Embark on a 2-day cultural adventure from Istanbul to Cappadocia. Explore the unique landscapes, stay in a cave hotel, and experience the rich history and traditions of Turkey. Optional hot air balloon ride available.
Cappadocia & North Cappadocia Tour
Cappadocia - Your driver will pick you up from your Istanbul hotel and transfer you to either Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport for your flight to Cappadocia. Pick-up is available from any centrally located hotel on the European side of Istanbul. The pick-up time ranges between 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM, depending on your exact flight time. The departure time of 9:00 AM is approximately when you will arrive at the airport in Cappadocia. Upon landing in Cappadocia, you will be greeted at either Kayseri or Nevsehir airport and transferred to Cappadocia.
Zelve Open Air Museum - The Zelve Open Air Museum is crucial for understanding the influence of religion, particularly Christianity, in the region. It is a renowned attraction featuring several painted cave-churches carved by Orthodox monks between 900 and 1200 AD.
Avanos - Visit Avanos, one of the oldest settlements in Cappadocia. Explore a pottery workshop, showcasing one of the region’s most important handicrafts. Enjoy a short walk along the banks of the Red River, Turkey’s longest river.
Fairy Chimneys - Explore Pasabag, also known as Monks Valley, where you can see the famous mushroom-shaped fairy chimneys and St. Simeon’s monk cell carved into the rock.
Devrent Valley - After Pasabag, we will drive to Devrent Valley, also known as Imagination Valley, where you can take fantastic photos of animal-shaped rock formations.
Uchisar Castle - Visit the stunning viewpoint at Uchisar Castle, where you will learn about the rich history of Cappadocia and its unique rock formations.
Cappadocia - We will make a brief stop at a cooperative where world-famous Turkish carpets are produced, and you will learn about the intricate art of carpet weaving.
Cappadocia - At the end of the tour, your guide will drop you off at your hotel. Admission Ticket Free
(Optional) Hot Air Balloon Ride & South of Cappadocia Tour
Red Valley - Begin our hike in the beautiful Red/Rose Valley, which will take approximately 4 km and a little over an hour. You will see fairy chimneys, local farms, pigeon houses, and cave chapels. Your guide will provide information about the history and unique formations of Cappadocia during the hike. At the end of the hike, we will make a quick stop at Cavusin Old Greek Village.
Rose Valley - Hike through the Rose Valley in Cappadocia, Turkey, and see unique rock formations.
Pigeon Valley - After visiting the underground city, our next stop is Pigeon Valley, the oldest and most popular valley in Cappadocia. Your guide will explain the significance of pigeon houses to the region.
Goreme - Enjoy a rich lunch in the historic town of Goreme.
Ozkonak Underground City - Visit the Ozkonak or Kaymakli underground city.
Cappadocia - At the end of the tour, your driver will transfer you to the airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Upon landing in Istanbul, you will be welcomed at the airport and transferred to your hotel.
- Professional local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Round trip domestic flight tickets Istanbul-Cappadocia-Istanbul
- Overnight accommodation in a cave hotel
- Dinner
- Drinks with indicated meals
- Personal Expenses
- Hot Air Balloon Ride (Optional)
Start and end in Istanbul! With the In-depth Cultural tour 2 Day Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul by Plane, you have a 2 days tour package taking you through Istanbul, Turkey and Cappadocia,2 Day Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul by Air includes accommodation in a cave hotel as well as domestic flights, an expert guide, meals, transport and more. Optional hot air balloon ride.
- You will have 15kg luggage allowance for each domestic flight. If you will need more baggage allowance, please contact with us.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
