, courteous, and patience. Suggest that you book with tour if you are going to ride the hot air ballon. It is much cheaper than booking it in Cappodocia. Would highly recommended 👍👍
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Clair_me
Sep 8, 2024
Super nice guide - Erdi is very nice and responsive. He always gives us good tips for enjoying the tour and avoiding tourist trap. Definitely would recommend him
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Jamie
Sep 8, 2024
Beautiful Cappadocia - Erdi was fantastic throughout. Cappadocia was a marvel, so glad we did the balloon ride, truely amazing. The hotel was superb. I had the full Turkish scrub, clean and massage, it was fantastic.
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Roopab866
Sep 7, 2024
Capadoccia with Ali - Ali is an excellent guide. He catered to all our requests, he is very friendly, explained everything in English and very well. We definitely recommend Ali as your guide.
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Highlander157
Aug 27, 2024
great allround - Great locations, great guide. We have enjoyed all aspects of the two days. The hotel was fascinating and a great experience. The local town was very friendly and helpful.
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Ohhlouisbaby
Aug 27, 2024
Overall it was good - Good - guide (Umit) - accomodation - most major meals Bad - workshops (shopping tour) - wait times at airport pick up What made the tour was Umit who was helpful and friendly
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Quesadiya
Aug 21, 2024
Best trip in Cappadocia with Erdi! - My family and I spent 2 days in Cappadocia and Erdi was our tour guide. Erdi is the BEST!! He was patient, knowledgeable, kind, transparent and honest. We were able to really enjoy our time in Cappadocia and I must say that this part of our Turkey trip was my absolute favorite. Thank you to Erdi and the Tour Altınkum team. Highly recommend visiting and having Erdi as your tour guide!
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414elaj
Aug 21, 2024
I would recommend Erdi! - Erdi was an incredible tour guide. He had humour and good knowledge which made the trip enjoyable. He was respectful and made everyone feel comfortable. He even allowed us to stop on the road for personal reasons. Great trip! I would recommend!
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613rhiannad
Aug 21, 2024
Tour - Erdi was a great guide! Super smily & new where to take us where it wasn’t so busy. Great lunch location. Really like the history of the area
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