2 Days Cappadocia Highlights Tour from Istanbul: Explore Fairy Chimneys, Underground Cities and More

Embark on a 2-day adventure from Istanbul to Cappadocia and discover the enchanting highlights of this otherworldly region. Explore fairy chimneys, underground cities, and more!

Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Transfer to Istanbul Airport, Fly to Cappadocia and Cappadocia North/Red Tour with Tour Guide

Goreme Open-Air Museum - The most famous tourist attraction in Cappadocia, in this museum of ancient cave churches, cut into the rock by Orthodox monks, you will see beautiful , original 11th, 12th, 13th century frescoes, as well as rectories, dwellings and a religious school, forming a large monastic complex carved into rock in the stunning Cappadocian landscape.

Avanos - its name in the period was Venessa. The tradition of making ceramics in the district dates back to Hittites. The ceramic mud made from red soils and loam brought by Kızılırmak(Red River) is shaped in the hands of the ceramic artists of Avanos.

Devrent Valley - Devrent Valley also known as valley of Fairy Chimneys. Not very large valley , with small tuff cones standing close to each other by the hundreds and making the horizon look ragged.

Pasabag - Pasabagi(Monks Valley), the region used to be called Priests Valley is decorated with very interesting natural formations. Conical shapes of single bodies with several heads scattered in vineyards make the area a nice walking place. Was used for seclusion by priests aimed to live a reclusive life.

Urgup - Urgup’s Fairy Chimneys, with conical shaped body and a boulder on top of it. Three Graces(Üç Güzeller) are the brilliant three fairy chimneys.

Cappadocia South/Green Tour with Tour Guide and Fly Back to Istanbul

Uchisar Castle - Uchisar, famous with Uchisar Castle which was constructed on the highest point of the region, has been used as an important defense point against invasions during Roman and Byzantine periods.

Kizilcukur - Kızılçukur; it is a valley called Rose Valley as well because of the colour of the rocks. One of the nice valley for hiking in the area. That was also used by the Christians at the end of the 5th century.If you can look from a distance up on a hill, you can notice that the valley has a shape like a finge. So wherever you start hiking you come out from same point. The valley colour also change up to daylights tha is why one of the best place to watch the sunset.

Cavusin - Cavusin, church and castle of Cavusin that was named after Emperor Nicephorus Phocas dates back to the years of 964-965. Church has single nave and it has a cradle vault and 3 apses. And its narthex is demolished.

Love Valley - Love Valley, offers you a wonderful view with its pillar shaped rock formations and funny shaped fairy chimneys. It is called originally White Valley that gives you chance to take amazing pictures.

Kaymakli Underground City - Underground City(Kaymaklı or Ozkonak), in Cappadocia there are numerous historical underground cities, which were largely used by early Christians as hiding places.

Pigeon Valley - Pigeon Valley, pigeons live in these dovecotes carved into the rocks and cliffs. Years ago the pigeons were used to carry messages from this remote region. Another great place for hiking.

What's Included
  • Entrance fees & Museum fees included
  • Istanbul hotel pickup and drop-off service
  • Professionally licensed tour guide
  • Cappadocia hotel pickup and drop-off service
  • Lunch provided
  • Breakfast included
  • Round-trip flight tickets from/to Istanbul
  • Overnight accommodation in Cappadocia
  • All local taxes and service charges covered
What's Not Included
  • Dinner
  • Drinks at Lunch
Additional Information

Embark on a 2-day exploration of Cappadocia from Istanbul, where you’ll unearth the surreal beauty of Cappadocia. This comprehensive tour includes transit, guides, two-way flight from and to Istanbul, and lodging. This tour takes you through Goreme Panorama, Underground City, Ihlara Valley, Selime Castle, Piogen Valley, Uchisar Castle, Goreme Open Air Museum, Cavusin, Pasabagı, Avanos, Devrent Valley, and the Fairy Chimneys of Urgup.

• Travel with ease between your Istanbul and Cappadocia accommodations
• Gain insights into Cappadocia from a personable, knowledgeable tour guide
• Your transport, tour guide, and accommodation needs are prepared in advance
• Reduce wait times and maximize your exploratory experience
• Enjoy a breath of fresh air in Cappadocia: travel in a smoke-free vehicle

  • Keep in mind you must send the activity provider your passport information in order for them to book your domestic flights.
Cancellation Policy

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

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